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Owner's Manual

JCRIIFTSMAN°J

LAWN TRACTOR

17 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.271653

I _ This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-

gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A.

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

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

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

Product Specifications ........................... 6

Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 8

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sears Service ....................... Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

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

manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be

defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed

below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the

two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service

the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below).

For your convenience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30

days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Crafts-

man product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this

product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited

to blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.

• Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups

• 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 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 30 days of its

purchase date.

• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 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. During the

first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME.

After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be

available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman

product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

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

vary, from state to state.

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

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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.

Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_, 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 aload, while on a slope, is

dangerous. "13rescan 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

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

d_I, WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds, chemicals known

to the State of Califomia to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. 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 absolutely

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.

•Stow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always tum 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 unload-

ing 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 them-

selves and others from sedous injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and bum. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debds which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

I1. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can re-

sult 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.

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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 recommenda-

tions 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 _ose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

IlL 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.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

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• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers 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.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 1.25

Capacity and Unleaded and

Type: Regular

Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)

API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

_il Capacity: 3.0 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

(Gap: .030")

Ground Speed (MPH):

Forward: 1st 1.1

2nd 1.4

3rd 2.2

4th 3.4

5th 4.3

6th 5.5

Reverse: 1.7

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 12 PSI

Charging 3 Amps Battery

System: 5 Amps Headlights

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: UIR

Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of anew 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 a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

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.

_(_,WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an intemal 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 Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

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Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Locknut 1/2-20

(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4

,=_ Steering Wheel

Adapter

O

(1) Locknut 1/4-28

Steering

Extension

Steering Shaft

Boot

Seat

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

For Future Use

Slope Sheet Video Cassette

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

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

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

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

you begin,

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 3/4"wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 7/16"wrench (1) Utilityknife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in the

operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. 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 rolt off skid.

.Tabs

Extension

1/4 Locknut 1/4 Hex

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 1/4 hex bolt and Iockrlut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Rghten bolt and nut

securely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex

nut and tighten securely.

Steering

Shaft

CHECK BA'B'ERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

NOTE: 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 "BATFERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

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Seat Label

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

A)_WARNING: Before starting, read

understand and fo ow a nstructions 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.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Deflector

Mulcher

Plate

Latch

jlq Hooks

_ILCAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold

shield when attaching mulcher plate and

allow it to rest on plate while in opera-

tion.

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 de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

° Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

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 "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

/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:

,/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.

,I 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.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention 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.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

J

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT !

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE

ATrACHMENT HAT_J_RDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

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FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

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.

Ammeter

Throttle/Choke

Control

Attachment Ignition Switch

Clutch /

Clutch/Brake

Pedal --......

Light Switch

Uft

Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Parking Brake Lever

Gearshift 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.

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - 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.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

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.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the

way down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and

release pressure from clutch/brake

pedal. Pedal should remain in brake

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Position

Control

Ignition Key

,"Disengaged"

Position

Brake

"Engaged"

Position

"al

"Disengaged"

Position Position

Lever

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

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 "STOP" position

and remove key. Always remove key

when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position.

TO 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 gearshift lever,

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired

position.

3, Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER cu'n'ING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

•Grasp lift lever.

•Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

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• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO 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.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

,I(_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment

Clutch Lever Attachemnt

"Engaged"" Lever High

Position Position

"Disem

Position

Low

Position

Deflector

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. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

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 ATTACH-

MENTS

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. "13rescan lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

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ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do

not overfill. 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.

,_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

,_CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

(called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which

leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

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.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to disen-

gaged position.

4. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

5. 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)

6 When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50o F and

below)

6. When engine starts, leave throttle

control in choke position until engine

warms up and begins to run roughly.

Once rough running begins, immedi-

ately move the throttle control to the

fast position. Engine warm-up may

take from several seconds to several

minutes (the colder the temperature,

the longer the warm-up).

•The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: If at ahigh 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

'3"0 ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual).

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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 already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

tractor. This will result in a more even

distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

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1

t

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively high;

the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give

the mower cutting performance as well

as the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

•The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

•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 grass,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

MAX 1/3

• 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.

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AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Operator Presence and

TIntedock Systems If

RCheck for Loose Fasteners V' V_s If /

SharperL/Replace Mower Blades _s

TLubrication Chart I##

0 Check Battery Level

R Clean Battery and Terminals V'

Check Transaxle Cooling If

Check V-BeRs iI_

Check Engine Oil Level I_

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) I,_ U V*

Change Engine Oil (w_thout oil filter) _1.; V'

N Clean Air Filter _.s:

G Clean Air S_reen

NI Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester t,'

EReplace Oil Filter (If equipped) _.;

Clean Engine Cooling Fins If,

Replace Spark Plug _'/2

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter !,#'

1-Change more often when operating under a heavy load or

in high ambient temperatures.

2-Service more often when operating in dJrty or dusty conditions.

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Not f_luirisd if _lq_p_ with maintenance-free battery.

5-Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum.

DO not overitghten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

pedodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFOREEACHUSE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_ Spindle -- •_) Spindle

Zerk Zerk

(_Front Wheel

Bearing

Zerk Bearing Zerk

@Engine tI

I

II

I

i OGear-

'shift

i

---' _'--" Pivots

(DSAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL

(_GENERAL 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

17sparingly •

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 "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. 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

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. 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.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft.

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated. Mandrel Aspembly

Trailing _Blade _

Edge Up f'_.-'- = Center _/_'_ _\\

.

Flat Washer.'L_-_ .. _':_ _

Lock •_,

t°r

'_"-Blade Bolt (Grad_'*-'_

•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 agrinding 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"

Pin de

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.

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•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.

1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

2. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

3. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

4. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

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.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF- SJ. Se-

lect the oil's SAE viscosity grade accord-

ing to your expected operating tempera-

ture.

SAE VISCOS_ GRADES

F-20 O 3O _40 fo aO _o0

._0 _10 10 2O 3O 4O_3O C*

_PERA_IRE RANGE ._r _I_ATEO BER_YlE NEXT O_ CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption

when used above 32°F. Check your en-

gine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of op-

eration or at least once a year if the trac-

tor is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. 13ghten 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-SJ.

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto

the fitting.

Closed Oil Drain Valve

and -__

Locked _,_1_1" _. _DrainTube

Position

Yellow _;; .(_-:_" y

Cap -- _

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and tuming counterclockwise.

4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on

dipstick.

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

lOg hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

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Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner.

6. Reinstall pro-cleaner over cartridge.

7. Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Remove cartridge nut.

2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from entering carburetor.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

4. Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

Cover Knob

Nut

Pre-C_eaner Cartridge

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.

2. Remove hex bolts from blower

housing and lift housing off engine.

3. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry

of dirt.

4. Use compressed air or stiff bristle

brush to thoroughly clean engine

cooling fins.

5. To reassemble, reverse above

procedure.

Hex _ousing

Bolts _T_._:_ Bolts

Oil Fill/ - "

Dipstick Tube Air

',.Spark

Plug

Engine Cooling Fins

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-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.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels

free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

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_WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1, Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key "STOP" and remove key.

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

6. 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.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

9. 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

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with

retainer springs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer

spring.

7. Push clutch cable housing guide into

bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

8. Install belt onto engine pulley.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch Sprin!

Retainer $

Anti-Sway

-Z¢" •_

"" " """_ Square Hole

Suspension Arms ",._ igine Pulley

Link

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 adjust-

ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to mower to

ground __ ground

A_-_ _Ground Line VJ_

•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 roar, 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. The two front

links must remain equal in length.

•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.

"D" "D"

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

"E"

Suspension Arm

Lilt Link

Adjustment Nut

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.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

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 -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel

pulleys and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower"

in this section of this manual).

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Mandrel Idler

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear on a level dry concrete or

paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut =A" on brake

rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. 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 a Sears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut =A"

Nut

ting

Aim

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.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and

keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down be-

tween transaxle belt keepers and onto

the input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine

pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keep-

ers.

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Engine Pulley_

ciiiii::i tI

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TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock

gate) position. The adjustment is preset at

the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble with

crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

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 a Sears or other

qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks,

purchase and use tire sealant from

Sears. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Ring

Axle

Cover

I

Square Key f

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

_W TrERY

ARNING: 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

"BATIERY" 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 system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery(A-B), taking care not to short

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

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Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

,_WARNING: 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.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. 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 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood

at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off

of tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to

reconnect the headlight wire connec-

tor.

Hood

Headlight Wire

Connector

Terminal

Cover

/

/

/Rex

Bolt

Positive

(Red)

Cable

(Black) Cable

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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-mad engine

repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized

engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjustment

is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke position.

Slowly move lever from choke to fast

position.

2. Check that holes "A" in govemor control

lever and hole in governor plate line-up.

If holes "A" are not aligned, loosen clamp

screw and move throttle cable until holes

are aligned. Tighten clamp screw

securely.

Governor Governor

Lever Plate

Holes "A" Throttle

Screw Cable

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low

emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel

adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which

allows some adjustment within the limits

allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove

the lim_r cap. The limiter cap cannot be

removed without breaking the adjusting

needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the factory

and adjustment should not be necessary.

However, minor adjustment may be required

to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor

does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fueVair mixture.

Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter-

cloc_vise.).increases the supply of fuel to the

engine gswng a richer fueVair mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage tothe needle valve

andthe seat in carburetormay resultifscrew

isturned intootight.

PRELIMINARY SE'I-I'ING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assembled

to the carburetor when making carburetor

adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SE'n'ING -

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow

position. With finger, rotate and hold

throttle lever against idle speed screw.

Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750

RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve

full travel clockwise then counterclock-

wise untilengine runs rough. Turn valve

to a point midway between those two

positions. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

4. Move throttlecontrollever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

turn idle mixture valve out (counterclock-

wise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue

to adjust, if necessary, until engine

accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not

adjust or 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 a

Sears or other qualified service center,

which has proper equipment and experience

to make any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed [-]- _ _ Throttle

Screw__

Idle Mixture Valve

With Limiter

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Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure,

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. 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.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BA'n'ERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BA'I-FERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

•If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also,

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.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. 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)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4, 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.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded. 3.

4. Bad spark plug. 4.

5. Dirty air filter. 5.

6. Dirty fuel filter. 6,

7 Water in fuel. 7,

8. Loose or damaged wiring. 8.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment 9.

10,Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter. 1.

2. Bad spark plug. 2.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3.

4. Dirty fuel filter. 4.

5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment 7.

8. Engine valves out of 8.

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not 1.

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is 2.

engaged,

3. Weak or dead battery. 3.

4. Blown fuse, 4,

5. Corroded battery terminals. 5.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6.

7. Faulty ignition switch. 7.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8.

9. Faulty operator presence 9.

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery. 1.

2. Corroded battery terminals. 2.

3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

Replace spark plug.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace fuel filter,

Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug.

Recharge or replace

battery.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

Check all wiring,

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

Disengage attachment

clutch.

Recharge or replace

battery,

Replace fuse.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace ignition

switch.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Recharge or replace battery.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

See appropdate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

CAUSE CORREC_ONPROBLEM

Lossofpower

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run

when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves 3.

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter. 4.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5.

6. Faulty spark plug. 6.

7. Dirty fuel filter. 7.

8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8.

9. Water in fuel. 9.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

1. Set in =Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

11.Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

f3.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

.Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction,

not rotate mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt.

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley, 3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine "OFF"

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10.Improper blades used.

11 .Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Switch is "OFF".

2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned oul

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

.Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position

for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11 .Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

.Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

-BATTERY

RED

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

'_TE

_F_)G AI(

IGNITION

SWITCH

FUSE

,©;

I J

CLUTCH;BRAKE

(PEDALUP)

BLACK

BL_:K

(OPTIONAL)

STARTER

L ..... F

SOLENOID

WHITE

SEATSWITCH

,...... _ (NOTOCCUPfED)

p _ i I i

,o '

-?

_lF SPARK

su,cx _ IGNITION _ PLUGFUEL_ UNIT GAP 11r_-i

PLUGSON

a_t= PLINE II _f_NINCYL ENGINES) 9

bi_I_ING SY_EM _ _ V___ AC MH Q3_¢0 RpM

3 AMP OC • 31OOOFd_4 [CpIAR_NO SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

FUELSHUTOFF SOLENOID RE_.D ' P

(IF SOEQUIPPED) [ __

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. ASTHE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

HEADLIGHTS

/7

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

IGNmON SWITCH 0-

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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TRACTOR - -MODEL N UMBER 917.271653

ELECTRICAL

26

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1163465

2 74760412

8 176689

16 176138

21 175688

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 175158

27 73510400

28 4207J

29 121305X

30 175566

33 140403

40 179720

41 71110408

42 131563

43 178861

45 121433X

52 141940

90 180499

NOTE:

Battery

Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

BoxBattery Fender

Switch, Interlock

Harness Asm LightW/4152j

BulbUght #1156

Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red

Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire rod

Fuse 20 AMP

Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

SwitchPlunger Nc Gray

SwitchIgn

Key Ign MoldedCraftsman

Harness Ign

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

CoverTerminalRed

Solenoid

Ammeter Rectangular6 Amp

ProtectionWire Loop

Cover BatteryTerminal

All component dimensionsgive in U.S. inches

1 inch=25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

39

208

74

13 m°

208

34

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

2 176554

317060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

5 155272 BumperHood/Dash

9 1_E_37X013 Dash.

10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16xl

11 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H.

13 172105X010 Panel, Asm. SLKSCR Dash R.H.

14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 174330X558 HoodAssembly

26 STD541437 Nut, Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8-16 UNC

28 175049 Grillew/Lens Asm.

29 174332X599 Lens, Laser LT Clear Bar

30 175692X558 Fender

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Supporl

37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot

39 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser LT

58 150127 Duct Air Engine PL/LT

60 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

64 154798 Dash LowerSTLT

74 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

142 175702 Plate ReinforcementSTLT

143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Footrest

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

159 155123X428 Cupholder

161 164655 BumperHood

166 164863 Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 x3/4

206 170165 BoltShoulder 5/16-18"11"

207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/8-18 x 1/2

208 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

212 175143 Insert Lens Reflective

- - 5479J Plug, Button

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgive in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

25

22 26 27

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917.271653

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 Transexle(See Breakdown) 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5

Dana 4360-140 65 STD551143 Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 7/16

SpringReturn Brake T/a Zinc 66 154778 Keeper BeltEngine

PulleyTraasaxle 18/20" tires 70 134683 Guide BeltMower Drive RH

RingRetainer#5100-62 74 109502)( Spacer Split

StrapTorque 30 Degrees 75 121749)( Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 76 STD581075 E-dng#5133-75

RodShifterFender STLT 77 123583X Key Square

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 Cad 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16ga

Washer Plato Shf 388 Sq Hole 79 2228M KeyWoodruff

Bolt 1/4-28unf Gr8 W/Patch 80 131488 Arm, Shift

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 81 165594 ShaftAssembly

Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5 82 165711 Spring,Torsion

Nut Lock Hex w/ins. 5/16-18 Unc 83 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr.5 84 166229 UnkTransaxle

Nut Lock Hex W/ins. 3/8o18 Unc 85 150360 Nut, Nylock

Knob Rd 1/2-13 PlstcThds Stk 89 158391X428 Console,Shift,STLT

Rod Brake BIkZinc 26 840 90 124346X Nut, Sell-Threading, Washer

2 146682

3 123666X

4 12000028

5 121520X

6 17000512

8 165866

10 STD561210

11 105701X

13 74550412

14 1(X)40400

15 74490544

16 STD541431

18 STD523710

19 STD541437

21 106933X

22 130804

24 STD541237

25 106888X

26 STD551037

27 STD561210

28 175765

29 71673

30 174973

32 STD523107

34 175578

35 120183X

36 STD551062

37 STD571810

38 179114

39 7476O648

41 175556

47 127783

48 154407

49 123205X

50 72110612

51 STD541437

52 STD541431

53 105710)(

55 105709)(

56 17060620

57 160855

59 169691

61 17120614

62 8883R

63 175410

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

SpringRod Brake 2 00 Zinc

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga

Pin Getter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad

Rod Brake Parking Lt/Yt

Cap Brake Parking

Bracket Mtg Transaxle

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18unc x 3/4

Shaft Asm Pedal Foot

Bearing Nylon BIk629 Id

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 18 Ga

Pin Roll 3/16 x 1"

Pulley Composite Flat

Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16unc x 3

Keeper Belt Idler

Pulley Idler

Bencrank Clutch Grad Dry STL

Retainer Belt Style Spring

Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr 5

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

Link Clutch 7 66

Spdng Return Clutch 6 75

Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

V-Belt Gd Drive

Keeper Belt Centarspan

Screw 3/8-16 x .875

Cover Pedal BIkRound

Pulley Eng

96 STD624003

112 19091210

113 127285X

116 STD533710

120 73900600

150 175456

151 19133210

156 166002

158 165589

159 165494

161 72140406

162 73680400

163 74780416

164 19091010

165 165623

166 166880

168 165492

169 165580

170 178394

197 169613

198 169593

202 72110614

212 145212

Hd 1/4

RetainerSpring

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga

StrapTorque

Bolt RdHd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 1 Unc

Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1 .125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.5

Nut Crownlock1/4-20 UNC

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 UNC x I Gr.5

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga.

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt shoulder5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Lt

Keeper BeltT/A

NylinerSnap-In 5/8" iD

Washer Nyl 7/81Dx .105"

Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr.5

Nut Hsx Flange Lock

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgive in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 139768

2 175131

3 169840

4 169839

5 62661-1

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366,9

10 175121

11 STD551137

12 73940800

13 136518

15 145212

17 180641

26 126847X

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 13O465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19183812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749)(

44 180640

46 121232X

47 183226

51 73540400

54 71130420

65 160367

67 72140618

68 169827

71 175146

82 169835

85 13.3835

88 175118

91 175553

DESCRIPTION

SteeringWheel

Front AxleAssembly

SpindleAssembly, LH.

SpindleAssembly, R.H.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

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

Ring, Klip

Bearing,SteeringColumn

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unt

Spacer, Beadng, Front Axle

Nut Lock He:<Flange

Shaft Asm. Steering

Bushing,Unk, Drag

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Pin

Rod,Tie

Bushing,Steering

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

Cap Wheel Steer OPP BIk

Washer 9/16 ID x 2-3/8 OD. 12 Ga

Nut Lock 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

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Nut Crownlock 1/4-28

Bolt Hex 1/4-28 UNF x 1-1/4 Gr. 8

Spacer Brace Axle

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

Brace Axle

Steering Asm.

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Fastener Christmas Tree

Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 Unc

Clip Steering

NOTE: /MIcomponentdimensions givenin U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

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33

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

14

78

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 170545

2 17720408

3 ........

4 137352

13 165291

14 148456

16 STD551237

23 169837

29 137180

31 109202X

32 158990

33 123487X

DESCRIPTION

ControIThrottle/Choke

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20xl/2 T

Engine (See Breakdown)Briggs

Model310707-0137-E1

Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt

Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated

Tube Drain Oil

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

ShieldBRN/DBR Guard

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented

Clamp Hose BIk

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

37 137040

38 148315

40 124028)(

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19O91416

62 STD551131

72 71070512

78 17060620

81 73510400

LineFuel 20"

Plug Oil Drain

BushingSnap Nyl BIk Fuel Line

Screw HexwshThdrol 1/4-20x3/4

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

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4

Screw3/8-16x1-1/4

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20unc

NOTE: All component dimensionsgk,en inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

7

13

5

46

3

2

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19

13

13

32

19

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15

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 159460

2159471

3 105767X

4 12000002

519211621

6 120183X

7 125631X

8122365X

11 139865

12 139866

DESCRIPTION

Washer Asm Inner Spring W/

Plunger

Shaft Asm. LiftRH

Pin Groove

E Ring #5133-62

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

Bearing Nylong

Grip Handle Fluted

Button Plunger Read

Link Asm Lift L.H.

Link Asm Lift R.H.

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 175689 Trunnion Front Susp.

18 73800800 Nut LockWANsh1/2-13 Uric

19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift.

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

5

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21

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140122

2 140551

3 71110616

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 182493

11 166369

12 121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (b]k)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8o16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw 3/8-16 X 1 -1/2

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (bik)

Knob Seat

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

KEY PART

NO. NO.

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

21 171852

_'_ STD541431

24 19171912

25 127018X

DESCRIPTION

Bushing Snap Blk 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 Gr 5 Z_nc

Bolt Shoulder 3/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch =25.4 mm

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DECALS

742I0

2O

14

15

13

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156368

2 182018

3 177278

4 177279

5 181450

6 133644

7 177253

8 172331

9163204

10 156439

11 179128

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Oper. Instr. 12 146046

Decal, Replcmnt 13 181702

Decal, Hood Rh 14 160396

Decal, Hood Lh 15 138047

Decal, Hp Engine 20 149516

Decal, Maint Customer Sears Dom -- 138311

Decal, Hood Side - -165800X428

Decal Mower --165799X428

Decal, Fender Craftsman - - 183815

Decal, Fender Danger - - 183816

Decal, Deck

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-belt Dr Sch

Decal, Dash, Panel

Decal, V-belt Schematic

Decal Battery

Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, LiftHandle

Pad, Footrest LH STLT

Pad, FootrestRH STLT

Man ual, Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's(Spanish)

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap ValueTim

2 65139 StemValue

3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0- 6 Service

4 59904 Tube Inner Front #35060

5 106732)(624 Rim Asm 6"frontWhite Service

6 278H FittingGrease

79040H BearingFlange

11 9106108X624 Rim Asm 8"rear White Sen_ice

9106268X Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service

10 7152.J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

11 104757)(428 Cap Axle BIk 150 X 1 OO

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

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

157

158

34

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28

29

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21

23 24

25

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 165892

2 STD533107

3 138017

4 165460

5 STD624008

6 178024

8 85O857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 134149

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

16 174493

18 7214O5O5

19 132827

20 159770

21 STD541431

23 177563

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 13G968X428

28 19111016

29 131491

30 173984

31 129963

32 153535

33 178342

34 STD533717

36 131494

37 STD551037

40 STD541437

44 14O088

45 STD624003

46 137729

48 133944

49 174284

50 131340

51 STD541410

52 139888

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Mower Deck Assembly,42, 53 131845

Bolt 54 133943

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 55 155046

Front 56 165723

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 59 141043

RetainerSpdng 67 149846

Bar Sway Deck 68 144959

Bolt,Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 9_ STD541437

Washer, Lock 101 136420

Washer, Hardened 102 71081010

Blade,Mulching 103 19061216

Shaft Assembly,Mandrel, Vented 104 STD551110

Housing,Mandrel, Vented 105 160793

Beadng, Ball,Mandrel 106 2029J

Stripper,Vented Mower Deck 129 19131312

Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 130 STD523710

Bolt,Shoulder 131 STD533710

Baffle, Vortex 142 165890

NutCrewnlock5/16-18 UNC 143 157109

Bracket, Deflector 144 158634

Cap, Sleeve 145 165888

Spring,Torsion, Deflector 146 171977

Nut, Push 147 131335

Shield, Deflector 148 169022

Washer 11/32xsi8x16Ga. 149 165896

Red, Hinge 150 19091216

Screw Thd RollDed Pt. Hex 151 169670

Washer, Spacer 152 169676

Pulley,Mandrel 153 169674

Nut, Toplock, Flanged 154 169675

Bolt 155 169671

Pulley, Idler, Flat 156 169672

Washer 13/32x13/16x16Ga. 157 169669

Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC 158 17720408

Guard, MandreI, L.H. 159 72140614

Retainer - - 130794

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

Washer, Hardened

RollerAssembly,Cam Follower

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 - - 169583

Locknut

Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

DESCRIPTION

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer,Retainer

Guard,TUV Idler

KnobCustom Oval

V-Belt

Nut

MulcherCover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly,Bagger

Nut, Weld

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

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

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1

ArmSpringBrakeMower

Bracket Arm Idler42,

Keeper Belt42" ClutchCable

Pulley IdlerFlat

BoltCardage Idler

Spdng Extension

Spdng ReturnIdler

RetainerSpringYellowZinc

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

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch42 In

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring RetentionLever

Spacer

RedClutch

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

BoltTdhd Sgn 3/8-16UNC x 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Housing, Shaft and Shaft

Hardware Only - Pulley Not

Included)

Replacement Mower, Complete

NOTE: All componentdimensions giveninU.S.inchas

1inch = 26.4 mm

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DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140

26 27

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71 22

11.

24

35

52 53

8

57

42

59

55

45 45 47

48

49

50

61

59

62

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DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140

PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170981 Housing,Upper 40 120472X

2 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 41 105928)(

3 134400 Ball, Detent 42 170988

4 105904X Spring, Detent 43 134394

5 160940 Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X .482 44 t20473X

6 138235 Assy, Kit, Shifter 45 142678

7 108727X V-Ring 46 143697

8 148266 Bearing,Flange 47 124641X

9 148269 Seal, Oil 48 106589X

10 2225J Ring,Retaining 49 120408X

11 134793 "Assy, Kit, Shim, .625 Shaft 50 105937X

12 148268 Bearing,Flange 51 , 2226J

13 120415)( Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.38 X .046 52 134401

14 142674 Key, Woodruff, No. 9 53 2264J

15 170983 Assy, Kit, Input Shaft 54 160946

16 170986 Pinion, Bevel, 12T 55 170990

17 1059_3X Ring,Retaining 56 160948

18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 57 110071X

19 160942 Cover, Detent 58 120952X

20 160943 Gear, Spur, 1 2T 59 170991

21 148267 Collar,Clutch 60 160950

22 138236 Assy, Kit, Clutch Keys 61 170992

23 73810500 Nut, Lock, 5/16-24 62 7294J

24 142676 Shaft, Intermediate 63 108989X

25 2244J Key, Woodruff, No. 61 64 160952

26 105916)( Ring,Retaining 65 120954X

27 12047OX Sprocket, 1 8T 66 160953

28 110070X Spacer, 1. 131 X 1.45 X.494 67 138244

29 142677 Gear, Spur, 37T 68 108996X

30 142681 Gear, Spur, 35T 69 160954

31 124644X Gear, Spur, 30T 70 120951X

32 108980X Gear, Spur, 25T 71 174256

33 129406X Gear, Spur, 22T 72 120416X

34 134796 Gear, Spur, 19T

35 105925X Washer, Plain, .640 X 1.37 X .061

36 2228J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .046

37 170987 Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .031

38 174255 Assy, Gear, Comb., 121"&30T

39 124639)( Shaft, Idler

Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755

Sprocket, 9T

Gear, Bevel, 36T

* Assy, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft

Shaft, Drive

Gear, Spur, 12T

Gear, Spur, 15T

Gear, Spur, 20T

Gear, Spur, 25T

Gear, Spur, 28T

Gear, Spur, 31T

Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .060

Washer, Neoprene

Washer, Plain, .758 X 1.25 X .031

Axle, LH

Gear, Miter, 1 2T, Splined

Ring,Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32T

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 1 2T, Idler

Axle, RH

Housing,Lower

Disc, Brake

Spacer, Brake Puck

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Tapping, 5/16-18 X 2.35

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Plain, .321 X 1.00 X .055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Puck, Friction

Washer, Anti Rotation

Grease

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

*Use invarious combinations to maintainproper

clearances.

** Order Kay No. 15.

**° Silicone Sealant to be applied between Upper and

Lower Housings (usa Loctite Ultra Grey Silicone5699

or equivalent).

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BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER310707,TYPENUMBER0137-E1

"k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

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BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER310707,TYPENUMBER0137-E1

467_ 971_

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

5_ 803

1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS

524_

287 _

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TRACTOR --MODEL NU MBER 917.271653

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET "l

5,_ '3;'0 ,76,_

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

Q 8o8

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125A1 141B I ._

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I 130A_ _231A_U

I 987A@ I

I --"" I _104A_

1127A_

185A _276A

,47A

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

104_1270 276_ 987® 95e

634A_e534_ 1170 231_'

137_ _51_'_

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

3_ 524_ 842 <_

691@ 176_

121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

51_ 95A_ 276A 0

104A _127A

105A$987A®

137A O231A_

977A CARBURETOR GASKET SET

51 276A

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BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1690156 Cylinder Assembly 105 231855 _Valve-Float Needle

2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 105A 694922 _Valve-Float Needle

3391086 •Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 106 690577 Seat-Inlet

4 494238 Sump-Engine 108 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

5 690188 Head-Cylinder 108A 692344 Valve-Choke(Choke-A-Matic)

7 692410 o+ Gasket-Cylinder Head

B495735 Breather Assembly 1088 695419 VaNe-Choke(Nikk{ Carburetor)

9 27803 • Gasket-Breather 117 692408 OJet-Main (Standard)

t0 69 t 666 Screw (Breather Assembly) 692411 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

11 691328 Tube-Breather 117A 695415 OJet-Main (Standard)

12 692226 •Gasket-Crankcase (.015 695416 OJet-Main (High Altitude)

Thick, Std) 121 690191 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

692406 •Gasket-Crankcase (.005 121A 695427 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Thick) 125 690194 Carburetor

692405 °Gasket-Crankcase (.009 125A Carburetor (Nikki) (Service

Thick) with Walbro Carburetor)

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 127 695005 OPlug-Welch

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 127A 690727 1_ Plug-Welch

16 690136 Crankshaft 130 691750 Valve-Throftle

20 291675 ° Seal-Oil 130A 695418 Valve-'rhroftle

22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Cover) 131 494379 Kit-ThrotUe Shaft

23 693557 Flywheel 131A 695421 Kit-Throttle Shaft

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 133 494381 Float-Carburetor

25 692271 Piston Assembly (Standard) 133A 694914 Float-Carburetor

692272 Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.) 137 281165 O_ Gasket-Float Bowl

692273 Piston Assembly (.020 O.S.) 137A 695426 O:1: Gasket-Float Bowl

692274 Piston Assembly (.030 O.S.) 141 495097 Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual

26 690162 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) Choke)

692164 Ring Set-Piston (.010 O.S.) 141A 495931 Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke-A-

692166 Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S. !Matic)

692168 Ring Set-Piston (.030 O.S.t 141B 695420 Kit-Choke Shaft (Nikki)

27 691299 Lock-Piston Pin 142 692412 ONozzle-Carburetor

28 498319 Pin-Piston (Standard) 146 691639 Key-Timing

498320 Pin-Piston (.020 O.S.) 167 692297 Air Cleaner Stud Seal

29 692419 Rod-Connecting (Standard) 176 691917 • O-Ring Seal (Air Cleaner)

499940 Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.) 186 692317 Connector-Hose

32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

33 495856 Valve-Exhaust Length)

34 495857 Valve-Intake 188 691693 Screw (Control Bracket)

35 691279 Spring-Valve (Intake) 192 691986 Adjuster-Rocker Arm

36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 202 691841 Link-Mechanical Governor

37 690456 Guard-Flywheel 209 692208 Spring-Governor

40 691752 Retainer-Valve 216 69 t 840 Link-Choke

43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 217 695409 Spring-Choke Return

45 690564 Tappet-Valve 222 694042 Bracket-Control

46 692421 Camshaft 227 691374 Control Lever-Governor

48 692706 Short Block (311707-0028- 231 691636 O Screw (Choke Valve)

E1 Replacement Engine) 231A 690716 _ Screw (Choke Valve)

50 690193 Manifold-Intake 232 691842 Spring-Governor Link

51 692137° _:1:+ Gasket-Intake 238 691843 Cap-Valve

53 690227 Stud (Carburetor) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel

54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold) 265 691024 Clamp-Casing

73 690492 Screen-Rotating 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

74 691674 Screw (Rotating Screen) 276 692255 _:l: Sealing Washer

75 690582 Washer (Flywheel) 276A 695410 I_:I: Sealing Washer

78 690661 Screw (Flywheel Guard) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

93 690602 Bushing-Throttle Shaft High Speed: 3000-3200

94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture

94A 695425 Kit-Idle Mixture Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

95 691636 _ Screw (Throttle Valve) 358

95A 690718 (_ Screw (Throttle Valve) _Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

96 495800 Kit-Idle Speed No. 121and121A

98A 695408 Kit-Idle Speed _included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

104 690525 OPin-Float Hinge No. 977 and 977A

104A 694918 QPin-Float Hinge + included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

287 691002 Screw (Dipstick Tube) 789 692037 Hamess-Widng

304 690844 Housing-Blower 789A 695050 Hamess-Widng

305 690960 Screw (Blower Housing) 797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer)

306 690499 Shield-Cylinder 801 691429 Cap-Drive

307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 802 691286 Cap-End

309 693551 Motor-Starter 803 693757 Housing-Starter

310 690323 Screw (Starter Motor) 830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm)

311 497608 Brush Set 842 691870 •Dipstick/Tube Seal

333 495859 Armature-Magneto 847 496415 Dipstick/Tube Assembly

334 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto) 851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug

337 491055 Spark Plug 868 690968 -+ Seal-Valve

344 693675 Screw (Cable Clamp) 871 690969 Bushing-Guide

358 690189 Engine Gasket Set 875 694942 Base-Air Cleaner

363 19203 Flywheel Puller 877 393456 Wire-Connector/Alternator

369 695422 Spdng-Float Bowl 883 692236 °Gasket-Exhaust

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)

404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 934 691058 Screw (Fan Retainer)

445 496894 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 947 497672 Solenoid-Fuel

455 691173 Cup-Flywheel 947A 695423 Solenoid-Fuel

462 691261 Washer (Brush Retainer) 967 272043 Filter-Pre Cleaner

467 691668 Knob-Air Cleaner 968 691916 Cover-Air Cleaner

474 691063 Alternator 971 692129 Screw (Air Cleaner Base)

503 691532 Strap-Starter 975 495933 Bowl-Float

505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 975A 695417 Bowl-Float

510 693699 Drive-Starter 977 690192 Sat-Carburetor Gasket

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 977A 695428 Set-Carburetor Gasket

523 692014 Dipstick 987 691326 •SeaI-ThretUe Shaft

524 281370 •Seal-Dipstick Tube 987A 690998 Seal-Throttle Shaft

525 691398 Tube-Dipstick 996 690678 Carburetor Shield

544 692034 Armature-Starter 1005 695056 Fan-Flywheel

552 491986 Bushing-Governor Lever 1006 690452 Retainer-Fan

562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1019 690180 Kit-Label

579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable) 1022 272475 ,+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1023 691192 Cover-Rocker

614 691620 Pin-Cotter 1026 692003 Rod-Push (intake)

616 692012 Crank-Governor 692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust)

617 692138 •O-Ring Seal (Intake Manifold) 1029 691751 Arm-Rocker

633 695414 Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod

634 690801 I_ Seal-Spring Assembly 1036 695700 Label-Emissions

(Manual Choke) 1051 691265 Retainer-Brush

634A 690802 O Seal-Spring Assembly 1058 274789 Owner's Manual

(Choke-A-Matic) 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 1091 691333 Cap-Limiter

668 691323 Spacer 1095 690190 Valve Gasket Set

691 692407 °Seal-Governor Shaft 1119 691183 Screw (Alternator)

692 690572 Spring-Detent 1127 691657 Screw (Float Bowl)

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1127A695407 Screw (Float Bowl)

711 690703 Screw (Carburetor Shield) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

718 690959 Pin-Locating High Speed: 3000-3200

727 490324 Cover-Starter Drive

729 691335 Clip-Wire Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

729A 691224 Clip-Wire 358

732 691002 Screw (Starter Drive Cover) O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

733 691658 Screw (Crankshaft Extension) No. 121and121A

741 691284 Gear-Timing :1: Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

757 691714 Link-Counterweight No. 977 and 977A

758 692423 Counterweight + Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

759 691239 Pin-Counterweight 1095

761 691096 Screw (Counterweight) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

783 693713 Gear-Pinion inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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