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Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN+

15.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271023

• Safety

• Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

Foranswers to your questions

aboutthis product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pro,Mon- Sat

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

--t,_"_""_........... I_-""r_'•-•-_ "".......... 2

r.•.._..._: .......... 2

•,_...._.. ........... 5

Assemb Y.--i ...... _......... 8

Operati_ n... I ........ 11

Mainter mc_ ....... 18

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

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

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

Troubleshooting.................................... 29

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

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

III

LIMF TV_ 'ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two 2) yif this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main-

tained, =briq to the instructions in the owner's manual,

charge, any parts found to be defective in material or

This cover_

°worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, et€. ;

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

thoms, stumps, or glass.

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

dent 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 BA'I-rERY

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

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-

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

service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from

the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the

date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip-

ment to your nearest Sears Service Center• (In-home warranty service will still be avail-

able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This

warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you

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

state•

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

GENERAL OPERATIC_ _,

•Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions 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.

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•Nevercarrypassengers.

°Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place•

•Slow down before tuming.

•Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Tumoffbladeswhennotmowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are amajor 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, de 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 overtum the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tireslose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope. _,

DO NOT:

•Donotturn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

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 tum machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be sedously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, 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 en-

gine 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 equip-

ment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

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•Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended pads,

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 absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15 °Max), not

acroSS.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

• Donottum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, tum slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!!! BECOME AWAREI!! YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

,_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs=alwaysdiscon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

AWARNING: 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 1.25GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OIL TYPE SAE10W30

API-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F)

SAE 10W30

(below 32°F)

_)ILCAPACITY: 4.0 W/PINTS

3.5 W/O I_INTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

GAP: .040 =)

VALVE CLEARANCE: NOTADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0- 5.5

(MPH): REVERSE: 0-2.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT." 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA:240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

iTORQUE:

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians 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 avail-

able 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 unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with aspark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

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

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

Califomia Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(1) Large Flat Washer

O

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x I

(1) Lockwasher

3/8

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18x 1-1/4 @(1) Locknut

5/16-18

(1) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

(1) Washer

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

(1) Knob

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(2) Screws _(2) Lock

#10 x 5/8 Washers #10

(2) Weld Nuts _O

#10 (2) Washers

3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Parts packet separately in carton

Seat

Cassette

Manual

Parts Bag

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

u

(2) Latch Hook

Assemblies

Steering Wheel

Adapter

Slope Sheet

Steedng

Wheel Insert

-4=

(2) Keys

Steering 1

Extension

Shaft

____ (2) Shoulder Bolt

(2) Washers

3/8 x 7/8 x 14

Gauge

(2) Gauge Wheels

Q(2) Centedock Nuts

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Yournewtractorhas 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.

l) 9/16" wrench

2) 1/2" wrench

1) 3/4" wrench

(1) Utility knife

(1)Pliers

(1) 3/4" Socket w/

drive ratchet

(1) Phillips Screw-

driver

(1) Tire pressure

_]auge

When right or left hand =smentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten-

sion and lower shafts and install 5/16

hex b01t and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure-

ly 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 steer-

ing shaft extension.

•Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

•Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

_Insert

_._,_------_33_8HLe_c_/tasher

Large Flat_

Washer j_

I_ _ Steering

Steering Wheel ,__tbs

ExtensionShaft _Adapter

5/16 Hex

5/16

Lower , , -='----,

Steering ! p i

Shaft 7"'.. _ Tab

_- "- .... Slots

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that maypuncture tires

where tractor is to roll offskid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to itshighest position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

- Place freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward offskid.

•Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

• Lift seat pan to raised position and open

battery box door.

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in

MAINTENANCE section of this manual

for charging instructions).

Seat Pan

Battery Label

Terminal

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper position when

operating mower. Be sure they are proper-

ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per-

formance.

•Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on

a flat level surface.

•Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this

manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut po-

sition, gauge wheels should be assem-

bled 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.

Gauge Wheel

Mounting

Bracket

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 acomfortable 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 F _,

Seat Pan =__/_-"._'_l / _

\,

Shoulder \ '_-'_\ ! \

AdjustmenC_-_._ _"

Knob _ _ _ Flat Washer

3/8-16

3/8 Washer Shoulder

Gauge Wheel Bolt

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" 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 replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts in

the Service and Adjustments sectoin of

this manual. Verify that the belts are rout-

ed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you leam how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assembie 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 up-

right 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 roar latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Weld Nut From Hook Points

The Top Down

Look

Weld Washer

Latch Latch

Washer

Mulcher-

Plate

Nut

LockWasher

Washer

'_ Screw

Deflector

Shield

Hooks

ACAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to res: on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove muicher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

=/CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

v' All assembly instructions have been

completed.

v' No remaining loose parts in carton.

i/ Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1hour 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).

t/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

cutting results. (13res must be properly

inflated for leveling).

_/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

i,,' Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

_/ Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION 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 operat-

ing 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 "TO START ENGINE" and

=PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op-

eration section of this manual).

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Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractororin literature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

=

BAI-rERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

AI-rACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETYRULES SEC_ON)

FREEWHEEL

(A_omat_ Mode_on_)

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractorto familiarize yourself with the locations of

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

Attachment Ignition

Clutch Lever Switch

Light Switch

Position

Throttle/Choke

Control

Ammeter

Lift Lever

Plunger

Attachment

LiftLever

ClutcWBrake

Control

Freewheel

Control Parking

Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Motion

Control Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to

engage the mower blades, or other attach-

ments mounted to your _acJpr.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used to

control engine speed.

CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the

speed and direction of the tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position,

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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 shieldswhile operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or

repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan-

dard safety ,qlasses.

-lOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine is

running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat withoutfirst setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

•Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

•Place parking brake lever in =EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in =BRAKE" position. Make sure

parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch

Throttle/Choke Lever "Engaged"

Control Position

_Disengaged"

Position

"Brake" "_'-_:__b._Parkin g Brake

Posi_o__.__.._ ',._" \_/_ "Engaged"

Clutch/Brak_. _/ "_'_MotJon

Pedal "Ddve" =Disengaged" Control

Position Position Lever

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•Tost0p 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 depressed.

ENGINE -

• -Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle controlto

slow positionand allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

=backfire".

•Turn ignition key to =OFP 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 =OFP will cause

the battery to be discharged, (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

,A CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full throt-

tle reduces the battery charging rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

•Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

•Release parking brake and clutch/brake

pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

•Grasp lift lever.

•Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approximately

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

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running. These heights are

approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

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•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches during

hot months. For healthier and better

looking lawns, mow often and after

moderate growth.

•For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut relative-

ly high; the second to desired height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

•Select desired height of cut.

•Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

•TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

_gcage attachment clutch control.

AUTION: 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

Attachment Lift

Lever High Position

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not retum to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling position.

Freewheel control is located at the rear

drawbar of tractor.

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

•Pull freewheel control knob out and hold

in position by inserting retainer spring

into for_vard hole of control rod.

• 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.).

Low

Position Position

_Guard

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_,CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide provided at the badl_oPthis manual.

•Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing 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 posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

A'I'I'ACHMENTS

Tow onlythe attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy of

a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

Tires can lose tractionwith the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

•The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

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•Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dip-

stick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick

into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube. Remove and read oil level. If nec-

essary, add oil until UFULL" 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

Maintenance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the

Maintenance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

_l_NAweather starting.

RNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emp-

tied before storage of 30 days or longer.

Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let

it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage Instructions for additional informa-

tion. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma-

_nt damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfm. V_pe off any

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

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

•Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

•onssat operat j depress

_utc_rak_ ped_andsstpaddngbrske.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

•Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and tum 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, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

•When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and

below)

•When engine starts, allow engine to run

with the throttle control in the choke

position until the engine runs roughly,

then move throttle control to fast posi-

tion. This may require an engine warm-

up period from several seconds to sev-

eral minutes, depending on the temper-

ature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

•Before ddving 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 retum to operating

position.

•Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

•The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: At a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be

adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

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,_RGE 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 trans-

mission be purged before operating tractor

for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tion before operating the tractor.

• Place tractor safely on level surface with

engine off and parking brake set.

•Disengage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in freewheeling position

(See rl'O TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual ).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

tle 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 position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be

no movement of drive wheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulic drive sys-

tem.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut off engine and set parking

brake.

•Engage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in driving position (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in this section of

manual).

•Sitting in the tractor s,eat_start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

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

motion control lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever for-

ward; after the tractor moves approxi-

mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion

control lever to reverse position. After

the tractor moves approximately five (5)

feet return the motion control lever to

the neutral (N) position. Repeat this pro-

cedure with the motion control lever

three (3) times.

•Your tractor is now purged and ready for

normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

•Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

•The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cuL Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cut-

ting.

•When mowing large areas, start by turn-

ing to the right so that clippings will dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-

ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left

hand turns until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and possi-

ble 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 unde-

sirable 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 se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used.

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MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT:Forbestperformance,keep

mowerhousingfreeof built-upgrassand

trash.Cleanaftereach use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)

speed as this will provide the best recut-

ling 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 cut-

ting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to

the first cut path.

•Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

Max 1/3

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

AS YOU COMPLETE

Check Brake Operation _

Check Tim Pm_um

TInterlock Systems 14r

RCheckforLooseFasteners _ _7

_SharpeNReplace Mower Blades _4

TLubrication Chart

0 CheckBatteryLevel I_

Wclaan Battery and Temlinals _I_

Check Ttinsaxla Cooling I1_

Adjust Blade BeR(s) Tension I_s

AdJust Moron Drive Balt(s) Tension I_s

Check Engine Oil Level Vt

i Change Eng ne Oil I_1.=,: If

E Clean Air Filter

aClean Air Screen

GI Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (if equipped) I_l.t

N ' Clean Engine C°°ling Fins _=

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

Replace Fuel Filter Vp

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2 - Sen4ce m_. ohln when opera,rig in erty of dusty _.

3 - NK_oped w_ o¢ f_er. change oJ evwp/50 hours.

4 - Repkx_ _=de= mor_ often when rnowb_ in sandy sol.

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 periodi-

cally 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 re_laL'_eair 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.

6 - Net required #equipped with malntenance-_e b_t_y.

7 - "nghtenItont ex_ pivotbo, to 35 tL-Ibs, maximum.

DOr_ ov_ighter_

LUBRICATION CHART

Zerk Zerk

Front

FrontWheel Wheel

Beadng_ _:_ ring

Qutch Yl|III

Pivot(s) "_,_,_____

SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor OIL

OGeneral Purpose Grease .

Refer to Maintenance Engine Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot

points which have special nylon bear-ings.

Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt

that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating

bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated,

use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubri-

cant sparingly.

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TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper-

forminganymaintenance.

BRAKEOPERATION

If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6)feet

stoppingdistanceat highspeedinhighest

gear,thenbrakemustbeadjusted.(See

"TOADJUSTBRAKE"inthe Serviceand

Adjustmentssectionof thismanual).

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 rub-

ber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and inter-

lock systems are working propedy. If your

tractor does not function as described

below, repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

•Raise mower to highest position to allow

access to blades.

•Remove hex boll, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

•Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

IMPORTANT." To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex boll, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

TrailingI _Up MandrelAssembly

Blade

Center

Lock

_p._.. Hex Bolt

(Grade8)"

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 gdnding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need a

5/8" diameter steel boll, pin, or a cone

balancer. (When using acone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer.)

NOTE: Do not use anail 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 hold the boll

or pin parallel with the ground. If blade

is balanced, it should remain in a hori-

zontal position. If either end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

Center Hole

5/8" Bolt

or Pin

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use.

However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its

life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The odginal equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

19attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Addingor checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can cause the battery to =leak"

power.

•Open battery box door.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

•Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

•Clean terminalsand battery cable ends

with wire brush until bdght.

•Coat terminals with grease or petroleum

jelly.

•Reinstall battery (See =REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this manu-

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after t00 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.

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or reqube 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 tam-

perature.

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

yean

SAE VISCC_TY GRADES

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stick 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 dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstick into the

tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube.

Do not thread the cap onto the tube

when taking reading. Keep oil at

UFULLWline on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

Air Cleaner Cover Knob

Cover Wing

Foam Nut

Pre-Claaner Rubber

Air Cleaner

Air Base

Cleaner

Paper Oil Fill

Cartridge CapOipstick

Oil Drain

2O

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Airscreenmustbekeptfreeof dirtand

chaffto preventenginedamagefromover-

heating.Cleanwithawire brush or com-

pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn

dried gum fibers.

AIR FILTER

Yourengine will not run properly using a

dirtyair filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartriage every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

•Remove knob and cover.

•Remove wing nut and air cleaner from

base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Slide foam pro-cleaner off cartddge.

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it

to dry.

•Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car-

tridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will damage

the cartddge.

•Reinstall the pre-cieaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartridge.

•Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover

and tighten knob securely.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dustyrdi_y conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re-

moved will cause engine damage due to

overheating.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in uPRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

•Drain oil from engine crankcase (See

=TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this sec-

tion of this manual, through step remove

drain plug).

•Remove oil filter and wipe off filter

adapter.

•Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to

the rubber gasket on replacement oil fil-

ter.

•Install replacement oil filter on filter

adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until

rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter,

then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn.

•Fill crankcase with new oil (See =TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section

of this manual). For approximate capac-

ity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

•Start the engine and check for oil leaks.

Correct any leaks before placing engine

into full operation.

Oil Filter /

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.

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•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

damps are properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the elec-

trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-

tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine

life.

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

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.

•Disconnect dutch rod from clutch lever

by removing retainer spring.

•Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

•Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs. Clutch

•Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

•Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor,

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

•Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

•Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

•Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Retainer

Spring

Front

Link

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Swaybar

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(Both Sides)

(Both Sides)

TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING

Adjustthemowerwhiletractoris parked

onlevel ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are propedy inflated (See =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS'). If tiros are

over or underinflated, you will not propedy

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 adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full tum of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 118".

•Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge

mower to of mower to

ground \_gmund

Suspension

A_

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

tums.

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

at front than roar, tighten nuts =F"

against trunnion on both front links.

•To raise front of mower, loosen nut =P

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut =E" on both front links an

equal number of tums.

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

at front than roar, tighten nut =P against

trunnion on both front links.

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

_.._\_ ! ..I ..Mandrel

o = e

Both FrontLinks Should be Equal in Length

Lift LinkAdjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be _rure,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 roar 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.

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT (See lllustration Next Page)

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

•Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

•Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

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BELT INSTALLATION -

•Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

Mandrel

Pulley

•Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

•Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Idler

Pulleys

Mandrel

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

•Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Cdntact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center/department.

- Operating

Arm

Do Not touch this nut. Iffurther brake adjustment is

necessary contact your nearest authorized service

center/department 24

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See "1"O 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 cool-

ing fan blades.

•Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around engine

pulley.

•Install new belt by reversing above pro-

cedure.

Engine.._.......___

Pulley

Clutching Idler--

Stationary Idler-.......

Transmission

Input Pulley_ 4.-

,.JP" ]

]_/(t

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever

will not hold its position while at a selected

speed, it may be adjusted at the friction

pack located on the right side of transmis-

sion.

•Park tractor on level surface. Stop trac-

tor by turning ignition key to,=OFP ' posi-

tion, and engage parking brake.

•Adjust motion control lever by tightening

adjustment Iocknut one half (1/2) tum.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move

the motion control lever becomes too

excessive, reverse the above adjustment

procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 to 1/2

turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and

repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal

for service or replacement, it should be

purged after reinstallation and before

operating the tractor. See =PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section

of this manual.

Ad_justmen t

Locknut

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not hori-

zontal (left to right)when wheels are posi-

tioned straight forward, remove steering

wheel and reassemble per instructions in

the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

• .Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key -Do not

lose).

•Repair tire and reassemble.

•On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

•Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

RetaininW_h_ A

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

tion of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

•Connect one end of the BLACK cable to

the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

•Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

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TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

PositiveTerminal Negative Terminal

Chassis

Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATrERY

ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing awrench 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 seat pan to raised position and open

battery box door.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

•Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

•First connect RED battery cable to posi-

tive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negat'we (-) terminal with remaining hex

bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

•Close batten/box door.

Keps

Hex Bolt

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

•Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the

backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre-

vent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia-

gram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

•Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedures.

_Co HOOd Hweradlight

nnector

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 establishment or indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THRO'I'rLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle

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controlleverfromslowto chokeposi-

tion.Slowlymoveleverfromchoketo

fast position.

•Check to see if hole in throttle lever and

hole in speed control bracket are

aligned.

•If holes are not aligned, loosen cable

clamp screw and align the holes by

inserting a pencil or a 1/4" ddll bit

through both holes.

•Pull throttle cable up to remove slack

and tighten cable clamp screw. Remove

alignment pencil or drill bit.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the fac-

tory and adjustment should not be neces-

sary. However, minor adjustment may be

required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel

to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix-

ture. Turning the adjusting needles out

(countemlockwise) increases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and

the seats in carburetor may result if nee-

dle is turned in too tighL

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

•Be sure you have a clean air filler and

the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see above).

•Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make adjusfme_s with engine

running and shift/motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

•Idle soeed settino - With throttle control

lever in slow position, engine should

idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too

slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is at-

tained.

•IfI ttin - With throttle

control lever in slow position, tum idle

fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise)

until engine begins to die and then turn

out (countemlockwise) until engine runs

rough. Turn needle to a point midway

between those two positions.

•Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces-

sary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

•Move throttlecontrol lever from slow to

fast position.If engine hesitates or dies,

tum idle fuel adjusting needle out

(counterclockwise) 118tum. Repeat test

and continueto adjust, if necessary,

untilengine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

notadjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine govemor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contactyour nearest AUTHO-

RIZED service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Cable Clamp

Screw

Speed COntrol

Bracket

Throttle Lever

Idle Speed _

Adjusting •

Screw

Idle Fuel

AdjustingNeedle

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Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allowthe engine to cool before stor-

ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

•Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur-

faces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see _O

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cables disconnect-

ed 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

gum deposits from forming in essential fuel

system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter,

fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also,

experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which leads

to separation and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage.

•Drain the fuel tank.

•Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

altemative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta-

bilizerto gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container.Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-

tor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug

hole(s) into cylinder(s).

•Tum ignition key to "START" position for

afew seconds to distribute oil.

•Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if it starts to

rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline 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 protec-

tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn

over

CAUSE CORRECTION

•Loose or damaged wiring.

!•Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

•Dirty air filter.

•Bad spark plug.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

Out of fuel. •

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 adjust-

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

•Attachment clutch is

engaged.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Blown fuse.

•Corroded battery termi-

_'_n_ls.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty ignition switch.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

•Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

Fillfuel 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 carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel fil-

ter.

Check all wiring.

See =ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug,

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

•Check all wiring.

•See =ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal.

•Disengage attachment

clutch.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuse.

•Clean battery terminals.

•Check all widng.

•Check/replace ignition

switch.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

•Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

29

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSEPROBLEM

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

Engine continues to

run when operator

leaves seat with at

tachment clutch

engaged

• Weak or dead battery.

•Corroded battery termi-

nals.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Cutting too much

grass/too fast.

•Throttle in =CHOKE" posi-

tion.

•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.

•Dirtyengine air

screen/fins.

•Dirty/cloggedmuffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Wom, bent or loose blade.

•Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

*" F_'ultyoperator-safety

presence control system.

CORRECTION

• Recharge or replace battery.

•Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

•Set in =Higher Cut" posi-

tion/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, refill tank with fresh gaso-

line 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 and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho-

rized service center/

department.

30

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

iPROBLEM CAUSE

Poor cut -uneven • Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass dis

charge

Headlight(s) not

working (if so

equipped)

Battery will not

charge

i•Mower deck not level.

• Buildup of grass, leaves,

•and trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

•Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

•Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

•Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

•Engine speed too slow.

•Travel speed too fast.

•Wet grass.

•Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air pres-

sure,

•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.

CORRECTION

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•Remove obstruction.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Replace idler pulley.

•Replace blade mandrel.

• 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.

i•Replace mower ddve 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 connections.

•Replace fuse.

•Replace battery.

•Check/clean all connections.

•Replace regulator.

•Replace altemator.

31

tROUBLESHOOTING CHART

iPROBLEM CAUSE

Lo_s of drive • Freewheel control in =dis-

engaged" position.

•Motion drive belt worn,

damaged or broken.

• Air trapped in transmis-

sion during shipment

or servicing.

Engine "backfires" •Engine4throttlecontrol not

when turning set at =SLOW"

engine "OFF" position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

• Place freewheel control in

=engaged" position.

•Replace motion drive belt.

•Purge transmission.

•Move throttlecontrolto

=SLOW" positionand allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.271023

I

AMMETER

;lllllE --

BATTERY SOLENOID

o-r-

FUSE 30 AMP. i I R

CLL_CHIBRAKE _

• (PEDALUP) ...... j

iiI I

LI'_=-- _,"....... ' : ' ' " UNE:FUEL:

!---1----: ,

L

,........ J SOLENOID

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

___sT_A___,T

........ _ IGNITION PLUG

OPERATOR UNff GAP

I"4VlNCYL ENGINES)

DIOOE tALTERNATOR :

i

IGNmON SWITCH

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BA'rrERY, BGT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE,

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE UGHTS

1

HEADLIGHTS

RELAY

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING b'_;ULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING:OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

33

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023

41

t

i t

34

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271023

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28Amp

2 74760412 Bolt, HexHead 1/4-20uncx3/4

8 156417 Case, Banefy Mech Hinge

16 161343 Switch, |ntedock N OpntN Opn

19 STD551125 _hasher, Lock

20 73350400 Nut, Hey,,Jam 1/4-20 UNC

21 147430 Hmnese, Light Socket (Includes 4152J)

22 4152J Bulb, Light

24 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"

25 146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire

26 108824X Fuse, 30 Amp

27 73510400 Nut Keps Flex 1/4-20 Uric

28 4207J Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12"

29 160784 Switch, Plunger Normal Op Olive

30 140_01 Sw_tch, Ig_tion

31 124211X Nut, Igei_on

32 141226 Cover, Key Switch

33 109310X Key, Igei_on

40 161352 Harness, IgelUon

41 71110408 Bc4t, HexHead, Rn. 1/4-20xl/2

42 131563 Cover, Terminal, Red

43 145673 Soleflo_

44 73640400 NutKepsBIkHex 1/4-20UNC

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

52 141940 Protectlon Wire Loop

70 142621 Hames.s En_ne

81 109748X Relay Asm.

NOTE: AncomponentdimenslonsglveninU.S.Inches

I ir_h =25.4 rr_

35

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.271023

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

28

58 12

53

52 5s

54

3

3

74 3

36

14

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271023

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

11

1 160392

2 14035_

3 17490612

4 19131216

5 155272

9 161917X013

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 155934X010

14 17490608

17 144983)(558

18 126938X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 145198X558

29 155217X599

30 151287X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 139886

39 139887

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD522507

58 150127

60 72140606

64 154798

74 73680600

140 158418

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

- - 5479J

Chassis Stamping

Drawbar

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

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

BumperHood/Dash

Dash

Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, LH.

ClipTinnerman GrilleP/L

Panel, Dash, R.H.

ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

HoodAssembly

BumperHood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Nut

Grille w/ClipsMS-558

Lens, Gdlle

Fend/FtrastPnt STLT N HLD 558

Bracket,Fender Support

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

Pivot BracketAssembly,L.H.

Pivot BracketAssembly,R.H.

Nut Lock w/insert 1/4-20 UNC

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

Bracket GritlePickoffLH

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Bracket Grille PickoffRH

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

DuctAir Engine P/I. LT

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

Dash Lower STLT

Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

BracketSuspensionFront

Plate ReinforcementSTLT

BracketSwaybar Chassis

Bracket PntFootrestBTLT

RJod PivotChassis/Hood

Plug, Button

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 150071B TransaxleAssembly 71 140158 StrapTorque Lh Hydro 18/20"

2 142431 Spdng, Retum, Brake T

3 143995 Pulley,Transaxle 72 19132012 Washer 13/32 x1-1/4 x12

8 154792 Rod ShiftHydroLT Gauge

10 76020416 PinCotter 1/8xl CAD 73 156347 StrapTorqueRhHydro 18/20"

16 738(X)500 NutLockHexW/Ins. 5/16-18 T

Unc 74 121199X Spacer,Split

18 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Gr. 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16

5 Gauge

19 73800600 NutLockHexW/Wsh 3/8-16 76 12000001 E-Ring

Unc 77 123583X Key, Square

21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16

22 145627 Rod, Brake Hydro Gauge

24 73350600 Nut, HexJam 3/8-16 Unc 81 156046 ShaftAsm. Cross Hydro 20"

Tires

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod

26 19131316 Washer 82 123782X SpdngTorsion T/A

27 76020412 PinCotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 83 19171216 Washer 17i32x3/4x16Ga.

28 145204 Rod, ParkingBrake 84 161901 Rod, "13eHydro20" "firas

29 124236X Cap, ParkingBrake 86 157480 Bushing

30 130607 Bracket, Transaxle 87 19212016 Washer 21/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

32 74760512 BoltHexHd 5/16-18Uncx3/4 88 12000008 RingKlip #5304-62

34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 59 164890X428 Console,Shift

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 90 124346X NutSelf-ThdWsh-hd 1/4Zinc

36 19211616 Washer 93 142564 Line Fuel Hydro 4"

37 1572H Pin, Roll 94 140462 Fan, Hydro7"

38 131494 Pulley, Idler,Rat 95 144643 Control BypassHydro20"'l]res

39 74760644 Bolt 96 4497H RetainerSpdng 1"Zinc/Cad

40 4470J Spacer, Split 97 140469 Keeper BoltRh Hydro 0750.

18/20"

41 165838 Keeper, Bolt Idler

42 19131312 Washe[ 13/32 x13/16 x12 98 73510600 Nut KepaHex 3/8-16Unc

Gauge 100 19111216 Washer 11i32x3/4x16Ga.

47 127783 Pulley, Idler,V-Groove 102 141322 WasherBollville .501Dx

1.50D

48 154407 Bollcrank, Clutch 103 73940800 NutHexJamToplock 1/4-20

49 123205X Retainer, Belt Unf

50 74760624 Bolt 104 140156 Arm, ControlHydro

51 73680600 NutCrownlock 3/6-16UNC 105 71070516 ScrowCapHex 5/16x18x1

52 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc 106 74780520 BoltRnHex 5/16-18Uncx1-

53 105710X Link, Clutch 114

55 105709X Spring, Return,Clutch 116 72110610 BoltRdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x

56 74760620 BoltHex 3/6-16x1-1/4 1.25

57 140294 V-Bolt, GroundDrive, Hydro 144 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga.

59 140312 Keeper, CentarSpan 145 74490540 BoltHexFIghd 5/16-18xGr. 5

61 17490612 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty. 146 74490536 BoltHex Flghd5/16-18 x 2-1/4

1-1" 147 74490524 Bolthex Flghd 5/16-16 x 1-1/2

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 148 159103 Spacer

63 140186 Pulley, _ngi_e 149 122052X Spacer,Retainer Pm Mower

64 71170764 BoltHex 7/!6-20x4Gr. 5 150 15(7935 BushtngNylonCogerad

65 10040700 Washer 151 19133210 Washer 13/32x2x10Ga.

66 154778 Keeper Bolt EngineHydro

70 134683 Keeper Belt Engine NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. ind'P_.s

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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STEERINGASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 1561183

4157473

5 62661"1

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 156438

11 STD551137

13 154779

15 73901000

17 156546

18 57079

19 124035X

20 126684X

22 71200410

23 127501

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133808

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054

43 121749)(

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

54 74780520

62 156594

63 STD523710

65 154780

-66 _154404

67 74781044

68 154429

SteeringWheel

AxleAssemblySTMP DroppedSTL

SpindleAssembly,LH.

SpindleAssembly,R.H.

Beadng,Race, Thrust,Hardened

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

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

Ring,Klip

Bearing,Steedng Column

DraglinkExtendedStamped

Washer,Lock

BeadngAxle STLT/GT

Nut, Lock,Flange 5/8-11 UNC

ShaftAssembly,Steering

Washer,Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Support,Shaft

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

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

PlttmanShaftAssembly

Bracket,Steering

Bushing,Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw,Thd., Roll. 3/6.16 x 3/4

Pin

Rod,_e

Bushing,Steering

Screw

Insert,SteedngWheel

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

Nut LockCenter Hvy Hid Spr 3/8

Adaptor,SteeringWheel

Boot, SteeringShaft

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

ExtensionShaftSteedng LR.LT

Cap, Spindle

F_ng, Grease

NutLockHexw/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt FinHex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

I_t SteedngAsm Service

Bolt, FinHex 3/6-16 UNC x I Gr 5

Spacer Axle

BearingArmPiftman

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

Axle,Brace

NOTE: All componentdimensions giveninU.S. inches

1 inch =25.4 _

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

8O

4

23

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271023

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 162156

2 17720410

3......

4 159420

13 12-041-03

14 13280328

15 13200300

16 STD551237

23 159880

29 137180

31 109202X

32 158990

33 123487X

35 17490512

37 137040

38 .......

40 124(_8X

44 17490412

46 19091416

62 STD551131

77 19101216

79 M740108G25

80 74760508

81 128861

101 M73030800

Control,Throttle

Screw,Hex Head, Thread Cutting114-20x 5/8

Engine,(Sea Breakdown)Kohler ModelNo. CV15S-41572

Muffler

Gasket KohlerCV13-CV16.5

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

Elbow, Standard90°, 3/8-18 NPT

Washer

ShieldBm/DbrGuard

Arrestor,Spark

Tank, Fuel

CapAssembly,Fuel Seam, Vented

Clamp, Hose

ScrewThdrol5/16-18 x 3-4 Tyt

Une, Fuel

Plug,Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Bushing,Snap, Fuel Une

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer, Lock

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

BoltHex

BobHex lid 5/16-18 Uric x 1/2

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

Nut FlangeM8-1.25 Non-LK

NOTE: All component_mensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

I

5

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140123

2 140551

3 STD523710

4 19131610

5 145O06

6 STD641437

7 124191X

8 17490616

9 19131614

10 155925

11 120068X

12 121246X

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Seat 13 121248X

BrackP=t,P_pt, Seat 14 72050412

Bolt 15 134300

Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge 16 121250X

Clip, Push-In Hinged 17 123976X

Nut 21 153236

Spring,Seat 22 STD541431

Screw,Thd.,RolL 3/8-16xl 24 19171912

Washer 13/32x 1 x 14Gauge

Pan, Seat EmbossQCK Conn. 25 127018X

KnobSeat

Bracket,SwitchMounting

Bushing,Snap

Bolt,Carriage 114-20x 1-1/2

Spacer, Split .28 x .88

Spring

Locknut,Range 114Grade 5

Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Nut

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

Gauge

Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inch-

esl inch = 25.4 mm

44

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023

21

77

6 3

1 10 16

20

11

8

12

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 156811

3 163200

4 163202

6 133644

7 163261

8 163203

9 163204

10 156439

11 142341

12 146046

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Oper. Instr. 14 160396

Decal, Hood, R.H. 16 138047

Decal, Hood, L.H. 20 149516

Decal, Customer Maintenance 21 163205

Decal, Side Panel -- 138311

Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 - - 154515

Decal, Fender,Craftsman - - 154516

Decal, Fender Danger -- 167096

Decal, DrawbarCntd Mvt Hyd Lt - -167097

Decal, V-BeltDrive Schematic

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-Bait Schemalic

Decal, Batter'/Diehard

Decal, BatteryDngr/PsnEng

Decal, FenderAuto SearsGold

Decal, Uft Handle

Pad FootrestLH STLT

Pad FootrestRH STLT

Owners Manual, English

Owner's Manual,Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

2_5,8

7

11

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

59192 ValveCap, Tire

65139 Stem,Valve

106222X Tire, Front

59904 Tube, FrontTire

(Not Provided,ServiceItemOnly)

106732X427 Rim, Front

278H F_ng, Grease (FrontWheel Only)

9040H Beadng, Flange (FrontWheel Only)

106108X427 Rim, Rear

122082X Tire, Rear

7152J Tube, Rear "Rre

(Not Provided,Service ItemOnly)

104757X Cap, Axle

144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

5

13

12

13

3

2

6

2O

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 LiftLever Inner Wire Assembly

2 159471 ShaftAssembly,Lift

3 105767X Pin, Groove

4 12000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing,Nylon

7 125631X Grip, Handle, Ruted

8 122365X Button,Plunger,Red

11 139865 Link, Lilt,LH.

12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.

13 4939M RetainerSpring

15 127218 Link, Front

16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

17 130171 Trunnion

18 73680800 Nut, Crownlock1/2-13 UNC

19 139868 Arm, Suspension,Rear

20 163552 RetainerSpring

31 140302 Bearing,Pvt, LiftSpherical

32 73540600 Nut, Crowniock 3/8-24

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

58

17

>21

\2

16

27

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 164961 Mower Houslog 59 141043

2 STD533107 Bolt 67 162113

3 138017 BracketAssembly,SwayBar, 68 144200

Front 71 142427

4 138440 SracketAssembly,SwayBar 72 131870

5 STD624008 RetainerSpdng 73 127847

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 74 121748X

8 850857 Bolt,Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 75 120(X)(_9

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 76 128903

11 134149 Blade, Mulching

12 129895 Boadng, Ball 77 127845

13 137645 ShaftAssambly,Mandrel, 78 160570

Vented (IncludesKey No. 6)

14 128774 Housing,Mandrel,Vented 79 127498

15 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 80 153701

16 140329 Stdpper,Vented Mower Deck 81 73350600

17 72110610 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x1-1/_, 82 142028

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 83 120958X

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 84 156084

20 159770 Baffle,Vortex 85 721406o20

21 STD541431 NutCroweleck5/16-18UNC 92 STD541437

22 134753 StiffenerBracket 101 136420

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 102 71161010

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 103 19061216

25 123713X Spdng,Torsion,Deflector 104 STD551110

26 110452X Nut, Push 105 160793

27 130968 Shield, Deflector 106 2029J

28 19111016 Washer 11i32x5/8x16 111 155197

Gauge 112 155198

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 113 17480512

30 157722 Screw Thd RollingWase Head 114 73510500

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 115 72110504

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 116 137644

33 137266 Nut, Toplock,Flanged 117 133957

34 STD533717 Bolt 118 73930600

35 133835 Fas_er, ChdstmasTree 119 19121414

36 131494 Pulley, Idler,Flat 121 143723

37 19131316 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16 128 153390

Gauge 129 19131312

40 STD541437 NutCrowelock3/8-16UNC 130 STD523710

41 133551 Rod, Pivot,withNibs

43 140083 Rod, Clutch,Secondary,with 131 STD533710

Nibs -

44 140088 Guard,_anc_"ral,LH. 132 19132203

45 STD624003 Retainer

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 141 6266H

48 133944 Washer,Hardened - - 130794

49 155066 RollerAssembly,Cam Follower

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

51 STD541410 Locknut - - 164963

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

53 131845 ArmAssembly,Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer,Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 122052X Spacer, Retainer

58 140086 Spdng,TorsionBrakes

DESCRIPTION

Guard,TUV Idler

Knob CustomOval

V-Belt

Rod,Clutch,Pdmary,withNil_

Spdng,Return

Arm, Clutch,Secondaly

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

Gauge

Ring,Klip

Bolt,Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x

1.44

Keeper,Spdng

LeverAsm.ClutchPd PIm

STLT

Bushing,Large,Brass

Spdng,MowerClutch

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Uric

Trunnion,Adj.

Washer Sintered

KeeperBelt IdlerFixed

BoltCarriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/2

Nut

MulcherCover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer,Lock

Latch Assembly,Bagger

Nut,Weld

Bracket,Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket,Gauge,Wheel Roll.

ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x3/4

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt,Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centerlock3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer Felt

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

Bolt,FinHex 3/8-16 UNC x 1

Gr. 5

Bolt,RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 UNC

xl

Sdacer Washer 13/32 I.D. x 1-

3/80.D. x 1/4

WasherThrust .75 x 1.230

MandrelAssembly(Includes

Key Numbers6-10, 12-15, 31

and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete

(Standard Deck,Order

Separately MulcherPlate and

Gauge Wheel Components,

Key Nos. 101-106 and 111-121)

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S.inches

1 inch= 25A mm

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-O650

58

139

28

59

-91-

23

19

I

3O

9O

53

4

53

35

1

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271023

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 142930 Housing,Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060

2 142931 Assembly,Upper Housing 44 150829 Dilfemn_alAseambly

3 142932 Seal, Lip 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13

4 142928 Ring,Wire Retaining 53 142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250

5 142933 Ring, Retaining 56 142963 Shaft, Input

6 142934 Bearing,Shaft Ball 58 142964 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.38

7 142935 Bearing,Cradle 59 142965 Pin .50D x .43 ID x .750

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

9 142937 Swashplate,Variable 63 142967 Puck, Dampener

13 142938 Block,CylinderAssembly 64 142920 Set Screw

14 142939 Arm, Trunnion 68 142969 Spring

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 Bearing,Thrust 42x68x16 88 142973 Screw,Cap

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

24 142945 Seal, Lip 10x25x7 90 142975 SlaeveBearing

25 142946 Actuator,Bypass 91 142976 Seal, Wiper

26 150774 Center SectionAssemblyKit 92 142977 Spring,Block

27 142948 Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8 93 142978 Washer,BlockThrust

28 142949 Ring,Retaining 113 142917 Cap, VentAssembly

29 142950 Washer 26 x 35 x I 114 142918 Fitting,O-Ring Assembly

30 150787 Plate, Bypass 119 142980 Spacer

34 142951 Oil Filter Element 134 144607 Nut, Castle 5/16-24

35 142952 Arm, Bypass 135 144608 Pin, Cotter

36 142953 Ring, Retaining 139 150775 Spring,Compression

37 142954 Arm, Actuaitng 140 150776 Nut, Hex 5/16-24

38 142955 Pin,Actuating

39 150777 Belt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4 NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

40 150778 Locknut,Hex 5/16-24 UNJC 1 inch= 25A mm

41 142958 Brake Rotor/StatorKit

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41572

AIR INTAKE J

6--1

8--W _

11 -- _--10

_--9

CRANKSHAFT I

II _ip

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

ENGINE CONTROLS ]

EXHAUST I

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41572

AIR INTAKE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12-743-05

2 25-341-02

3 12-096-24

4 12-083-08

5 12-100-01

6 X-25-63

7 12-083-05

8 12-313-04

9 12-094-12

10 12-072-05

11 12-086-01

12 12-041-02

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 12-113-53

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Kit,Air Cleaner

(IncludesKey Numbers2 thru

12)

Knob,AirCleafrer Cover

Cover,AirCleaner

PrecleanerElement

Wing Nut

Washer, Plain 1/4

Element, AirCleaner (Includes

#7)

Grommet

Base,Air Cleaner

(IncludesKey Numbers 9 and

10)

Stud,MountingPlate M6 x 1.0 x

66

Screw,#10 Hi-LoThread

Forming(2)

Gasket,Air Cleaner

Decal, AirCleaner

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-014-37 Crankshaft

2 12-139-01 Plug, Cup

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-O545010 Screw,Hex Flange

M5 x0.8x 10 (8)

2 24-468-10 Washer, Plain1/4

3 12-146-07 Plate, _low_ Housing

4 M-0645020 Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 x

20

6 24-096-05 Cover, Pinion

7 12-027-32 Housing,Blower

9 12-141-O1 Ring, Retainer(2)

8 12-096-28 Cover

10 25-154-02 Clip, Mounting(3)

11 M-0545020 Screw,HexFlange M5x.Sx20

(3)

12 12-06o3-05 Baffle, Intake Side

13 M-0645016 Screw, Hex Flange

M6 x 1.0x 16 (2)

14 12-063-08 Baffle, CylinderHead

15 12-063-O1 Baffle,Cylinder

1 12-079-07 Linkage,Choke

2 12-237-01 Clamp, Cable

3 M-0664020 Screw, LockedSocket

M6 x 1.0 x20 (2)

4 M-0545016 Screw, Hex Flange M5 x .8 x 16

5 12-536-09 Control,Speed Assembly

(IncludesKey Numbers6

through9)

6 M-0443020 Screw, Pan Head M4 x 0.7 x 20

7 SM-0443025 Screw, Pan Head M4 x 0.7 x 25

8 12-089-11 Spring,Choke Adjust(2)

9 12-089-23 Spdng,Choke Return

10 12-089-24 Spnng, Govemor

11 M-0641060 Nut, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0

12 SM-0642025 Screw, Hex Flange

M6x 1.0x25

13 12-090-05 Lever, Governor

14 25-158-11 Bushing,Throttle Unkage

15 12-079-01 Linkage, Throttle

16 25-158-08 Bushing,Linkage Retaining

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1M-0829033

2 12-o41-03

3 M-0841080

412-126-11

512-445-06

6 M-0645025

Stud, M8 x 1.25 x 33 (2)

Gasket, ExhaustManifold

Nut, Hex FlangeM8 x1.25 (2)

Bracket, Muffler

Strap, Ufting

Screw, Hex Flange

M6 x 1.0 x 25 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

KEY PART

NO. NO.

- - 12-522-18

-- 12-755-59

RPM Settings:

RPM Seffings:

DESCRIPTION

ShortBlock

Gasket Set

Low Speed: 1500-2000

High Speed: 3200-3400

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch=25.4 mm

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41572

FUEL SYSTEM J

4

/7

/

(_1o

14

33

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER J

25__

_4 I

15

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41572

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12-853-56

2 12-041-02

3 12-053-56

4 12-041-01

5 12-089-23

6 12.079-07

7 12-265-04

8 X-426-9

9 25-353-10

10 25050-0"2

11 47-154-01

12 12.086-07

13 12-431-01

14 12-368-05

15 12-089-09

16 12.086.04

17 12.089-09

18 12-146-03

19 25-086-27

20 12-144-09

21 12o144.08

22 12-089-10

23 12-146-O2

24 12-337-03

25 12-757-02

26 12-041-05

27 12-104-01

28 12-757-09

29 12-041.06

30 M.0641060

31 X-25-63

32 X-22-11

33 M--0629122

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 12041-01

- - 12-757-03

-- 12-518-05

- - 41-518-34

-- 277563

-- 12-454.O3

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVEAND BREATHER

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Kit,Carburetor(Includes#2 _m 1 12-351-01

6) 2 12-755-60

Gasket,AirClaaner 3 12-411-01

CarburetorAssembly 4 12-041-10

(For InformationOnly -Not 5 12-017-01

AvailableSepamtaly) 12-017-02

(includesKey Numbers 12 thru 6 12-016-01

27) 12-016-02

Gasket, Carburetor(2) 7 12-146-13

Spdng, Choke Return 8 12-468-05

Linkage, Choke 9 12-112-13

Deflector,Heat 10 12-086-15

Clamp, Hose (2)

Line, Fuel, 9" 11 12-08901

Filter,Fuel 12 12-173-01

Clip, Cable 13 12-755-03

Screw,Hex Cap 8-32 x 3/8 14 X-426-9

Sleeve, Insulating 15 12-326-03

Needle, Idle, Fuel Adjust 16 M-0645020

Spdng, Idle Fuel

Screw, IdleSpeed Adjust 17 12-09607

Spring, Idle Spend 18 235011

Plate, Thmttla 19 24-032-05

Screw, ThrottlePlate (2) 20 M.0640034

Shaft,ThrottlewithLever and

Seal 21 24-194-01

Shaft,Choke 22 24-186-03

Spring,Choke 23 M-0545010

Plate, Choke

Jet, Main 24 12-01801

Kit,Float 25 12-402-02

Gasket, Bowl 26 12-31809

Bowl, Fuel 27 X-75-23

Kit,SolenoidAssembly

(IncludesKey Number28) NOTE:

Gasket, Bowl RetainerScrew

Nut, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 (2)

Washer, Plain 1/4

Washer, Lock 1/4

Stud,M6 x 1.0 x 122 (2)

_BP

Gasket,Carburetor

Kit,CarburetorRepair

Lead, Solenoid,Black,5", 14

Gauge, UniosulatedPush-On

Tabs

Lead, Ground,Green, 5", 18

Gauge InsulatedGripBarrel

Eyelets

Connector

"Re,Cable

Lifter, Valve(2)

K'_,CylinderHead

Rod, Push (2)

Gasket, CylinderHead

Valve, Intake,Standard Size

Valve, Intake, .25"Oversize

Valve, Exhaust,Standard

Valve, Exhaust,.25"Oversize

Plate, Guide

Washer,Plain 13/32

Spacer,Head BoltExhaustPort

Screw,Hex Flange

M10 x 1.5 x 81 (5)

Spdng,Valve (2)

Cap, ValveSpring (2)

Kit,Retainer(2)

Clamp, Hose (2)

Hose, Breather

Screw,Hex Flange

M6 x 1.0 x20 (5)

Cover,Valve withNipple

Retainer,Spdng

Seal, Valve Stem

Screw,Hex Flange M6 x 1 x 34

(2)

Pivot,RockerArm(2)

Arm, Rocker (2)

Screw,Hex Flange

M5x0.8x 10

Retainer,BreatherRend

Reed, Breather

Head, Cylinder

Plug,Pipe,Allen Head 1/8

Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

55

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER917.271023

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41572

IGNITION IELECTRICAL I

mit

14-- ,_D e-----:r

OIL PAN ILUBRICATION I

CRANKCASE I

10

2

STARTING SYSTEM J

3- i

56

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271023

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41572

IGNITION IELECTRICAL CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 12-086-14 Screw, Hex Flange 1 12-032-03

M10x 1.5x46 2 12-522-18

2 12-468-03 Washer, Plain3/8

3 24-162-03 Screen, Grass 3 12-445-02

4 M-0639016 Screw, Hex F_nge M6 x 1 x 16 4 M-0839025

(4)

5 12-112-01 Spacer, Fan (4) 5 12-380-O3

6 12-157-_2 Fan 6 12-755-49

7 X-42-15 Key

8 12-025-37 FlywheelAssembly 7 12-089-18

9 12-155-O2 Connector(4 Contact) 8 12-422-O8

10 M-0548025 Screw, Hex Cap 12-422-09

M5 x 0.8 x 25 (2) 12-422-10

11 M-0545010 Screw, Hex Range 12-422-11

M5 x 0.8 x 10 (2) 12-422-12

12 12-154-02 Clip, Stator Hamess 12-422-13

13 12-085-07 StatorAssembly 12-422-07

14 12-132-0_ Spark Plug 9 12-144-27

15 X-728-1 Clip, Cable 10 12-874-07

16 12-584-01 Module,Ignition 12-874-08

17 M-0545020 Screw, Hex Flange 12-874-09

M5 x 0.8 x 20 (2) 11 12-018-02

NOT ILLUSTRATED 12 12-108-07

- - 12-518-11 Lead, White, GroundTo Kill(19", 12-108-08

18 Gauge, Fully InsulatedPush- 12-108-09

on Taband UninsulatedPush-on 13 12-067-05

Tab Terminals) 12-067-06

14 12-380-01

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION 15 12-043-05

16 M-0631005

KEY PART 17 12-144-02

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 18 52-13909

1 12-038-01 DipstickAssembly 19 12-755-64

(IncludesKey Numbers 2 and 3)

2 25-755-13 Kit, Oil FillCap (IncludesKey #3) 20 12-144-24

3 12-153-03 O-Ring, Dipstick 21 X-25-102

4 12-15302 O-Ring, UpperOil FillTube 22 12-032-01

5 12-123-04 Tube, Oil Fill 23 SM-0631015

6 M-0545020 Screw, Hex Flange M5 x 0.8 x 24 12-154-05

20

O-Ring, LowerOil FillTube

Screen, Oil Pick*up

Cover,Oil Pick*upScreen

Screw,Hex Flange M5 x 0.8 x

16

Screw,;Rexl,=tange M10 x 1.5 x

25

Bracket,Oil Pump ReliefValve

Spring,Oil Pump ReliefValve

Piston,Oil Pump Relief Valve

Body,Oil Pump Relief Valve

Filter,Oil

Plug, Square Head, Solid 3/8

Oil PumpAssembly

O-Ring,Oil Pump Cover

Cover, Oil Pump

Screw,Hex Flange

M5 x0.8 x 16 (3)

Seal, Oil (RT.O. End)

Screw, Hex Flange

M8 x 1.25 x 45 (12)

Pan, Oil 57

7 12-153-01

8 25-162-07

9 .! 2-096-03

10 M-0545016

11 M-1039025

12 12-126-02

13 12-089-03

14 12-462-01

15 12-208-01

16 12-050-01

17 X-75-10

18 12-393-01

19 12-o32-04

20 12-096-02

21 M-0545016

22 12-O32-03

23 SM-0839045

24 12-199-30

DESCRIPTION

Seal, Crankshaft

Block,Cylinder(Use Short

Block)

Strap, Lifting

Screw, Hex Flange M8 x 1.25 x

25

Dowel,Locating(4)

Kit, Camshaft(Indodas Key #7

&8)

Spring,Actuating

Shim,Camshaft, Blue

Shim, Camshaft, Red (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Yellow(A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Green (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Grey (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Black(A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, White (A.R.)

Shaft, Balance

Pistonw/Ring Set, Standard

Pistonw/Ring Set .25"Oversize

Pistonw/Ring Set .50"Oversize

Retainer,PistonPin (2)

RingSet, Standard

RingSet .25" Oversize

RingSet .50" Oversize

ConnectingROd,Standard

ConnectingROd .25" Oversize

Pin, GovernorRegulating

Gear, GovernorAssembly

Washer, Plain,6ram

Shaft, GovernorGear

Plug, Cup

Kit,Shaft, GovernorCross,with

Clip(Indudas Key #20 and 24)

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, Plain 1/4

Seal, GovernorCross Shaft

Washer, Plain,6mm

Clip, HitchPin

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1M-0839070 Screw,Hex Flange

MSx 125x70 (2)

2 25-095-03 StarterAesembly

(IncludesKey Numbers3 thru8)

3 12-755-54 Kit,Drive End

4 12-227-06 Gap, DriveEnd

5 45-170-03 Armature

7 12-227-11 EndCap, Commutator

8 12-086-25 Screw,Hex Flange

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

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

58

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

(.n

co

6Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I

I

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

For the repair or replacement parts you need

delivered directly to your home

Call 7 am -7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar plezas con entrega a

domicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7274)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a

domicilio - 1-600-676-5811

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 existingAgreement

Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday

1-800-827-6655

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following

information: _" _-

•Product Type •Part Number

•Model Number •Part Description

mmmmmm

mmmmmm

SE ARS

Amenca's Repazr Specialists

167096 10.19.98 RH Printed in U.S.A.