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Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAN°I

16.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271142

•Safety

•Assem bly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules

and Instructionsbefore operat-

ingthisequipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co, Hoffman Estates, II60179

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

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

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

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

Assembly .............................................. 7

Operation ............................................ 10

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 17

Maintenance ....................................... 17

Service and Adjustments .................... 21

Storage ............................................... 27

Troubleshooting ................................. 28

Repair Parts ........................................ 32

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

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

material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your

Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,

electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the

proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable

debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner's manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines

the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War-

ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-

HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the

riding mower safely enough to protect

themselves and others from serious

injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in "severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do 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 turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water

heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or al-

low objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Ad-

just and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

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.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do notturn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

A, Look for this symbol to point o_ impor-

tant safety precautions. It means t.,,_u-

TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: in order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always dis-

connect spark plug wire and place wire

where it cannot contact spark plug.

_CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the trac-

tor.

=O,CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that

are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed

when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while

on a slope, is dangerous. "i3res can lose

traction with the ground and cause you to

lose control of your tractor.

_i,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and lead

compounds, chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. Wash

hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE:

OILTYPE

API-SF/SG/SH):

1.25 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 10W30

(ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS

W/O FILTER:4.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND FORWARD: 5.5

SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: 2.4

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15 AMPS @3600 RPM

SYSTEM:

BA'I-I'E RY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

;ONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new 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 authorized service center/

department. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the propar 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".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears store

for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and =Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

,A WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark 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

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest authorized service

center/department (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

Steering

Wheel

Adapter

Steering Wheel

Steering

Steering Extension

Sleeve Shaft

_(1) Hex Bolt

J _ \ /Steering I1

/_ _ Wheel | I

/k_ _eila)LhOC k '_

k ',zc

_L. /(1) Hex Bolt .

_ 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 _ (, )

jr .................... 5/16-18

__(1] WmsherSeat

@ 17/32 x1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Knob _

_( (1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

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Keys Video Cassette

(2) Keys

F-q

Slope Sheet

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

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

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

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

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

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes in

extension and lower shafts and install

5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten

securely.

• 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.

•Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

•Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

•Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

_ _ Steering

_ Wheel Insert

Hex Bolt

_Lock Washer

fF_ _, _ _- Large Flat

____)) Washer

_ Steering Boot

Extension

Shaft __-----Adapter

5/16 Locknut__ "5/16 Hex Bolt

f- 4-.,_.

Lower Steering '_,-_I Tab

Shaft l"- Slots

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 battery for minimum of one hour

at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in

MAINTENANCE section of this manual

for charging instructions).

Seat

Battery Box

Door

Label

._rminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

• Pivot seat upward and remove from the

cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

Shoulder Bolt

Seat Pan

Seat

NOTE." You may now roll or drive you

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Opera-

tion section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_I, WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

•Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor oft skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever in

neutral position.

•Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

Flat Washer

Adjustment Knob 8

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

• Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown,

•Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

•Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

,ACAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in

Shield

Mulcher

Plate

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

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.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the belts

are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See 'q'O ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

V' CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST

PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION

FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

J" All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

•/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

4' 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 transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP 1"

LIGHT

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

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Attachment Ignition ht Switch

Clutch Lever Switch

Ammeter "" Lever

Plunger

Throttle/Choke

Control

Clutch/

Brake

ent

Lift Lever

Height

Adjustment

Knob

Free Wheel

Control =g Brake Lever

Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards

Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER -Used

to engage the mower blades_ or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly

towing the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting

and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to

release attachment lift lever when

changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure

parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Throttle/Choke "Engaged" Position

Control _. -_--_"_ Ignition Key

__/ "Disengaged"

-1 Pos,tion

\ ".'_\", \\V_ Parking Brake

Clutch/-_.". _ "__._-'_ j.."Engaged"

Brake Pedal_', ,"J-_.... _ Position

Disengag ed". Adjus_nt /"---. Control

Position Knob "Brake" Lever

STOPPING Position

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment

clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE-

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthodzed

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will cause

the battery to be discharged, (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_IL CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

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 cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (f_l) to raise

cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (1_-_)to

lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately

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

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running. These heights are

approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

•For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a

flat level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this

manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appro-

priate 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.

3/8-16

Locknut_

Gauge

Wheel

Mounting

Bracket

3/8

Gauge Wheel

3houlder

Bolt

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

•Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift

control.

•Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

•TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield place.

Attachment Clutch Lever "Engaged"

Position ._rnnt Lift

Lever High

Position

•':::!'_ Low

Position

"Disenc

Position

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope.

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brakepedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by

placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at

the rear drawbar of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

•To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING,CARTS AND OTHER

ATrACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the

ground and cause you to 10se control of

your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

•The e'ngine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

• Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; 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

necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance 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 tem-

peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help insure

good cold weather starting.

AWARNING: 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 fue_ system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

Iong.er. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

ACAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

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

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and

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 enginestarts, movethethrottle

control to the fast position.

The attachments and ground drive

can now be used. If the engine does

not accept the load, restart the en-

gine 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

position. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

•Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

•Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake and

let the clutch/brake slowly return to

operating position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period after

the transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: if at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the

transmission which may have developed

during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tion before operating the tractor.

•Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

• Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling

position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this

section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

•Move motion control lever to full forward

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Move lever to full reverse position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will

be no movement of drive wheels. The air

is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut- off engine and set

parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in driving position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

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

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves approxi-

mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion

control lever to reverse position. After

the tractor moves approximately five (5)

feet return the motion control lever to

the neutral (N) position. Repeat this

procedure with the motion control lever

three (3) times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up grass

and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching btade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar 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"

FILL IN DATES

AsYOUCOMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE t##__(-'_'_'TSERVlCE DATES

Check Brake Operation _/

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

TIntedock Systems

RCheck for Loose Fasteners If I1_?

ASharpan/RepleceMowe,Blades _,,

TLubrication Chart

0Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals V'

Check Transaxle Cooling b/

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_#s

Adjust Motion Onve Belt(s) Tension Q_'s

Check Engine Oi! Level _I1 #

Change Engine Oil l_1.=p I_

EClean Air Filter _2

NClean Air Screen V'2 !

Inspect MuffledSperk Arrester V'

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _:

N Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug _# V'

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

Replace Fuel Filter V'

1-Change more often when operating under aheavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 5 - If equipped with adjustable system.

2-Service more o_en when operating in dirty ordusty conditions. 6 - Not required if equipped with malotermnce-free bahery

3 - ff equipped with oil rifler, change oil every 50 hours. 7 ° Tighten front axle pivot boltto 35 ft.-ib$, maximum.

4*Replace bkmde=more often when mowing in sandy soil. Do not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to Zerk

operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain tractor as

instructed in this manual. _Front Wheel

Some adjustments will need to be made Bearing

periodically to properly maintain your Zerk

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be chocked at least once each

Zerk

:Wheel

ng Zerk

season.

•Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

Anew 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. 17

(DGeneral Purpose Grease

_)Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

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

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

•Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly

Blade Center

Hole

Flat Washer,

Lock Washer

_---Hex Bolt (Grade)

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8" e

Center Hole

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive'charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

•Open battery box door.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove .

battery from tractor.

•Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

•Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high pres-

sure water or steam to clean transaxle.

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure

sprayer to clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

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'flEMPERATUt_E RANG_ ANTICIPATED BEF_ NEXT OiL Cp.ANGE

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

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

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG, or SH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely,

replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. 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

"FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

Cover Knob

Air Cle_g Nut

Cover [.--_, ,_---_Rubber

Foam-_'_ _ ]Grommet

Pre- _ _"'_Air Cleaner

Cleaner I" \ _ • .1-."_'' •

• _ Paper Cartridge

Air _\Air Cleaner

Ir_1"_'Base

bcreen ,,__ .) \

"_ "_q _'_'_/(_il Fil Cap/

._ '_ Dipstick

(, _jOil Drain

Plug

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING

AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

• cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

•Remove knob and cover.

• Remove wing nut and air cleaner from

base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze 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

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will damage

the cartridge.

•Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartridge.

• Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut,

cover and tighten knob securely.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage. 20

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

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

section 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

filter.

• 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 'q-O

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section

of this manual). For approximate

capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA-

TIONS" 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.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

CI:u_PF_ Clamp

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels

free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

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

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

•Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

•Roll belt off engine pulley.

•Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

•Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

•Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

•Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch Spdn!

Retainer

• Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame.

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.

Front Link

Anti-Sway Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Housing

Guide Bracket

Large Retainer

Spring 21

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or underinflated,

you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE:Each full turn of adjustment nut will

change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to groun_ower to ground

Lift Link AI_--

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

"D"

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE

DRIVE BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

• Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

• Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel Idler

Pull_ Pulleys

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be

adjusted.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

• Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Jam Nut

Arm

Do not touch this nut. If further brake

adjustment is necessary contact your

nearest authorized service center/department

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See 'qO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

• Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

•Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around engine

pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine Pulley--

Clutching Idler

Stationary Idler

Transmission

Input Pulley _0

TRANSMISSION REMOVAIJREPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal

for service or replacement, it should be

purged after reinstallation and before

operating the tractor. See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section

of this manual.

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

• Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

• Hold motion control lever in that

position and turn engine off.

• While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

•Move motion control lever to the neutral

(N) (lock gate) position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

• Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

• • Start engine and test.

• If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps

until satisfied.

Motion Control Neutral Lock Gate

/" !

Adjustment BoLt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of this

manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

•Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

•Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Retaining Ring

Axle

Cover

Square Key /

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BA'I-rERY

ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for 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

battery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to

the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal _ Keps Nut

Hex

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

REPLACING BA'I-rERY

ACAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

•Lift 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

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining hex

bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

• Close battery box door.

Seat

Batter

Box Door

.=(Red) (Black)

Cable Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the

backside of the grill.

•Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

•Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedure.

ctor

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

individual. Warranty repairs must be

performed by an authorized engine

25manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke

position. Slowly move lever from choke

to 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" drill bit

through both holes.

•Pull throttle cable up to remove slack

and tighten cable clamp screw. Re-

move alignment pencil or drill bit.

Cable

Clamp._____._----_

Screw 71t 7

Speed Control _/_ I

Throttle

Lever

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or

load. If the carburetor does need adjust-

ment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. 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

needle is turned in too tight.

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. 26

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 filter and

the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see above).

• Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make adjustments with engine

running and shift/motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Idle speed setting - 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

attained.

• Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn idle

fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise)

until engine begins to die and then turn

out (counterclockwise) until engine

runs rough. Turn needle to a point

midway between those two positions.

• Recheck idle speed. Readjust if

necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

turn idle fuel adjusting needle out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test

and continue to adjust, if necessary,

until engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department, which has

proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

Adjusting

Screw

Idle Fuel

Needle

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a

building where fumes may reach an

open flame or spark. Allow the engine to

cool before storing in any enclosure:

_A_OR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BA'I-rERY

• 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 'q-O CLEAN BATTERY

AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

_uUmdeposits from forming in essential

el system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

•Remove spark plug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

•Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

•Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from

dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still

warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSEPROBLEM

Willnotstart

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

•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 adjustment.

Service Adjustments

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed

•Attachment clutch is

engaged.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Blown fuse.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty ignition switch.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

• Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

•Throttle in =CHOKE"

position.

CORRECTION

•Fill fuel tank.

• See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

• Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

•Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

section.

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Rep ace spark plug.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Check all wiring.

• See 'q'o Adjust Carburetor" in

Service Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

• Disengage attachment clutch.

•Recharge or replace battery,

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

•Check/replace ignition switch,

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

•Contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

•Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Loss of power

(Continued)

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mowerbladeswill

not rotate

CAUSE

•Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Dirty air filter.

•Low oil level/dirty oil.

•Faulty spark plug.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.

• Dirty engine air screen/fins.

•Dirty/clogged muffler.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of

adjustment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

• Faulty operator-safety

presence controlsystem.

•Wom, bent or loose blade.

• Mower deck not level.

•Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

•Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

•Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

CORRECTION

• 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

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

•Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

•Clean engine air screen/

fins.

•Clean/replace muffler.

•Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized

service center/department.

• 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 authorized

service center/department.

•Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•Remove obstruction.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine

"OFF"

CAUSE

•Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

•Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn.

• Blades improperly installed.

• Improper blades used.

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

• Switch is "OFF".

• Bulb(s) burned out.

•Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blown fuse.

•Bad battery ceil(s).

• Poor cable connections.

•Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

• Faulty alternator.

•Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

• Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

• Air trapped in transmission

during, shipment or

servicing.

• Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

stopping engine.

CORRECTION

• Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

• Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

• Level mower deck.

•Check tires for proper air

pressure.

• Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace mower drive belt.

• Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

• Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Turn switch "ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connec

tions.

• Replace fuse.

•Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

°Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

• Replace motion drive belt.

•Purge transmission.

• Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

[BA]q'ERY SOLENOID

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WHITE

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SWITCH

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

ELECTRICAL

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

274760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x3/4

8 156417 Case Battery

16 161343 Switch Interlock

21 166182 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)

22 4152J Light Bulb

24 4799J Cable, Battery

25 146147 Cable, Battery

26 166180 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 4207J Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Seat

30 163_o_38 Switch, Ignition

33 140403 Key, Molded

40 170219 Harness, Ignition

41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2

42 131563 Cover, Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter)

70 170250 Hamess, Engine

81 109748X RelayAsm

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

58 12

208

206 3

13 ----..__

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 169830

2 169061

317060612

5 155272

9 168337X013

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 172108

17 144983X558

18 126938X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 156725X558

29 155217X599

30 164918X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 169834

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD552507

58 150127

60 72140606

64 154798

74 STD541437

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

206 170165

207 17670508

208 17670608

212 165919

- - 5479J

Chassis

Drawbar

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bumper Hood/Dash

Dash

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, LH

Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L

Panel, Dash, RH

HoodAssembly

Bumber Hood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

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

Grille/Lens Asm.

Lens, Grille

Fender/Footrest

Bracket, Fender/Support

Screw, ThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower, Rear

Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4 - 20 UNC

Washer 9132 X 7/8 X 16 Ga.

Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

Screw, Hex Wshd #8-18 x 7/8

Bracket Grille Pickoff RH

Bolt FinHex 1/4 -20 UNC X.75

Air Duct

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

Dash Lower STLT

Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

Plate Reinforcement STLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Bracket Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18TT

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Insert Lens Reflective

Plug Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DEScRIPTIoN

1 ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x4 Gr. 5

Hydro Gr314-0510 65 STD551143 Washer

8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 70 134683 Guide Belt RH Engine

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 71 169183 Strap Torque Lh

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 GR.5 72 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x12 Ga.

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Uric 73 169182 StrapTorqueRh

19 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 74 137057 Spacer, Axle

21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

22 169498 Rod, BrakeHydro 76 STD581075 E-Ring

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Uric 77 123583X Key, Square

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

26 STD551037 Washer 81 165586 Shaft Asm Cross

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 82 165711 SpringTorsion

28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 83 19171216 +Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga+

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 84 169594 LinkTransaxle

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 89 164890X428 Console, Shift

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x3/4 90 124346X Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 95 170201 Control Bypass

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 96 4497H Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

36 19211616 Washer 116 72110610 Bolt Carr. 3/8-16 x 1.25

37 1572H Pin, Roll 150 165850 Bushing BellcrankGrd Drive

38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

39 74760644 Bolt 156 166002 Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125

40 4470J Spacer, Split 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount

41 165838 Keeper, Belt Idler 159 165494 Hub Tappered Flange Shift Lt

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 161 72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 162 73680400 NutCrownlockl/4-20Unc

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grad Drv STL 163 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr. 5

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 164 19091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

50 STD523715 Bolt 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever

51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16 UNC 166 166880 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc 168 165492 BoltShoulder5/16-18x.561

53 105710X Link, Clutch 169 165580 Plate Fastening Lt

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 197 169613 NylinerSnap-in

56 STD523712 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 198 169593 WasherNyliner

57 140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive 199 169612 BoltShoulder5/16-18UNC

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 200 72140508 Bolt RDHD SQNK 5/16-18UNC x 1

61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 202 72110612 BoltCarrSH3/8-16x1-1/2Gr,5

62 8883R Cover, Pedal

63 140186 Pulley, Engine NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

STEERING ASSEMBLY

4S _

...... -.... Is

_41

$2 44 •

11727

._ "29

67 67

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 169840

4169839

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 169832

11 STD551137

13 136518

15 145212

17 156546

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 73800500

54 74780520

62 167902

63 74780616

65 160367

66 154404

67 72140618

68 169827

79 19132012

80 74950612

82 169835

85 133835

Steedng Wheel

Front Axle Assembly

Spindle Assembly, L.H.

Spindle Assembly, 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, Steering Column

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Beadng, Front Axle

Nut, Hexflange Lock

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Support, Shaft

Screw hex Wshhd Torx

Pittman Shaft Assembly

Bracket, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Rod,Tie

Bushing, Steedng

Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

Insert, Steering Wheel

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

Lock Nut Center 3/8-24 UNF

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Boot, Steering Dash P/L Mtl BIk

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

Extension Steering Non-Adjust

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc. x 1 Gr. 5

Spacer Brace Axle

Bearing Arm Pittman

Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 Unc x 2-1/4

Brace Axle

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

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

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Fastener Christmas Tree

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

13 77 _...,,,,..._

ENGINE TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 162156

2 17720410

3.......

4 159420

13 12-041-03

14 13280328

15 13200300

16 STD551231

23 169837

29 137180

31 109202X

32 158990

33 123487)(

37 137040

38 .......

40 124028X

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19091416

62 STD551131

77 19101216

79 M740108025

80 74760508

81 73510400

101 M73030800

DESCRIPTION

ControlThrot]Choke

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

Engine(See Breakdown) Kohler Model No.CV16S-43519

Muffler

Gasket

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

Elbow, Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer

Shield, BRN/DBR Guard

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank, Vented

Clamp Hose BIk

LineFuel

Plug Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)

Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line

Screw, Hex Washer Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4

Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer, 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Bort Hex

Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 1/2

Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Nut Flange MB-1.25

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140123

2 140551

3 71110616

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 155925

11 166369

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Seat 3450 BIk/blk Craftsman 12 121246X

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 13 121248X

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 14 72050412

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

Clip Push in Hinged 16 121250X

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc 17 123976X

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 21 171852

Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 SMGML 22 STD541431

Washer 13/32 X 1X 14 Ga 24 19171912

Pan Pnt Seat (blk) 25 127018X

Knob Seat

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

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

Bol1 Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

741

11 2

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156439

2 163205

3 171698

4 171699

5168920

6 133644

7 171765

9 163204

11 156811

13 146O46

14 163263

DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO.

Decal Fender DangerSears 15 160396

Decal Fend Auto Sears Gold 19 138047

Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 20 166887

Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 22 149516

Decal Engine - - 169210

Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom - - 138311

Decal Replacement Srs - - 165800X428

Decal Fender Craftsman Gold - - 165799X428

Decal Fender STLTH Oper Inst E/S - - 174967

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E - - 174968

Decal Dash Panel

DESCRIPTION

Decal Mower Drive Schematic

Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

Decal Deck Mower EZ3

Decal Battery

Decal By Pass Lt Hydro

Decal Lift Handle

Pad Footrest Lh STLT

Pad Footrest Rh STLT

Manual, Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

59192 Valve Cap, Tire

65139 Stem, Valve

106222X Tire, Front

59904 Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

106732X427 Rim, Front

278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

106108X427 Rim, Rear

122082X Tire, Rear

7152J Tube, RearTire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

lO4757X Cap, Axle

144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

LIFT ASSEMBLY

29_ 28 27

2524 23

19 I

4 26

.I I'

.I l'

I i'

.1 i'

20 20

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.

2159471 Shaft Asm. Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 ERing

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

6 120183X Beadng Nylon

7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted

8 122365X Button Plunger Red

11 139865 Link Lift LH.

12 139866 Link Lift R.H.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion

18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spring

23 110807X Nut, Special

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

25 2876H Spring

26 169484 RetainerClip

27 126971X Rod, Adjust Lift

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

29 138057 Knob, Infinite Height Adjustment

30 150233 Trunnion, Inf. Height

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

49 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

50 110452X Nut, Push Phos. &-Oil

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

MOWER DECK

_147

40--_ 37

145

103 105

105

106

101

119 _

19 21

21 22

23 24

28 "" 27

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO.

- 18

165892

STD533107

138O17

165460

STD624008

130832

850857

STD551137

140296

134149

129895

137645

128774

110485X

140329

72140505

132827

159770

STD541431

134753

131267

105304X

123713X

110452X

130968X428

19111016

131491

157722

129963

153535

137266

STD533717

133835

131494

19131316

STD541437

140088

STD624003

137729

133944

174284

131340

STD541410

139888

131845

133943

155046

165723

141043

149846

144959

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Mower Housing 90 74760616

Bolt 91 132274

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,Front 92 STD541437

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 93 19171416

Retainer Spring 94 132264

Arm, Suspension, Rear 95 132273

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 101 136420

Washer, Lock 102 71081010

Washer, Hardened 103 19061216

Blade, Mulching 104 STD551110

Bearing, Ball 105 160793

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, 106 2029J

Vented (Incl. Key Number 6) 111 155197

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 112 155198

Bearing, Bali, Mandrel 113 17060514

Stripper, Vented MowerDeck 114 73510500

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 115 72110504

Bolt, Shoulder 116 4898H

Baffle, Vortex 117 165746

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 118 73930600

Stiffener Bracket 119 19121414

Bracket, Deflector 121 143723

Cap, Sleeve 128 153390

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 129 19131312

Nut, Push 130 STD523710

Shield, Deflector 131 STD533710

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 142 165890

Rod, Hinge 143 157109

Screw Thdrol Rolling Wsh Hd 144 158634

Washer, Spacer 145 165888

Pulley, Mandrel 146 171977

Nut, Toplock, Flanged 147 131335

Bolt 148 169022

Fastner, Christmas Tree 149 165898

Pulley, Idler, Flat 150 19091216

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 151 169670

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 152 169676

Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 153 169674

Retainer 154 169675

Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 155 169671

Washer, Hardened 156 169672

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower 157 169669

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 158 17720410

Locknut 159 STD533717

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC - - 130794

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened - - 169583

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, Tuv Idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1

Bracket Asm Noseroller LH

Locknut, Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNe:

Washer 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

RollerNose

Bracket Asm Noseroller RH

Cover Mulching 42" Black

Screw Pan Hd Phillip 10-24 x5/8

Washer#10

Washer Lock

Latch Asm Bagger

NutWeld

Bracket Gauge, Wheel LH

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH

Screw Tapping 5/16-18 Unc

Nut, Hex Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16

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

Bracket

Washer Felt

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

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 uncx 1 Gr.5

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carraige Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

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

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42"

Washer flat 3/8" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring Retention Lever

Spacer

Rod Clutch

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Uric x 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

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

Mower Deck, Complete (Std deck -

order separately mulcher plate

components key nos. 101-106)

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

1 inch =25.4 mm

124

119-

120-

107

112

9OO

=;_,

! I

zr-

=_,-

o1-,4

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

_EY PART KEY PART

_10. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

I170351 Main Housing, Assembly 58 170407

-_ 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 59 170408

] 170353 Center Section, Assembly 60 142883

170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 61 142881

5 169898 Block - Assembly 62 142887

170355 Sealant 10.50z 63 170410

7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25

3 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 64 142892

)170358 Shaft, Input 65 170411

10 170359 Ring-Retaining 66 170412

11 170360 Spacer 67 170413

12 169870 Ring-Retaining 68 170414

i3 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 69 170415

14 169869 Ball Brg 17ram Id X 40mm 70 170416

OdX 12mm 71 170417

16 170362 Hex Flange Head Screw

5/16-24X0.75 72 170418

i7 170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7

18 170364 Arm, Control 73 142884

19 150771 Bearing, 30x52x13 Th rust

23 170365 Check Plug Assembly, Washer 74 170419

>-4 170366 Shaft, Motor 75 170420

->7 170367 Gear - Pinion, 13t

28 170368 10t/48t Gear 76 170421

-_9 170369 Gear, 10t Jackshaft 77 170422

30 170370 60t Bull Gear 78 142969

31 170371 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X .625 79 142980

32 170389 SleeveBeadng(Outboard) 80 150778

.75xl .750x.625

33 142991 Washer, 81 170423

3/4 Id X 1-1/20d X .13 Thk 82 170424

34 170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal

35 170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, 83 161162

R.H.) 84 170425

36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, 85 170426

L.H.) 86 170427

37 150792 Miter Gear (Splined) 87 170424

38 150793 Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 88 170429

39 150809 Shaft 90 170430

'_0 170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 93 170431

1.1 170394 Pin, Jackshaft 107 170432

_12 170395 Magnet, Ring 108 170433

_13 170396 Spring, Bypass

_1. 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw3/8-24 X 2.5 109 170434

Long 111 170435

_-5 170397 Filter 112 170436

170398 Base, Filter 113 170437

_.7 170999 Actuator, Bypass

18 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 116 170438

_-9 170401 Arm, Bypass 119 170439

50 170202 Retaining Ring.250 External 120 170440

51 170403 Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 Tc 121 170441

52 170404 Flat Washer, 122 170442

5/8 Id X 1.00d X .05 Thk 123 170443

53 170405 Retaining Ring 124 170444

54 170406 Bearing, Center Block

55 142977 Spring -Helical Compression 125 170445

56 142978 Washer 126 170446

57 150798 20w-50Oil 127 170447

900 166768

Brake Yoke

Rotor, Brake

Brake Puck

Puck Plate

Brake Actuating Pin

Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 W/Patch,

SpecialFlange

Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch

Spacer

Spring, Brake Arm Bias

Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed

Arm, Brake

Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24

Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

Compression Spring Brake

Anti-Drag

Washer, Ht

.5 i.D. X 10.D. X .032

Flat - Washer

11/32 I.D. X 7/80.D

Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

Check Plug Assembly, .027,

Washer

Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack

Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

Spring, Helical Comp

Spacer

Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24 Unf

(Nylon insert)

Wedge, Fdction Pack

Clip, Washer

.316x1.50x.1046 (Plated)

Pin, Standard Headless

Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

Hose, Expansion Tank

Expansion Tank

Cap - Poppet Valve

Bolt, Self Tapping10-32 X 1/2

Puck, Inner Wedge

Spring Clip - Housing Thrust

Deflector

Washer,Motor Shaft

.71idxl.15odx.030thk

Plug, Sae #6

O-Ring .07 X .301 I.D.

Shield, Vent

Bracket, Support Expansion

Tank

Silicon Sponge

Fan, 7 In.

Pulley

Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Insert)

Washer, Belleville

Belt Keeper

Center Section-Filter-Bypass

Assembly

Filter Assembly

Fan - Pulley Service Assembly

Seal - O-Ring Kit

Transaxle Complete

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I

CRANKCASE I_1

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519

CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

25-351-01 Lifter, valve (2) 1 12-032-03

12-755-81 Kit, cylinder head (includes 2 ........

3-17)

12-041-01 Carburetor gasket(2) 3 12-445-02

12-041-02 Air cleaner base gasket 4 M-0839025

12-041-03 Exhaust maniford gasket

12-411-01 Rod, push (2) 5 12-380-17

12-041-10 Gasket, cylinder head 6 12-755-49

12-017-01 Valve, intake (Std.) 7 12-089-31

12-017-02 Valve, intake (.25) 8 12-422-08

12-016-01 Valve, exhaust (Std.) 12-422-09

12-016-02 Valve, exhaust (.25) 12-422-10

X-75-23 Plug, allen hd. pipe 1/8

12-318-19 Cylinder Head 12-422-11

25-186-01 Arm, rocker (2) 12-422-12

12-599-03 Pivot, rocker arm (2) 12-422-13

M-0640034 Screw, hex. flange 12-422-07

M6xl.0x34 (2) 9 12-144-27

12-089-01 Spring, valve (2) 10 12-874-07

12-173-01 Cap, valve spring (2)

12-755-03 Kit, retainer (2) 24-874-11

12-468-05 Washer, plain 13/32 12-874-08

12-t12-13 Spacer, head bolt exhaust 12-874-09

port 11 12-018-02

12-086-15 Screw, hex. flange 12 12-108-07

M10x1.5x81 (5) 12-108-08

X-426-9 Clamp, hose (2) 12-108-09

12-326-03 Hose, breather 13 12-067-05

M-0645020 Screw, hex. flange 12-067-06

M6xl.0x20 (5) 14 12-380-01

12-096-07 Cover, valve w/nipple 15 12-043-05

M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange 16 M-0631005

M5x0.8xlO 17 12-144-02

12-018-01 Retainer, breather reed 18 52-139-09

12-402-02 Reed, breather 19 12-755-64

21 X-25-102

22 12-032-01

23 SM-0631015

24 12-154-05

Seal, crankshaft

Block, cylinder (Use Short-

Block 12 522 18)

Strap, lifting

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x25

Dowel, locating (4)

Kit, camshaft (Includes 7_8)

Spring, actuating

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) blue

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) red

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

_ellow

him, camshaft (A.R.) green

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) gray

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) black

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) white

Shaft, balance

Piston w/Ring Set (Std.)

(Includes 11-12)

Piston w/Ring Set (.08)

Piston w/Ring Set (.25)

Piston w/Ring Set (.50)

Retainer, piston pin (2)

Ring Set (Std.)

Ring Set (.25)

Ring Set (.50)

Connecting Rod (Std.)

Connecting Rod (.25)

Pin, governor regulating

Gear, governor assembly

Washer, plain 6mm

Shaft, governor gear

Plug, cup

Kit, gov. cross shaft w/clip

(Includes 24)

Washer, plain 1/4

Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer, plain 6ram

Clip, hitch pin

TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519

IGNITION /ELECTRICAL I

_-- 23

AIR INTAKE I 1-8

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

0_7

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-086-14 Screw, hex. flange 1 M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange

MIOxl.5x46 M5x0.8xl0 (8)

2 12-468-03 Washer, plain 3/8 2 24-468-10 Washer, plain 1/4

3 24-162-03 Screen, grass 3 12-146-07 Plate, blower housing

4 M-0639016 Screw, hex. flange 4 24-086-18 Screw, phillip hd M4x0.7 X8

M6x1.0x16 (6) (2)

6 12-157-03 Fan 5 24-096-05 Cover, pinion

7 41-403-09 Regulator, rectifier 6 220534 Washer, plain 5/16 (2)

8 X-22-11 Washer, lock (2) 7 12-027-54 Housing, blower

9 236602 Connector 8 12-063-10 Baffle, intake side

10 X-42-15 Key 9 25-!54-02 Clip, mounting (3)

11 12-025-35 Flywheel 10 12-086-37 Screw, captive washerM5

12 41-155-02 Connector (4 contact) X0.8 X20 (3)

13 M-0548025 Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 11 M-0645016 Screw, hex. flange

(."2) M6x1.0x16 (2)

14 12-085-01 Stator assembly - 15 amp 12 12-063-08 Baffle, cylinder head

15 12-132-02 Spark Plug 13 12-063-09 Baffle, cylinder

16 X-728-1 Clip, cable NOT ILLUSTRATED

17 M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange X-25-92 WASHER, PLAIN 3/16" (2)

M5x0.8xl0 (2)

18 12-584-08 Module, ignition

19 12-452-02 Terminal

20 12-086-35 Screw, hex. socket AIRINTAKE/FILTRATION

M5x0.8x20 (2)

21 M-0461013 Screw, pan head M4.2x13 KEY PART

(2) NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

22 12-584-12 Module, speed advance

23 25-086-47 Shoulder M6X1.0X16 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

25-518-29 Lead

25-518-05 Lead

12-176-36 Harness

X-25-5 Washer, plain 5/16"

12-155-02 Connector

23-517-03 Clip Cable

1 25-341-03 Knob, air cleaner cover

2 12-096-24 Cover, air cleaner

3 12-083-12 Precleaner, element

4 12-083-10 Kit air cleaner element

(Includes 5,7)

5 1230046 Seal 3/4"

6 12-100-01 Wing Nut

7 12-032-11 Seal 1-7/16"

8 12-094-07 Base, air cleaner(Includes

10,11)

9 12-072-04 Stud, mounting plate

M6X1.0X75

10 12-086-01 Screw, #10 Hi-Lo thread

forming (2)

11 12-041-02 Gasket, air cleaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53 Decal, air cleaner

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519

STARTING SYSTEM J

3--

8-- l

ENGINE CONTROLS J

OIL PAN /LUBRICATION I

,_, '-2: @

_ --13

t-- 8

L--

0--4

5--

22--

20 19 15

O--16

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519

STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY

_10. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

1 M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange 1

M8x1.25x70 (2) 2

2 25-098-05 Starter assembly (Includes 3

3-8)

3 12-755-54 Kit, drive end 4

4 12-227-06 Cap, drive end 5

5 12-170-05 Armature

6 12-221-01 Kit, brush & spring 6

7 12-227-13 Cap, commutator end

8 12-211-01 Bolt, hex, flange 1/4-20x4- 7

5/8 (2)

01L PAN!LUBRICATION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Dipstick assembly (Includes

2-3)

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3)

O-Ring, oil fill cap

O-Ring, upper oi_fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20

O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

Screen, oil pickup

Cover, oil pickup screen

Screw, hex. flange

MSx0.8x16

Valve, oil pressure relief

Filter, oil

Plug, sq, hd. solid 3/8

Pump, oil assembly

O-Ring, oil pump cover

Cover, oil pump

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16 (3)

Seal, oil (P.T.O. end)

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45 (11)

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45

Assembly, Pan, oil (Incl.

11,15-18)

1 12-038-01

2 25-755-13

3 12-153-03

4 12-153-02

5 12-123-04

6 M-0545020

7 12-153-01

8 25-162-07

9 12-096-03

10 M-0545016

11 25-462-09

13 52-050-02

14 X-75-10

15 12-393-01

16 12-153-06

17 12-096-34

18 M-0545016

19 12-032-03

20 24-086-16

21 24-086-17

22 12-199-53

PART

NO.

12-079-07

12-237-01

M-0664020

24-086-43

12-536-10

M-0443025

M-0443020

8 12-089-11

9 12-089-23

10 12-089-24

11 12-755-83

12 12-100-07

13 52-211-04

14 12-090-28

15 25-158-08

16 12-079-01

17 25-158-11

DESCRIPTION

Linkage, choke

Clamp, cable

Screw, lobed socket

M6xl.Ox20 (2)

Screw, hex. flange

Control, speed assembly

(Includes 6,8,9)

Screw, pan head

M4x0.7x25

Screw, pan head

M4x0.7x20

Spring, choke (2)

Spring, choke return

Spring, governor

Kit, governor lever (Includes

12-14)

Nut, hex flange 1/4 - 20"

Bolt, 1/4 - 20 X 1"

Lever, governor

Bushing, throttle linkage

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, throttle linkage

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519

CRANKSHAFT J

FUEL SYSTEM I

_a /s /iJ

C2_ 24 12

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271142

' OHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519

-'UEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT

(EY PART KEY PART

,IO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-0641060 Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) 1 12-014-37 Crankshaft (Includes 2)

3 X-22-11 Washer, star 1/4 2 12-139-01 Plug, cup

4 M-9629116 Stud M6xl.0x116 (2)

5 12-853-95 Kit, carburetor w/gasket

612-041-02

7 12-053-95

8 12-041-01

9 12-265-04

10 47-154-01

11 X-426-09

12 25-353-10

13 25-050-02

_IOTILLUSTRATED

12-757-02

12-757-03

12-041-01

12-041-02

12-041-65

12-041-06

12-632-06

12-757-33

12-041-06

12-454-01

25-452-20

12-454-03

M-0561010

M-0645020

(Includes 6,7,8 qty 1

12-454-01, 25452-20)

Gasket, air cleaner

Carburetor assembly

(For information only not

available separately)

Gasket, carburetor (2)

Deflector, heat

Clip cable

Clamp, hose (2)

Line, fuel 9"

Filter, fuel

Kit, float

Kit, carburetor repair

Gasket, carburetor

Gasket, air cleaner

Gasket, bowl

Gasket, bowl screw

Seal, solenoid

Kit, solenoid repair

Gasket, bowl screw

Tie, wire

Terminal

Tie cable

Screw, thread forming

M5X0.8X10

Screw, hex. flange

M6X1.0X20 (2)

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 25-072-04 Stud (2)

2 12-041-03 Gasket, exhaust manifold

4 12-126-11 Bracket, muffler

5 12-445-06 Strap, lifting

6 M-6645025 Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0x25 (2)

12-522-18 Short Block

12-755-82 Gasket Set

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

o"1

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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