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Owner's Manual

ICRRFTSMRN°[

20 HP

ELECTRIC START

48" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272233

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mon -Sat

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

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

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

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

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

Assembly .............................................. 8

Operation ............................................ 12

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18

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

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

Storage ............................................... 29

Troubleshooting ................................. 30

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

Pads Ordering ..................... Back Cover

LIMITEDTWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

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

matedal or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by retuming your

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

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

productis in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:.

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

objectsthat 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

debds, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscon-

tained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for

commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATrERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will not hold acharge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty

service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman ddingequipment to

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

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

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

WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-8004-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other nghts which

may vary from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT: This curling mach ne s capabe of amputating hands and feet and

throwingobjects. Failure to observe the followingsafety instructions could result in

serious injuryor death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Onl_ allow responsible adults, who are

famdiar 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

i_ople before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

utely necessary, h3ways look down

and behind before and while back ng.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

DO not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

_•Slow down before turning.

Never leave e running machine

unattended. /dways turn off blades, set

parking brake stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

Turn off btades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificia|

light.

•Do not operate the machine while

under the inftuance ol alcohol or dru_s.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related inufies. These olj)erators

should evaluate the r abihty to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect t.hemselves and others from

senous injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn.

Do not allow the mower deck to plow

leaves or other debris 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.

I|. SLOPE OPERATION

S opes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipever accidents, wh ch can

result in severe in ury or death. At| stopes

require extra caution. Ifyou cannot back up

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO*.

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for ho|es, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide ob-

stacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Usa extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on aslope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes untsss neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if e wheel is over

the edge of acliff or ditch, or ifan edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabitize 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 olt if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never cerry 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 bSnd

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

end vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

•Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

•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 ol another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for smal_ 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 aslope. 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-

sap/, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTION!II BECOME ALERT!I! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

ACABTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs, always

disconnect spark plug wire and place

wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

ACAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral,you may lose control of the

tractor.

ACAUTION: 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 aslope. Too

heavy of aload, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

A, WARNING: Engine exhaust some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

AWARNING: Battery posts terminals and

re ated accessories conta n ead and ead

compounds, chemicals known to the State

of Califomia to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. Wash

hands after handUng.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

SASOLINE 3,5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 10w30 (above32=F)

IAPI-SF-SJ): SAE5W-30 Ibelow 32_F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 4.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

SAP: .030")

GROUND SPEED 1st 1.2

(MPH): 2nd 1.5

3rd 2.4

4th 3.5

5th 4.8

6th 5,3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSi

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U 1R

BLADE BOLT 45-55 F"ELBS.

I'ORQUE:

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

your nearest Seem or other qualified

service center. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools

to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswilt 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 instructionsunder "Mainte-

nance_and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_I_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

aspark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lends. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center. (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

SteeringWheel

SteedrN

Steeiing Sleeve

_her

17/32x 1-3/16x 12

(1) Knob_Gauge

(4) Shoulder Bolt

(4) Retainer Sodnas

(doubl6 Io6"p)

Mower

(5) Retainer Springs

(double loop) - _(1)Front Plate

_(2)Flanged

--_ Pins

(2) Retainer Springs (single loop)

i(4) AdjustingBar _ L _

' _ 3/_4x)3_she_SG a (4_ Pins

O_ (4) Wheels (4) Locknut 3/8-16

(2) Locknuts 5/16-18

-- _ _ _Nose Relier

I/lllll]lnlbllllLIIIIbllLI1....

=r (2) Hex Bolts rD-lU X1 _ Brackets

(2)Washers

17/32x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Key Slope Sheet '

Video

Cassette ForFuture Use

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

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" Wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/

(1) 1/2" wrench ddve ratchet

(1) Utility knife (1) Pliers

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from shipping carton.

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

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

3. Remove mower and package materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

A'I-rACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove look nut and large flat washer

fromsteering shaft.

2. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are hodzontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adaptor.

5. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with lock nut and large flat

washer previously removed. Tighten

securely.

6. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

7. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

_SteeringWheel

IIn ert

I/ /I Nut

SteeringWheel

SteeringWh_l_

Adaptor_

Shaff--__ ,L ,,

Sleeve ... -

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BA'I'rERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: Ifthis battery is put intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BA'I-FERY"inMAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for

charging instructions).

_:'_;"i.-" "-_^:"

/o.. Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1, Remove adjustment knob and flat

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. Placeseatonseatpansoheadof

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pen.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat end pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sitin seat.

7. Slide seat until acomfortable 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.

SeatPan-__

_. /_ Shoulder

Bo_t

Rat Washe.,__"

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropdate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press liftlever plunger end 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.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_I,WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in ewell-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 end 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" pos_on and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal end

slowly ddve tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGEWHEELSTO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper positionwhen

operating mower. Be sure they are

propedy adjusted to ensure optimum

mower performance.

1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge

wheel bar aligning holes are on top.

Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and

3/8-16 center Iocknuts and tighten

securely.

2. For ease of mower to tractor assem-

bly, raise gauge wheels to highest

position and retain with clevis pins

and spring retainers.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before

operating mower. See "1"OADJUST

GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation

section of this manual.

TOATTACHNOSEROLLER

1. Positionbrackets,17/32x7/8x16

gaugewashers,andnoseroller

betweendeckmountingbracketsas

shown.Besuretopositionbrackets

oncorrectside,as shown.

2. Install hex bolts and look nuts as

shown. Tighten hardware securely.

NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are posi-

tioned in tab holes in deck brackets.

TabHole

_Nose Roller

Lock , .

(i'_ ._'_ Nut B Bracket

• Was,ar

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be suretractorison leve_surfaceand mower

su_ arms are _withattachment

liftcontrol.Engageparkingbrake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar to left side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to fight side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped,turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

liftcontrol.

5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disen-

gaged position.

6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

7. Place the suspension arms on

outward pointing deck pins. Retain

with double loop retainer spring with

loops up as shown.

8. Installfront plate assembly to tractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

9. Position front plate assembly between

front mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and

insert flanged pins. Secure pins with

double loop retainer springs between

the plate assembly and mower

brackets.

Belt Tension Rod

Lock Bracket

Chassis

Gauge

Wheel

Double

Sprin Anti-Sway Ba

USEPUERSFOR Suspension Arms

RETAINER SPRINGS Doub e Loop

j_ Retainer Spdng

//_F. \(Outward pointing

,_ jLoop Up deck pins)

Electric Front

Clutch Suspention

Pulley Brackets Front Plate

Front

Mower

Bracket _

Single

Loop

Retainer

Spdngs

Deflector Sheild

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in

flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with

notchon head of pin. If necessary, move

mower side-to-side to give space

between plate and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

10. Engage belt tension rod by pushing

rod into looking bracket.

_CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have atight grip on rod and

engage slowly.

11.Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrestand retain

with double loop retainer spring.

12.If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob clockwise to remove slack from

mower suspension.

13. Raise deck to highest position.

14.Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation

section of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tireson your tractorwere ovednflatod

at the factory for shippingpurposes.

Correct tire pressureis important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressureto PSi shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results,mower should be

properlyleveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER

HOUSING" in the Serv;ce and Adjustments

section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER PosmoN OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion,mower drive, and mower blade

drive belts inthe Service and Adjustments

sectionof thismanual. Verifythat the belts

are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn howto operate yourtractor,

check to see that the brake is propedy

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"inthe

Service and Adjustmentssectionof this

manual.

o/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.

v"No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is properly prepared and

charged.(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-fo-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 property around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check widng. 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 w_thfresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

/Become familiar with all controls -their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

L_HT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED MOWER LIFT

_r_'l R N H L

AT[ACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED

®3I

PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFEI_( RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEp HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(AutOmaticModelsonly)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

various controlsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Position

Ammeter Houn'neter

Choke Control Attachment

Clutch Switch

Throttle Control

Clutch/Brake

Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lever

Our tractors conformto the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turnsthe headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL -Used to control

engine speed.

CHOKE CONTROL -Used when starting

a cold engine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER -Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

A'I-rACHMENTLIFT LEVER -Used to raise,

lower,and adjustthe mowerdeckor other

attachmentsmountedto yourtractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for startingand

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch,'brake

into the brake position.

HOURMETER - Indicateshoursof operation.

IThe 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 firstsetting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

=BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Piece parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in =BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Push-Into AttachmentClutch

C-- =Disengaged" SwitchPullOutTo

noKe =En a e_

_ _ _lgnition Ge_rrShift

=B_ _,_'_:_"_ /3<ey Lever

Clutch/Brake \ =Engaged"Position

Pedal=Drive" "Disengaged"

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch switchto "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

•To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

•Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle controlto slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

•Turn ignition key to "OFF' position and

remove key. Always remove kay when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use,

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any positionother than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause =browning"of grass. To eliminate

this possibility,always stop engine when

stoppingtractor on grass areas.

_CAUTION: Always stoptractor com-

pletely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE TH RO'I-I'LE CONTROL

Always operate angina at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle otters the best begging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke controlwhenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

•To engage choke control, pug knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

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: Bringtractor to a complete

stop before shiftingor changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxla.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The positionof the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

•Grasp liftlever.

•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

tipwith the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

dudng hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are propedy adjusted

when they are slightlyoff the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

positionto help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to

desired cutting height.

2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin

which secure each gauge wheel bar.

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise

gauge wheels slightlyto align holes in

bracket and gauge wheel bar end

insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels

should be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

5. Besure all gauge wheels ere in the

same setting.

IMPORTANT; Be sure to readjust gauge

wheels if you change the cutting height

of the mower deck.

Spdn!

Clevis

TO OPERATE MOWER

Yourtractor 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.

_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To

"Engage"

Attachment Lift Lever

High Position

Deflector

Shield

PushInTO

"Disengage"

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

A, CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightlyas you restart movement.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Make all turns slowly.

TOTRANSPORT

•Raise attachment liftto highest position

with attachment liftcontrol.

•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 protecthood from damage

when transportingyour 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 AI-FACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specificationsof the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Too heavy of a load, while on aslope, ss

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTINGTHE 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. Unthread and remove oil flit cap/

dipstick;wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstickinto the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the

cap onto the tube. Remove and read

oil level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oilfor easier starting(See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance sectionin this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, ctean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tem-

peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

a,_kooWARNING:Experience indicates that

hol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids duringstorage. 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 untilthe fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in thefuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill.Wipe off any

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

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

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 fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to =START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuouslyfor

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start alter

several attempts, push choke control

in, wait a few minutes and try again. If

engine still does not start, pull the

choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F and

above)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in untilthe engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightlyfor a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow itto warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

below)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in untilthe engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, untilthe

choke control is fully in. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

controlout sn_htlyfor a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

•The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may

require the choke control be pulled out

slightly.

NOTE: Ifat a highaJtitude(above3000 feet)

orin coldtemperaturss(below32 F) the

carburetor fuel mixturemay need to be

adjustedfor best enginepedormance.See

%0 ADJUST CARBURETOR" in theService

and Adjustmentssectionof thLsmanual.

MOWlNGTIPS

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual

•The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippingsand more uniform

cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippingswill

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the qualityof cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _, _/_/_//_'_/_ _/_e,_/

AS YOU COMPLETE _,_ _

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual. Some adjustments will need to

be made periodically to properly maintain

your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

• Once ayear you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

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

Wh_l

Beadng

Ze_

"(_FmntWheai

Beadng

Ze_

Mandrel

Zerks ',:

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_) SAE 30 or 10w30 Moto_ 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 willattract

dust and dirtthat will shorten the life of

the sell-lubdcafing beadngs. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

if tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stoppingdistance 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

fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and

interlock systems are working properly. If

your tractor does not function as de-

scribed below, repair the problem

immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed and

attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without flint 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 resultsmower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest positionto

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex 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 hex bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

5. Tighten bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade belt is Grade 8 heat

treated. Mandrel

Trailing Assembly

Rat

Lock Washsr_

Hex Bolt,,,.._D

(Grade8)*_ Hole

*A Grade8 HeatTreatedBoltCan Be

IdentifiedBySix LinesOnThe BoltHead

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade, but if you do, be sure the blade

is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while it is on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructionssupplied

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 onto an unthreaded portion

of the steel boltor pin and holdthe bolt

or pin parallel with the ground. If blede

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.

CenterHole J

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BATrERY

Your tractor has abattery charging system

which is sufficientfor normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean,

•Keep battery belts 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 BA'I-FERYAND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak _

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2, Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery fromtractor,

3, Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4, Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5, Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BA'I-I'ERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual),

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts it they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrictcooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once ayear if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

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

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in asuitable cont_ainer.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove cap from end of drain valve

and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

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 untilthe

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. Insert dipstick into the

tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube when taking reading. Keep oil

at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

Oil Drain Valve

Closed

and

Locked

Position

Cap

DrainTube

CLEANAIRSCREEN

Airscreenmustbekept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with ewire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing end other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstaned.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

btecked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty airfilter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Loosen knob and remove 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. Allow

itto dry.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Replace adirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will

damage the cartridge.

6. Remove nut and cartridge plate.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

10.Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

Foam

Knob_

Rubber

Se_

Cadddge

Plate

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change ifthe tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type end gap setting are

shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each seeson. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Piece 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

Clamp--"f _ FuelNiter

CLEANING

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

of ell 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 resultin ashortened

21 engine life.

_CAUTION: 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 "OFF" 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 contactwith plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

1. Place attachment clutch in uDISEN-

GAGED" posit_on.

2. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob to lowest setting.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Disengage bolt tension red from look

bracket.

•kCAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have

a tight grip on red and release slowly.

5. Remove retainer spdng holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

6. Remove four retainer springs from

front plate assembly and remove

plate.

7. Remove retainer springs from

suspension arms at deck and disen-

gage arms from deck.

8. Raise attachment lift to its highest

position.

9. Slide mower forward and remove bolt

from electdc clutch pulley.

10.Slide mower out from under nght side

of tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in =INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in the

Assembly section of this manual.

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" sectionof this

manual). If tires are over or

undednflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

•At the midpointof 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

linkadjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

Belt Tension Rod ,,?

(Disengagad_....----'_i

Position)

Suspension

Arms Etectdc

Front Mower Clutch Pulley

Bracket Front

Plate

Chassis

Retainer

Anti-Sway

Bar

Spnngs

;prings

(Both Sides)

Mower

Bracket

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

•Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

BottomEdgeof BottomEdgeof

Mowerto Ground Mowerto Ground

=A__ Suspensi°n

J L _\\ Lift Unk

_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 linksequally 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 linksare not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

tums.

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

at frontthan rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

•When distance "13"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.

=_ oo Blade

a = o =

BOTH "FRONTLINKS MUST BE EQUAL

IN LENGTH

-Nut "E"

Nut

Front Plate Trunnion

Assembly

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface.

Engage parking brake.

2. Lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket.

A, CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have

a firm grip on rod an release slowly.

4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck

surface,

6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from

rear deck bracket by removing

retainer spring.

7. Carefully roll bolt over the top of R.H.

mandrel pulley.

8. Remove bait from electric clutch

puney.

9. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

10.Check primary idler arm and two

idlers to see that they rotate freely.

11.Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and spring arm.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

12. Install belt in both idlers.

13.Install new belt onto electric clutch

pulley.

14.Carefully roll belt into upper groove of

R.H. mandrel pulley.

15.Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly.

16.Reconnoct R.H. suspension arm to

rear deck bracket with retainer spdng.

17. Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover.

18.Engage belt tension rod by pushing

rod into locking bracket.

Bait Tension Rod R.H. t w

(Disengaged Mandrel

Position) Electdc

_, Idler /Clutch

•Pulley

R•H,

a•H,

Prir'nar_

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake.

1. Remove mower ddve belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this sectionof this manual).

2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this sectionof this manual).

3. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

4. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel

pulley.

5. Remove belt from center mandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel

pulley.

6. Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface•

7. Check secondary idler arm and idler

pulley to see that they rotatefreely.

8. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and secondary spring arm.

9. Install new belt in lower groove ol R.H.

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center

mandrel pulley as shown.

10.Carefully roll belt over L.H. mandrel

pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves

propedy.

11.Reinstall L.H. mandrel cover.

12. Reinstall mower to tractor (See

"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"

in the Assembly section of this manual).

13. Reassemble mower drive belt (See

"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"

in this section of this manual).

LH. Mandrel Secondary Idler Arm

Spring Arm

Idler Pulls

Center Mandrel

R.H. Mandrel

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

side of the transaxle.

Iftractor requires more than six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in highest

gear on alevel dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brakepeda_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" untildistance

becomes 1-1/2". Retightenjam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractorfor properstopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stoppingdistance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

Nut"A"

Jam Nut

_ _ _n¥-ting

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 leftfootrest.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in thissection of this

manual.)

2. Disconnect clutch wire hamass.

3. Remove clutch Iocator.

4. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from trensaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

6. Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around

electdc clutch.

7. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Electric

Clutch_

Clutching_..-

Idler--""-

Stationa_.

tdler---"f

Transaxle

Pulley

Clutch

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shiftlever is in neutral (N) (look

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

BoR Lock

G_e

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to dght)when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructionsin the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact your nearest 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

wheel contains asquare 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, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

ReOi,oQ

TO STARTENGINEWITI'I AWEAK

BA'rTERY

_,CAUTION: Leed-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

"BA'I3"ERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumpercables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehisel must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACHJUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable 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.

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

REPLACING BATrERY

ACAU.TION: Do not short batter/

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, dogs, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift hoed to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

4. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and kepe nut.

Tighten securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

Keps Nut _f._ ex B°lt

Terminal "_,i_"%::_:_ --_ ,_

Access ..::_" j" _-:

Door _

Terminal _ .[_--Positive (Red)

Guar_.j_ I _Cable

_'_ _" Negative

(Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT LAMP

_I,CAUTION: When lit the halogen lamps

get extremely hot. Hold lamp assembly ey

the holder and do not touch the bulb.

1. Raise hood.

2. Disconnect harness from lamp

assembly.

3. Rotate counterclockwise and pull

lamp assembly out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

4. Insert new lamp assembly and rotate

clockwise to lock.

5. Reconnect harness to lamp assembly.

6. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractorto 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 islocated

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, tilttoward engine and liftoff of

tractor.

4. To replace,

reverse above procedure.

Hood

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle controlhas been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check that speed control lever is

against stop screw. If it is not, loosen

casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cable until lever is against screw.

Tighten clamp screw securely.

Idle Fuel Adjusting Idle Speed

Needle

Screw

Control

Cable

_hoke

Cord

/Cable

Stop ) Screw

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary, check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor

choke (See =AIR FILTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed For

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been present at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

In (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture.Turning the adjusting needles out

(countemlockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SE'I-rlNG -

1. Be sure you have a clean air filter, and

the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see "TO ADJUST

THRO'I-I'LE CONTROL CABLE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle In (clockwise) closing it finger

tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1turn.

FINAL SE'I-I'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.

NOTE: The high idle is sat at the factory

and cannot be adjusted.

2. Idle seeed settino - With throttle

control lever in slow position, engine

should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine

idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed

adjusting screw in or out until correct

idle is attained.

3. Idle fuel needle setting -With throttle

oontrol lever in slow position, turn idle

fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise)

until engine speed decreases and

then turn out (countemlookwise)

approximately 3/4 turn to obtain the

best low speed performance.

4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if

necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

5. Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle

out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.

Repeat test and continue to adjust, if

necessary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Ne_._rtamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. Ifyou think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact a Sears or other quaJilied

servicecenter, which has proper equip.

ment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end ofthe season or ilthe

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside abuilding

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

aperiod of time, clean itthoroughly,

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 instructionsin

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.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BA'I-I'ERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

•Alter 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: Itis important to prevent

gum depesites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank duringstorage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of and 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.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) end 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 ignitionkey 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 inyour

gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover itto give protectionfrom dust

and did.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

cation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

WIll not start 1. Out of fuel.

Hard to start

Enginewlll not

turn over

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch,

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9, Faulty operator presence

swithch(es).

t, Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged widng.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

Engine clicks but

NIII not start

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attemptingto start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refilltank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

8. Check all widng.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all widng.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center..

1. Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

; 3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all widng.

7. Checldmplace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all widng.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss_power 1. Cuffingtoo muchgras_oo

Excessive

_bratlon

Englnecontlnues

to run

when operator

leaves seat

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

fast.

2. Throttle in =CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirtyfuel filter.

8. Stale or dirtyfuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

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.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildupof grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refilltank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/fins.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service 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.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

corrected, 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. Ctean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

"ROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Mowerbladeawlll 1+ Obstruction in clutch 1, Remove obstruction.

not rotate mechanism.

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

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley• 3. Replace idler pulley.

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

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(If so equipped)

2. Travel speed too fast,

3. Wet grass.

. Mowerdecknotlevel

•Low/unevantire air

pressure•

6. Worn,bentor looseblade,

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

i3. °F_tultyIJgh!switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring•

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.

fO.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 widng and

connections•

5. Replace fuse.

5. Blown fuse.

Battery will not 1. Bad battery cell(s). 1. Replace battery.

¢hsrge 2. Poor cable connections. 2. Check/clean all

connections.

3. Faulty regulator 3. Replace regulator.

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

Englne"beckllres" 1. Engine throttle control not 1. Move throttle controlto

whenturnlng set at "SLOW" position =SLOW" positionand allow

Dnglne"OFF" for 30 seconds before to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine• stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

AMMETER

BATTERY

FUSE

IGNmON SWITCH

iFUEL OPERATOR PRESENCE

UNE ARELAY #1 ,

,SPARK '

PLUG

I_IGNITION GAP I_

•....... UNIT PLUGS ON

SOLENOID I "i_llN CYL ENGINES)

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

_SyST_OLrr_w m_L_ I_O0nm

_ • -I__TERNATOR:

PTO SWITCH /_

HEAD-LIGHTS _/ C_'_CUR"

OFF _C÷GIO÷H

ON ÷FIB÷ErA÷D G F C

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS H B

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVEO FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO O A

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRtNG,

ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

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

8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2

11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push NylOn Battery Front 1/4

16 153664 Switch IntedOCkPush-In

21 175449 Harness, Light

25 178909 Cable, Battery

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Kabs Hex 1/4-20 UNC

28 145491 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Seat

30 175442 Switch, Ignition

33 175447 Key, Molded, Craftsman

40 178452 Harness, Ignition

42 154336 CoverTerminal

45 177500 Ammeter

46 177501 Hourmeter Snap-In

50 178461 Switch Pto 3 Pdt Red Delta

55 17490506 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x 1/2

67 17750_ PIOConneolor

68 177503 Connector

79 175448 Lamp Assembly

81 109748X ReleyAsm

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

1 inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

I174619 Chassis

2 176554 Draw_zr

3 17060612 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4

9 17_542X418 Da_

10 $I_o3_710 Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16xi

11 174996 Panel, Dash, LH

13 179174X010 Panet, Dash, RH

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

17 172540X615 Hood LTX

18 1L_938X Bumper Hood

20 156437 Plate Batted/STYT

23 124028X Bushing Snap

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

26 STC641437 Locknut. Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC

28 174945X418 Gr;lle,MS-558

28 174944X418 Light Box, Dual

30 175692X615 Fender/Footrest

31 139976 Bracket, FendedSuppOd

37 17490506 Screw, Thdrol. 5;16-18 x 1/2 TYT

28 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear

39 174988 Bracket Pivot Hood LTX

42 172545X599 Lens LH

43 172544X599 Lens RH

58 174993 Duct Hood

60 $1_533707 BoltRdhd Sqnk3i8-16UNCx3/4

64 174997 Dash Lower STYT

74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

t14 158112 Keeper Beit Rear Lh STL

115 17060620 Scew 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

142 1757_2 Plate Reinforcement STLT

143 154966 BraCket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Footrest STLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

154 174679 Bracket Dash Rh

155 174680 Bracket Dash Lh

156 163805 Stdker Plate

157 163806 Magnet YTGT

158 162G37 Parking Btllke Blur

159 155123X418 CupholderStlBIk

166 164863 HWHDH:-Lo. #13-16x 3/4

206 170165 Boit Shoulder 5/16-18

207 17670506 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

209 1701X)612 Screw Hexwsh Tndr 3,'8-16 x 3/4

211 145212 Nut Hexflange Lock

215 172543X615 Bul'tlpe¢

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

1 inch ,- 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

GROUND DRIVE

163

156

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1........ Transa)de (See Breakdown) 57

Peedess 206-545C 59

2 146682 Spring, Retum, Brake 61

3 123666X Pulley, Tmnsaxle 62

4 1_ Ring, Retainer _3

5 121520X Strap, TOn:lira 66

6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 66

8 165866 Rod Shifter Fender S1].T 74

9 174367 Clutch Elect EVX 75

10 _1210 Pin, Cotter 76

11 1(_5701X Washer, Shift Plate 77

13 74550412 Bo_t 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr. 8 78

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 79

16 STD641431 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18unc 80

17 10040700 W_sher Lock 7/16 81

18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16UNC x 1 Gr 5 82

19 STC541437 Nut 83

20 173937 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 84

21 106_3X Knob 85

22 130804 Rod, Brake 89

23 178289 Bracket Asm Anti-Rotate EVX 90

24 STC641237 Nut 96

25 106_88X Spdng, Brake ROd 112

26 STD5510_7 Washer 113

27 STD561210 Pin 116

28 175798 Rod, Parking Brake 120

29 175799_ Cap, Parking Brake 145

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 150

32 STC623107 Bolt 151

34 175578 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 156

35 120183X Bearing,Nylon 158

36 STD551_ Washer

37 $10571810 Roll Pin

38 165936 Pulley, Idler, Flat

39 7476(To48 Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16 x 3

40 175461 Spacer, Split .395 x ,59

41 175556 Keeper, Bolt, Idler

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

47 127783 Pulley, taler, V-Groove, Plastic

48 154407 Bellcrenk Clutch Gmd Dry Stl

49 123_05X Retainer, Belt

50 $1_;_3715 Bolt

51 S'rD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC

52 S'RT_41431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC

53 105710X Link, Clutch

56 105709X Spring, Clutch Return

56 17060616 Screw 3/6-16 x 1

130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive

169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

17060612 Screw 3/6-16 x 3/4

123533X Cover, Pedal

175417 Pultey, Clutch

126197X Wach_

154778 Keeper, Bolt, Engine, Fool-Proof

137057 Spacer, Axle

121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

STD581075 E-Ring

123583X Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865

121748X Washer 25/32 x I-5/8 x 16 Ga

Key WoodnJff

145090 Arm, Shift

165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20

165711 Spring, Torsion

19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

166231 Link Transaxle

150360 Nut, NyIOCk

158391X418 Console, Shift, STLT

124346X Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4

S'[D624003 Retainer Spring 1"

19091210 Washer 9i32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

127285X Strep Torque 90 Degrees

72140606 Belt RDHD 3/6-16 x 1

739006(_ Nut Lock 3/6-16

74490540 BOg,Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

175456 Spacer Retainer

19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

1660(;2 Wa.sher Srdod 5/161D x 1.125

165589 Bracket Shift Mount

159 165494 Hub Taperod Range Shift Lt

161 72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.5

162 73680400 Nut Crowninck 1/4-20 Unc

163 74780416 BoltHexFinl/4-20Uncxl Gr5

164 19091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever

166 166880 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

168 165492 BO9 Shoulder 5/16-18 x.561

16_ 165580 Plate Fastening Lt

170 178394 Keeper BOlt Transaxle Gear

197 169613 Nyliner Snep-ta

1_ 169593 Washer Nyflner

2_ 72116612 Bolt Carr. SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

212 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

STEERINGASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

STEERINGASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 175139X418 Steering Wheel

2172393 Axle Assembly Cast Iron

3 16_840 Spindle Assembly, LH.

4 16_39 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

5 62661-1 Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 121748X Weshar 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

8 1200(X_9 Ring, K5p

10 175121 Draglink

11 10040600 Washer Lock 318

12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf

13 13_518 Spacer Brg Axle Front

15 145212 Nut Hexflange Lock

17 177883 Shaft Assembly, Steering

29 17060612 Screw, _/8-16 x 3/4

32 170162 Rod,Tie

33 19111216 Washar 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga/

34 $31_51131 Washer Lock HW Spr. 5/16

35 73540500 Locknut 5/16-24 Unf

36 155105 Bushing,Steering

37 152927 Screw

38 175140X418 Insert, Steedng Wheel

40 STD541537 Gripco Nut

41 159945 Adaptor, Steering Wheel

42 174530X418 Boot, Steering Shaft

43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

46 12123_X Cap,Spindle

65 160G67 Spacer Brace Axle

67 7214G618 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace

71 175146 Steering ASm.

72 19182411 Washer 9/16 Id x 1-1/2Od 11 G Zin

82 169635 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

87 173966 Washer Fiat .781 x 11/2 x .14

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

91 175553 ClipSteering

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

1inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

...- ,, ,,-J...",,,;...

-" ,I

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 175439X505 Control,Throttle 29 137180 Kit, Spark Arrestor

3....... Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler 31 1571G3 Tank Fuel

Model Number CV624_5578 32 161696 CapAsm Fuel

4 149723 Muffler 33 123487X Clamp,Hose

5 146699 Pipe Exhaust LH 34 106082)( Pad, spacer

6 146700 Pipe Exhaust RH 37 8543R Line, Fuel

8 171877 Bolt 5,'16-18 UNC x 3/4 w/Seres 38 148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy

10 146629 Shield, Heat Muffler 39 109227X Pad, Idler

13 24-041 -(_ Muflter Gasket (See Engine 45 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

Breakdown) 81 73510400 Nut Keps Flex 1/4-20 UNC

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 101 M73030600 Nut Flange M8-1.25

16 11G506_) Washer, Lock, External Tooth 3/8 102 164863 Screw Hwhd H.-Lo #13016 x 3/4

17 17490624 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 111 1001(_o00 Washer Spilt

23 169837 Shield, Browning /Oebds Guard

25 175441X505 Choke Control NOTE: All component dimensions given inU.S. inches

26 73920600 NUt, Keps 3/8-24 UNF 1 inch =25.4 mm

LIFTASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

,+ !i

41 : ;i

1 13 4

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 176_53

2 159476

3 178981

4 120000(_

5 19211621

6 120183X

7 175830

11 175370

12 175371

13 493gM

15 175562

16 7335(_(_

17 175_89

18 73800800

2O 163552

DESCRIPTION

Plunger Assembly

Shaft Assembly, Lift

Pin, Groove

E-Ring

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

Beadng, Nylon

Grip, Handle, Fluted

Link Lift, LH.

Unk, Uft. R.H.

Retainer Spring

Link, Front

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

TmrtnK_

Nut Lock wiwsh 1/2-13 UNC

Retainer Spdng

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

31 176205 Beanng, Pvt, Uft Spherical

32 175994 Nut, lift Unk 7/16-20

36 155097 Poinler Height Indicator

37 123935X Plug Hole

38 17_16 Screw 5/16-18 x 1

40 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga

41 1_ Indicator Height St]t

49 145212 Nut Hex/Large Lock

51 19171416 Washer

52 1758_Z Suspens_onArm RH

53 175378 Suspension Arm LH

54 175560 Pin Flange

NOTE: AlLcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

SEATASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 175134 Seat

2 14_651 Bracket, Pivot, Seat

3 71110616 Bolt

4 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

5 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged

6 $11To41437 Nu_

7 124181X Spring, Seat

8 17000616 Serew 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

9 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x14 Ga.

10 174894 Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn.

11 177957 Knob Seat

12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting

13 121248X Bushing, Snap

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

14 _12 EOH, Can';age 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

15 121249X Space_, Split

16 123740X Spdng

17 123976X Loc_nut, Range 114Gr. 5

18 124238X Cap Spdng Seat

21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

22 STD541431 Nut

24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

25 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-13x.62

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1177888

2 177249

3 177909

4 177910

5 156368

6 133644

7 177967

8 177916

9 177917

10 156439

11 178482

12 146046

13 177890

14 175291

15 177889

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Hood Name Pie.

Decal, Repl_.ernent Parts

Decal, Hood, R.H.

Deca_. Hood. LH.

Decal. Fender STLT Opr Inst

Decal, Customer Mainter_nce

Decal, Dash Pnl

Decal, ENCN KP 20 Sears LTX RH

Decal, ENCN KP 20 Sears LTX LH

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, Deck Heavy Duty

Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic

Decal, Strg Wheel

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal Replc

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

16 138047 Decal. Battery Diehard

18 177913 Decal. Panel Side

19 177918 Decal. Blower Housing

20 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

21 174969 Reflect_

22 174970 Reflector

23 178..o69 Decal, Seat

24 177914 Decal, Engine

25 177915 Decal, Engine

26 178455 Decal, Deck Caution 48

- - 138311 Decal, LiftHandle

*- 174898X418 Pad Footrest LH STLT

-- 174999X418 Pad Footrest RH STLT

-- 179435 Owners Manual, English

-- 179436 Owner's Man ual, Spanish

WHEELS &TIRES

2_5,8 4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 591S2 Valve Cap, Tire

2 65139 Stem. Vak'e

3 177750 Tim, Front

459904 Tube, Front Tim (Not Provided,

Sen, ice Item Only)

5 106"F_.X417 Rim, Front

6278;-I F'_ing, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

79040H Searing, Flange (Front Wl_eel

8 106108X417 Rim, Rear

9 177751 ]3re,Rear

10 7152J Tube. Rear Tire (Not Provided,

Senlice Item Only)

11 104757X417 Cap. Axle

- - 144334 Sealent, Tire 10 oz.

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

I inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

MOWERDECK

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1174348 DeckWeldment Mower 48 r_ 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1

3 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway BOr 56 155986X431 Bar Pnt Adj.

5 4_,,! Retainer Spdng 57 156941 Pin Head Rivet

6 130632 Arm, Suspension, Rear(Sway Bar) 72 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12

8 174365 BOlt 7/16 Asm. Btade 90 74760516 Bolt Hex 5/18-18 x 1

11 173920 Blade 91 175._6 Bracket Asm. Noseroller LH

13 174360 Shaft Asm. w/1J:)werBearing 92 73800600 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 Uric

14 174358 Asm Greasaple, Mandrel 93 19171416 Washer 17/32 x 7/8

15 110485X Boadng, Ball, Mandrel 94 1760_5 NoseroNef

16 174493 Stdpper Mandrel Deck _5 175384 Bracket Asm Noseroller RH

17 72110610 Bolt ROHD Sq Neck 3/8-16xl.25 97 133943 Washer Hardened

18 7214C505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 39 174370 Spdng Primary Ddve

19 132.827 Bolt, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/16-18 g9 17.5060 Pulley Idler'V"

20 174378 Baffie, Vortex Mower 100 72110616 BOItRDHDSqnk3/8-16UNCx 2

21 739305G0 NUt, Crownleck 9/16-18 UNC 107 175294 Baffta Vac Edge Mower

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 139 72110404 Bolt Can'.

25 178102 Sprlng,Torsion 109 73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20

26 110452;( Nut, Push 110 175016 Arm Spdng Secondary

27 174346X428 DefiectorShield 112 174,387 LinkTensionReliefLever

28 19111016 Washer 11i32x5/8x16Ga. 113 7211C5(_ BudCarr. 5/16-18x1

29 131491 Rod,Hinge 114 174384 TenSion Asm. Relief Lever

30 173984 Screw, Thdroll DOP. PT. Hex 115 174609 Arm Spdng Tension Relief

31 129963 Washer, Spacer MowerVented 116 137644 Bolt, Shoutder

:_ 177865 Pulley, Mandrel 117 174873 GaugeWheel

33 178342 Nut, FIg. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 118 _Nut, Centerlock3/8-16UNC

36 19131316 Washer13/32x13/16x16Ga. 119 19121414 Washer 3i8x7/8x14Ga.

37 177968 Pulley, Idler 121 174371 SpdngSecondaryDdve

39 174375 Pulley, Idler, Driven 122 174606 Bushing PivotTension Relief

42 165723 Spacer, Retainer 126 174372 Arm, _er, Primary Deck

43 174373 Arm, IdlerSecondary 130 17060616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0

45 174343 Cover, Mandrel Deck 1_ 17060612 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

46 137729 Screw, Tndro;. 1/4-20x5_ 180 738CO500 NutLockHexW/Insg/16-18

47 174369 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary - - 175312 Rap_cement Mower, Complete

48 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary - - 174356 Msndrel Asm. Service

49 73680600 Nut, Crownleck 3/8-16 UNC (Includes Key Nos. 13-15)

50 72110612 Bolt, Can. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

52 175820 Pulley Idler Flat

54 74793616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S,

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER206-545C

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE-- MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

_EY PART I_Y PART

NO, NO. DESCR_ NO. NO. DESCRIPllOH

1 772147 Transaxio Cover 41A 790079 BraiseLever

2 780(_6A Nee(lid Bearing 5/6, 42 792073A Screw 1/4 -20 x 1-1/4"

3 770128 T_leCase 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 21/4"

4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075 Locknut 5 /16 - 24

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025 Brake Pad Holder

6 778364 Spu/Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066 Spacer .2625 x 1.0

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786066 Brake Lever Bracket

7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690 Axle (11-15 /16" Long)

8 792180 Shift Key 48 774691 Axle (t 6 -1/2" long)

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth)

9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)

11 778334 Beval Gear (30 teeth) 52 778.352 Spur Gear (19 teeth)

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth)

13 778368 Bevai Gear (13 teeth) (thchide,14) 54 778346 Spur Gear (15 teeth)

14 778368 Bevel Pinion(13 teeth)(Incidde.t 3) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth)

15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 57 778337 Spur Gear ( 13 teeth)

17 786188 Drive Pin 58 778,353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)

18 786102 Spacer 1.130X .695 59 778351 Spur Gear (21 teeth)

20 792077A Ball 5/1 6" dia 60 778349 Spur Gear (24 teeth)

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 -16 x 3/6" 61 778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth)

22 792079 Spring .310 OD x .625 L 65 780189 Rat Washer .563 ID x .062W

25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x %1/4" 66 776422 Input Shaft

25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x t -3/8" 67 776396 Shifter & Brake Shaft

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 69 792170 Retaining Ring

27 792035 Rutainidg Ring 70 786187 Spacer .890

28 788040 Retainidg Ring 71 788069 Square Cut Ring

29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID x ,031W 71B 788092 "O"Ring

29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 ID x ,031W 76 780090 Flat Washer 1.128 ID x ,058W

29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W "/7 788078A Inverted Retaining Ring

29C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer .632 79 792144 Spring .430 OD x .5000 L

30 780108 Cup Washer 1,127 ID x .032W 82 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth)

31 780001 Rat Washer .750 ID x .056W (Use 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

ASNeeded) 85 792154 Oil FillPlug

31A 780155 Rat Washer .750 IO x .062W 87 788089A Oil Seal 9 /16"

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8' 150 78809_A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone

34 780194 Bushing .563 157 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

35 780193 Flangad Bushing 5 /8" ID 180 73(_29A Gear Oil 80W90

35A 780197 F]sngedBushing.751 !_0 794712 ReplacementMST-206-545C

36 790075 Brake I_isk Transaxle

37 790007 Broke Pad Plate

38 799a21 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

39 786_ E_,el Pin NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

40 792076A Rat Washer ,312 ID x .059W 1 inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER65578

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578

HEAD/VALVE/DREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-033-01-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket

(Includes 2-4)

2 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather

3 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 3

4 25-139-60-S Plug, allen hd. 1/8" 4

5 M-645020 Screw, hex. flange 5

M6xl.0x20 (4)

6 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (4) 6

7 24-755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes

8,11,12)

8 24-411-05-S Rod, push (4)

9 24-041-08-S Gasket, cylinder head (2)

10 24-318-12-S Head asseml_y,#2 cylinder 7

t I 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker(4)

12 24-599-01 -S Pivot,rockerarm (4)

13 M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange 8

M6x1.0x34 (4) 9

14 12-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange

M10x1.5x90 (8)

15 24-755-74-S Kit,valve cover -plain

(Includes 16,17)

16 24-153-16-S O-Ring

17 24-086-32-S Screw, shoulder (4)

18 24-445-01-S Strap, liffing 10

19 24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) 11

24-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25)(2) 12

20 24-017-01-S Valve, Intake (Std.) (2

24-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) (2) 13

21 24-032-05-S Seal, valve stern (2) 14

22 235011-S Retainer, spdng (4) 15

23 24-089-02-S Spring,valve (4) 16

24 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spdng (4) 17

25 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4) 18

26 24-318-11-S Head assembly, #1 cytinder

27 24-755-76-S Kit, valve cover -breather 19

(Incl. 16,17,28) 20

28 25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber

29 24-755-57-S Kit, breather separator

(Includes 28,30-33)

30 M-545016-S Screw, hex, flange

MSx0.Sx16 (2)

31 24-445-02-S Strap, breather

32 24-126-44-S Bracket, breather separator

33 24-112-12-S Spacer

34 24-294-06-S Firing

35 24-326-13-S Hose, breather

36 24-326-14-S Hose, breather

37 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2)

1 24-032-01-S Seal oilfront

2 Crankcase

24-380-13-S Pin,

24-067-13-S Connectin

24-874-19-S

24-874-14-S

24-108-11-S

24-108-12-S

24-108-10-S

24-018-01-S

12-422-09-S

12-422-13-S

12-422-07-S

12-422-08-S

12-422-10-S

12-422-11-S

12-422-12-S

24-012-10-S

52-139-09-S

M-545010-S

24-018-04-S

24-402-05-S

12-153-01-S

24-126-19-S

12-123-04-S

M-545016-S

12-153-02-S

24-038-04-S

21 24-755-46-S

22 12-153-03-S

23 24-018-09-S

24 M-931010-S

25 28-032-0g-s

26 24-460-15-S

27 24-144-33-S

Shim, camshaft

Shim, camshaft {

Shim, camshaft I

Shim, camshaft

Shim, camshaft A.R.

Shim, camshaft IA.R. I

Camshaft

Plug, cup

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.Sxl0 (2)

Retainer, reed (2)

Reed, breather (2)

O-Ring, lower_1 filltube

Bracket, oil fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, he)(. flange

M5xO.8xl 6

O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

Dipstickassembly (Includes

21, 22)

Kit, oilfill cap (includes 22)

O-Ring, dipstick

Retainer, ring

Washer, nylon (top)

Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer (bottom)

Shaft, governor cross

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578

IGNITIONIELECTRICAL

)'allumaoe ou Electrlaue

"--3

AIR INTAKE J

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

Habitationde souffleuret D_,calentl

_17

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER65578

IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen (llncludes2- 1

4,and 24 113 18-S) 2

2 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4xO.7x25 3

(4)(4 4

3 X-25-g2-s Washer, plain 5/16" (4) 5

4 24-112-04-S Spacer, grass screen (,4)

Bott, shoulder M6 X1.0 X15 6

5 29-056-47-S S(4)

6 24-157-03-S Fan 7

7 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange

M10xl.5x46 g

8 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8".

9 X-42-15-S Key 9

10 24-025-04-S Flywheel 10

11 25-403-03-S Rectifier-regulator. 11

12 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16 (2)

13 24-056-18-S Scrsw, phillipshd. 11-16x7/8 12

_) 13

14 236602-S onnector (3 contact)

15 54-755-09-S Kit, 15 amlpstator 14

_ndudes 24 126 71-S) 15

16 12-132-06-S _park Rug (2)

17 M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.Sx25

(2)

18 235173-S Clip, cable

19 48-154-02-S Clip, cable

20 X-25-63-S Washer, i_aln 1/4"

21 24-584-01-S Module, Ignition (2)

22 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.Sx20(4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED 1

-- 24-126-71-S Bracket, stator wire 2

-- X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4"

-- 24-176-82-S Harness, widng Lead, black 3

(rect.-reg. 5" -12 gauge 4

- - 24-518-12-S insulated gdp barrel eyelets) 5

-- 24-113-18-S Decal, grass screen 6

25-454-03-S Tie, wire(3) 7

24-027-20-S Housing,blower (Incl. 2-4)

24-100-01-B Nut plastic(3)

25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16

24-100-02-S Nut, plastic(2)

M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x2O (4

M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.Sx16 (3)

M-551016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16

M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x16 5)

24-146-16-S Pate, backing- # 2 side

24-146-20-S Plate, bacldng- # 1side

24-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

side

24-063-14-S Baffle, valley - #2 side

24-063-58-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1

side

24-063-23-S Baffle, valley - #1 side

M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.SxlO (2)

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24-164-06-S

M-651055-S

24-041 -Ol-S

24-041-14-S

24-094-19-S

24-041-13-S

24-109-10-S

24-083-02-S

47-083-03-S

24-032-03-S

24-096-01-S

12-100-01-S

24-096-67-S

54-755-01 -S

15 24-153-20-S

16 25-341-03-S

17 24-063-51-S

Manifold, intake

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x55 (4)

Gasket, intake manifold (2)

Gasket, elr cleaner base

Base, elr cleaner

Gasket, fuel spitbackcup

Cup, fuel spig:)ack

Precleaner, element

Element, air cleaner

Seal, inner air cleaner

Cover, innerair cleaner

Wing Nut

Cover, air cieaner

Kit, knob with seal

Includes

_Ring 15 & 16)

Knob, cover

Baffle, fuel spit-back

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches I inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578

STARTING SYSTEM I

Ddmarrant Svstbmel

• I

ENGINE CONTROLS

Moteur Contr01e

:)ILPAN ILUBRICATION [

:)e L'Hulle Pan Lubrlficatlon I

t5 /11 4

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578

STARING SYSTEM OIL pAN/LUBRICATION

KEYPART KEYPART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange

MEx1.25xE0 (2)

2 25-09B-08-S Starter, solenoid sh_ 2

assembly (Includes 4-7)

3 M-841080-S Nut hex. flange 3

4 25-435-04-S Kit. selene d 4

5 25-755-33-S Kit, pinion drive (Includes 6)

6 25 141 05-S Ring 5

7 25-221-01-S Kit, brush 6

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-211-03-S Boit, round head square

neck

2 24-090-33-S Lever, govemor

3 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0

4 24-089-01-S Spring linkage

5 25-158-08-S Bushing, linke_gee retaining

6 24-O79-04-S Linkage, throttle

7 25-158-11-S Bushing, throffie linkag

8 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.Ex16 (1)

9 M-547050-S Nut, hex. lock M5x0.8

10 24-08g-03-S Spring, choke retarn

11 24-126-56-S Bracket, contr_

12 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x16 (4)

13 12-237-01-S Clamp cable(2)

14 24-086-43-S Screw, thread form ng (2)

15 24-090-07-S Lever, throttle actuator

16 X-20-1-S Washer, lock 1/4"

17 M-541050-S Nut, hex. flange M5x0.8

18 24-468-O_-S Washer, pt_dn 5.5 mm (3)

19 24-089-45-S Spdng, governor

20 M-446030-S Nut, hex, M4x0.7

21 24-090-13-S Lever, throttle controi

22 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20

23 24-089-51-S Spring, throthe flmitar

24 24-090-05-S Lever, choke

25 41-46E-03-S Washer, spring 1/4"

26 M-403025*S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25

27 24-079-05-S Linkage, choke

1 24-199-07-S

M-E45025-S

M-631005-S

24-393-08-S

24-123-05"S

24-162-25-S

24-043-12-S

12-380-01-S

52-448-02-S

12-144-02-S

24-153-08-S

25-139-62-S

24-136-01-S

52-050-02-S

52-032-08-S

24-086-17-S

17 24-086-16-S

18 25-139-57-S

Pan, oil assembly

,_CewlUdeS2-10)

•hex. flange

M6x1.0x25 (2)

Washer, plain 6 mm (2)

Oil pump assembly(Includes

)ube,0;I pickup

Screen, ell

Kit, governor gear w/pin

(includes 8)

Pin, overnor regulaflng

Tab,_lng

Shaft, govemor gear

O-Ring

Plug, hex. ctsk.3/8"

Nlppta, oil filter

Filter.oi;

Seal, oil (PTO end)

Screw. hex. flange

M8x1.25x45

Screw, hex. ,ange

M8xl.25x45 9)

N._g._..£Plu,sq. hd. solid3/8"

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S.

inches 1 Inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578

CRANKSHAFT I Vilebrequin

2--_ --1

EXHAUST

I_chaDDement

FUEL SYSTEM I

Fuel Svst_mel

4) ,

I o

TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER917.272233

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624,TYPENUMBER65578

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-014-42-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2 52-139-09-S P_ug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-041-02-S Gasket exhaust (2)

2 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- PA-65578 Replacement Engine

-- 24-522-221 Short Block

- - 24-782-24 MJniblock

-- 24-755-107-S Gasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-853-25-S Kit, carburetorw/gaskets

(Includes 2-4)

2 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor

3 24-053-25 Carburetorassembly (For

informationonJynot availabre

separatsly)(Service with kits

24-757-18-S 24-757-19-S,

24-757-20-S, 24-757-22-S

4 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base

5 M-629095-S Stud, M6xl.0x95 (2)

6 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2}

747-154-01-S Clip, cable

E 24-383-03-S Line, fuel 10-5/8" (2)

9 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (6)

10 24-086-12-S Screw, hex, cap. M6x1.7x18

(2)

11 24-393-16-S Pump, fuel -pulse

12 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2)

13 15-353-04-S Line, fuel 11-1/2"

14 24-050-02-S Filter, fuel

NOT ILLUSTRATED

•- 24-757-18-S Kit, overhaul w/gaskets

-- 24-757-19-S Kit, choke repair w/gaskets

-* 24-757-20-S Kit, gasket

- - 24-757-22-S Kit, solenoid replacementw/

gaskets

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S.

inchesI inch = 25.4 mm

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ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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