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Owner's Manual

(RAFTXM;IN°

20.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270860

• Safety

•Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules

and Instructions before operat-

ing this equipment.

For answers toyour questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pro, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 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 ....................................... •

Service and Adjustments.................... ;

Storage ............................................... '

Troubleshooting ................................. •

Repair Parts ........................................

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cov

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 ir

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 used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATrERY

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 th

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 Craftsma_

riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service wil

still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge wi

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 m_

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.

• 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

2 guard in place.

• Slow down beforeturning.

•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.

• S.top 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.

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 ob-

stactes.

•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 aslope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, 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 cliffor 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

puttingyour 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, _ook behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry chBdren.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.

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• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to coot 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 subjec_

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.

•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.

Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!H BECOMEAWARE!!!YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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.

• Before and when backing, look behinC

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. Tall grass can hide obsta-

cles.

•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. I1

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

gradually downhill, if possible.

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

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE:

3.5 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F)

_PI-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

)ILCAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.0PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RJ19LM OR J19LM

VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST:.007"-.009"

GROUND FORWARD: 5.5

SPEED (MPH): REVERSE: 2.4

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BA'FrERY

SYSTEM: 5AMPS HEADLIGHT

BA'I-I'ERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible depend-

ability 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".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is

available on this product. Contact your

nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless

the er_gine's exhaust system is equipped

with aspark arrester meeting applicable

local or state laws (if any). If aspark

arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the opera-

tor.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other States may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Department (See

REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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Parts Bag contents shown full size

Locknut 5/16-18

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Washer

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

©

_#10x5/8

3/16(2)_4as_r_auge@

(2) Lock Washers #10

(2) Weld Nuts #10

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Seat

I

Parts packed separately in carton

Mulcher

Plate

Video

Cassette

Steedng

Boot

Steering

Wheel

Manual

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

I

Parts Bag

_ "_" i II

Slope Sheet

(2) Latch Hook

Assemblies

Steering

Extension

Shaft

_Steedng

Wheel

Insert

Steering Wheel

Adapter

(2) Keys

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left

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

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

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. 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 (1) Pliers

(2) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) _re pressure gauge

(1) Phillips screwdriver

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).

TO REMOVETRACTOR 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.

•Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFF

SKID

AI-FACH 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: _ghten 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.

_] /---_ Steering

(,_,_ Wheel Insert

_---'_ Hex Bolt

Lock Washer

f/-_._----"_ Large Flat

Washer

Steering Wheel Steering Boot

Extension

Shaft

5/16 Locknut_5/16 Hex Bolt

Lower Steering _-_-'j, _ _ i"

Shaft _, •_.._./.--_' T.ab

,"'-. / ,_ Slots

•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

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BA'n'ERY

• Uft 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 6-10 amps. (See "BAI-rERY"

in Maintenance section of this manual

for charging instructions).

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- .-" -Label

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

Shoulder

Bolt

Flat Washer

Adjustment

Knob

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift |ever to its highest

position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmission

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Opera-

tion section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid. 9

•Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRWE TRACTOR OFF SKID

_1_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-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-

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 tifflever 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 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.

/IL 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.

Hook

Weld Nut Points

Lock

Washer

Weld Nut Latch

Hook

Latch

Washer

Plate '_/Screw

Washer Nut

Shield

Latch Hooks

TO CONVERTTO 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 de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

fiated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"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 section of this

manual.

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CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section ofthis manual. Verifythat the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor,check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See _TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

t/CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/" No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).

/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly

leveled side-to-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.

4' Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

,/Before driving tractor, be sure fTee-

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATrENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

/Engine oil is at proper level.

/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

,/It is important to purge the transmis-

sion before operating your tractor for

the first time. Follow proper starting

and transmission purging instructions

(See =3"0 START ENGINE" and

=PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

& ÷

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

E.G,.EO._I_ENO,.EOFFIxIO,LPRESSO.E_wLIG_SO._]O%+_+@

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

A'UI'ACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

A'i-I'ACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(AutomatlcModelsonly)

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KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Attachment

Clutch Lever Ignition

Ammeter

Switch

Lever

Plunger

Throttle

Clutch/

Brake

L_ Lever

Height

Adjustment

Knob

Free Wheel Ig Brake Lever

Motion

Control

Lever

Ourtractomcon_rm tothes_e_standa_softhe American N_ionalStanda_s

In_ff_e.

AMMETER -Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

A'n'ACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER -Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise; lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB -Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly

towing the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting

and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to

release attachment lift lever when

changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

THROTTLE CONTROL -Used to control

engine speed,

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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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET 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 pres-

sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in "BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure. Attachment Clutch Lever

Choke "Engaged" Position

Control_ _ "Disengaged"

X_k,._k,..J-_,_'_'("_'_ Position

T W! Parking

ControF-_ '\ "_ \ ,._\\_ Brake

-.-__, _', \ "_/I "Engaged"

Clutch/ "_._ ____ -Ll"....--s"Position .

Brake_

"_Height "i--_. Motion

"Dis .e.nga.ged".._"._,,_ _,__._, Control

Position Knob "Brake" Lever

STOPPING Position

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 positionl

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

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.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THRO'I-FLE 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 USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, p011knob

out. Slowly push knob in to disen-

gage..

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK-

WARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

•Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

•Release parking brake and.clutch/

brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER cUTrlNG

HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by

turning the height adjustment knob in

desired direction.

•Turn knob clockwise ((-N) to raise

cutting height.

•Turn knob counterclockwise (P-_)to

lower cutting height.

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The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being

mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best 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

fiat level surface.

•Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See 'TO ADJUST MOWER CU'FI'ING

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.

Locknut_.---_ _ _,_

Gauge _-_ "_l_

Wheel -%_._ A_ _lr_,_X_

Mounting _ _ '"_i"_-_J

Bracket_ _ _ f

3/8 Washer -_"'_ f:_ yShoulder

Gauge Wheel''"-- ,,_v-_- 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 - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

ACAUTION: DO not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

Attachment Clutch Lever _Engaged"

Position Lift

Lever High

Position

"-Low

Position

Position

Guard

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TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope.

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

•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 freewheel-

ing position. Free wheel control is

located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

•Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

• Pullfreewheelcontrolout 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

A'n'ACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Too hea W of aload, while on a slope, is

dangerous. 13res can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE

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 neces-

sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the 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, regula

unleaded gasoline with aminimum 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 fresh-

ness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use

fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to

help insure good cold weather starting.

_i, WARNING: Experience indicates tha

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which _eads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engim

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 fue

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 gaso{ine near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine fer 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 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.

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• Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to =START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If 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.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

below)

• When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control 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.

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION 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

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: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32

F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need

to be adjusted for best engine perfor-

mance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURE-

TOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, 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 shippingof 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

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 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

_osition and hold for five (5) seconds.

epeat 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 'I"O TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

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• Sitting in the traotor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to half (1/2) speed. W'dh

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 now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

•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 distril_u-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings wilt

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand tums 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 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

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 I_rovidenutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is 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 glass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certaintypas 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 perpen-

dicular 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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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _-,/_ ._o_ ._JP_'_ __/_,y

Check Brake OperaUon _Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

TInterlock Systems

R Check for Loose Fasteners

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

TLubrice_on Chart

0 Chec_ Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxla Cooltng

Adjust Blade Bait(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Beti(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil

EClean Air Filter

NClean Air Screen

GI Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (if equipped)

NClean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when opef_tlrlg under a hea WJo_d or irl high ambient temperature. 5-If equipped _adjustable sy=dem,

2-Service more often when _in dirty or dusty conditions. 6 - NOt required if equipped with ff_intet_ance-free battery,

3 - If aquipp_d wRh og fleer, change OII avery 50 hours. 7 - _ghten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft,-Ibs, ma_dmum.

4 - RepLace ble<ine more often when mo_ng in =_ndy soil. DO not overtighten.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain tractor as

instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

•Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and

help your engine run better and last

longer.

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

Zerk Zerk

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OFront Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

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Zerk

(_Seneral Purpose Grease

_)Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricatin_ bearings. If you feel

they must be lubncated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRAC1OR

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 "TO 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. "Fire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement 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 assem-

bly, center hole in blade must align with

star on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, _ock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 he_

treated.

T,o_ "g =,_.... _.. Mandrel Assembl_

...... Center

_ H;le _

Lock Washe_'__ _.Star

_----Hex Bolt (Grade L_

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be ident'die_

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen

ing 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 on the

mower.

• To check blade balance, you will neec

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 not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hol_

the bolt or pin parallel with the grounc

If blade is balanced, it should remain

in a horizontal position. If either end (

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8" B_.

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BA'B'ERY

Your tractor has a battery charging

system which is sufficient for normal use

However, periodic charging of the batter

with an automotive charger will extend

its life.

ieep battery and terminals clean.

Keep battery bolts tight.

Keep small vent holes open.

19 " 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,

Remove terminal guard.

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

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 adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin 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 transmis-

sion 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 a=ror high pressure

sprayer to clean coohng 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.

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 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 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.

Oil Fill

Dipstsick

Oil Drain

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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

stubborn dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOUNG 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 'TO REMOVE HOOD AND

GRILLASSEMBLY" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

Clean These Areas of Dirt and Debris

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 knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• 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 dirtyor damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

fiat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

•Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover

and secure with knobs.

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.

Foam Pre-Cleane_idg e

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler

and spark arrester (if equipped) as it

could create a fire hazard and/or

damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every I00

hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

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 clamps are properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

C':u_PFi_ Clamp

CLEANING

Clean en_]ine, battery seat, finish, etc.

iof 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 short-

ened engine life.

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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 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.

•Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

•Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

•Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspens0on 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-

tot.

Small Retainer Spring

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring onto square hole in

frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

•Raise attachment lift lever to its high-

est 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.

- SquareHole

Pulley

Unk

Anti-Sway

Collar Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Housing Large Retainer Bracket

Spring

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section ofthis

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly

adjust 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

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten _ift

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

mowe_ r°und

Suspension

Lift Unk Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACKADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

side. If the following front-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to

adjust both front links equally so mower

will stay level 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

•Before making any necessary adjust-

merits, 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 o

turns.

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

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" Iowc

at front than rear, tighten nut "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

,Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut "E"

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE

DRIVE BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor

on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

•Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

•Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

•Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

•Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

•Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel

Pulley Idler

Iley

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

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

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. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Jam Nut

Operating

Arm

Do not touch this nut. If further brake

adjustment is necessary contact your

nearest authodzed service center/department

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

remove downward from around

engine pulley.

•Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine Pulley-- _:_

Clutchingldler/ _1'

Input Pulley _ _ A

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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL 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 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

•Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

•Start engine and test.

•If tractor still creeps, repeat abov e

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Neutral Lock Gate

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

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 fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Adjustment Bolt

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" inthe

Operation section of this manual.

Retaining Ring

Washer

Axle

Cover

Square Key -_

(Rear Wheel Only)

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TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases: Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

'BATTERY' in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emer-

gency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO A-I-IACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care notto 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

ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

=Positive" (+) "Negative" (-)

REPLACING BATTERY

_lb 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.

•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.

•Ralnstall terminal guard.

•First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut 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 Bolt

(Red)

Cable

Negative (Black',

Guard Cable

TO REPLACE HEADUGHT 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, Ol

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.

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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 procedure.

ENGINE

Maintenance, 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 establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROI"rLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at

the factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable,

If adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

• Check that swivel is against stop. If it is

not, loosen cable clamp screw and

pull cable back until swivel is against

stop. Tighten cable clamp screw

securely.

Clamp ,_w ....._vel _._

Cable

Governed Idle Spring Stop

(Red or White)

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.

• Loosen knob and remove cover

assembly from air cleaner.

• 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.

• Replace air cleaner cover assembly

and tighten knob.

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. Turning the mixture screw out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the

need[as and the seats in the carburetor

may result if screw is turned in too tight.

PREUMINARY SE]-I'ING -

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 fin-

ger tight and then turn out (counter-

clockwise) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns.

FINAL SETI'ING -

•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 1300 to 1500 RPM.

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•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 1200 RPM, if

the governed idle spring is red, or 900

RPM, if the governed idle spring is

white. 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 neces-

sary, 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

adjusting, contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Closed

Screw

Throttle

O

Clamp

Screw

Idle Speed

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Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_. CAUTION: Never store the tractor

w=thgasoline in the tank inside a

building where fumes may reach an

open flame or spark. Allow the engine to

cool before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a penod of time, 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 Mainte-

nance 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 pedods of

storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned

thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BA'I-rERY

AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected 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

puUmdeposits from forming in essential

el system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter,fuel hose, or tank dudng storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moistu_

which leads to separation and formatio=

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 untilthe

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 o,

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

stori_ge container. Always follow the mi_

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tanF

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer,

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replac,

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 seaso_

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can ff your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems..

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from

dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture, Do not use plastic, Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still

warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn

over

Engine clicks but will

not start

CAUSE

• Out offuel.

•Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

• 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

adjustment.

•Dirty air filter.

•Bad spark plug.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirtyfuel.

• Loose or damaged

wiring.

•Carburetor out of

adjustment.

•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.

•Fill fuel tank.

•See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

•Wait several minutes

before attempting 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 '3"0Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized

service center/department.

•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 Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized

service center/department.

•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/department.

•Recharge or replace

battery.

•Clean battery terminals.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine clicks but will • Check all wiring.

not-start (Cont'd) • Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

Engine continues

to run when operator

leaves seat with

attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

•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.

•Faulty spark plug.

•Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

•Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.

•Dirty engine air screen/

I" fiDnS4/cloggedmuffler.

•Loose or damaged

wiring.

•Carburetor out of

adjustment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

•Worn, bent or loose

blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

•Loose/damaged part(s).

•Faulty operator-safety

presence control

system.

•Worn, bent or loose

blade.

•Mower deck not level

• Buildup ofgrass,

leaves, andtrash

under mower.

•Bent blade mandrel•

• Clogged mower deck

ventholas from buildup

•of grass, leaves, and

trash around mandrels.

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•Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

•Adjust throttle control.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Clean/replace air filter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

•Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refilltank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

•Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

•Clean engine air screen/fins.

•Clean/replace muffler.

•Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section,

•Contact an authorized

servic ecenter/department

• Replace blade. "lighten

blade bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

•Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact an authorized

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.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Mower blades will not • Obstruction in clutch

rotate mechanism.

CORRECTION

•Remove obstruction.

•Worn/damaged mower • Replace mower drive belt.

drive belt.

•Frozen idler pulley, •Replace idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel. •Replace blade mandrel,

Poor grass discharge •Engine speed too slow.

Headlight(e) not

working (if so

equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of Drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

•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.

•Switch is =OFF".

•Bulb(s) burned out.

•Faulty light switch.

•Loose or damaged

wiring.

• Blown fuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

•Poor cable connections.

•Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

•Faulty alternator.

•Freewheel control in

=disengaged" position.

•Motion drive belt worn,

damaged or broken.

•Air trapped in transmiss-

ion during shipment or

servicing.

•Engine throttle control

not set at "SLOW"

positionfor 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

•Place throttle control in

=FAST"position.

•Shift to slower speed.

•Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

•Level mower deck.

•Check tires for proper air

pressure.

•Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten 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 wiring and connec

tions.

•Replace fuse.

•Replace battery.

•Check/clean all connec

tions.

•Replace regulator.

•Replace alternator.

I

•Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

•Replace motion drive belt.

• Purge transmission.

Move throttle controlto

=SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

I°

J (OPTIONAL) wHiTe

I I _IGNITION

IGNmON SWITCH

BLACK

IJ

O_O '_ _

FUSE'_5AMP. STARTER

I ,i- ----'_"- ..... I Bt_

_.....,

SOLENOID

8_OK

eL_K (CLUTCH OFF)

(OPTIONAL) (_

K_K tGNmON

UNIT

ORf_E

SEATSWWCH

(NOTOCCUPIED)

t

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

•SPARK "_

I_PLUG L

GAP

[-"-_{2 PLUGS ON -

TWIN CYI_ ENGINES)

CHAROING _pt',J_R_M OUT PUT _VOLTS AO MIN, O3_00 RpM

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BAI-FERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELEC31:UCALSOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE UGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACEDTO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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ELECTRICAL

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1163465 Battery

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

8 7603J Tray,Battery

10 145211 Bolt,BtrFront 1/4-20x7-1/2

11 150109 Ho(ddownBatteryFront Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push NylonBattery Front 1/4

16 153664 Switc_ InterlockPush-In

19 S'rD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4

20 73350400 NUt, Hex, Jam 1/4-20

21 166182 Harness, LightSocket(w/4152J)

22 4152J Light Bulb

24 4799J Cable, Battery

25 146148 Cable, Battery

26 166180 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Kel_ He)( 1/4-20 Unc

28 145491 Cable,Ground

29 121305X Switch,Seat

30 140301 Switch,Ignition4 Position

31 124211X Nut, Ignition

32 141226 Cover, IgnitionSwitch

33 109310X Key,Molded,Cra_tsman

40 16_o96 Harness,Ignition

41 71110408 Bolt_,lkFin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2

42 131563 Cover,Terminal

43 168327 Solenoid

44 73640400 Nut Keps BIk He)( 1/4-20 UNC

45 121433X AmmeterRectangular6 Amp

52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop (HourMeter)

55 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18xl/2

70 166658 Harness EngineB&S

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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12

14

31

53

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 166816

2 140356

3 17060612

4 S'1_551025

5 155272

9 165454)_313

10 _710

11 155_7

12 145660

13 169118

14 17490608

17 144983X558

18 126e_SX

20 156437

23 124028X

25 19131312

26 S'TD541437

28 156725X558

29 155217X599

30 151267X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 139886

39 139887

51 7380040O

52 19091416

53 1452O1

54 161464

55 14,._r,.o0_

57 STD552507

58 140547

60 72140606

64 154798

74 STD541437

140 158418

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

NOTE:

Dmwbar

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

BumperHood/Dash

Dash, Silkscrsened

Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16x 1

Panel, Dash, LH

Ct_pTmnsrmanGrilleP/t.

Panel, Dash, RH •

Screw,Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1/2 Type "IF

Hood Assem'oty

Bomber Hood

Plate Mtg Battery FuelTank

Bushing,Snap, Nylon,Fuel Line

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Locknut,Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC

Grille/LensAsm

Lens, Grille

Fer,.der/Footrast

Bracket,Fender/Support

Borew, Thdrol. 5/16-18 x1/2 TYT

P'_otBracket Assembty, L.H,Mower, Rear

Pivot Bracket Assembly, RH, Mower, Rear

Nut LockW/Insert 1/4 -26 UNC

• Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X16 Ga.

BracketGdlle Pickoff LH

Screw,Hex Wshd #6-16x7/8

BracketGrillePickoff RH

BoltFinHex 1/4 °20 UNC X.75

AirDuctP/L 18HP B&S0pp. T',,An

BoltRdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

DashLewerSTLT

NutCrowniock3/8-16 UNC

Bracket SuspensionFront

PlateReinforcementSTLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Bracket FootrestSTLT

Rod PivotChassis/Hood

All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1ioch = 25.4 rnm

37

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GROUND DRIVE

77

52 27

22 84 55

105

38

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

GROUND DRIVE

K]EY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ...... Transaxle(See Breakdown) 66 154778

HydroGr 319-0650 70 134683

2 142431 Spring, Return,Brake 71 140158

3 143995 Pulley,Transaxle 72 19132012

8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 73 156347

10 STD561210 PinCetter 1/8xl CAD 74 121199X

14 10040400 WasherLcokHvyHelical 75 121749X

16 _1431 Nut LockHex W/ins. 5/16-18 76 S'[0581075

Unc 77 123583X

18 STD523710 BoltFinHex 3/6-16Uncxl 78 121748X

Gr. 5 81 165591

19 _1437 Nut LockHex WhNsh 3/8-16 82 "165711

Unc 83 19171216

21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 84 165815

22 145627 Rod, Brake Hydro 89 164890X428

24 73350600 Nut, HexJam 3/8-16Unc 90 124346X

25 106888X Spring,Brake Rod 93 142564

26 STD551037 Washer 94 140462

27 STO561210 PinCotter 1i8x3/4CAD. g5 167696

28 145204 ROd,ParkingBrake 96 4497H

29 124236X Cap, ParkingBrake 97 140469

30 130807 Bracket,Transaxle

32 74760512 BoltHexHd 5/16.18Uncx3/4 96 73510600

34 155071 Shaft, FootPedal 102 14"_322

35 120183X Bearing,Nylon 103 73940800

36 19211616 Washer 104 140156

37 1572t-I Pin, Roll 105 71070516

38 131494 Pulley, Idler,Flat 116 7211C610

39 STD523727 Bolt 145 7449(3540

40 4470J Spacer, Split 146 74490536

41 165838 Keeper, Belt Idler 147 7449(To24

42 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16x12Ga. 150 165850

47 127783 Pulley, Idler,V-Groove 151 19133210

48 154407 BellcrankClutch Gmd Dr'/STL 156 166002

49 123205X Retainer,Belt 157 153236

50 _715 Bolt 158 165589

51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/6-16UNC 159 165494

52 STD541431 NUt, Crownlock 5/16.18 Unc 160 19_92016

53 105710)( Link, Clutch 161 72140406

55 105709X Spdng, Return,Clutch 162 73680400

56 STD523712 BoitHex 3/8-16x1-1/4 163 74780416

57 140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive 164 19091010

59 140312 Keeper, Center'Span 165 165623

61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 166 166880

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 168 16549_

63 140186 PuLley,Engine 169 165580

64 164975 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5

65 $1_551143 Washer NOTE:

KeeperBettEngineHydro

Guide Be_RH Engine

Strap TorqueI.h Hydro18/20"T

Washer 13/32 x 1.1/4 x 12 Ga.

StrapTorque Rh Hydro 0650

Spacer, Split

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4x 16Ga.

E-Fling

Key,Square

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 C-=a.

ShaftAsm Cross Tapered 650 2q

Spring Torsion

Washer 17/32x3/4x 16Ga.

LinkTransaxle 0650 LT/Y'F/STL

Console, Shift

Nut Self.ThdWsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

Line Fuel Hydro 4"

Fan, Hydro 7"

Control BypassHydro

RetainerSpdng1"Zinc!Cad

Keeper BoltRh Hydro 0750.

18/20"

Net Keps Hex 3/8-16Unc

Washer Bellvitle .501D x 1.50D

Net Has JamToplock 1/4-20 Ur_

Arm,Control Hydro

Screw Cap Hex 5/16 x 18 x 1

Bolt Can'. 3/8-16 x 1.25

Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16.18 x 2-1/4

BoltHex Flghd 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

BushingBell.crankGrd Odve

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted5/161D x 1.125

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18 Unc -2A

Bracket ShiftMount

HubTapperedRange ShiftLt

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.

NutCrownlockl/4-20 Uric

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Uncx 1 Gr.

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

BoltShoulder5/16-19 x .561

Plate FasteningLt

Allcomponentdimensions giveninU.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

39

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STEERINGASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 156483

4 157473

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272015

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 156438

11 STD551137

13 154779

15 _1000

17 156546

18 57079

19 161]_95

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155O99

37 15292"/

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232)(

47 6855M

51 7380(_00

54 74780520

6_ 16-/902

63 74780616

65 15478Q

66 1544O4

67 74781044

68 154429

79 19132012

8O 74950612

SteedngWheel

FrontAxk3Aseem_y

SpindleAssembly,LH.

SpindleAssembly,R.H.

Bearing,Race, Thrust,Hardened

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

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x16 Gauge

Ring,Klip

BeEu'i.ng,.st_ng CoLumn

Link,Drag

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Bearing, FrontAxle

NUt, Lock,Flange 5/8-11 UNC

ShaftAssembly,Steering

Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Support,Shaft

Screw hexWshhdTorx

PittmanShaft Assembly

Bracket, Steering

Bushing,Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Pin

Rod,Tte

Bushing,Steering

Soraw"t-t"#t0-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

Insert,Steering Wheel

Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

GripcoNut

Adaptor,SteeringWheel

Boot,Steering Dash PiL Mtl BIk

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

ExtensionSteeringNon-Adjust

Cap, Spindle

Fitting,Grease

NUtLockHx W_ 5/16-18 UNC

BoltFinHex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

WJt,Steering Assembly, Service

Belt Fin Hex 3/8-16 uric.x 1 Gr. 5

SpacerAx_

Bearing ArmPittman

Belt FinHex 5/8-1 lunc x 2-3/4

Brace Axle

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

Bolt Hex Nylon3/8-16 x 3/4

NOTE: All componentdim.ensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

41

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

14

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13 0

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39

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Spark Arrester

i

L

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42

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 162152

217720410

3

4149723

5144O69

6 144O68

7 138129

8 150176

10 145552

11 STD551125

12 STD522507

13 165287

14 13280336

15 1_

16 _1237

17 17490624

23 159e80

25 145996

26 739206OO

27 1529L>7

29 137180

31 157103

32 1616_6

33 123487X

34 106062X

35 1706_512

37 8543R

38

39 10_o7X

81 128861

NOTE:

ControlThrot Paddle 32 22

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

Engine(See Breakdown)BriggsModel No. 461707-0145-E1

MufflerExhaust

ExhaustAsm. L.elt "

ExhaustAsm. Right

ClampTubeDoubleEngine

Bolt5/16 -18 UNC X 3/4 WiSems

Heat Shieldt.t

Washer Lock Hvy, Helical 1/4

Bolt FinHex 1/4-20 x 3/4

Gasket Muffler

NipplePipe 4-1/2"

ElbowStd 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock ExtTooth3/8

ScrewTl_drot3/8-16xl -1/2 Tytt

ShieldBrowning,_DebrisGuard

Cor_ol Choke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

Screw"1-1"#10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

ArrestorSpark

Tank Fuel 3 50 Rear

Cap FuelGuage STLT

ClampHose BIk

Spacer Pad

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

LineFuel

PlugOil Drain (See EngineBreakdown

Pad Idler 1,75 x .75 x .06

Nut, Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S, inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

43

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

K]EY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Seat34,50BIk_k Craftsman 13 121248X

Bracket Pnt PivotSeat (blk) 14 72060412

BoltFin Hex 3/8-16uncX 1 15 134300

Washer 13/32X 3/4 X 10Ga 16 12125QX

ClipPushInHinged 17 123971_

Nut Hex Lockw/Ins 3/8-16 Uric 21 153236

SpringSeat Cprsn2 250 BIk Zi 22 $3"ITo41431

Screw 3,.'8-16X1-1/2 24 19171912

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14Ga 25 127018X

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

I<zx_Seat

BracketPntMountingSwitch

1 140123

2 140551

3 74760616

4 19131610

5145OO6

6_1437

7 124181X

8 17060616

9 19131614

!0 155925

11 166369

12 121246)(

DESCRIPTION

BushingSnap BIk Ny150 Id

BoltRdhdShtNk 1/4-20xl -1/2

SpacerSprit28 X g6 Zinc

SprklgCprsnI 2-/Blk Pnt

NutLock 1/4 LgeFigGr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lockw/Ins5/16-t8

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

BoltShoulder5]16-18 X 62

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

44

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

23

741

11 2

9

KL=Y PART

NO. NO.

1 156439

2 163205

3 163200

4 163202

6 133644

7 169637

9 163204

11 156811

13 146046

14

15

2O

DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO.

Decal FenderDanger Sears 14 166_'_7

OecaJFend AutoSears Gold 15 1603_6

Decal Hood Rh _19 138047

Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 20 166887

Decal MalntCustomer 22 14_516

Sears Don] - -16_10

Decal _rne_ Srs - - 138311

Decal FenderCraftsmanGold - - 154515

DecalFanderSTLTH Oper -- 154516

Inst EiS -. 169907

Decal V-belt Dr Sch TraotorE -- 169908

14

13

DESCRIPTION

Decal Dash Panel

Decal MowerDriveSchematic

Decal, BatteryDiehard Sears

Decal DeckMower EZ3

Decal Battery

Decal By Pass Lt Hydro

Decal LiftHandte

Pad FootrestLh STLT •

Pad FootrestRh STLT

Manual,Owner's (Englbh)

Manual,Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

11

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap,"13m

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106222)( Tire,Front ,

4 59904 Tube, Fn_nt'_m

_lnotProvided, Service Item

ly)

5 106732X427 Rim,Front

6 2-/8H Fitting, Grease (FrontWheel

Onty)

72O40H Bearing,Range (FrontWheel

Only)

8 106108)(427 Rim, Rear

9 1_o(_2X Tire, Rear

10 71523 Tube, P,car_re

(Not Provided,Service Item

Only)

11 104757X Cap, Axle

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

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

45

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

27

25 24

38

13

41 iI •

! s

13

5

6

13

32 19

32

49

30

3

2O

7

65

4

46

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LIFTASSEMBLY

PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lift Lever InnerWire Asm.

2159471 ShaftAsm. Lift

3 1G5767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 ERing

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

6 120183X BearingNyleng

7 125631X Gdp Handle Ruted,

8 122365X ButtonPlunger Read

11 139865 LinkAsm Uft L.H.

12 139866 Link Asm LiftR.H.

13 _4008 RetainerSpring

15 127218 LinkFront

16 7'33.50800 Nut Jam Hex t/2-13 Uno

17 130171 TrunnionBIkZinc

16 _Nut LockW/Wsh 1/2-13 Uric

19 139868 ArmSuspensionMower

20 163552 RetainerSpdng

23 110807X Nut, Special

24 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

25 2876H Spnng

26 76020308 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

27 126971X Rod,AdjustLife

28 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC

29 138057 Knob, infiniteHeight Admustment

30 1,50"233 Trunnion,Inf.Height

31 1403(_ Bearing,Pvt. Lift.Spherical

32 73540600 Nut Crownleck3/8-24

36 155097 Pointer HeightIndicator

37 123935X Plug Hole BIk 1.485/1.515 Dia

38 17490512 Screw Thdrol 5/16-1B x 3/4

40 19112410 Washer 11/82 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga

41 155098 IndicatorHeight Stlt

49 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

50 110452X Nut, Push Phos. &-Oil

NOTE; ANcomponentdimensk)nsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

47

MOWERDECK

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+m' ._C./ _" 40

36

153 1_4 159 "--.,_

>21

21 22

3 24

25

27

48

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

KEY PART

NO. NO.

I 165892

2 S'FD533107

3 138017

4 16548O

5 STD624006

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

1! 134149

12 1298_5

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

16 140329

18 72140505

19 132827

20 159770

21 STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713)<

26 110452X

27 130968

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34 STD533717

35 133835

36 1314,94

37 19131316

40 STD541437

44 14O068

45 STD624003

46 137729

48 133944

49 155066

50 131340

51 ST[To41410

52 13.9888

53 131845

54 133943

55 155046

56 165723

59 141043

67 149846

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

MowerHousing 68 144959

Belt 92 STD541437

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,

Front 101 136420

BrasketSway Bar 38/42" 102 71161010

RetainerSpdng 103 19061216

Arm, S,JSpeosic_,Rear 104 STD551110

Belt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 105 16079_

Washer, Lock 106 2029J

Washer, Hardened 111 155107

Blade,Mulching 112 155198

Beedng, Ball 113 17060512

ShaftAssembly,Mandrel, 114 73510500

Vented (Incl. Key Number6) 115 72110504

Housing,Mandrel,Vented 116 48981-1

Bearing,Ball,Mandrel 117 165746

stripper, Vented Mower Deck 118 7"3930600

Bolt, Carriage 5/16.-18x 5/8 119 19121414

Belt, Shoulder 121 143723

Baffle, Vortex 128 153390

Nut, Cmwnlock5/16-18UNC 129 19131312

Stiffener Bracket

Bracket, Deflector 130 S'T'D523710

Cap, Sleeve

Spring,Torsion,Deltector . 131 S'113533710

Nut, Push 142 165890

Shield, Deflector 143 157109

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 144 158634

Rod,Hinge 145 165888

ScrewThdrolRollingWshHd 146 165891

Washer, Spacer 147 131335

Pulley,Mandrel 148 169(P-2

Nut, Toplock,Flanged 149 165898

Bolt 150 19091216

Feelner,ChdstmssTree 151 169670

Pulley, Idler, Flat 152 169676

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 153 169674

Nut, Crownlock3/8-16 UNC 154 169675

Guard, Mandrel,L.H. 155 169671

Retainer 156 169672

Screw,Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 157 169669

Washer, Hardened 158 17720410

RollarAssembly,Cam Fctk_ver 159 _717

Belt, Shoulder#10-24 Grade 5

Locknut - - 130794

Bo4t,Shoulder5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly,Pad, Brake -- 169583

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, Tuv Idler (94)

Knob CustomOval

_Belt

Locknut,Hex W/Wsh 3/6-16

UNC

Cover Mulching42" Black

Screw Truss Hd Phil10-24 x5/8

Washer#10

Washer Lock

Latch Asm Bagger

Nut Weld

Bracket Gauge,Wheel LH

Bracket,Gauge,Wheel RH

SCrew 5/16-18 x 3/4

NUt,Hex Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Belt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Belt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

NUt,Crownlock 3/6-16

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ge.

Bracket

Washer Felt

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12

Ga.

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

Gr. 5

Bolt Rdh.dSqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 1

Arm SpdngBrake Mower

BracketArm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt42" ClutchCable

Pulley IdlerRat

Belt Carraige Idler

SpringExtension

spdng Retum Idler

Retainer SpdngYdlGw Zinc

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Clutch

Cabla Clutch42"

Washer fiat 3/8" Type B

SpringRetainer

SpdngRetentionLever

Spacer

Rod Clutch .

Screw Hex Thd CUt 1/4-20 x5/8

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Unc x 1-

3/4

MandrelAssembly(Includes

Key Numbers 6-16, 12-15, 31

and32)

Mower Deck,Complete (Std

deck-order separately muloher

plate componentskey nos, 101-

106)

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S.inchss

1 inch = 25.4 mm

49

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE ..MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

58

34 139

91

23

19

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18

26

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28

53

52

14

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35

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER319-0650

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPlr'ION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142960 Housing,Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060

2 142_1 Assembly,UpperHousing 44 150_9 DifferentialAssembly

3 142932 Seal, Up 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x1.5 x .13

4 1429_8 Ring,Wire Retaining 53 142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250

5 142933 Ring, Retaining 56 142963 Shaft, Input

6 142884 Bearing,Shaft Ball 58 142964 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.38

7 1429G5 Bearing,Cradle ._ 14_65 Pin .50D x .43 ID x .750

8 150771 Baaring, Thrust 30x52x13 62 142966 Arm,Control

9 142937 Swashplate,Variable 88 142967 Puck,Dampener

13 1429(38 Block,CylinderAssembly 64 142920 Bat Screw

14 1429G9 Ann,Trunnion 68 142969 Spdng

15 142940 Seal, Lip 69 144610 Stud 5/16-24

17 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971 JackshaftAssembly

18 150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806 Jackshaft

19 150773 Baadng, Thrust 42x68x16 88 142973 Screw,Cap

23 142944 Block,CylinderAssembly 89 142974 Washer 7/16 x 1x 1/2

24 142945 Seal, Lip 10x25x7 90 142975 SleeveBaaring

25 142946 Actuator, Bypass 91 142976 Seal, Wiper

26 150774 Center SectionAssembly Kit 92 142977 Spring, Block

27 142948 Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8 88 142978 Washer, BlockThrust

28 142949 Ring,Retaining 113 142917 Cap, VentAasembly -

29 142950 Washer 26 x 35 x 1 114 142916 Frtting,O-RingAssembly

30 150787 Plate, Bypass 119 142980 Spacer

34 1_1 Oil FilterElement 134 144607 Nut, Castle 5/16-24

35 142952 Ann, Bypass 135 144608 Pin, Cotter

36 142g53 Ring, Retaining 139 150775 Spring,Compression

37 142954 Arm,Actuating 140 150776 Not, Hex 5/16-24

38 142955 Pin, Actuating 900 150071 Trensaxle Complete

39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4

40 150778 Locknut,Hex 5/16-24 UNJC NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U,S. inches

41 142_68 Brake RotoriStatorWit 1 inch -- 25.4 mm

51

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0146-EI

1095 VALVE OVERHAUL

GASKET SET

12191 61SA_I

634

552A ;

552

4040

1019 LABEL KIT I

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1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I

m

_lr REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

52

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1

51 _304

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE.MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0146.E1

KEY PART K]EY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 4.98583

2 399265

3 91086

4 4933O4

5 214517

5A 214518

7 271867

7A 271868

8 495754

9 27803

10 94382

t0A 94380

11 280_5

27339O

13

15

16

19

2O

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

32

33

34

35

36

4O

41

42

46

46

47

48

50

51

51A

53

54

73

75

78

91

271188

271189

94565

94239

69O666

399264

291675

491180

222698

49918O

499181

4.99182

499183

499184

499285

4_186

499187

263129

498319

49832O

4.98314

496541

95017

39042O

494.553

691302

26828

2215_6

29226O

4.94.553

261368

214487

3_H15

4.98542

213290

271412

93970

932O8

691438

222511

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693483

CylinderAssembly 95 690718 Screw ('l'hrottleValve)

Bushing/SealWJt 97 693485 Shaft-Threttle

_r SeaJ_)it 98 2O7_ I_t-ldleSpeed

Sump-Engine 102 693509 • Gasket-CarburetorBody

Head-Cylinder#1 104 693506 •Pin-_Hinge

Head-Cylinder#2 105 692078 •Valve-FleatNeedle

GasketoCylinderHead #1 107 693482 BodyAsasmbly-Lower

Gasket-CylinderHead #2 108 6_3505 Valve-Choke

Breather,Assembly(Cylinder#1) 109 693498 Shaft-Choke

Gasket-Breather 1!7 693538 Jet-Main

Screw (BreatherAssemb/y) 69G500 Jet-Main(HighAltitude)

Screw (BreatherCover) 121 491539 CarburetorI_

Tube-Bmether 122 281411 Spacer

-k Gasket-Crankcase (.015"Thick, 125 _3479 Carburetcr

Std.) 130 693504 Valve-Throttle

_k Geaket-Crankcase(.005" Thick) 133 693512 Roar-Carburetor

.k Gasket-Crankcase (.009"Thick) 146 94196 Key-_ming

Screw (CylinderHead) 147 693508 Jet-Pilot

Plug40ilDrain 161 496599 Base-AirCleaner

Crankshaft 163 271411 tk C-_skst-Air_er

Bushing 177 271170 _r SeaJ-O-Ring

Seal-Oil 187 299146 Line-Fuel(Cutto Reduired

Flywheel Length)

Key-F'_ 197 95063 Screw (Back Plate)

PistonAssembly (Standard) 202 262683 Link-MechanicalGovernor

PistonAssembly (,010 =O.S.) 203 28(_97 Crank-Ball

PistonAssembly (.020" O.S.) 205 93971 Screw (BellCrank)

Piston Assembty(.030" O.S.) 209 262352 Sprig-Governor

RingSet, Piston(Standard) 2!1 261563 Swing-Governor

RingSet, Pistea (,010 "O.S.) 212 69_985 Link-Throttle

RingSet, Piston(,020 "O.S.) 215 224816 Guide-Air

Ring Set, Piston (,030 "O.S.) 219 394348 Ge,_-Govemor

Lock-PistonPin 220 222773 Washer-Thruet(GovernorGear)

Pin Assembly,Piston (Std.) 222 491282 Bracket-Control

Pin Assembly-Piston(.005" _7 491297 Lever-Governor

O.S.) 235 0o4995 Sh_d-Fu_ Spray

Rod-Connecting(Standard) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel

Rod-Connecting(.020 U.S.) 244 230318 Connector-Hose(PulseLine)

Screw (ConnectingRod) 258 _Screw(EngineSump)

Va,'ve-F_._aust (t_dude(e): 267 93897 Screw(cosk_OC_amp)

Keeper-valve(Ref. No. 42)) 278 94942 Washer (GovernorLever)

Valve-Intake 297 94289 Nut-Wing(AirFilterRetainer)

Spring-Valve(Intake) 304 691390 Housir_

Sp,nO-Vak_ (Exhaust) 3O5 69O960 Screw(Bower _)

Retainar-Valve(Exhaust) 306 222846 Shield-Cylinder

Retainer-Valve(E_aust) 306A 223734 Shield-Cylinder

Keaper-Vstve 307 94930 Screw (CylinderShield)

Tappet-Vah_ 309 497596 Moter-Starter

CamshaR 310 94003 Bolt (StarterMotor)

Slinger-Oit 311 497608 BrushSet

Short Block 332 230674 Nut(Flywheel)

Manifold-Intake 333 394891 _e-Magnelo

Gasketolntake 334 94731 Sclew (MagnetoArmature)

•_€ Gasket-Intake 337 802592 Plug-Spark

Screw (Carburetor) 356 4947_ Wire-Stop

Screw (IntakeMantfok_ 358 4,95868 Gasket Bat

Screen-Rotating 383 89838 Wrench-SparkPlug

Washer (Flywheel) 386 693490 •+ Gasket-Pump

Screw (FlywheelFan) 391 69_487 Body-Pump

Body Aasembly-Uppe_ 392 fl_G491 e+ Slmng-Pumpt:_aphragm

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TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.270860

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

404 223882 Washer (GovernorCrank) 822 693497 Washer-Seal ('f'hrottleShaft)

423 94674 Screw f,Air Cleaner Base) 847 495715 DipstickKubeAssem_y

425 94823 Screw (AirCleaner _851 493880 Terminal_3ab_e

432 6934_Z 0+ Cap-Spring 859 6g_188 I_- Diaphragm-FuelPump

433 693489 •+ Diaphragm-FuelPump 861 39_397 Kit-FuelPump

434 60349_ Cover-Diaphragm 865 224774 Cover-AirGuide

435 693494 Scow (Diaph.ragmCover) B65A 224775 Cover-A_Guide

441 222875 Bracket-OilFill 868 497656 Seal-Valve

445 394019 Filter-Air 868A 273312 Seal-Valve

447 93343 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 869 261463 Seat-Valve (Intake)

449 94882 Screw (Oil FillBracket) 870 262_4 Seat-Valve (Exhaust)

474 93474 Alternator 871 =361961 Bushing-Guide(Exhaust)

482 93621 Screw (Alternator) 231218 Bushing-Guide (Intake)

510 497606 Drive-Starter 877 393456 Wire-Alternator

513 39800_ Clutch-Drive 881 495901 Rate-Cover

523 494947 Dipstick 918 3_815 Hose-Vacuum(Cylinder-To-Ira-

525 495348 Tut_=-oilFill pulsePump)(Cutto Required

527 223167 Clamp-Tube Length)

535 272490 Filter-Air 934 94627 Screw (Fan Retainer)

544 97603 Armature-Starter 955 693513 _etor

552 262332 Bushing(GovernorCrank) 968 _5008 Cover*AirCleaner

552A 262331 Bushing(Governer Crank) 971 805540 Screw (Upper BodyTo Lower

562 93853 Bolt-Carriage (GovernorLever) Body)

569 272645 _ Gasket-Base 1005 498157 Fan-Flywheal

572 222892 Cover-Breather(Cylinder#2) 1006 224901 Retainer-Fan

573 491304 Plate-Back 1019 496726 LabelKit

592 92278 Nut (Governer Lever) 1036 499382 Label I_rt.EmissJon

601 95162 ClampHose 1051 263080 Ring-Retaining

615 94296 Retainer(GovernorCrank) 1058 273688 Owner'sManual

615A 93898 Retainer-GovemorShaft 1081 280860 .JrSeal-O-Ring

616 491530 Crank_ovemor 1090 497605 Retainer-Brush

634 491287 ,A-SeaJ-Govemor Shaft 1095 4.96047 Gasket Sat-ValveOverhaul

634A 271013 Washer-Foem 1125 94724 Sc_,w (Cover Rate)

635 66538 Boot-SparkRug 1132 94675 Screw (OilSlinger)

637 693510 Washer-Se_d 1136 94297 Screw (Governor,Con_ol Rod)

643 496700 Retainar-AirFilter 1137 220680 Washer (Governer,ControlRod)

689 262337 Spdng-Fdc_on 1138 94298 Nut (Governor,ControlRod

697 93585 Screw (DriveCap) .... 460707-0145-E1ReplasementEngine

725 280866 Shield-Heat

726 91362 GasFP_'_j _ Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number358.

741 262989 Ge_-_ming •IncludedinCarburetor1_3t.Ref Number 121.

783 693059 Gear-Starter eIncludedinValue Overhaul tot, Ref Number

1095.

797 94010 Nut (StarterTerminal) + Included in Fuel PumpI_0t,Ref Number 861

797A 69_167 Nut (StarterTerminal) *

802 497607 _NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.8. inches

803 497604 Housing-Starter 1 inch = 25.4 mm

807 693511 Spacer

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

I"

SIGHTING

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

15° MAX.

_Operate your Tractor up end down the face of elopes (not

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

direction on slopss.

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hoursa day,7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME s" (1-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio

1-800-676-5811

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

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

PartsDirectsM

1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio

1-800-659-7084

For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center

in your area:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance

Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am - 5 pro, Monday - Saturday

1-800-827-6655

IHome Central'MJ

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