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MODEL NUMBER 917.256670 OWNER'SMANUAL

Assembly

°Operation

°Customer Responsibilities

°Service and Adjustments

oRepair Parts

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.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and foiiow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine.

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

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area isclear 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 whife 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.

oUse extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer 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. AII 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.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed Choose a !ow gear so that you wiIt not have

to stop or shift while on the slope..

•Follow the manufacturel:'s recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stabitity_

•Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments

These can change the stability of the machine..

• Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope°

DO NOT:

•Do not turnon slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possiole.

•Do not mow near drop_offs, ditches, or embankments. The

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

of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in_

•Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause

sliding.

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

ground

•Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

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i!1. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children.. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity.. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw themr

• 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 fa!l 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 inhandling 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 refueEthe 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 are&

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

and keep equipment in good condition

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

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

Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before

storing

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

Repair, if necessary, before restading_

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wea r,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 lhern.

•Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as

required.

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Look for this symbol to point out important

safety precautions, It means

CAUTION1!! BECOME ALERTIt! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug

wire and place wire where itcannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs.

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= = AWARNING A

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc-

tive 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 Department We have com-

petent, 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 property.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917256670

SERIAL

NUMBER

bATE 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 IN A SAFE PLACE

--OR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

ucL Contact your nearest Sears store for details

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 190

'GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SFiSG): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3 0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

(GAP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: 004"- 006"

EXHAUST: .007"- 009"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 0 - 5 5

REVERSE: 0-24

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

_ REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 5 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: UIR

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT LBS.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

o Read and observe the safety rules.

. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your tractor_

. Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

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

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-cow

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

(if any)° tf 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 appfy on

federal lands_ A spark arrestor for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Autllorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts 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, etc.

•Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or gtass.

•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 Irom date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in materiat or

workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears witi 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 EQUIPMENT TO

YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 30 bAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRiP CHARGE WILL APPLY) TH_S 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

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 17-20

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

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

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

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

ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 7-10

OPERATION ........................................................... 11-t 6

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 17

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 2%27

STORAGE ..... .............................................................. 28

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 29-30

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 32-47

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

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

iNDEX

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Accessories ............ :....................................5

Adjustments:

Brake .......................................... 24

Carburetor .................................... 27

Mower:

Front-To-Back ...........................22

Side-To-Side ............................. 22

Throttle Control Cable ............. 26-27

Air Filter, Engine .......................................t9

Air Screen, Engine ............................... 19

Assembly ..................................................7-10

B

Battery:

Charging .......................................... 1 8

Cleaning ................................ 18

Starting with Weak Battery ............26

Storage ...............................................28

Terminals .....................................................18

Belts:

Motion Drive

Remova!/Replacement ................24

Mower Drive

Removal/Replacement ..............23

Mower Blade Drive

Removal/Replacement ............ 23

Blade:

Sharpening ..................................... 18

Replacement ....................................18

Brake Adjustment ......................................24

C

Carburetor Adjustment ..................... 27

Controls, Tractor .....................................13

Customer Responsibilities ........... 3,17-20

Engine:

Air Filter .........................................19

Air Screen, Engine ................... 19

Battery ...............................................18

Cooling Fins, Engine ............... 19

Engine Oi! ................................ 20

Fuel Filter .......................... 20

Spark Plugs .....................................18

Tractor:

Blades ..............................................18

Lubrication Chart ................... 17

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

Tire Care .................... 8,18,25

Cutting Height, Mower ...................... 13

E

Electrical:

interlocks and Relays ................... 26

Schematic ................................... 31

Wiring Diagram .......................... 32

Engine:

Air Filter ................................................19

Air Screen ........................................ 19

Cooling Fins, Engine .................... 20

Oil Change .................................... 19

Oil Level .................................. 14,I9

Oil Type ........................................... 19

Preparation ...................... !4

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

Starting ................................ t4

Storage ...................................... 28

F

Filters:

Air ................................................ 19

Fuel ............................................. 20

Fuel:

Type ............................................ 14

Storage ......................... 28

Fuse ..................................................... 26

G

Gauge Wheels .....................................9,14

H

Hood Removal/installation .............. 26

L

Leveling Mower Deck .................... 21-22

Lubrication Chart ....................................17

M

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

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ...........22

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ............. 22

Blade Sharpening ........................,,.18

Blade Replacement ..................... 18

Cutting Height ......................... 13

Installation ................................... 9,21

Operation .................... 11-16

Removal ....................................... 21

Mowing Tips .......................................... 16

Muffler ................................................... 20

Spark Arrester ...............................3,40

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

O

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ..........14,19

Engine ................................. 19

Storage ......................... 28

Operation ................................................11- 16

Operating Mower .....................................14

Oplions:

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

Spark Arrester ...............................3,40

P

Parking Brake ..........................................t2-13

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

Parts, Replacement/Repair ............ 32-47

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

R

Repair Parts ............................... 32-47

S

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

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

Service and Adjustments .................21-27

Brake .............................................................24

Carburetor .................................. 27

Fuse ................................................................26

Hood RemovaltInstallation ............26

Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ............ 24

Mower Drive

Removal/Replacement .............23

Mower Blade Drive Belt

RemovaltReplacement ..............23

Mower Adjustment:

Fronbto-Back .......................... 22

Side-to-Side ...................................22

Mower Installation ............................21

Mower Removal .............................. 21

Tire Care .....................................8,18,25

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

Spark Plugs ............................................ ...... 20

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

Starting the Engine ....................... 14-15

Steering Wheel .....................................7,25

Stopping the Tractor .......................... 13

Storage, _............................................... 28

T

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ..... 26

Tires ............................................... 8,18,25

Trouble Shooting Chart ....................29-30

Transaxfe Repair Parts ................... 46-47

W

Warranty ......................................................3

Wiring Diagram ..................................... 32

Wiring Schematic ................................. 31

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ACCESSORIES AN 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 MAINTENANCE

SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER 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 Ionger be available or fit your model 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 2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs

puncture holes in soil 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, nearer looking fawno 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 smalt plugs out of soil to allow mois-

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

hardened steei coring tips. 150 lb. capacity weight tray.

EASY OtL DRAfN 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 mowerdecks not so

equipped..

MULCH RAKrdDETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

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

teeth Useful to prepare bare areas for seeding. Available for front

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

mu{ch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without

changing blades. For modeis not equipped as 3-ira1 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

diameter water-tight drum holds up to 3gO ibs_of weight Rounded

edges prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum

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

blade clears 42-inch path when angled left 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-volt 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

lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch.

Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the tractor

drawbar and go! Optional accessories convert unit for

dethatching, aerating, hilling, without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extraqarge cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction.

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubuiar 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 windshields 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 VACtCHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications.

Uses (1) 55 Ib weight

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy materials.

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(1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher 3/8

[1) Hex Bolt 5/16-t8 x 1-114 (1) Locknut 5/16-18

(t) Shoulder (1) Hex Bolt

Bolt 5/16-18 1/2-t3 x '1

]7/32 x

1-3/t &x 12

Gauge

(1) Lock Washer 1t2

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2) Lock (2) Screws

- Washers #10 x 5t8

_ k_ }(2) Washers

/3116 x 3/4 (2) Weld

"_=,,../ x 16 Gauge Nuts #10

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 @

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

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(2) Washers 9/32 x 518 x 16 Gauge

(2) Lock, Washers !/4

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Parts packed separately in carton

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Seat

CB

Video

Cassette

Steering

Wheel

,, _J

Mulcher

Plate

Manual

Steering

Boot k

Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

Steering Wheel

Adapter

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(2) Center-

lock Nuts

_ok

Assemblys

(2) Washers 3/8

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

,9(2) Gauge

Wheels

_ _(2) Keys

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Slope Sheet

Steering

Extension

Shaft

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ASSEMBLY

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembted 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) 9/16" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive rachet

(2) 7/16" wrenches Phillips Screwdriver

(2) 1/2" wrench 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

UNPACK CARTON

= Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6),.

- Cut, from top to bottom, aIong lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels flat.

o Remove mower and package materials.

*Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove°

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

. Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align

mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut, Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO

18-22 FT_ LBS TORQUE.

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

push down to secure

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

,, Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward,

o Slide steedng wheel adapter onto steering shaft exten-

sion_

- Position steering wheel and sleeve assembly so cross

bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

o Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex

bolt 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

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID

_ INSERT

°/ 3,,.EXBOLT

WASHER

__'__ LARGE FLAT

,, _-'_ ....... WASHER

STEERING

WHEEL

EXTENSION

STEERING

ADAPTER

SHAFT --, " - ,'"

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-

tion section for location and function of con-

trols)

Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position.

o Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal,

oPlace freewheel control in freewheeling position to

disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

the Operation section of this manual)

o Roll tractor backwards off skid,.

oRemove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor,,

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ASSEMBLY

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig, 2)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal ground!rig.

Lift hood to raised position.

• Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec-

tive caps and discard,.

• 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 (+) battery

:; terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat-

tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nut.. Tighten securely

Close terminal access doors_

Use terminal access doors for:

°Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware),

• inspection for corrosion..

• Testing battery_

• Jumping (if required)_

• Periodic charging

LOCK FLAT

HEX NUT WASHER WASHER

DtSCARD TERMINAL _ HEX

PROTECTIVE CAPS BOLT

POSITIVE

(RED)

CABLE

NEGATIVE

(BLACK)

CABLE

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt•

•Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

oPlace seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder boll

° Assemble adjustment bolt, tock washer and ftat washer

loosely. Do not tighten.

° Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat,

° Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way

down°

o Get off seat wffhout moving its adjusted position°

°Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

SEATPAN

SHOULDER

BOLT _

LOCK WASHER

BOLT LARGE FLAT WASHER

FIG, 3

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.

- Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual,.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

that the brake is properly adjusted° See 'q'O ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual

FIG. 2

8

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ASSEMBLY

INI, i,i ,i,

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See • Place the R.H. suspension arm on outward pointing

Figs. 4 and 7) deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower

to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm,

Be sure tractor is on level su trace and mower suspension Retain with double Ioop retainer spring with loops down

arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage park- as shown,

ing brake° °

o Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts

Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck. .

,, Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right

side of tractor, .

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN o

ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE,

o Install one front link in top hole of the R.H. front mower

bracket and R.Hofront suspension bracket,. Retain with

two single loop retainer springs as shown.

o Install second front link in Loll. front suspension bracket

only and retain with single loop retainer spring as

shown..

o Turn height adjustment knob counterclocloNise until it

stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control

• Place the L.H suspension arm on outward pointing

deck pin, If necessary, rock and raise front of mower

to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm.

Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down

as shown,

oSlide left side of mower back and install the unattached

front link in top hole of the LH front mower bracket.

Retain with singte loop retainer spring as shown.

Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove

slack from mower suspension..

Raise mower to highest position..

Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO ADJUST GAUGE

WHEELS" in the Operation section of this manual).

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled.

See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower

drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts

are routed correctly

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKETS

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS (outward pointing

BRACKET deck pins)

SUSPENSION

ARMS FRONT

MOWER

BRACKET

FRONT

, LINK

SHOULDER

BOLT

GAUGE

WHEEL

3/8 WASHER

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

3/8-16

CENTER

LOCKNUT

DOUBLELOOP

RETAINER

SPRING ANTi-SWAY

BAR

IDLER/

PULLEY

FIG. 4

SINGLE

LOOP

RETAINER

SPRINGS

DISCHARGE GUARD

9

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(See Figs. 5 and 6)

o Instal] two latch hooks to mutcher 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.

o

°

o

o

o

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

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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.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher

blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

HOOK POINTS

WELD NUT DOWN

FROM THE TOP

LOCI(

WASHER

WELD.

NUT _. SCREW

\

LATCH

HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK

WASHER

WASHER

_\-- SCREW

WELD

NUT

FIG. 5

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

LATCH

HOOKS

FIG, 6

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT,.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed_

,/ No remaining !oose parts in carton.

_/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

t hour at 6 amps)_

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

v" All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory),

J Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

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

properly inflated for leveling).

#" Check mower and drive beIts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

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

and wires are propedy clamped.

v' Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS;

,/ Engine oil is at proper level

v" Fuel tank is fiIled 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.

,/ It is important to purge the transmission before operat-

ing you r tractor for the first time° Follow proper starting

and transmission purging instru(:tions (See 'TO START

ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op-

eration section of this manual).

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OPERATION

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

{,

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE

LOCK LOCKED

UNLOCKED

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)

11

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrationswfth your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments,, Save

this manual for future reference_

LIGHT

CHOKE ATTACHMENT SWITCH

CONTROL AMMETER CLUTCH SWITCH POSITION

THROTTLE

CONTROL "_

CLUTCH/

BRAKE

PEDAL

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT

L1FTLEVER

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

IGNITION

SWITCH

FREEWHEEL

CONTROL _

APPROX.

SPEED

3 MPH

2MPH

1MPH

PARKING

BRAKE

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

FIG, 7

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards institute,

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor,

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to control engine speed,

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak-

ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off,

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a cold engine,

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and direc-

tion of the tractor.

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

(-)

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OPERAON

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

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

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

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

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HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing

switch,, When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine°

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

and hold,.

, 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.

ATTACHMENT

THROTTLE CLUTCH SWITCH

CONTROL PUSH4N TO PULL-OUT TO

\ "D,SENGAGE.... ENGAGE"

CHOKE \ _ \ t

"BRAKE

POS

\ "_, "_-" (MOTION CONTROL

"_ _'_/ /_ \ "ENGAGED"

..... 7_ \ POSITION

PEDAL "DRIVE" _ "DISENGAGED"

POSITION HEIGHT POSITION

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG. 8

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

o Move attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

•Depress dutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position,

o Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED

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.

Atways remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

o Never use choke to stop engine. 13

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NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idte with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas,

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig, 8)

Always operate engine at full throttle,

= Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate

° Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig, 8)

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine.

Do not use to start a warm engine.

o To engage choke control, pull knob out, Slowly push

knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See

Fig. 8)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motion control lever,,

o Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

o Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedaI_

o Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST IVlOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 8)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction

o Turn knob clockwise (f_) to raise cutting heighL

° Turn knob counterclockwise (P_) to lower cutting

height.

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

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running.r 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, mow often and after moderate growth,

o For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height,,

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)

Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.,

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

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation

section of this manuaf),

OPERATION

-o 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 3/8-16 locknut and

tighten securely..

• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

GAUGE

WHEEL

MOUNTING

BRACKET

GAUGE WHEEL"

FIG. 9

SHOULDER

_// BOLT

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing

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

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine..

o Select desired height of cut.

oLower mower with attachment lift control..

•Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

•TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control.

...._' 6AU'TION:_o not operate the mowe_r

_without either the entire grass catcher, I

_ _ on mowers so. equipped, or thee dis-dis-I

charge guard In place: t

o If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

-Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position..

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

,, To restart movement, slowly release parkingbrake and

clutch/brake pedal°

.Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

o Make all turns slowly,

TO TRANSPORT (See Fig, '11)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position° Free whee{ control is located at the rear drawbar

of tractor,

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach_

merit lift control,,

oPull freewheel control knob out and hold in position by

inserting retainer spring into forward hole of control rod.

oDo not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH,

oTo reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on atrucker a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc,)

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

SWITCH PULL-OUT TO_

ENGAGE__

"_ Vh

HEIGHT /f_'"-\_\_

ADJUSTMENT .._,_'_--_

KNOB ")_))_

ATTACHMENT LIFT

'LEVER HIGH

POSITION

/POSITION

FIG. 10

FIG. 11

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15)

oThe engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil,

oCheck engine oil with tractor on level ground.

. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the

dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.. Do not overfill.

o For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

oTo change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual..

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_: Do notdri_

_hills with slopes greater than 15° and

!_ do not drive..across any slope, I

oChoose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hiJls.

oAvoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

oIf slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position,

ADD GASOLINE

oFiN fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of 1t7octane° (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life), Do not mix oil with gaso{ine,

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness,

IMPORTANT; WHEN OPERATING tNTEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

14 STARTING

OPERATmO

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WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended o

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 o

system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or tonger_ Drain the gas tank, start the o

engine and let it run until the fuel Iines 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 0f gas tank !

,_/!_ filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine

has run out of fuel, it wil! take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

° Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position

..- Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position..

, Move throttle control to fast (,f_) position

o Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt.

For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may

not be needed.

Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

° Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to"START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-

onds per minute. If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few

minutes and try again. Ifengine stiil does not start, pull

the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

o When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts

to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a

few seconds and then continue to push the control in

slowly_

= The attachments and ground drive can now be used.. If

the engine does not accept the load restarttheengine

and a low it to warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

o When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothlyContinue to push

the choke control in small steps aliowing the engine to

accept smarf changes in speed and load until the

choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few

seconds and then continue to push the control in

slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period

from several seconds to several minutes, depending

on the temperature.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

o Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmis-

sion should be warmed up as follows:

o Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

=,H= == i,,,m ,= ,

H,,u,

PIace the motion control Iever in neutral.

Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake

slowly return to operating position.,

Allow one minute for transmission to warm up.

This can be done during the engine warm up

period..

The attachments can be used during the engine warm-

up period after the transmission has been warmed up

and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly

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 Adjustments

section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSM!SSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage

freewheel lever while the engine is run-

ning.

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To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-

mended that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any

trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel-

oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR

, Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and

parking brake set

- Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine

is running, move throttle control to slow (_) position..

With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

o Move motion control lever to full forward position and

hold for five (5) seconds.. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there wif! be no movement of

drive wheels_ The air is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

o Move motion control iever to neutral (N) position. Shut-

off engine and set parking brake.

o Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

driving position (See 'TO TRANSPORT in this section

of manual).

° Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine

is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.

With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal..

o Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move

motion control lever to reverse position. After the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat

this procedure with the motion control lever three (3)

times.

o Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal

operation

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MOWING TIPS

o Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is

attached to tractor,

•Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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

ming.

o Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

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

tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

° When mowing targe 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. 12A ).

- if grass is extremely tafl, 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 material Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting

performanc e as well as the quality of cut desired,

.When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used,,

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ff

OPERATJO

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MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH,, CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

• The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass wilt

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.

o 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,, t2B),, 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,

MAX 113

FIG. 12B

FIG. 12A

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE __ __,nJ__oy

FILL IN DATES

REGULAR SERVICE ,_'_..._ _4__ £'?-_-_-_'_t-£°7_ ........

...... _/"_,_"_._" SEa V1c E DATES

Check Brake Operation _' _'

Check Tire Pressure _ 6/'

TCheck for Loose Fasteners _/ 1_7

RSharpen/Replace Mower Blades 6/4

A Chart .... e .j 6##

Lubrication

iT Check Battery Leve!iRecharge t_6

'_0 Clean Battery and Terminals 6/ ' _ .........

_R Check Transaxle Cooling ....... 6/

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension .... 6,/s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _fs

Check Engine Oil Level 6/ _4

Change Engine Oil _'/ _2,3 6/

EClean Air Filter ......... f_#'2

N,,,,Clean Air Screefl 6/2 .......

G Inspect MuflledSparkArrester 6/

J Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _.2

N Ciean Engine Cooling Fins _'2

Replace Spark Plug _ 6/

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 6/2

Replace Fuel Filter 6/

1 - Change more oftenwhen operaling under a heavy toador in high ambient lernpefalures

2 * Service more often when operating in dirty ordusty conditions

3 - If equipped wilh oil litter,change oilevery 50 hours

4-Replaceblades more ofIenwhen mowingin sandy soil

t

I

5 - II equipped with adjustable system

6-Not required it equipped wilh maintenance-free batlery

7 - Tighten |rent axte pivot bolt to 35 |I -Ibs maximum

Do not overtighten

GENERAL RECOMiVIENDATIONS

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,

o 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

o Check engine oil level

o Check brake operation.

o Check tire pressure..

o Check for loose fasteners

LUBRICATION CHART

(_) SPINDLE ZERK ~_ _r,_ SPINDLE ZERK(_)

(_) FRONT WHEEL'__ ........ _['_"1 _ FRONT WHEEL (_)

BEARING ZERK _t "_ _ BEARING ZERK

®CLUTCH

PIVOT(S)

ENGINE (_)

(_ 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 LUBRfOATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW _

17 DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY

CUSTOME

,ii i .................. m ................

RESPONSml31LITIES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nanc;eo

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requiresmore than six (6) feet stopping distance

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

(See '%0 ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual),

TIRES

oMaintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

o Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi_

cals which can harm rubber.

oAvoid 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)

o Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

° Remove hex bolt, lock washer and fiat washer securing

blade..

o Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown°

= Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown_

• Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade _but if you

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE MANDREL

_ ASSEMBLY

FLAT WASHER

LOCK WASHER _

HEX BOLT

(

TRAILING EDGE

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD°

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 wilt need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer)

oSlide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

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

tf 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 noL

CENTER HOLE

5/8"BOLT BLADE

OR PIN /.,/-/

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 batter,, bolts tight.

° Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

• Remove terminal guard..

o Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED

battery cable and remove battery from tractor°

o Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire

brush until bright..

Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

-Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

FIG. 13

18

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CUSTOMER RESPONS LnTIES

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.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept

clean to assure proper cooling,

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is

running or while the transmission is hot.

= Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and

clean_

= inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other

materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean

cooling fin&

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxte was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte-

nance is not required for the life of the transaxle° Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your near-

est authorized service center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oit rated with API service

classification SF orSG Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE ViSCOSiTY GRADES

°iF "20° o° _0" 3_°40° 6o" _o° _O°t

°c_ ._oo -_oo .Ioo_" i'o° 20. ao" 4o°

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

FIG. 15

NOTE; Although mufti-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F, Check your engine 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 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

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

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs.. t5 and 16)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG.

o Be sure tractor is on level surface.

o Oil will drain more freely when warm..

• Catch oil in a suitable container..

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

to enter the engine when changing oil,.

. Remove drain plug,,

• After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely..

o 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 Be

sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate

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

OIL

DRAIN

PLUG

AIR SCREEN

OIL FILL

CAPiDIPSTSICK

FIG, 16

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16)

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

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air fitter.

Clean the foam pre-cteaner 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.

o Remove knob(s) and cover..

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

o Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

° Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

° Sqt4eeze it dry in a clean cloth.

o Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean_ absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil..

o If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner

• Reinstafl pre-cleaner over cartridge

° Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s)

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

- Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate.

° Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from en-

tering carburetor..

o Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface If very

dirty or damaged, replace cartridge_

o Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, precleaner, cover

and secure with knob(s).

19

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CUSTO

p_uim, .. i i =.....i,ir,

. , ...H=..=..=...... =.=.....

RESPONSIBmLmTIE$

i ==m.m .=,l =..,i.1 =..... =.....m=,== .1,,........... _

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

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

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS

KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE, THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AiR TO CLEAN OR DRY

CARTRIDGE

KNOB

WING NUq

FOAM

PRE-CLEANER

PLATE

AIR SCREEN

CARTRIDGE

FIG. 17

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 18)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to

prevent engine damage from overheating. Air guide covers

must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See'%O

REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" inthe Service

and Adjustments section of this manual)..

TOP AIR

GUIDE

ENGINE

COOLING FINS

AIR GUIDE COVER (BOTH SIDES) \ ,

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

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

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)

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.

o 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_

o Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLA_LAMP

FUEL _ \,, // /

FILTER '- _"-_----J"

FIG. 19

CLEANING

° Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign

matter.

o Keep fi nished 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 ouL Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

FIG. 18

2O

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

i = Nil ,il, l,,=,lH= = = = = =

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

oDepress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,

o Place motion control 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 plugo

m

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 20)

= Place attachment dutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

oTurn height adjustment knob to lowest setting,

•Lower mower to its lowest position°

oRemove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas-

sis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket,

°Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at

deck and disengage arms from deck,

° Raise attachment lift to its highest position

.Remove two retainer springs from each front link and

remove links.,

°Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric

clutch pulley.

•Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: tFAN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS,

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND

DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

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

Iftires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adiust

your mower.

ADJUSTMENT

NUTS

SUSPENSION

ARMS

CHASSIS

LIFT

LINKS

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

BAR RETAINER

SPRINGS

RETAINER

SPRINGS

FRONT MOWER

BRACKET

FIG. 20

21

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SERVmCEAN

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs 21 and 22)

Raise mower to its highest position

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

from bottom edge of mowerto ground Distance"A" on

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

of each other

o If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower onty.1

= 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 fu'll turn of adjustment nut wilt change mower

he!ght about 1/8"r

"Recheck measurements after adjusting

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO

GROUND GROUND

GROUND LINE

FIG. 21

n, ,=,,=,,,,,=,,,= n =,==

ADJUSTMENTS

, ,,Hu,iul ,u " = n, 1, ,11

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24)

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 infront 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"o

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

length as other link.

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

links an equal number of turns.

o When distance "D" is 1/4" to 3/4" Iower at front than

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

iinks.

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

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

equal number of turns,,

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

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

o Recheck side-to-side adiustmenL

SUSPENSION

ARM

FIG. 22

LIFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

m%', _ _,z MANDREL

to

FIG, 23

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "E"

NUT "F"

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

22 FIG. 24

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig_ 25) -

• Park tractor on a level surface, Engage parking brake,

oRemove four screws from L,H, mandrel cover and

remove cover,

• Roll bett over the top of LHo mandrel pulley.

o Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

, Remove belt from idler pulleys°

o Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck

surface,,

• Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they

rotate freely.

o Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm

and bolt in mower housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 25) -

o Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt is in both belt

keepers at the idlers as shown,

o Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley,

• Roll belt into upper groove of L.H. mandrel pulley,

o Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the

grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.

o Reassemble LH. mandrel cover,

L,H. SCREWS

MANDREL

COVER _ _

IDLER

PULLEYS ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

MOWER

DRIVE

BELT

IDLER ARM BELT

KEEPERS

FIG. 25

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake.

o Remove mower drive belt (See"TO REPLACE MOWER

DRIVE BELT' in this section of this manual)

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

section of this manual),

o Remove four screws from R.H mandrel cover and

remove cover, Unhook spring from bolt on mower

housing

° Carefully roll belt off RH mandrel pulley_

• Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley,

and L.H, mandrel pulley,

o Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu-

lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface,.

o Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they

rotate freely.

o Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and

sway-bar bracket

Install new belt in lower groove of L.H, mandrel pulley,

idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown,,

o Roll belt over R.H. mandre! pulley_ Make sure belt is in

all grooves properly.

o Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and rein-

stall RH mandrel cover_

o Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER

AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this

manuaf)_

o Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual)_

L.H. MOWER

MANDREL BLADE CENTER

DRIVEBELT MANDREL

IDLER

PULLEY

R,_H_

MANDREL

COVER

IDLER ARM

SPRING

SWAY-BAR

BRACKET \

SCREW

FIG. 26

23

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TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See

Fig. 27)

The electric clutch should provide years of service. The

clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5

seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which

may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop

as required Adjustments should be made by your nearest

authorized service center/department.

= Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are

in "OFF" position.

.Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between

clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot

locations cut in the side of brake plate

NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at

fufi throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate°

ROTOR SLOT {3)' CLUTCH PLATE

[ \ [/01=

LOCKNUT(a) ..... PLATE

FIG. 27

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 28)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the side of the transa×le.

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

at high speed inhighest gear, then brake must be adjusted

o Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

°Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

NUT "A"jA MNUT

=--_--fl__ O, ERATINO

DO NOTTOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUST-

MENT IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHO-

RIZED SERVICE CENTERIDEPARTMENT

If distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen jam nut and turn

nut "A" until distance becomes 1-314"o 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. 29)

Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake.,

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of [eft footrest.

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

section of this manual)

• Disconnect clutch wire harness_

o Remove clutch Iocatoro

oRemove upper belt keeper.

.Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler°

° Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor° Carefully remove

belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

oPull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards

from around electric clutch.

-Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS

AND ELECTRIC CLUTCH WIRE CONNECTION IS

SECURE

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

UPPER

KE

,CLUTCH LOCATOR

TABS

IDLER

IDLER

INPUT PULLEY CLUTCH

WIRE

HARNESS

FIG, 29

FIGo28

24

'JJIL

SERVICE AND A DJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER

(See Fig. 30)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its

position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the

friction pack located on the right side of transmission

° Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning

ignition key to "OFF" position, and engage parking

brake.

o Adjust motion control lever by tightening adjustment

iocknut one half (1/2) turn.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion

control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positioned straight forward, 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. 31)

adjustment procedure by loosening !ocknut 1/4 to 1/2 turn

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if

necessary,

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or

replacement, it should be purged after reinsta!lation and

before operating the tractor, See "PURGE TRANSMiS-

SION" in the Operation section of this manual..

ADJUSTMENT

LOCKNUT

FIG. 30

. Block up axle securely

o Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose)

o Repair tire and reassemble

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

and axle lnsed square key,

o Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.,

° Replace axle cover

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

I AXLE COVER

I

"_SQUAREKEY

--(REAR WHEELONLY)

FIG. 3t

25

........ r

SERVRCE

..... ,,,, .....

TO START ENGINE WiTH AWEAK BATTER'/'

See Fig, 32)

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 t2 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES

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.

o Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

o BLACK cabie first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery

o RED cable last from both batteries_

,i,i,,,,M,II,I,I '

AN ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 33)

,, Raise hood.

,, Unsnap headlight wire connector.

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

engine and lift off of tractor.

o To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOOD

HEADtJGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

"POSITIVE" (+)

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

o Raise hood

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

grill.

o Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill

o Close hood

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting r

o Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section of this manual.

FIG. 33

ENGmNE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 34)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be neeessary_ Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessar,!, proceed as foNows:

o With engine not running, move throttle control lever to

fast (,t_,) position..

o Check that swivel is against side of quarter circle. If it

is not, !oosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back

until swivel is against quarter circle. Tighten cable

clamp screw securely.

SWIVEL

26 FIG. 34

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 35) • With throttle control lever in slow (*_,) position, hold

throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle

The choke control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Checkadjustmentas speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM

described below before loosening cable, If adjustment is . While still holding throttle lever against idle speed

necessary, proceed as follows: screw, turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) until

- With engine not running, move choke control (located engine begins to die and then turn out (counterc!ock-

on dash panel) to full choke (N) position, wise) until engine runs rough_ Turn screw to a point

o Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to midway between those two positions..

expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the . Continuetoholdthrottleleveragainstidlespeedscrew

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual), and adjust idle speed screwto obtain 900 to 1200 RPM

o Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing Release throttle lever.

clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is

completely closed_ Tighten casing clamp screw se-

curely_

o Reassemble air cleaner.

CHOKE

CLOSED

LEVER

CLAMP

SCREW

FIG. 35

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Figs. 36 &

37)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary However, minor adjust-

ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the mixture screw in (clockwise) de-

creases the supply of l'uei to the engine giving a leaner fuel/

air mixture. Turning the mixture screw out (counterclock-

wise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a

richer fueltair mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED tN TOO TIGHT

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

o Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle

control cable and choke are adjusted properly (see

above).

o With engine off turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise)

closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns.

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°

ACCELERATION TEST -

o Move throttle control lever from slow (=_) to fast (,_)

position, If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture

screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn, Repeat test

and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accel-

erates 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 OVERSPEEDINGTHEENGINEABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS tF 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

IDLE SPEED

SCREW

IDLE MIXTURE

SCREW

THROTTLE

LEVER

FIG. 36

IDLE SPEED

SCREW

THROTTLE f

LEVER IDLE MIXTURE

SCREW

27 FIG. 37

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

the season or if the tractor wilt not be used for 30 days or

more.

II

A 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 |

......... befor estoring, in any enc!osu[e: ........ d

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.

- Clean entire tractor (See"CLEAN ING" 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 manuat.

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

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

o Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting

BATTERY

o Fully charge the battery for storage.,

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

recharging

o 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)

o After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals

o Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached°

o If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS iMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL 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.

o Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

o Use fresh fuel next season..

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable aFternative 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

Clio (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

° Remove spark plug(s).

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

cylinder(s)

o Turn ignition key to"START" position for a few seconds

to distribute oil.

° Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

= Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

o Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline win cause problems,

. If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt.

o Cover your 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.

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TROUBLESHOOTi POINTS

i,

CAUSE CORRECTION

PROBLEM

L

Wil! not start

L '

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

iii ,i i,,,11....

Engine clicks but will not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

1 Out of rue{

2 Engine not "cHoKED" properly

3 Engine flooded

4 Bad spark plug

5 Dirty air filter

6., Dirty fuel filter

7 Water in fuel

8 Loose or damaged widng.

9 Carburetor out of adjustment

10 Engine valves out of adiustment.

1 Ditty air filter

2 Bad spark plug

3 Weak or dead battery

4 Dirty fuel filter

5 Stale or didy fuel

6. Loose or damaged wiring

7 Carburetor out of adjustment

8 Engine valves out of adjustment

1 Clutch/brake pedal not depressed

2 Attachment clutch is engaged

3 Weak or dead battery

4 Blown fuse

5 Corroded battery terminals

6 Loose or damaged wiring

7 Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter

9 Faulty operator presence 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 filter

5 Low oil levelldirty oil,

6 Faulty spark plug

7Dirty fuel filter

8 Stale or dirty fuel

9 Water in fuel,

10,. Spark p!ug wire loose

tl, Dirty engine air screen/fins

12, Dirtylclogged muffler

13 Loose or damaged wiring

14 Carburetor out of adjustment

Engine valves out of adjustment

15_

1 Worn, bent or loose blade

2 Bent blade mandrel

3, Loose/damaged part(s)

1 Fill fue! tank

2See '`TO START ENGINE" in Operation section,

3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start

4 Replace spark plug

5 Clean/replace air filter

6 Replace fuel filter

7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel fitter

8 Check all widng

£ See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section

10 Contact an authorized service centerldepartment

I Clean/replace air filter

2 Replace spark plug

3 Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fueI tiller

5 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

6 Check all wiring

7 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section

8 Contact an authorized service center/department

t Depress clutch/brake pedal

2 Disengage attachmentctutch

3 Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fuse

5 Clean battery terminals

6 Check all wiring

7 Check/replace ignition switch

8 CheckJreplace solenoid orstarter

9 Contact an authorized service center/department

1 Recharge or replace battery

2 Clean battery terminals

3 Check att wiring,

4 Check/replace solenoid or starter

1 Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed

2 Adjust throltle control

3 Clean underside of mower housing

4 Clean/replace air filter

5 Check oil level/change oil

6 Clean and regap or change spark plug

7 Replace fuel filter

8 Drain fuel tank and refill wilh fresh gasoline

9 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter

!0 Connect and tighlen spark plug wire

1 Clean engine air screen/fins

12 Clean/replace muffler

13 Check all wiring,

14 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section

15 Contact an authorized service center/department

1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt

2 Replace blade mandrel.

3 Tightenloose part(s) Replace damaged parts

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

nl, i,

Poor cut - uneven

CAUSE

i...... i_l:U,l,n,,,,u

Faulty operator-safety presence contro! system

1 Worn, bent or loose blade

2 Mower deck not level

3 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower,

4 Bent blade mandre!

5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

CORRECTION

.... i_ nl, i i...... i

1 Check wiring, switches and connections, If not

corrected, contact an authonzed service eented

department

1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt

2Level mower deck

3 C_ean underside of mower housing,

4 Replace biade mandrel,

5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

-u n,,=,

Mower blades will not

rotate

m

Poor grass discharge

1 Obstruction in clutch mechanism

2 Worn/damaged mower drive belt

3 Frozen idler pulley

4 Frozen blade mandrel

1 Engine speed too slow

2 Travel speed too fast

3 Wet grass,

4 Mower deck not level

5 Low/uneven tire air pressure

6 Worn, bent orioese blade,

1 Remove obstruction

2 Replace mower drive bett

3 Replace idler puitey

4 Replace blade mandrel,

I Place throttle control in "FAST" position

2 Shift to slower speed

3 AIIow grass to dry before mowing

4 Level mower deck

5, Check tires for proper air pressure

6 Replace/sharpen b_ade Tighten blade bolt

Headlight(s) not working

{if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine "bacldires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

7Buildup of grass, Ieaves and trash under mower

8 Mower drive belt worn

9 Blades improperly installed

10 Improper blades used

11 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1 Switch is "OFF"

2, Bulb(s) burned out

3 Faulty light switch

4 Loose or damaged wiring

5 Blown fuse

1 Bad baltery cell(s)

2 Poor cable connections,

3 Faulty regulator (if so equipped)

4, Faulty alternator

1 Freewhee_ control in "disengaged" position

2, Molten drive belt worn, damaged, or broken

3 Air trapped in transmission during shipment

or servicing

7 Clean underside of mower housing

8 Replace mower drive belt

9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down

10 Replace wilh blades listed in this manuaF

11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes,

1 Turn switch "ON"

2 Replace bulb(s)

3 Check/replace Iight switch,

4 Check wiring and connections

5 Replace fuse

1 Rep}ace battery

2. Check/clean all connections

3 Replace regulator

4 Replace alternator

1 PEace freewheel control in "engaged" position

2 Replace motion drive bell

3 Purge transmission

1 Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine 1 Move throttle controt to "SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping eng{ne

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

RED

BATTERY

BLACK

FUSE 30 AMP,

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AMMETER

WHITE

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CHARGING SYSTEM OUTFUT

5 AMP DC POS @3_00 RPM

DIODE _)-

ASSEMBLY I

LtGHTING SYSTEM OUTPUT

5 AMP DC NEG @ 3600 RPM

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'0'0+

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SOLENOID

STARTER

BLACK

CLUTCH /BRAKE

(PEDAL UP) ELECTRIC CLUTCH

BLACK

I SLACK

L ....... L_J

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT_OCC_U_E_D)

GROtJNDING CONNECTOR

_ IGNITION _

UNIT

30 VOLTS AC MIN, @ 3600 RPM

;,YSTEM DISCONNECTED}

ALTERNATOR t

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BROWN

BLACK

SPARK

PLUGS

BLACK

@

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

!GN!T!ON SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

OFF G + M + L ,,,,,,NONE CLIPSWERE REMOVED FOR

RUN/LIGHT B + L A + Y SERVICING OF UNIT,THEY

RUN B + C I ---------NONE SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLYSECUREYOUR

START B+---L+ S ! NONE WIRING

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REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

GFC

111

E lIB

D IIA

HEADLIGHTS

PTO SWITCH

Posmo. ciRCUIT

OFF C + G

ON C+F,B+E,A+D

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 146140

2 74760412

3 STD551025

4 STD551 t25

6 STD541025

7 7697J

8 7603J

9 I09596X

10 145211

11 145209

12 145769

16 153664

19 STD551125

20 73350400

21 147430

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146148

26 108824X

28 145491

29 t21305X

30 140301

31 12421tX

32 141226

33 '109310X

40 151215

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

44 73640400

45 121433X

50 154963

5t 140405

52 141940

55 17490508

70 154728

NOTE:

Battery

Bolt, Hex t/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Hex !/4-20

Tube

Tray, Battery

Clamp, Hose

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

Holddown Battery Dash Mount

Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

Switch Interlock Push-in

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20

Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)

Light Bulb

Cable, Battery

Cable, Battery

Fuse

Cable, Ground

Switch, Seat

Switch, Ignition 4 Position

Nut, Ignition

Cover, ignition Switch

Key, Molded, Craftsman

Harness, ignition

Bolt Btk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2

Cover, Terminal

Solenoid

Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4_20 UNC

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

Switch PTO 3PDT Red Delta 96

Ring Retainer PTO

Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter)

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Harness Engine LT Private Label

TrFCircuit

All component dimensions given in tJ_S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 151169

2 140356

3 17490612

4 STD551025

5 146077

6 145206

8 126471X

9 154587X010

10 STD533710

tl 146956

12 145660

13 146962

14 17490608

15 74180512

16 STD541431

17 144983X574

18 126938X

20 145210

23 124028X

24 STD523710

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 145198X459

29 145199

30 140002X574

31 137113

33 145244X574

34 145243X574

35 STD533707

37 17490508

38 139886

39 139887

44 140675

47 105531X

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 17O3O814

55 145202

57 STD552507

58 140547

60 72140606

74 STD541437

140 150556

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Chassis

Drawbar

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

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Bumper Snapqn

Saddle

Clip, Fuel Line

Dash, Silkscreened

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, LH

Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L

Panel, Dash, RH

Screw, Thd., Roll 3/8-t6 x 1/2 Type TT

Screw, Machine, Thd., Roll,

5/16-I8 UNC x 3/4

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Hood Assembly

Bumper Hood

Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank 95

Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin.

3/8-16 UNC x 1 Grade 5

Washer 13/32 x t3/16 x 12 Gauge

Locknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC

Griile, W/Clips MS-459

Lens, Grille

Fender

Bracket, Fender

Footrest, LH

Footrest, RH

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

Screw, Thdrol 5/16-'18 x t/2 TYT

Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower,

Rear

Pivot Bracket Assembly, RH, Mower,

Rear

Strap Assembly, Fender

Nut, Push, Nylon

Nut Lock W/Insert !/4 - 20 UNC

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X !6 Ga.

Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

Screw, Hex Head, Spiderfock #8 x 7/8

AB

Bracket Grille Pickoff RH

Bolt FinHex 1/4 -20 UNC X.75

Air Duct P/L 18HP B&S Opp.. Twin

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 Unc

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Brackel Chassis Front

Plug Btn BIk .359 Dia Ch/lnf

NOTE: All component dimensions given in tJ.S,, inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NOr DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 150071 TransaxleAssembly 53 105710X

2 142431 Spring, Return, Brake 55 105709X

3 143995 Pulley, Transaxle 56 74760620

8 141002 Rod Shift Hydro LT 57 140294

9 137140 Clutch Elect 59 140312

10 76020416 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 60 105730X

15 74490544 Belt Flghd 5/16-18 Unc Gr. 5 61 17490612

'16 73800500 Nut Lock Hex W/Inso 5/16-18 Unc 62 8883R

17 t26197X Washer 1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x .250 63 140189

18 74780816 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Gr. 5 65 STD551143

I9 73800600 Nut Lock Hex W/VVsh 3/8-16 Unc 68 121218X

20 150280 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x4-1/4 69 142432

21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-!3 71 140158

22 145627 Red, Brake Hydro 73 '140157

23 137141 Bracket Asmo Mtg CL 74 121199X

24 73350600 Nut Hex 3/8-16 UNC 75 121749X

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 76 12000001

26 19131316 Washer 77 123583X

27 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD 78 121748X

28 !45204 Rod, Parking Brake 81 140154

29 124236X Cap, Parking Brake 82 123782X

30 130807 Bracket, Transaxle 83 19't71216

31 127275X Keeper Belt Lh 84 140548

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 86 71208

33 STD533107 Bolt RDHD SQNK 5/16d8 x 3/4 87 19212016

34 151128 Shaft, Foot Pedal 88 12000008

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 89 151146

36 19211616 Washer 91 74780536

37 1572H Pin, Roll 92 74780524

38 123674X Pulley, Idler, Flat 93 142564

39 74760644 Bolt 94 140462

40 4470J Spacer, Split 95 144643

41 153399 Keeper, Belt Idler 96 4497H

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 97 140469

43 19111012 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x12 Ga.. 98 73510600

44 105706X Bearing, Nylon 100 19111216

45 1!0812X Washer, Hardened 102 141322

46 12000039 Ring, Klip 103 73940800

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 104 140156

48 123789X Betlcrank Assembly 105 71070516

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 106 74780520

50 74760624 Bolt

51 STD 541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16

52 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

Link, Clutch

Spring, Return, Clutch

Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

V-Belt, Ground Drive

Keeper, Center Span

Keeper Belt Engine

Screw ThdroL 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty_ TT

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine CI Elec. 38 Deg

Washer Lock Hvy HLCL Spr.. 7/16

Keeper Belt Engine

Screw

Strap Torque Lh Hydro 18/20" T

Strap Torque Rh Hydro 18/20" T

Spacer, Split

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

E-Ring

Key, Square

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

Shaft Asm Cross Hydro 20" Tires

Spring Torsion T/A

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

Rod, Tie Hydro 20" Tires

Bushing Rod Strig. 629/632 ID

Washer 21/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 G&

Ring Klip #5304-62

Console, Shift

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 2-1/4

Bolt Fin Hex 5/6-18 Unc x 1-1/2

Line Fuel Hydro 4"

Fan, Hydro 7"

Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

Keeper Bolt Rh Hydro 0750, 18/20"

Nut Keps Hex 3/8-16 Unc

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Washer Beflville ..801D x 1.50D

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2_20 UNF

Arm, Control Hydro

Screw Cap Hex 5/16 x 18 x 1

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-!8 Uric x 1-1/4

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

1 inch = 254 mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 142033

3 135227

4 135228

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 130468

11 STD551137

13 110438X

14 74011056

15 73901000

16 132624

17 140176

18 57079

19 124035X

20 126684X

21 STD551125

22 71100410

23 127501

24 109816X

25 124036X

27 136874

29 17490612

32 130467

33 191112t6

34 10040500

35 73810500

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133808

40 7810H

41 100711L

42 145054

43 121749X

44 153720

46 t2!232X

47 6855M

51 73800500

54 74780520

62 149686

63 74780616

Wheel Steering Std Black

Axle Asm Front

Spindle Asm Lh

Spindle Asm Rh

Bearing Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X t6ga

Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

Ring Klip #t5304-75

Bearing Col Strg BIk

Link Drag Sol Ball Jt 20 064

Washer Lock HW Hlci Spr 3/8

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Bolt Hex 5/8-11 Unc X 3-1/2

Locknut Flange 5/8-tl Unc

Pin Axle 5/8 X t 55/1 54 Lg

Shaft Asm Strg Private Label

Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033

Support Shaft

Washer Shim 1/4 X 5/8 X 062

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

Screw Cap Sckt Hd Phos & Oil

Shaft Asm Pittman

Nyliner Snap In

Bracket Steering

Gear Sector

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Rod Tie Bail Jt Sol 19 75 Elec

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga,

Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 5/16

Locknut 5/16-24 Unf

Bushing Strg 5/8 Id Dash

Screw TT #10-32 x 3/8 Flange

Insert Cap Strg Wheel Std BIk

Washer 13/32 X 2-3/8 X 8 Ga

Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf

Adaptor Wheel Strg

Boot Shaft Steering

Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

Extension Steering Non-Adjust

Cap Spindle Fr Top BIk

Fitting Grease

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16 -18 UNC

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16 - 18 UNC X 1 -1/4

Kit, Sterring Assembly

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc x 1 Gr.5

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

1 inch = 2&4 mm

39

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

SEAT ASSEMBLY

23

5

25

5

2t

KEY

NO.

1

2

5

6

7

10

t2

13

14

15

16

PART

NO,

140123

140551

145006

STD541437

124181X

140552

121246X

121248X

72050411

134300

12!250X

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Clip Push-In

Nut Lock Hex W/ins 3/8 -16 UNC

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-3/8

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

17 123976X

21 153236

22 STD541431

23 74780814

24 19171912

25 I27018X

26 STD551150

27 17490608

28 150176

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18

Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr5

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

Washer Lock Hvy Htct Spr 1/2

Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2

Bolt 5/16 -18 UNC X 3/4 W/Sems

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

DECALS

14

67

22

19

15

12

8

18

717

11

\

13 14

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 140819

2 149917

3 150683

4 150684

5 142336

6 133644

7 150927

8 145245

9128314

10 150333

11 137537

12 4900J

DESCRIPTION

Decal Dash Instruction Operat Eng

Decal Fend Auto Trans Srs. Whto

Decal Hood Rh Craftsman

Decal Hood Lh Craftsman

Decal, SdL Cold Start Hydro Eng+

Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom

Decal Panel Side B&S5

Pad, Footrest

Decal Fender Craftsman White

Decal, Cap CNSMR Help Line SRS

Decal Caution English/Spanish

Decal Clutch/brake English

KEY PART

NO+ NO.

13 146046

14 15468O

15 139346

17 151303

18 133179

19 138047

20 150955

22 149516

-+ 138311

-+ 142341

-+ 145247

-- 154396

-- 154397

DESCRIPTION

Deca_ V-be_t Dr Sch Tractor E

Decal Chassis Hydro 46"

Decal Mower Drive Schematic

Decal, insert, Hood

Decal Mower Qc System

Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

Decal Deck Mower EZ3

Decal Battery

•Deca} Lift Handle

Decal, Drawbar CntrL Mvt. Hyd+ Lt+

Fastener Pop-In Footrest

Manual, Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS &TIRES

2_5,8 4,10

1,9

11

4'1

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106222X Tire, Front

4 59904 Tube, FrontTire

(Not Provided, Service item Only)

5 106732X427 Rim, Front

6 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

7 g040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

8 106108X427 Rim, Rear

9 122082X Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, RearTire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

11 104757X Cap, Axle

+- 144334 _ Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

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

1 inch = 254 mm

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

ENGINE 27

2

1""_ 38

14

81

40 _33

39

13

KEY

NO.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

23

PART

NO.

151273

17720410

154546

149723

144069

144068

138129

150376

145552

STD551125

STD522507

272250

13280336

13200300

STD551237

17490624

150554

29

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I

Spark Arrester

DESCRIPTION

Control Throt Paddle 32 22

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T

Engine B&s 19hp, Model No.

42A707, Type No, 1625-0t

Muffler Exhaust

Exhaust Asmo Left

Exhaust Asm. Right

Clamp Tube Double Engine

Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Seres

Heat Shield Lt

Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 1/4

Bolt Fin Hex I/4-20 x 3/4

Gasket Muffler

Nipple Pipe 4-1/2"

Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-16 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Screw Thd rol 3/8-16xt-1/2 Tytt

Shield Pnt Heat Browning Grass 42

KEY

NO.

23 ,

PART

NO, DESCRIPTION

25 145996

26 73920600

27 152927

29 137180

31 151346

32 152334

33 123487X

34 106082X

35 17490512

37 8543R

38 .......

39 109227X

40 3645J

41 139277

81 128861

Control Choke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

Screw #10-32 x 3/8 FIange

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 3 50 Rear

Cap Asm Fuel W/Guage Vented

Clamp Hose BIk

Spacer Pad

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 TYT

Line Fuel

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

Pad Idler 1_75 x °75 x .06

Bushing

Stem Tank Fuel

Nut, FIange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

MOWER LIFT

28 27

26

13

23

49

3O

3

7

f t'

! /

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KEY

NO.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

10

11

12

13

15

16

17

18

13

19

I

I

13

PART

NO.

136973

145117

I05767X

12000002

19211621

120183X

125631X

122365X

122512X

139865

139866

STD624008

127218

73350800

130171

73800800

32

19

DESCRIPTION

Wire Assyo, inner, with Plunger

Shaft Asm. Lift

Pin Groove

E Ring #5133-62

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

Bearing Nylon

Grip Handle Fluted

Button Plunger Read

Spring Cprsn

Link Lift Lh Fixed Length

Link Lift Rh Fixed Length

Retainer Spring

Link Front

Nut Jam Hex '1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion Btk Zinc

Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Uric

2O

KEY PART

NO. NO.

19 139868

20 STD624008

23 110807X

24 19131O16

25 2876H

26 76020308

27 126971X

28 73350600

29 '138057

30 150233

31 140302

32 73540600

49 145212

DESCRIPTION

Arm Suspension Rear

Retainer Spring

Nut Spring

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga,

Spring 2_1/8"

Pin cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod Adjo Lift

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16

Knob tnL 3/8-16

Trunnion Infin_.Height

Bearing, Pivot, Lift, Special

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

Nut Flange Lock

NOTE: Ali component dimensions given in US inches

43 1inch = 25A mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

MOWER DECK

46

45\

31

3 118

19

49

Y

41 y 36 46

I I

21

47

1\

18

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103102

I06-"_ J/_104 105

1011

9

8

44

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 153125

3 138457

5 4939M

6 130832

8 850857

9 10030600

10 I40296

11 152443

12 129895

13 137553

14 137152

15 110485X

I6 140329

18 72140505

19 132827

20 '145055

21 73680500

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 145325

28 19111016

29 131491

30 138776

31 129963

32 153531

33 137266

34 144945

35 17490628

36 19131316

37 131494

Deck Asm., Mower 46" 38 137554

Bracket Asmo, Sway Bar 39 144917

Retainer Spring 40 137273

Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 41 17490620

Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 42 122052X

Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 3/8 43 144949

Washer, Hard BLade, Mower 44 t33943

Vented 45 145059

Blade, 46" Mower Deck 46 t37729

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204 47 144959

Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 48 148763

(Includes Key No, 12) 49 73680600

Housing, Mandrel 50 72110612

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 51 153390

Stripper, Mower Round 52 155191

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 101 145579

Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18 102 71161010

Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" 103 10071000

Nut, Crownlock 5/16q8 UNC 104 19061216

Stiffiner, Bracket 105 130758

Bracket, Deflector 106 2029J

Cap, Sleeve 116 137644

Spring, Torsbn, DefLector 117 133957

Nut, Push 118 73930600

Shield, Deflector Mower 119 19121414

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.. 126 144948

Rod, Hinge 127 146763

Screw, Hex Head, Thdrolt -- 143651

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented _- 151775

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Fig° Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

Anchor, Spring Deck 46"

Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Tytt

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

Pulley, Idler, Frat

Keeper, Belt, ldler

Pulley, Idler, Driven

Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent

Screw, Thdroil 3/8-t6 x 1-1/4 Tytt

Spacer, Retainer

Arm, Idler Secondary

Washer, Hardened

Cover, Mandret Deck

Screw, ThdrotL 1/4-20 x 5/8

V-Bett, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Primary

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 3/8q 6 x 1-1/2 Gr 5

Washer Felt

Pulley idler Flat 46 Pri Drive

Cover, Mulching

Screw

Washer, Lock #10

Washer

Latch Asm.. Bagger

Nut, Weld

BoLt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga..

Arm, idler, Primary Deck 46"

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim_ 4_25

Mandrel Asm Service

Deck Complete (Std Deck-Order

separately mulcher plate and gauge

wheel components Key Nos_ 101-

106 and 116-118)

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

1inch = 25.4 mm

45.

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650

58

34

26

23

59

28

91

j 52

91

9O 52

.J

53

35

113

46

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -MODEL NUMBER 310-0650

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142930 Housing, Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x7/8 x.060

2 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 44 150829 Differential Assembly

3 142932 Seal, Lip 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x.13

4 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 53 142961 Seal 75 x 1.25 x 250

5 142933 Ring, Retaining 56 142963 Shaft, Input

6 142934 Bearing, Shaft Bali 58 142964 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.38

7 142935 Bearing, Cradle 59 142965 Pin ..50D x.43 ID x..750

8 150771 Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13 62 142966 Arm, Control

9 142937 Swashplate, Variable 63 142967 Puck, Dampener

13 142938 Block, Cylinder Assembly 64 142920 Set Screw

14 142939 Arm, Trunnion 68 '142969 Spring

15 142940 Seal, Lip 69 144610 Stud 5/16-24

17 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971 Jackshaft Assembly

18 150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806 Jackshaft

19 150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x I6 88 142973 Screw, Cap

23 142944 Block, Cylinder Assembly 89 142974 Washer 7/16 x 1 x 1/2

24 142945 Seal, Lip 10 x 25 x 7 90 142975 Sleeve Bearing

25 142946 Actuator, Bypass 91 142976 Seal, Wiper

26 150774 Center Section Assembly Kit 92 142977 Spring, Block

27 142948 Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8 93 142978 Washer, Block Thrust

28 142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917 Cap, Vent Assembly

29 142950 Washer 26 x 35 x 1 114 1429t8 Fitting, O-Ring Assembly

34 14295'1 Oil Filter Element 119 142980 Spacer

35 142952 Arm, Bypass 134 144607 Nut, Castle 5/i6-24

36 142953 Ring, Retaining 135 144608 Pin, Cotter

37 142954 Arm, Actuating 139 150775 Spring, Compression

38 142955 Pin, Actuating 140 150776 Nut, Hex 5/16-24

39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4

40 150778 Locknut, Hex 5/16-24 UNJC NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches

41 142958 Brake Rotor/Stator Kit 1 inch = 25.4 mm

47'

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

BRIGGS & STRA_ON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01

24

32

601

601

26

24O

523

.._ 842

%

422

284A

525

524 0

284

534

535

445

235

537

642

161

48

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01

t358GASKETSETI

186iPUMPREPAIRKnl

121 CARBURETOR KIT

I IH llll ii ,H

IGASKET SET

i i

859

95

394

104 103

102

_119

434 392 _117 I

78

468

_332

Q75

188

@ 1006

334 851

_363

482

51

51A

232

_===_202

257

52

205

634

52

54

356

877

337

_635

383

49

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01

653

229

@ _92

783

615A

801

8O2

201

209A 209

414

206

207

224

50

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01

9

8A

572

10A

lO

304

9

3O5

322

881

5A

13

I,o,_ow._,;sMAI,IUA,-II,ol,'-AB_"_'Tt

"_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

305

308

306

307

308A 307

305A

51

REPAUR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256670

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 497074 Cylinder Assembly 54 94764 Screw, Sems

2 399265 Bushing 75 222511 Washer, Spring

3 391086 *Seal, Oil 78 94326 Screw, Seres

5 493457 Head, Cylinder#1 90 495181 Carburetor

5A 493458 Head, Cylinder#2 91 495035 Body Assembly, Upper

7 271867 -* Gasket, Cylinder Head #1 93 231209 Bushing, Throttle Shaft

7A 271868 ,* Gasket, Cylinder Head #2 94 491538 ** Valve, Idle Adjust

8 495754 Breather Assembly #1 95 93499 Screw, Seres

8A 222892 Cover, Breather Cylinder #2 96 221939 Vatve, Throttle

(Used Only on Key #572, 97 392672 Shaft, Throttle

Air Baffle with Holes for Mounting) 98 91920 Screw, Fillister Head

9 27803 ,*Gasket, Breather 99 26157 Spring, Throttle Adjust

10 94382 Screw, Seres 102 271607 ** Gasket, Carburetor Body

10A 94830 Screw, Seres 103 298514 Float, Carburetor

11 280225 Tube, Breather 104 230896 **Pin, Float Hinge

12 271703 * Gasket, Crankcase, .015" Thick 105 394683 ** Valve, Needle

271188 * Gasket, Crankcase, .005" Thick 107 491543 Body Assembly, Lower

271!89 * Gasket, Crankcase, _.009"Thick 108 223534 Valve, Choke

13 94565 Screw, Cylinder Head 109 392673 Shaft, Choke

15 94239 Plug, Oil Drain 116 280474 * O-Ring

16 394028 Crankshaft 117 231338 Jet, Needle Vaive, Fixed

94196 Timing Gear Key 231333 Jet, Needle Valve, Fixed,

18 493304 Sump, Engine High Altitude

20 291675 *Sea], Oil 119 94152 Screw, Hex Head

22 94724 Screw, Seres 121 491539 Carburetor Kit

23 491180 Flywheel 127 223472 ** Plug, Welch

24 222698 Key, Flywheel 161 496599 Base, Air Cleaner

25 498584 Piston Assembly, Standard Size 165 94289 Nut, Wing

498585 Piston Assembly, .010" Oversize 187 299146 Line, Fuel, 28" Long (Cut to Suit)

498586 Piston Assembly, .020" Oversize 188 94627 Screw

498587 Piston Assembly, .030" Oversize 201 262683 Link

26 394959 Ring Set, Standard Size 202 262684 Link

394960 Ring Set, .010" Oversize 203 280997 Crank, Bell

394961 Ring Set, .020" Oversize 205 93971 Screw, Hex Head

394962 Ring Set, .030" Oversize 206 94298 Nut, Square

27 263129 Lock, Piston Pin 207 262337 Spring, Control Rod

28 299691 Pin, Piston, Standard Size 209 262352 Spring, Governor

391286 Pin, Piston, °005" Oversize 209A 261563 Spring, Governor Idle

29 394306 Rod, Connecting, Standard Size 219 394348 Gear, Governor

397158 Rod, Connecting, .020" Undersize 219A 393415 Oil Slinger

32 94671 Screw, Connecting Rod 220 222773 Washer, Thrust

33 390420 Valve, Exhaust 222 491282 Bracket, Control

34 26t 528 Valve, Intake 224 94297 Screw, Pan Head

35 65906 Spring, Valve, Intake 227 491297 Lever Assembly, Governor

36 26828 Spring, Valve, Exhaust 229 62I 99 Washer

40 221596 Retainer, Valve, Intake

41 292260 Retainer, Valve, Exhaust * Included in Gasket Set (495868)

42 494553 Keeper, Valve

45 261368 Tappet, Valve ** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539)

46 213520 Gear, Cam

50 213290 Manifold, Intake *** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539),

51 271412 **** Gasket, Carburetor Mounting and Pump Repair Kit (393397)

51A 281411 Spacer, Carburetor

52 270884 ** Gasket, Intake Manifold Mounting .... Included in Gasket Set (495868),

53 93970 Screw, Hex Head, and Carbui'etor Kit (491539)

Carburetor to Manifold

• Included in Valve Overhaul Gasket Set (498047)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

52

REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9'17.256670

BRIGGS &STRATTON ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

230 223882 Washer, Governor Crank, Inside 569 272645 * Gasket, Base

572 224816 Baffle, Air, Cylinder #2

232 262539 Spring, Link

235 224995 Shietd, Fuel Spray 573 491304 Plate, Back

240 394358 Filter, Fuel 592 92278 Nut, Hex.

244 230318 Connector, Fue! Line 601 93053 CIamp, Hose

257 93897 Screw, Seres 615 94296 Retainer, E-Ring

258 94623 Screw, Seres 615A 263080 Retainer

284 94674 Screw, HexHead 616 491530 Crank, Governor

284A 94694 Screw, Hex Head 634 271013 ** Washer, Throttle Shaft

304 495587 Housing, Blower, Red 634A 491287 * Seal, Governor Shaft

305 94786 Screw, Seres 635 66538 Boot, Spark Plug

305A 93343 Screw, Seres 642 225008 Cover, Air Cleaner

306 222846 Shield, Cylinder 643 496700 Plate, Air CIeaner

653 93585 Screw, Hex Head

306A 223734 Shield, Cylinder

307 94386 Screw, Self-Tapping 726 391362 Gear, Ring

308 224774 Cover, Air Guide (Includes Mounting Parts)

308A 224775 Cover, Air Guide 741 262989 Gear, Timing

309 497596 Motor, Starter 783 280104 Gear, Starter

310 94003 Bolt, Thru 801 394860 Cap, Drive

311 497608 Brush Set 802 497607 Cap, End

332 230674 Nut, Hex 803 497604 Housing, Starter

333 394891 Armature, Magneto 814 392608 Wire, Alternator

334 94731 Screw, Sems 819 94675 Screw, HexHead

337 802592 Plug, Spark 842 270920 * Seal, Cap

356 494705 Wire, Stop 847 495715 Tube Assembly, Oil

358 491856 Gasket Set 851 493880 Terminal, Cable

363 19203 Flywheel Puller 858 270989 *** Diaphragm, Carburetor

383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug 859 271025 *** Gasket, Pump

387 280197 Body, Pump 860 261358 *** Spring, Diaphragm

392 261395 *** Spring, Diaphragm 86! 393397 Repair' Kit, Pump

394 270988 *** Diaphragm, Carburetor 868 497212 • Seal, Valve

414 220680 Washer 869 261463 Seat, Valve, Intake

422 222875 Bracket, Oil Flit 870 2133t6 Seat, Valve, Exhaust

432 221377 *** Cap, Spring 87I 261961 Bushing, Guide (Exhaust Only)

434 223688 Cover, Diaphragm 231218 Bushing, Guide (Intake, Brass)

435 93829 Screw, Diaphragm Cover 877 393537 Wire, Alternator

445 394019 Filter, Air 881 495901 Plate, Cover

468 497908 Screen, Rotating 955 397882 Plug and Seal, Solenoid

474 392595 Alternator, Dual Circuit 1005 281053 Fan, Flywhee!

482 93621 Screw, Sems 1006 224413 Retainer, Fan

510 497606 Drive, Starter !019 496726 Label Kit

523 494947 Cap, Oil Fill t058 272112 Owner's Manual

524 271157 * Seal, Fill Tube 1090 497605 Retainer, Brush

525 495348 Tube, Oil Fill (Includes Seals) 1095 498047 , Gasket Set, Valve Overhaul

528 393815 Line, Vacuum

534 94823 Screw, Air Cleaner RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1600-1800

535 272490 Filter, Air High Speed: 3200-3400

537 271411 **** Gasket, Air Cleaner

544 497603 Armature, Starter * Included in Gasket Set (495868)

552 262332 Lower Bushing, Governor

552A 262331 Upper Bushing, Governor ** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539)

556 93585 Screw, Hex Head

562 93853 Bolt, Governor Lever *** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539),

567 94811 Screw, Hex Head, and Pump Repair Kit (393397)

Back Plate to Cylinder .... Included in Gasket Set (495868),

and Carburetor Kit (491539)

• Included in Valve Overhaul Gasket Set (498047)

NOTE: AII component dimensions given in UoS inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

53

54

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

i ""

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

!

15°MAX.

8_ AIR8

OWN R'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.256670

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

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

®

19.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC)

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 wilt be found on the

blower housing of the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Con Service Center/Department and most Re-

tail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

•PRODUCT- TRACTOR

°MODEL NUMBER -917.256670

eENGINE MODEL NO. -42A707-1625-01

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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..

154396 Revo 1 06_25,96 RH Printed in U.S.Ao -"