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OWNER'S
MANUAL

MODEL NO.
536.255870

CRRFTSMRN°
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment

15.0 HP TWiN CYLI
ALL=WHEEL
43" MOWER DECK
6-SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
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Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustment

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT
THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING
FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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GENERAL

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HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS=. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE

COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH°

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SLOPE

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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_
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Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful
care of another responsible adult.,
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Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.
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Before and when backing,
look behind and down for small
chtldreno
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Never carry chtldren_ 3"hey may fall off and be seriously
injured
or interfere with safe machine operation.
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Never allow children to operate the machine.
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Use extra care when approaching
blind corners, shrubs, trees,
or other objects that may obscure vision.

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SERVICE:

Use extra care in handilng gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and vapors are explosive.
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Use only an approved container,
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Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running
Altow engine to cool before re*fueling. Do not smoker
c.
Never ro-fue_ the machine indoors..
d_ Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, such as in a water heater,
Check fuel supply
before
each use allowing
space for
expansion
as the heat of the engine andlor
sun can cause
gasoline to expand and ovedtow
the tank.,
Use extra care when handling battery acid. Acid contact wlth
skin may cause
severe
burns_ Eye contact
may cause
blindness,
Use extra care when servtcLng the battery_ Explosive gas is
produced
in the battety_ Do not service
the battery while
smoking or near an open spark or flame_ This may cause the
battery to explode causing serious Injury,
Never run a machine
inside a closed area. Exhaust
fumes
contain CARBON
MONOXIDE,
an ODORLESS
and DEADLY
GAS.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially
blade attachment
bolts,
tight
and keep equipment in good condition=
Never tamper
with safety devices., Check their operation
regularly.,
Do not change the engine governor
settings or over speed
engine.
Reduce fire hazards. Keep machine
free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up
Clean up otl or fuel spillage°
Allow
machine to cool before storing,
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object., Repair, if
necessary, before restartfng.
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 blade(s) are sharp and can cuL Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gioves, and use extra caution when servicing them..
Check brake operation
frequently_
Adjust
and service
as
required,.

OPERA1]ON:

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Mow up and down slopes, not across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn
the machine.
Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Usa slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to
stop or shift while on the slope=
Follow the manufacturer*s
recommendations
for whee_ weights
or counterweights
to improve
stabt]ity_
Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.,
These
can change the stability of the machfne,_
Keep all movement
on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not
make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope, If tires lose traction, turn
off the blade(s) and proceed slowty straight down the slope.

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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. I! you cannot back up the slope or if you feet
uneasy on It, do not mow it.
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Mow only in daylight or good artificial
fight..
Do not operate the machine whlte under the influence of alcohot
or drugs.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
Use care when mowing around a fixed object to prevent the
blade(s) from strtkfng tt_ Never deliberately
run over any foreign
.obJect,,
Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine Into a
traf!er or truck,
Use care when putl_ng loads of using heavy equipment
ao Useonly approved drawbar hitch points.,
b_ LImtt loads to those that you can safely control
€,. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing,
d.
Use counterweight(s),
wheel weight or tire chains when
suggested in attachment(s)
instructions,.

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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

OPERATION:

Know controls and how to stop quickly..
Read, understand, and fotlQy_ atl instructions in the manual and
on the machine before starting.
Only allow
responsible
adults,
who are familiar
with
Instructions,
to operate the machine.
- 'Wear safety
glasses
or eye shields
when assembling
or
operating the machine.
Do not operate
machine
when barefooted.
Always
wear
,_ubstantial footwear, preferably steel*toed shoes.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing
that could get caught in
.moving parts.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the blade(s).
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing,. Stop
' machine if anyone enters the area,
Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary., Always
' look down and behind before and while backing.
:. Beaware of the mower discharge direction end do not point it at
.'anyone, Do not operate the mower without either the entire
grass catcher or the guard in place°
Slow down before turning.
Never leave a running machine unattended.
Always
turn off
blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before
dlsmounting_
Turn off blade(s) when not mowing.
Stop engine before removing
grass catcher
or unclogging
chute.

Do not turn on stapes unless necessary, and then slowly and
gradually downhill, if possible_
Do not mow near drop-oils,
ditches or embankments.,
The

LOOK FOR
THIS SYMBOL
TO POINT
OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS,, IT MEANS--ATTENTION!!!
BECOME
ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFETY
IS INVOLVED.

CONGRATULATIONS
on yourpurchaseof a Sears
Craftsman
Tractor.It hasbeendesigned,
engineered
andmanufactured
togiveyouthebestpossible
dependabilityandperformance.
Shouldyouexperience
anyproblemyoucannoteasily
remedy,pleasecontactyournearestSearsService
CenterlDepartment.
Wehavecompetent,
well-trained
technicians
andthepropertoolstoservice
or repairthis
unit,,
Pleasereadandretainthismanual.Theinstructions
will
enableyou to assembleand maintainyourtractor
properlyAlwaysobservethe"SAFETY
RULES.,"
MODEL
NUMBER
536255870
SERIAL
NUMBER
DATEOF
PURCHASE
THEMODELANDSERIALNUMBERS
WILLBE
FOUNDONAPLATEUNDER
THESEAT_
YOUSHOULD
RECORD
BOTHSERIAL
NUMBER
ANDDATEOFPURCHASE
ANDKEEPINASAFE
PLACEFORFUTURE
REFERENCE.
MAINTENANCE

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AGREEMENT

RESPONSIBILITIES

CRAFTSMAN

ELECTRIC

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

HORSE POWER:

15.0

GASOLINE
CAPACITY:

2 GALLONS
UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL (3,,0 Pints)

SAE 30 - above 32°F,
5W - 30" - below 32°F_

SPARK PLUG :

Champion RJ 19LM
(GAP ,030 in.)

VALVE
CLEARANCE:

Intake:
,004 -,006 in,
Exhaust: ,007- ,009 in,

GROUND
SCEED:

FORWARD
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
REVERSE:

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT:
REAR:

CHARGING SYSTEM:

2,4 AMPS @ 3300 RPM

BLADE BOLT TORQUE:

30-35 FT, LBS,,

122
251
3,21
3°79
4.,76
592
2,70

MPH
MPH
MPH
MPH
MPH
MPH
MPH

14 PSf
10 PSI

In the state of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 ofthe California Public Resources Code),
Other states may have similar taws,,Federal laws apply
on federal lands,, A spark arrester for the muffler is
available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service
Center (See REPAIR PARTS section in this manual).

Read and observe safety rules,
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your unit.,
Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this manual,

SPECIFICATIONS

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 grasscovered 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 effectiveworking order bythe operator.

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this
product.. Contact your nearest Sears Store for details.

CUSTOMER

PRODUCT

START RIDING EQUIPMENT

ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned-up according to the
instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship
This warranty does not cover:
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Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts..
Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.
Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the
equipment according to the instructionscontained in the operator's manual.
Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes..

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or
workmanship and our testing determines the battery' wilt not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge,.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE
CENTERIDEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to
state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY
RULES ................................................... 2
PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
........................... 3
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
.....3, 17-22
WARRANTY
........................................................... 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
..........................................4
INDEX ......................................................................... 4
TRACTOR
ACCESSORIES
............................... 5
CONTENTS
OF HARDWARE
PACK ............... 6
ASSEMBLY
...............................................
7-! !

OPERATION
.................................................. 12-16
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
.............. 23-33
TROUBLE
SHOOTING
..........................
34-35
STORAGE
........................................................................
36
REPAIR PARTS ......................................
38-63
ENGINE REPAIR PARTS ......................... 64-71
TRANSAXLE
REPAIR PARTS ................. 72-73
PARTS ORDERING/SE
RVlCE ...... Back Cover

INDEX
P
Engine:
A
Air Filter .............................................22
Parking Brake ............................... 13-14
Accessories ............................................5
Air Screen ..........................................21
Parts Bag ............................................... 6
Adjustments:
Product Specifications ............................
3
Cooling Fins ..........................................
21
Blade Brake .............................................
26
R
Oil Change ....................................... 21
Brake ...........................................................
29
Oil Level ......................................15, 21
Repair Parts:
Carburetor ..........................................
33
Oil Type ................................
3, 21
Engine ...............................
64-71
Mower Deck Leveling:
Tractor ................................
38-63
Preparation .............................................
15
Fmnt:l'o-Rear .........................................
25
Transaxle
..............................
72-73
Starting
....................................................
t5
Side-To-Side ........................................
24
S
Storage ............................................. 36
Mower Deck Height .................................
25
F
Safety Rules .................................................
2
Seat ......................................................
28
Service and Adjustments .............23-33
Filter:
Throttle Control Cable ...................33
Blade Brake ..........................................
26
Fuel ..........................................
22
Air Screen, Engine ................................
21
Brake
Rod
................................
29-30
Fuel:
Assembly ....................................................
7-1 t
Carburetor ..........................................
33
Type ........................................... 3, 15
B
Choke Control ................................. 32
Storage ..............................................36
Battery:
Control Lever .............................................
30
H
Charging ...................................................
9
Fuse ..........................................................
31
Headlights .....................................................
31
Cleaning ....................................................
20
Hood Removal/Installation ..................
32
Hood Removai!lnstal]altion .............. 32
Installation .........................................
10-11
L
Tractor
Drive
Belt:
Battery Acid Levels ..........................
9, 20
Removal/Replacement
.............27-28
Leveling, Mower Deck ....................24-25
Preparation ........................................................
8
Mower
Blade
Drive
Belt:
Lubrication:
Starting with Weak Battery ....................
31
Chart ..........................................................
18
Removal/Replacement .................. 27
Storage .................................................................
36
M
Mower Deck Adjustment:
Term inals ...................................
_.........20
Front-To-Rear .......................................
25
Mower:
Belt:
Side-To-Side ........................................
24
Adjustment, Front-To-Rear .............25
Tractor Drive
Mower
Deck
Height
..........................
25
Adjustment,
Side-To-Side
................
2
4
Removal/Replacement .....................27
Mower Deck Removal .......................
23
Adjustment, Deck Height .................25
Mower Blade Drive
Mower Deck Installation ........... 23-24
Blade Sharpening ............................20
RemovaltReplacement ........................
27
Seat ......................................................
28
Blade Replacement ......................................
19
Blade:
Steering
Gear
.........................................
29
Brake
Adjustment
...............................
29
Sharpening .............................................
20
Tire Care .......................................
9, ! 9, 30
Cutting
Height
........................................
14
Replacement .............................................
19
Throttle Control ....................................
33
installation ..............................................
23-24
Brake Adjustment ........................................
29
Wheel Repair ....................................30
Operation ......................................................
14
C
Removal ..........................................................
23
Spark Plugs .............................................
22
Carburetor Adjustment ...............................
33
Specifications ..............................................
3
Mowing Tips .........................................16
Controls, Tractor..........................................
12
Starting
the
Engine
..........................
15
Mulching
Mowing
Tips
.............................
16
Customer Responsibilities..............
3, 17-22
Muffler _....................................................
22
Steering Wheel .........................................
7
Air Screen, Engine ..............................
21
Stopping the Tractor .......................... 13
Spark Arrester ..........................................
3, 22
Battery :........................................................
20
Storage ..............................................................
36
Mulching Plug:
Blade ...................................................
19-20
T
Removal ..................................................
20
Brake Operation .....................................
19
Table of Contents .........................................
4
O
Cooling Fins, Engine ...................................
21
Throttle
Control
Cable
Oil:
Engine Oil ...................................................
3, 2I
Cotd Weather Conditions ........ 15, 21
Adjustment ..................................................
33
Fuel Filter .....................................................
22
Tires
.................................................
9,
t9,
30
Engine
...............................................................
21
Lubrication Chart .....................................
18
Tire Pressure ...............................3, 9, 19
Storage .................................................
36
Schedule ...........................................................
17
Transaxle:
Type ...........................................................
3, 15, 21
Spark Plugs ................................................
22
Cooling ..................................................
20
Operation
....................................................
12-16
Tire Care ...........................................
9, 19, 30
Troubleshooting Points .................34-35
Operating Your Mower ..........................
14
Cutting Height, Mower ..........................14
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Options:
E
Accessories
................................................
5
Warranty
...........................................................
3
Electrical:
Spark Arrester ................................
3, 22
interlocks and Relays ..............................
3t

A CCESSORIES

AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased They are also available at most Sears retaiJ
outlets, catalog and service centers, Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your
tractor.

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG

CUSTOMER
MAINTENANCE
MUFFLER

AiR FILTER

GAS CAN

ENGINE OIL

STABILIZER

BLADES

BELTS

PERFORMANCE
Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your vehicle_ Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they
can help you.. This list was current at the time of publication;however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be
added, changes may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or lit your model Contact your nearest
Sears store for the accessories and attachments that are available for your unit.
Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for
easy attaching and deattaching
GRASS CATCHER .. lets you collect grass c_ippings and
leaves for a healthier, neater looking lawn.
LAWN SWEEPERS - lets you collect grass clippings and
leaves.
CARTS - make hauling easy.. Variety of sizes available

48" SNOW BLADE - has a rugged, heavy gauge steel blade.
Spring loaded blade glides over uneven surfaces. Can be adjusted from seat for straight position, or 35 degrees left or
right..Locks in raised position for traveling. Wheel weights and
tire chains are recommended.

ROLLER - for smoother lawn surface, 36-inch wide, 18 inch
diameter water tight drum holds up to 390 lbs of weight..
Rounded edges prevent harm to tuff. Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum.

TWO-STAGE SNOW THROWER - has a 42-inch swath and a
second stage impetler capable of moving more than 70 tons
of snow per hour and throwing it accurately in any direction
you choose Driver controlled discharge chute turns a 160 degree arc Wheel weights and tire chains are recommended,.

SPREADERSiSEEDERS
- make seeding, fertilizing and
weed killing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for
granular deicers and sand.

TIRE CHAINS - are heavy duty: closely spaced extra-large
cross tinks give smooth ride, outstanding traction

CORING AERATOR - takes small plugs out of soil to allow
moisture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 36-inch swath
24 hardened steal coring tips. 150 Ibs. capacity weight tray
AERATOR - promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn_
Tapered 25" steal spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs
puncture holes in soif at close intervals to let moisture soak in..
Steal weight tray for increased penetration..
MULCH RAKE!DE]HATCHER
- loosens soil and flips thatch
and matted leaves to lawn surface to easy pick up, Twenty
spring tine teeth.. Useful to prepare bare areas for seeding°
Available for rear mounting.
SPRAYERS - use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to
the tractor battery or other 12-volt source Includes booms for
automatic spraying when pullingand hand held wand for spot
spraying Wand has adjustable spray pattern. For applying
herbicides, insecticides,fungicides, and liquid fertilizers.

WHEEL WEIGHTS - for rear wheels provide needed traction
for snow removal or dozing heavy materials. In pairs (80 Ibs
each).
TRACTOR COVER protects tractor from weather Made of
Evolution 3 fabric (water-repellent, extremely breathable, light
weight, soft, non-abrasive,
pliable in all temperatures,
durable, stain/tear/puncture
resistant, wil! not shrink or
stretch.. (CATALOG ONLY)
TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36" swath to prepare seed beds,
cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own builtin lift and depth control system and does NOT require a
sleeve hitch. Fits any lawn, yard, or garden tractor. Simply
hook up to the tractor drawbar and go!

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CONTENTS

OF HARDWARE

PACK

Parts packed separately in carton
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Steering Wheel

Parts Bag

Battery Acid

Owner's Manual

Parts Bag contents shown actual size unless noted
Steering Wheel Assembly Parts

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1 - Spring Pin

1 - Spacer
1 - Spare Key

ASSEMBL Y
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
STEERING
WHEEL

A socket wrench wilt make assembly easier. Standard wrench
sizes are listed
(1) 3/8 inch wrench

(1) Pliers
(I) Utility knife

SPRING PIN

(1) Screwdriver (Small Phillips with a 1/4 inch shank)
(1) Hammer
(1) Tire pressure gauge
(2)

CLUTCH
LEVER

7t16 inch wrenches

(1) 9!16 inch wrench
(1) Tape measure
When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it
means when you are in the operating position (seated behind
the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE
CARTON
UNPACK

TRACTOR

FIG. 1

FROM
SHIFT CONTROL
LEVER

BRAKE, CLUTCH PEDAL

CARTON

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Open top flaps,, Remove cardboard from top of wood
crate,
IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES THE MOWER
DECK WAS NOT ASSEMBLED
ON TRACTOR.
THE
MOWER DECK IS ATTACHED TO TOP FRAME AND SIDE
PANEL OF CARTON WHEN REMOVING MOWER DECK
FROM CARTON, MAKE SURE IT DOES NOT TOUCH
TRACTOR,
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Using a 3/8" wrench, remove bolt that secures mower
deck hitch to top frame in top of carton

Remove top frame from carton

Carefully remove contents of parts box (see CONTENTS
OF HARDWARE PACK on page 6).

VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF TRACTOR

Align cross holes in steering wheel with holes in
steering shaft. NOTE: Use a small Phillips screwdriver with a 1f4 inch shaft to align the holes, Keep
screwdriver in place as you drive the spring pin in,

Carefully lower side panel with mower deck,,

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Lay down end panels of carton and discard cardboard from
alongside tractor.

From the left side, drive spring pin (found in parts bag)
through opposite side with a hammer,,

BEFORE

Cut down corners of side panel across from mower deck
with a utility knife and lay side panel down

Hold side panel (with mower deck attached) upright and
cut down corners,

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Remove mower deck from carton, Lay aside for
installation later, Remove cardboard from discharge
chute,

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Remove plastic wrap from seat and hood

TO INSTALL

STEERING

(See Fig, 1)
Position front wheels straight forward.

Place spacer on steering shaft,,

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Place steering
wheel on
steering wheel down firmty

steering

shaft,

OFF SKID

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE STAPLES IN
SKID THAT MAY PU NCTURE TIRES OF TRACTOR BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO ROLL OFF SKID.,

WHEEL

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TRACTOR

(See Fig. 2)

Remove bolt that secures mower deck to side panet of
carton with 3/8" wrench.

ROLLING

Push

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Carefully cut wire ties (front and back) holding tractor to
skid..

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Release
pedal,,

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Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL position.

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Carefully
roll tractor
backwards
off
(ASSISTANCE MAY BE REQUIRED,,)

IMPORTANT:
FENDER,

parking

brake by depressing

DO NOT LIFT TRACTOR

brake-clulch

wood

skid,

BY HOOD OR

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ASSEMBLY
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
PREPARE

DANGER

BATTERY

Always disconnect negative (black) cable first.
Removing posltlve cable first can result In sparks if
the wrench touches any metal surface° Be sure
battery hold-down bracket does not touch battery
terminals and cause a spark.

For shipping purposes, battery is installed, Remove battery
(see TO REMOVE BATTERY instructions below),

CAUTION: Wear eye and face shietd_
Wash hands or clothing immediately if
_-accidentally in contact with battery acid_
Do not smoke° Fumes from charged battery acid are
explosive°
Follow the CAUTIONS located on the battery° Always wear gloves, clothing and goggles to protect
your hands, skin and eyes.

TO REMOVE BATTERY (See Fig 3) e

Lift seal

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Disconnect negative (-) black battery cable with a 7It6"
wrench

Slide battery boot away from positive (+) battery terminal
and disconnect positive (+) red battery cable with a 7t16"
wrench..

Remove plastic wing nut from battery hold-down
rod NOTE: Lay aside for battery installation later

•

Remove battery hold-down rod and battery hold-down
bracket. NOTE: Lay aside for battery installation later

•

Lift battery out of tractor,.

Place battery on level sufface=

Proceed TO ACTIVATE THE BATTERY instructions

TO ACTIVATE THE BATTERY (See Fig, 4) e

Remove vent caps from battery,.

Fill battery with battery acid, Fill each cell until it
reaches bottom of vent wells_ Do not over fill,.

Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty
minutes and then check level of acid, if acid is
below level outlined on electrolyte package, add more
acid until correct level is reached,,

IMPORTANT:
TO MAXIMIZE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY,
1T IS NECESSARY THE BATTERY BE CHARGED BEFORE
USE, FAILURE TO CHARGE BATTERY CAN RESULT IN
SHORTENED BATTERY LIFE

VENT CAP
VENT

BATTERY
CELL ACID
LEVEL

|1155:
CUT'AWAY

BATTERY HOLD-DOWN

ViEW

OF BATTERY

FIG. 4
X 3/4 INCH HEX HEAD SCREW

BRACKET ,

. NEGA3'IVE (-) BATTERY TERMINAL
1/4 X3/4 INCH HEX HEAD SCREW

NEGATIVE

BLACK

BATTERY CABLE

BAT_'ERY

NEGATIVE (-) BLACK
BATTERY CABLE

BOOT

BATTERY
HOLD*DOWN

BATTERY

ROD

POSITIVE (+) RED
BATTERY CABLE

BOOT

POSITIVE (+) BATTERY TERMINAL

POSITIVE (+) RED BATTERY CABLE

CLrr-AWAY VIEW FROM RIGHT-HAND SIDE OF TRACTOR

FIG. 3

ASSEMBL Y
TO INSTALL
It
is an acid Handle
and poison.
Always
wear
eye
CAUTION:
electrolyte
with
care°
shields, and protect skin when handling
acid or battery.

DECK

Place cutting height adjustment in highest position by
pressing cutting height adjustment pedal all the way
down until it latches.
See TO SELECT MOWER
CUTTING HEIGHT in OPERATION section of this
manual 1f cutting height is not in highest position, the
deck brackets will hit the lift arms while sliding the deck
under the tractor,.

Place mower deck on right side of tractor with chute
deflector away from tractor

POISON - CAUSES SEVERE BURNS
Contains sulfuric acid,,
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing°
To prevent accidents, neutralize excess acid with
baking soda and rinse empty container with water°

MOWER

TREATMENT:
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°

OPEN SIDE OF
SPRING END

MOWER DECK
ENGAGEMENT CABLE
_
\

MOWER DECK
BELT GUARD

EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
MOWER CLUTCH
CABLE SPRING

KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN

Charge battery at a rate of six (6) amps for t hour.
Use a 12-volt battery charger. Observe all safety
precautions required for battery charging Complete assembly section of this manual while waiting for battery to
charge°
Check acid level after the battery is charged_ If
acid has fallen below correct level, add distilled or iron
free water

Install vent caps to cover vent wells,. Wash top of battery
with water to remove any acid, then wipe dr#,,

Check battery case for leakage to make
damage has occurred in handling,

MOWER DECK
DRIVE BELT

sure

that

Dispose of excess battery acid. Neutralize acid for disposal by adding it to four inches of water in a five (5) gallon plastic container Stir with a wooden or plastic paddle
while adding baking soda until the addition of more soda
causes no more foaming.

CHECK "TIRE PRESSURE
For shipping purposes, the tires on your tractor were over-inflated at the factory° Correct tire pressure is important ior best
cutting performance..
•

Remove hub caps by placing two fingers in hole in each
cap and pulling them from the wheels..

Use tire pressure gauge to check amount of air in tires.

•

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

Replace hub caps. Position on wheels and push firmly

DECK
HITCH

IDLER PULLE

FIG. 5
O

Turn front wheels of tractor to maximum left turn_.

Lift deck hitch and slide deck under tractor to a centered
position_

From left side of tractor, slide deck rearward Then
connect mower deck engagement cable to mower clutch
cable spring (see Fig..5). Be sure open side of spring end
is pointed down (see Fig_ 5 inset),

•

Verify that mower belt is routed as shown in Fig 5, and
free of the deck hitch.

•

Slide deck toward front of tractor Pull lower engine pulley
belt guides away from engine and slip mower
deck drive belt onto lower engine pulley.. Reposition belt
guides to 1/16" from pulley if needed
LOWER ENGINE
PULLEY BELT GUIDES

LOWER
ENGINE PULLEY

FIG. 6

ASSEMBLY
•

•

Underneath
the footrests
cotters and flat washers

of the tractor, remove hairpin
from the left and right hand

hanger

(see Fig. 7A)

pins and lay aside

Remove

hitch rod and hairpin

bracket

and lay aside (see Fig

REAR LIFT ARM
(RIGHT SIDE)

Place cutting

HANGER PIN

DECK LIFT
BRACKET

cotter from front mounting
FLATWASHER

7B)

HAIRPIN

Align holes in the mower deck hitch with the top set of
holes in the front mounting bracket and reinstall the hitch
rod and hairpin

.......................................

COTTE R

cotter (see Fig 7B),
height adjustment

pedal in lowest

position

by moving memory rod to position ! and pressing pedaf
latch to retease cutting height adjustment pedal
NOTE:
Be sure left and right rear lift arms are to the inside of the
left and right deck lift brackets
e

Lift deck

slightly

(see Fig,, 7A).

and flex left rear hanger

pin inward

VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF TRACTOR

snap hanger pin into left deck lift bracket stot Secure
hanger pin in place with flatwasher
and hairpin cotter removed earlier,

FIG,,7A
FRONT
MOUNTING
BRACKET

Lift deck slightly and flex right rear hanger pin inward to
snap hanger pin into right deck lift bracket slot. Secure
hanger pin in place with flatwasher and hairpin cotter
removed earlier (see Fig. 7A)

HAIRPIN
COTTER

Check mower deck leveling and adjustment as required
(See TO LEVEL MOWER DECK in SERVICE AND
ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual).
H_TCHROD

CHECK

FOR

PROPER

POSITION

MOWER DECK
HITCH

OF ALL

BELTS
VIEW FROM FROI_FrOF TRACTOR

•

.See figures shown for replacing motion and mower blade
drive belts in SERVICE
AND ADJUSTMENTS
section of this manual Verify belts are routed correctly

TO ADJUST

MOWER

DECK

FIG. 7B
MOWER DECK

WHEELS

(See Fig. 8)
Mower deck wheels may be adjusted to one of four positions
Always adjust both wheels to same position. NOTE: Do Not
adjust wheels to support mower deck while mowing or
uneven cutting will result
•

Park tractor on a firm, level surface, such as a driveway
or garage floor._

Set cutting height adjustment to lowest anticipated
cutting heighL Deck wheels should be 1/4" off ground, if
not, adjust as follows:

•

Remove axle bolt and nut holding each wheel
wheel mounting bracket with two 9It6" wrenches

NUT
WHEEL

AXLE BOLT

\
WHEEL MOUNTING
BRACKET

Change wheel height adjustment by relocating each
whee! into desired hole of wheel mounting bracket.

Reinsta!l bolt and nut on each side and secure nuts
tightly.

RIGHT SIDEWHEEL BHOWN
FIG, 8

REINSTALL

CHARGED

BATTERY

(See Fig. 9)
CHECK
•

BRAKE

SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check operation of tractor brake (see BRAKE OPERATION in
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
section of this
manual)

•

Raise seat and place battery back in tractor
with positive (+) terminal toward right side of tractor..
NOTE: Be sure ignition key is in OFF position.

•

Place battery hold-down bracket through slot in back of
console. NOTE: Turn bracket to side, pface throughslot
in console and rotate upright

ASSEMBLY
Place threaded

DANGER

bracket

of hold-down

rod through

wing nut, NOTE:

loop in
Tighten

with pliers if necessary

Always connect pos[ttve (red) cable first. Connecting negative cable first can result in sparks if the
wrench touches any metal surface. Be sure battery
hold-down bracket does not touch battery terminals
and cause a spark.

Attach positive
(+) red battery
cable to positive
(+}
terminal on battery with a 1/4 X 3/4 inch head screw and
a 1/4 inch keps nut, Tighten

Place hook end of battery hold-down rod through large
hole in main frame and hook into smalt hole in front of
batter_'..

BATTERY HOLD-DOWN

end

and secure with plastic

Place battery
Fig 9 inset),

Attach

nut securely.

boot over positive

negative

(+) black

battery

(+) battery terminal

cable

(see

to negative

(-)

terminal on battery with a 1/4 X 314 inch hex head screw
and a 1t4 inch keps nut, Tighten nut securely,

X 3/4 INCH HEX HEAD SCREW

BRACKET
SLOT

(-) BATTERY TERMINAL

114 X 3/4 INCH HEX HEAD

NEGATIVE (-) B LACK
BATTERY CABLE

BATTERY
BOOT

NEGATIVE (-) BLACK
BATTERY CABLE

BATTERY
HOLD-DOWN
ROD

SMALL HOLE

.oo+,+
ERY

POSITIVE (+) BATTERY TERMINAL

CUT+AWAY VIEW FROM RIGHT-HAND

BOOT

POSITIVE (+) RED BATTERY CABLE

SIDE OF TRACTOR

FIG. 9

,# 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,

Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed
properly around pulleys and inside all belt guides,

,,z

Check wiring+ See that all connections are secure and
wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR,
PAY EXTRA
ATTENTION
TO THE FOLLOWING
IMPORTANT ITEMS:

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
All assembly instructions have been completed,
No remaining loose parts in carton,

,Y/

Battery is properly prepared and charged, (Minimum I
hour at 6 amps)+

,1"/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regurar Unleaded
gasoline,,

Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely

,[/

All tires are properly inflated, (For shipping purposes, the
tires were over-inflated at the factory),

Become familiar with all controls-their
tocation and
function+ Operate controls before starting engine,,

Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

Be sure mower deck is property leveled side-to-side/
front-to-rear for best cutting results, (T_res must be property inflatedfor leveling).

Engine oil is at proper level,

OPERATION
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ

THIS OWNER'S

MANUAL,

AND SAFETY

RULES

BEFORE

OPERATING

YOUR

TRACTOR
Compare illustrations(see Fig,_I0) with your tractorto familiarize yourself with locations of various controis and adjustments
Save this manuat for future reference,

CHECKSTARTING
SEQUENCE
INDICATOR

THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER

ATTACHMENT
LEVER

\
_ETER

CHOKE
CONTROL
cUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT PEDAL

BRAKE_LUTCH

LATCH

MEMORYROD

HEADLIGHT

_,_ ,.

•

SWITCH

SH|FTCONTROL
LEVER

,._,',,....................

FIG, 10
SEARS LAWN TRACTORS conform to the safety standards of THE AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE
ignition Switch - Used to start and stop engine,.
Choke Control

Shift Control Lever - Used to select ground speed ranges
and direction of motion (forward-neutral-reverse)_

- Used to start a cold engine

Parking Brake Latch - Used to lock brake-clutch pedaI down
in park position..

Throttle Control Lever - Controls speed of engine
Headlight Switch - Turns headlights on or off_

Cutting Height Adjustment Pedal - Used to change height
of cuL

Ammeter - Shows battery is being charged when engine is
running_
Check Starting Sequence Indicator
wrong starting procedure was used,,
Brake-Clutch
Pedal - Used
tractor and start engine_

- Indicator
clutch

and

lights if

Memory Rod. Used with Cutting Height Adjustment Pedal to
select cutting height

brake

Attachment Clutch Lever - Used to engage or disengage
power to mower deck blades.

OPERATION
The operation of any tractor can resuftin foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage Always wear safety gfasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing
any adjustments or repairs.,
We recommend standard safety glasses, available at SEARS Refail or Catalog Stores, or a wide vision
safety mask for over your glasses

LOW
• READOPERATORS
IMNUAL(S)
KNOWLDCATZoN
&FUNCTIONOF
ALLCONTROLS

HEmG_

, KEE_GUARDS SAFETfSHIELDSANDSWffCHES
NPLACE J_J'_O
WORK NG PROPERLY

PEDAL

* REMOVE OSJECTSTHATCAN BETHROWN BY

sueDE(s)

, DO N_

UOW WHEN C_LDREN OR OTHERS ARE

" AROUND
• NEVER CARRY CHILDREN OR PASSENGERS
G

_J_

i_1

1., FULLY DEPRESS

PEDAL

CDT HEIGHT

2, POSmON
MEMORYROD TO
DESIRED HEtGHT
3

RELEASECUT
PEDAL

HE{GHT

IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UP HiLL OISENGAGE
BLADE(5_ AND SACK DOWN SLOWLY

, REUOYEKEYWHENLEAVINGMACHINE

1'O_I_.M_SPORY
1,, FULLY DEPRESS

LOOK DOWNAND BERIND BEFORE AND

WHILEBACKING
DONOTMOWWHEREMOWERCANTIPORSLIP

CUT HE]GHT

PEDAL

AVOID SUDDEN TURRS

OPERATING
TO STOP

1.
2.
3_
4.

1, FULLY DEPRESS SRAKEgCLUTCH
2, DBENGAGEArTACHMENTCLUTCH
3. SH]F[TO NEUTRAL
4., ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE

\,,,5. TURN IGNiTiON

TO START

5 TURN IGNmON

3, RELEASE BRAKEtCLb'TCH

PEDAL

IHSTItUCTIOH$

(READOWNERSMANUAL)

TO START
DISENGAGEAT[ACHMF___,ffCLUTCH
FULLY DEPRESS BRAKEJCLUTCHPEDAL
SHF[ TO NEUTRAL
SETTHROTTLETO
FULL(CHOKE ]F NEEDED)

1, FULLY DEPRESS BRAKFJCLUTCH
PEDAL
2. PUSH LEVER FOWARD AND HOLD

TO RELEASE PA._RING
BD-,,ttJKE
t, FULLY DEPRESS BRAKE.tCLUTCH
PEDAL LEVER W1LL RELEASE

, GO UP AND DOWNSLOPERp NOT ACROSS

.......

ALWAYS SET PARKING BRAKE
BEFORE LEAVING OR ENGINE WILL
STOP

_,_._=_!_:_

:._*-.
.................... _i_

TO SHIFT _r, ARS
PEDAL

t FULLY DEPRESS BRAKE/CLUTCH
PEDAL
2 SHIFTTODES_REDGEAR
3. RELEASE BRAKFJCLUTCH PEDAL SLOWLY

TO OFF

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET

NOTE: Under certain conditions when unit is standing
idle with engine running, hot engine gases may cause "browning" of grass,, To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine
when stopping tractor on grass areas.

PARKING

BRAKE

Never use choke to stop engine,

Depress brake-clutch pedal fully (all thG way down) and
hold,,

Push parking brake lever forward and engage notch in
parking brake lever against main frame.

TO USE CHOKE

To release parking brake, apply pressure to brake-clutch
pedal and spring will automaticaUy release parking brake
lever°

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine
Do not use to start a warm engine,
•

STOPPING

To engage choke control, pull knob out, Slowly push knob
in as engine warms up to disengage,,

TO USE THROTTLE

MOWER BLADES •

CONTROL

Puff the clutch lever rearward to the DISENGAGED
position,
CAUTION: Blades will not stop immediately. Keep hands and feet from under
mower deck and away from discharge
chute.

CONTROL

•

FAST throttle position is necessary for best bagging and
mowing parformance.

•

Operating engine at other than FAST position reduces
battery charging rate and the engine cooling air flow,

TO MOVE

BACKWARD

AND

FORWARD

TRACTOR -

The direction of motion (forward - reverse) and ground
speed ranges (1-2-3-4-5-6) are controlled by shift control
lever,,

•

Depress brake-clutch pedal fully (all the way down),

•

Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL position.

Start tractor with brake-dutch pedal depressed and shift
control lever in NEUTRAL position.

•

Set parking brake before leaving tractor,

•

Move shift control lever to reverse or forward speed range_
NOTE: Always come to a full stop before changing direction
of motion,,

Slowly release brake-clutch pedal to start movement.

ENGINE •

Move throttle control to SLOW position,

•

Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key, Always
remove key when teaving vehicle to prevent unauthorized
use_

13
t

..................

OPERATZON

TO SELECT MOWER CUTTING
(See Fig. 11)
The cutting
height
is selected
rod in the desired height position
approximately
2 to 4 inches

HEIGHT

by placing the memory
The cutting height range is
PEDAL LATCH

Press cutting height
until it lalches,+

•

Move memory rod to desired cutting height. Lowest cutting
height is towardfront of tractor and highest is toward rear
of tractor. The latched pedal position is the highest cutting
position.,

Press pedal latch to release pedal, mower deck will tower
to the desired cutting heighL

The memory positions (1 thru 5) change height of cut
approximately 3t8 inch each. Total available cutting height
adjustments exceeds 2 inches

adjustment

pedal all the way+ down
CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT PEDAL

MEMORY F

_ 1-5{'tOP TO BOTTOM)

VIEW OF LEFT SIDE OF TRACTOR

The average lawn should be cut approximately 2-1t2"
during cool season and over 3" during hot months, For
healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after
moderate growth,.

FIG. 11

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height
should be mowed twice, Make the first cut at the highest
position; the second to desired height.

and
avoid sharp
turns be
to prevent
tipping
CAUTION:
On slopes,
very cautious
or loss of control, NEVER carry passengers.

if cutting blades do not cut evenly, go to "TO ADJUST
MOWER DECK HEIGHT" and "TO LEVEL MOWER DECK"
instructions,.

Choose slowest speed before starting up or down hills.

Avoid stopping, starting or changing speed on hills.

®
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch..Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with engine running and brake+clutch pedal not fully depressed with
parking brake lever locked, and/or attachment clutch lever
engaged, will shut off engine..

If slowing is necessary, move throttlecontrollever to slower
position.

It stopping is necessary, push brake-clutch pedal fully (oil
way down) and engage parking brake,

Move shift control lever to NEUTRAL position

Select desired height of cut with cutting height adjustment
pedal

•

TO START MOWER +Slowly move attachment clutch lever
to ENGAGED position..

Torestart movement, release parking brake and move shift
control lever to 1st gear, Be sure you have allowed
enough room for unit to roll slightly as you restart
movement.

•

TO STOP MOWER + Move attachment clutch iever to
DISENGAGED position.

•

Make all turns slowly+

TO OPERATE

MOWER

TO TRANSPORT
CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either discharge chute deflector,
or entire grass catcher, on mowers so
equipped, tn place.

TRACTOR

•

Fully depress cutting height adjustment pedal into highest
position..

•

Whenpushingortowing your unit, be sure shift control lever
is in NEUTRAL position.

Slowly release parking brake and brake+clutch pedal.

•

Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH

OPERA TION
BEFORE
CHECK

STARTING

ENGINE

TO START

THE ENGINE

When starting engine for first time or if engine has run out of
fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from tank to
engine
Your tractor has two lockout switches that connect solenoid to
brake+clutch pedal and attachment clutch lever, When starting engine, brake-clutch pedal must be fully depressed and
attachment clutch lever must be in DISENGAGED position to
engage lockout switches The Check Starting Sequence indicator wit! light unless these conditions are met

OIL LEVEL

Read OPERATION and CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
sections of this manual before trying to start the engine
•

Check to make sure engine crankcase is full of oil Never
run engine unless crankcase is lull of oil and dipstick is
tightened securely into oi! tube

To change engine oil, see ENGINE LUBRICATION in
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
section of this
manual.

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch. The engine will stop if operator is not firmly seated in
operator's seat when attachment clutch lever is engaged.
Leaning forward or to one side on the seat may cause the
engine to stop.

ADD GASOLINE
e

ENGINE

Fill tank (see Fig.. 11A)+Use fresh, clean, regular Unleaded
gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and
lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

in addition, your tractor has a traction clutch switch. If operator must temporarily leave tractor seat to remove an obstruction, adjust engine, etc, the engine will stop unless the brakeclutch pedat is fully depressed and parking brake lever
locked.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BE +
LOW 32 ° F (0 ° C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE
GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING..
WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels
(called gasohol or using methanol) can attract moisture which
leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied
belore storage of 30 days or Ionger. Drain fuel tank, start engine
and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh
fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional inior+
mation. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur

•

Depress brake-clutch pedal and set parking brake

•

Place the shift control lever in NEUTRAL position

•

Move attachment clutch lever to DISENGAGED position

•

Pull choke control out to CHOKE

position

for cold engine

start, For warm engine start, do not use choke control,
•

Move throttle control to midway between

FAST and SLOW

positions
e

Turn ignition key clockwise to START position and release
key as soon as engine
starts,
Do not run starter
continuously
for more than t5 seconds
per minute
if
engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle
to FAST position,

wait a few minutes

and try again..

, FUEL CAP

ALL-WHEEL

STEERING

FEATURE

Because both front and rear wheels turn, an all+wheel steering
tractor is very maneuverable. If the tractor becomes wedged
against a wall, fence or other obstruction, do the following:
o

Move shift control lever to No. I position

Turn steering wheel slightly away from obstruction.
NOTE: If you turn steering wheel sharply, rear wheels will
turn in opposite direction of front wheels (turning into
obstruction you are trying to move away from).

Move shift control lever to reverse position to back out of
dead ends Be sure tractor is completely stopped before
shifting into reverse.

FUEL TANK

FIG+,11A

_lb

neck.
Do not
fill Wipe
CAUT|ON:
Fillover
to bottom
of off
gasany
tankspilled
filler
oi! or fuel,. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

while
backing.
AUTION:
Look down and behind before and

OPERATION
MOWING

TIPS

Do not use tire chains when mower housing is attached to
unit

Run the engine at FAST speed position.

•

Control forward ground speed with shift control lever in
accordance with type and quantity of grass being
mowed. The more grass to be cut, a slower forward
ground speed should be used. When cutting light grass,
forward ground speed can be increased By observing
cutting action of your mower, you can determine the
forward g round speed_

Your mower may tend to leave unmowed strips when long
and tender gr ass is being mowed Tender grass has a high
internal moisture content and is easily depressed by lawn
tractor wheels, and may not always spring back in time to
be cut. To overcome this condition, we advise mowing lawn
in a counterclockwise direction, overlapping previous cut,
which allows lifting action of rotating blades to lift grass into
cutting path.

When mowing large areas,
clippings will discharged
driveways, etc After one
terclockwise direction until

start in a clockwise direction so
away from shrubs, fences,
or two rounds, mow in counfinished (see Fig 12).,

FIG. 12
RETRAINING LAWN TO BE CUTWITH MULCHING MOWER-

Be sure your mower is adjusted properly, front-to-rear and
side-to-side, (see To Level Mower Deck in Service
•and Adjustments section)

Only cut grass that is dry

Mow grass often Short grass clippings wilt decay fast

Keep blades sharp. Sharp blades vviflcut better.

Your tractor is very maneuverable and can be reversed to
back out of dead ends.

MULCHING

MOWING

•

Mow your lawn frequently

For a mulching mower to performbest, we recommend that
you remove about ! "to 1-1/2" of grass with each cut if your
grass is very thick or lush, you may want to remove as little
as tt2" on final cut to produce the best possible result. This
could mean that you must mow your lawn every 3-5 days
under certain growing conditions

•

If the height of the grass should get out of control, we
recommendthat you follow instructions for first time mulching to bring lawn back to a manageable height. The optimum grass height isdependent on grass type and immediate
local growing conditions, Consult your local agricultural
extension office for this information.

•

Keep your engine running at full speed (throttleat fast) 11
youslow downthe engine running speed you will slow bfade
speed as well, which will impair the ability of the mower to
cut grass properly.

•

After mewing your lawn, check under the mower deck to be
sure it is clean and free of grass buildup. Do not allow the
grass to build up because it will impair ability of mower to cut
properly,.

•

Keep the blade sharp It needs to be kept sharp and free
from nicks to keep from damaging the grass tips while
cutting grass quickly and efficiently

Keep your lawn watered, fertilized frequently, and free of
debris,

•

Mulching mower will not perform properly in wet grass Cut
only when it is dry..

TIPS

To mulch grass with a mulching mower, you wilt need to do
several things differently than with a conventional mower.
You must change your mowing habits in order to maximize
effectiveness of your mulching mower. This could mean siowing
down the pace that you currently use to mow your fawn to allow
the mulcher extra time to cut and recut the clippings into a fine
mulch_The volume of grass that is under the deck of a mulcher
is greater at any time than it is with a conventional lawn mower_
WHEN MULCHING LAWN FOR THE FIRST T1ME•

Set cutting height at highest setting and mow in one
direction._

Upon completion of first mowing, lower the cutting height to
middle setting and mow a second time at 90 ° to first
cut or in a cfiss-cross pattern. You can also recur in
same direction by overlapping the center of the mower over
the wheel tracks of the first cut.

and white backing.
CAUTION:
Look down
Disengage
and behind
mowerbefore
blades before backing upo

NOTE: To convert from mulching to conventional Iawnmowing
see TO REMOVE MULCHING
PLUG in CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES section ot this manual.

CUSTOMER
GENERAL

RESPONSIBILITIES

RECOMMENDATIONS

BEFORE

The warranty on thistractor does not cover items that have been
subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value
from warranty, operator must maintain lawn tractor as instructed
in this manual

EACH

USE

•

Check engine oii level..

Check brake operation.

•

Check tire pressure

Check for loose tasteners

.Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly
maintain your uniL
All adjustments in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section
of this manual should be checked at least once each season.
Once a year you should replace 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

CUSTOMER
BEFORE EACH USE
AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS
+
EVERY 8 HOURS
EVERY 25 HOURS
EVERY 50 HOURS
t
EVERY 100 HOURS
BEGINNING EACH SEASON

RESPONSIBILITIES
SCHEDULE
FILL IN SERVICE DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

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Check Tire Pressure

Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen or Replace Mower BIades

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Clean Battery and Terminals
CheckTransmissi0n Coo!ing
Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

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Replace Spark PIug
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Replace Air Filter
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Replace Fuel Filter

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Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Of.!
Clean Air Fi+ter

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(1) Change more oiler} when operating ur_der a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures
(2) Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions

(3) - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil

CUSTOMER
LUBRICATION

RESPONSIBILITIES

CHART

Orientation view only,, Do Not stand on end_
Q

STEERING
GEAR

FRONTAXLE
PIVOT POINTS

WHEEL
BEARINGS

(_ENDDRAGOFLiNK

SECTOR GEAR
I AND BOTTOM OF
STEER1NG SHAFT

VIEW FROM LEFT SIDE OF TRACTOR
MOWER DECK HITCH
PIVOT POINTS

ENDOF
DRAG LINK

UNIVERSAL
JOINT
(SAME ON
BOTH SIDES)

STEERING
I PIVOT POINTS

EoFTSIDE
WER DECK

(SAME ON
BOTH SIDES)

RIGHT SIDE
MOWER DECK
WHEEL

SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL API - SG

GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

WHEEL

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR
Always observe
maintenance..

BRAKE

safety

rules

when

performing

any
BLADE
MOUNTING
SCREWS

OPERATION

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable disc brake To check
brake operation do the following:
•

Stoptractor on a level surface and place shift control lever
in NEUTRAL position.

Depress brake_clutch pedal enough to latch parking brake
in 2nd notch.

Try to push tractor, lf you are unable to push tractor, brake
is too tight and should be loosened (see TO ADJUST
TRACTOR BRAKE in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
section of this manual.

SHARPEDGE

Depress brake-clutch pedal enough to latch parking brake
in 4th notch_

Fig, 13

Try to push tractor If you are able to push tractor, brake is
too loose and should be tightened (see TO ADJUST
TRACTOR BRAKE in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
section of this manual.,

BENTTIPEDGE

BLADE

During tractor operation, check for stopping distance..If tractor
requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed
in highest gear, the brake must be adjusted (see to ADJUST
TRACTOR BRAKE in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section
of this manual),

SPRING
WASHERS

Maintain proper air pressure in all tires,, (See"PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 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

BOLT SHOWN
GRADE 5

MOUNTING
SCREW

Fig° 14
CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY
SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS

•

Do not attempt to sharpen blades while they are on mower,

•

Replace bent or damagedbladeso

e
•
e
•
•

Fully depress brakeoctutch pedal and set
parking brake.,
Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL
position,
Place attachment clutch lever in DISENGAGED position,,
Turn ignition key OFF and remove key°
Make sure the blades and all movtng
parts have completely stopped,
DO NOT handle blades with bare hands.
Wear gloves or wrap blade with newspaper or other material while removing
or Installing blade.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Figs. 13 and 14)

BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be kept sharp The blades
can be sharpened
with a file or on a grinding
wheel. We suggest they be sharpened or replaced after every
25 hours or mowing, Check blades more often if mowing in
sandy conditions.,

•

Remove mowerdeck
in this section),,

(seeTO REMOVE MOWER DECK

•

Remove blade mounting hardware securing blade

•

Install new blade with bent tip edges up.. Blade wiUnot cut
if bent tip edges are not up toward top of mower deck,

Secure biade to mower deck with mounting hardware
removed earlier_ Be sure all parts are re-assembled in
proper order as shown.

Tighten blade mounting bolts securely, "We recommend
using a 10 inch wrench or torque wrench, If atorque wrench
is used, torque bolts to between 30 -35 ft lbs).

IMPORTANT: Blade mounting bolts are Grade 5 heat treated as
shown in Fig° 14 inset.

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig= 15)

CENTER HOLE
BLADE

Care should be taken to keep blade balanced An unbalanced
blade wilt cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to
mower and engine
•

Blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel
Do not attempt to sharpen while on mower.

Place center hole of blade over head of the nail or end of
a screwdriver clamped horizontally in a vice. If blade is
balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either
end of the blade moves downward_ sharpen heavy end until
the blade is batanced

TO REMOVE

MULCHING

PLUG

(See FIG. 16)

Fig. 15

Your tractor has a mulching kit installed on the mower deck. To
convert from mulching to regular lawnmowing, the mulching
plug may be removed as follows:
e

Remove the two 5/16-18 wing nuts and 5/16 lock washers
from atop of mulching plug installed inside mower deck
chute,

•

The two 5/16-18 x ,75 inch carriage bolts wil! drop and can
be easily removed from underneath the mulching plug
and toe guard.

Remove mulching plug from mower chute DO NOT
remove toe guard. Your tractor is now ready to be used as
a conventional mower.

Store mulching plug and hardware in a safe placelor future

MULCHING

TOEGUARD

CARRIAGE

X.75

use.

•

Fig. 16

To reinstall plug reverse the above steps

BATTERY (See Fig. 17)

VENT CAP

Your tractorhas a battery charging system which issufficient for
normal use However, periodic charging of battery with an
automotive charger will extend its life.
•

PLUG

VENT

The acid level in each battery should be even with bottoms
of vent wells Add only distilled or iron free water if necessaP/ Do not over fitl

•

Keep battery and terminals clean,.

•

Keep battery bolts tight,

Keep vent caps and small vent holes in caps open

Recharge at 6 amps for 1 hour.

BATTERY
CELL ACID
LEVEL

FIG. 17

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on battery and terminals can cause slow
battery power drain.
•

Remove terminal guard (if so equipped),

•

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery
cable and remove battery from tractor (see To Remove
Battery in Assembly section of this manual),

•

Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

•

Reinstall battery (see TO INSTALL
ASSEMBLY section of this manual),.

BATTERY

V-BELTS

Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking
soda to one gallon of water Be careful not to get soda
solution into cells.

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours and
replace if required The mower blade drive belt and tractor drive
belts can be adjusted to provide longer belt life (see TO ADJUST
BLADE DRIVE BELT orTO ADJUST TRACTOR DRIVE BELT
in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual)

•

Rinse battery' with plain water and dry.

TRANSAXLE

•

Clean terminals and batterycable endswith wirebrush until
bright

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can
restrict cooling
2O

COOLING

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Read ENGINE instructions in this section and OPERATION
section of this manual before trying to start engine
NOTE: Be sure oil has been added to engine crankcase
before trying to start engine.
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Onty use high quality detergent oil rated with APf service
classification SG Select the oil's SAE viscosity g fade according
to your expected operating temperature:
VIEW FROM RIGHT-HAND

RECOMMENDED

VISCOSITY

Fig, 18

32°F
COLDER_€

I
5W30

SIDE OF ENGINE

GRADES

--_WARMER
SAE30

OIL FILL CAP/
DIPSTICK

AIR SCREEN

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc..)
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will
result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F.
Check your engine oi] level more frequently to avoid possible
engine damage from running low on oil
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 18 & 19)
Raise and lower hood slowly to avoid personal injury or
damage to tractor.
e

Be sure tractor is parked on a level surface

Oitwill drain more freely when warm.

Clean area around oil fill drain and cap before removing
dipstick.

Catch oil in a suitable container

Remove oil fitt cap/dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt
to enter the engine when changing oil

•

Remove oii drain plug.

•

After oil has drained completely,
plug and tighten securely.

•

Refill engine crankcase with oil through oil fill tube Pour
slowly° Do not over fill For approximate capacity see
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual.

•

Use gauge on oi!fillcap/dipstickfor checking level.. Be sure
oil fill cap istightened securely for accurate reading. Keep
oil at FULL line on dipstick

Fig. 19

AIR SCREEN

replace

oil drain

(See Fig. '19)
CLEAN AREA OF
ALL DIRT AND DEBRIS

Engine air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to
prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean air screen with
compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers

ENGINE

COOLING

FINS

Flg. 20

(See Fig. 20)
Grass, chaff or dirt may clog the rotating screen and the air
cooling system, especially after prolonged service in cutting
tall dry grasses Yearly or every 100 hours, whichever occurs
first, remove the blower housing and clean internal cooling
lins and surfaces as shown to avoid overheating and engine
damage. Clean more often if necessary
2I

CUSTOMER
AIR FILTER

RESPONSIBILITIES

(See Fig. 21)

"Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by
using a dirty air filter. Clean foam pre-cteaner element after
every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper
cartridge every 100 hours or every season, whichever occurs
first, Service air cleaner mote often under dusty conditions..
e..

KNOBS

_CLEANERCOVER

Remove knobs and air cleaner cover

WING NUTS

TO SERVICE FOAM PRE-CLEANER-

COVER PL/_TE

•

Remove foam pre-cleaner by sliding it off the cartridge.

CARTRIDGE

Wash foam pre-cleaner in liquiddetergent and water

•

Squeeze foam pre_cleaner dry in a clean cloth..

•

Saturate foam pre-cleaner in engine oil. Wrapfoam precleaner in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove
ALL EXCESS oil

Reinstall foam pre_cieaner over cartridge.

Reinstall air cleaner cover and tighten knobs securely

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGEe

Remove wing nuts and cover plate..

Remove cartridge and clean by tapping gently on flat
surface..

If very dirty, replace or wash in a non-sudsing detergent
and warm water solution
Rinse thoroughly with water
from inside out until water runs clear. Let cartridge dry
thoroughly before using.

•

Reinstall cartridge, cover plate and wing nuts.

Reinstall air cleaner cover and tighten knob securely

Fig. 21

FUEL FILTER

IMPORTANT:
PETROLEUM
SOLVENTS,
SUCH AS
KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE

CLAMP
CLAMP

MUFFLER
Fig° 22

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if so
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK

CLEANING

PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes
first. Spark p!ug type and gap setting is shown in PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 22)

Place new fuel filter in positioninfuel line with arrow pointing
towards carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly
positioned..

immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Clean engine, battery, seat, transaxle, finish, etc. of all
foreign matter.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil,
etc

Protect painted surfaces with automotive lype wax,

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your
tractor unless electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water ouL Water in engine can
shorten engine life..

Fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter
becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required. Make sure new filter is installed with
the IN marking toward the tank and the OUT marking toward
the engine Check fuel system components frequently and
replace any parts showing wear or cracks
•
With engine coo!, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.
@

SERVICE

AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS
e

Depress brake-clutch pedal and set parking brake°

Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL position_

Place attachment clutch lever in DISENGAGED position,

Turn ignition key OFF and remove key,

Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped°

TRACTOR
TO REMOVE MOWER DECK

FRONT
MOUNTING
BRACKET

Remove mower deck from right side of tractor,
e

Place cutting height adjustment pedal in lowest cutting
position by moving memory rod to position 1 and pressing
pedal latch to release cutting height adjustment pedal

Turn |font wheels all the way to the left to allow mower deck
hitch to slide past right front wheel,

•

Remove hairpin cotter from mower deck hitch and
removedeck hitch rod from top holes of the front mounting
bracket (see Fig° 23A).,

•

Lower deck hitch.,

•

Remove hairpin cotter and Flatwasher from hanger pin of
rightrear lift arm and slide off right mower deck lift bracket
(see Fig, 23B).

Remove hairpincotter and Flatwasher from hanger pin of
left rear lift arm and slide off left mower deck lift bracket (see
Fig 23B),

Pull lower engine pulley belt guides away from pulley (see
Fig. 24)_

Move mower deck forward and remove mower deck drive
belt from lower engine pulley, Reposition belt guides_

Disconnect mower deck engagement cable from mower
clutch cable spring (see Fig 25)

Place cutting height adjustment pedal in highest cutting
position°

•

Pull mower deck out from under right side of tractor

HAIRPIN

MOWERDECK
HITCH
VIEW FROM FROt_I "OF TRACTOR

FIG. 23A

MOWER DECK
LIFT BRACKET
(RIGHT SIDE)

FLATWASHER

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VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF TRACTOR

FIG. 23B

TO INSTALL MOWER DECK
@

Place cutting height adjustment in highest position by
pressing cutting height adjustment pedal all the way down
until it latches, if cutting height is not in highest position, the
deck brackets will hit the lift arms while sliding the deck
under the tractor.

•

Place mower deck on right side
chute deflector away from tractor.

•

Turn front wheels of tractor to maximum left turn,

Lift deck hitch and slide deck under tractorto a centered
position

From left side of tractor, slide deck rearward,, Then connect
mower deck engagement cable to mower clutch cable
spring (see Fig. 25). Be sure open side of spring end is
pointed down (see Fig., 25 inset).

of tractor

LOWER ENGINE
PULLEY BELT GUIDES

with
LOWER
ENGINE PULLEY

FIG,, 24

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
®

Slide deck toward front of tractor
belt guides

away from engine

be_t onto lower

engine

Puff lower engine pulley

and slip mower

puIley

Reposition

deck drive

be_t guides

MOWER DECK
ENGAGEMENTCABLE

1/16+' from pulley.
•

OPEN SIDE
HOOK END

Underneath the footrests of the tractor, remove hairpin
cotters and flatwashers from left and right hand hang er pins

MOWERDECK
BELT GUARD

and _ay aside (see Fig 23B).
e

Remove
bracket

hitch

rod and hairpin cotter from

trent mounting

MOWER
CABLESPRING

and lay aside (see Fig. 23A)

Align holes in the mower deck hitch with the top set of holes
in the front mounting bracket and reinstafl the hitch rod and
hairpin cotter

•

Place cutting height adjustment

peda_ in lowest position by
MOWER
DECK
DRWE
BELT

moving memory rod to position 1 and pressing pedal la',ch
to release cutting height adjustment pedal NOTE: Be sure
IDLER PULLEY

left and right lift arms are to the inside of Ieft and right deck
tift brackets (see Fig 23B).
•

Lift deck slightly and flex left rear hanger pin inward to s nap
hanger pin into left deck rift bracket
in place with Flatwasher

•

FIG,+ 25

slot. Secure hanger pin

and hairpin cotter removed earlier

Lift deck slightly and flex right rear hanger pin inward to
snap hanger pin into right deck lift bracket slot Secure
hanger pin !n place with Flatwasher
removed earlier (see Fig. 23B)

•

:K
H_TCH

and hairpin

cotter

Check mower deck reveling and adjustment
as required
See TO LEVEL MOWER DECK in this section of the
manual

TO LEVEL

MOWER

DECK

Adjust mower deck while tractor is parked on level ground
or driveway
Make sure tires are properly
inflated
(see
PRODUCTSPECfF1CATtONSonpage3ofthis
manual) lftires
are over or under
mower deck.

inflated,

you will not proper_y

adjust

your

The tractor main frame should be Ievel across front from teft side
to right side If main frame will not sit level, two outside axle
mounting screws may betoo tight. The outside mounting screws
must be loose enough to allow front axle to pivot. NOTE: Do Not
loosen center mounting
screw.
e

Check and adjust height of mower deck (see TO ADJUST
MOWER DECK HEIGHT in this section)

•

Place

mower

posit{on
SiDE-TO+SIDE
•

Measure

deck

cutting

height

adjustment

Fig,.26A

•

If adiustment is necessary, !oosen right side eccentric mountir
screw and turnecce_tric clockwise or counterclockwise as requir_
to revel mower deck, NOTE: When groove on eccentric is pointir
down, rightside of mower deck is at itslowest position When groin
is pointing up, right side of mower deck is at its highest position

•

Hold eccentric with a wrench while tightening eccentric mountir
screws secure{y

in mid-cut

(No 3) for all adjustments
ADJUSTMENT
height, from

( See Fig 26A)

leve_ surface,

of teft and right blade

tips at outside edge of mower deck If blades are equa+ or
not more than 1/8 inch difference, no side+to+side adjustment is necessary

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
FRONT_TO-REAR ADJUSTMENT ( See Fig 26B)
•

Measure height, from level surface, of right side blade tips
at front and rearof mower deck. Ifdistances are equalor not
more than lib inch lower in front, no adiustment is necessary..

QROOVE__

If adjustment is necessary, loosen front eccentric mounting
screws and turn front adjustment eccentric clockwise or
counterclockwise as required. NOTE: When groove on
eccentric is pointed straight forward, front of mower deck is
at lowest point. Turn both eccentrics so grooves are
pointing same direction (up or down).

EC CENT RIC

FRONT
ECCENTRIC
MOUNTING
SCREW

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MOWER DECK MOUNTING
BRACKET

If more adjustment is necessary, front of mower deck may be
raised or lowered by relocating eccentric mounting screws in
higher or lower position on mower deck mounting bracket.
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FRO_fT ADJUSTMENT ./'_
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MOWER DECK LEVELIN G
ADJUSTMENT HOLES

FIG. 26B

Hold eccentric with a wrench while tightening eccentric
mounting screws securely..

TO ADJUST MOWER
(See Fig. 27)

DECK

HEIGHT

Before making any mower deck height adjustments check air
pressure in all four tires.. All tires must be properly inflated for
mower deck height to be properly adiusted.. For recommended
air pressure, see "Product Specifications" on page 3o
The main frame on the lawn tractor should be level across the
front from left side to right side.. If main frame will not sit level, the
two outstde axle mounting screws may be too tight. The two
outside mounting screws must be loose enough to allow front
axle to pivot, NOTE: Do Not loosen center mounting screw.
•

Place tractor on a level surface..

Place cutting height in lowest position (No. t see inset).

Measure height of mower deck from bottom edge of left
front corner to ground. Height should be t-3/4 inches, if
adjustment is necessary, go to next step..

MEMORY ROD
CUTTING
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
PEDAL

(CUTTING
HEIGHT
PosmoN
NO.,t)

VIEMORY

Locate adjustment nut near left mower deck lift arm (see
Fig. 27)°

Loosen jam nut on adjustment rod

Turn adjustment nut to obtain 1-3/4 inches. NOTE: Turn
adjustment nut clockwise to raise mower deck or counteF
clockwise to lower mower deck.

Re-check measurement
as outlined above.. If more
adjustment is necessary, turn adjustment nut until
height ol mower deck is 1-3/4 inches..

•

Tighten jam nut up against adjustment nut

•

Check and adjust level of mower deck as outlined in
paragraph TO LEVEL MOWER .DECK.

ADJUSTMENT
NUT
JAM NUT

MOWER DECK
LIFT ARM
ViEW FROM LEFT SIDE OF TRACTOR

FIG. 27

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO ADJUST BLADE DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 28)
When
at full

MOWER DECI(
ENGAGEMENT
CABLE

CABLE

MOWER DECK
BELT"GUARD

mower blade drive belt slips and blades wilt not turn
speed when mowing, the blade drive belt should be

tightened,,
e

Place attachment
tion,,

clutch

lever

in DISENGAGED

posi-

RIGHT HAND
QUILL

MOWER CLUTCH
CABLE SPRING

Loosen idler pulley hex nut
e

Slide idler pulley toward rear of mower deck to lighten
belt NOTE: Only a small amount of movement should
be required

Re-tighten hex nut on idler pultey

To check adjustment:
a. Start.engine
position FAST

and place throttle control

_R
DECK
DRIVE

iDLER ARM
EXTENSION

lever in

LOCI(NUT

b. Place attachment clutch{ever in ENGAGED position
and allow sufficient time for blades to run to fuJlspeed,
then place attachment clutch ]ever in DISENGAGED
position. Blades should stop within a few seconds and
remain stopped If blades do not stop or tend to creep,
adjustment is too tight

IDLER PULLEY
HEX NUT

To loosen blade drive belt0loosen idler pulley and move
toward front of mower deck..

BLADE

BRAKE

ADJUSTMENT

(See Fig. 28)
Blade brakes should stop mower blades when attachment
clutch lever is in DISENGAGED position. Blade brake pads
should not come in contact with quill assemblies when
attachment clutch lever is in ENGAGED position.
e

Place cutting height adjustment in lowest cut position

(No,t),.

TO CHECK RIGHT HAND BRAKE
®
Move attachment clutch lever backward to DISENGAGED position.
e

INSET B

Begin to move attachment clutch lever forward toward
ENGAGED position and check distance lever moves
before brake pad, on right hand quitl assembly, begins
to move.

Fig. 28

Attachment clutch lever should move at least 3t4 inch,
but not more than 1 inch, before brake pad begins to
move..
•

TO CHECK LEFT HAND BRAKE

If the distance is not between 3/4 and t inch, (see TO
ADJUST RIGHT HAND BRAKE below).

Place attachment cSutch lever in DISENGAGED position

Locknut, on end of brake rod, should be approximately
1/8 inch from brake pad mounting bracket with left hand
brake pad against pulley of left hand quill assembly (See
Fig. 2B, inset A).

TO ADJUST RIGHT HAND BRAKE e

Note which one of five holes on front of idler arm
extension is used for attaching mower dutch cable
spring (see Fig..28, inset B).

TO ADJUST LEFT HAND BRAKE•

If distance is more than t inch, move mower
clutch cable spring to a hole toward bolts holding idler
arm extension.
If distance is less than 3/4 inch, move mower clutch
cable spring to a hole toward free end of idler arm extension

•

Re=checkright hand brake and adjust if required..

Adjust [ocknut if necessary

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REPLACE

MOWER

BLADE

DRIVE

BELT

MOWER DECK
ENGAGEMENT CABLE

(See Fig+ 29)
e

Remove mower deck (see TO REMOVE MOWER DECK
in this section,

Remove mower deck belt guard

•

Note position of belt retainer on idler pulley so it can be can
be repositioned properly after belt installation Loosen idler
pulley.,

Remove old belt and replace with a new original equipment
belt

Reinstall belt guard,.

Reposition belt retainer and re-tighten idler pulley,,

•

Reinstatl mower deck assembly,

•

Adjust belt (see TO ADJUST TRACTOR DRIVE BELT
below)+

MOWER CLUTCH
CABLE SPRING
IDLER PULLEY
BELT RETAINER

PULLEY

MOWER DECK
DRIVE _BELT

Fig+29

TO ADJUST

TRACTOR

DRIVE

BELT

(See Figs. 30A and 30B)
The drive belt is kept tight by a spring attached to the brakeclutch pedal assembly When the drive beft is properly
adjusted, the brake+clutch pedal shoutd appear as shown in fully
released position.,
®

The brake-clutch pedal should appear as shown in Fig, 30A
when in the futly reteased position, iI not, then the foftowing
adjustment is necessary.

Depress the brake-clutch pedal enough to latch the parking
brake in the 3rd notch

Loosen clutching idler pulley mounting screw,

If brake+clutch pedal was too far forward, slide idler pulley
in toward engine pulley, If pedal was too far rearward, slide
idler pultey away from engine pulley.

Re-tighten idler pulley mounting screw., NOTE: Belt
retainer should point toward position where running board
meets main frame,

•

Release brake+clutch pedal and re-check pedal for proper
position and readjust if necessary.

Check tractor brake adjustment
TRACTOR BRAKE in this section),

PEDAL

BRAKE,-CLUTCH

Fig, 30A

BELT RETAINER
CLUTCHING
IDLER
PULLEY
MOUNTING
SCREW

CLUTCHING

iDLER PULLEY

BRAKE-CLUTCH
PEDAL

(see TO ADJUST

PARKING BRAKE
LEVER

3rd
NOTCH

Fig,,30B
27

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REPLACE

TRACTOR

DRIVE

BELT

Orientation

(See Figs. 31 and 32)
Your tractor uses v-be Its made of special compounds,
becomes

worn or breaks,

replace

will'} original

equipment

(see REPAIR
SUBSTITUTE.

PARTS

section of this manual)

NEVER

mower deck (see TO REMOVE

MOWER

Remove

/ ....

if any belt

;

LOWER
/ I

be_t

ENGINE ,,_ i
PULLEY

USE A

view onty Do Not stand on end,

LOWER ENGINE PULLEY
BELT GUIDES
f
_,

i .....

_--J

./-_1__

Fully depress

•

Loosen

brake-clutch

•

Pull belt retainer

clutching

pedal and set parking

idler pulley mounting

I((

"',,_

ENGINE

brake

screw

away from pulley and remove

/
CLUTCHING

clutching

idler pulley.

Remove

belt trom engine pulley

Remove belt from transaxle

•

Replace belt by reversing above instructions
Be sure belt
is installed to inside of upper engine pulley belt guide

Before

l)_,

t
{

\,
It )

rULER'

belt from

repositioning

DECK

in this section).
•

PULLEY

t ; LTGU,D

pulley

and tightening

clutching

idler pulley

and belt retainer, adjust tractor drive belt (see TO ADJUST
TRACTOR DRIVE BELT in this section)
®

Check tractor
brake adjustment
TRACTOR BRAKE in this section)

TO ADJUST

(see

ADJUST

SEAT
Fig_ 31

(See Fig. 33)
Tile seat

can be adjusted

operator's

position

forward

or rearward

to desired

Raise rear of seat to horizontal

Loosen (do not remove) four hex head screws in seat plate

Pull up on seat to move it toward rear of tractor,
down on seat to move to toward tront of tractor

•

Tighten

hex head screws

If more adjustment
e
•

Remove

position
CLUTCHINGIDLER PULLEY
MOUNTINGSCREW

or push

IDLER

PULLEY

in seat plate.

is required:

seat and seat plate.

Install seat and seat plate in either forward
holes of seat support

or backward
Fig. 32

bracket.
SEAT

SEATPLA3"E

HEXHEAD
SCREWS

SEAT PLATE _"_"_
BRACKET MOUNTING
HOLES

Fig. 33

SEAT PLATE
BRACKET

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO ADJUST TRACTOR
(See Figs. 34A & 34B)

BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable disc brake mounted
on the transaxle
TO CHECK BRAKE OPERATION *
0

Stop tractor on a hard flat surface and turn off engine.

•

Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL position

Depress brake-clutch pedal enough to latch parking brake
in 2rid notch,,

Try to push tractor.. If you are unable to push tractor, brake
is too tight and should be loosened (see TO ADJUST
TIGHT BRAKE below).

Depress brake-clutch pedaI enough to _atchparking brake
in 4th notch.

BRAKE
ADJUSTING
NUT

Fig. 34A
PARKING BRAKE
LATCH

Try to push tractor. If you are able to push tractor, brake is
too loose and should be tightened (see TO ADJUST
LOOSE BRAKE below)

TO ADJUST LOOSE BRAKE NOTCHES
o

Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL position and depress
brake-clutch pedal enough to latch parking brake in 4th
notch.

Turn brake adjusting nut clockwise until you cannot push
tractor.

Re-check tractor brake adjustment as outlined above.

BRAKEICLUTCH
PEDAL

VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF TRACTOR

Ftg_ 34B

TO ADJUST TIGHT BRAKE e

Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL position and depress
brake-clutch pedal enough to latch parking brake in 2nd
notch.

Turn brake adjusting nut counter-clockwise until you can
push tractor.,

Re-checktractor

ALIGN
ARROWS

STEERING

brake adjustment as outlined above.

During tractor operation, check for stopping distance. If tractor
requires more than six (6) feet for stopping distance at high
speed in highest gear, the brake must be adjusted (see TO
ADJUST TRACTOR BRAKE as described above).

TO ADJUST

STEERING

GEAR

,MOUNTING
SCREWS

(See Fig. 35)
If excessive play develops
sector gears as follows:

in steering,

adjust pinion and

•

Position front wheels straight forward

•

Arrows should align in pinion and sector gear

•

Siightly loosen mounting screws in lower steering shaft
bearing..

•

Move lower steering bearing toward back of tractor, as
needed,

•

Hold bearing in place, tighten mounting screws securely.
Use a 10-inch wrench or a torque wrench if torque wrench
is used, torque mounting screws to between 30 and 35 foot
pounds.

TO ADJUST
®

BRAKE

SHAFT BEARING

Fig° 35

ROD (See Fig. 36A)

Check tractor drive belt for proper adjustment (see TO
ADJUST TRACTOR DRIVE BELT in this section).
29

•

The brake-clutch pedal shouid appear as _n Fig, 30A on
page 27, when in the fully released position if not, then the
following adjustment is necessary.

Loosen the two jam nuts that attach the brake rod to the
brake rod bracket, Adjust until the brake lever bolt is
centered in the brake rod bracket

•

Check TO START ENGINE in the OPERATION section
and TO ADJUST TRACTOR BRAKE in the SERVICE AND
ADJUSTMENTS
section of this manual for proper
operation.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
(See Figs. 37A and 37B)
e

Block up axle securely,

On front wheels, remove hub cap, retaining ring and
washer(s) to remove wheel,

•

On rear wheels, remove hub cap and bolts to remove
wheel,

Repair tire and re-assemble

On rear wheels, align holes and reinstaflbolts, Torque bolts
to 50 ft Ibs

•

On front wheels, replace washer(s), and retaining ring

Replace hubcaps.
FRONT TIRE AND RIM ASSEMBLY

Fig. 36A

FELT WASHER

TO ADJUST SHIFT CONTROL LEVER
(See Fig. 36B)
Adjustment is only required if neutra! is not obtainedwhen shift
control lever is in neutral slot
o
e

FLATWASHER
FRONT AXLE
SPINDLE

Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL position,
Try to push tractor "Youshould be able to push when shift
control lever is in neutral position
If you cannot push
,,tractor, adjust as fotiows

Locate neutra! position with shift control lever

Loosen screw'A' on shift bracket on top of transaxle

Place shift control lever into the neutral slot

Tighten screw 'AL

Re-check adjustment as described above

FLATWASHER

HUB CAP

RETAINER
RING
Figo37A

NOTE: You should not be able to push tractor when shift control
lever iS in reverse or a forward range position,,

REAR TIRE AND RIM ASSEMBLY
REAR
AXLE

REAR WHEEL
HUB

BOLTS
HUB CAP
Fig. 37B

LEVER
BRACKET
Fig. 36B
30

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO START ENGINE WITH
BATTERY
(See Fig. 38)

A WEAK

RUBBER

POSITIVE (*)
TERMINAL

NEGATIVE {-)
TERMINAL

CAUTION:
Lead-acid batteries generate
explosive gases, Keep sparks, flame and
smoking materials away from batteries.
Always wear eye protection when around
batteries°
II your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be
recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting
follow this procedure..
IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQU1PPED WITH A 12
VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. OTHER VEHICLE
MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED
SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO
START OTHER VEHICLES

Fig. 38

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES •

Push battery boot away from POSITIVE (+) terminal.

Connect RED (+) cable to POSITIVE (+) terminal on
battery, taking care not to short against chassis..

•

Connect BLACK (-) cable to NEGATIVE (-) terminal on
battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER e

BLACK (-) cabte from battery

RED (+)cable from battery.

TO REPLACE

FUSE (See Fig. 39)

•

Raise hood.

Locate fuse holder under dash,

Remove fuse and replace with a t5 amp automotivetype plug in fuse (see REPAIR PARTS section for more
intormation),

TO REPLACE
(See Fig. 40)

HEADLIGHT

DASH
W1REHARNESS

BULB

•

Raise hood, NOTE: Do not remove plastic headlight lens
when replacing headlight bulb

Turn headlight harness (holding bulb) !/4 turn counterclockwise and remove

•

Pull bulb out (do not unscrew) Push in new bulb

Replace headlight harness and turn 1/4 turn clockwise to
lock in place..

Close hood..

FUELTANK

FUSE HOLDER

FIG. 39

HOOD

INTERLOCKS

HEADLIGHT
LENS

AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly,
stop running, or prevent it from starting.
•

Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the REPAIR
PARTS section of this manual.
BULB

Fig. 40
31

HEADUGHT
HARNESS

BOOT

SERVICE
TO REMOVE
•

Raise hood.

Disconnect

Remove
engine

HOOD

headlight
screw

(See Figs. 41 and 42)

wire harness

used to attach

Hold hood securely

Remove clevis pins, flatwashers
attach hood to mounting brackets

To reinstall

HEADLIGHT WIRE
HARNESS CONNECTOR

connector

hood

to prevent

reverse

AND ADJUSTMENTS

tanyard to front of

HOOD MOUNTING
BRACKET

hood from failing

and

hairpins

used

above procedure

ENGINE
TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
(See Fig. 43)

ViEW FROM RIGHT SiDE OF TRACTOR

The choke control has beenpreset
at factory and adjustment
should not be necessary,
Check adjustment
as described
below before
loosening
clamp
screw
If adjustment
is
necessary,proceed
as foJ!ows
•

Move choke control to '*CHOKE" position
choke should be closed
tf not choke
adjusted.

•

Place control lever in "CHOKE"
ciamp screw

•

Move casing and wire until choke

Tighten

position,

Carburetor
needs to be
Loosen

casing

HOOD
FLATWASHER

is completely

closed

casing clamp screw

HAIRPIN
HOOD MOUNTING
BRACKET
VIEW

FROM

RIGHT

SIDE

OF TRACTOR

F|g, 41

FRONT OF

HOOD

LANYABD

SCREW

Fig. 42
CHOKE CLOSED

CHOKE

CLAMP
SCREW

Fig. 43

LEVER

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
THROTTLE

CONTROl.

ADJUSTMENT

(See Fig. 44)
The throttle control has been preset at factory andadjustment
should not be necessary. Check adjustment a_'_"
described
below before loosening clamp screw. If adj_._tment is
necessary, proceed as foltows.
o

Engine speed is controlled my movement of the throttle
control lever..

Move control "B" to 'FAST" position..

Swivel"C"

should be against side of quarter circle.
CIRCLE

TO ADJUSTe

Loosen casing cramp screw "A"o

Move casing and wire in direction shown until swivel is
against side of quarter circle_

•

Re-tighten casing clamp screw "A"..

CARBURETOR

Fig, 44

ADJUSTMENTS

IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTING
SCREW

(See Fig. 45)
Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to compensate
for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load.
NOTE: The air cleaner must be assembled to carburetor when
running engine..
INITIAL ADJUSTMENT
®

Gently turn the id]e mixture screw clockwise until it
closes. Turning screw in too far may damage it.

Next turn idle mixture screw 1-1/2 turns counterclockwise.
This initial adjustment will permit the engine to be started
and warmed up (approximately 5 minutes) prior to final
adjustment.

FIXED MAIN JET
COVER(HIGH
SPEED)
THROTTLE

IDLE MIXTURE
SCREW

FINAL ADJUSTMENT
e

Start engine and place throttle control in IDLE or SLOW
position.

Hold throttle lever against idle stop, and adjust idle speed
screwto obtain 1200 to i400 RPM

•

While still holding throttle lever, turn idle mixture screw
slowly clockwise (lean mixture) until engine j.q_ starts to
slow.

•

Still holding lever, turn screw slowly counterclockwise
(rich mixture) until engine speed "ujg_starts to slow.

•

Turn screw to midpoint between rich and lean.

•

Adjust idle speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM

•

Release lever.

•

If the engine does not accelerate properly,
carburetor to a slightly richer mixture.

LEVER

Fig° 45

re-adjust

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM
Will not start

CORRECTION

CAUSE

1
2
3
4,

Out of fuel

1.
2.
3
4..
5..
6
7

Engine not "CHOKED" properly.
Engine flooded.
Bad spark plug..
5,.
Dirty air filter
6+ Dirty fuelfilter
7. Water in fueL.

Engine will not
turn over

Engine clicks but
wall not start

8
g
10

gasoline and replace fuel fi_ter
Check all widng,
Contact Sears Service Department,
Contact Sears Service Department,

1.
2,

t,
2
3
4+
5
6.
9.
t0

C]earVrep]ace air filter
Replace spark plug
Recharge or replace battery
Reptace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and refil! tank with fresh gasoline
Check all wiring.
Contact Sears Service Department..
Contact Sears Service Department

Dirty air filter
Bad spark plug
3.
Weak or dead batter:/
4.
Dirty fuel fiiter
5 Stale or dirty fuel
6 Loose or damaged wiring
7 Carburetor out of adjustment
8, Engine valves out of adjustment
1. Brake-clutch pedal not depressed
Mower clutch lever is engaged
Weak or dead battery.
Blown fuse

2
3.
4
5.
6
7,
8,
9,

Corroded battery terminals
Loose or damaged wiring
Faulty ignition swatch
Faulty solenoid
Faulty operator presence switch(es)

t, Weak or dead battery
2,, Corroded battery terminals
3 Loose or damaged widng
4 Faulty solenoid or starter.
1

Loss of power

2
3.
4+

5
6
7
8,
9
t0
11
12,
!3
14
15

Cutting too much grassttoo fast.
Throttle in "CHOKE" position.
Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower

Dirtyair filter.
Lowoillevelldirtyoil
Faulty sparkplug
Dirtyfuelfilter
Staleor dirtj fuel
Waterin fuel
Spark plug wire loose
Dirty engine air screen/fins
Dirty clogged muffler.
Loose or damaged wiring
Carburetol' out of adjustment
Engine valves out of adjustment
Worn, bent or loose blade
Clutching idler assembly worn or damaged
Loose/damaged parts

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Depress brake+clutchpedal
Disengage mower clutch Iever
Recharge or replace battery..
Replace fuse
Clean battery terminals
Check all wiring
CheckJrepiace ignition swatch
Check/replace solenoid or starter
Contact Sears Service Department.

1
2
3
4

Recharge or replace battery.
Clean battery terminals
Check all wiring
Check/replace solenoid or starter

1 Set [n "Higher Cut" pos[tionfreduce speed
2 Adjust throttle control
3 Clean underside of mower housing
4 CIearffrep]ace air filter.
5 Check oil level/change oil
6 Clean and re-gap or change spark plug
"7 Replace fuel filter,
8 Drain fuel tank and refill tank with trash gasoline
9 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refiU tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuet filter
10 Connect and tighten spark plug
1t
Clean engine air screen/fins.
12 Clean/repEace muffler.
13 Check all wiring.
14 Contact Sears Service Department
t5
Contact Sears Service Department
1
2
3

Excessive
vibration

2,
3

Unit will not

1. Sheared or missing engine, transmission or
transaxie pulley(s) key,
2.
Transaxte not operable,
3 Relief valve rod incorrectly positioned (Units with
hydrostatic ddve transmissions only)

propel itself when
clutch is engaged

Fil! fuel tank
See TO START ENGINE in Operation section
Wait several minutes before attempting to start
Replace spark plug
Clearffreplace air rifler
Replace fuel filter
Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

Loose or damaged wiring
9.
Carburetor out of adjustment
10.. Engine valves out of adjustment
Hard to start

POIAITS

Replace blade Tighten blade boil
Replace clutching idler assembly.
Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts

1.+ Replace key
2
3

Contact Sears Service Department
Stop unit and place relief valve rod in NORMAL
position

TROUBLESHOOTING

POINTS

CORRECTION

CAUSE

PROBLEM
1

Shifting procedure incorrect.

Tractor ddve belt and/or brake out of adjustment

Transaxle not operating properly.

Engine continues
to run when
operator leaves
seal with mower
clutch engaged

Faulty operetor_safety presence control system

Checkwidng, switches and connections I! not
corrected, contact Sears Service Department

Poorcut-uneven

1
2,
3,

Worn, bent or loose blade
Mower deck not level.
Build;up of grass, leaves and trash under mower

1
2,
3,

Replace blade Tighten blade bolt
Replace blade mandrel,
Clean underside of mower housing.

1.
2
3
4

Obstruction in clutch mechanism
Mower drive belt out of adjustment
Worn/damaged mower drive bell.
Frozen idler pulley,

Remove obstruction

2.
3
4,

Adjust mower drive belt
Replace mower drive belt
Replace idler pulley

1
2
3,
4,,
5.

Build-up el grass, leaves and trash under mower
Wet grass
Engine speed too slow
Travel speed too fast.
Mowing to much grass

1.
2
3,
4..
5,

Mower deck not level

Unit will not shift
or shifts hard

Mower blades
will not rotate

Poor or no
grass discharge

7
8
9
10
11
Mower leaves

Low/uneven tire air pressure..
Worn, bent or loose blade
Mower drive belt worn or out of adjustment
Blades improperly installed,
Improper blades used.

Check shifting procedure Unit MUST come to a
complete stop before changing directions
Check adjustment of traclor drive belt and/or brake
Adjust if necessary
Contact Sears Service Department,

Clean underside of mower housing
Allow grass to dry before mowing,
Place throttle control in "FAST" position
Shift to slower speed
Set cutting height to higher setting,, Then re-cut at
normal setting,
6, Level mower deck
7, Check tires for proper air pressure
8, Replacetsharpen blade Tighten blade bol!
9. Replace/adiust mower drive belt
!0
Reinstall blades sharp edge down,,
t I Replace with blades fisled in this manual

1,
2,
3.
4
5
6
7.

Mowing wet/high moisture content grass
Mowing too much grass
Mowing too fast.
Blades are worn or require sharpening,
Blade drive belt out of adiustment
Worn or damaged quifi assembly(s).
Damaged mower deck housing

1, Allow grass to dry before mowing,
2 Set cutting height to higher setting,
3 Place transmission control lever in lower setting
4
5
6,
7

Sharpen or replace blades if necessary
Check tension of blade drive belt Adjust if necessary
Replace quill assembly(s),
Repair of replace mower deck housing

Headlight(s) not
working (if so
equipped)

1
2.
3
4,
5.

Switch is "OFF"
Bulb(s) burned out,
Faulty light switch
Loose or damaged wiring,
Blown fuse,

Tum switch "ON"

2
3,
4
5,

Replace bulb(s)_
ChecWreplace light switch,
Check Wiring and connections
Replace fuse,

Batterywill not
charge

Poor cable connections

1,. Check/dean all connections.

2
3

Bad battery cells,,
Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

2.
3

Steering erratic

!
2

Steering sector'gear and pinion loose
Worn ball joints

1. Check steering sector gear Adjust if necessary
2, Check ball joints Replace if necessary.

Steering
difficulty

1
2

Steering sector gear and pinion tight
Steering pivot points dry

1
2

unmowed strip
between blades

Replace battery
Replace regulator.

Check steering sector gear Adjust il necessary
See Lubrication Chart

STORAGE
....................

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM

Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the
Season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more..

IMPORTANT:

DANGER
Never store the engine with fuel indoors or in a poorly
ventilated enclosure, where fuel fumes may reach an
open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water
heater, clothes dryer, etc.
Handle the gasoline carefully. It is highly flammable and
careless use could result in serious fire damage to your
person and/or property.
Drain the fuel into an approved container outdoors away
from an open flame.

TRACTOR
Remove mower deck from tractor for winter storage When
mower deck is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, ieaves, etc Give blades and
underside of mower deck housing a good coat of grease or
rust preventative Store in a clean, dry area
e

Clean entire tractor (See CLEANING in CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual).

Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt
replacement
instructions in the SERVICE AND
ADJUSTMENTS section of this manuat).

•

Lubricate (see CUSTOMER
section of this manual).

Be sure all nuts, botts and screws are securely fastened.
Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear..
Reprace if necessary,.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS
THE CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL
HOSE, OR TANK DUR,ING STORAGE.
ALSO , EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT
ALCOHOL-BLENDED
FUELS (CALLED
GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR
METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE
WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND
FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE
FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN
STORAGE.

•

Drain fuel ta_ko

•

Start engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty

•

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur,
Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing formation of fuel gum deposits during
storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container Alwaysfol_ow mix ratiofound in stabilizer container..
Run engine as least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow
stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain gas tank and
carburetor if using stabitizer:

RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGINE OIL.
Drain oil ('with engine Warm) and replace with clean engine oil.
(See ENGINE IN CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES section
of this manual).

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surface; sand
lightly before painting_

CYLINDERS

BATTERY

•

Remove spark plugs._

Fufly charge battery for storage..

•

After a period of time in storage, battery may require
recharging,

Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug holes into
cylinders_

•

To hetp prevent corrosion and power teakage a'uring
long periods of storage, battery cables should be
disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see TO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual)._

Turn ignitionkey to START position for a few secondsto
distribute oil

•

Replace with new spark plugs,.

•

OTHER

After cleaning, leave cabEes disconnected and ptace
cables where they cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.

•

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

•

Replace your gasotine can if your can starts to rusL
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline witl cause problems..

•

If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt.

Cover tractor with a suitabte protective cover that does
not retain moisture, Do not use plastic,, Plastic cannot
breathe which allows condensation to form and will
cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT:

NEVER
COVER
TRACTOR
WHILE
ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE
STILL WARM.

NOTES

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

CHASSIS & HOOD ASSEMBLY

REE
KEY#44

REF,
MOWER
SUSP,! PG

HOOD
PIVOT

REF,
STEERING
PG,
FRONT AXLE ASSY

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL
EQUIPMENT PARTS,. Use of service/replacement parts other than
original equipment parts may void
your warranty

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE
38

328O43A

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

key#
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TRACTOR

part#
326580-829
314799
310006
309235
323068-853
313541-853
56030
55273
300440
.1498
308207
309008
"122207
2483
"1499
300635
.124824
"271190
315120°829
46763
35497
995346
324111-830
995346
995338
50352
319718
321810
324491
324492
318139
54569
,1502
318304
328133
328131
328132
316043
316881
t501
314967
314968
323044
996425
8260
328042
316042
301452
327865

" STANDARD HARDWARE

MODEL

536.255870

description

qty,

FRAME,LF MAIN P920/F4360 SEARS
FOOTPAD,LH PEDAL LIFT
FOOTPAD,RH
FASTENER, RATCHET
BRACKET, GRILLE
BRACKET, FRONT AXLE
SCREW, 5/16-18X,75WDFLLK
NUT, 5!16-t8 HXWDFLLK
GUIDE, BELT, RIDER
NUT, 5/t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
BOLT, 625X2 18 HHSH 112-13
NUT, 1t2-13 HEXJAM CTRLK
SCREW, 3/8-16X3 00 HHC
WASHER, 391DXI .25DX,,07 BELLVtL
NUT, 318-16 REGHXCTRLK
GUIDE,BELT SHORT 15" WHEEL
NUT. 5/16-18 HEXJAM
NUT, 3/8-16 HEXKEPS
CONSOLE, PEDAL LIFT
RIVET. POP ,,187DIAX 450LG ST
SCREW, 5/!8-t8X .50 WAHHTAP
SCREW, t/4-20X 50 WAHHTAP
DASH, STEEL
SCREW, 1/4-20X 50 WAHHTAP
SCREW, I/4-20X 63 HHWATAP
NUT, 114-20 WDFLLK TOPLOCK
DASH
BUMPER TOP
BUMPER-HOOD/DASH SIDE TOP
BUMPER-HOOD/DASH SIDE BOTTOM
SCREW, 114-20 PHPNHD
WASHER, FLAT 28tX .75X 090
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHXCTRLK
SCREW, tI4-20X 50 PHPNTAP
HOOD
SKIRT, HOOD
GRILLE
SCR #10X1 0 UNSL-HWH-HILO ZINC
SCR #t0X.75 UNSL-HWH-HILO ZINC
FLATWASHER #10
LENS LH, SEARS
LENS RH, SEARS
PIN, CLEVIS
FLATWASHER
PIN, HAIR
LANYARD,HOOD 18.00 LG LF
SCR #10X 62 UNSL-HWH-HILO ZINC
FOIL, HEAT REFLECTOR
OWNER'S MANUAL (NOT ILLUSTRATED)

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ITEMS.

CRAFTSMAN 43" LAWN TRACTOR MODEL 536.255870
HOOD AND CHASSIS

ASSEMBLY

REF
MOTION DRIVE
PAGE ",..

KEY#23

REF
KEY#t

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL
EQUIPMENT PARTS, Use of service/replacement
parts other than
original equipment parts may void
your warranty.

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE
4O

328043A

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

key#

part#

description

qty

64
65

58367-853
310660-853

PLATE, SEAT
BRACKET, P-5 SEAT SUPPORT
BOLT, 437X t56 HHSH 5/t6-18
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
SCREW, 5116-18X 63 HHC
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
SPRING,SEAT 2 63LG1 49OD
CLAMP,SPRING 1 t7"ID
SCREW, 114-20X ,75 HXWATAP
COVER,SEAT SPRING 1 51DX1 0LG
FENDER
SCREW. !/4-20X ,50 WAHHTAP
SCREW, 5/I6-t8X1,00
HHC
WASHER. FLAT .375X .88X 082
NUT. 5116-18 REGHEXCTRLK
TRIM,STRIP,BLACK--SMALL.W/ADH
HITCH. SEARS
SCR, 3/8-16 X t 000 HXWAHD TAP
SCR 5/t6q8 X 63 HHC
WASHER FLAT 344 X .69 X 065
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
SEAT. MV540 CRAFTSMAN
SCREW, 5/16q8 X ,75 HHC
WASHER. HVSPTLK 328 X .60 X 09
WASHER. FLAT 344 X 69 X 065

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.1498
57_53
1341
44811

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308654-829
995346
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446363
"1498
55021

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327061-829
48146
180079
120393
1498
321863

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87

122007
120638

120393

" STANDARD HARDWARE ITEMS°

CRAFTSMAN
MOWER

43" LAWN

SUSPENSION

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.2558"/0

ASSEMBLY

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL
EQUIPMENT PARTS, Use of service/replacement
parts other than
original equipment parts may void
your warranty

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE
42

322997F

CRAFTSMAN

key'#

LAWN

part#

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43"

320075-853
.180079
120393
.1498
317089
50148
8260
318341
35498
324032
48306
316648
324045
315194
1288
.t502
300698-853
. 180020
°1502
324055
120613
35498
57444
322835-853
300169-853
.180079
58247
"1498
417098
8260
322821
12O394
36368
996416
120377
322467
58248-853
126211
"t498
314962_853
314488
323751
126211
44108
315342
314829
.t499
314489
314792
121222
321385
274517
36368
315341
44811
324038
-1502
314969
314837
321837
180077
t498

STANDARD HARDWARE

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

description

qty

BRACKET.CLUT-ENGAGELEVERBLK
SCREW, 5/16-!8X! O0 HHC
WASHER- FLAT .344X .69X 065
NUT, 5f16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
ASSY,CLUTCH LEVER
BEARING.FL 5031DX 628OD
PIN, HAIR 09t D1AXl.56LG
BRACKET.SWITCH ENGAGE
SCREW. 51t6-18X 75 WAHHTAP
CABLE KEEPER
PULLEY. POWDER METAL
SPRING 1288 LONG
BOLT..375X 565 HHSH 1/4-20
WASHER, FLAT 1 38 X 51 X 043 Z/YZ
BRACKET RETAINER
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK
BRACKET. FRAME CABLE
SCREW, t/4-20X 75 HHC
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK
ASSY.CABLE, BLADE ENGAGE
NUT, 1/4-28 HJAM
SCREW, 5/16-18X 75 WAHHTAP
TIE, CABLE BLACK
LIFT ASSY.LH P-LIFT J BLACK
ASSY LINK RIGHT SIDE
SCREW, 5/16-18X1 00 HHC
ADJUSTING NUT
NUT, 5116-18 REGHEXCTRLK
WASHER, FLAT 531Xl.06X 095
PIN, HAIR 091 DIAXI 66LG
ROD, ADJUSTING "'J" P-LIFT
WASHER, FLAT 406 X 81 X .065
PIN, HAIR 072 DtA X t t3 LG
WASHER FLAT 391 X t 00X I25
NUT. 3t8-t6 REG HX
NUT, 3t8-16 REG HX NK LOC
BRKT,REAR,HANG_SUSP
BOLT, 5t16-18X 63 CARR
NUT. 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
PEDAL ASSY, DECK HEIGHT BLK
PAD, LiFT PEDAL
BRACKET, LIFT ARM
BOLT, 5116-18X 63 CARR
NUT, 5!16-t8 HWDFLCTRLK
LATCH,PEDAL LIFT
BOLT, 56 X .t3 HHSH 3t8-t6
NUT, 318q 6 REGHXCTRLK
SPRING. LIFT LATCH
ROD, PIVOT
PiN, COTTER .090! 086X 75
ROD, MEMORY
WASHER. FLAT 406X 73X 063
PIN,HAIR 072DIAX ! 13LG
BRACKET,ME MORY
SCREW, 1/4-20X 75 HXWATAP
GUIDE, MEMORY ROD
NOT. 114-20 REGHEXCTRLK
CAP, MEMORY ROD 381D X 75
SPRING. MEMORY
KNOB, MATTE BLACK
SCREW. 5f16-t8 X .75 HHC
NUT. 51t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK

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ITEMS,

CRAFTS_IAN

43" LAWN

FRONT STEERING

TRACTOR

_2,ODEL 536.255870

ASSEMBLY
REF,
CUSTOMER ASSY FG
STEERING WHEEL
& HARDWARE

& HOOD

REF, TO
CHASSIS
& HOOD
MAIN FRAME

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REFER

CHASSIS
& HOOD
FRONT AXLE

SUPPORT

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41

REFER TO
TIRE TREAD
PAGE

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT
PARTS. Use of service/replacement parts other
than original equipment parts may void your
warranty

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

328622A

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

key#

part#

1
2

300272-853

3
4

52407
318539

5
6
7
8
9
t0
11

318544
36625
53373-853
304590
180128
120382
120377

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t2
t3
14
t5

313634
313629
313671-853
315196

16
17

274654
302498

18
t9
20
21
22

323731
71100
323752
321449
124925

23
24

57158
272123

25
26
27

302865
46692
120396

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29
30
3I
32
33
34

120383
271506
318702
302314
302524
315194
2968

35
36
37

20864

38
39
40
41

321908
314416
706
316702

42
43

73840
318550

44
45

642
36625

46
47

306571
306669

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.

24{67

MODEL

536.255870

description

qlyo

AXLE.FRONT ASSY SUS 4WS LF
ASSY,FRONT AXLE SUS
SPINDLE BEARING
ASSY.SPfNDLE RH LONG
ASSY,SP1NDLE,LH LONG
RING, RETEX 57X 05TRU5133-75
AXLE COVER
TIE ROD ASSY 19 81LG W-SECTION
SCREW, 3/8-16X1 75 HHC
WASHER, REGSPTLK 393X 68X 10
NUT, 3/8q6 REGHEX
ASSY SECTOR GEAR 4WS LF
BUSHING,SECTOR GEAR 4WS LF
SUPPORT,SECTOR GEAR 4WS LF
SCREW, t/2-20X3.00 HHC
NUT, 1/2_20 REGHXCTRLK
BEARING FLANGE 0.5 BORE
SCREW, 5f16_24 X.75 SQ CONE SEMS
NUT, 5/16_24 HXWDFLLK
ASM DRAGLINK 4WS LF
DRAG LINK 625 DIA LF 4WS
NUT, 3/8-24 REGHEXJAM
BALL JOINT 3/8 THD SHORT STUD
NUT, 7/t6_20 HXJAM
JOINT, BALL ASSY 71t6-20
NUT, 3!6-24 WDFLHLK WHIZ
WASHER. FLAT ,531X1.06X 095
WASHER, REGSPTLK 459X 78X 12
NUT, 7/t6o20 REGHX
SHAFT, STEERING 4WS LF
PINION STEERING
PIN DOWEL STR ERO LT
WASHER,FLAT 1.38 X 5tX 043
WASHER, FLAT .504X.75X 059
RING. RET E .39X.04TRU5133_50
TiRE & RIM. PU 15X6 0X6 TURF SILVER 654
VALVE STEM
WH EEL W/BRG
BEARING
ZERK FITTING
REFER TO TIRE TREAD PAGE
WASHER
WASHER. FELT
WASHER, FLAT 755 X 13I X ..075
RING, RETEX 57X.05TRU5133-75
HUBCAP 6 _SILVER 3251854
CLIP

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ORDER INDIVIDUAL PARTS.
STANDARD HARDWARE ITEMS°

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2
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CRAFTSMAN

43"

REAR STEERING

LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

ASSEMBLY

REF
CHASSIS

_, _:

.//

& HOOD

MAINFRAME

/
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!9 20

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT
PARTS, Use of service/replacement parts other
than original equipment parts may void your
warranty

ALLUNNUMBERED
ITEMS AREINTERCHANGEABLE
WRH OPPOSITESIDE

326t37A

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

key#

part#

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3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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11
12
13
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!5
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50
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52
53
54
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56

303222-853
180091
120393
1498
35498
326135
314267
12465
12325
320531
12280-830
36311
12289
324578
21682
324578
456722
122017
120393
1498
324514
308719
12319
120394
304115
25177
45602
421051
302594
304116
304122
274654
324638
9963O7
412349
308720
323634
308447
308399
308384
124925
304260
323635
3O8446
308399
308384
124925
3O4260
181646
412349
304t20_853
304!21_853
39728
181639
120382
452349

MODEL

536.255870

qty

description

BRKT X-AXLE MTG
0SCREW, 5tI6_18X2 50 HHC
WASHER, FLAT .344X .69X 065
0NUT, 5/16q8 REGHEXCTRLK
0SCREW, 5/16_18X .75 WAHHTAP
U-JOINT ASM 4WS LD LF
BRCKT,STRG PIVOT W/DRILL HOLES
BRACKET.STR PIVOT
BEARING
U_JOINT ASSEMBLY (LONG)
HUB ASSEMBLY GREY 86t
PIN. GROOVED .250 DIAX1 50LG
PiN, STEERING HINGE
BUSHING. SHOULDERED (OILITE
WASHER, FLAT .765Xt.25X.042 PL
BUSHING, SHOULDERED (OILITE
PIN, SPRING 250DIAX1 50LG HVPL
0SCREW, 5/16-t8X1 00 HHC
WASHER, FLA'r .344X .69X 065
0 NUT. 5It6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
ROD ASM., DRAGLINK
PIVOT. STEERING
BOLT_ .562X 340 HHSH 318-24
WASHER. FLAT 406X 81X.065
SPACER, STEERING SHAFT
WASHER. FLAT 765X1 19X 048
WASHER, FLAT 333X 87X t19
0SCREW, 5/I6-24X1 00 HHC
ARM ROLLER SWING 4 W
CAM YOKE ROLLER
SHOULDER BOLT CAM ROLLER
0 NUT. 1/2_20 REGHXCTRLK
SHOULD BOLT CAM FOLLOWER
WASHER, FLAT .391Xl L)0X 209
ONUT, 3/8-24 HXCTRLK
SHAFT, STEERING PIVOT
TIE ROD ASSY RH
ROD. TIE t/2"D X 8.00LG
0NUT, 3/8-24 LH THD REGHJAM
ROD,TIE END LH 3t8-24 EURO
0 NUT, 3/8o24 REGHEXJAM
ROD, TIE END RH
TIE ROD ASSY LH
ROD. TIE 112_DX 9.5LG
NUT, 3,'8-24 LH THD REGHJAM
ROD.TIE END LH 3/8-24 EURO
NUT. 3/8-24 REGHEXJAM
ROD, TIE END RH
0SCREW, 318_24Xt.75 HHC
0 NUT, 3t8-24 HXCTRLK
ARM RW STR ERO RH
ARM RW STR ERO LH
_)SCREW. 3t8-t6X 75WAHHTAP BK
0SCREW, 3/8-24Xl,25 HHC
WASHER, REGSPTLK 393X 68X 10
0 NUT, 3/8-24 HXCTRLK

Indicates STANDARD HARDWARE ITEMS

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CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536,.255870

MOTION DRIVE ASSEMBLY

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS
Use of service/replacement parts other than original equipment parts may void your warranty,
48

328041A

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

key#

part#

description

qty

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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
t0
tl
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t3
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15
t6
t7.
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303109
3o21
22053
314120
180089
120393
1498
323739
35498
120638
122017
120393
1498
50947
122007
138538
t498
319111
310347-853
180079
996416
I498
310347-853
57259
996416
1498
318544
180018
t502
324798
310265
137185
120238
306690
314965
180124
120382
1499
309637
180124
120394
t499
57157
56255
311257-853
311209
311331
134I
311331

TRANSAXLE P930-042 6SP
PULLEY, V4L 920TA
KEY, WDRF 606 750X t87X 3t2
RING, RETEX 58X 04TRU5100-62
BELT, V 4L 87 25
SCREW, 5t16-18X2 25 HHC
WASHER, FLAT .344X 69X 065
NUT, 5/16-!8 REGHEXCTRLK
STABILIZER BRKT Pg20.F4150 930 OIL DiP
SCREW, 5/t6-18X 75 WAHHTAP
WASHER, HVSPTLK 328X.60X 09
SCREW, 5,"16-18X1 O0 HHC
WASHER FLAT .344X 69X 065
NUT, 5t 16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
SCREW_ 318q6X1 25 WAHHTAP
SCREW, 5,,'16-18X _75 HHC
WASHER, REGINTLK 320X.61X 03
NUT, 5/t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
LEVER,SHIFT,LWR 4360
CUP-SHIFT LEVER
SCREW, 5/16o18X t 00 HHC
WASHER. FLAT .39tX1.0OX 125
NUT, 51t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
CLIP-SHIFT LEVER
GUIDE, BELT 5!16-ISTHD
WASHER, FLAT .391X1.0OX t25
NUT, 5116°18 REGHEXCTRLK
PIVOT BRKT LEVER
SCREW, 1/4-20X 62 HHC
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK
LEVER, SHIFT UPPER
SPRING, TORS 56X 95X 095
PIN, COTTER .125 DIAXt 00LG
NUT, t/2-13 HEXJAM
HANDLE 1t2-13
LINK TIE ROD SHIFTER
SCREW, 3/8-16Xt.25 HHC
WASHER,REGSPTLK .393X 68Xt0
NUT, 3t8-t6 REGHXCTRLK
BRACKET,SHIFT 5SP
SCREW. 3/8q6X1 25 HHC
WASHER, FLAT ,406X .8t X 065
NUT, 3/8q 6 REGHXCTRLK
WASHER, 750X 250
SCREW, t/4-28X .75 NYLHHC
BRACKET COVER
COVER PLASTIC
SCREW,tI4-15X 44! 53 H1LOHHWA
CLAMP SPRING
SCREW,1t4-!5X 44/53 HILOHHWA

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•

"
•

•
•

= Indicates STANDARD HARDWARE tTEMS
" See Transaxle Breakdown Pages

CRAFTSMA_
MOTION

: 43 '' LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

DRIVE ASSEMBLY

REF
CHASSIS
MAIN

'= ';
& HOOD

FRAME

; '

*. !
";_

• 89 REF,
TiRE

TREAD

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS
Use o;_service!replacement parts other than original equipnlen! parts may' void your Warranty. .............
50

328041A

CRAFTSMAN

43" t.AWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536,255870

key#

part#

description

qty

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61
62
63

321514
304016
1498
325942

64
65
66
67
68
69

319675
57847
2968
56180
48160
320381-853

70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77

300793
456O2
1498
39659
35374
45892
t499
57204

SPRING BIAS DRAGUNK
GUIDE BELT
NUT. 5116-18 REGHEXCTRLK
PEDAL ASSY.BRAKE/CLUTCH
PIN CLEVIS
SPRING, BRAKE PEDAL
'WASHER. FLAT 504X 75X 059
PIN,HAtR
PAD, CLUTCH BRAKE
ARM,IDLER TRACTION DR
BOLT, .625X t35 HHSH 5116-t8
'WASHER, FLAT .333X .87X 119
NUT, 5!t6-t8 REGHEXCTRLK
RETAINER, STRAP BELT
PULLEY, IDLER V4L 3.06X 62
BOLT, 3/8-t6XI .50 CARR
NUT, 3/8q6 REGHXCTRLK
ROD, CLUTCH
BRACKET, BRAKE ROD
8OLT, .437X 155 HHSH 5/16q8
WASHER. FLAT .333X .87X. 119
NUT. 5/t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
ROD. BRAKE P920 4WS
NUT. 5/t6-18 HEXKEPS
N UT, 5/16-t8 REGHEXCTRLK
SPRING,CLUTCH 113X 750X8 75
TIRE & RIM, PU 20-10X8 Silver 654
VALVE STEM
RIM, WHEEL 20X8 854
TIRE, PU 20XtOX8 SQSH
SCREW, !12-20X 50 HHC
8" HUB CAP Silver 654
CLIPS. RUB CAPS

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79
80
81
82
83

572t7-853
20507
45602
1498
•

84
85
86
87
88
89

•

90
91
92

313659
271184
1498
313660
24167
321915
319686

' Order

123418
306572
306669

Individual

Parts

• Indicates STANDARD HARDWARE 1TEMS

CRAFTSMAN
ENGINE

43" LAWN

& CONTROL

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

ASSEMBLY

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL
EQUIPMENT PARTS, Use of service/replacement
parts other than
originat equipment parts may void
your warranty,

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE
52

327961B

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

KEY#

TRACTOR

PART#

536.255870

DESCRIPTION

2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
t7
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28.
28A
29
30
31
31A
32
33
33A.
34
35
36.
37
38
39
40
38
39
40
4t
42
43

50947
138489
305550
305552
305551
56640
t80020
120380
56472
35287
304709-853
56030
55273
995346
9796
995338
327938-653
180077
55273
56470-853
328034
303151
304246
56431
120383
433146
314992
301087-853
49050
41007
47345
47345
46704
325547
47828
309092
320553
271166
57569
300508
159585
120622
56538
35256
50607
327986
314522
57444

" See Engine

MODEL

ENGINE,B&S 15HP TWIN OPP!tC
SCREW, 318-16X1.25 WAHHTAPBLKP
WASHER, EXLK 384X,69X 04
MUFFLER,16118HP LARGE LC-TONE
EXHAUST TUBE RH
EXHAUST TUBE LH
GASKET, MUFFLER
SCREW, 114-20X .75 HHC
WASHER, REGSPTLK.263X 49X.07
DEFLECTOR S] DE OUT (BS222573)
SCREW, #8-32X .38 HHWATAP
BRACKET, MUFFLER
SCREW, 5I! 6-18X.75WDFLLK
NUT, 5/16-18 HXWDFLLK
SCREW, 1/4-20X .50 WAHHTAP
BRACKET, TRANSAXLE MOUNTING
SCREW, 114-20X .63 HHWATAP
SHIELD,MUFFLER HEAT
SCREW, 5116-18X .75 HH C
NUT, 5/I 6-18 HXWDFLLK
DEFLECTOR, COOL AIR
PULLEY. ENG V3L 4 00 OFFSET
KEY, SQUARE .249SQX4 50LG
SPACER, SLEVt..01X1,484X ,
WASHER, 980IDX1.38ODX.437P_LOT
WASHER, REGSPTLK 459X78X 12
SCREW, 7116-20X4 25 HHC BLK PH
TANK. FUEL 2 GAL
CLEAR
SHIELD, HEAT FUEL TANK
SCREW, 1/4-10X .75PHPNTAP
TUBING,. 25XSOX BULK GAS LINE
CLAMP HOSE, SCREW TYPE
CLAMP, FUEL LINE
RED
CAP, GAS 1-1/2-7 THD BLK
OIL DRAIN
CAP, PIPE 3/89_18 NPT
CONTROL, THROTTLE
SCREW, 10-24X.63PHPNMA CRSS
NUT, #10-24 HEXKEPS
WIRE RETAINER
KNOB, THROTTLE
SCREW #8-32 X .38 PHPNMA
NUT, #8-32 REHEX
RETAINER, WIRE
SCREW, I0-24X.38 SLHWATAP
KNOB, ROUND THROTTLE
BLACK
CONTROL CHOKE 4225LG PAN TK
CLIP, CHOKE RETAINER
TIE. CABLE BLACK

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CRAFTSMAN
PRE-PAINTED

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

DECK ASSEMBLY

REF,
KEY

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT
PARTS Use of service/replacement parts other than
original equipment parts may void your warranty.

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

327957C

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

KEY#

PART#

DESCRIPTION

QTYo

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2
3
4
5
6
6A
68
6C
7
8
9
!0
_I
12
t3
I4
15
16
17
18
19
19A
20
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
3t
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
SO
5t
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80

327452
326480-853
180075
1498
122007
1496
327280-853
122027
1498
317017
180075
120393
I498
313929
180077
120393
t498
310667
180077
120393
t498
326893-853
308231
180077
44108
55424-853
56425
49562
50616
55547
49562
50818
51449
56390
313898
1282
50634
300345
1498
313778
180075
1498
58305
58247
122017
1498
304426
180075
1498
322464
314282
180075
t498
325762
2483
47665
320576
322116
41601
306973
304420
996416
996307
45171
326249
t 80075
t 80083
448363
271184
1498
321828
304i t9-853
306973
135624
180075
120393
I498
314079
t502
35410
327570
126216
1498

MOWER DECKS. RIDER 43 _ MULCHING
TOE GUARD
SCREW. 5/16-18X 63 HHC
NUT, 5/t 6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
SCREW. 5/!6q8X 75 HHC
NUT, 5/t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
BRACKET, REFLECTOR STOP
SCREW, 5/16q 8X1.25
NUT, 5/t6.18 REGHEXCTRLK
BRACKET CHUTE MOUNT
SCREW, 5/16.18X ,63 HHC
WASHER,FLAT ,344x.6gx.065
NUT. 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
LIFT BRACKET, REAR,RH
SCREW, 5/t6-18X .75 HHC
WASHER. FLAT .344X .6gx 065
NUT, 5fl 6-t 8 REGHEXCTRLK
BRACKET,DECK UFTREAR LH
SCREW, 5!tTq8X .75 HHC GR5
WASHER, FLAT .344X .89X865
NUT, 5/I6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
BRACE IDLER
SCREW, 1/4-20Xl 25 HHWATAP
SCREW, 5/1648X .75 HHC
NUT, 5/16-18 HWDFLCTRLK
QUILL ASSY, 36/39/40/43
SHAFTISADDLE 36"
BRNG, BALL
DUST SHIELD
QUILL CAST{NG (1046)
BRNG. BALL
SPACER,3.797LGX,6691DXB8OD
SPACER,.438LGX 9320DX 672{D
PULLEY.2_36" QUILL V5L
SPECIAL WASHER
NUT, 7/16.20 WDFLLK
SCREW, 5/16-18X .88 WAHHTAP
SCREW, 5/t6-18Xl 38 WATAP
NUT, 5/16-t8 REGHEXCTRLK
BRACKET FRT.
SCREW, 5/t6-18X .63 HHC
NUT, 5/t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
UNK BRACKET,DECK FR
ADJUSTING NUT
SCREW, 5/16-18X1.00 HHC
NUT, 5/t 6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
BRACKET,GAGE WHEEL L H,,
SCREW, 5!16q8X .63 HHC
NUT, 5/t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
BRACKET.GAGE WHEEL R H FRNT
BRACKET,STABILIZER
SCREW, 5/16-18X ,63 HHC
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
BLADE, MULCHING 21,70
WASHER,.391DXt 25DX.07 BELLVJL
SCREW, 3/8-24Xl 25 NYLHHC GR5
iDLER ARM ASSY
iDLER ARM
RIVET
BRAKE PAD
SHOULDER
BOLT
WASHER,FLAT
391XI OOX.125
WASHE R,FLAT .391X t.00X 209
NUT, 3/8-16 HWDFL WHE-LOCK
BRACKET. EXTENSION IDLER
SCREW 5/16-18X.63 HHCGR,5
SCREW, 5/16-18Xl 50 HHC GR 5
WASHER,FLAT
NUT 5/16-18 HEX KEPS
NUT
BLADE BRAKE ASSY
BRAKE ARM
BRAKE PAD
RIVET
SCREW, 5/16-18X,63
WASHER,FLAT .344X.69X.065
NUT, 5/16-t8 REGEHEXCTRLK
ROD,BRAKE
NUT,114.20 REGHEXCTRLK
SPRING
KICKER, MULCHER
BOLT 5/16-18X .75
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHE XCTRLK

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3
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3
3
2
8
2
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1
2
1
1

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

FINAL DECK ASSEMBLY

REF,
IDLER ARM

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS,
Use of service/replacement parts other than originat equipment parts may void your warranty

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE
56

327958B

CRAFTSMAN

43" t.AWN
key#
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
I1
12
13
14
15
16
17
IB
19
20
21
22.
23.
24
25.

TRACTOR
pa_#

56306
8260
1346
314107
310326
126416
= 44374
314108
324814
57101
309436
120393
= 1498
302611
23763
1499
304422
314975
304424
3535
326369-653
126216
138485
327457

MODEL

536.255870

descdption

qty,

DECK,43 _ MOWER W/MULCHER BAFFLES
ROD, DECK HITCH
PIN. HAIR .09I DIAX1.66LG
GUIDE, BELT, IDLER
SPRING,TENSION 5.00LG+t 7LB/IN
PULLEY, IDLER BFF 4.00 WIDE FL
BOLT, 3/8-16X 1.75 CARR
NUT, 3/8-t6 HXWDFLLK
BELT, V 5L 86.00 KEVLAR
GUARD, BELT LH PLASTIC
CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18X 75 GR2
PUSHNUT 5!16 NON-SERVICEABLE
WASHER, FLAT .344X .69X065
NUT, 5f16.18 REGHEXCTRLK
GUAGE WHEELS
BOLT, 500XX1 390 HHSH
NUT,3/8-16 REGHXCTRLK
CHUTE DEFLECTOR
TORSION SPRING
ROD PIVOT DECK
PUSH NUT
MULCHER PLUG 43"
BOLT 5/16-t8X 75 CARR
LOCKWASHER
WlNGNUT 5116-18

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* ORDER INDIVIDUAL PARTS°
° STANDARD HARDWARE PARTS

i.........

CRAFTSMAN
ELECTRICAL

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

ASSEMBLY

ALLUNNUMBERED
ITEMS AREINTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITESIDE

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS
Use of service/replacement parts other than origina! equip_
ment parts may void your warranty
58

327959A

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN
key#-,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
t0
tt
12
13
14

TRACTOR
part#
326810
41482
303064
52572
57444
41482
327355
327352
300194
327350
315902
320082
57444
57476

MODEL

536.255870

description

qly

WIRE HARNESS 14-t8 TWIN OPPOSED
PRESS CLIP.I 380LG 255ID
ASSY.LtGHT WIREd/4 TURN
BULB, HEADLAMP
TIE, CABLE BLACK NYLON 5 62L
PRESS CLIP,t .380LG .2551D
SWtTCH-IGN.(AFTER
FIRE) 3 POSN
NUT, 5/8-32 ACC #125 PLAST BLK
BOOT IGNITION SWITCH
KEY, IGNITION SWITCH
AMMETER ASSY_>309373,121685
SWITCH,DOUBLE
POLE NO/NC
WIRE TIE
SWITCH.SCR
MNT DP NC NO

15
57220
SCREW, #12 X 50 PHPNHTAP
16
53716
SOLENOID
17
=
187745
SCREW, t14-20X .75 H×SEMMA
18
•
1502
NUT. 114-20 REGHEXCTRLK
19
*
271172
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXKEPS
20
138485
WASHER.
EXLK 320X 61X 03
21
•
120368
NUT, 5/16-24 REGHEX
22
57444
TIE, CABLE BLACK NYLON
23
55511
WIRE, GROUND, 12,5"
24
•
271184
NUT, 5tt6-I8
HEXKEPS
25
300334
LIGHT SWITCH ON/OFF PANEL MNT
26
57547
SWITCH, SEAT
27
*
160505
SCREW, I14-20X .38PHPNHMA
28
306694
BA'i-rERY ut-gL 12 VOLT 28 AMP HR
29
57551
ROD, BATTERY
30
57552
ROD. BATTERY, TOP
3t
325232
NUT, WING 1/4-20 SMALL PLASTIC
32
•
120854
SCREW, 1/4-20X ,63 HHC
33
•
271172
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXKEPS
34
57769
BULB,INDICATOR
SNAP BUSHING HEYCO #SB1250-16
35
322998
36
o_
302031
FUSE, 15 AMP SPADE TYPE
_' tndicates STANDARD
HARDWARE
ITEMS.
*_' SPADE TYPE FUSES ARE INCLUDED WiTH THE WIRE HARNESS

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2
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1
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2
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2
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2
2
1
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CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

DECALS

STEERING
WHEEL

NOTE:

ALWAYS

USE ORIGINAL

EQUIPMENT

Use of service#ep_acement
parts other than original
ment parts may void your warranty

MOWER
DECK

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

PARTS
equip-

327962A
60

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

key'#

part#

description

qly,.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10.
1t..
t2.
t3
I4
t5
t6
17
18
19
20
2!

322896
320864
320865
322898
402156
322909
328483
320866
320867
322908
320868
311394
314964

DECAL V-BELT SCHEMATIC MOWER
DECAL, HOOD CRAFTSMAN RH
DECAL, HOOD CRAFTSMAN LH
DECAL, CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY
DECAL. EMBLEM, CRAFTSMAN
DECAL. REFLECTOR, MF GRILLE
DECAL, DASH CRAFTSMAN
DECAL. CONSOLE, 4316SP RH
DECAL, CONSOLE, 4316SP LH
DECAL, CONSOLE CAUTION
DECAL. CRAFTSMAN WHITE
DECAL, SHIFT REVINEUTRAL
DECAL, SHIFTER POSITION P930-6
REFERENCE ONLY
DECAL. ALL WHEEL STEERING
DECAL, V-BELT SCHEMATIC, DRIVE
DECAL, CRAFTSMAN WHEEL
DECAL, BATTERY RATING
DECAL, BATFERY REQD
DECAL. 4WS PATENT
DECAL. 3N 1 MOWER DECK

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320869
322897
322901
324042
324043
313039
402157

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

CUSTOMER ASSEMBLY

CUSTOMER
323357

ASSEMBLY

PARTS

BAG

ASSY

VIEW

QTY1

key#

part#

decdption

qty

1
2
3
4

306654
456378
301413

STEERING WHEEL
PiN SPRING ,250DIA X 2,00LG
SPACER STEERING SHAFT
BATTERY ACiD

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1
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323356_

" May Be Purchased Locally

.... i

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

TREAD PATTERNS

w,A,v

TIRE SIZE

"A"

"B"

11 X 4,00 - 5

42295

319679

13 X5,00-

"C"

"D"

301140

313952

41060

319680

15 X 6 O0 - 6

39830

316702

16 X 6,50 - 8
18 X 8,50 - 8

41081
319683

319682
317400

314539

1 8 X 9.50 - 8

41106

316701

313950

20 X 8.00 - 8

319685

319684

20 X 10.,00-8

58276

319686

20 X 1000-10

55893

319687

23 X 9,50-!2

53655

319690

57164

314584
313654

319689

314370

316711

ENGINE REPAIR PARTS
ENGINE

MODEL

402707-1235-01

FOR 43" TRACTOR

s.1

MODEL

536.255870

22
881

9
5.2

7.2

18 I

556_

524AI

"k REQUIRES
SPECIAL TOOLS
TO INSTALL
SEE REPAIR

1019 LABEL
REF,
NO

PART
NO.

1
2
3

494533
491756
_391086

5.!

493457

5.2
7,1

493458
_271867

7.2
8_t
8°2

REE
NO.

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Assembly
Bearing-Cylinder
SeaF-Oi]
Head-Cylinder

Head-Cylinder #2
Gasket-Cylinder
Head #1

(Used Only on Ref,
572 Air Baffle with

280225 Tube-Breather

Gasket-Crankcase

506

231174

Terminal

507

280180

Grommet-Insulator

_271188

Cover (1/64" Thick)
Gasket-Crankcase

524A
556
569

-_271485
93585
_270981

572
869

224580
261453

Baffle-Air (CyL #2)
Seat-Intake Valve

870

213316

(Standard)
Seat-Exhaust

871

(Standard)
26'1961 Guide-Exhaust

94565

94239

Screw-Cylinder
Plug-,Oii Drain

15A

94497

Plug-Pipe (t/827)

493304

w291675

399195

93882

244

239318

Included in Gasket Set-Part

HeaFt

Base Assy.Crankcase

REF.
NO.

90576

PART
NO.

Valve
Valve

881

222860

(Brass)
See Repair Manual
Cover Plate-

1019

491261

Crankcase
Label Kit

Plug Assy.--Oil Fill
Screw-Crankcase

Connector--Impulse

No 491856,.

Assemblies include all parts shown In frames.

Seal-Plug
Screw-Hex_ Hd
Gasket.Crankcase

Note:

Seal-Oil

Pump
Nut-Hexo

DESCRIPTION

(Only)
231218 Guide-lntake

Cover Mtg..

354

MANUAL,

_271703

INSTRUCTION

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder #2

9
10

_15A

Cover (,.009" Thick)

Breather Assembly #1
Cover-Breather

Holes for Mounting)
_:27803 Gasket-Valve
Cover
94382 Screw-Sem

{_20

PART
NO.

Cover (4005" Thick)
:_271189 Gasket-Crankcase

;_271868 Gasket-Cylinder
Head #2
398085
222892

,,,

ENGINE

MODEL

402707-1235-01

FOR 43" TRACTOR

40
24
_[_

MODEL

634A _)

868

,,2_ _' I_, -_ @_

552A _';
615 q_
615

536.255870

819

" 36

552
t_

t*"

616 H

@ 220

32
230
26

219A

REE
NQ

PART
NOo

393382
Note:

REE
NO.,

DESCRIPTION

27
28

Crankshaft
Order 94196 For
Timing Gear Key,

222698

Key-Flywheel

394955

Piston Assy,
(Standard)

394956

Piston Assy.

(_OlO"
o,£,)
394957

Piston Assy

394958

(,020" 03°)
Piston Assy

(.030" O,S,)
PISTON RING SETS:

394959

Ring Set-Piston
(Standard)

394960
394961

Ring Set-Piston
(.010" O,,S.)
Ring Set-Piston

(.020"O,S,,)
394962

Ring Set-Piston

DES(_RIPTION

260924 Lock-PistonPin
299691 Pin Assy--Piston
(Standard)
391286 Pin AssemblyPiston (,005" OSo)
492667 Rod AssemblyConnecting
Note: For ConnectingRod
With.020" Undersize
CrankpinBore-Order
No,,397158°
94671 Screw-Connecting
Rod

390420

Valve-Exhaust

261528

Valve-intake

65906

Spring-Intake

36
40

26828
221596

Spring-Exhaust
Retainer-intake

292260

RotocoiI-Exhaust

Valve

REE
NO.

DESCRIPTION

93630

261368

Retainer-Exhaust
Tappet-Valve

213421

Gear-Cam

219
219A

393415
394348

Oil Slinger Assembly
Gear-Governor

220

222773

Washer-Thrust

230

223882

Washer-Gov,, Crank

552

262332

(Inside)
Lower Bushing--Gow

552A
615

262331
94296

Upper BushingRetainer-E-Ring
Crank-Governor

Valve Rotocoil (2)

Govo

616

491530

634A

-_491287

741
819

262694
94675

Gear-Timing
Screw-Hex Hd.,

868

393606

Sea[ Assy, & Retainer

Valve
Valve

Nor 491856,

Assemblies include all parts shown In frames.

PART
NO.

Valve

(,030" O,,S.)

Included in Gasket Set-Part

PART
NO.

Seal-Governor

Shaft

ENGINE

MODE[.

402707-1235-01

358 GASKETSET
[861

FOR 43" TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

,08@

PUMP REPAIR KIT

51A
51

109

102
104

205

103
_

634

_119

19551
..... I 98

859

392
434

REF
NO,

PART
NO.

213290

51 _=271412
51A
52

280319
_270884

53
54

_117

REF
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Manifold-Intake

Gasket--Carburetor&
Intake Elbow

REE
NO.

DESCRIPTION

OVERHAUL

PART
NO.

KIT

DESCRIPTION

Shaft and Lever-

202

262684

Link-Throttle

Throttle

203

280997

Crank-Bell

Screw-Fi],, Hd,,

205

93971

232
358

262539
491856

Spring-Backlash
Gasket Set

280197

Body-Pump

Screw-Hex,, Head

99
102

Manifold Mtg.
Screw-Hexo Head

103

298514

Body
Float-Carburetor

387

93970

392

==261395 Spring-Pump

93208

(Carb to Manifold)
Screw-Intake

104
105

=230896
=394683

Pin-Roat Hinge
Valve-Fuel Inlet

394

=270988

Diaphragm

432

,.221377

Cap-Spring

107
108

491543
223534

Body-Lower Carb,,
Valve-Choke

434

223688

Cover-Diaphragm

435

93829

109

392673

Shaft and Lever-

Screw-Diaphragm
Cover

634

e271013

116
117

.280474
231338

858

"270989

Diaphragm-Carb,

(Fixed)

859

=271025

Gasket-Carb

Screw-Hex_ Hd.
Carburetor Overhaul

860

=261358

Spring (2)

861

393397

Repair Kit-Pump

Kit

955

397882

Plug and SealSolenoid

495181
495035

Carburetor Assembly
Body Assembly-Upper
Carburetor

231209

Bushing-Throttle

91920

_'1_'! CARBURETOR

Spacer-Carburetor
Gasket-Intake

90
91

392672

Manifold Mtg, Sem

PART
NO.

e491238
93499
221939

Choke

Shaft

Valve AssemblyCarbureter Idle
Screw-Valve
Sere

26157 Spring-Throttle Adj.
m271607 Gasket-Carburetor

Mtg.
119
121

Valve-Throttle

127

94152
491539

e223472

O-Ring
Jet-Needle

(Throttle Shaft)
Valve

Plug-Welch

:k Included in Gasket Set-Part Ne. 491856
o included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit-Part

Ne, 491539.

= Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit-Part

No. 491539 and Pump Repair Kit-Part

No. 393397,,

Assemblies include all parts shown in frames,

Washer

Pump

ENGINE

MODEL

402707-1235-01

FOR 43" TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

467

467
165

642

643
601
535

235

445
284

240

%
527

REE
NO.

PART
NO.,

161
165

398826
94289

Body-Air Cleaner
Nut-Wing

187

299146

Line-Fuel

DESCRIPTION

(28" Long)

(Cut to Required
235
240

224039
493629

Length)
Shleld-Spjtback
Filter---Fuel

161
REF.
NO

284
445
467
527
52B

PART
NO

DESCRIPTION

g4264-Screw-Hex,, Hd_
394019 Cartridge-Air Cleaner
493903 Knob-Air Cleaner
223167 Clamp-Fuel Pipe
393815 Impulse Lineand
Clamp Assembly

REF+
NO,

DESCRIPTION

535
272490 Element-Nr Cleaner
537 _-e271411 Gasket-Air Cleaner
601
93053 Clamp--Fue! Line
642
223579 Cover-Air Cleaner
643
223714 CartridgePlateAir Cleaner

:_ included in Gasket Set-Part No. 491856
= Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit-Part No+ 49153g.

Assembiles include all parts shown In frames+

PART
NO,

ENGINE

MODEL

402707-1235-01

FOR 43" TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

523
.I

842
267

265

209

422

229
209A

592

201

284A
525

524 C>

REE
NO.

PART
NO.

[

207

847

20i

262683

2O6
2O7

94298 Nut--Square
262337 Spring-Compression

209
209A

262441
261563

222

491282

224
227

REE
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Link-Governor

Spring-Governor
Spring-Governor

idle

Plate AssemblyGovernor Controt
94297 Screw-Pan Hd

491297

Lever Ass¥.-Govemor

Included in Gasket Set-Part

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

229
258

222289
93949

Washer
Screw-Sere

265
267

221535
93897

Clamp-Casing
Screw-Hex. Hd

284A

93469

Screw-Hex_ Hd.

414

220680

Washer

422

222875

Clamp-Oil

523

494947

Cap and DipstickOilFiller

Fillet

REE
NO.

DESCRIPTION

524 .271157 Seal-FillerTube
525
495348 Tube-Oil
Fitler
562
93853 Bolt-Gov. Lever
592
92278 Nut-Hex,.
842 *270920 Seal-Oil FillerCap
847
495715 Dipstickand Tube
Assembly_

No. 491856.

Assemblies Include all parts shown In frames.

PART
NO,

ENGINE

MODEL

402707-1235-01

FOR 43" TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

783
513

653

803
311
1003_

310
544

..... Reie;'enceNumber I

30g
Motor

Drive
Manufaclurer
........Briggs &
Sttatton
12V

31o

311

510

544

801

Thru Boll

Brush

Starter

Armature

Drive End

Assembly

Drive

Assembly

,Gro,up
.......

Assembly

803

1003

End Cap

8O2

Housing

Brush

Assembly

Spring

Csp

Assembly

Commutator

394860

490310'

Housing
Length
4-!t2"

" InctudesBrush Set
"* Includes #398003
#280104
#490467
#94288
"** Uses
#93585

399928""

94169

Ciutch Assemb_y
Gear
Retainer and Pin
Roll Pin
Screw-Hex, Hal,

" 4903ii

....... 490421 ;°''''

490309

Refo No, 513)
Ref,, No,, 783)
Ref., No, 876)
Refo No 896)
Ref No, 653)

Assemblies Include all parts shown in frames,

398892

ENGINE

MODEL

402707-1235-0'1

FOR 43" TRACTOR

MODEL

536,255870

482

468

851

334
) 332

75
168

354

353
52O

1006

363

337
_635

383
REF,
NO.
23
75
78

PART
NO.
491180

DESCRIPTION
Flywheel and Ring
Gear Assy,-Magneto

222511 Washer-Spring
94326 Screw-Sere

353

92791

Washer-Lock

635

86538

354
356

90576
398874

Nut-Hex,
Wire-Ground

726

391362

DESCRIPTION

363

19203

Screw
Nut-Hex,

383
468

89838
224521

Wrench-Spark
Screen-Flush

333
334

394891
93381

Armature GIoup
Screw-Armature

474

393474

Stator-Ntemato_"

M_g,,Sere

482

Pfug-Spark

520

Assemblies

DESCRIPTION
E_bow-Spark
Gear-Flywheel

Plug
Ring

(Includes Mounting
Parts),

93535
230674

802592

PART
NO,

PART
NO.

189
332

337

REE,
NO.

REE
NO.

Puller-Flywheel

877

393456

Terminat-lgnition
Cable
Diode and Connector

93621

(Due| Circuit)
Screw-Sem

1005

280815

Assembly
Far_FIywheel

93722

Terminal Spade

1006

224413

Retainer-Fan

P_ug
Rotating

851

221798

Include all parts shown In frames.

ENGINE

MODEL

402707-1235-01

FOR 43" TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

304

305
567

305
573

3o8.1

REF_
NO.
304
305

PART
NO..

DESCRIPTION

492656 Housing-Blower
93158 Screw-Sem

306_1

222846

Shield-Cylinder

306.2

223734

Shield-Cylinder

REE
NO,

PART
NO.

307

94386

308.1
308,2

222848
222849

DESCRIPTION

567

Screw
Cover-Air
Cover-Air

REE
NO.

Guide
Guide

S73

Assemblies Include all parts shown in frames°

PART
NO.
93777
491304

DESCRIPTION
Screw-Hex.

Head

(Back Prate to CyL)
Back Plate Assy,

TRANSAXLE
PEERLESS

TRANSAXLE

MODEL

930-045

REPAIR PARTS
FOR 43" TRACTOR

MODEL

536.255870

68
34

PEERLESS
Key

TRANSAXLE

MODEL

930-045

Part No,

Description

6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
t7
18
20
21
22
23
25

772108A
780086
770102A
77626O
776219A
778139
778136
792136
784352
784355
778229
778113A
778221
778068
778260
786139
786102
792077
792078
792079
788061
792073

26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42

792125
792035
788O4O
78OO72
780108
780001
792001
788051
780105A
780118A
790003
790007
79O21
786O26
792076A
790023A
792085

Cover, Transaxle
Bearing, Needle
Case, Transaxfe
Shaft, Counter
Shaft & Pinion Assembly, Output
Gear. Ou!put
Gear. Spur (I5 teeth)
Key
Collar, Shifter
Rod & Fork Assembly, Shift
Gear, Bevel (42 teeth)
Bevel Pinion, Input
Gear, Bevel (16 Teeth)
Gear, Bevel Pinion
Gear, Ring
Pin, Drive
Spacer
Ball, Steel (5/16_ Dia.)
Set Screw, 3t8o16 x 3/8
Spring
Ring, Seal
Screw, Flanged Hex Hd,
Thread forming, 114-20 x t-1/4
Ring, Retainer (Pkg. of 2)
Ring, Retainer
Ring, Retainer
Washer, Thrust
Washer, Thrust
Washer
"0" Ring
Seal, Square cut
Bushing, Flanged
Bushing, Flanged
Disk, Brake
Plate, Brake pad
Pad, Brake (Pkg. of 2)
Pin, Dowel
Washer, Fiat
Lever, Brake
Screw, Flanged Hex Hd,
Thread forming, 1/4-2o x 2-1/4

No,

1
2
3

FOR 43" TRACTOR
Key
No,
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
5O
51
52
53
56
57
58
59
60
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
7O
7!
72
76
77
81
82
83
9O
150

" THIS TRANSAXLE'S CAPACITY IS 24 OZ.

MODEL

536.255870

Part No.

Description

792075
79OO25
786O66
786O86
774951
774952
778183
778124A
778250
778123A
778121A
778193
778126A
778249
778127A
778129A
786071
786072
780109
776135
776315A
786116
78OO51
7861'18
788069
792074
780090
788078A
786062A
786061
786124
788067B
510334

Nut, Lock, 5t16_24
Holder, Brake pad
Spacer
Brake Lever Bracket
Axle (8-15/16" long)
Axle (13-17/32" long)
Gear, Spur (35 teeth)
Gear, Spur (30 teeth)
Gear, Spur (27 teeth)
Gear, Spur (25 teeth)
Gear, Spur (20 teeth)
Gear, Spur (15 teeth steel)
Gear, Spur (20 teeth)
Gear, Spur (23 teeth)
Gear, Spur (25 teeth)
Gear, Spur ( 30 teeth)
Countershaft Spacer
Output Shaft Spacer
Washer
Input Shaft
Shifter & Brake Shaft
Disk
Washer
Spacer
Square Cut Ring
Threaded Plug
Washer
Inverted Retaining Ring (pkg.. of 2)
Roller Chain (No..41 chain, 22 links)
Sprocket (I0 teeth)
Reverse Sprocket (14 teeth)
Grease (32 oz_.btl. Bentonite grease)
Gasket Eliminator (Loctite #515)

CRRFTSMRII
OWNER'S
MANUAL

MODEL NO.
536.255870

15.0 HP TWI CYL! DER
ALL=WHEEL STEER
43" MOWER DECK
6.-SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Eachtractor has itsown model number Each engine has itsown r:nodel
number
The Model Number for your tractor will be found on the model plate
located under the seat
The model number for your engine will be fou nd o n the blower housing
of the engine
All parts may be ordered through Sears, Roebuck and Company
Service Centers and most Retail Stores,

HOW TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR
ING INFORMATION:

PARTS, ALWAYS

PRODUCT

MODEL

NUMBER

•

ENGINE

MODEL

•

PART NUMBER

PART DESCRIPTION

GIVE THE FOLLOW-

- LAWN TRACTOR
- 536.255870
NUMBER.,

402707-1235-01

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears
has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians ,
professional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet
our pledge to you, we service what we sell,

SEARS,
327865

ROEBUCK
03/12/93

AND CO., D/817WA,

HOFFMAN

ESTATES,

IL 60179
Printed in U S A

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