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Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN

15.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270660

• Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-860-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsman Website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty............................................... 2

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

Product Specifications .......................... 5

Assembly .............................................. 8

Operation ............................................ 11

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18

Maintenance ....................................... 18

Service and Adjustments .................... 22

Storage ............................................... 29

Troubleshooting .................................. 30

Repair Parts ........................................ 34

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY' ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

material or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or ac-

cident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BA-I-rERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home war-

ranty 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 War-

ranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may

vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

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.

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• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely 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

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•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do notturn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near drop_offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do nottry to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• 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.

SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. 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, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stopand inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or al-

low objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

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. Ad-

just and service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could 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.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!I! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS iNVOLVED.

_, CAUTION: In order to prevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, transport-

ing, adjusting or making repairs always

disconnect spark plug wire and place

wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

• 1,WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOUNE 1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE30

API-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°1=)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

GAP:.O3O")

VALVE INTAKE: .003"-.005"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST: .005"-.007"

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0 - 5.7

(MPH): REVERSE: 0- 2.7

TiRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: t2PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BA'N'ERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADUGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA:190

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

ITORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been de-

signed, engineered and manufactured to

give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center. We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to ser-

vice or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions wilt enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

M_NTENANCEAGREEMENT

ASears Maintenance Agreement is av

able on this product, Contact your near

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIUTIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintair

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_i, WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine anc

should not be used on or near any unin

proved forest-covered, brush-covered c

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spa_

arrester meeting applicable local or sta

laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used,

should be maintained in effective worki

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Cali

fornia Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws, Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark ar-

rester for the muffler is available througl

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(1) Large

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x1-1/4

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

@

(1) Locknut 5/16-18

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

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m

m

(1) Knob

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

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

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

i #10

(2) Weld Nuts |

(2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Parts packet separately in carton

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Video

Cassette

Steering Mulcher

Steering Boot Plate

Wheel

Manual

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Pads Bag

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

SlopeSheet

(2) LatchHook

Assemblies

Steering

J_ Wheel

Insert

SteeringWheel ,C_

Adapter (2)Keys

Steering .:

Extension i

Shaft

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Yournewtractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your

tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below,

(1) 9/16" wrench (2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Pliers (1) Utility knife

(1) Phiflips Screw- (1) _re pressure

driver gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

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. Ibs. torque.

•Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

•Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

•Slide steering wheel adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

•Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

• Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

•Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

Insert

3/8 Lockwasher

_ Large Flat

Washer

5/16Lock- _ j5/ 6Hex

nut - _ Bolt

Lower Steering.._./_ ,_ "_'_y'-.

_,.. _Tab

_."-.., -/ ,_ -Slots

HOW TO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BAI-rERY

•Lift seat pan to raised postion and open

battery box door.

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one hour

at 6-10 amps. (See "BAI-I-ERY" in

MAINTENANCE section of this manual

for charging structions.)

Label

Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

•Remove cardboard packing on seat

pan.

•Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

•Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely. Seat

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Adj Flat

Knob Washer

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position,

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheelin_

position to disengage transmission

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Opera-

tion section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forwardoff skid.

•Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

AWARNING: Before starting read,

understand and follow all instruct ons n

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. B_

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

•Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

•Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

•Place freewheel control in 'transmissiot

engaged" position.

•Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake,

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N

position.

•Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

•Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

• Release parking brake.

•Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off skid.

•Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever in

neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflate¢

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectior

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See 'TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Servic

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

sectoin of this manual. Verify that the belt_

9 are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKESYSTEM

Afteryou learnhowto operateyour

tractor,checkto seethat thebrakeis

properlyadjusted.See 'qO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting weld nut from the top

with hook pointing down.

• Tighten hardware securely.

•Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

CAUTION; Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE; It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Weld Nut From _ Hook

The Top _ 7Points

LockVasher _. _ Down

Weld Screw

Nat _'_ _--/_/Jl_._. _ Latch

Latch_17 / //'_t_=_ Hook

.oo XJ.J\ ,,--we,,,,,,,

Lock Washer

Washer _ _ _ Washer

Mulcher Plate _Screw

_CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractdr, we wish to assure that you receive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

J All assembly instructions have been

completed.

No remaining loose parts in carton.

,! Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

J" All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

dBe sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

J Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

J Engine oil is at proper level.

J" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,I Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

,I It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See

'q'O START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

Deflector

Latch Hooks

f !0

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning,

BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATFACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATrACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of

various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment Ignition

Clutch Lever Switch

Light Switch

Position

Throttle/Choke

Control

Ammeter

Lift Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Control Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Freewheel Control

Parking Brake

Motion Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to

engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used to

control engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine,

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the

speed and direction of the tractor.

ATrACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine,

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the

eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glass-

es or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjust-

ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spec-

tacles, or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine is

running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

•Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure

parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Throttle/Choke "Engaged" Position

Control _ -__--_._ J._<-'/_ "Disengaged"

_._...'"_J'_ Position

"Br -" _ ""_'_'__- /

aKe

Position "( ,,_"_ ;_:_Park,ng Brake

_- _ ",_', \V/"Engaged"

Clutch/Brake /..........

Pedal "Drive" "Disengaged" Control Lever

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch Lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE" Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF' position and re-

move key. Always remove key when leav-

ing tractor to prevent unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: 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.

_, .C.AUTIO, N: A!ways .stop tractor com-

p=etely, as oescnoea aoove, oerore leav-

ing the operator's position, to empty grass

catcher, etc.

TO USE THRO'I-rLE CONTROL

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 performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

•Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

•Release parking brake and clutch/

brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to de-

sired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move le-

ver to desired position.

The cutting height range is approximately

1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running. These heights are ap-

proximate and may vary depending upon

soil conditions, height of grass and types

of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to ap-

proximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3inches dur-

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ing hot months. For healthier and better

looking lawns, mow often and after

moderate growth.

•For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut rela-

tively high; the second to desired

height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

•Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

A_lLgageattachment clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide provided at the back of this manual•

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

Attachment Clutch Attachment Lift

Lever "Engaged_--_ Lever High Position

Position __.

• +':_'+

*'Dlsengaged-_--_,v//'=,]l } ._,::"L"_Low Position

Position t. __ .._:-'_

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DiS3hdrge

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by

placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at

the rear drawbar of tractor.

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

•Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

•Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. _res can lose traction with the

ground and cause you to lose control of

your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

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•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOUNE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide depos-

its and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti-

ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tem-

peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help in-

sure good cold weather starting.

_WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine,

•Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position,

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress

clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

•Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and re-

lease key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several at-

tempts, move throttle control to fast po-

sition, wait a few minutes and try again.

If engine still does not start, move the

throttle control back to the choke posi-

tion and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 °F and

above)

• When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not ac-

cept the load, restart the engine and al-

low it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 °F and

below)

• When engine starts, allow engine to

run with the throttle control in the choke

position until the engine runs roughly,

then move throttle control to fast posi-

tion. This may require an engine warm-

up period from several second_ to sev-

eral minutes, depending on the temper-

ature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neu-

tral. Release the parking brake and let

the clutch/brake slowly return to operat-

ing position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: 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 'q-O ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

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PURGE TRANSMISSION

_ILCAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the trans-

mission be purged before operating trac-

tor for the first time. This procedure will re-

move any trapped air inside the transmis-

sion which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tion before operating the tractor.

• Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

•Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling posi-

tion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this sec-

tion of manual).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

•Move motion control lever to full for-

ward position and hold for five (5) sec-

onds. Move lever to full reverse position

and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat

this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will

be no movement of drive wheels. The air

is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut off engine and set park-

ing brake.

•Engage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in driving position (See

'TO TRANSPORT" in this section of

manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With

motion control lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever for-

ward; after the tractor moves approxi-

mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion

control lever to reverse position. After

the tractor moves approximately five (5)

feet return the motion control lever to

the neutral (N) position. Repeat this

procedure with the motion control lever

three (3) times.

• Your tractor is now purged and ready

for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

•The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished.

•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 discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

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MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and re-

duce 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 re-

cutting action of the blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and in-

terferes 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 cut-

ting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular

to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

Max 1/3

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

FILL iN DATES ._'_'_/.. _ _/.. I}__"/_ ._..""_..._"_-i_.,5"_ ''

AS YOU COMPLETE /__,_'_O_,_ _ _._'_ _'_ _ R_d'_/_

REGULAR SERVICE _'_,f,_//'_.,,'/'_,_r S E a Vl CE DATES

Check Brake Operation [ I_ I_

Check Tire Pressure _

Check Operator Presence and

TIntedeck Systems I_

RCheckforLooseFasteners I1_ If7 II_

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades i4

TLubrication Chart I_

0CheCk Battery Level

RC_ean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling I_

Adjust Blade Bait(s) Tension I_s

AdjuSt Motion Drive Bert(s) Tension _'5

Check Engine Oil Level I1_ ll_

Change Engine Oil I_1_,: I_

ECleanAir Filter

N CleanAir Screen

_1_ Inspect Muffler/Spark/vrester I1_

Replace Oil Fi_ter (If equipped) _,:

NClean Engine Cooling Fins _2

Replace Spark PJug I_

ReplaCe Air Filter Paper Cartridge Id/_ I

Replace Fuel Filter

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2-Service more often wilen ope_atiflg in diriy ot dusty conditions 6 -Not required if equipped with maint_ance-fme batter,/.

3- If equipped with oil flttar, change oil _ery 50 _ours. 7- _ghten front axle pivot bclt to 35 ft_bs maximum¸

4-Replace blades more ofl_ when mowing in sandy SOil. Do not ovedighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not ._ Spindle

cover items that have been subjected to Zerk F';"

operator abuse or negligence. To receive - , L.

P, Front ----'r-, r

full value from the warranty, operator must Wheel _'_.

maintain tractor as instructed in this Bearing

manual. Some adjustments will need to zerk -_

be made periodically to properly maintain

your tractor. _ !

All adjustments in the Service and Adjust- ,"

ments section of this manual should be _'

checked at least once each season, i

•Once a year you should replace the =

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, _._.

and check blades and belts for wear. A '- .....

new spark plug and clean air filter as-

sure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level.

•Check brake operation.

•Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and interlock

systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

_ _--Spindle Zerk _.

.:::=:::::::. W-._..__FrontWheeL_

'__J Bearing Zerk

Engine_,

~..÷.-

._ General Purpose Grease

A Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE"

Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot

points which have special nylon bear-ings.

Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt

that will shorten the life of the self-lubricat-

ing bearings. If you feel they must be

lubricated use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparing y.

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"rRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See 'q-O ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and

interlock systems are working properly. If

your tractor does not function as de-

scribed below, repair the problem

immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

•Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

•Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated. Mandrel

Trailing \Blade Assembly

Edge Up_ Center _'_

Hole _._"_

Flat Washer,,_,_ _

Lock Washe_ tar

_"_'Hex Bolt (Grade 8)*

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identified by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is

balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while it is 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 bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer).

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt

or pin parallel with the ground. If blade

is balanced, it should remain in a

horizontal position. If either end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

Center Hole

5/8" Bolt

or Pin

Blade

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BAI-rERY

Yourtractorhasa batterychargingsystem

whichis sufficientfor normaluse. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATI'ERY 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 battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BA-I-FERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOUNG

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot.

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure

sprayer to clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

@AE VISCOSITY GRADES

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 oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once ayear if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

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

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in a suitable container.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

•Remove drain plug.

•After oil has drained completely,

replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

•Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

2O

Oil Fill Cap/

€'_ Dipstick

0il

_j. Drain

Plug

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and stub-

born dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

• Remove screws from blower housing

and lift housing and dipstick tube

assembly off engine.

• Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of

dirt.

• Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush

to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.

•To reassemble, reverse above proce-

dure. iHousing

Screws

DipstickTube

Assembly

Screws

A

air screen

•Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

• Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove cartridge nut.

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor. Clean

base carefully to prevent debris from

entering carburetor.

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

• Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge. _ Cover Knob

_/Cartridge

cover-_" Paper

Foam _t ..._ Cartridge

Pre-Cleaner _Base

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Plug

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

•Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

•If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-UNE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clam.ps are properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

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Clamp _Clamp

Fuel Filter _

CLEANING

•Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc,

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

•Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

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

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

•Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

•Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come

in contact with plug.

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

•Roll belt off engine pulley.

•Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever

by removing retainer spring.

•Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

•Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs,

• Disconnect front links from deck by re-

moving retainer springs.

•Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

•Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

•Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

•Install mower in reverse order of re-

moval instructions.

Clutch

Suspension Arms Rod

Retainer

Engine Pulley

Front Link

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Swaybar

Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

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TOLEVELMOWERHOUSING

Adjustthe mowerwhiletractor is parked

on levelgroundor driveway. Makesure

tires areproperlyinflated(See"PROD-

UCTSPECIFICATIONS'_.Iftiresareover

or underinflated,you will not properlyad-

just your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make ad-

justment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower One side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

•Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of

Mower to _=_=_Mowerto

Oro.n° _ _V ,oun0

A_-_.'"'_ Ground Line V-J-F -A

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

•When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

•To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

•When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

oo

o o o

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Arm

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the following front-to-back adjust-

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

23

Nut "F"_ _____Nut "E"

Trunnien_-_ /_

Front Links Trunnion

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re-

placed without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

•Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

•Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION

• Install new belt in reverse order of re-

moval.

•Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

Mandrel

Pulley

• Install mower in reverse order of re-

moval instructions.

Idler

Pulleys

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and en-

gage parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

• If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

• Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readiust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6)feet in highest gear

further maintenance is necessary. Con-

tact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut

g Arm

Do Not touch this nut. If further brake adjust-

ment is necessary contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department 24

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

•Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

•Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

•Pull belt toward front of tractor and re-

move downward from around engine

pulley.

•Install new belt by reversing above pro-

cedure.

Engine_

Pulley _\

O,=chlng,d,eru

Stationary Idler--...... _1

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal

for service or replacement, it should be

purged after reinstallation and before

operating the tractor. See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section

of this manual.

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE-

VER ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever

will not hold its position while at a

selected speed, it may be adjusted as

follows:

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

• Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

•Hold motion control lever in that

position and turn engine off.

• While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

•Move motion control lever to the neutral

(N) (lock gate) position.

•Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additonal clearance is needed to

get to adjustment bolt, move mower aeck

height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

•Loosen the adjustment bolt.

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

inch in the direction it is trying to creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

•Start engine and test.

•If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps

until satisfied.

Motion Control Lever Neutral

Gate

,Adjustment

/.--_-. 1Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of this

manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

•Repair tire and reassemble.

•On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

•Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. 13re sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Rin __ _,

Axle Cover "_ Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK

BATTERY

_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the en-

gine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-

TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of

this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equiped with

a 12 volt negative grounded system. The

other vehical must also be a 12 volt nega-

tive grounded system. Do not use your

tractor battery to start other vehicals.

25

TO A'I-FACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE OR-

DER -

BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

• Red cable last from both batteries.

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

•Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

•First connect RED battery cable to posi-

tive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining hex

bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

•Close battery box door.

Seat Pan

Battery

Door Box

Baffery

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

_, CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

•Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

Keps

Bolt

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

•Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the

backside of the grill.

•Close hood.

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 dia-

gram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

26

TO REMOVEHOODANDGRILLAS-

SEMBLY

• Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedures.

Headlight

Wire

Connector

ENGINE

Manintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any non-

road engine repair estyablishment or indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THRO'I-rLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi-

tion. Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

Governor Governor

Contr_ Control Plate

\O

Clamp •

Holes "A' Screw Throttle Cable

27

• Check that holes "A" in governor con-

trol lever and hole in governor plate

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

loosen clamp screw and move throttle

cable until holes are aligned. Tighten

clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the fac-

tory and adjustment should not be neces-

sary. However, minor adjustment may be

required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, pro-

ceed as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve In

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel

to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix-

ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle

valve and the seat in carburetor may re-

sult if screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETIING

• Air cleaner assembly must be as-

sembled to the carburetor when making

carburetor adjustments.

• Be sure the throttle control cable is ad-

justed properly (see above).

FINAL SEI-FING

• Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

•Move throttle control lever to slow posi-

tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttle

lever against idle speed screw. Turn

idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

• While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve

full travel clockwise then counterclock-

wise until engine runs rough. Turn

valve to a point midway between those

two positions. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST

•Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

turn idle mixture valve out (counter-

clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until en-

gine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust -damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the en-

gine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous• If you think the en-

gine-governed high speed needs adjust-

ing, contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center/department, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

idle Speed Throttle

Screw Lever

Valve With

Limiter

28

Immediatelyprepareyour tractor for stor-

age at the end of the season or if the trac-

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside abuilding

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

•Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

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 BATTERYAND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery ter-

minals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to.separation and formation o

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age 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 al-

ternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta-

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-

tor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

•Remove spark plug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

•Turn ignition 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 it starts to

rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline wil

cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable protec

tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

29

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

Will net start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn

over

Engine clicks but will

not start

Loss of power

:HART

CORRECTION

CAUSE

• Out of fuel,

•Engine not "CHOKED" prop-

. e[ly.

• Engine flooded.

•Bad spark plug.

•Dirty air filter.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

Dirty air filter.

•Bad spark plug.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of adjust-

ment,

• Clutch/brake pedal not de-

pressed.

•Attachment clutch is engaged,

• Weak or dead battery.

• Blown fuse.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty ignition switch.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

•Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

• Weak or dead battery.

Corroded battery terminals.

Loose or damaged wiring.

Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

•Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

• Build-up of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

• Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirty oil

• Fill fuel tank.

•See 'q'O START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

• Wait several minutes before at-

I. tempting to start.

Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

•Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized service

center.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug.

Recharge or replace battery.

Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

•Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section,

• Contact an authorized service

center.

,• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

•Disengage attachment clutch.

•Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuse.

•Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring,

• Check/replace ignition switch.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized service

center.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Set in "Higher Cut" position/re-

duce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Clean/replace air filter.

•Check oil level/change oil.

I30

PROBLEM

Loss of power

(cont'd)

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE

• Faulty spark plug.

•Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

Excessive vibration

Engine continues to

run when operator

leaves seat with at

tachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Spark plug wire loose.

•Dirty engine air screen/fins.

• Dirty/clogged muffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

•Faulty operator-safety pres-

ence control system.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Mower deck not level.

• Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch mecha-

nism.

• Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

• Frozen idler pulley.

• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

CORRECTION

• Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

•Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refill tank with fresh gasoline and

replace fuel filter.

• Connect and tighten spark plug

wire.

i•Clean engine air screen/fins.

• Clean/replace muffler.

• Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized service

center.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s). Replace

damaged parts.

• Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho-

rized service center/

department.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

• Rep,-_e mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in "FAST"

position.

•Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before mow-

ing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air pres-

sure.

• Replace!sharpen blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

31

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Poor grass discharge

(cont'd)

Headlight(s) not

working (if so

equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

CAUSE

• Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

•Mower drive belt worn.

•Blades improperly installed.

•Improper blades used.

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

• Switch is "OFF".

•Bulb(s) burned out.

•Faulty lightswitch.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Blown fuse.

•Bad battery cell(s).

•Poor cable connections.

•Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

•Faulty alternator.

•Freewheel control in "disen-

gaged" position.

•Motion drive belt worn, dam-

aged or broken.

•Air trapped in transmission

during shipment

or servicing.

• Engine throttle control not set

at "SLOW" position for 30

seconds before stopping en-

gine.

CORRECTION

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

•Replace with blades listed in this

manual.

•Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

• Turn switch "ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch,

•Check wiringand connections.

•Replace fuse,

Replace battery.

Check!clean all connections.

Replace regulator.

Replace alternator.

Place freewheel control in "en-

gaged" position.

Replace motion drive belt.

Purge transmission.

Move throttle control to "SLOW"

position and allow to idle for 30

seconds before stopping en-

gine.

32

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR"" MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

BATTERY

i..... /

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BLACK

RED

STARTER

L...... -J

CLUTCH /BRAKE

L ( (PEDAL UP) w_-_

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

IGNITION - i I

SWITCH _ J

IJ,

GROUNDING

GONNECTOR __ I

PLUG

IGNITION GAP

UNIT (2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL ENGIN_S_

OUR TRAC _K

_'TORIS

_QUIPPED wITH A S_PE.CIAL

ALTERNATOR sYSTEM'

"rile LIGHTS ARE NOT _ "_ _ 1

CONNECTED TO THE

oWN ELECTR CAL SOU .HEADLIGHTS

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

_"D"_"mnED UP, THE LIGHTS GONNEGTION_' _,u,"

IGNmON SWITCH _CBECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

pO_G H CIRCUIT -MAKE" SULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

OFF 3 +M +LflON_ WIRING INSULATED CUPS

B+L A+"( 1NOTE: IF WIRtNG IN ULDBEREPLACEOTO

RUN B+ L NONE SERVICING OF UNIT, 'THE"( SHO

B+L+'--_S h'O_E pROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

33

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

i

43

24 41

21 22

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25

34

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1144925

2 74760412

4 ST[To51125

8 156417

16 153664

19 S'rD551125

20 73350400

21 166182

22 41523

24 4799J

25 146147

26 166180

27 73510400

28 4207J

29 121305X

30 140301

31 124211X

32 141226

33 109310X

40 166145

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

44 7364O400

45 121433X

52 141940

70 166659

DESCRIPTION

Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP

BoltHex Hd 1/4-20unc x3/4

Washer LockHv,/Helical 1/4

Case Battery

Switch,InterlockPush-In

Washer Lock 1/4

NutJam Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Hamess Asm Light W/4152j

BulbUght #1156

Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red

Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red

Fuse 15AMP

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

Switch PlungerNc Gray

Switch Ign 4 Pos

Nut Ignition

Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text SLT

Key Ign Molded Craftsman

Harness Ign Man CIAm Hm 97

Bolt Btk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2

CoverTerminal Red

So_nc4d

Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Ammeter Rectangular6 Amp

ProtectionWire Loop

HarnessEngine

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

35

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

28

58 12

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74

54

36

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1165583

2 14(_56

3 17490612

4 19131216

5 155272

9 161917X013

10 S'T'[To33710

11 155927

12 145660

13 155934X010

14 17490608

17 144983X558

18 126938X

25 19131312

26 s'rD541437

28 145198X558

29 155217)(599

30 151287X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 139886

39 139887

51 73800400 •

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD522507

60 72140606

64 154798

74 STD541437

140 158418

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

191 74780612

-- 5479J

Chassis

Drav/asr

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

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

BumperHood/Dash

Dash

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

Panel, Dash,LH.

ClipTinnermanGrilleP/L

Panet,Dash, R.H.

ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

HoodAssembly

Bumper Hood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Nut

Gdlle w/Clips MS-558

Lens, Gdlle

Fand/Ftrast Pnt STLT N HLD 558

Bracket, Fender Support

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Pivot Bracket Assembly, L.H.

Pivot Bracket Assembly, R.H.

Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Grille PickoffLH

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Bracket Grille Picketf RH

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

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

DashLowerSTLT

Nut Crownlock3/8016 UNC

BracketSuspensionFront

PlateReinforcementSTLT

BracketSwaybarChassis

BracketPnt Foetlast STLT

Rod PivotChassis/HGod

Bolt FinHex 3/8-16unc x 3/4 Gr. 5

Plug, Button

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch =25.4 mm

37

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

GROUND DRIVE

57 51

61 52

16

95

72 70 116

151

51

53

77

75

105

27

157

55

38

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 Transmission (See Breakdown) 71 141417

HydroGear Model319-0500 72 19132012

2 142431 Spring,Return, Brake 73 141418

3 144698 Pulley,Transmission 74 121199X

8165866 Rod, Shift 75 121749X

10 76020416 Pin, Cotter 1/9 x176 12000001

14 STD551125 Washer Leck 1/4 77 123583X

16 73800500 Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18 78 121748)(

UNC 81 16.5595

18 74780616 BoltHex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr.5 82 165711

19 738(X)600 Nut, Lock Hex w/Wsh 3/8.16 83 19171216

UNC 84 165816

21 106933X Knob Rd, 1/2-13 Pletc.Tnds. 89 164890X428

BIk. 90 124346X

22 145627 Rod, Brake 93 142564

24 73350600 Nut 94 140462

25 106888X Spnng, Rod,Brake 95 144643

26 19131316 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16 Ca. 96 4497H

27 76020412 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 97 144201

28 145204 Rod, ParkingBrake 98 73510600

29 124236X Cap, ParkingBrake 103 73.940800

30 130807 Bracket,Transmission

32 74760512 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 104 141421

34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 105 71070516

35 120183X Bearing,Nylon 108 17541026

36 19211616 Washer

37 1572H Pin, Roll 109 145(398

38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 116 72110610

39 74760644 Bolt

40 4470J Spacer, Split 145 74490540

41 165838 Keeper, Belt, Idler 146 74490536

42 19131312 Washer13/32 x13/16 x12 Ga. 147 74490524

47 127783 Pulley,Idler,V-Belt 150 165850

48 154407 BellorankClutchGmdDrustl 151 19133210

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 156 166002

50 74760624 Bolt 157 153236

51 73680600 Nut 158 1&5588

52 73680500 NutCrownlock 5/16-28 159 165494

53 105710){ Link, Clutch 160 19292016

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 161 72140406

56 74760620 Bolt,Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1-1/4

57 141416 V-Belt, Drive 162 73680400

59 140312 Keeper, Belt, Center 163 74780416

61 17496612 Bcrew,Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type 164 19091010

TT 165 .165623

62 B883R Cover,Pedal 166 166880

63 140186 Pulley,Engine 168 165492

64 71170764 BoltHex 7/16x4Gr. 5 169 165580

65 10040700 Washer

66 154778 Keeper, Belt Engine Hydro

70 134683 Guide, Belt, Mower Drive RH

DESCRIPTION

Strap, Torque, Lh

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

Strap, Torque, Rh

Spacer, Split

Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x16

Ring, E

Key,Square

Washer 25/32 x1-5/8 x 16

Shaft Asm Cross

Spring,Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 G

UnkTransaxJe

Console, Shift

Nut Seff-Thd Wshd 1/4

LineFuel

FanT'

Control Asm Bypass Hydro

Spring, Retainer 1"

Keeper, Belt Rb

Nut Keps 3/8-16 UNC

Nut, Hex JamTeplock 1/2

UNF

Arm, Control Pump 500 Hy

Bolt, Head Hex 5/1.6 x 18 ',

Screw Hex Wb Hd #10-24

5/8

Adapter Fan

Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16

1/4

Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 GI

Bolt Hex 5/16-19 x 2-1/4

Bolt Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-

Bushing Bellcrank Grd Dri\

Washer 13/32x 2 x 10

Washer 5/16 x 1.0 x 1.25

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18unc-.'

Bracket Shift Mount

HubTapered Flange Shift

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 1_

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3

Gr. 5

NutCrownlock1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 x1

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 G

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 6/16 x 1,0 x.125

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x ._

Plate Fastener Cross Sha

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S. in¢

1 inch = 25.4 mm

39

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

STEERING ASSEMBLY

•. o::- ,-.

:/..... l.......

_41

I

ll 44

4O

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2154427

3 156483

4 157473

5 62t56H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 156438

11 _1137

13 154779

15 73901000

17 156546

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

26 1268473(

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133808

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232

47 6855M

51 STD541431

54 7478052O

62 167902

63 STD523710

65 154.7B0

66 1544O4

67 74781044

68 154429

79 19132012

80 74950612

SteeringWheel

Axte,AssemblySTMP DroppedSTL

SpindleAasembly,L.H.

SpindleAssembly,R.H.

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, SteeringCo}umn

DraglinkExtendedStamped

Washer, Lock

BeedngAxleSTLT/GT

Nut, Lock,Flange 5/8-11 UNC

ShaftAssembly,Staering

Washer, Thrust .515 x ,750 x.033

Support, Shaft

Screw, Hex Wsh Hd Ton(

PittmanShaft Assembly

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

Pin

Rod,Tie

Bushing, Steering

Screw

Insert, Steering Wheel

Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge

Gripco Nut

Adaptor, SteeringWheel

Beet, Steering Shaft

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

ExtensionShaft Steering LR.LT

Cap, Spindle

Fitting,Grease

Nut Lock Hexw/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC

BoltRn Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

Kit SteeringAsm Service

Bolt,Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5

Spacer Axle

BearingArmPitt[nan

Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4

Axle, Brace

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch =25.4 mm

41

ENGINE

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

2

33

33

3

81

38 78

4

2g

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT .

Spark Arrester

23

/

42

ENGINE

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

162157

17720410

4137352

13 165291

14 1328(_24

15 13200300

16 STD551237

23 15988O

29 137180

31 10920P_X

32 158_90

33 123487X

35 17490512

37 137040

38

40 124028X

44 17490412

46 19091416

62 STD551131

72 71070512

78 17490620

81 128861

Control Throt/Ch Lh

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

Engine(See Breakdown)

Briggs Model28U707-1174-E1

Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt

Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated

Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3"

ElbowStd 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Teeth 3/8

Shietd Browning/Debris Guard

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel I 25 Fr

CapAsm Fuel Sears Vented

Clamp Hose BIk

Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 Tyt ,

Une Fuel 20"

Plug Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)

Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

Washer Lock HWHlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4

Screw "Fndrol3/8-16xl -1/4Tytt

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: _1 component dimensions given inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

43

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

1

2

3

4

6

6

7

8

9

10

11

PART

NO.

140122

140551

STD5237t0

19131610

145006

STD541437

124181X

17490616

19131614

155925

166369

DESCRIPTION

Seat 3350 BIk/olkCraftsman 12 121246X

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 13 121248X

Bo_tFin Hex 3/8-16ur_ X 1 14 72050412

Washer 13/'32X 3/4 X 10 Ga 15 134300

ClipPushIn Hinged 16 121250X

Nut Hex Lockw/Ins3/8-16 Unc 17 123976X

SpringSeatCprsn2 250 BIkZi 21 153236

Screw Thdrol3/6.16 X 1Ty-tt 22 S'['[To41431

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 24 19171912

Pan PntSeat (blk) 25 127018)(

Knob SeatAdjWingnut

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

BracketPntMountingSwitch

BushingSnap Blk Ny150 Id

BoltRdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

Spacer Split28X96 Z_nc

SpringCprsn1 27 BlkPnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge FigGr 5 Zldc

BoltShoulder5/16-18 Unc-?_A

Nut He:<Lockw/Ins5/16-18

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

BoltShoulder5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: AIIcompone_ dimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25Amm

44

DECALS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

9

13 6 13 10

2O

21

14

12

16

21

KEY

NO. PART

NO,

1 156811

2 167179

3 1632oo

4163202

6 133644

8 166887

9 163204

10 156439

12 146046

13 163250

14 1603_6

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Oper. Instr.

Decal, Replacement

Decal, Hood, R.H.

Decal, Hood, L.H.

Decal, CustomerMaintenance

Decal, Deck Mower EZ •

Decal. Fender,Craftsman

Decal, FenderDanger

Decal, V-Bait Drive Schematic

Decal, Dash Panel

Decal, V-BaitSchematic

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

15 165388 Decal, Engine

16 142341 Decal, DrawbarConttorMove-

mentHyd LT

20 149516 Decal BatteryDngr/Psn Eng

21 163205 Decal, Fender Sd. Wht

- - 138311 Decal, LiftHandle

- - 154515 Pad FootrestLH STLT

- - 166706 Pad Footrest RH STLT

--166707 Owner'sManual,English

-- 165377 Owner'sManual,Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

5,a

4,10

11

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap ValueTire

2 65139 Stem Value

3 106_22X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 -6 Service

4 59904 Tube InnerFront#35060

5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6"frontWhite Service

6 278H FitUngGrease

7 9040H BearingRange

8106108)(427 Rim Asm8"rearWhite Barvice

9106268X Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service

10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

11 104757X Cap Axle BIk 1 50X1 00

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgk,en inU.S. inches

I inch = 25.4 mm

45

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

7

11

13

6

3

2

8

/ /'

/ /

./ I'

//

65

19

13

31

32

19

13

20

15

20

46

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1159460 Washer Asm Inner SpringW/Plunger

2 159471 ShaftAsm. Lift

3105767X Pin Groove

4 1200(3002 ERing#5133_o2

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.

6 120183X Bearing Nylong

7 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted

8 122365X Button Plunger Read

11 139865 Unk Asm Lift LH.

12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H.

13 4939M Retainer Spdng

15 127218 Unk Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion BIkZinc

18 73680800 NUt Crownlock1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spdng

31 140302 Bearing, Pvt. Lift. Spherical

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: A]I componentdimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

47

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

4 36

58

31

106 "_ 102 103 105

lo3- \/i_,/ #/|

101/_.p,_" 104 106

17

4\

21

16

14_ ,18

18

21 22

_/3 24

28

29 27

48

MOWERDECK TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1164961

2STD533107

3 138017

4138440

5S'TD624008

6 130832

8850857

9 _1137

10 14(_g6

11 134149

12 129895

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

16 140_29

17 72110610

18 72140505

19 132827

20 159770

21 STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 'f23713X

26 110452X

27 130968

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

31 12g_63

32 153535

33 137266

34 STD533717

35 133835

36 131494

37 19131316

40 _1437

41 133551

43 140063

44 !400e8

45 _400_

46 137729

48 133944

49 155066

50 131340

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO, NO.

MowerHousing

Bolt

BracketAssembly,Sway Bar,

Front

BracketAssembly,Sway Bar

RetainerSpdng

Arm, Suspension,Rear

Bolt,Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25

Grade8

Washer, Lock

Washer, Hardened

Blade,Mulching

Bearing, Ball

ShaftAssembly, Mandrel,

Vented (Includes Key

Number6}

Housing, Mandrel, Vented

Beadng, Ball,Mandrel

Stripper,Vented Mower Deck

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

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

Bolt,Shoulder

Baffle, Vortex

NutCrownlock5/16-18 UNC

Stiffener Bracket

Bracket, Deflector

Cap, Sleeve

Spring,Torsion,Deflector

Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector

Washer 11/32x5/3x 16

Gauge

Rod,Hinge

Screw ThdrolWasher Head

Washer,Spacer

Pulley,Mandrel

Nut, Toplco_, Ranged

Bolt

Fasther, Chds_as Tree

Pulley,Idler,Flat

Washer t3/32x 13/16x 16

Gauge

NutCrownlock3/8-16 UNC

Rod, Pivot,withNibs

Rod,Clutch,Secondary,with

Nibs

Guard, Mandrel,L.H.

Retainer

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

Washer, Hardened

RollerAssembly,Cam Follower

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 6

DESCRIPTION

51 STD541410

52 139888

53 131845

54 133943

55 155046

56 122052X

58 140G66

59 141043

67 16_113

68 144200

71 149.427

72 131870

73 127847

74 121748X

75 12000O29

76 128g03

77 127845

78 160570

79 127498

80 153701

81 7335O6OO

82 1420_8

83 120958X

84 1.56064

85 7214062O

92 S'T'D541437

101 136420

102 71161010

103 19061216

104 STD551110

105 160793

106 2029J

123 15z o

129 19131312

130 b--"T'{_3710

131 STD533710

132 1913,:_o0_

141 62661-1

- - 130794

164963

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

ArmAssembly, Pad,Brake

Washer,Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Spring,Torsion Brakes

Guard,TEN Idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Rod,Clutch, Primary, with Nibs

Spdng, Return

Arm, Clutch,Secondary

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

Gauge

Ring,Klip

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x

1.44

Keeper,Spdng

LeverASm.ClutchPriPImST/.

Bushing,Large, Brass

Spring,Mower Clutch

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Trunnion,Adj.

WasherSintered

Keeper BeltIdler

BoJtCarnage3/6-16 x 2-1/2

Nut

MulcherCover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

LatchAssembly,Bagger

Nut,Weld

Washer Felt

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 G

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 q

5

Bolt, RBHD SQNK 3/8-16 UN(

1

Spaser Washer 13/32.I.D. x !

3/80.0. xl/4

Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230

MandrelAssembly(Includes

Key Numbers8-10, 12-15, 31

and 32)

Mower Deck,Complete (Stan-

dard Deck, Order Separately

Mulcher Plate Components,t_

Nos. 101-106)

NOTE: All componentdimensions givenin U.S.inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

49

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

HYDRO TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 319-0500

1

58

23

19

99

37

139

43

18

\, 28

99 \

/900

53

52

4

35

113"

98

5O

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

HYDRO TRANSAXLE - -MODEL NUMBER 319-0500

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142986 Housing,Lower 40 150778 Locknut,He)( 6/16-24 UNJC

2 142987 Assembly, Upaer Housing 41 142958 Brake Rotor/Stator Kit

3 142932 Seal, Lip 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060

4 142926 Ring, Wire Retaining 44 142990 DifferentialAssembly

5 142933 Ring,Retaining 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x.13

6142934 Searing, Shaft Barl 53 142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250

7142935 Bearing, Cradle 56 142963 Shaft, Input

8 150771 Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13 58 142964 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.36

9 142937 Swashplate,Variable 59 142965 Pin .50D x .43 IO x.750

13 142938 Brock,CylinderAssembly 62 142966 Arm, Control

14 142939 Arm,Trunnion 63 142967 Puck, Dampener

16 142940 Seal, Lip 64 142920 SetScrew

17 142941 Guide, Slot 68 142969 Spring

18 150772 Shaft, Motor 69 144610 Stud 5/16-24

19 150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 92 142977 Spring, Block

23 142944 Block,Cylinder Assembly 9G 142978 Washer, Block Thrust

24 142945 Seal, Lip 10 x 25 x 7 98 142993 SleeveSearing

25 142946 Actuator, Bypass 99 142976 Seal, Wiper

26 150774 Center Section AssemblyKit 113 142917 Cap, Vent Assembly

27 142948 Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8 114 142918 Fitting,O-RingAssembly

28 142949 Ring,Retaining 119 142980 Spacer

29 142950 Washer 26 x 35 x 1 134 144607 Nut, Castre 5/16-24

30 150787 Nut, Jam 135 144608 Pin, Cotter

34 142951 Oil Filter Element 139 150775 Spring,Compression

35 142952 Arm, Bypass 140 150776 Nut, Hex 5/16-24

36 142953 Ring,Retaining 900 140607 Transaxle- Complete

37 142954 Arm, Actuating

38 142955 Pin, Actuating NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

39 150777 Bott 5/16-24 x 1-3/4 1 inch = 25.4 mm

51

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1

230

230

614

718 307

63_ 337

2 6® 6@

"A"REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

1026

52

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E

127 138 106 987 95 117 634 634A

O_51 142

137

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

123_

,Jr REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS

TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT

142

1270

53

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1

523

423

_524

3

@20 634A 842 524 868 868A

1022 "_, _=_

358 GASKET SET

51

977 137

CARBURETOR GASKET SET

467

171 _535

445

304

305_ 468

_) 75

7224

646_ 284

334 _

e_l 333 I

54

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E

1019 LABEL KITJ

11036 LABEL KIT- EMISSIONS I

[1058 OWNER'S MANUALI

783

728

615

544

201

474

802

55

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 496412

2 399265

3 391086

4 494238

5 495858

7 273280

8 495735

9 27803

10 94621

11 281246

12 271916

271997

271996

13 94728

15 94239

16 4.98971

94196

20 291675

22 94624

23 492326

24

25

26

27

28

29

32

32A

33

34

35

37

4O

45

46

51

52

53

75

78

87

93

94

95

222698

495860

495977

4.95978

495979

495854

495852

495851

495855

263129

498319

498320

494504

495490

94695

94648

495856

4,95857

262811

2245O2

224641

262411

496884

272465

272569

94637

225136

94832

491323

281346

94O98

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Assembly

Bearing, Cylinder

* Seal Oil

Base, Engine

Head, Cylinder

*** Gasket, Cylinder Head

Breather Assembly

*Gasket, Valve Cover

Screw, Sems

Tube, Breather

*Gasket, Crankcase Cove_ .015"

*Gasket, Crankcase Covel .005"

*Gasket, Crankcase Covel .009"

Screw, Cylinder Head

Plug, Oil Drain

Crankshaft

Timing Gear Key

* Seal, Oil

Screw,Sems, Base Mounting

Flywheel and Ring Gear Assem-

bly, Magneto

Key, Flywheel

Piston Assembly, Standard Size

PistonAssembly, .010" Oversize

Piston Assembly, .020" Oversize

Piston Assembly, .030" Oversize

Ring Set, Piston, Standard Size

Ring Set, Piston, .010" Oversize

Ring Set, Piston, .020" Oversize

Ring Set, Piston, .030" Oversize

Lock, Piston Pin

Pin Assy., Piston, Standard Size

Pin Assy., Piston, .005" Over-

size

Rod Assembly, Connecting

Rod Assembly, Connecting,

.020" Undersize Crankpin Bore

Screw, He)( Washer Head,

1-57/64

Screw,He:<Washer Head, 1-5/8

Valve, Exhaust

Valve, Intake

Spring, Valve

Guard,Fly,#neel

Retainer, Valve Spring

Tappet, Valve

Gear, Cam

**** Gasket, Carburetor

(Carburetor to Elbow)

*** Gasket, Carburetor

(Elbowto Cylinder)

Stud,CarburetorMounting

Washer, Spring

Screw,Pan Head

* Seat, Govemor Shaft

Bushing, ThroftlaShaft

Valve, Needle

** Screw, Throttle

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

98 495800 Screw, IdleSpeed

104 231789 ** Pin, Float Hinge

105 231855 ** ValveFleat

106 231854 ** Seat, InletValve

108 224558 Valve, Choke (Lmt 153)

108A 224540 Valve, Choke (Lmt 154)

111 262715 Spring Choke (Lmt 155)

117 232118 ** Jet, NeadleValve(Std.)

232119 Jet, Needle Valve (Hi-AIt.)

121 499233 Carburetor Overhaul Kit

123 94913 Screw, Elbow Mounting

125 499153 Carburetor Assembly

127 - - - ** Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only)

130 224539 Valve, Throttle

131 494379 Shaft and Lever, Throttle

133 494381 Float, Carburetor

137 281165 **** Gasket, Float Bowl

138 281164 **** Washer, Bowl

141 495097 Choke, Shaft Kit (Choke-A-

Matic)

141A 495931 Choke, Shaft Kit (Choke-A-

Mai_c)

142 232117 ** Nozzle, Carburetor

146 94196 Key,13mingGear

164 214047 Elbow, Carburetor

166 94555 Stud, RockerArm

171 281051 Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting

186 493496 Connector, Hose

187 298099 Une, Fuel (Cut to Suit)

188 94627 Screw,Seres

192 492160 ScrewAssembly, RockerArm

201 262767 Link,Governor

209 260695 Spring, Governor

216 262766 Unk, Choke

219 490815 Gear, Governor

222 495611 Plate, Governor Control

224 94905 Screw, Sems, Air Cleaner

225 4.95157 Crank, Governor

227 493935 Lever Assembly,Governor

230 94742 Washer, Governor Crank

232 262785 Spring,Governor Link

238 262836 Cap, Valve

240 394358 Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Une)

265 221535 Clamp, Casing

284 94704 Screw, Hex Head

*Included in Gasket Set (495993)

** IncludedinCarburetor )cat(499233)

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

Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)

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

Kit (499233) and Carburetor Gasket Set

(494385)

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch =25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660

BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO, NO.

294 910068 Screw,Set 757 213098 Link, Counterweight

304 496280 Housing, Blower 758 399691 Counterweight Assembly

306 94786 Screw,Hex, Head, 759 298909 Pin, Counterweight

BlowerHousingMounting 761 94593 Screw,Counterweight

306 225020 Shield,Cylinder 783 280104 Gear, Starter

307 94930 Screw, Cylinder Shield 801 394856 Cap, Drive

309 497595 Motor, Starter 802 497605 Cap, End

310 497602 Sort,Thru 803 497(Y]4 Housing, Starter

311 497608 BrushSet 842 27(}920 * Seal, Oil Filler Cap

333 495859 Armature, Magneto 847 496415 Fill Group, Oil

334 94731 Screw, Sems, Armature Mount- 851 224110 Terminal, IgnrdonCable

ing 868 494435 *** SealAssembly, Valve

337 491055 Plug. Spark 868A 272610 *** Gasket, Vatve

346 93705 Screw, Hex Head 871 262835 Bushing,Guide (Intake & E

356 497708 Wire Assembly haust)

358 495993 Gasket Set 872 281361 Cover,Air Cleaner

363 19203 Puller,Rywheel 875 4_62 Body,Air Cleaner

383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug 877 393456 Diode and Connector Asea

423 94903 Screw. Sems 947 497672 Solenoid

446 4,93909 Cartridge, Air Cleaner 965 94010 Nut, Hex

467 493903 Knob, Air Cleaner 975 4,95933 BowlAssembly, Carburetor

468 494439 Screen, Flush Rotating 977 494385 Carburetor Gasket Set

474 393474 Stator, Alternator 987 281166 ** Seal, Throttle Shaft

482 93621 Screw, Sems 1005 291400 Fan, Flywheel

503 806000 Strap, Starter 1006 224413 Retainer, Fan

510 497606 Drive, Starter 1019 4,-,°6758 LabelKit

523 495230 Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler 1022 272475 *** Gasket, Cover

524 281370 *Seal, FillerTube 1023 224552 Cover, RockerArm

525 496113 Tube, OilFiller 1026 494432 Rod, Push, Intake

535 272403 Element, Filter 4,95136 Rod, Push, Exhaust

537 281106 *O-Ring, AJrC/ear}er 1029 224554 Arm, Rocker

544 497603 Armature, Starter 1033 4_0992 ValveOverhau[Krt

552 491966 Bushing,GovernorCrank 1034 495248 GutdeAssembly,Push Ro

562 94907 Bolt,Carriage 1036 499364 Label Kit, Emissions

592 231978 Nut, Hex 1044 94673 Screw,HexHeap

601 93053 Clamp, FuelPipe 1054 270723 "tie,Cable

614 93,306 Pin, Cotter 1058 2"726_3 Manual,Owner's

615 263080 Retainer 1090 497607 Retainer.Brush

618 2_280_ Spring,Choke Return 1091 281364 Cap. LJmiter

634 494453 ** Seal, SpringAasy. 2500 28N707-1026 ReplacereentEngine

634A 494455 ** Seal, SpringAssy. ---- 496050 Replacereant Sh_

635 280872 Beat, Spark Plug RPM Settings: Low:1650-1850, High:3200-3400

646 224546 Brace, Air Cleaner

657 94906 Screw, SanlS * Ir}cluded inGasket Set (495993)

663 94620 Screw, Serf-Tapping ** InciudedinCarburetor Kit (499233)

718 230192 Pin, Dowe} *** Inc_odedJr}both Gasket Set {495993) and

726 399676 Gear, Ring Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)

(IncludesMountingHardware) **** IncludedinGasket Set (495993), Carbure

727 490324 Cover,Starter _(499233) and CarburetorGasket Set

728 94951 Screw, Torx_ (494385)

729 281390 Clip.Wire

729A 225170 Retainer,Wire NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. ir

741 2_ Gear, Timing 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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_Operate your Tractor up and dowp the face of slopes (not J

_U_ 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.

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a domicilio

1-800-676-5811

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Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pieces

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am -11 pm CST, 7 days a week

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Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio

1-800-659-7084

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in your area:

Call 24 hours aday, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

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Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday

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166706 Rev. 3 8.20.99 JH/RH Printed in U.S.A.