Craftsman 917 270822 Users Manual

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Owner's Manual

I:RRFTSHRN
19.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

IEZ3

Model No.
917.270822

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Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am- 5 pm, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman

website:www.sears,

corn/craftsman

W'arCanty
2
Safety Rules .........................................
2
Product Specifications ..........................
5
Assembly ........................................
:..... 8
Operation ............................................
11
Maintenance Schedule ......................
18

LIMITED

TWO YEAR WARRANTY

Maintenance .......................................
18
Service and Adjustments ....................
22
Storage ...............................................
27
Troubleshooting
..................................
28
Repair Parts ........................................
32
Parts Ordering .....................
Back Cover

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 accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.
• Riding

equipment

LIMITED

90 DAY WARRANTY

used for commercial

or rental purposes.

ON BAI-FERY

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 warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days
from the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days
from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman
riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will
still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will
apply)• This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may
vary from state to state.
Sears,

Roebuck

and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman

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.

Estates,

IL 60179

Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine
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.

DO NOT:

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set
parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
• Turn off blades when not mowing.
• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or
truck.
• 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 in-

• Do notturn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.
The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the
edge 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

jury.

SLOPE

OPERATION

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

Slopes are a major factor related to lossof-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:

• 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.

• 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 ma-

• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.

chine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments.
These can change
the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual, Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.

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.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting. •
Never make
adjustments
or repairs with the engine
running.

• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components
and replace with
manufacturer's
recommended
parts,
when 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. Adjust and service as required.
Be
sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

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 ma-

• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

chine. 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.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
• Do notturn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

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
enter the area.

off if children

• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
_:_Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_WARNING:
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

_I, CAUTION:
In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire
where it cannot contact spark plug.

PRODUCT

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE
CAPACITY
AND TYPE:

3.5 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

OILTYPE
_PI-SFiSG/SH):

SAE30
(above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30

CUSTOMER

DIL CAPACITY:

3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
GAP: .030")

Champion RJ19LM
OR J19LM

EXHAUS]I
GROUND SPEED
vlPH):

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety
• Follow a regular schedule in
ing, caring for and using your
• Follow the instructions under

(below 32°F)

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE:

A Sears Maintenance
Agreement
is avai_
able on this product. Contact your neares
Sears store for details.

.004-.006
.007-.009

FORWARD:

0 - 5.5

REVERSE:

0-2.4

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT: 14PSI
REAR: 10PSI

CHARGING
SYS]_M:

3AMPS BATFERY
5 AMPS HEADUGHTS

BATIERY:

AMP/HR:
30
MIN. CCA: 240
CASE SIZE: U1R

'BLADE BOLT
!TORQUE:

27-35 F[ LBS.

nance" and "Storage"
owner's manual.

sections

rules.
maintaintractor.
"Mainteof this

4_WARNING:
This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion
engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
attester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working
order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
muffler is available through your nearest
Sears Authorized Service Center (See
REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase
of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to
give you the best possible dependability
and performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact
your nearest Sears Authorized Service
Center. We have competent, well-trained
technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".

Parts Bag contents shown full size

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

3/8-16 x 1
(1) Hex Bolt
(1) Lackwasher 3/8

(1) Large Flat Washer
(1) Locknut 5/16-18

(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder
Bolt 5/16-18

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

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

(2)
Lock #10
Washers

(2)
Weld
Nuts
#10

#10 x 5/8

Partspackedseparatelyin carton
d

Seat
Video
Cassette

Mulcber
Plate

Manual

Steering
Wheel

Parts Bag

Parts Bag contents

not shown full size

Steering Wheel Adapter
Steering
Wheel Insert

(2) Keys

Shaft

_._1

Slope Sheet

Steering
Extens:on

f I
(2) Latch Hook
Assemblies

Yournew tractor

has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct
tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you

begin.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

insert

/_/3/8

are listed below.

(1) 3/4" Socket w/
9/16" wrench
drive ratchet
1/2" wrench
Utility knife
(1) Phillips Screwdriver
Tire pressure
guage
When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
(1)
(2)
(1)
(1)

ASSEMBLE
BOOT

EXTENSION

SHAFT AND

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install

Large Flat

-,__

Washer

.og

Extension

Shaft
5/16 _
Locknut -

UNPACK CARTON
• Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts cartons from 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
cartons and remove.

A'I-I'ACH STEERING WHEEL

_
_-t_

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM
CARTON

BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFF
SKID

Hex Bolt
_ 3/8
Lockwasher

r--_Adapter
_5/16
_
Hex Bolt

Lower Steering ,-...f_...._'"_'_--.
Shaft

_ ,_
"','_,_
;..
_
_. "--..,
,_-,

_ .
lao
Slots

• Assemble large flat 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 tractor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT:
Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid.

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.

HOWTO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR
CHECK

BATrERY

• Lift hood to raised

position.

• 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 6-1C
amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for

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.

charging instructions).

TO DRIVE TRACTOR

OFF SKID

[I, WARNING:
Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the
Operation section of this manual. Be sure
tractor is in a wail-ventilated area. Be 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 "transmis-

INSTALL

_bel

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
kr_ob
securely.

Seat
Seat Pan

Shoulder
Bolt

Flat Washer
Adjustment Knob
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op
eration section for location and function
of controls)

sion 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.
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
• Install two latch hooks to mutcher 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 intohole on front of
mower deck.
• Hook rear latch into hole on back of
mower deck.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest" position.
• Release parking brake by depressing
_kCAUTION:
Do not remove discharge
clutch/brake pedal.
guard from mower. Raise and hold guard
• Place'freewheel
control in freewheeling
when attaching mulcher plate and allow it
position to disengage transmission
to rest on plate while in operation.
(See "TO TRANSPORT"
in the Operation section of this manual ) .
• Roll tractor forward off skid.
• Remove banding holding discharge
9
guard up against tractor.

TO CONVERT
DISCHARGING

TO BAGGING

CHECK

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
also.

Hook Points
Down

Lock
Washer

Weld

SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See 'q-O ADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual.

tI'CHECKLIST

and bagging

Weld Nut From
The Top

BRAKE

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY
YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST
PERFORMANCE
AND SATISFACTION
FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:
,/

Latch

Latch
Hook
Nut
Lock Washer

Washer

Washer
Mulcher
Plate

'_._._ Screw

Shield

Latch
Hooks
CHECK

TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated
at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in
the "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.
CHECK

DECK

LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing
should be properly leveled. See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments
manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER
ALL BELTS

section of this
POSITION

All assembly instructions have been
completed.
/" No remaining loose parts in carton.
/ Battery is properly prepared and
charged.
(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
,/Seat
is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
4' All tires are properly inflated.
(For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflared at the factory).
,/" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-sideflront-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.
,/Check
wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in drive position.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR
TRACTOR,
PAY EXTRAA-I-FENTION
TO
THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:
,/Engine
oil is at proper level.
,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
,/Become
familiar with all controls - their
location and function.
Operate them
before you start the engine.
,I Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
/ It is important to purge the transmission
before operating your tractor for the first
time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions
(See "TO
START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-

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 belts are
routed correctly.
10

MISSION" in the Operation
this manual).

section

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

BATFERY

CAUTION OR
WARNING

REVERSE

FORWARD

FAST

SLOW

ENGINE ON

ENGINE OFF

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON

OVER TEMP
LIGHT

FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER HErGHT

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

UNLOCKED

R N
AI-rACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

HIGH

LOW

KEEP AREA CLEAR

MOWER LIFT

PARKING BRAKE

SLOPE HAZARDS

A'I-[ACH MENT
IGNITION

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FREE WHEEL
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(Automatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S
TRACTOR

MANUAL

AND SAFETY

RULES

BEFORE

OPERATING

YOUR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of
various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment
Clutch Lever

Light Switch
Position

Ignition
Switch

Ammeter

Choke

Throttle Control

L_Leve
Plunger

Clutch/Brake
Pedal

Attachment
L_ Lever

Height
Adjl
Knob

Brake

Motion
Control Lever

Freewheel

ApPeed
L,,r'/
I
Control

3MPH_L'_II_I
p_

2 MPH/r'_:_l

\
_ \

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American
National Standards Institute.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments
mounted to your tractor.
LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and
off.
CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a
cold engine.
THROTTLE 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.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to adjust the mower cutting height.
MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the
speed and direction of the tractor.
ATTACHMENT 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.

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses
or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments
or repairs. We recommend a w=de vision safety mask over spectacles, 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 "ENGAGED" position and release pressure
from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should
remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure
parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Throttle
Control

Choke
Control

Attachment Clutch
Lever "Engaged"
Position
"Disengaged"
Position
Brake
"Engaged"
Position

"Brake"
Position

Control
Clutch/Brake
Pedal"Drive"
Pos_on

Lever
Pos_ion

STOPPING
MOWER BLADES

• To stop mower blades, move attachment clutoh 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 depressed.
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".

• Never use choke to stop engine.
IMPORTANT:
Leaving the ignition switch
in any position other titian "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.
__CAUTION:
Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty grass
catcher, etc.
THROTTLE 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.
CHOKE CONTROL
Use choke control whenever you are
starting a co!d engine. Do not use to start
a warm engine.
To engage choke control, pull knob out.
Slowly push knob in to disengage.
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 brdke and clutch/
brake pedal.
• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The cutting height is controlled by turning
the height adjustment knob in desired direction.
• Turn knob clockwise (_) to raisecutting
height.
• Turn knob counterclockwise(v-,)to
lower cuttinQheight.
The cuttinghelght range isapproximateiy
1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured
from the ground to the blade tip with the
engine not running. These heights are
approximate
and may vary depending
upon soil conditions,
height of grass and
types of grass being mowed.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and
remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
use.
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• The average lawn should be cut to approximately
2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months.
For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after
moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance,
grass
over 6 inches in height should be
mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired
height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted
when they are slightly off the ground
when mower is at the desired cutting
height in operating position. Gauge
wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.
• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a
flat level surface.
• Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See 'qO ADJUST MOWER cU'rFING
HEIGHT" in the Operation section of
this manual).
• With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the
ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8
washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten
securely.
• Repeat for opposite side installing
gauge wheel in same adjustment
hole.

TO OPERATE

ON HILLS

_I_I3AUTION:
Do not drive up or down
s 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 depressed.
• To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
• Slowly move motion control lever to
slowest setting.
• Make all turns slowly.
Attachment Clutch
Attachment Lift
Lever "En_
"High Position
Position

3/8-16
3uard
Gauge Wheel
Mounting
3/8 Washer
Gauge

Shoulder
Bolt

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.
• Lower mower with attachment lift control.
• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.
• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control.
_CAUTION:
Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher, on
mowers so equipped, or the discharge
guard in place.

TO TRANSPORT
When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling
position. Freewheel 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.).
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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER
ATTACHMENTS
Tow onlythe 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. Tires can lose traction with the
ground and cause you to lose control of

_our tractor.
EFORE STARTING

THE ENGINE

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.
• For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting(See
"OIL
VISCOSITY
CHART" in theMaintenance section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual.
ADD GASOLINE
• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will
increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil
with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to
assure fuel freshness.
IMPORTANT:
When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0 C), use fresh,
clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.
_WARNING:
Experience
indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.
Drain the gas tank, start the engine and
let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor
are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.
See Storage Instructions
for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
_eCAUTION:
Fill to bottom of gas'tank
r neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or Tuel. 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 "DISENGAGED" position.
• Move throttle control to fast position
• Pull choke control out for a cold engine
start attempt, For a warm engine start
attempt the choke control may not be
needed.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and
cold starting procedures
below.
• Insert key into ignition and turn key
clockwise to "START" position andrelease key as soon as engine starts. Do
not run starter continuously
for more
than fifteen seconds per minute. If the
engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a
few minutes and try again. If engine still
does not start, pull the choke control
out and retry.
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F
AND ABOVE)
• When engine starts, slowly push choke
control in until the engine begins to run
smoothly. If the engine starts to run
roughly, pull the choke control out
slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly.
• The attachments
and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using
the choke as described above.

COLDWEATHERSTARTING

(50 ° FAND
BELOW)
• When engine starts, slowly push choke
control in until the engine begins to run
smoothly. Continue to push the choke
control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed
and load, until the choke control is fully
in. If the engine starts to run roughly,
pull the choke control out slightly for a
few seconds and then continue to push
the control in slowly. This may require
an engine warm-up period from several
seconds to several minutes, depending
on the temperature.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARM-UP
• Before driving the unit in cold weather
the transm ssion should be warmed up
as follows:
• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.
• Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake and
let the clutch/brake slowly return to
operating position.
• Allow one minute for transmission to
warm up. This can be done during
the engine warm up period.
• The attachments can be used during
the engine warm-up period after the
transmission has been warmed up and
may require the choke control be
pulled out slightly.
NOTE: 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.
PURGE TRANSMISSION
A('_CAUTION; Never engage or disengage freewheel
lever while the engine is
running.
To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended
that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during
shipping of your tractor.
IMPORTANT:
Should your transmission
require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor.
• Place tractor safely on level surface
with engine off and parking brake set.
• Disengage transmission by placing
freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT"
in this section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running move
thrott e control to slow position. With
motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake
pedal.
• Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse positior
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 parking brake.
Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See
'qO 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) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake
pedal.
• Slowly move motion control lever forward; after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion
control lever to reverse position. After
the tractor moves approximately five (5)
feet return the motion control lever 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
• Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance. See 'q'O
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 distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.
• When mowing large areas, start by
turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences,
driveways, etc. After one or two rounds
mow in the opposite direction making
left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings.
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.
f

Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The
best time to mow your lawn is the early
afternoon. At this time the grass has
dried and the newly cut area will not be
exposed to the direct sun.
For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off
only the top one-third of the grass
blades. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut on each pass
and mow slowly.
Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicular
to the first cut path.
Change your cutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next
week. This will help prevent matting and
graining of the lawn.
Max 1/3
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 reduce them in size so that as they fall
onto the lawn they will disperse into the
grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide, nutrients for the lawn. Always
mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades.

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

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_'_/_-_

SERVICE DATES

Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and
InterlockSystems
Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

Lubrication Chart

Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxle Cooling
Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension
AdjustMotion Drive Belt(s) Tension
Check Engine Oit Level
Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

InspectMuffler/Spark Attester
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

N I Clean EngineCoo_ingFins
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter
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2 - Service more often when operating _ d[rly or dusty COld,iOns
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4 - Replace blades more o_en "M_

GENERAL

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soil

manual. Some adjustments will need to
be made periodically to properly maintain
your tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be
checked at least once each season.
• Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check blades and belts for wear. A
new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer.
•
•
•
•

Do not over_ghten,

LUBRICATION

RECOMMENDATIONS

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

BEFORE

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6 NOt required if equlpped _th maintenance-free batter
7 - _ghten front _de pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ib$, maximum.

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.

CHART

Zerk
_
::==::::==. i"_(D Spindle
Zerk
Spindle
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Wheel
Bearing
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SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL
• ) 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-lubricating
bearings. If you feel they
must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.
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TRACTOR

Trailing
Edge U

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 adjusted.
(See 'q-O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service
and Adjustments
section of this manual).
TIRES
• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See the "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 bepurchased
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 described 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

Mandrel Assembly
Blade

Center
Hole

Flat Washer
Lock
Wash
_-Hex
Bolt (Grade
*A Grade 8 heat reated bolt can be identified by
six lines on the bolt head.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpeningblade
but if you do, be sure the blade
isbalanced.
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 balancer,
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 no_.
Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion
of the steel bolt or pin and hold the belt
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.

5/8 B01t_
or Pin

Blade
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BA'n'ERY
Your tractor has a battery charging system
which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with
an automotive charger will extend its life.
• 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 !BATIERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and,,terminals can cause the battery to "leak
power.
• Remove terminal guard.

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.
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• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and remove
battery from tractor.
• Rinse the battery with plain water and
dry.
• Clean terminals and battery cable ends
with wire brush until bright.
• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BATTERY" 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 ad ustable.
Replace be ts f they beg n to slip from
wear.
TRANSAXLE

COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins
should be kept clean to assure proper
cooling.
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the
transmission
is hot. To prevent possible
damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle.
• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan
blades are intact and clean.
• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials.
To prevent
damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer 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.
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.
SAE VISCOSITY

GR_ES

_o
30"
TEMPEP0_TURE RANGE ,NgrlCIPATED

10"
BEFORE NEXT OIL C_E

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 a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the, engine and after each eight
(8) hours or operation. "13ghten oil,fill cap/
dipstick securely each time you cneck the
oillevel.
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"
of this manual.
• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick
for
checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is
tightened securely for accurate reading.
Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.
Oil Drain

Air Screen
__.._

Plug_
Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick _

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
compressecl air to remove dirt and stubborn driedgum fibers.
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 precleaner.

• Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.
• Reinstall cover and secure with
knob(s).
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate.
Carefully remove cartridge to prevent
debris from entering carburetor.
• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat
surface. If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.
• Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts,
precleaner, cover and secure with
knob(s).
IMPORTANT:
Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
the cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.
Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry
cartridge.
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Wing Nut

MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrestor (if equipped) as it could
create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every I00
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plugty,p,e and gapsetting are
shown in the PRODOCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement
is required.
• With engine cool, remove filter and plug
fuel line sections.
• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and
clamps are properly positioned.

ge
Plate

Clamp

Foam

Air Screen

Fuel Filter

Cartiridge

ENGINE COOLING FINS
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine
cooling fins to prevent engine damage
from overheating. Air guide covers must
be removed_Remove
side panels and
hood (See '%0 REMOVE HOOD AND
GRILL ASSEMBLY"
in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

Clamp

CLEANING
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter ane camuretor are covered to keep water out. Water in
engine can result in a shortened engine
life.

Cover

Top Air Guid_

Air Gui_e
Cover
(Both Sides)
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._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.

TRACTOR

TO LEVEL MOWER

TO REMOVE MOWER

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on
level ground or driveway.
Make sure tires
are properly inflated (See PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS").
If tires are over or
underinflated,
you will not properly adjust
your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE
ADJUSTMENT

Mower will be easier to remove from the
right side of tractor.
• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
• Move attachment lift lever forward to
lower mower to its lowest position.
Roll belt off engine pulley.
: 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 removing retainer springs.
• Raise lift lever to raise suspension
arms. Slide mower out from under tractor.
IMPORTANT:
If an attachment other than
the mower deck is to be mounted on the
tractor, remove the front links.
Clutch
Clutch

HOUSING

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 adjustment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift
link adjustment nut on that side.
• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift
link adjustment
nut on that side.
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will
change mower height about 1/8".
• Recheck measurements
after adjusting.
Bottom Edge _
_ Bottom Edge
of Mower to h_
I-_ II of Mower to
Ground,
_,l!_==J
1--.31_1Ground

ine

Suspen ;ion Arms
(_

Front
/ I

Suspension
_L---_
_°_"_-_

----J"

Lift Link
Adjust ment

Nut
,Retainer

Retainer
Spring
Anti-Swaybar

TO INSTALL MOWER
• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
• Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor.
• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
• Install mower in reverse order of re22
moval instructions.

FRONT-TO-BACK
ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT:
Deck must be level side-toside. If the following
front-to-back
adjustment is necessary
be sure to adjust both
front links
equally
so mower
will stay
level side-to-s_de.
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.

• Before making any necessary adjustments, 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.
_,_\\

_
a

o_
o

_, Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Mandrel

Idler Pulleys

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on
the side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed _n highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
Depress clutch/brake
pedal and engage parking brake.
• Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod,
• If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen
Jbamnut and turn nut "A" until distance
ecomes 1-9/16".
Retighten jam nut
against nut "A".
• Road test tractor for proper stopping
distance as stated above, Readjust if
necessary.
If stopping distance is still
greater than six (6) feet in high_st gear,
turther maintenance
is necessary.
Contact your nearest authorized service
center/department.
With Parking Brake "Engaged"
Jam
Nut

Nut

iArm
Front Links
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE
BELT (See Illustration
Next Page)
The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools, Park the tractor on
level surface. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL• Remove mower from tractor (See '7-0
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of
this manual).
• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
idler pulleys.
• Pull belt away from mower.
BELT INSTALLATION
• Install new belt in reverse order of removal.
• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves
and inside all belt guides.
• Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

Do Not touch this nut.
If further brake adjustment is necessary
contact your nearest authorized service
center/department
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake. For assistance, there _s 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 remove downward from around engine
23 pulley.

• Installnew belt by reversingabove procedure.
Engine
Idler
Stationar
Idler
Input Pulley

TRANSAXLE
MOTION CONTROL
LEVER NUETRAL ADJUSTMENT
The motion control lever has been preset
at the factory and adjustment should not
be necessary.
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 additional clearance is needed
to get to adjustment
bolt, move mower
deck 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

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL
ALIGNMENT
If steeringwheel
crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steenng
wheel and reassembleper
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.
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, i_re sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.
Washers_
Retaining
k
_

Ring

Axle

L JS_ -JJIII

Square Key -j
(Rear Wheel Only)'-'-

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK
BATTERY

_,CAUTION:
Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from batterTighten adjustment
bolt securely.
Start engine and test.
ies. Always wear eye protection when
• If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps
around batteries.
until satisfied.
If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.(See
"BATLever
Neutral Lock
TERY" in the MAINTENANCE
section of
this manual).
If "jumper cables" are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT:
Your tractor Is equipped
with a 12 volt negative grounded system.
The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt
negative grounded system. Do not use
your tractor battery to start other vehicles.
TRANSMISSION
REMOVAL/REPLACE
O ATTACH JUMPER CABLES MENT
• Connect each end of the RED cable to
Should your transmission require removal
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each batfor service or replacement, it should be
tery, taking care not to short against
pur_led after reinstallation and before opchassis.
erating the tractor. See "PURGETRANS• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to
MISSFON in the Operation section of this
the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully
manual.
24 charged battery.
inch in the direction it is trying to creep.

i stment

• Connectthe other endof the BLACK
cableto good CHASSISGROUND,
awayfromfuel tank and battery.
TO REMOVECABLES,REVERSE
ORDER• BLACK cable first from chassis and then
from the fully charged battery.
• RED cable last from both batteries.

"Positive" (+)
L.H. Panel

' Negative' (-)
[_'--_/

Bolt

REPLACING BA'I-rERY
_CAUTION:
Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other
object to contact both terminals at the
same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands, rings ,etc.
Positive terminal must be connected first
to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.
• Lift hood to raised position.

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 diagram 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.
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
ASSEMBLY
• 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.

ood
Headlight
Wirenector

Remove terminal guard.
Disconnect BLACK battery cable then
RED battery cable and carefully remove
battery from tractor.
• Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery.
Reinstall terminal guard.
First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt
and keps hut as shown. Tighten securely.
• Connect BLACK grounding
cable to
negative (-) battery terminal with remaining] hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely.
• Close terminal access doors.
• Close hood.
Hex
Keps

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers
expense may De performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or inoividual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE
The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as oescrieen
below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:
• With engine not running, move throttle
control lever to fast position.
• Check that swivel is against side of
quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable
clamp screw and pull cable back until
swivel is against quarter circle. Tighten
cable clamp screw securely.

Terminal
Door
•Positive
(Red) Cable
Guard

i Cable

TO ADJUST CHOKECONTROL
The chokecontrol has been preset

PRELIMINARY

at the
factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If
adjustment
is necessary, proceed as follows:
TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
The choke control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be
necessary.
Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If
adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:
• With engine not running, move choke
control (located on dash panel) to full
choke position.
• Remove air cleaner cover, filter and
cartridge plate to expose carburetor
choke (see AIR FILTER" in the Maintenance section of this manual).
• Choke should be closed, If it is not,
loosen casing clamp screw and move
choke cable until choke is completely
closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely.
• Reassemble air cleaner.
Clamp Screw-__
Quarter

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)

Choke
Lever
Casing
Screw

SEI-FING

• Be sure you have a clean air filter, and
the throttle control cable and choke are
adjusted properly (see above).
• With engine off turn idle mixture screw
in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and
then turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4
to 1-1/2 turns.
FINAL SE1-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.
• With throttle control lever in slow position, hold throttle lever against idle
speed screw and adjust idle speed
screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.
• While still holding throttle lever against
idle speed screw, turn idle mixture
screw in (clockwise) until engine begins
to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn
screw to a point midway between those
two positions.
• Continue to hold throttle lever against
idle speed screw and adjust idle speed
screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM. Release throttle lever.
ACCELERATION
TEST • Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position.
If engine hesitates or dies,
turn idle mixture screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates
smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted.
Do
not adjust - damage may result.
IMPORTANT:
Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding
the
engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjust=ng, contactyour
nearest authorized service center/department,
which has proper
equipment
and experience to make any
necessary adjustments.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be
required to compensate for differences in
fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the
carburetor does need adjustment,
proceed as follows:
In general, turning the mixture screw in
(clockwise)
decreases the supply of fuel
to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turningthe m_xture screw out
(counterclockwise)
increases the supply
of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air
mixture.
IMPORTANT:
Damage to the needles and
the seats in carburetor may result if screw
is turned in too tight.
26

ldle Speed
Screw

__le

Mixture Screw
_"'Throttle

Lever
ldle Speed
Screw
Idle Mixture
Screw
_"

Throttle Lever

Immediately
prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
_I_CAUTION:
Never store the tractor with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter
storage. This will allow you to clean it
thoroughly. 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
!_arts for damage, breakage and wear.
eplace 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
TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of
this manual).
• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they
cannot come in contact with battery terminals.
• 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
_luUmdeposits from forming in essential
el system parts such as carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.
Also, experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation
of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio
found on stabilizer container. Run engine
at least 10 minutes after adding _tabilizer
to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor, Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and re_,!ace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE' in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
Pour one ounce of oil through spark
Remove
sparkintoplug(s).
plug
hole(s)
cyl!nder(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 sLarts to
rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline
will Cause problems.
• If possible, store your tractor indoors
and cover it to give protection from dust
and dirt.
• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe, which allows condensation
to
form and cause your tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT:
Never cover tractor while ,
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART
CAUSE

PROBLEM
Will not start

Hard to start

CORRECTION

• Out of fuel,
• Fill fuel tank.
• Engine not "CHOKED" properly, • See "TO START ENGINE" in
Operation section.
• Engine flooded.
• Wait several minutes before attempting to start.
• Bad spark plug.
• Dirty air filter.
Clean/replace air filter.
: Replace fuel
spark
plug.
filter.
: Dirty fuel filter.
Water in fuel.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh
_asoline and replace fuel filter.
Loose or damaged wiring.
heck all wiring.
,,
,. Carburetor out of adjustment.
See =To Adjust Carburetor in
Service and Adjustments
section.
Contact an authorized service
• Engine valves out of adjustment.
center.
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 will not turn
over

Engine clicks but will
not-start

Loss of power

• Engine valves out of adjustment.
• Clutch/brake pedal not depressed.
• 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.
•
•
•
:
•
•
•
•
•
•

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.
Replace
Rechargefuse.
or replace battery.
Clean battery terminals.
• Check all wirinq.
Check/replace ignition switch.
Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
Contact an authorized service
center.
i

Recharge or replace battery.
Clean battery terminals.
: Check all wiring.
Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
Cutting too much grass/too fast. • Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.
Throttle in "CHOKE" position.
: Adjust
throttle control.
Clean underside
of mower hous
Build-up of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.
ing.
Clean/replace air filter.
Dirty air filter.
: Check oil level/change oil.
Low oil level/dirty oil.
Faulty spark plug.
• Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
Dirty fuel filter.
• Replace fuel filter.
• Drain fuel tank and refill with
Stale or dirty fuel.
fresh gasoline.
Water in fuel.
• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh gasoline an(
replace fuel filter.
Spark plug wire loose.
• Connect and tighten spark plug
wire.
Dirty engine air screen/fins.
• Clean engine air screen/fins.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM

CAUSE

Loss of power (cont'dl

CORRECTION

Dirty/clogged muffler,
Loose or damaged wiring,
Carburetor out of adjustment,
Engine valves out of adjustment.

Clean/replace muffler.
Check all wiring.
• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Ser.
vice and Adjustments
section.
• Contact an authorized service
center.

Excessive vibration

Worn, bent or loose blade.
Bent blade mandrel.
Loose/damaged part(s).

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

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

Faulty operator-safety
ence control system.

• Check wiring, switches and connections. If not
corrected, contact an authorized
service center/department.

Poor cut - uneven

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.

Mower blades will not
rotate

Obstruction in clutch mechanism.
Worn/damaged mower drive
belt.
Frozen idler pulley.
Frozen blade mandrel.
Engine speed too slow.

•
•
•
•
Poor grass discharge

pres-

• Remove obstruction.
• Replace mower drive belt.
• Replace idler pulley.
• Replace blade mandrel.
• Place throttle control in "FAST' position.

• Travel speed too fast.
Wet grass.
Mower deck not level.
• Low/uneven tire air pressure.
• Worn, bent or loose blade.
• 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.

Headlight(s) not work • Switch is "OFF".
ing (if so equipped)
Bulb(s) burned out.
Faulty light switch.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Blown fuse.

Battery will not charge

Replace
blade.deck.
Tighten blade bolt.
Level mower
• Clean underside of mower housing.
• Replace blade mandrel.
• Clean around mandrels to open
vent holes.

Bad battery cell(s).
Poor cable connections.
Faulty regulator (if so
equipped).
Fault',,alternator.

i•

Shift to slower speed.
Allow grass to dry before mowing.
Level mower deck.
Check tires for proper air pressure.
Replace/sharpen blade. "lighten
blade bolt.
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 widng andconnections.
• Replace fuse.
• Replace battery.
• Check/clean all connections.
• Replace regulator,
• Replace alternator.

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Loss of drive

Engine =backfires"
when turning engine
"OFF"

CHART
CAUSE

CORRECTION

• Freewheel control in "disengaged" position.
• Motion drive belt worn, damaged or broken.
• Air trapped in transmission
during shipment
or servicing

• Place freewheel control in =engaged" position
• Replace motion drive belt.

• Engine throttle control not set
at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine

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

• Purge transmission,

TRACTOR

MODEL NUMBER 917.270822

SCHEMATIC

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BATTERY

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SOLENOID

CLUTCH / BRAKE
W_ITiE

(PEDAL UP)

_IF
BL_CK

IGNITION
UNIT

CHAR(_NG
SYSTEM OUTPUT
3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

OR_G_

UGHTING

_YSTEM

O(JTpUT

SAMpAC
@_X30
RPM

SPARK
PLUG

OG_

(2 PLUGS ON
TWIN CYL ENGINES)
28 VOLTS AC MIN. O _
RPM
(CHA.qGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

DIODE

NOTE

IGNITION

SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT
OFF
RUN/LIGHT

G+M+L
B +L

RUN

B+L

START

B+L+S

"MAKE"

NONE
A+Y
NONE
NONE

YOUR TRACTOR IS
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED. AT IDLETHE LIGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS
SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
NOTE: IF WIR(NG INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.270822

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2
8
10
11
12
16
19
20
21
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25
26
27
28
29
30
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32.
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163465
74760412
7603J
145211
150109
145769
153664
STD551125
73350400
166182
4152J
4799J
146148
166180
73510400
14,5491
121305X
14(_01
124211X
141226
109310X
166145
71110408
131563
145673
73640400
121433X
141940
17490508
166658

DESCRIPTION
Battery
Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4
Tray, Battery
Bolt,Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2
HolddownBatteryFront Mount
Nut, Push NylonBatteryFront 1/4
Switch InterlockPush-In
Washer, Lock 1/4
Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20
Harness, LightSocket (w/4152J)
Ught Bulb
Cable, Battery
Cable, Battery
Fuse
NUtKeps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Cable, Ground
Switch, Seat
Switch, Ignition 4 Posi1_on
Nut, Ignition
Cover, Ignition Switch
Key, Molded, Craftsman
Harness, Ignition
• BoltBIkFinHex
1/4-20UNCx1/2
Cover,Terminal
Solenoid
Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC
AmmeterRectangular6 Amp
ProtectionWire Loop (HourMeter)
Sc_ewThdrol 5/16-18xl/2
HarnessEngineB&S

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 Inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

917.270822

53
31

37
20

13_.

3
74

38_

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.270822

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

166819
14O356
17490612
19131216
155272
161917X013
STD533710
155927
145660
169118
17490608
144983X558
126938X
156437
124028X
19131312
STD541437
145198X558
1&5217X699
151287X558
139976
1749050
139886
139887
73800400
19091416
145201
161464
145202
74780412
140547
1104,36)(
STD535707
154798
STD54t437
158418
165867
154966
154L'K)7
156524

Chassis
Drawbar
Screw, Thd,, Roll 3/8-t6 x 3/4 Type'IT
Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Bumper Hood Dash
Dash
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x 1
Panel, Dash, LH
Clip 33nnermanGrilleP/L
Panel, Dash, RH
Screw Thdml 3/8-16 x 1/2
Hood Assembly
BumperHood
Plate Battery/FuelTank Fr
Bushing Snap Nyl BIkFuel Une
Washer 13/82 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge
Locknut,Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC
Gillie,MS-558
Lens, Grille
FanderiFootrest
Bracket, Fendar/Suppert
Screw,Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT
Pivot BracketAssembly, LH, Mower, Rear
PivotBrasketAssembly, RH, Mower, Rear
Nut Lockw/fosert 1/4-20 Unc
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
BracketGriUePickoff Lh
Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8
BracketGdlle PickoffRh
Bolt Fin He)( 1/4-20 x .75 Unc
Air Duct P/L B&S Opp Twin
Bushing,Snap, Split
BoltRdhd Sqnk3/8-16 UNC x 3/4
DashLowerSTLT
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Bracket Suspension Front
Plate Reinforcement STLT
Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Footrest STLT
Rod Pivot Chassis!Hood

1
2
3
4
5
9
10
11
12
13
14
17
18
20
23
25
26
28
29
30
31
37
38
39
51
52
53
54
55
57
58
59
60
64
74
140
142
143
144
145

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.270822

GROUND DRIVE

116

103

52
22

27
84
55

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,270822
GROUND DRIVE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
8
10
14
16

142431
143995
165866
STD561210
10040400
S'FETo41431

$3"D523710

ST[To41437

21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
32
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42

130564
145627
733506(X)
106888X
STD55t037
STE_6t210
145204
124236)(
130807
74760512
155071
120183)(
19_211616
1572H
131494
_727
4470J
165838
19131312

47
48
49
50
51
52
53
55
56
57
59
61

127783
154407
123205X"
_715
_1437
STD541431
105710)(
105709X
STD523712
140994
140312
17490612

62
63
64
65
66
•70
71

8883R
140186
71170764
STD551143
t54778
134683
140158

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

Transasie(Bee Breakdown)
Hydro Gr 319-0650
Spring, Return, Brake
Pulley,Trensaxle
Rod Shift Fender Adiust
PinCotter 1/8xlCAD
Washer Lock HW I-lel_caJ
NutLockHexW/Ins. 5/t6-18
Uric
BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 Uns x 1
Gf. 5
NutLockHexW/Wsh 3/8-16
Unc
Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13
Rod, Brake Hydro
Nut, He:
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