Sears 917 25254 Users Manual

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MODEL 917.252540

°Assembly

°Operation

oCustomer Responsibilities

oService and Adjustments

o Repair Parts

OWNER'S MANUAL

Convertible

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

1. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow al! instructions in the manual

and on the machine before starting

-Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine.

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

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing, Stop

machine if anyone enters the area°

• Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point

it at anyone. Do not operate the mower •without either the

entire grass catcher or the guard in place.,

•Slow down before turning

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off

blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys

before dismounting.

° Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or' unclogging

chute°

° Mow only in daylight or good artificial light..

° Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs,_

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.,

• Use extra care when loading or' unloading the machine into

atrailer or truck.,

II. SLOPE OPERATION

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

tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.

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

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

DO:

. Mow up and down slopes, not across.

° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps_ Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine° Tall grass can hide obstactes_

o Use s_owspeed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have

to stop or shift while on the slope.

o Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability

o Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine,

o Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual, Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction

o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope, ff tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope,

DO NOT:

.Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible

oDo not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge

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

oDo not mow on wet grass.. Reduced traction could cause

sliding.,

.Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

ground_

oDo not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator is not alert to the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity_ Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.,

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult,

• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

° Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision,

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are

flammable and vapors are explosive

-Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running_ Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not

smoke..

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolls, tight

and keep equipment in good condition..

° Never tamper with safety devices.. Check their proper

operation regularly

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-upo

Clean oil or fuel spillage, Allow machine to coo! before

storing_

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting

•Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended pads, when nec-

essary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required..

................ Look for thi's'""symboi"to poi'nt out iT-

portant safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONt!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

.... CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug I

_wireandplacewirewhereitcannotcontact I

spark plug in order to prevent accidental I

starting when setting up, transporting, |

adjusting or making repairs. .........

& WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product con-

tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service CentedDepartment. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual.. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES'L

MODEL

NUMBER 917252540

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT°

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP tN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE°

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

UCto Contact your nearest Sears store for detaits_

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

o Read and observe the safety rules.

° Fo!low a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your tractor.

° Fotlow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual

PRODUCT SPECRFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 14.5

GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

(GAP: .040")

VALVE CLEARANCE: NOT ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st 1,1

2nd 1.4

3rd 2_0

4th 3.0

5th 4 2

6th 5..0

REVERSE: 15

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30_35 FT, LBS.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov-

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

(if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator..

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code)_

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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LiMiTED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according

to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any pads found to be defective in material

or workmanship,

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, elc

• 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 instructions contained in the owner's manual

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any batter,] included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or

workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge.

IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30

DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER.. AFTER 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIP-

MENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER_ (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE

AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.) THiS WARRANTY

APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS 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.

HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA,, ,

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19

WARRANTY .................................................................. 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................. 4

INDEX ............................................................................ 4

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......................................... 5

ASSEMBLY ............................................................... 7-9

OPERATION .......................................................... 10-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-25

STORAG E................................................................... 26

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 27-28

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................ 30-47

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 48-53

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .................. BACK PAGE

INDEX

Accessories ...............................................................5

Adjustments:

Brake ..............................................................22

Carburetor ....................................................25

Mower:

Front-To-Back ..............................21

Side-To-Side ......................................2!

Throttle Control Cable ........................24

Air Filter, Engine ..............................................18

Air Screen, Engine ..........................................18

Assembly .......................................................7-9

Battery:

Charging ......................................................7

Cleaning .....................................................17

Starting with Weak Batten,/ ............23

Storage ..................................................26

Terminals ............................................17

Belts:

Motion Drive

Removal/Replacement ...............22

Mower Blade Drive

Removal/Replacement ...............22

Blade:

Sharpening ............................................t6

Replacement .......................................16

Brake Adjustment ........................................22

Carburetor Adjustment .................................25

Controls, Tractor, .......................................11

Customer Responsibilities ..................15-19

Engine:

Air Filter ..........................................18

Air Screen, Engine .........................18

Battery ..............................................17

Cooling Fins, Engine ....................18

Engine Oil..............................................17

Fuel Filter,..........................................19

Spark Plugs ......................................19

Tractor:

Blades .................................................16

Lubrication Chad ..............................15

Maintenance Schedule ................15

Tire Care ...................................8,16,23

Cutting Height, Mower .................................12

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays .........................24

Schematic ........................................29

Wiring Diagram .....................................30

Engine:

Air Filter ........................................................18

Air Screen ............................................18

Cooling Fins, Engine ...........................18

Oil Change .............................................17

Oil Level ..........................................13,17

Oit Type ................................................17

Preparation .............................................13

Repair Parts ........................................48-53

Stading ................................................14

Storage ................................................26

Fitters:

Air.........................................................18

Fuel ...............................................................19

Fuel:

Type ...............................................................t3

Storage .....................................................26

Fuse ..............................................................24

Gauge Wheels ........................................8-9

Hood Removalttnstallation ....................24

Leveling Mower Deck ..................................21

Lubrication Chad .............................................15

Maintenance Schedule ...............................15

Mower:

Adjustment, Front4o-Back ..............21

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ...............2t

Blade Sharpening ..................................16

Blade Replacement ............................16

Cutting Height .....................................12

Installation ..............................................20

Operation ................................................13

Removal .................................................20

Mowing Tips ....................................................14

Muffler ..........................................................i9

Spark Arrestor ..............................3,40

Mulcher Plate .............................................10

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ....... 13,17

Engine ...........................................................17

Storage ............................................................26

Operation .................................................10-14

Operating Mower ..............................................13

Options:

Accessories .................................................5

Spark Arrestor, ............................. 3,40

Parking Brake .............................................11-12

Parts Bag ..............................................................6

Parts, Replacement/Repair ..............30-47

Product Specifications .................................3

Repair Pads ..........................................30-47

Safety Rules ...............................................2

Seat ..................................................................................8

Service and Adjustments .....................20-25

Brake ..........................................................22

Carburetor ...............................................25

Fuse ................................................................24

Hood Removal/Installation ...............24

Motion Ddve Belt

Removal/Replacement ...................22

Mower Blade Drive Belt

Remova!/Replacement ..............22

Mower Adjustment:

Front-to-Back ................................21

Side-to-Side ....................................21

Mower Installation ..............................20

Mower Removal .......................................20

Tire Care ........................................8,16,23

Slope Guide Sheet ....................................55

Spark Plugs ..........................................................19

Specifications ......................................................3

Starling the Engine ...............................13-14

Steering Wheel .....................................7,23

Stopping the Tractor ...................................t2

Storage ..............................................................26

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment .......24

Tires .........................................................8,16,23

Trouble Shooting Chad .......................27-28

Transaxle Repair Pads .....................46-47

Warranty .............:..................................................3

Wiring Diagram ............................................30

Wiring Schematic .......................................29

ACCESSORIES A ATTACH ENTS

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These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased_

Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor,

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGtNE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor_ 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 fit your modet. Contact your nearest Sears store for the

accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching°

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Ta-

pered 25-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs

puncture holes in soi_ at close intervals to let moisture soak in.

Steel weight tray for increased penetration

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a

healthier, neater looking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold

30-gallon plastic bags.

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage

CARTS make hauling easy Variety of sizes available, plus

accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover,

protective mat and dolly.

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois-

ture and nutrients to reach grass roots, 36-inch swath 24

hardened steel coring tips 150 lb. capacity weight tray.

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster,

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain..

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at once,

such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers,

carts or other heavy attachments),

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain, For mower decks not so

equipped.

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring tine

teeth. Useful topreparebareareasforseeding. Availableforfront

or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION

SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and

tosses thatch into large hopper. Mounts behind tractor.

MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets you

mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without

changing blades.. For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convertible

mowers° See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this

manual,

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a

pickup truck_ Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber..

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18*inch

diameterwater-tight drum holds upto 390 lbs.of weight. Rounded

edges prevent harm to turf,. Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum

SNOW BLADE for snow removal only. 14-inch high, 48-inch wide

blade clears42-inch path when angled felt or right. Raises, lowers

with side lever Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper

bar.. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar

weight.)

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath. Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wet/heavy snow., Mounts easily with simple pin

arrangement° Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat.. 6-inch

diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet Lift controlled at

tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and!or rear

drawbar weight..)

SPRAYERS use 12-voft DC electric motor that connects to the

tractor battery or other 12-volt source. Includes booms for

automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying.. Wand

has adjustable spray pattern For applying herbicides, insecti-

cides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers,

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill-

ing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-

icers and sand.

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves,

TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,

cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own built-in

tift 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! Optional accessories convert unit for

dethatching, aerating, hilling.., _without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree

visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm

and dry, Remove vinyl sides and windshierds for use as sun

protector in summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/

tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;

12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves.

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach

places. VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications

Uses (1) 55 lb. weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy materials

CONTENTS

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OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

O (2) Sheet

Metal

Screws

#10-16 x 1/42

(1) Large Flat Washer

(!) Shoulder Bolt 5t16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1

(1) Lock Washer 1/2

(!) Washer" 17/32 x 1-3116 x 12 Gauge

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10

O(2) Weld Nuts #10 i

ashers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge _"

(2) Hex Bolts 114-20 x 314

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

[2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

(2) Lock Washers !/4

Parts packed separately in carton

Steering

Wheel

Manual

Video

Cassette

Steering

Boot

Il t

Parts Bag

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Parts bag contents not shown full size

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(2) Shoulder

Bolts

Steering Wheel

Adapter

_ok

Assemblys

(2) Washers 3/8

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Gauge _ (2) Center-

lock Nuts

(_ Steedng

Bushing

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

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Steering

Wheel

Insert

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.

To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness°

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.. Standard

wrench sizes are listed_

(1) 5/16" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(1) 1/2" wrench

(1) 9/16" wrench

(1) 3/4" Socket w/drive rachet

Phillips Screwdriver

Tire pressure gauge

Utility knife

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACKCARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels flat..

°Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove,

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKaD

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig, 1)

o Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft°

° Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash

line up with steering bushing, Install two (2) sheet

metal screws and tighten securely°

• Position steering boot over steering shaft

.Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and

push down to secure.

° Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper stee ring shaft.

-Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward°

o Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto adapter_

= Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24 iocknut and

tighten securely.

°Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel.

= Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill..

IMPORTANT:CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKiD THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

tS TO ROLL OFF SKiD

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Fig. 8)

Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position°

° Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal

o Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

° Roll tractor backwards off skid,,

• Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor,

STEERING

_WHEEL INSERT

.... 3t8-24 LOCKNUT

_ LARGE FLAT

WASHER

STEERING

)_ WHEEL

STEERING

IBUSHING SCREW

TABS

STEERING _ A

,oo

STEERING _ //

SHAFT _TAB

HOLE

POSITION)

STEERING

SHAFT

(SHIPPING

POSITION)

FIG. 1

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2and 3)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termio

_nals. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etco

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

• Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat

pan to raised position,.

° Open battery box door.

o Remove terminal protective caps and discard.

o If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

°First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal

with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as

shown° Tighten securely..

° Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi-

nal with remaining hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer

and hex nut° Tighten securely.

° Close battery box door

Openbatteryboxdoorfor:

ASSEMBLY

Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware),,

Inspection for corrosion_

Testing battery,

Jumping (if required)_

Periodic charging ,.

POSITIVE

(RED) CABLE

DISCARD

TERMINAL

PROTECTIVE

CAPS

_, HEX

NUT

LOCK

WASHER

FLAT

WASHER

VENT

HOLE

(KEEP

CLEAN) BOLT

NEGATIVE

(BLACK) CABLE

FIG. 2

SEA"['

PAN

BATTERY

BOXDOOR

FIG, 3

SEAT PAN

SEAT

LOCK WASHER

ADJUSTMENT LARGE FLAT WASHER

BOLT

FIG. 4

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes, Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance,.

o Reduce tire pressure to PS! shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

Forbest cutting results, mower housing should be propedy

leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual_ Verify that the belts are routed

correctty._

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see

that the brake is properly adjusted1. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

rnanuat.

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.,

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan..

oPlace seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt,

•Assemble adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer

loosely, Do not tighten°

•Tighten shoulder bolt securely,

°Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat°

o Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way

down°

° Get off seat without moving its adjusted position..

o Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig. 5)

Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a fiat level surface,

o Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD-

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation

section of this manual),,

° With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the

ground, Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with

shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer and 3/8-I6 Iocknut and

tighten securefy,

° Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

ASSE LY

GAUGE WHEEL

MOUNTING

BRACKET

318-16.-_'_

LOCKNUT

318" WASHER

GAUGE WHEEL

_,,/.SHOULDER BOLT

FIG, 5

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(See Figs, 6 and 7 )

oinstall two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,

washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown..

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting

weld nut from the top with hook pointing down_

• Tighten hardware securely..

. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

° Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck

opening and slide into place, as shown_

. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

° Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck°

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold

guard when attaching mulcher plate

and allow it to rest on plate while in

operation.

WELD NUT FROM THE TOP HOOK POINTS DOWN

LOCK

WELD WASHER

NUT ,.\\\\ SCREW

t.ATCH _

LATCH

HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK

WASHER

_SCREW

FIG. 6

WELD

NUT

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

FIG. 7

LATCH

HOOKS

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory.

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ Al! assembly instructions have been completed..

v" No remaining loose parts in carton°

v" Batteryis property prepared and charged (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

,/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

v" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-sidel

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling)

,/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers,

,/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped_

WHILELEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A 7TENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

¢' Engine oil is at proper level..

¢" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

¢" Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

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OPERATmON

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR SLOW

WARNING

ENGfNE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHTS OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST

d)-

OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON

FUEL UNLOCKED

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE

LOCK LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

OPERATION

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Comparethe illustrations withyourtractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments, Save

this manual for future reference°

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL

CLUTCHIBRAKE

PEDAL

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

AMMETER

I\1

IGNITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER

SWITCH /

ATTACHMENT

LEVER

PARKING BRAKE

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

FIG. 8

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCFt LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor_

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and

controlling engine speed°

CLUTCHtBRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak-

ing the tractor and starting the engine°

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position°

GEARSHIFT L.EVER: Selects the speed and direction o_

tractor, i

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the

mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor,

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position,,

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

HEIGHTADJUSTMENT KNOB; Used to adjust the mower

cutting height.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

OPERAT OIN

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can

result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your

tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend awide vision safety mask

over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9)

Your tractoris equipped with an operator presence sensing

switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

°Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hotd_

Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal.. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position.. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

THROTTLE/

CHOKE

CONTROL

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

"BRAKE"

POSITION

PARKING BRAKE

!'ENGAGED" POSITION

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL

"DRIVE" POSITION

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

FIG. 9

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

MOWER BLADES -

° Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sitiono

GROUND DRIVE -

o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

= Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow (_,) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (°_,)

position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire".

° Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

= Never use choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass area&

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE T!tROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

Always operate engine at full throttle

o Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate..

= Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig, 9)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever.

o Start tractor wit'h clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.,

. Move gearshift and range shift levers to desired posi-

tion.

o Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movemenL

IMPORTANT; BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 9)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction..

o Turn knob clockwise (f'-_) to raise cutting height.

° Turn knob counterclockwise (_p-_) to lower'cutting

height,

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4L The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running., These heights are approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mew often and after moderate growth,

=For best cutting performance, .grass over6 inches in

height should be mewed twice., Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired heighL

OPEF AT ON

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-

ing switch.. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat

with the engine runnJngand the attachment clutch engaged

will shut off the engine°

• Select desired height of cut

Lower mower with attachment lift control

oStart mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control°

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CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" POSITION "ENGAGED"

POSITION ATTACHMENT

HIGH POSITION

FIG, 10

DISCHARGE

GUARD

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15°and

do not drive across any slope.

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills,

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

o If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

° If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake°

Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movemenL

To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

Make all turns slowly,.

TO TRANSPORT

o Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control..

= When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift

lever is in neutral (N) position,.

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

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

you rtractor on atruck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor, Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc,),

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig, 17)

•The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

° Check engine oil with tractor on level ground

• Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off.,

Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on

the tube.. Do not thread the cap onto the tube, Remove

and read oi{ level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL"

mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.,

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)°

• To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank, Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon

and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life)_

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 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 ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage_ To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

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

empty, Use fresh fuel next season_ See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information,, Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.,

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck, Do not overfill, Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame,

,,11 ill 11 =

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9)

When starting engine for' the first time or if engine has run

out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine..

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

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

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

o Move throttle control lever to choke ( t",l ) position for

cold engine start_ For warm engine start, move throttle

control to fast (,_) position_

o Insert key into ignitionand turn keyctockwise to"START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen

seconds per minute.. If engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,_)

position, wait a few minutes and try again..

° When engine starts, move throttle control to desired

position,

° Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before

engaging drive or attachments,,

NOTE: if at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See

"TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual..

MOWING TiPS

Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

is attached to tractor'.

° Mower-should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance. See '%0 LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual..

° The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

machine° This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

° When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

fences, driveways, etc_ After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left hand turns until

finished (See Fig° 11 )o

• tf grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps° Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to

assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of materiat_ Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a tow enough gear to give the mower cutting

performance as weil as the quality of cut desired.

A ON

° When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

FIG. 11

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH CLEAN AFTER EACH USE..

The special mulching blade will recur the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they wil! disperse into the grass

and not be noticed.. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recutting action of the

blades..

= Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends

to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action

The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon..

At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area

will not be exposed to the direct sun.

° For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that

the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass

blades (See Fig. 12). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut and mow slowly..

° Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire that an area be mulched a second time to com-

pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

° Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west the

next week° This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

FIG, 12

MAX 1t3

CUSTO RESPON ILITIES

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FILL IN DATES

REGULARSERVICE....., /__ft'_E RVI CE DATE S i

Check BrakeOperation 6/ 6/

CheckTire Pressure 6/446##'

TCheck for LooseFasteners 6/ 6/#476/

R sharpeniReplace MowerBlades ..................... 6f4 ...........

LubricationChart .............. _ (If * '

C......

T CheckBatteryLeve!iRiecharge .....i'ii"............... _ ..... "

0Clean BatteryandTerminals $#*' 6/

aCheckTransaxteCooling 6#4

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension _'s

Ad!us!MotionDriveB_e[!(s)Tension ...... _5. '

Check EngineOil Level 6/ 6/ ......

_ChangeEngineOil ., 6/ .................._t,2,3

E ,,,.CleanAir F!!ter.......... 6/'2

NCleanAir Screen 6/2

iG InspectMuffledSparkArrester 6/

Repiacielllio" Filter (1, equipped)' ' 1 r .............. , : ' _.2

CleanEnginecooling Fins .................. _#'2 "

E..... .............

Replace Spark Plug ........................ 644 =6/ I ............

ReplaceAir Filler PaperCartridge $/'2

ReplaceFuelFilter 6/

1 * Change mere ollen when operating under a heavy load or in htgh ambient lempe_atu[es

2 - Service mere olten when opefaltng in dirty or dusly cendtlions

3-I! equipped with elf Iitler, change oil every 50 hours

4 - Replace blades more ellen when mowing In sandy soi!

I - I! equipped wilh adiustable system

0 - Not required if equipped wilh mainlenance4ree baiter.i

7 - Tighlen Iron[ axle pivot bolt to 35 f{ -Ibs maximum

Do net ovedighlen

GENERAL RECOMMEN DATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence., To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual,

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor°

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear,, A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

and last longer°

BEFORE EACH USE

° Check engine oil level,,

• Check brake operation°

° Check tire pressure,,

• Check for loose fasteners,,

LUBRICATION CHART

(_SPINDLE ZERK_ .[_- SPINDLE ZERK (_)

@FRONT WHEEL=====================================FRONT WHEEL (_)

BEARING ZERK _ '1| f_ BEARING ZERK

CLUTCH

PIVOT(S)

GEARSHIFT (_)

PIVOTS

(_) SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

(_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_) REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRI.

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DiRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-

15 DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted..

(See 'q'o ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this rnanua0.

TIRES

o Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual)

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber'.,

o Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower' blades must be kept sharp Re-

place bent or damaged blades,.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades..

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer secu ring

blade.,

o install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

o Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

° Tighten bolt securely (30-35 FL Lbs_ torque),,

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

TRAILING EDGE

FLAT WASHER _, !

HEX BOLT

(GRADE

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 13

ESPONS JLITtES

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced° An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.,

o The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

° To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer_ (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

°Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position. If either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.,

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not°

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT

OR PIN

BLADE

FIG. 14

BATTERY

Your tractor' has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use., However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

° Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

o Keep small vent holes open (See "CONNECT BAT-

TERY" in the Assembly section of this manual),

° Recharge at 6 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power,.

, Open battery box door,

°Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

°Wash battery with solution of four' tablespoons of

baking soda to one gallon of water,. Be careful not to get

the soda solution into the cells,.

°Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

o Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until brighL

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly,.

° Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual)_

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of

operation and replace if necessary_ The belts are not

adjustable° Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear_, o

TRANSAXLE COOLING °

Keep transaxle free from build_up of dirt and chaff which °

can restrict cooling. °

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature°

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

-20" 04 30" 32 =' 40" 60 _ 60 ° !00 °

°C 0"

.... .30°-20° -10°,,,,!0_ ....................20= 30' 4 o

TE,MPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10VV30 etc.,)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

wilt result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil,

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of operation_ Tighten oil fill

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig_ 15)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change

All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG,

Be sure tractor is on level surface

Oil will drain more freely when warm,

Catch oi! in a suitable container,,

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick, Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil,,

Remove drain plugo

After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual.

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level.

Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking

reading., Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten

cap onto the tube securely when finished.

AIR CLEANER KNOB

COVER NUT

FOAM

PRE-CLEANER

AIR

SCREEN

PAPER CARTRIDGE

CLEANER

BASE

:ILL

CAP/DIPSTICK

DRAIN

PLUG

FIG. 15

ESPO ILITIES

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 15)

Your engine wilt not run properly using a dirty air filter,.

Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera-

tion or every season. Service paper' cartridge every 100

hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air' cleaner more often under dusty conditions..

•Remove knob and cover_

• Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

°Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water_

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

°Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Gently tap the flat side of the paper cartridge to dis-

lodge dirt. Do not wash the paper cartridge or use

pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge.

Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

o Reinstall the pre-cteaner (cleaned and oiled) over the

paper cartridge..

oReassemble air' cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten

knob securely.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,

cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely

dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and

other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled,.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,

dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re-

moved will cause engine damage due to overheating.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or' after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent

engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

fibers..

ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil

change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one

year°

oDrain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE

ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through

step remove drain plug).

• Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter°

° Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber

gasket on replacement oil filter°

° Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter° Turn oil

filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter

adapter, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn_

° Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE EN-

GINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approxi-

mate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 3 of this manual°

• Start the engine and check for oil leaks, Correct any

teaks before placing engine into full operation.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required°

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow

pointing towards carburetor,.

°Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned.

= Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline°

CLAMP CLAMP

FUEL

FILTER

FIG. 17

CLEANmNG

oClean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc_ of all foreign

matter°

° Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

o Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out, Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

FIG. 16

i!,:

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION:

BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position,

Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with

plug,

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18)

Mower wi!lbe easier to remove from the right side of tractor.

o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

o Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its

lowest position

° Roll belt off engine pulley

o Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing

retainer spring

• Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by

removing retainer spring_

, Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer springs,

° Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer

springs_

° Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower

out from under tractor,

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, THE

R.H. AND L,H, SUSPENSION ARMS MUST BE REMOVED

FROM TRACTOR

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 18)

° Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position,

° Slide mower under tractorwith discharge guardto right

side of tractor

o Lower iiftlever to its lowest position,

° install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR RETAINER

SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

FIG. 18

LEVER

]ETAINER

SPRING

SERVmCE AN ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE,, IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

SIDE.,

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/4" to

3/4" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest

position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

tance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom

edge of mower housing as shown,

o• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length, Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8",

°• If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same

length as other link.

. To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front

links an equal number of turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front than

rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front

links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on

both front links,, Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turn&,

•When distance "D" is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut"F" against trunnion on both front links,,

• Recheck side4o-side adjustment°

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway° Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

Iftires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower°

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)

° Raise mower to its highest position.

° At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height

from bottom edge of mower to ground,, Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"

of each other°

If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only,,

To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment

nut on that side,

° To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment

nut on that side°

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower

height about 1/8".

°Recheck measurements after adjusting

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO

GROUND GROUND

GROUND LINE A

FIG. 19

SUSPENSION

ARM

LIFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 20

:>, % ",, _ _ ,,_ MANDREL

\\ '-,r'

FIG. 21

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL 1N LENGTH

NUI "E"

NUT "F"

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

21 FIG. 22

SERVHCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 23)

The mower'blade drive belt may be replaced without tools,.

Park the tractor on level su_ace,_ Engage parking brake._

BELT REMOVAL-

• Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual),

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

= Pull belt away from mower,,

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

. Make su re belt is in all pulley grooves and inside a!l belt

guides°

. install mower in reverse order of removal instructions

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

FIG. 24

MANDREL IDLER

PULLEY PULLEYS

MANDREL

PULLEY

FIG. 23

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle_

tf tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear-, then brake must be adjusted.

° Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

. Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod,,

If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn

nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2",, Retighten jam

nut against nut "A",

Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further

maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center/department_

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 25)

Park the tractor on levei surface,, Engage parking brake,,

For' assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

o Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manuaL)

° Remove upper belt keeper,.

= Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler,

o Pull heft slack toward rear of tractor, Remove belt

upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep-

ers,,

o Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards

from around engine pu]ley_

°instatt new belt by reversing above procedure.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS.

ENG

PULLEY

CLUTCHING

IDLER

LOCATOR

TABS

UPPER BELT

KEEPER

IDLER

TRANSAXLE

PULLEY

22 FIG. 25

ERVmCEAN ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on

your tractor, if damage has occurred to affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department,,

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 26)

•Block up axle secure{y,

° Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BATTERY

See Fig. 27)

_u=_,,, _

CAUTION; Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If 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 EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM, DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES_

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not Iose)_

•Repair tire and reassemble°

°On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub

and axle. Insert square key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

_"SQUARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 26

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

o Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short

against chassis,

= Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery_

° Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

= BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery.

° RED cabte last from both batteries,

POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

CHASSIS

CABLES

CHARGED

BATTERY

POSITIVE NEGATIVE

TERMINAL TERMINAL

FIG. 27

SERVUCE AND ADJ STMENTS

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

, Raise hood.

= Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill.

= Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill

, CIosehood_

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor' to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

= Check wiring_ See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section of this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type pfug-in fuse. The

fuse holder' is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 28)

• Raise hood..

oUnsnap headlight wire connector_

= Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor..

• To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 28

• _l..... ii,i ,i i, i,l,,i ,, i....

SERVmCE

ENGINE

AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 29)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary.. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle control Iever

from slow (,_) to choke (1\1) position.. Slowly move

lever from choke (1\1)to fast (,_) position.

oCheck to see if hole in throttle lever and hole in speed

control bracket are aligned°

•If holes are not aligned, loosen cable clamp screw and

align the holes by inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit

through both holes,.

•Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable

clamp screw_ Remove alignment pencil or drill bit..

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 30)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary_ However, minor adjust-

ment may be required to compensate fordifferences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or toad. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise)

decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner

fuel/air mixture° Turning the adjusting needles out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuet to the engine giving

a richer fueVair mixture,.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF NEEDLE IS

TURNED tN TOO TIGHT

PRELIMINARY SE'I-[ING -

•Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle

control cable is adjusted properly (see above).

.With engine off turn idte fuel adjusting needle in (clock-

wise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counter-

clockwise) 1 turn.

FINAL SETTING -

°Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make

final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

° Idle speed setting - With throttle control lever in slow

(,€_) position, engine should idle at 1750 RPM. If

engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is attained.

°Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in

slow (.¢_) position, turn idle fuel adjusting needle in

(clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out

(counterclockwise) approximately 1/8 to 1/4 turn to

obtain best low speed performance..

o Recheck idle speed.. Readjust if necessary,

ACCELERATION TEST -

°Move throttle control lever from slow (-€_) to fast ('_s,)

position, If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel

adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Re-

peat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly_

High speed stop is factory adjusted° Do not adjust -

damage may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED° OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS

CABLE

CLAMP

SCREW

SPEED

BRACKET

FIG. 29

THROTFLE

LEVER

IDLE SPEED

ADJUSTING

SCREW

IDLE FUEL

ADJUSTING

NEEDLE

FIG. 30

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your' tractor for storage at the end of

the season or if the tractor' will not be used for 30 days or

more,

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark, Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage.. When

mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor-

oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.. Store in a

clean, dry area.

o Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual)°

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).,

o Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.,

. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened.. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear., Replace if necessary._

= Touch up atl rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

tightly before painting..

BATTERY

•Fut]y charge the battery for storage_

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

recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual)_

° After' cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come incontact with battery

terminal&

° Be sure battery drain tube is securely attache&

• If battery asrernoved from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces..

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

Drain the fuel tank..

Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty.,

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container., Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after' adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer_

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

oRemove spark plug(s)..

° Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder(s).

• Turn ignition key to "START" position for afew seconds

to distribute oil..

Replace with new spark plug(s),

OTHER

o Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

o Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rusL

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problem&

° If possible, store your' tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt.,

• Covetyour tractor with a suitable 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.

TROUBLESHOOTmNG POINTS

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PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but wil! not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

CAUSE

t Out of fuel.

2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly

3 Engine flooded.

4, Bad spark plug

5, Dirty air filter.

& Dirty fuel filter.

7Wafer in fuel

8. Loose or damaged wiring

9. Carburetor out of adjustment

i 0, Engine valves out of adjustment

1 Dirty air filter

2 Bad spark plug,

3 Weak or dead battery

4, Dirty fuel filter

5. Stale ordirty fuel

6 Loose or damaged wiring

7. Carburetor out of adjustment

8 Engine valves out of adjustmenL

1 Clutch/brake pedal not depressed

2. Attachment clutch is engaged

3, Weak or dead battery

4 Blown fuse

5, Corroded battery terminals

6, Loose or damaged widng

7,. Faulty ignition switch

8, Faulty solenoid or starter

9 Faulty operator presence switch(as),

1. Weak or dead battery,

2 Corroded battery terminals,

3, Loose or damaged wiring

4 Faulty solenoid or starter,

1 Cutting too much grass/too fast,

2, Throttle in"CHOKE" position.

3 Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower,

4, Dirty air fitter_

5. Low oil leveVdirty oif,

6 Fabtlty spark plug

7 Dirty fuel fi{ter

8 Stale or dirty fueI

9 Water in fuel

t0 Spark plug wire loose

tl Dirty engine air screentfins

12. Dirty/clogged muffler,

I3 Loose or damaged wiring

14 Carburetor out of adjustment

15, Engine valves oLit of adjustment,

1, Worn, bent or {oose blade

2. Bent blade mandrel

3, Loose/damaged part(s)

CORRECTION

1 Fill fuel tank

2 See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section,

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start

4, Replace spark p}ug,

5Clean/replace air filter

6, Replace fuel filter

7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter,.

8 Check at{ wiring,,

9, Contact an authorized serv{ce facility

10, Contact an authorized service facility,

t Clean/replace air fitter

2 Replace spark plug

3 Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fuel filter

5, Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

6 Check allwiring

7, Contact an authorized service facil{ty,

8 Contact an authorized service facility,

i i .i..it .luJnlLiLi/ iii i i

1 Depress clutch/brake pedal

2, Disengage attachment clutch,

3 Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fuse

5 Clean battery terminals

6, Check all wiring

7. Check/replace ignition switch

8. Check/replace sofenoid or starter

9 Contact an authorized service facility

1 Recharge or replace battery,

2, Clean battery terminals

3, Check a_lwiring

4 Check!replace solenoidor starter,

1 Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed,

2, Adjust throttle control

3, Clean underside of mower housing,

4 Clean/replace air filter

5 Check oil level/change oil

6 Clean and regap orchange spark plug

7 Replace fuel filter

8, Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

9 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace tuel filter,

t0 Connect and tighten spark plug wire

11. C{ean engine air screen/fins

12 Clean/replace mufl{er

13 Check all wiring

14 Contact an authorized service facility,

15, Contact an authorized service facility.

1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt

2 Replace blade mandre_

3. Tighten loose part(s) Replace damaged parts,

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

wit

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

TROUBLESHOO NG POINTS

CAUSE

1.. Faulty operator-safety presence control system

1. Worn, bent or loose blade..

2 Mower deck notlevel.

3 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower

4 Bent blade mandrel

5.. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1 Obstruction in clutch mechanism

2 Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

CORRECTION

1 Check wiring, switches and connections, If not

corrected, contact an authorized service facility

1 Repiace blade. Tighlen blade bolt.

2 Level mower deck

3 Clean underside of mower' housing

4 Replace blade mandrel

5 Clean around mandrels to open vent hoies

t Remove obstruction

2 Replace mower drive bait

3. Frozen idler pulley

4 Frozen blade mandre!

!., Engine speed too slow

2 Travel speed too fast

3 Wet grass,

4. Mower deck not level

5, Lowtuneven tire air pressure

6 Worn, bent orloose blade

3 Replace idler pulley.

4 Replace blade mandrel

1 Place throttle controf in "FAST" position.

2 Shift to slower speed.

3 Allow grass todry before mowing..

4 Level mower deck

5 Check tires for proper air pressure.

6 Replace/sharpen blade.. Tighten blade bolt.

7.. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower

8 Mower drive beltworn..

9 Btades improperly installed

10 Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

ww ...........

t Switch is "OFF"

2 Bulb(s) burned out..

3 Faulty light switch..

4. Loose or damaged wiring

5. Blown fuse

1 Bad battery cell(s)

2. Poor cable connections

3.. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1,. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine

7 Clean underside of mower housing,

8 Replace mower drive bett

9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down

10 Replace with blades listed in this manual,

1t Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

Turn swilch "ON".

Replace bulb(s).

Check/replace light switch..

Check wiring and connections

Replace fuse.

Replace battery

Check/clean all connections

Replace regulator

Replace alternator

1. Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and attow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

SCHEMATIC

RED ©m

11o

_ATTERY

8LACK

AMMETER

RED

FUSE 30 AMP.

r .......

I t- 1

WHITE

t IGNITION SWITCH

la-@ , 0 Ii f

' ! C_--

CLUTCH /BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

t I

}

SOLENOID

WH1TE

STARTER

BLACK

RED

SEAT SWITCH

I _1

AFTER FIRE SOLENOID

I - I

WHITE T'--_

IiI

I L I

_AiLr_-EN'r CUJTOH "]

L (CLUTCH OFF) J

BLACK

(_ IGNITIONUNIT

(NOT OCCUPIED)

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

SPARK

PLUG

28 VOLTS AC MiN. @ 3600 RPM

(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

RED

SLIGHTING SYSTEM

NOTE OUTPUT DIODE i ALTERNATOR

5 AMP AC @ 3600 R.PM_.F-__

YOUR TRACTOR 1S ,_

M B \/

EQUIPPED WITH ASPECIAL !_ ,4VOLTSACM,N_3600RPM(LtGHTSOF_')

[ICCt3 EECZ] ALTERNATOR SYSTEM IQ

L[zzzz] THE LIGHTS ARE NOT !_ HEADLIGHTS

CONNECTED TO THE I _....... _

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR _ __

OWNELECTRICALSOURCE,;____ _'i v T _J T -

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE 14E-ADLK_T !_ 1

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS SWtT_,.:I L----{O O)-J

IGNITION SWITCH

........ WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE (OFF)

POSITION CIRCUIT SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

............... ......................................... :: WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

OFF M + G SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

ON " '""' ...................B'+'"'L _ " WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED /-_

.... START B + S + L CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

......... SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

NON-REMOVABLE _ REMOVABLE SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING°

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

ELECTRICAL

36 35

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I I

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO° DESCRIPTION

1 144926 Battery 12 Volt 30 Amp

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

3 STD551025 Washer

4 STD551125 Washer

6 STD541025 Nut

7 109238X Tube, Plastic, 12"

8 144940 Case, Battery

9 109596X Clamp, Hose

15 144935 Screw Cap Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 1

16 145355 Nut Nylon 3/8-16

19 STD55t125 Washer, Lock

20 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC

21 136850 Harness, Light Socket

(Includes Key # 33)

22 4152J Bulb, Light

24 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"

25 146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/

16 Wit

26 !08824X Fuse, 30 Amp

28 4207J Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12"

29 121305X Switch, Plunger

30 144921 Switch, ignition

31 140400 Nut, Ignition

32 141226 Cover, Key Switch

33 't40403 Key, Ignition

34 110712X Switch, Light

35 108236X Bracket, Clutch Switch

36 STD601005 Screw

38 140336 Bracket, Interlock Switch

39 109553X Switch, Interlock, Clutch, 4 Terminal

40 146057 Harness, Ignition

41 71110412 Bolt, Hex Head, Finn 1/4-20 x 3/4

42 131563 Cover, Terminal, Red

43 145673 Solenoid

44 73800400 Nut LockW/Insert 1/4-20 UNC

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

49 11151000 Washer Lock internal Tooth 5/8

70 142621 Harness Engine LTPL Koh Cmd_L

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

33 10

26 25 I

5 21 18

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 145501 Chassis Assembly

2 140356 Drawbar

3 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4

4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

5 146077 Bumper Snap-In

6 145206 Saddle

7 126842X Shield Ht Hood Kohl/Dia Engine

8 126471X Clip Insulator .406 Mtg Hole

9 146760X011 Dash

10 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4

11 135464 Panel, Dash, L_H_

•13 126276X Panel, Dash, R.H..

14 17490608 ScrewThdrot 3/8-16 x 1/2

15 74180512 Screw, Machine, Truss Head

5/16-18 UNC x 3/4

16 STD541431 Nut

17 131445X459 Hood Assembly

18 126938X Bumper, Hood

19 17521312 Screw, Slid. Hex Hd_ w/PI Washer

21 122933X Rivet, Ratchet, Nylon

22 124479X Washer, Nylon ,28 x .75 x ..19

24 STD523710 Bolt

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/t6 x 12 Gauge

26 STD541437 Nut

27 17030814 Screw Spiderlock Hex Hd #8-7/8

28 140137 Grill

29 124029X Lens, Headlight Bar, Clear

30 147310X459 Fender

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support

33 145244X459 Footrest, L..H_

34 145243X459 Footrest, R.H..

35 STD533707 Bolt

38 139886 Pivot Bracket Assembly, L.H..

39 139887 Pivot Bracket Assembly, R_H.

40 139977 Spacer Fender Raised LT

100 105037X Strip Foam 18"

-- 5479J Plug, Button

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.So inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

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662

35 36 34 37

REPAIR

DRIVE

PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 145602

2 146682

3 123666X

4 12000028

5 121520X

6 17490512

8 141003

10 76020416

11 105701X

!3 74550412

14 STD551125

15 74780544

19 STD541437

21 106933X

22 130804

24 STD541237

25 106888X

26 STD551037

27 STD5612!0

28 145204

29 124236X

30 130807

31 127275X

32 STD523107

34 !22424X

35 t20183X

36 STD551062

37 STD571810

38 123674X

39 STD523727

40 4470J

41 109070X

42 19131312

44 105706X

45 110812X

46 12000039

47 127783

48 123789X

49 t23205X

50 STD523715

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Transaxle, Peerless, 6 Speed, 51 STD541437

Model Number 930-057 52 STD541431

Spring, Return, Brake 53 105710X

Pulley, Transaxle 55 105709X

Ring, Retainer 56 STD523712

Strap, Torque 57 130801

Screw, Thd., RoE 5/16-18 x 3/4 58 127274X

Lever, Shift 59 140312

Pin, Cotter 61 17490612

Washer, Shift Plate 62 8883R

Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Grade 8 63 140186

Washer 64 M747810100

Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 2_3/4 65 STD551143

Nut 66 129921

Knob 70 134683

Rod, Brake 72 19132012

Nut 74 !37057

Spring, Brake Rod 75 !21749X

Washer 76 STD581075

Pin 77 123583X

Rod, Parking Brake 78 121748X

Cap, Parking Brake, Red 79 2228M

Bracket, Transaxle 80 145090

Keeper, Belt, L_H. 81 145092

Bolt 82 123782X

Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 83 19171216

Bearing, Nylon 84 145643

Washer 85 73530400

Roll Pin 86 71208

Pulley, Idler, Flat 87 19212016

Bolt 88 12000008

Spacer, Split .395 x °59 89 139964

Keeper, Belt, Retainer 90 124346X

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 96 4497H

Bearing, Nylon !00 19111216

Washer, Hardened 1t0 74760612

Ring, Klip 112 19091210

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 113 t27285X

Betlcrank Assembly

Retainer, Belt

Bolt

Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC

Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC

Link, Clutch

Spring, Clutch Return

Bolt Fin Hex 318-16 x I-1/4

V-Belt, Ground Drive

Keeper, Belt, R.H,

Keeper, Belt, Center Span

Screw, Thd. Roll 3/8-16 x 3/4

Cover, Pedal

PuIfey, Engine

Bolt, Hex

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine, L.H

Guide, Mower Drive Belt, RH,

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

Spacer, Axle

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

E-Ring

Key, Square 20 x .1845L1865

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

Key Woodruff #9 3/16 x 3/4

Arm, Shift

Shaft Assembly

Spring, Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Tie Rod

Nut, Ny!ock

Bushing, Pivot

Washer

E-Ring

Console, Shift, 6 Speed, Ntlgnition

Nut, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc Cad

Washer 11!32 x 3/4 x 16 G&

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

Strap Torque LT

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121472X

2 142033

3 135227

4 135228

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272O16

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 130468

11 STD551137

12 73610600

13 110438X

'14 74011056

15 73901000

16 132624

17 132614

18 57079

19 124035X

2O 126684X

21 STD551125

22 71070410

23 127501

24 109816X

25 124036X

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

3O STD561210

32 130465

36 132196

37 STD611005

38 126805X

39 19133808

4O STD541537

41 104820X

42 124417X

43 121749X

46 121232X

47 6855M

62 149684

Steering Wheel

Front Axte Assembly

Spindte Assembly, Loll.

Spindle Assembly, R.H.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

Washer 27/32 x 1_1/4 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip

Bearing, Steering Column

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock

Nut, Hex, Fin. 3/8-24 UNF

Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle

Bolt, Hex Head 5/8-11 UNC x 3-1/2

Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-11 UNC

Pin, Axle 5/8 x 1.55/1.54

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Washer, Thrust .515 x ,.750 x .033

Support, Shaft

Washer, Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x .062

Washer

Screw, Hex Socket Head

1/4-20 x 5/8

Pittman Shaft Assembly

Nyliner, Snap-In

Bracket, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw, Thd, Roll 3/8-16 x 3/4

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steering

Screw

Insert, Steering Wheel

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

Gripco Nut

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Boot, Steering Shaft

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

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Kit, Steering Assembty

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U..Soinches

I inch = 25..4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

115

"_\ 13 _.

17 12

10 ®6

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

140123

140551

STD523710

19131610

145006

STD541437

124181X

17490616

19131614

140552

121246 X

121248 X

72050411

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot, Seat

Bolt

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge

Clip, Push-ln Hinged

Nut

Spring, Seat

Sc_ew, Thd., RoE 3/8-!6 x 1

Washer 13/32 x I x i4 Gauge

Pan, Seat

Bracket, Switch Mounting

Bushing, Snap

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-3/8

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

15 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x ..88

16 121250X Spring

17 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5

21 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

22 STD541431 Nut

23 74780814 Bolt, Hex Head, Fin.

1/2-13 x 7/8 Grade 5

24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/t6 x t2 Gauge

25 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

26 STD551150 Washer, Lock

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAUR

DECALS

9 13

PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

20 6 3 18 7 7 18 4 16

/ 19

10 22

11 8

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 138955

2 1211363

3 143735

4 143736

5 132674

6 133644

7 142241

8 133178

9 128314

10 137537

11 4900J

12 146046

13 131473

15 KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

Decal

Decal,

Operating Instruction 14

Koh114.5Cmd_L Sears 15

Hood, R_H,. 16

Hood, L.H,, 17

Grill, LT4000 18

Customer Maintenance

Side Panel, Kohler 19

Mower, 3 In One 20

Fender, Craftsman 21

Caution, English 22

Clutch/Brake, English - -

V-Belt Drive Schematic - -

Chassis, 6 Speed/42" - -

WHEELS & TIRES

5,8

74,10

;,9

136832

145245

140837

133179

146813

131265

132266

145003

146833

145247

138311

147191

147192

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman

Decal, Parking Brake Saddle

Decal, Mower QC System

Decal, Ins,. Hood 14.5HP OHV

White

Decal, Lightbox, Grill

Decal, Insert Strg Std Auto USA

Decal, Battery Dan/Poi Srs

Decal, Battery Wet Front Sears

Fastener Pop In Footrest

Decal, Lift Handle

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

106732X427

278H

9040H

106108X427

122082X

7152J

NOTE:

104757X

144334

Valve Cap, Tire

Stem, Valve

Tire, Front

Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service item Only)

Rim, Front

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Rim, Rear

Tire, Rear

Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Cap, Axle

Sealant, Tire (10 ozo Tube)

Atl component dimensions given in U oS inches

1inch = 25,4 mm

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ENGINE

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

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ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2132760

17720410

3 147337

4 137350

14 13280328

15 13200300

16 STD551231

23 128953X

24 STD601005

29 137180

31 109202X

32 123549X

33 123487X

37 137040

38 ---

40 124028X

44 17490412

46 19091416

62 STD551131

77 19101216

79 M740i08025

80 747605O8

81 735104O0

NOTE:

Control, Throttle

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting

1/4-20 x 5/8

Engine, Kohfer, 14.5 Cmd_L 5&3 SRS

Muffler

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

Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-t8 NPT

Washer

Shield, Heat

Screw

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank, Vented

Clamp, Hose

Line, Fuel

Plug, Oil Drain

(Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thdo, Roll.

1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer, Lock

Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga,.

Bolt Hex

Bolt Hex Hd 5/t6-18 UNC x 1/2

Nut Heps Flex 1/4-20 UNC

All component dimensions given in U.S,. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER LIFT

28 27

/26

24 23

5 21

i ! II

i I

_13

15 20 161718

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

MOWER LIFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 136973 Lift Lever InnerWire Assembly

2 122507X Shaft Assembly, Lift

3 105767X Pin, Groove

4 12000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32x 1 x21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing, Nylon

7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red

10 1225!2X Spring

11 !39865 Link, Lift, LH.

12 139866 Link, Lift, R..Ho

13 4939M Retainer Spring

15 127218 Link, Front

i6 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

17 130171 Trunnion

18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert

1/2-13 UNC

19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear

20 3t46R Retainer Spring

21 19151216 Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

22 12000037 Ring, Klip

23 110807X Nut, Special

24 19131016 Washer t3/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

25 2876H Spring

26 76020308 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

27 126971X Rod, Adjust, Lift

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

29 138057 Knob, infinite Height Adjustment

30 110810X Trunnion, Depth Stop

31 140302 Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S_ inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

7574

76 77

102

_"_"-104

105/ ._

106"

105

106

23 24

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144393

2 STD533107

3 138O17

4 138440

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 85O857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 134149

12 129895

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

16 140329

17 72110610

18 72140505

19 132827

20 136888

21 STD54t43I

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 130968

28 19111016

29 131491

30 138776

31 129963

32 129861

33 137266

34 STD533717

35 133835

36 131494

37 19131316

40 STD541437

41 133551

43 140083

44 140088

45 STD624003

46 137729

48 133944

49 133940

50 131340

51 STD5414t0

52 139888

53 131845

Mower Housing 54

Bolt 55

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 56

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 58

Retainer Spring 59

Arm, Suspension, Rear 67

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1,25 Grade 8 68

Washer, Lock 71

Washer, Hardened 72

Blade, Mulching 73

Bearing, Ball 74

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 75

(Includes Key Number 6) 76

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 77

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 78

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 79

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 80

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 8!

Bolt, Shoulder 82

Baffle, Vortex 83

Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 84

Stiffener Bracket 85

Bracket, Deflector 92

Cap, Sleeve 101

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 102

Nut, Push 103

Shield, Deflector 104

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 105

Rod, Hinge 106

Screw Thdrol Hex Head Zinc Mwr 111

Washer, Spacer 112

Pulley, Mandrel 113

Nut, Toplock, Flanged 1t4

Bolt 115

Fastner, Christmas Tree 1I 6

Pulley, Idler, Fiat 1t7

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge 118

Nut Crowntock 3/8-16 UNC 119

Rod, Pivot, with Nibs 121

Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs - -

Guard, Mandrel, L,H.

Retainer - -

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

Washer, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

133943

140084

122052X

140086

141043

106932X

144200

142427

131870

127847

121748X

12O00029

128903

127845

14O334

127498

128759

73350600

142028

120958X

144394

72140620

STD541437

13642O

71161010

19061216

STD551110

130758

2029J

140353

132262

17490512

73510500

72110504

137644

133957

73930600

19121414

143723

130794

145411

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Spring, Torsion Brakes

Guard, TUV Idler

Knob, Round 3/8-16 UNC

V-Belt

Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs

Spring, Return

Arm, Clutch, Secondary

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

Ring, Klip

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x 1,44

Keeper, Spring

Arm, Clutch, Primary

Bushing, Large, Brass

Spring, Mower Clutch

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Trunnion, Adj,

Washer Sintered

Keeper Belt Idler Fixed

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/2 Gr.. 5

Nut

Mutcher Cover

Screw

Washer #'10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L,.H..

Bracket, Gauge. Wheel R..H,

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16q8 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x t/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Mandrel Assembly (includes Key

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

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

Deck, Order Separately Mulcher

Plate and Gauge Wheel

Components, Key Nos,. 101-106

and 11 t-'121 )

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

1 inch = 25,,4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR ,.- MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057

/ /

623O

42A

&..,%

REPARR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057

REF PART REF PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772108A Transaxle Cover 45 786066

2 780086 Needle Bearing 46 786086

3 770102A Transaxle Case 47 774690

4 776260 Countershaft 48 774691

5 776219B Output Shaft & Pinion 49 778215

6 778139 Output Gear, 35 Teeth 50 778125

7 778136 Spur Gear, 15 Teeth, Steel 51 778124A

8 792136A Shift Key 52 778123A

9 784352 Shift Collar 53 778122A

10 784355 Shift Rod & Fork 54 778273

11 778229 Bevel Gear, 42 Teeth 56 778230

12 778113A Input Bevel Pinion 57 778151

13 778221 Bevel Gear, 16 Teeth 58 778126A

14 778068 Differential Pinion 59 778127A

15 778260 Ring Gear 60 778128A

17 786139 Drive Pin 61 778163

18 786102 Spacer 65 780109

20 792077 Steel Ball, 5/16" Diameter 66 776I 35

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8-16 x 3/8 67 776315A

22 792079 Spring 68 786116

23 788061 Seal Ring 69 780051

25 792073 Screw 1/4-20 x !-1/4 70 786118

26 792125 Retaining Ring, Package of 2 7t 788069

27 792035 Retaining Ring 72 792165

28 788040 Retaining Ring 72A 788091

29 780072 Washer 76 780090

30 780t08 Washer 77 788078A

31 780001 Washer

32 792001 "O" Ring 79 792144

33 788051 Square Cut Ring 81 786081

34 780105A Flanged Bushing

35 780118A Flanged Bushing 82 786082

36 790003 Brake Disk 83 786123

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate 90 788067B

38 799021 Brake Pad, Package of 2 103 792166

39 786026 Dowel Pin 104 792167

40 792076A Washer 150 510334

41 790079 Brake Lever

42 792073 _ Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4

42A 792085A Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1/4

43 792075 Locknut 5/16-24

44 790025 Brake Pad Holder

Spacer

Brake Lever Bracket

Axle, 11-15/16" Long

Axle, t6-1/2" Long

Spur Gear, 37 Teeth, Steel

Spur Gear, 35 Teeth

Spur Gear, 30 Teeth

Spur Gear, 25 Teeth

Spur Gear, 22 Teeth

Spur Gear, 19 Teeth, Steel

Spur Gear, 12 Teeth, Steel

Spur Gear, 15 Teeth

Spur Gear, 20 Teeth

Spur Gear, 25 Teeth

Spur Gear, 28 Teeth

Spur Gear, 31 Teeth

Washer

Input Shaft

Shifter and Brake Shaft

Disk

Washer

Spacer

Square Cut Ring

Threaded Plug 9!16-18

"O" Ring

Washer

Inverted Retaining Ring,

Package of 2

Spring

Roller Chain,

Number 41 Chain, 24 Links

Sprocket, 9 Teeth

Reverse Sprocket, 18 Teeth

Grease, Bentonite, 32 Ounce Bottle

Screw 1/4-20 x 2

Locknut 1/4-20

Gasket Eliminator, Loctite #515

Parts must be ordered from Tecumseh Products Coo

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

1 inch = 254 mm

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41519

A,R,.TAKEI

1! _8

..... A,F,T,I

CRANKSH

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES

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ENGINE CONTROLS

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REPABR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41519

AIR INTAKE ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 25 341 02

2 t2 096 24

3 12 083 08

4 12 100 01

5 X-25-63

6 12 083 05

7 12 313 04

8 12 O94 O9

Knob, Air Cleaner Cover

Cover, Air Cleaner

Precleaner Element

Wing Nut

Washer, Plain 1/4

Element, Air Cleaner (includes #7)

Grommet

Base, Air Cleaner

(Includes Key Numbers 9 and 10)

Stud, Mounting Plate

Screw, Mounting Plate Stud (2)

Gasket, Air Cleaner

9 12 072 03

10 12 086 01

11 1204102

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 12 1t3 53 Decal, Air Cleaner

CRANKSHAFT

DESCRIPTION

1 12 079 07

2 12 237 01

3 SM-0645016

4 SM-0545016

5 12 536 01

6 SM-0443025

7 12 089 11

8 12 089 23

9 12 089 19

10 SM-0641060

11 SM_0642025

12 12 090 05

13 25 t58 11

14 1207901

15 25 158 08

Linkage, Choke

Clamp, Cable

Screw, Hex Head M6 x 1..0x 16 (2)

Screw, Cable Clamp M5 x o8x 16

Control, Speed Assembly (Includes

Key Numbers 6 through 8)

Screw

Spring, Choke Adjust

Spring, Choke Return

Spring, Governor

Nut, Governor Arm M6 x 1.0

Screw, Governor Arm

M6 x 140x 25

Lever, Governor

Bushing

Linkage, Throttle

Bushing

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 !2 014 02 Crankshaft

2 12 13901 Plug, Cup

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-0545010

2 12 146 07

3 12 O27 25

4 12 063 05

5 12 313 03

6 12 063 08

7 12 063 01

Screw, Mounting M5 x 0.8 x 10 (13)

Plate, Blower Housing

Housing, Blower

Baffle, Carburetor

Grommet, Blower Housing

Baffle, Cylinder Head

Baffle, Cylinder

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 12 113 63 Decal, Horsepower

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 M_0829033

2 12 041 03

3 M-0841080

4 12 126 11

5 12 445 01

6 M_0645025

DESCRIPTION

Stud, Exhaust Manifold

M8 x 1.25 x 20 (2)

Gasket, Exhaust Manifold

Nut, Muffler Mounting M8 x 1.25 (2)

Bracket, Muffler

Strap, Lifting

Screw, Lifting Strap

M6 x 1.0 x 25 (2)

NOTILLUSTRATED

KEY PART

NO. NO.

-- 125217

-- 12 755 0t

DESCRIPTION

Short Block

Gasket Set

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1500-2000

High Speed: 3200-3400

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

I inch = 254 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41519

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CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER J

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

KOHLER ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41519

FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 !2 853 26

2 12 041 02

3 12 053 32

4 12 041 01

5 12 265 01

6 X-426-9

7 25 353 10

8 25 05O O2

9 47154 0t

10 12 086 07

11 12 431 01

12 12 368 01

13 12 089 09

14 12 086 04

15 12 089 09

16 I2 146 O3

17 25 086 27

18 12 144 09

19 12 144 08

20 12 O89 10

21 12 146 02

22 12 337 01

23 12 757 02

24 12 041 05

25 12 104 01

26 12 757 09

Kit, Carburetor (Includes #2 thru 4) 1

Gasket, Air Cleaner 2

Carburetor Assembly 3

(For Information Only - Not 4

Available Separately) 5

(includes Key Numbers 12 thru 27)

Gasket, Carburetor (2) 6

Deflector, Heat

Clamp, Hose (2) 7

Line, Fuel, 9" 8

Filter, Fuel

Clip, Cable 9

Screw, Ground Wire 10

Sleeve, Insulating 11

Needle, idle, Fuel Adjust 12

Spring, Idle Fuel 13

Screw, Idle Speed Adjust 14

Spring, Idle Speed 15

Plate, Throttle 16

Screw, Throttle Plate (2)

Shaft, Throttle with Lever and Seal 17

Shaft, Choke 18

Spring, Choke Return 19

Plate, Choke 20

Jet, Main 21

Kit, Float 22

Gasket, Bowl

Bowl, Fuel 23

Kit, Solenoid Assembly 24

(Includes Key Number 7)

Gasket, Bowl Retainer Screw

Nut, Carburetor M6 x ln0 (2)

Washer, Plain 1/4

Washer, Internal Tooth 1/4

Stud, Carburetor M6 x 1o0x 110 (2)

27 12 041 06

28 SM-0641060

29 X-25-63

3O X-22q1

3I M-0629122

ILLUSTRATED

12 041 01 Gasket, Carburetor

12 757 03 Kit, Carburetor Repair

12 755 09 Kit, High Altitude Jet

12 518 05 Lead, Solenoid, Black, 5", 14

Gauge, Uninsulated Push*On Tabs

41 518 34 Lead, Ground, Green, 5", 18 Gauge

Insulated Grip Barrel Eyelets

NOT

12 3!8 02

12 351 01

I2 411 01

12 041 10

12 017 01

12 017 02

12 016 01

12 016 02

12 112 13

12 086 15

I2 089 15

12 173 01

12 755 O3

12 089 01

X426-9

12 326 03

12 468 05

M-0645020

12 O96 O7

M-0640034

24 194 01

24 186 03

12 146 13

M-0545010

12 018 01

24 402 03

Head, Cylinder

Lifter, Valve (2)

Rod, Push (2)

Gasket, Cylinder Head

Valve, Intake, Standard Size

Valve, Intake, _25" Oversize

Valve. Exhaust, Standard

Valve, Exhaust, .25" Oversize

Spacer, Head Bolt Exhaust Port

Screw, Cylinder Head

M10 x 1.5 x 80 (5)

Spring, Exhaust Valve

Cap, Valve Spring (2)

Kit, Retainer (2)

Spring, Intake Valve

Clamp, Hose (2)

Hose, Breather

Washer, Plain

Screw, Valve Cover

M6 x 1,O x 20 (5)

Cover, Valve with Nipple

Screw, Rocker Arm M6 x 1 x 34 (2)

Pivot, Rocker Arm (2)

Arm, Rocker (2)

Plate, Guide

Screw, Breather Reed Retainer

M5 x 0.8 x 10

Retainer, Breather Reed

Reed, Breather

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 75560 Kit, Cylinder Head

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

5'1

REPAURPARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252540

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41519

IGNITION tELECTRICAL 1

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REPARR ,PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9!7.252540

KOHLER ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41519

IGNITION 1ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12 086 14 Screw, Flywheel Mt0 x 1.5 x 45.8

2 12 468 03 Washer, Flywheel

3 24 162 03 Screen, Grass

4 M-0639016 Screw, Fan M6 x 1 x 13 (4)

5 12 112 01 Spacer, Fan (4)

6 1215702 Fan

7X_42-15 Key

8 12 025 25 Flywheel Assembly

9 41 155 02 Connector (4 Contact)

10 M-0548025 Screw, Stator Mounting

M5 x &8 x 25 (2)

11 M-0545010 Screw, Stator Harness Clip

M5 x 0.8 x 10 (2)

12 12 154 02 Clip, Stator Harness

13 12 085 03 Stator Assembly

14 12 132 02 Spark Plug

15 X-728-1 Clip, Cable

'16 12 584 01 Module, Ignition

17 SM-0545020 Screw, Ignition Module

M5 x 0.8 x 20 (2)

ILLUSTRATED

12 518 01 Lead, White, Ground To Kill (19",

18 Gauge, Fulty Insulated Push-on

Tab and Uninsulated Push-on Tab

Terminals)

51 755 01 Kit, Diode

NOT

OIL PAN /LUBRICATION

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

12 038 01

2 25 755 13

3 12 153 03

4 12 15302

5 12 123 04

6 SM-0545020

7 12 15301

8 25 162 07

9 12 096 03

10 SM-0545016

11 M-1039025

12 12 126 02

13 !2 089 03

14 124620'1

15 12 2O8 01

16 12 050 01

17 X-75-10

18 12 393 01

t9 12 032 04

20 12 096 02

21 SM-0545016

Dipstick Assembly

(includes Key Numbers 2 and 3)

Kit, Oil Fill Cap (Includes Key #3)

O-Ring, Dipstick

O-Ring, Upper Oil Fill Tube

Tube, Oil Fill

Screw, Oil Fill Tube M5 x 0..8x 20

O-Ring, Lower Oil Fill Tube

Screen, Oil Pick-up

Cover, Oil Pick-up Screen

Screw, Screen Cover

Screw, Oit Pump Relief Valve

Bracket M10 x 1.5 x 25

Bracket, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Spring, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Piston, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Body, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Filter, Oil

Plug, Square Head, Solid 3/8 NPTF

Oil Pump Assembly

O-Ring, Oil Pump Cover

Cover, Oil Pump

Screw, Oil Pump Cover

M5 x 0.8 x 16 (3)

Seal, Oil (P.T_O.. End)

Screw, Oil Pan M8 x 1.25 x 45 (12)

Pan, Oil

22 12 032 03

23 SM-0839045

24 12 199 30

12 032 03

1252217

12 445 02

M-0839025

12 380 03

!2 010 02

12 089 18

t2 422 08

12 422 09

!2 422 10

12 422 11

12 422 12

12 422 13

12 422 07

9 1214419

10 12 874 07

12 874 08

12 874 09

11 12 018 O2

12 12 !08 07

12108 08

12108 09

13 12 O67 25

12 067 06

14 12 380 01

15 12 043 05

16 SM-0631005

17 12 144 02

18 52 139 09

19 12144 01

20 SM-0631015

21 12 032 01

22 X-25-102

23 12 380 04

Seal, Crankshaft

Block, Cylinder (Use Short Block)

Strap, Lifting

Screw, Lifting Strap M8 x 1o25 x 22

Dowel, Locating (4)

Camshaft Assembly (Includes #7)

Spring, Actuating

Shim, Camshaft, Blue

Shim Camshaft, Green

(as required)

Shim, Camshaft, Yellow

(as required)

Shim, Camshaft, Red

(as required)

Shim, Camshaft, Grey

(as required)

Shim, Camshaft, Black

(as required)

Shim, Camshaft, White

(as required)

Shaft, Balance

Piston w/Ring Set, Standard

Piston w/Ring Set _25" Oversize

Piston w/Ring Set .50" Oversize

Retainer, Piston Pin (2)

Ring Set, Standard

Ring Set ..25" Oversize

Ring Set .50" Oversize

Connecting Rod, Standard

Connecting Rod ..25"Oversize

Pin, Governor Regulating

Gear, Governor Assembly

Washer, Governor Gear Thrust

Shaft, Governor Gear

Plug, Cup

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, Governor Shaft

Seal, Governor Cross Shaft

Washer, Plain 1/4

Pin, Governor Hitch

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 M-0839070 Screw, Starter

M8 x 1.25 x 70 (2)

2 12 098 13 Starter Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 8)

3 12 755 53 Kit, Drive

4 12 227 05 Cap, Drive End

5 45 '170 03 Armature

6 82 755 28 Kit, Brush and Spring

7 I2 227 11 End Cap, Commutator

8 12 086 25 Screw (2)

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

1inch = 25.4 mm

SERVICE OTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

O'1

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15 ° MAX.

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_1 A Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not !

li_ A_ qreater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

Ii_ _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

lil caution when changing direction on slopes.

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.252540

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(I -800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

HOT LINE, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-659-5917

14.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

3 in One Convertible

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number., Each engine has

its own model 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 found on the

blower housing of the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Re-

tail Stores°

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

o PRODUCT- TRACTOR

° MODEL NUMBER - 917.252540

° ENGINE MODEL NO. -CV15-41519

=PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

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.,

147191 Rev. 2 07.19.95 KFSW Printed in U.S,A.

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