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PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 770-10063A

(9/98)

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-

covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting

applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have

similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized

service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Model Number

686

LAWN TRACTOR

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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SECTION 1: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor. It will help you assemble, prepare and

maintain your lawn tractor. Please read and understand what it says.

Before you start to prepare your lawn tractor for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the

information from it in this Operator’s Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need

help from your dealer or the customer support department.

• Every lawn tractor has a model plate. You can locate it by pivoting the seat forward and looking under

the seat at the seat pivot bracket. See Figure 1

.

Figure 1

SECTION 2: CALLING WARRANTY SERVICE

If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any question regarding the controls,

operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Dealer Referral Line. You can reach them by

calling:

1-800-949-4483

Before calling your local dealer, make sure that you have your model and serial numbers ready. By having the

model and serial numbers ready, you help your local dealer give you faster service. To find your unit’s model

and serial number, see SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER.

This is where your model number will be.

This is where your serial number will be.

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

(Model Number) (Serial Number)

WHITE OUTDOOR

CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136

PRODUCTS COMPANY

P.O. BOX 361131

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Slope Gauge

15°

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE

A POWER POLE

A CORNER OF A BUILDING

OR A FENCE POST

FOLD ON DOTTED LINE, REPRESENTING A 15° SLOPE

USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY.

Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower

could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain

your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.

Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.

Operate WALK-BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes, never up and down slopes.

WARNING

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SECTION 3: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT

FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF

AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING

TO OPERATE YOUR LAWN MOWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY

RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING.

WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER: Your lawn mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this

manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can

result in serious injury. This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

1. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the

operator’s manual and on the machine before

starting. Keep this manual in a safe place for future

and regular reference and for ordering replacement

parts.

•Only allow responsible individuals familiar with the

instructions to operate the machine. Know controls

and how to stop the machine quickly.

•Do not put hands or feet under cutting deck or near

rotating parts.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,

etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the

blade. A small object may have been overlooked and

could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any

direction and cause injury to you or a bystander. To

help avoid a thrown objects injury, keep children,

bystanders and helpers at least 75 feet from the

mower while it is in operation. Always wear safety

glasses or safety goggles during operation or while

performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes

from foreign objects. Stop the blade(s) when crossing

gravel drives, walks or roads.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people before

mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse and

backing up. Always look down and behind before and

while backing.

•Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate

the mower without either the entire grass catcher or

the chute guard in place.

•Slow down before turning. Operate the machine

smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive

speed.

•Never leave a running machine unattended. Always

turn off blade(s), place transmission in neutral, set

park brake, stop engine and remove key before

dismounting.

•Turn off blade(s) when not mowing.

•Stop engine and wait until blade(s) comes to a

complete stop before (a) removing grass catcher or

unclogging chute, or (b) making any repairs, adjusting

or removing any grass or debris.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

•Do not operate the machine while under the influence

of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing

roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unloading the

machine into a trailer or truck. This unit should not be

driven up or down a ramp onto a trailer or truck under

power, because the unit could tip over, causing

serious personal injury. The unit must be pushed

manually on a ramp to load or unload properly.

•Never make a cutting height adjustment while engine

is running if operator must dismount to do so.

•Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting

slacks and shirts. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or

jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Never

operate a unit in bare feet, sandals, or sneakers.

•Check overhead clearance carefully before driving

under power lines, wires, bridges or low hanging tree

branches, before entering or leaving buildings, or in

any other situation where the operator may be struck

or pulled from the unit, which could result in serious

injury.

•Disengage all attachment clutches, thoroughly

depress the brake pedal, and shift into neutral before

attempting to start engine.

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•Your mower is designed to cut normal residential

grass of a height no more than 10". Do not attempt to

mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture)

or piles of dry leaves. Debris may build up on the

mower deck or contact the engine exhaust presenting

a potential fire hazard.

2. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-

over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope

or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this

manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a

sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15° as shown

on the slope gauge, do not operate this unit on that area or

serious injury could result.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, 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 enough gear so that

you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

Always keep machine in gear when going down

slopes to take advantage of engine braking action.

•Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for

wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or other

attachments. These can change the stability of the

machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.

Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of

the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards

which could cause serious injury.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose

traction, disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly

straight down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn

slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

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

The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is

over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could

cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot

on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

3. 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 in watchful

care of an adult other than the operator.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the

area.

•Before and when backing, look behind and down for

small children.

•Never carry children, even with the blades off. They

may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with

the safe machine operation.

•Never allow children under 14 years old to operate

the machine. Children 14 years and over should only

operate machine under close parental supervision

and proper instruction.

•Use extra care when approaching blind corners,

shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure your

vision of a child or other hazard.

•Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent

unauthorized operation.

4. SERVICE

•Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other

fuels. They are extremely flammable and the vapors

are explosive.

•Use only an approved container.

•Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes

before refueling.

•Replace fuel cap securely and wipe off any spilled

fuel before starting the engine as it may cause a fire

or explosion.

•Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other

sources of ignition.

•Never refuel the machine indoors because fuel

vapors will accumulate in the area.

•Never store the fuel container or machine inside

where there is an open flame or spark, such as a gas

hot water heater, space heater or furnace.

•Never run a machine inside a closed area.

•To reduce fire hazard, keep the machine free of

grass, leaves or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or

fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes

before storing.

•Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain

the blade and all moving parts have stopped.

Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire

away from the spark plug to prevent accidental

starting.

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•Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at

frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,

visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., excessive

wear, bent, cracked). Replace with blade which

meets original equipment specifications.

•Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices. Check their

proper operation regularly. Use all guards as

instructed in this manual.

•After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,

remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly

inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the

damage before restarting and operating the mower.

•Grass catcher components are subject to wear,

damage and deterioration, which could expose

moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For

your safety protection, 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 blade(s).

•Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and

service as required.

•Muffler, engine and belt guards become hot during

operation and can cause a burn. Allow to cool

down before touching.

•Do not change the engine governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds

are dangerous.

•Observe proper disposal laws and regulations.

Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm

the environment and the ecology.

•Prior to disposal, determine the proper method to

dispose of waste from your local Environmental

Protection Agency. Recycling centers are

established to properly dispose of materials in an

environmentally safe fashion.

•Use proper containers when draining fluids. Do not

use food or beverage containers that may mislead

someone into drinking from them. Properly dispose

of the containers immediately following the draining

of fluids.

•DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the ground,

down a drain or into a stream, pond, lake or other

body of water. Observe Environmental Protection

Agency regulations when disposing of oil, fuel,

coolant, brake fluid, filters, batteries, tires and other

harmful waste.

WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons

who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

Figure 2 Safety labels found on your unit

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SECTION 4: UNPACKING

TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CRATE

1. Remove all screws from the top of the crate.

2. To remove ends, grasp top board on the end,

and pull towards you in a downward motion.

(A hammer may be helpful).

3. Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures.

4. Repeat procedure for each side of the crate.

5. Remove and discard plastic bag which covers

unit.

6. Loose parts (may include the owner’s guide,

steering wheel, optional oil drain sleeve or hose,

battery fluid, chute deflector, optional mulching

plug, etc.) are on the seat or in a box wrapped in

plastic. Carefully cut and remove the plastic

wrap. Remove the loose parts.

7. Make certain parking brake is released and deck

is raised. Push the unit off the skid.

NOTE: For detailed instructions on raising the deck

and releasing the parking brake, refer to the control

section in this manual.

SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of

the unit is observed from the driver’s seat, facing

forward.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

(1) 1/2" wrench or socket wrench

(1) 9/16" wrench or socket wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches or socket wrenches

BATTERY INFORMATION

A. Battery acid must be handled with great care as

contact with it can burn and blister the skin. It is

also advisable to wear protective clothing (gog-

gles, rubber gloves and apron) when working

with it.

B. Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the

eyes or onto the face, rinse the affected area

immediately with clean cold water. If there is any

further discomfort, seek prompt medical atten-

tion.

C. If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean

water, then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/

water or baking soda/water.

D. Since battery acid is corrosive, do not pour it into

any sink or drain. Before discarding empty elec-

trolyte containers, rinse them with a neutralizing

solution.

E. NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to

battery while charger is turned on as it can cause

sparks.

F. Keep all lighted materials (cigarettes, matches,

lighters) away from the battery as the hydrogen

gas generated during charging can be combusti-

ble.

G. As a further precaution, only charge the battery

in a well-ventilated area.

*Always shield eyes, protect skin and clothing

when working near batteries.

IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine

with gasoline, and check oil level as instructed

in the separate engine manual packed with your

unit.

WARNING

Battery contains sulfuric acid. Refer to warning

at right. Antidote: EXTERNAL—Flush with water.

INTERNAL—Drink large quantities of water or milk.

Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten eggs or

vegetable oil. Call physician immediately. EYES:

Flush with cool water for at least 15 minutes, then

get prompt medical attention.

Since batteries produce explosive gases, keep

all lighted materials (cigarettes, lighters,

matches, etc.) away. Be sure to charge battery

only in well-ventilated areas. Make certain venting

path of battery drain tube (if equipped) is always

open.

KEEP BATTERIES

OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN!

DANGER

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BATTERY IDENTIFICATION

Compare the battery in your lawn tractor (located

under the seat) with the illustration above. Type “A”

batteries are activated and are ready to use. Type

“B” batteries must be filled with battery fluid (acid)

and charged before they are put into service. Follow

the instructions which apply to the battery in your

lawn tractor.

ACTIVATING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY

(TYPE “B” BATTERY ONLY)

Do not activate battery (fill with battery acid)

until battery is actually placed in service. Be

certain to read previous battery warnings before

activating the battery.

1. Pivot the seat pivot bracket forward. Unhook the

strap which secures the battery (hook is on rear

frame, under fender). Disconnect the positive

cable from the positive terminal. Save the

hardware for reassembly.

2. Remove the battery from the lawn tractor, paying

attention to how the battery is placed in the unit,

and how the drain tube (attached to the battery)

is routed.

3. Activate the battery as instructed in the “Quick

Start” brochure included with the battery fluid.

Read instructions carefully.

NOTE: You can continue assembling the lawn

tractor while battery is standing for 30 minutes (after

filling with acid), and later while you are charging the

battery.

IMPORTANT: To obtain the maximum life from

your battery, it MUST BE CHARGED prior to

initial use.

CHARGE THE BATTERY after the 30 minute

standing period. Battery P/N 725-1705D—Charge at

2-3 amps for one hour. Battery P/N 725-1707D, 725-

0453G and 725-1750—Charge at 6 amps for one

hour.

NOTE: If you charge the battery at a lower AMP

rate, use a hydrometer to make sure the battery is

completely charged. The hydrometer should read

1.260 minimum at an electrolyte temperature of 60-

110oF. DO NOT CHARGE AT MORE THAN 6

AMPS.

ATTACHING THE STEERING WHEEL

1. The hardware for attaching the steering wheel

has been packed inside the steering wheel.

Carefully pry off the steering wheel cap and

remove the hardware.

2. With the wheels of the tractor pointing

straight forward, place the steering wheel over

the steering shaft, positioning steering wheel as

desired.

3. Place the washer with the cupped side down

over the steering shaft. Secure with hex lock

bolt. See Figure 3.

4. Place the steering wheel cap over the center of

the steering wheel and seat it with your hand.

Figure 3

Type "A"

Type "B"

Steering

Wheel Cap

Hex Lock

Bolt

Steering

Shaft

Cupped

Washer

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Figure 4

Figure 5

Figure 6

ATTACHING THE SEAT

Pull out tab on seat stop and hold open while sliding

seat out of seat pivot bracket. See Figure 4. Turn the

seat around and line up plastic seat spacers with the

slots in seat pivot bracket. Slide seat in until front

seat spacer engages the seat stop. See Figure 5. To

adjust the seat refer to the adjustment section in this

manual.

NOTE: If your seat was shipped in a box, line up

plastic seat spacers with the slots in seat pivot

bracket and slide seat in until front seat spacer

engages seat stop.

WARNING: Before operating your unit,

stand behind quick adjustment seat and

pull back on seat, making sure seat is

engaged in seat stop.

ATTACHING THE CHUTE DEFLECTOR

The chute deflector must be attached to the right

side of the deck so that it covers the chute opening.

WARNING: Do not operate your unit

unless the chute deflector has been

properly installed.

1. Make certain deck is raised to its highest

position (lift lever pulled all the way back).

NOTE: Your mowing deck may be equipped with

an optional mulching plug. Remove the mulching

plug by removing the wing nut on top of the deck.

Grasp the mulching plug and pull out of the deck.

2. Remove the hex head cap screws, cupped

washers and hex nuts which are attached to the

deck next to the chute opening.

3. Place the chute deflector in position as shown in

Figure 6. Secure with hardware just removed.

Cupped sides of washers go against the chute

deflector.

Seat

Stop

Tab

Seat Pivot

Bracket

Seat

Spacers

Seat

Spacers

Slot

Slot

Seat

Stop

Hex Nuts

Washers

Cupped

Hex Head

Cap Screws

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Figure 7

Figure 8

INSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG

(OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT)

1. Remove the mulching plug from the box packed

with your lawn tractor (If not already removed

from the deck).

2. Remove the wing nut from the bolt on the

mulching plug.

3. Lift up the chute deflector and insert the

mulching plug through chute opening.

See Figure 7.

4. Line up the bolt on the mulching plug with the

hole in the top of the deck. Push up on the end

of the mulching plug and secure with the wing

nut.

TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for

shipping purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before

operating the unit. Recommended operating tire

pressure is approximately 10 p.s.i. Check sidewall of

tire for maximum p.s.i.

WARNING: Maximum tire pressure

under any circumstances is 30 p.s.i. Equal

tire pressure should be maintained on all

tires.

LEVELING THE DECK

With unit on hard, level surface, place the blades in

a straight line, and measure the distance from the

outside edge of the blade tips to the ground.

If adjustment is needed, proceed as follows.

1. Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the

bottom of the adjustable lift link on the left side of

the deck. (Hairpin clip and flat washer are on the

inside of the lift link.)

2. Pull the adjustable lift link out of the deck hanger

channel. See Figure 8. Turn the adjustable lift

link up or down as necessary to level the deck.

Usually only one or two turns are needed.

3. Insert the end of the adjustable lift link into the

hole in the deck hanger channel. Recheck the

adjustment. Readjust if necessary.

4. When deck is level, secure end of adjustable lift

link with flat washer and hairpin clip.

Chute

Deflector

Wing Nut

Mulching

Plug

Hole in

Deck

Chute

Opening

Bolt

Deck Hanger

Channel

Adjustable

Lift Link

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Figure 9

Figure 10

INSTALLING THE BATTERY

(TYPE “A” BATTERY)

NOTE: If battery is put into service after date

shown on top of battery, charge for minimum of 1

hour at 6-10 amps

1. Lift the seat.

2. Remove the plastic cover from the negative

terminal.

3. Remove the hex bolt and nut from the negative

(black) cable. Attach negative cable to the

negative terminal with this bolt and nut.

INSTALLING THE BATTERY

(TYPE “B” BATTERY)

1. Lift the seat.

2. Make certain both the negative (black) cable and

the positive (red) cable are routed up through

the battery compartment as shown in Figure 9.

3. Replace the battery into the battery

compartment in the same position as it was

before (positive terminal is toward the front of

the unit).

4. Attach the positive (red) cable to the positive

terminal of the battery. Secure with hex bolt and

nut previously removed. Slide rubber boot down

over the positive terminal.

5. Remove the hex bolt and nut from the negative

(black) cable. Attach negative cable to the

negative terminal with this bolt and nut.

6. Secure battery by hooking battery strap into slot

in rear frame, under the fender. See Figure 10.

7. Insert the drain tube down through the hole in

the battery compartment and the hole in the

transaxle reinforcement bracket located on the

right side of the unit. See Figure 10. Be certain

drain tube is routed away from the wheel rim.

8. Trim excess end of drain tube if necessary

(about 4" should extend past the bracket or

cable tie).

Positive Terminal

(Inside Rubber Boot)

Battery

Strap

Negative

Cable Negative

Terminal

Battery

Compartment

Slot

in Frame

Battery

Strap

Drain

Tube

Transaxle

Reinforcement

Bracket

Hole

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SECTION 6: CONTROLS

IGNITION SWITCH

The ignition switch is located on the dashboard. Turn

the key to the START position to start the engine.

When the engine is running, leave the key in the ON

position. To stop the engine, turn the key to the OFF

position. See Figure 11.

WARNING: Remove key from the

tractor when tractor is not in use to prevent

accidental starting.

THROTTLE CONTROL

The throttle control is located on the left side of the

dashboard and is used to regulate the engine speed.

See Figure 11. The engine should be operated at full

throttle (FAST) when operating any equipment that

uses the tractor engine as a source of power such

as the mowing deck or snow thrower attachment.

Figure 11

CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control is located on the left side of the

dashboard and is operated manually. Details for the

choke operation are covered in the separate engine

manual packed with your unit. See Figure 11.

LIGHT SWITCH

The head lamps are operated by pushing the light

switch located on the dashboard. The head lamps

will only operate when the engine is running. See

Figure 11.

AMMETER

The ammeter registers the rate of battery charge or

discharge. The ammeter will register on the discharg-

ing side with starting the engine. It should register on

the opposite side (charging) when the engine is run-

ning in the fast position until the battery is completely

charged. With a fully charged battery or with the

engine idling, the ammeter will not show a charge.

See Figure 11.

SHIFT LEVER

The shift lever is located in the center of the console

and has three positions, FORWARD, NEUTRAL and

REVERSE. See Figure 11. The clutch-brake pedal

must be depressed and the lawn tractor must not be

moving when shifting gears. Do not force the shift

lever. Release the clutch-brake pedal slightly to line

up the shifting collar in the transmission. Then try to

shift gears.

SPEED CONTROL LEVER

The speed control lever is located either on the con-

sole or on the right fender. See Figure 12. The speed

control lever allows you to regulate the ground speed

of the lawn tractor. To select the ground speed,

depress clutch pedal. Move speed control lever out of

the notches and backward to slow lawn tractor, for-

ward to increase speed. When desired speed has

been obtained, release lever in that position. When-

ever clutch is released, unit will automatically go to

the pre-set speed.

Figure 12

CLUTCH-BRAKE PEDAL

The clutch-brake pedal is located on the left side of

the lawn tractor. Depressing the clutch-brake pedal

part way disengages the clutch. Pressing the pedal

all the way down disengages the clutch and engages

the disc brake. See Figure 11.

NOTE: The clutch-brake pedal must be depressed

to start the engine.

Shift Lever

Throttle

Control

Pedal

Ignition

Switch

Light

Switch

Ammeter

Choke

Control

Clutch-Brake

Deck Height

Adjustment Knob

Speed

Control

Lever

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PARKING BRAKE

The speed control lever is used to set the parking

brake. To set the parking brake, depress the clutch-

brake pedal. Move the speed control lever out of the

notches to the parking brake position. Release the

speed control lever and the clutch-brake pedal.

To release the parking brake, depress the clutch-

brake pedal and move the speed control lever out of

the notches to the desired position. Release the

speed control lever and the clutch-brake pedal.

NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the

operator leaves the seat with the engine running

INTERLOCKS (Not Shown)

Interlock safety switches are located by the clutch-

brake pedal, the lift lever, the shift lever and under the

seat.

Before the engine will start, the clutch-brake pedal

must be depressed all the way and the lift lever must

be in the BLADES STOP position.

Before the unit can be shifted into reverse or if the

operator leaves the seat, the lift lever must be in the

BLADES STOP position.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

If your unit is equipped with indicator lights, two or

three indicator lights are located in the dash panel. If

a light illuminates when attempting to start the unit,

proceed as follows.

CLUTCH—Depress the clutch pedal.

PTO—Place lift lever in the BLADES STOP position.

OIL—Check the crankcase oil level, and add oil as

required.

CUTTING CONTROLS

A. LIFT LEVER

The lift lever is used to raise and lower the cutting

deck and to engage and disengage the blades. Pull-

ing it all the way back and locking it disengages the

blades.

NOTE: The lift lever must be in the BLADES

STOP position when starting the engine, when

shifting into reverse and if the operator leaves the

seat. See Figure 13.

B. DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The deck height adjustment knob is used to set the

cutting height. The deck height adjustment knob can

be at low or high position or an infinite number of set-

tings in between. After a cutting height is selected,

the deck will be returned to exactly the same height

each time the lift lever is engaged.

Turn the deck height adjustment knob clockwise to

raise the cutting height; turn it counterclockwise to

lower the cutting height.

C. SETTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT

1. With the engine OFF, engage the lift lever. Turn

the deck height adjustment knob to desired

position (clockwise to raise deck,

counterclockwise to lower deck).

2. Move the deck wheels to the hole location so the

deck wheels are 1/4 to 1/2 inch above the

ground. Disengage the lift lever.

NOTE: When using the optional snow thrower attach-

ment, the deck height adjustment knob should be

turned all the way to low position so the snow thrower

will reach the ground. Or if blowing snow off gravel,

turn the deck height adjustment knob to a slightly

higher position to avoid scraping the gravel.

Figure 13

SECTION 7: OPERATION

WARNING

AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

•GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. • AVOID SUDDEN

TURNS.

•DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP.

•IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK

DOWNHILL SLOWLY.

•DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND.

•NEVER CARRY CHILDREN.

•LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING.

•KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND SWITCHES) IN

PLACE AND WORKING.

•REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).

•KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.

•BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLACING

HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).

•BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR’S POSITION, DISENGAGE BLADE(S),

PLACE THE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL, ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK,

SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY.

READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Lift

Lever

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GAS AND OIL FILL-UP

Check the oil level and add if necessary. Service

the engine with gasoline as instructed in the

separate engine manual packed with your

tractor. Read instructions carefully.

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is shipped with oil;

however you must check the oil level before

operating. Be careful not to overfill.

WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors,

with engine running or while engine is hot.

STARTING THE ENGINE

IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with a safety

interlock system for your protection. The purpose of

the safety interlock system is to prevent the engine

from cranking or starting unless the clutch-brake

pedal is depressed and the lift lever is in the

BLADES STOP position. In addition, the lift lever

must be in the BLADES STOP position when the

unit is put into reverse or the engine will shut off. If

the operator leaves the seat with the lift lever

engaged and/or without setting the parking brake,

the engine will shut off.

WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if

the interlock system is malfunctioning

because it is a safety device, designed for

protection.

1. Place the lift lever in the BLADES STOP

position.

2. Depress the clutch-brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

3. Set the throttle control in the FAST position.

4. Pull out the choke control (a warm engine may

not require choking).

5. Turn the ignition key to the right to the START

position. After the engine starts, release the key.

It will return to the ON position.

NOTE: Protect the starter life by using short

starting cycles of several seconds. Cranking more

than 15 seconds per minute can damage the starter

motor.

6. Push choke knob in gradually. Move the throttle

control to desired engine speed.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Turn the ignition key to the left to the OFF position.

Remove the key to prevent accidental starting.

IMPORTANT: If you strike a foreign object, stop

the engine. Remove wire from spark plug,

thoroughly inspect the unit for any damage, and

repair the damage before restarting and operating

the mower.

NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to

the Trouble Shooting Guide in section 14.

OPERATING THE LAWN TRACTOR

1. Move throttle control to full throttle to prevent

strain on the engine and to operate the cutting

blades.

2. Place the shift lever in either the FORWARD or

REVERSE position.

3. Release the parking brake by depressing the

clutch-brake pedal, pressing outward on the

speed control lever and moving to desired

position. Use first speed position when operating

the lawn tractor for the first time.

WARNING: Look to the rear before

backing up.

4. Release clutch-brake pedal slowly to put unit

into motion.

5. The lawn tractor is brought to a stop by

depressing the clutch-brake pedal.

NOTE: When operating the unit initially, there will

be little difference between the highest two speeds

until after the belts have seated themselves into the

pulleys during the break-in period.

Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire,

or other objects which could damage lawn mower or

engine. For best results and to insure more even

grass distribution, do not mow when lawn is

excessively wet.

WARNING: Before leaving the

operator’s position for any reason,

disengage the blades, place the shift lever

in neutral, engage the parking brake, shut

engine off and remove the key.

When stopping the unit to empty a grass bag, etc.,

follow the instructions above. This procedure will

also eliminate ‘‘browning’’ the grass, which is caused

by hot exhaust gases from a running engine.

If unit stalls with speed control in high speed, or if

unit will not operate with speed control lever in a low

speed position, proceed as follows.

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1. Place shift lever in NEUTRAL.

2. Restart engine.

3. Place speed control lever in high speed position.

4. Release clutch-brake pedal fully.

5. Depress clutch-brake pedal.

6. Place speed control lever in desired position.

7. Place shift lever in either FORWARD or

REVERSE, and follow normal operating

procedures.

OPERATING THE CUTTING BLADES

The cutting blades may be engaged while the lawn

tractor is moving or standing still. DO NOT engage

the cutting blades abruptly as the sudden belt

tension on the pulley may cause the engine to stall.

WARNING: Keep feet and hands away

from the discharge opening, the blades or

any part of the deck. When the unit is used

for anything other than mowing operations,

the blade drive should be disengaged.

Move the lift lever into the BLADES STOP position

to disengage the blades.

GRASS COLLECTOR AVAILABLE

Grass Collector Model 190-063-000 is available as

optional equipment.

WARNING: The mower should not be

operated without the entire grass catcher

or chute deflector in place.

NOTE: Under normal usage bag material is subject

to wear, and should be checked periodically. Be sure

to use only factory authorized replacement bag.

SECTION 8: ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug

wires and ground against the engine

before performing any adjustments, repairs

or maintenance.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the position of the seat, move the seat

adjustment lever (located under the seat) to the left

and slide the seat forward or backwards. See Figure

14. Make sure seat is locked into one of the six

adjustment positions before operating the lawn

tractor.

Figure 14

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: If any adjustments are

made to the engine while the engine is

running (e.g. carburetor), disengage all

clutches and blades. Keep clear of all

moving parts. Be careful of heated

surfaces and muffler.

Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to

compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,

altitude and load. Refer to separate engine manual

for carburetor adjustment information.

NOTE: A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to

run rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and

attached to the carburetor before adjusting

carburetor.

DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT

If an uneven cut is obtained, the deck may be

leveled by following instructions in Assembly section.

DECK ENGAGEMENT ADJUSTMENT

The cutting deck engagement may be adjusted to

make certain deck is disengaged when lift lever is in

the BLADES STOP position. Correct adjustment as

follows.

With the engine off, place the lift lever in the highest

cutting position (first position). Remove the cotter pin

and flat washer which secure the disengagement rod

to the stabilizer shaft assembly. See Figure 15.

Shorten the rod by threading it in until the ferrule is

against the back of the slot in the lift shaft assembly,

and the rod lines up with the hole in the stabilizer

shaft. For more belt tension the disengagement rod

must be lengthened. To decrease belt tension the

disengagement rod must be shortened.

Seat

Seat

Adjustment

Lever

16

Check the adjustment by placing the lift lever in the

BLADES STOP position. The deck should move up

and forward, allowing the belt to become loose.

Start and test for disengagement. Repeat procedure

as necessary.

Figure 15

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

1. Place the transmission in neutral. (The unit will

move freely when pushed forward and backward

with the parking brake released.)

2. Loosen the bolt which secures the shift lever

assembly to the shift lever link. See Figure 16.

3. Place the shift lever in the neutral slot.

See Figure 16.

4. Tighten the bolt to 13 foot pounds.

Figure 16

WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

The caster (forward slant of the king pin) and the

camber (tilt of the wheels out at the top) require no

adjustment. Automotive steering principles have

been used to determine the caster and camber on

the tractor. The front wheels should toe-in between

1/16 - 5/16 inch.

To adjust the toe-in, follow these steps.

1. Remove the hex nut and lock washer, and drop

the end of the tie rod from the axle bracket. See

Figure 17.

2. Loosen the hex jam nut on tie rod.

3. Adjust the tie rod assembly for correct toe-in.

Figure 17

Dimension ‘‘B’’ should be approximately 1/16 - 5/16"

less than Dimension ‘‘A.’’ See Figure 18. To

increase Dimension ‘‘B," screw tie rod into tie rod

end. To decrease Dimension ‘‘B,’’ unscrew tie rod

from tie rod end. Reassemble tie rod. Check

dimensions. Readjust if necessary.

Figure 18

Disengagement Rod

Stabilizer Shaft

Assembly

Spring

Flat Washer

Hairpin Clip

Stabilizer Plate

Neutral

Slot

Shift

Lever

Loosen

Hex Bolt

Tie

Rod

End

Tie Rod

Hex Jam

Nut

Wheel

Bracket

Hex Nut

Lock Washer

(1/16" - 5/16" Less Than A)

A

B

Front

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Figure 19

SPEED CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

(See Figure 19)

NOTE: When operating the unit initially or after

replacing the belts, there will be little difference

between the highest two speeds until after the belts

have gone through a break-in period and have

seated themselves into the pulleys.

If the full range of speeds cannot be obtained on your

unit, adjust the speed control as follows.

1. Adjust the speed control lever by pushing the

clutch-brake pedal forward until it hits the stop

on the running board. See Figure 19. Have

another person hold the pedal in this position as

you make the following adjustment. Place the

speed control lever in parking brake position.

Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer, and

adjust the ferrule on the rod so it is against the

back end of the slot. See Figure 19. Then

lengthen rod one more turn. Reassemble and

secure with the flat washer and hairpin clip.

2. Adjust the speed control link as follows to obtain

the correct neutral adjustment.

A. Start the engine.

B. Place the shift lever in Neutral position.

C. Place the speed control lever in high speed

position.

D. Release the clutch-brake pedal completely, then

slowly depress the pedal all the way (to park

position). Hold the pedal in this position.

E. Turn the engine off.

F. After engine stops completely, release the

clutch-brake pedal.

G. Place speed control lever in second position.

H. Remove the cotter pin and flat washer which

secures the speed control link to the variable

speed torque bracket assembly.

I. Push the clutch-brake pedal backward by hand

as far as it will go using light pressure. Hold it in

this position as you thread the speed control link

in or out of the ferrule until it lines up with the pin

on the variable speed torque bracket assembly.

J. Secure speed control link to variable speed

torque bracket assembly with flat washer and

cotter pin.

Back of

Slot

Hairpin Clip

and Flat Washer

Speed Control Lever

Ferrule Speed

Control

Rod

Stop Rod

Speed

Control

Lever

Cotter Pin

and Flat Washer

Speed

Control

Link

Ferrule

Speed Control

Rod

Brake

Rod

Back

of Slot

Hairpin

Clip and

Flat Washer

Ferrule

Variable Speed

Torque Bracket

Assembly

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BRAKE ADJUSTMENT (See Figure 20)

The brake is located by the right rear wheel inside the

frame. During normal operation of this machine, the

brake is subject to wear and will require periodic

examination and adjustment.

WARNING: Do not have the engine

running when you adjust the brake.

To adjust the brake, adjust the nut so the brake starts

to engage when the brake lever is 1/4" to 5/16" away

from the axle housing.

Figure 20

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: If any adjustments are

made to the engine while the engine is

running (e.g. carburetor), disengage all

clutches and blades. Keep clear of all

moving parts. Be careful of heated

surfaces and muffler.

Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to

compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,

altitude and load. Refer to separate engine manual

for carburetor adjustment information.

NOTE: A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to

run rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and

attached to the carburetor before adjusting

carburetor.

SECTION 9: LUBRICATION

WARNING: Always stop engine and

disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning,

lubricating or doing any kind of work on

lawn tractor.

STEERING GEARS

Lubricate teeth of steering gears with automotive

multi-purpose grease after every 25 hours of

operation or once a season. See Figure 21.

STEERING SHAFT

Lubricate steering shaft at least once a season with

light oil.

Figure 21

LINKAGE

Once a season lubricate all the pivot points on the

clutch, brake and lift linkage with SAE 30 engine oil.

WHEELS

The front wheels may be provided with optional

grease fittings. The rear wheels must be removed

from the axle for lubrication. Lubricate at least once

a season with automotive multi-purpose grease.

PIVOT POINTS

Lubricate all pivot points with light oil at least once a

season.

BALL JOINTS

The ball joints and drag link ends are permanently

lubricated.

Brake Lever

Nut

Disc

Brake

Steering

Gears

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SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug

wire and ground against the engine before

performing any adjustments, repairs or

maintenance.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Refer to the trouble shooting chart in section 14 for

engine problems.

ENGINE

Refer to the separate engine manual for engine

maintenance instructions.

Service air cleaner every 10 hours under normal

conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely

dusty conditions. To service the air cleaner, refer to

the separate engine manual packed with your unit.

The spark plug(s) should be cleaned and the gap

reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is

recommended at the start of each mowing season;

check engine manual for correct plug type and gap

specifications.

Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate

engine manual packed with your unit. Read and

follow instructions carefully.

Oil Drain Sleeve

Your lawn tractor has a plastic oil drain sleeve

packed with the loose parts for your convenience in

draining oil from the crankcase. To drain the oil,

snap small end of oil drain sleeve onto oil sump. See

Figure 22. Remove drain plug and drain oil into a

suitable container.

Figure 22

FUEL FILTER

Your unit is equipped with a replaceable in-line fuel

filter. Replace filter whenever contamination or

discoloration is noticed. Order replacement filter

through your authorized engine service dealer.

CLEANING ENGINE AND DECK

Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be

wiped off promptly. Grass, leaves, and other dirt

must not be left to accumulate around the cooling

fins of the engine or on any part of the machine.

Clean the underside of the deck after each mowing.

CUTTING BLADES

A. REMOVAL FOR REPLACEMENT OR

SHARPENING

WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and

ground the spark plug wire(s) and remove

ignition key before working on the cutting

blade to prevent accidental engine starting.

Protect hands by using heavy gloves or a

rag to grasp the cutting blades.

1. Remove the hex flange nut which holds the

blade to the blade spindle.

2. Remove the blade from the spindle.

B. SHARPENING

Remove the cutting blades by following the

directions of the preceding section.

When sharpening the blades, follow the original

angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely important

that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of

grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration

when rotating at high speeds, may cause damage to

the mower and could break, causing personal injury.

The blade can be tested for balance by balancing it

on a round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from

the heavy side until it balances evenly.

C. REASSEMBLY

When replacing blades, be sure to install the blade

with the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with

part number) facing the ground when the mower is in

the operating position. Carefully align “star” on blade

with “star” on spindle. Secure with hex flange nut.

BLADE MOUNTING TORQUE

Hex Flange Nut: 840 in. lb. min., 1080 in. lb. max.

To ensure safe operation of your unit, all nuts and

bolts must be checked periodically for correct

tightness.

Oil Drain

Sleeve

Sump

Oil

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BATTERY CARE AND MAINTENANCE

(TYPE “A” BATTERY)

Type “A” batteries are sealed and are maintenance

free.

BATTERY CARE AND MAINTENANCE

(TYPE “B” BATTERY)

CHECK FLUID LEVEL

Check fluid level inside each cell of the battery every

two weeks and before and after charging. Always

keep level between maximum and minimum fill level.

Add only distilled water. Never add additional

acid or any other chemicals to the battery after initial

activation.

NOTE: After operating the lawn tractor for a long

period of time, check the fluid level in the battery as

it can overheat and lose fluid.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

(ALL BATTERIES)

The engine is equipped with an alternator which

charges battery when tractor is operated. Under

normal conditions, the battery only needs to be

charged before, during and after off-season storage.

Follow the instructions under “Off-Season Storage.”

To charge the battery: Battery P/N 725-1705D—

Charge at 2-3 amps for one hour. Battery P/N 725-

1707D, 725-0453G and 725-1750—Charge at 6

amps for one hour.

REMOVING / INSTALLING / JUMP STARTING

WARNING: When removing or installing

the battery, follow these instructions to

prevent the screwdriver from shorting

against the frame.

Removing the Battery: Disconnect negative cable

first, then positive cable.

Installing the Battery: Connect positive cable first,

then negative cable.

Jump Starting

1. First, connect end of one jumper cable to the

positive terminal of the good battery, then the

other end to the positive terminal of the dead

battery.

2. Connect the other jumper cable to the negative

terminal of the good battery, then to the FRAME

OF THE UNIT WITH THE DEAD BATTERY.

WARNING: Failure to use this procedure

could cause sparking, and the gas in either

battery could explode.

CLEAN THE BATTERY

Clean the battery by removing it from the unit and

washing with a baking soda and water solution. If

necessary, scrape the battery terminals with a wire

brush to remove deposits. Coat terminals and

exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to

prevent corrosion.

BATTERY FAILURES

Some common causes for battery failure are:

incorrect initial activation, lack of water, adding

chemicals other than water after initial activation,

undercharging, overcharging, corroded connections,

freezing. These failures do not constitute

warranty.

TIRES

Recommended operating tire pressure is

approximately 10 p.s.i. Maximum tire pressure under

any circumstances is 30 p.s.i. Equal tire pressure

should be maintained on all tires.

When installing a tire to the rim, be certain rim is

clean and free of rust. Lubricate both the tire and rim

generously. Never inflate to over 30 p.s.i. to seat

beads.

WARNING: Excessive pressure (over

30 p.s.i.) when seating beads may cause

tire/rim assembly to burst with force

sufficient to cause serious injury.

BELT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug

wire(s) and ground it against the engine.

Block the wheels of the unit.

NOTE: Figures 23, 27 and 28 are shown with the

unit tipped up for clarity. It is not necessary to tip the

unit to remove the belts.

However, if tipping the unit is desired, remove the

battery from the unit. To prevent gasoline leakage,

drain the gasoline, or remove the fuel tank cap,

place a thin piece of plastic over the neck of the fuel

tank and screw on the cap. Be certain to remove the

plastic when finished changing the belts. Block unit

securely.

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DECK BELT

1. Place the lift lever in the engaged (all the way

forward) position.

2. Disconnect the spring which is attached to a

bracket on the transaxle, inside the right rear

wheel. Use a spring puller or other suitable tool.

NOTE: When reassembling, make certain belt

keeper pins are assembled in the same locations

from which they were removed. See Figure 23.

Figure 23

3. Place the lift lever in the BLADES STOP

position.

4. Remove the belt keeper pins from the lower

frame. See Figure 23.

5. Unhook the deck belt from the engine pulley.

6. Place the lift lever in the engaged (all the way

forward) position.

7. Disconnect the stabilizer plate from the stabilizer

shaft assembly by removing the hairpin clips and

flat washers and sliding out the rod. Refer to

Figure 15.

8. Disconnect the six deck links by removing the

hairpin clips and flat washers.

9. Place the lift lever in the BLADES STOP

position.

10. Slide the deck from beneath the lawn tractor.

11. Remove the belt guards at each deck pulley by

removing the self-tapping screws. See Figure

24.

12. Remove and replace the belt, reassemble

following the instructions in reverse order.

Figure 24

REAR DRIVE BELT

1. Place shift lever in neutral position. Unscrew the

shift knob. Remove the two truss head screws

which secure the transmission cover. See Figure

25.

2. Lift the transmission cover. Unplug the safety

wire from beneath the transmission cover. See

Figure 25. Remove transmission cover.

Figure 25

3. Push the idler pulley toward the right side of the

unit. Lift the belt over the idler pulley. See Figure

26.

4. Remove the belt from the variable speed pulley.

5. Remove the two bolts which hold the shift lever

bracket to the frame on the left side of the unit.

Swing the bracket toward the right so the belt

can be removed from the transmission pulley.

See Figure 26.

6. Replace belt, and reassemble in reverse order.

7. Adjust the speed control as instructed in

adjustment section.

Belt Keeper Pins

Engine

Pulley

Self-Tapping

Screws Belt

Guard

Belt Guard

Stabilizer

Plate

Deck

Pulleys

Shift

Knob

Truss

Head Screws

Safety

Wire

22

Figure 26

FRONT DRIVE BELT

1. To remove the front drive belt, first remove the

rear drive belt from the idler pulley and variable

speed pulley.

2. Place the lift lever in the BLADES STOP

position.

3. Remove the belt keeper pins from the engine

pulley belt guard. Refer to Figure 23.

NOTE: Make certain belt keeper pins are

reassembled as shown in Figure 23.

4. Unhook the deck belt from the engine pulley.

5. Remove the center bolt, lock washer and flat

washer, and let the engine pulley drop down so

the belt is past the belt guards.

Figure 27

6. Place the clutch-brake pedal in park position.

7. Push forward on the variable speed pulley, lift

the belt off the engine pulley, and remove the

belt from the pulley.

8. Release the clutch-brake pedal. Using the pedal

to move the variable speed pulley as necessary,

lift the belt up and off the variable speed pulley.

NOTE: When reassembling, make certain belt is

inside the pins. See Figure 28.

Figure 28

9. Reassemble with a new belt, following

instructions in reverse order.

10. Adjust the speed control as instructed in

adjustment section.

SECTION 11: OFF-SEASON

STORAGE

If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer

than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.

1. Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.

2. Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the entire

machine with an oiled rag to protect the

surfaces.

3. Refer to the engine manual for correct engine

storage instructions. The engine must be

completely drained of fuel to prevent gum

deposits from forming on essential carburetor

parts, fuel lines and fuel tanks.

4. Charge battery fully. The battery loses some of

its charge each day when the unit is not used.

NEVER store battery without a full charge.

Recharge battery before returning to service or

every two months, whichever occurs first.

5. When storing unit for extended periods,

disconnect battery cables. Removing battery

from unit is recommended.

6. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next

to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.

NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment

in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care

should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a

light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially

any chains, springs, bearings and cables.

Transmission

Pulley Shift Lever Bracket

Hex Bolt

Rear

Drive

Belt

Idler

Pulley Variable

Speed Pulley

Center Bolt

Lock Washer

Flat Washer

Variable

Speed Pulley

Pins

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SECTION 12: OPTIONAL

EQUIPMENT

At the time of manufacture of lawn tractor, the

following optional equipment is available.

NOTE: These lawn tractors are not designed for

ground-engaging equipment (tillers, plows, etc.).

*Available through your local dealer or from Agri-

FabInc., 303 W. Raymond Street, Sullivan, Illinois

61951.

SECTION 13: LABELS

Description Model No.

40" Two Stage Snow Thrower 190-621-000

42" Dozer Blade 190-620-000

Mulching Kit 190-112-000

Twin Bag Grass Collector 190-063-000

Front Counterweight 190-745-000

Tire Chains—20 x 8 190-658-000

31 Lb. Wheel Weights 190-215-000

Gang Reel (Set of three) 45-0195*

38" Lawn Sweeper 45-0222*

Heavy Duty Dump Cart 45-0171*

Tine De-Thatcher 45-0186*

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

777I20239 Dash w/o PTO

777I20243 Height Adjustment Knob

777I20270 Deck Lift

777I20271 If Unit Stalls

777I20475 8-Speed Selector

777D03188 WOP Hoodside Label-R.H.

777D03189 WOP Hoodside Label-L.H.

777D03190 WOP Fender Label

777S30025 Transmission Cover Label

777S30107 Safety Seat Label

777S30012 Assemble Chute Label

777S30010 Chute Danger Label

777S30018 Deck Safety Label

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SECTION 14: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Trouble Possible

Cause(s) Corrective Action

Engine will

not crank

Safety switch

button not

depressed.

Battery installed

incorrectly.

Battery is dead

or weak.

Blown fuse or

circuit breaker.

Engine ground

wire loose.

There are two switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the clutch pedal switch and

the deck lift lever switch. Make certain the actuator is fully depressing the buttons on

each switch.

The battery must be installed with negative terminal attached to black ground wire.

Negative terminal is identified at the post by “NEG”, “N” or “-”. The positive terminal,

identified by “POS”, “P” or “+”, must be attached to the big red wire which goes to the

solenoid. All batteries are to be fully charged before installing. Refer to “Quick Start”

battery guide that came with the operator’s manual.

Check fluid level in battery. If fluid is low, fill to just below split rings with water. Charge

with 6 AMP charger until fully charged.

Refer to operator’s manual for fuse box location. Replace fuse with automotive type

fuse. Fuses seldom fail without a reason. The problem must be corrected. Check for

loose connections in the fuse holder. Replace fuse holder if necessary. A dead short

may be in the cranking or charging circuit where the insulation may have rubbed

through and exposed the bare wire. Replace the wire or repair with electrician's tape if

the wire strands have not been damaged.

Note: Look for a wire pinched between body panels, burned by the exhaust pipe or

muffler or rubbed against a moving part.

Engine should have a black ground wire running from engine to frame or mounting

bolt.

Engine

cranks but

will not start

Throttle or choke

not in starting

position.

No fuel to the

carburetor.

No spark to

spark plug.

Dirty aircleaner.

Check operator's manual for correct position for throttle control and choke for starting.

Gasoline tank empty. Fill.

Fuel line or in-line fuel filter plugged. Remove and clean fuel line. Replace filter if

necessary.

Spark plug lead disconnected. Connect lead. Hold spark plug lead away from engine

block about 1/8". Crank engine. There should be a spark. If not, have engine repaired

at authorized engine service dealer.

Faulty spark plug. To test, remove spark plug. Attach spark plug lead to spark plug.

Ground the spark plug body against the engine block. Crank the engine. The spark

plug should fire at the electrode. Replace if it does not.

If the air cleaner is dirty, the engine may not start. Refer to the engine manual packed

with your unit.

Engine

smokes

Engine oil has

been overfilled.

Engine loses

crankcase

vacuum.

Check oil level.

Dipstick not seated or broken. Replace defective part.

Engine breather defective. Replace.

Excessive

vibration

Bent or

damaged blade.

Bent blade.

Stop engine immediately. Check all pulleys, blade adapters, keys and bolts for

tightness and spindle damage. Tighten or replace any damaged parts.

Stop engine immediately. Replace damaged blade. Only use original equipment

blades.

Mower will

not

discharge

grass or

leaves

uncut strips

Engine speed

low.

Speed selection.

Cutting height

set too low.

Blades short or

dull.

Throttle must be set at full throttle.

Use lower ground speed. The slower your ground speed, the better the quality of cut.

Raise deck.

Sharpen or replace blades (uncut strip problem only).

25

Notes

26

Model 686

-RED

RED

RED

RED

RED A

OIL PRESSURE

HEADLIGHTS GREEN

STARTER

MAGNETO

ORG/BLK

ORG/BLK

ORG/WHT

ORANGE

AMMETER

725-0925

FUSE

725-1381

REVERSE SW.

725-1643

ORG/BLK

ORG/BLK

ORG/WHT

SEAT SW.

725-1303

725-1439

BATTERY

ALTERNATOR

ALTERNATOR

AFTERFIRE SOL.

GREEN

BLUE

YELLOW

WHITE

RED/BLK

GREEN

YEL/BLK

YEL/BLK

YEL/WHT

RED/WHT

GREEN

ORG/BLK

DECK SW.

725-1657A

ORANGE

YELLOW

SOLENOID

725-1426

YEL/WHT

RED

AL

G

BS

M

ORG/BLK

ORANGE

KEY SW

725-1396

CLUTCH SW

725-1657A

LIGHT SW

725-0634

.

.

.

MAIN HARNESS

629-0306B

GREEN

BLUE

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NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 731-1429 Hood

2 710-0896 Hex Wash. B-Tap Scr. 1/4 x .62" Lg.

3 726-0233 Bolt Retainer 1/4" I.D.

4 17782 Retainer Clip

5 736-3078 FL-Wash. .34" I.D. x 1" O.D.

6 710-0351 Truss Mach. B-Tap Scr. #10 x .5" Lg.

7 726-0201 Speed Nut

8 16903A Hood Plate

11 746-3021 Choke Control

14 16902A Hood Hinge

15 725-0963 Lamp

16 725-1649 Twist Lock—Lamp Socket

17 777-8516 Reflector—Headlight

18 710-0227 Hex Wash. Hd. AB-Tap Scr. #8 x .5" Lg.

19 783-0341 8-Speed Selector Plate

20 710-3008 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Lg.*

21 731-1430B Grille

22 17300D Dash Support Bracket

23 723-0416 Screen

24 712-0265 Hex Sems Nut 5/16-18 Thd.*

25 736-0176 Fl-Wash. 1/4" I.D. x .93" O.D.

26 710-0607 Hex Wash. Hd. B-Tap Scr. 5/16-18 x .5"

27 710-0429 Hex B-Tap Scr. #10 x .38" Lg.

28 736-0267 Fl-Wash. 3/8" I.D. x .875" O.D.

29 711-1002 Adj. Ferrule 3/8-8 Thd.

33 736-0242 Bell-Wash. .345" I.D. x .88"

34 714-0101 Hairpin Clip

35 716-0125 “E”-Ring .375" Dia.

36 712-0287 Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd.*

37 736-0270 Bell-Wash. .265" I.D. x .75"

38 747-0898 Adjustment Rod

39 712-0449 Hex Nut 3/8-8 Twin Thd.

40 710-3015 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x .75" Lg.

41 720-0236 Plastic Knob

42 732-0732 Ext. Spring 3.21" Lg.

43 783-0329A Rear Fender

44 750-0755 Spacer .33" I.D. x .625" O.D.

45 710-0167 Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x .50" Lg.*

46 736-0278 Fl-Wash. .328" I.D. x .68" O.D.

47 710-0599 Hex Wash. Hd. Scr. 1/4-20 x .5" Lg.

48 727-0460A Indicator Strip

49 783-0120 Indicator Bracket

52 750-0754 Shld. Spacer .33" I.D.

53 736-0142 Fl-Wash. .281" I.D. x .5" O.D.

54 712-0158 Hex Cent. L-Nut 5/16-18 Thd.

55 731-1890 Side Cover—R.H.

731-1891 Side Cover—L.H.

56 710-1034 Double Ended Stud 1/4-20 Thd.

59 831-0823A Throttle Control Box Ass’y.

60 746-0775 Throttle Control Wire 35" Lg.

61 710-0751 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x .62" Lg.*

62 736-0173 Fl-Wash. .281" I.D. x .73" O.D.

63 725-1341B Ignition Key

64 725-1396 Ignition Switch

65 731-1510 Dash Panel

66 725-0634 Light Switch

67 725-0925 Ammeter

68 731-1038A Lens

69 725-1347 Ignition Switch Cap

72 750-0526 Spacer

73 725-1346 Ignition Switch Nut

74 710-0779A Truss Mach. AB-Tap Scr. #10 x .5" Lg.

76 732-0675 Ball Plunger

77 710-0642 Hex Wash. Hd. Tap Scr. 1/4 x .75" Lg.

78 736-0119 L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.

79 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.

80 712-0291 Hex L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

94 712-0147 Speed Nut #10-24 Thd.

103 17633A Gasoline Tank Support

105 710-0599 Hex Tap Scr. 1/4-20 x .5" Lg.

111 712-0185 Speed Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

113 710-0176 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.75"

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NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

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30

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REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 731-1904 Steering Wheel Cap

2 710-0643 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1" Lg.

3 736-0242 Belleville Wash. .345" I.D.

4 731-1869 Steering Wheel

9 17198A Retainer Plate

10 738-0141 Shld Bolt .437" Dia. x .35" Lg.—5/16-18

11 710-1039 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.0" Lg. (Grade 5)

13 750-0535 Spacer .380" I.D. x .625" O.D. x .227

14 736-0217 L-Wash. 3/8" I.D. (H.D.)

15 710-0726 Hex Wash. Hd. Self-Tap Scr.

16 711-1107 Steering Drag Link

17 783-0041A Pivot Bar Brkt.

18 738-0527 Shld Bolt .498" Dia. x 2.04" Lg.—3/8-16

19 712-0431 Flanged Hex Nut 3/8-16 Thd.*

21 712-0411 Hex L-Nut 5/16-24 Thd.

22 683-0055 Steering Arm Front Axle

23 710-0772 Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x 2.00" Lg.(Grade 5)

25 719-0342A Pivot Bar Ass’y.

26 683-0127 Front Axle Ass’y.—L.H.

27 712-0241 Hex Nut 3/8-24 Thd.*

28 736-0169 L-Wash. 3/8" I.D.*

29 723-3018 Ball Joint 3/8-24 Thd.

30 747-0753 Tie Rod

31 712-0711 Hex Jam Nut 3/8-24 Thd.*

32 683-0126 Front Axle Ass’y.—R.H.

33 634-0059 Wheel Ass’y. Com p.

734-0864 Tire Only

734-0255 Air Valve

34 634-0051 Front Wheel Rim Only

35 741-0569 Bearing

36 736-0285 Fl-Wash. .635" I.D. x 1.59" O.D.

37 731-2290 Hub Cap

38 714-0470 Cotter Pin 1/8" Dia. x 1.25"*

39 736-0531 Fl-Wash. .640" I.D. x 1.24" O.D.

40 726-0214 Push Cap 5/8" Dia. Rod

42 712-0262 Hex Jam Nut 3/8-24 Thd.

43 710-1309 Torx Bolt 5/16-18 x .63" Lg.

44 736-0119 L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.*

45 736-0343 Fl-Wash. .33" I.D. x 1.25" O.D.

46 748-0389 Cap

47 712-0214 Hex Cent. L-Nut 3/8-24 Thd.

49 712-0158 Hex Cent. L-Nut 5/16-18 Thd.

50 736-0119 L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.*

51 717-0622A Steering Gear Segment

52 741-0656 Hex. Flg. Brg. 5/8" I.D.

53 736-0187 Fl-Wash. (Hardened)

54 738-0919 Steering Shaft

58 736-0271 Wave-Wash. .32" I.D. x .62" O.D.

59 736-0187 Fl-Wash. (Hardened)

60 723-0448 Drag Link Ball Joint 7/16-20 Thd.

63 727-0425A Spring Clip

64 736-0356 Bell-Wash. .39" I.D. x 1.38" O.D.

67 737-0211 Grease Fitting

68 737-3000 Grease Fitting

69 712-0240 Hex Jam Nut 7/16-20 Thd.

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

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32

Model 686

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

2 17840 Transaxle Mtg. Brkt.

5 736-0119 L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.*

11 783-0310E Lower Frame Ass’y.

13 712-0287 Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd.*

14 736-0329 L-Wash. 1/4" I.D.*

17 736-0242 Bell-Wash. .345" I.D. x .88"

18 712-0267 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.*

21 756-0982 Engine Pulley

23 736-0171 L-Wash. 7/16" I.D.*

25 754-0280 Variable-Speed Belt

26 710-3008 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Lg.

27 17963 Bearing Shaft Bracket Ass’y.

28 741-0591 Flanged Nyliner Brg. 5/8" I.D. x .88" Lg.

29 712-0241 Hex Nut 3/8-24 Thd.*

30 17694 Idler Bracket

31 736-0169 L-Wash. 3/8" I.D.*

32 712-0241 Hex Nut 3/8-24 Thd.*

33 17629A Transaxle Support Brkt.

34 732-0556 Ext. Spring .94" O.D. x 7.58"

35 714-0149B Inter. Cotter Pin

36 750-0802 Spacer .63" I.D.

37 710-0757 Hex Bolt 7/16-20 x 1.5" Lg.

38 738-0785 Shld. Spacer .445" I.D.

39 712-0138 Hex Nut 1/4-28 Thd.

40 710-0776 Hex AB-Tap Scr. 1/4" x .62" Lg.

41 711-0747 Belt Guard Pin

42 736-0222 Ext. L-Wash. 1/4" I.D.

43 710-0599 Hex Wash. Hd. S-Tap Scr. 1/4-20 x .50"

44 683-0123 Clutch/Brake Pedal Ass’y.

45 736-0140 Fl-Wash. .344" I.D. x .62"

47 747-0755A Brake Rod Ass’y.

48 735-0196 Foot Pad

51 17705 Shift Lever Ass’y.

53 732-0264 Ext. Spring .38" O.D. x 2.5"

54 732-0642 Ext. Spring 7.33" Lg.

55 710-1266 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 3.5" Lg.

56 734-1675 Wheel Ass’y. Co m p.

734-1596 Tire Only

57 634-0070 Wheel Rim Only

58 734-0255 Air Valve (Service Only)

59 710-0627 Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .75" Lg.*

61 732-0722 Brake Return Spring Anchor

63 736-0275 Fl-Wash. .34" I.D. x .68" O.D.

64 710-0428 Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1.25" Lg.*

65 732-0568 Ext. Spring

66 732-0384 Ext. Spring .62" O.D. x 6.12"

67 16554A Variable Speed Torque Brkt. Ass’y.

68 741-0419 Flanged Bearing

69 714-0111 Cotter Pin 3/32" Dia.*

70 748-0234 Shoulder Spacer .27" Lg.

71 747-0530A Speed Control Link

72 741-0405 Truss Bearing .56 Dia. x 1.25"

73 720-0232 Shift Knob

74 756-0437 Fl-Idler Pulley 3.25" x .75"

75 656-0005 “V” Pulley

76 736-0427 Bell-Wash. .56" I.D. x 1.125"

77 712-3035 Hex Jam Nut 5/16-18 Thd.

78 710-0539 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.75" Lg.

79 754-0370 Variable Speed Belt

80 716-0114 Snap Ring .56" Dia.

81 736-0355 Fl-Wash.

82 717-0800A Variable Speed Pulley Ass’y. 5" O.D.

84 16354B Variable Speed Brkt. Ass’y.

85 732-0525 Comp. Spring—Clip

86 17668 Axle Support Brkt.—R.H.

17669 Axle Support Brkt.—L.H. (Not Shown)

88 725-1426 Solenoid

89 17630 Shift Lever Bracket

90 736-0414 Teflon Washer .565" I.D.

92 711-1000 Belt Keeper 3" Lg.

93 725-1657A Safety Switch (Clutch)

94 738-0755 Shld. Bolt 3/8-24 x 3.12" Lg.

97 736-0105 Bell-Wash. .38" I.D. x .88"

98 738-0569 Shaft .56" Dia. x 3.875" Lg.

99 736-0331 Bell-Wash. .39" I.D. x 1.12"

100 736-0256 Fl-Wash. .64" I.D. x .94"

101 714-0470 Cotter Pin 1/8" Dia. x 1.25"

102 710-0604 Hex Wash. Hd. Scr. 5/16-18 x .62" Lg.

103 731-2290 Hub Cap

107 17860 Pedal Bracket

109 711-0198 Ferrule

111 710-0195 Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x .50" Lg.

112 736-0270 Bell-Wash. .265" I.D. x .75"

113 17707 Shift Lever Link Ass’y.

115 736-0140 Fl-Wash. .385" I.D. x .62"

116 741-0404 Needle Brgs. (2 Req’d.)

117 727-0425A Spring Clip (Used w/Ref. No. 103)

119 710-0427 Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1.25" Lg.

120 756-0217 Fl-Idler w/Flanges 2.75" O.D.

121 736-0280 Fl-Wash. .39" I.D. x 1.12" O.D.

122 712-0798 Hex Nut 3/8-16 Thd.

128 710-0650 Hex Wash. TT-Tap Scr. 5/16-18 x .75" Lg.

129 710-0726 Hex Wash. AB-Tap Scr. 5/16-18 x .75" Lg.

130 712-0265 Hex Sems Nut 5/16-18 Thd.

131 732-0750A Spring Switch

132 711-1044 Belt Guard Pin

133 750-0956 Spacer

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts.

V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-belt can be dangerous

by not disengaging completely.

33

Model 686

Single Speed Transaxle-RH

Model 618-0163B

4

34

Model 686

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 732-0614 Wire Ring

2 716-0231 “E”—Ring

4 710-1325 Hex Tap Scr. 1/4-20 x 1.625 Lg.

5 719-0367 Upper Housing

8 711-1109 Input Shaft

10 736-0335 Thrust Washer 5/8" I.D. x 1.25" O.D.

11 717-1464 Pinion Input 14T

12 716-0108 Retaining Ring

13 711-1003 Drive Shaft—R.H. Brake

14 741-0336 Flange Brg. 5/8" I.D. x 3/4" Lg.*

15 717-1362 Bevel Gear 42T Small I.D.

16 717-1363 Bevel Gear 42T Large I.D.

17 718-0228 Clutch Collar

21 710-0862A Pan Head Scr. 1/4-20 x .50" Lg. w/Patch

23 741-0340 Sleeve Bearing 3/4" I.D. x 1.0" Lg.

24 721-0338 Oil Seal 3/4" I.D.

26 736-0445 Fl-Wash. .760" I.D. x 1.5" O.D.

32 ** Washer (See Below)

34 719-0313B Lower Housing

35 718-0150 Anti-Rotation Brkt.

37 ** Washer (See Below)

38 712-0273 Hex Nut 5/16-24 Thd.

39 736-0371 Fl-Wash. .344" I.D. x .875" O.D.

40 717-0700 Actuating Arm

41 761-0198 Brake Yoke

42 717-0682 Puck Plate

43 717-0678 Brake Puck

45 761-0202 Brake Disc

46 741-0337 Flange Bearing 5/8" I.D. x 15/16" Lg.

48 611-0011 Shift Fork Ass’y.

49 741-0862 Ball Detent .250" Dia.

50 732-0863 Spring Detent

52 741-0335 Needle Brg. 5/8" I.D. x 1/2" Lg.

54 736-0349 Fl-Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D.x .020 Thk.

55 741-0343 Actuating Pin 5/16" Dia.

56 710-1206 Hex Wash Hd. Self-Tap Scr. 1/4-20 Thd.

58 736-0349 Fl-Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .020 Thk.

736-0495 Thrust Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .025"

60 ** Washer (See Below)

61 736-0519 Thrust Washer

62 618-0162 Differential Ass’y.

63 732-0742 R.H. Brake Spring

—737-0148 Grease—Shell (15 oz.)

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

**Ref. No. 32 736-0495 Thrust Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .025" Thk.

736-0336 Fl-Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .030" Thk.

736-0494 Thrust Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .035" Thk.

736-0337 Fl-Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .040" Thk.

**Ref. No. 37 736-0349 Fl-Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .020" Thk.

736-0336 Fl-Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .030" Thk.

736-0337 Fl-Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .040" Thk.

**Ref. No. 60 736-0492 Fl-Wash. .76" I.D. x 1.5" O.D. x .010" Thk.

736-0493 Fl-Wash. .76" I.D. x 1.5" O.D. x .020" Thk.

736-0351 Fl-Wash. .76" I.D. x 1.5" O.D. x .030" Thk.

736-0445 Fl-Wash. .76" I.D. x 1.5" O.D. x .060" Thk.

35

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REF.

NO.

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 738-1007 Shoulder Screw 3/8-16 x .5

2 710-1208 Hex Wash. Hd. Tap Scr.

5/16-18 x 3.25" Lg.

6 783-0607A Seat Pivot Bracket

7 751-0603 Fuel Cap

8 751-0657 Fuel Tank

9 726-0209 Tie Strap

10 751-0535-13 Fuel Line

11 726-0205 Hose Clamp

12 710-1268 Hex B-Tapp Scr. #10-16 x .38

13 712-0287 Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd.*

14 736-0329 L-Wash. 1/4" I.D.

15 712-3027 Lock Nut 1/4-20

16 732-0735 Compression Spring

17 720-0309A Grip

18 731-1989 Seat Spacer

19 732-0499 Compression Spring

20 736-0175 Spr. Wash. .265 x .562 x .025

21 738-0526 Running Board Rod

22 710-0227 Hex Wash. Hd. AB-Tap Scr.

#8 x .50" Lg.

24 783-0041B Front Pivot Brkt.

25 736-0726 Fl. Wash. .344 x .62 x .03

26 710-0870 Hex Wash. Hd. AB-Tap Scr.

5/16 x .75" Lg.

28 710-0703 Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x .75"*

29 17770C Running Board (R.H. & L.H.)

30 761-0168B Blade Brake Ass’y.

31 738-0137A Shld. Bolt 1/4-20 Thd.

32 731-0909 Rubber Foot Pad—L.H

731-0910 Rubber Foot Pad—R.H

34 783-0310E Lower Frame

36 726-0278 Insulator Boss Plate

38 710-3008 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Lg.*

39 783-0042A Upper Frame—R.H.

42 732-0581B Extension Spring 5.31" Lg.

44 725-1750 12-V Battery

45 783-0043 Upper Frame—L.H.

46 17286B Shift Cover

47 725-1643 Safety Switch (Reverse)

48 726-0279 Insulator Plate

49 17951A Seat Pivot Brkt. Support—L.H.

50 783-0355A Hitch Plate

51 712-0267 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.*

52 736-0119 L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.*

53 17239A Seat Lift Brkt.

54 757-0350 Seat

55 17950A Seat Pivot Brkt. Support—R.H.

56 738-0296 Shld. Bolt .437" Dia. x .268"

57 725-1303 Spring Switch (Seat—Outer)

59 710-0650 Hx Wash TT-Tap Scr.

5/16-18 x 7/8" Lg.

60 783-0611 Seat Stop

61 783-0753 Seat Selector

62 726-0320 Insulator Nut Plate

63 725-1439 Safety Switch (Seat—Inner)

65 783-0345 Battery Tray

66 710-0351 Tr. Mach. B-Tap Scr. #10 x .5" Lg.

67 748-0347 Spring Spacer

68 710-0323 Truss Mach. Scr. 5/16-18 x .75"

69 710-3008 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Lg.*

71 723-3064 Battery Retainer Strap

72 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.

73 712-0265 Hex Sems Nut 5/16-18 Thd.

74 712-0271 Hex Sems Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

75 783-0609 Seat Lever

REF.

NO.

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

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REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 783-0103 Connecting Rod

2 683-0029A Pivot Link Ass’y.—L.H.

3 683-0028A Pivot Link Ass’y.—R.H.

4 17710 Deck Hanger Link Ass’y.

5 14800A Deck Hanger Link Ass’y.

6 14804A Deck Hanger Link Ass’y.

7 748-0331 Shld. Spacer .318" I.D.

8 736-0264 Fl-Wash. .344" I.D. x .62" O.D.

9 736-0119 L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.*

10 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd. (Gr. 5)

12 714-0470 Cotter Pin 1/8" Dia.

13 736-0256 Fl-Wash. .635" I.D. x 1.0" O.D.

16 710-0604 Hex Wash. TT-Tap Scr. 5/16-18 x .75"

18 710-1238 Hex Wash. Hd. Scr. 5/16-18 x .875"

19 710-3008 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Lg.

20 783-0118 Index Brkt.

21 783-0042B Upper Frame—R.H.

23 736-0267 Fl-Wash. .385" I.D. x .87" O.D.

24 736-0160 Fl-Wash. .531" I.D. x .93" O.D.

25 726-0272 Clamp

26 738-0526 Running Board Rod

27 710-3007 Hex Wash. Hd. Tap Scr.

28 14802A Link Deck Lift Ass’y.

29 711-0723A Adj. Ferrule 3/8-24 Thd.

30 17712 Adj. Deck Lift Link

31 712-3066 Hex Nut 1/2-20 Thd. (Gr. 5)

32 711-0841 Lift Link Adjuster

33 683-0059 Lift Shaft Ass’y.

34 725-1657A Safety Switch (Deck)

35 714-0145 Inter. Cotter Pin 3/8" Dia.

36 732-0637 Extension Spring

37 17636B Stabilizer Bracket

38 738-0670 Shaft 1/2" Dia. x 10.28" Lg.

39 732-0638 Extension Spring

40 720-0233 Grip (Lift Handle)

41 97675A Deck Lift Handle Ass’y.

42 738-0669 Shaft 3/8" Dia. x 9.34" Lg.

43 747-0598 Disengagement Rod

44 97624 Stabilizer Shaft Ass’y.

45 732-0556 Extension Spring 7.58" Lg.

46 783-0043 Upper Frame—L.H.

47 741-0313 Flange Brg. .632" I.D.

48 17128A Spring Retainer Brkt.

49 716-0104 “E”-Ring

50 736-0425 Bell-Wash. .325" I.D.

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

37

Model 686

REF.

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

2 710-1260A Hex Wash. TT-Tap Scr. 5/16-18 x .75"

3 683-0141 42" Deck Ass’y. **

753-0698 42" Deck Ass’y. (For Service Onl y) **

4 783-0149 Belt Guard Deck

7 712-3006 Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd.††

8 710-0751 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x .62"

10 711-0792 Hinge Pin

13 712-0181 Hex Top L-Nut 3/8-16 Thd.

14 712-3006 Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd. (Gr. 5)

17 734-0973 Deck Wheel—5"

18 736-0105 Bell-Wash. .40" I.D. x .88" O.D.

22 738-0373 Shld. Bolt .498" Dia. x 1.53"

23 742-0616 3 in 1 Blade

26 754-0371A V-Belt

27 736-0270 Bell-Wash. 1/4" I.D.

28 783-0342 Brake Disc

33 710-0157 Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .75" Lg.

35 712-0417A Hex Flange Nut 5/8-18 Thd.†

37 736-0158 L-Wash. 5/8" I.D.*

39 618-0142 Blade Spindle Ass’y.(Incl. Ref. 28, 35, 42)

42 756-0980 5.75" Dia. Pulley†

52 703-1693 Hinge Mtg. Brkt.

53 732-0602 Torsion Spring

54 726-0106 Push Nut

55 731-1032 Chute Ass’y. (Incl. Ref.10, 52, 53, 54, 55)

56 710-0597 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 1" Lg.††

57 712-3087 Wing Nut 1/4-20 Thd.††

58 731-1643A Mulching Plug††

59 16606 Retainer Hook Brkt.

60 712-0271 Hex Sems Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

61 710-0751 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x .62" Lg.

62 736-0173 Flat Washer .28 ID x .74 OD

REF.

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

62

† Deck pulleys and blade nuts must be torqued to 100 ft. lbs. if removed or replaced.

†† Optional

** Must be ordered with 4 digit color code.

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts.

V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-belt can be dangerous

by not disengaging completely.

38

Model 686

19

8

4

6

16

17

5

1

2

3

12

18

15

10

7

14

11

9

Ref.

No.

Part

No.

Description

1 710-0924 Truss Mach. Scr. 1/4-20 x.75" Lg.

2 783-0341 8-Speed Selector Plate

3 720-0218 Shift Knob

4 16192A Speed Selector Lever Ass’y.

5 736-0192 Flat Washer .53" I.D. x .93"

6 711-0198 Ferrule 3/8-24 x .37" Dia.

7 738-0155 Shoulder Bolt

8 747-0503A Speed Control Link

9 714-0111 Cotter Pin 3/32" Dia. x 1.0"*

10 736-0226 Fl-Wash. .469" I.D. x .88"

11 736-0119 L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.*

12 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd. (Gr. 5)

14 732-0303 Spring .38" O.D. x 3.18" Lg.

17 736-0300 Fl-Wash. .385" I.D. x 7/8"

19 736-0329 L-Wash. 1/4" I.D.*

20 712-3006 Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd. (Gr.5)

Ref.

No.

Part

No.

Description

1 710-0148 Hex Slot Scr. #8-32 x .38" Lg.

2 710-0599 Hex Wash. TT-Tap Scr. 1/4-20 x .5"

3 710-0604 Hex Wash TT-Tap Scr. 5/16-18 x .62"

4 710-1237 Scr. #10-32:.620 Hx. Slot Wash.

5 710-1314 Socket Hd. Bolt 5/16-18 x .62" Lg.

6 710-1315 Scr. 3/8-16 x 1.25

7 712-0271 Nut, Hex 1/4-20

8 721-0208 Exhaust Gasket

9 726-0205 Hose Clamp .49 Dia.

10 726-0272 Clamp 9/16 Dia.

11 731-1682A Oil Drain Sleeve

12 736-0119 L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.*

14 751B213146 Casing Clamp, Throttle, B&S

15 751-0535-13 Fuel Line Hose

16 751-0564 Muffler Deflector

17 751-0617 Muffler

18 751-0619 Exhaust Pipe

19 783-0615 Muffler Heat Shield

39

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

The limited warranty set forth below is given by White Out-

door Products Co. with respect to new merchandise pur-

chased and used in the United States, its possessions and

territories.

White Outdoor Products Co. warrants this product against

defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2)

years commencing on the date of original purchase and

will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part

found to be defective in material or workmanship. This lim-

ited warranty shall only apply if this product has been oper-

ated and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s

Manual furnished with the product, and has not been sub-

ject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident,

improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire,

water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster.

Damage resulting from the installation or use of any acces-

sory or attachment not approved by White Outdoor Prod-

ucts Co. for use with the product(s) covered by this manual

will void your warranty as to any resulting damages.

Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to

separate terms as follows: All normal wear part or compo-

nent failures will be covered on the product for a period of

90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the

two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered

ONLY IF caused by defects in material or workmanship of

OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and compo-

nents include, but are not limited to, belts, blades, blade

adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow

thrower skid shoes, shave plates and tires. Batteries are

covered by a 90-day limited replacement warranty.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,

WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL

WHITE OUTDOOR DEALER. To locate the dealer in your

area, please check for a listing in the Yellow Pages or con-

tact the Customer Dealer Referral Line of White Outdoor

Co. by calling 1-330-225-8883 or writing to P.O. Box

361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the

following cases:

a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items

carry a separate manufacturer’s warranty. Please refer

to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these

items.

b. Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders have a sepa-

rate one year warranty.

c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,

blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such

as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck

adjustments; and normal deterioration of the exterior

finish due to use or exposure.

d. White Outdoor Co. does not extend any warranty for

products sold or exported outside of the United States

of America, its possessions and territories, except

those sold through White Outdoor Co. authorized

channels of export distribution.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of

merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,

applies after the applicable period of express written

warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other

express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral,

except as mentioned above, given by any person or

entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any

product shall bind White Outdoor Co. During the

period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair

or replacement of the product as set forth above.

(Some states do not allow limitations on how long an

implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not

apply to you.)

The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the

sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales.

White Outdoor Co. shall not be liable for incidental or

consequential loss or damages including, without limi-

tation, expenses incurred for substitute or replace-

ment lawn care services, for transportation or for

related expenses, or for rental expenses to temporarily

replace a warranted product. (Some states do not allow

the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not

apply to you.)

In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the

amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration

of the safety features of the product shall void this War-

ranty. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or

injury to you and your property and/or to others and their

property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use

the product.

This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than

the original purchaser, original lessee or the person for

whom it was purchased as a gift.

How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This limited

warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also

have other rights which vary from state to state.