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Owner's Manual
JCRRFTSMIIN"I
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272962
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment.
Foranswerstoyourquestions aboutthisproduct,Call:
1-800-659-5917
Seers Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
Warranty ............................................... 2
Safety Rules ......................................... 3
Product Specifications.......................... 6
Assembly.............................................. 8
Operation............................................ 12
Maintenance....................................... 19
Maintenance Schedule...................... 19
Service and Adjustments.................... 23
Storage ............................................... 31
Troubleshooting.................................32
Repair Parts........................................ 36
Parts Ordedng ..................... Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PAF_I'S
For two(2) years from the date of purchase,if this CraftsmanRiding Equipmentis maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner's
manual, Sears willrepair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defectivein
matedal or workmanship.Warrantyservice is available free of charge by takingyour
Craftsmanridingequipmentto your nearest Sears Service Center. In-homewarranty
service is availablebut a tdp charge will apply.This warrantyappliesonlywhile this productis in the UnitedStates.
ThisWarranty does not cover:.
• Expendableitemswhich become worn duringnormal use, such as blades, spark
plugs,air cleaners, belts and oilfilters.
• Tire replacementor repair caused by puncturesfrom outsideobjects,such as nails, thorns,stumps,or glass.
• Repairs necessary because of operatorabuse, includingbut not limitedto, damage caused by towing objectsbeyond the capabilityof the ddingequipment,impacting
objectsthat bendthe frame or crankshaft,or over speedingthe engine.
• Repairs necessarybecause of operatornegligence,includingbut not limitedto,
electricaland mechanicaldamage caused by improperstorage, failure to use the
propergrade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable
debds, or the failure to maintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructionscon- tained in the owner's manual.
• Engine (fuel system)cleaningor repairscaused by fuel determinedto be contami-
nated or oxidized(stale). In general,fuel shouldbe used withinthirty(30) days of its purchasedate.
• Riding equipmentused for commercialor rentalpurposes.
LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY
For ninety(90) days from date of pumhase, if any batteryincludedwith this dding
equipmentprovesdefective in matadal or workmanshipand our testingdetermines the batterywill not hold a charge, Sears will replacethe battery at no charge.Warranty
service is available free of charge by takingyour Craftsmanddingequipmentto your
nearest Sears Service Center. In-homewarrantyservice is availablebut a tdp charge
will apply.This warrantyapplies onlywhile this productis in the UnitedStates.
TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-HOME
WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME
This Warrantygives you specificlegal dghts, and you may also have other dghts which
may varyfrom stateto state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
hands
feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instruCtions could result in sedous injury or death.
I. GENERAL OPERATION Iio SLOPE OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow 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 is clear of other
peopla before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while backing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge
direction and do not point _t 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 tum off blades, set parking brake stop engine, and remove keys before dismount ng.
•Tum off blades when not mowing,
• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of dding mower-
related in odes.
These operators
should evaluate the r ability to operate the dding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.
Slopes are a ma'lor factor related to lass-ofcontrol and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up
the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO: limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will nOt have to stop or shift while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-
dations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.
These can change the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
• 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 turn on slopes unless neceso sery and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if poss b e.
• 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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Ill. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity, Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
• Be alert and tum machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.
• Never carry children.
They may fail off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision,
IV. SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
-Use only an approved container.
-Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.
-Never refuel the machine indoors.
-Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machineinside a closed area.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especiallyblade attachmentbotts,tightand keep equipmentin good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their properoperation regularly.
• Keep machinefree of grass, leaves, or other debris build*up.Clean oil or fuel stodng.
• Stop and inspectthe equipmentif you stdkean object. Repair,if necessary, before restarting.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
• Grass catcher componentsare subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, whichcould expose movingparts or allow objectsto be thrown. Frequently check componentsand replace with manufacturer'srecommendedparts,
when necessary.
• Mower bladesare sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and usa extra cautionwhen servicingthem.
• Check brake operationfrequently.
Adjustand service as required.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers or children
even with the blades off.
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
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* Be alert and tom machine off if children enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you willnot have to stop or shift while on the slope.
• Avoidstartingor stoppingon a slope. If tires lose traction,disengagethe blades and proceed slowlystraight downthe slope.
• If machinestops while going uphill, disengageblades, shift into reverse and back downslowly.
• Do not tum on slopes unlessneces-
sary, and then, turn slowlyand gradu- ally downhill,if possible.
_]lL,Lookfor this symbolto pointout importantsafety precautions.It means
CAUTIONtt! BECOMEALERTTt!YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_b CAUTION: In orderto prevent accidentalstarting when setting up,
transporting,adjusting or makingrepairs, always disconnectspark plug wire and place wire where it cannotcontactspark plug.
_, CALITION: Do not coast downa hill in neutral,you may lose controlof the tractor.
_ CAUTION: Towonlythe attachments that are recommendedby and comply with specificationsof the manufacturerof yourtractor.Use commonsense when towing.Operate onlyat the lowest possiblespeed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.Tires can lose tractionwith the groundand cause you to lose control of yourtractor.
_bWARNING: Engineexhaust,some of its constituents,and certainvehicle componentscontainor emit chemicals knownto the State of Californiato cause
cancer and birthdefectsor otherreproductiveharm.
_bWARNING: Batteryposts,terminals and relatedaccessoriescontain lead and lead compounds,chemicalsknownto the
State of Californiato cause cancer and birthdefectsor other reproductiveharm.
Wash hands after handling.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
GASOLINE
CAPACITY
ANDTYPE:
OILTYPE
API-SF-SJ):
OILCAPACITY:
3.5 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR
SAE 10W30
(ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30
(BELOW 32°F) w/FILTER: 4.5PINTE
W/O FILTER: 4.0PINT:
SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION
IGAP: .030") RC12YC
GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 5.8
(MPH):
TIRE
PRESSURE:
CHARGING
SYSTEM:
BATTERY:
REVERSE: 2.1
FRONT:
REAR:
14 PSI
10 PSI t5AMPS @ 3600RPM
BLADE BOLT
TORQUE:
AMP/HR: 35
MIN. CCA: 280
CASE SIZE:U1R
27-35 FT. LBS
CONGRATULATIONS _n your purchase
of a newtractor. It hasbeen designed,
engineeredand manufacturedto give you the best possibledependabilityand performance.
ShOuldyou experience any pret_lemyou cannoteasily remedy,please contact a
Sears or otherqualifiedservice center.
We have competent,well-trainedtechniclans and the propertoolsto service or repair thistractor.
Please read and retainthis manual. The instructionswill enable you to assemble and maintainyour tractorproperly.
Alwaysobservethe "SAFETY RULES".
REPAIR AGREEMENT
A Repair Agreementis available on this product. Contactyournearest Sears
store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observethe safety rules.
• Followa regularschedulein maintain-
ing, caringfor and usingyour tractor.
• Followthe instructionsunder "Mainte-
nance"and =Storage"sectionsof this owner's manual.
WARNING: This tractoris equipped with an internalcombustionengine and shouldnot be used on or near any unimprovedforest-covered_brush.
covered or grass,coveredland unlessthe
engine's exhaustsystem is equippedwith a spark arrestermeetingapplicable local or state laws (ifany). Ifa sparkarresteris used, it shouldbe maintainedin effective workingorder by the operator.
In the state of Californiathe above is requiredby law (Section4442 of the
Ca!ifomia Public ResourcesCode).
Other states may have similarlaws.
Federal laws applyon federal lands. A
spark arresterfor the muffleris available throughyour nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTSsectionof this manual).
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SteeringWheel
0
Steering
Wheel Insert
Seat
(1) Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge
(1) Knob
I
Mower
(1) Shoulder
Bolt 5/16-18
:
(4) Retainer Spdngs (single loop) (3) Retainer Spdngs (double loop)
Gauge Wheels
(2) Shoulder
Bolts
_(
_j)
(/_
3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge
(2) Washers
Video Cassette Keys Slope Sheet
(2) Keys
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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
TOOLS REQUIRED
(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) 1/2=wrench
(1) 3/4" socket with drive ratchet
FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
(1) Pliers
(1) Utility knife
(1) Tire pressure ga0ge
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 REMOVETRACTOR
CARTON
FROM
UNPACK CARTON
1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton.
2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat.
3. Remove mower and packing materials.
4. Check for any additional loose pads or cartons and remove.
BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR
FROM SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer from steering shaft.
2. Position front wheels of the tractor so
they are pointing straight forward.
3. Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.
4. Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter.
5. Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer previously removed.
Tighten securely.
6. Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.
7. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid.
SteeringWheel
SteedngWhee,_La_
Steering
Stesnng
Sleeve-
HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR
CHECK BATTERY
1. Lift hood to raisedposition.
NOTE: If this batteryis put intoservice after monthand year indicatedon label
(label located between terminals)charge
batteryfor minimumof one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BA'n'ERY"in Maintenance
sectionof this manualfor charging instructions).
• ......,;
"_Hex
\_-_:;'J
,'_"_1%,
,'_t_:
_ i_
Bolt
Lock Washer
F'a'
Steering
_Wheel
Adaptor
',,",;'
";"-- 'I I,',
Label
Adjustseatbefore knob.
1. Remove washer adjustment packing seattotractor.
2. Pivotseatupward thecardboard packing
3. Placeseatonseatpanandassemble bolt.Tighten
securely.
4. Assemble washer
5. Lower sitonseat.
6. Slideseatuntila comfortable isreached adjusted whichallowsyoutopress clutch/brake
7. Getoffseatwithout
8. Raiseseatandtightenadjustment knobsecurely.
TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and function of controls)
WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of
other people and objects.
1, Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed.
2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.
3. Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged" position.
4. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.
5. Place motion control lever in neutral
(N) position.
6. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
7, Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle
Shoulder SeatPa\ n _._, / position.
8. Release parking brake.
9. Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid.
10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position.
11.Tum ignition key to =OFF" position,:
Continue with the instructions that follow,
AdjustmentKnob
NOTE: You may now roll or drive your
tractor off the skid. Follow the appropdate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid.
TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operatk)n section for location and function of controls)
1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.
3. Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmis-
sion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the
Operation section of this manual),
4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT
Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brake.
1. Cut and remove ties securing antisway bar and belts. Swing an!i,sway bar to left side of mower deck.
2. Slide mower under tractor with
deflector shield to fight side of tractor.
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley gmove`=_,install belt into electric clutch pulley groove.
3. install one front link in top hole of the
R.H. front mower bracket and R.H.
front suspension bracket. Retain with two single loop retainer springs as shown.
4. install second front link in LH. front suspension bracket only and retain
with single loop retainer _;pdng as shown.
5.
Tum height adjustment knob counter- clockwise until it stops,
6. Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.
7. Place the L.PL suspension arm on inward pointing deck pin. If neces-
sary, reck 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.
8. Slide left side of mower back and
install the unattached front link in top
hole of the L.H. front mower bracket,
Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown.
9, Place the R.H. suspension arm on inward pointing deck pin. if neces-
sary, 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.
10. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis
bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.
11.Turn
height adjustment knob clock-
wise to remove slack from mower suspension.
12. Raise mower to highest position.
13.Assemble gauge wheels (See *TO
ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the
Operation section of this manual).
Double Loop
Retainer Spring
(Inward pointing deck pins)
CHECKTIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were ovednflated at the factory for shipping purposes.
Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.
CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower should be propedy leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER
HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS
See the fk:jul"esthat are shown for replec- ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade
drive belts in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.
Verify that the belts are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
Suspension
Arms
Front
Mower
Bracket
Electric
Clutch
Pulley
Front
Suspention
Brackets
Chassis
Bracket_
Shoulder Bolt
Gauge Wheel
Loop Retainer
Springs
3/8-1_
USEPLIERS FOR I
Double Loo_
Retainer Spring
Anti-Sway Bar Pulley
_ /_ _
/
Loop Down
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t/CHECKLIST
Beforeyou operate and enjoy your hew tractor,we wish to assurethat you receive the best performanceand satisfaction from this QualityProduct.
Please review the following checklist:
./'All assembly instructionshave been completed.
,/'No remaininglooseparts in carton.
,/Battery is properlyprepared and
charged. (Minimum1 hourat 6 amps).
v"Seat is adjustedcomfortablyand tightenedsecurely.
.,fAll tires are propedyinflated. (For shippingpurposes,the tires were
ovednflatedat the factory).
v'Be sure mower deck is properlyleveled results. (Tires mustbe propedyinflated for leveling).
v'Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure they are routed propedyaroundpulleys and insideall belt keepers.
.,/Check widng. See that all connections are stillsecure and wires are propedy clamped.
v"Beforedrivingtractor,be sure freewheel controlis in drive position.
While learninghow to use yourtractor,
pay extra attentionto the following importantitems:
V" Engine oilis at properlevel.
V"Fueltank is filled with fresh, Clean, regular unleaded gasoline.
v"Becomefamiliar with all controls- their
locationand function. Operate them beforeyou start the engine.
v'Be sure brake systemis in safe operating condition.
-,/It is importantto purge the transmission
beforeoperatingyourtractorfor the first time. Followproperstartingand transmissionpurginginstructions(See
"TO START ENGINE"and "PURGE
TRANSMISSION" in the Operation sectionof this manual).
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mayappear theirmeaning,
BATTERY CAUTION OR
WARNING
REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW
ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP
LIGHT
A
3r
MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED
R N H L
REVERSE
=
NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE
IGNITION
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED
KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)
FREE WHEEL
(Automatic Models only)
DANGER, KEEP HANDS ANO FEET AWAY
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KNOWYOURTRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR TRACTOR
Compare the illustrationswithyour tractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof
vadouscontrolsand adjustments. Save this manualfor future reference.
Ammeter Ignition Switch
Throffie
Attachment
Clutch
Switch
Lever
Plunger
Clutch/
'Attachment
Lift Lever
Adjustment
Knob
Free Wheel
Lever
Brake Lever
Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards
Institute.
A'rrACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH -
Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.
LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.
THRO'n'LE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching an_l braking the tractor and starting the engine.
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower cutting height.
IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to
raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position.
AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of battery.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position.
MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor.
FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages
transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.
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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 rapairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR
TO SET PARKING BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold.
2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-
GAGED" position and release
pressure from clutch/brake pedal.
Pedal should remain in =BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.
Choke
ParkingBrake
"En gaged
"
Control-,Position Push-Into
Attachment
Clutch SwRch
Pull Out to
\ \ __ "Disengage" ,Enna,.,e.
Throttle__ __--_._
• .,....-._'='
C°ntr°l"__L
clutc
Brake-_::_j _
Pedal_',lgffltion_Motion
_ _ -_
_"
_
"_
Key s-----Control
':_-I
Clutch/Brake
H_eioht-_
AdiH_trn_ f
Pedal "Odve" _n;-b-'''-n"
Position
STOPPING
"Disengaged"
Position
MOWER BLADES -
• To stop mower bledaa,move attach-
ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED" position.
GROUND DRIVE -
• To stop ground ddvel depress clutch/
brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.
IMPORTANT: The motion control lover 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. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.
• Never use choke to stop engine.
IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch
in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged,
(dead).
NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.
_kCAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc.
TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL
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 performance.
TO USE CHOKE CONTROL
Usa choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not usa to start a warm engine.
• To engage choke control, pull knob out.
Slowly push knob in to disengage.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever.
1. Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
2. Release parking brake and clutch/ brake pedal.
3. Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.
TO ADJUST MOWER CU'FFING HEIGHT
The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction.
• Turn knob clockwise ( F'I ) to raise cutting height.
• Turn knob counterclockwise (1_)to lower cutting height.
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The cutting height range is approximately
1-1/2" to 4-1/2", The heights are mea-
sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches
3. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.
TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control.
_kCAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.
during hot months. For healthier and
better looking lawns, mow often and
after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be
mowed twice, Make the first cut
Attachment Clutch
Switch ullOut t o
_En-a-ed" f._
U U_a._._ (_
/
- _
_ i
Lever High
Position
_- _-_?_.___ ..
-_ _ LJ_ 7,'1_
Position relatively high; the second to desired height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
Push-In to
Disengaged" _', '_0_
,
-_-_::[_'._._Deflector
'_'Shield
TO OPERATE ON HILLS
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting
height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.
_ICAUTION: Do not ddve up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not ddve across any slope.
• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills.
• Avoidstopping or changing speed on hills.
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor
on a flat level surface.
!, Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See 'I"O ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual).
2, With mower in desired height of cut
position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the
ground. Install gauge wheel in appropdate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/
8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.
3. Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.
3/8-16
Locknut
• If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position.
• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.
IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not ratum to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.
• Make all turns slowly.
TO TRANSPORT
Gauge
Wheel
Mounting
',
When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.
Gauge
TO OPERATE MOWER
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.
1. Select desired height of cut.
2. Lower mower with attachment lift control.
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1. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.
2. Remove retainer spring from free- wheel control rod.
3. Push control rod in to disengage transmission and reinsed retainer spdng into control rod hole now on back side of the bracket.
• Donotpushortowtractor two(2)MPH.
transmission, aboveprocedure.
Topmtocthood
when transportingyour tractoron a truck or a trailer,be sure hood is closedand securedto tractor. Use an appropriate means of tyinghoodto tractor(rope, cord, etc.).
TOWING CARTS AND OTHERA'I-rACH-
MENTS
Tow only the attachments that are
recommended by and comply wiih specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor, Use common sense when towing.
Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.
BEFORE STARTINGTHE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
ENGINE
The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already tilled with summer weight oil.
1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.
2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick; wipe oil off, Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until
"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.
Do not overfill.
• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL
VISCOSITY CHART" in the Maintenance section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-
nance section in this manual.
ADD GASOLINE
• Fillfuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasolinewith a minimumof
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increasecarbon and lead oxide
depositsand reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Pumhasefuel in quantitiesthat can be used within30 daysto assure fuel freshness.
IMPORTANT: When operatingin temperaturesbelow32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean wintergrade gasolineto help insuregood cold weather starting.
_kWARNING: Experienceindicatesthat
alcoholblendedfuels (called gasonolor usingethanol or methanol)can attract moisturewhich leads to separationand formationof acids dudngstorage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel systemof an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems,the fuel system shouldbe emptiedbefore storageof 30 days or longer. Drain the gastank, startthe
engine and let it run untilthe fuel lines
and carburetorare empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructionsfor additionalinformation. Never use engine
or carburetorcleaner productsin the fuel
tank or permanentdamage may occur.
CAUTION: Fillto bottomofaas tank filter neck. Do not overfill. Wip_'offany
spilledoil or fuel. Do not store,spillor
use gasolinenear an open flame.
TO START ENGINE
Whenstartingtheenginefor thefirsttimeorif
theenginehas runoutoffus_,itwilltakeextra
timeto movefuelfrom thetankto the engine.
1. Be sure freewheel controlis in the transmissionengaged position.
2. Sit on seat in operatingposition, depressclutch/brakepedal and set parkingbrake.
3. Place motioncontrollever in neutral
(N) position.
4. Move attachmentclutchto "DISEN-
GAGED" position.
5. Move throttlecontrolto fast position
6. Pull choke controlout for a cold
engine startattempt.For a warm engine startattemptthe chokecontrol may not be needed.
NOTE: Beforestarting,readthewarmand coldstaringproceduresbelow.
7. Insertkey intoignitionand turn key
clockwiseto "START" positionand release key as soon as engine starts.
Do not run starter continuouslyfor
16 more than fifteen secondsper minute,
if the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control
in, wait a few minutes and try again. If
engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry.
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)
8. 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, restartthe engine and allow it to warm up for one minute usingthe choke as described above.
COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)
8. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, 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.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP
Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows:
1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.
2. Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return to operating position.
3. 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 en_line warm-up period after the
transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be putl=e,dout 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.
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PURGETRANSMISSION
_,CAUTION: Never engage or dlsengage freewheel lever while the engine is running.
To ensure proper operation and performanGe, it is recommended that the trans-
mission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.
IMPORTANT: Should your transmission
require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstaitation
before operating the tractor. f.
Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set.
2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling
position (See =TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual).
3. 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.
4. 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 will be
no movement of drive wheels. The air is
being removed from hydraulic drive system.
5. Move motion control lever to neutral
(N) position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake.
6. Engage transmission by placing _, freewheel control in driving position
(See =TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual).
7. 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.
8. 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.
Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal operation.
MOWINGTIPS
• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor.
• Mower should be propedy 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 trimming.
• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor.
This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.
• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the dght 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.
• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and
possible fire hazard from dried clip-
pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.
• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirableclumps. Allowgrass to dry before mowing.
• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowingperformanceand proper dischargeof material. Regulate groundspeed by selectinga low
enough gear to give the mowercutting performanceas well as the qualityof cut desired.
• When operatingattachments,selecta groundspeed that willsuit the terrain and give best performanceof the attachment being used. l f
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tractor does net cover
items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.
• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and
check blades and belts for wear. A new
spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.
Zerk
LUBRICATION CHART
Tie Rod BallJoints
_)Front Wheel
Bearing
Zerk
_)Steedn
Sector
Gear
Teeth
Zerk
Zerk
BEFORE EACH USE
(_Spray Silicone Lubriant (Move Boots to
Lubricate)
®General Purpose Grease
_)Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Check brake operation.
3. Check tire pressure.
4. Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation.
5. Check for loose fasteners.
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon beadngs.
Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the seit-lubdcating peadngs.
If you feel they must be lubriceted,
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use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.
TRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when
performing any maintenance.
BRAKE OPERATION
If tractor requires more than six (6) fast stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
TIRES
Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working propedy. If your
tractor does not function as dsscdbed, repair the problem immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position.
• When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the
seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine.
• The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat.
BLADE CARE
IMPORTANT: To ensure properassembly,
center hole in blade must align withstar on mandrel assembly.
4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer
and flat washer in exact order as shown.
5. 'Tightenboltsecurely(27-35 Ft. Lbs.
torque).
IMPORTANT: Bladeboltis grade 8 heat treated.
MandrelAssembly
EdgeUp
Blade Center
Hole
• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
may be pumhased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
Lock Washer f
_---Hex Bolt (Grade)
*A Grade 8 heattreated boltcan be identified by six lines on the bolthead.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced.
An unbalanced blade will
cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a gdnding wheel.
Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.
• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer.
(When using a cone bal-
ancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.)
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.
• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.
If blade is balanced, it should remain in a hodzontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heaw end until the blade is balanced.
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Center Hole
For best _'esults mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.
BLADE REMOVAL
1. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.
2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade.
3. Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.
5,'8"Bolt
Blade
BATTERY
Yourtractorhas a batterychargingsystem
whichis sufficientfor normaluse. How- ever, periodic chargingof the battery with an automotivechargerwill extend its life.
• Keep battery and terminalsclean.
20" Keep batteryboltstight.
• Keep small vent holes open.
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes forI hour, attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary.
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and
terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power.
1. Remove terminal guard.
2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove
battery from tractor.
3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.
4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.
5. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
6. Reinstall battery (See =REPLACING
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND
ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual).
V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace
if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.
TRANSAXLE COOLING
The transmission fan and cooling fins 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. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle.
• 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 fins.
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle, Should the transexle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authodzed service center/department.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ.
Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.
Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight
(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.
• Be sure tractor is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.
• Catch oil in a suitable container.
1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil,
2. Remove drain plug.
3, After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.
4. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see
=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS* section of this manual.
5. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into the
tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading.
Keep oil
at =FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap
onto the tube securely when finished.
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Dipstick
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
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 dded gum fibem;
CLEAN A|R INTAKE/COOLING AREAS
To insure proper cooling, make sure the
grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other
cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make
sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.
NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged
cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will P_ot run property using a
dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper c_rtddge every
100 hours of operation or every season,
whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.
1. Loosen knob and remove cover.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
2. Slide foam pre.,cleaner off cartridge.
3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.
4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry.
5. Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.
NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge
or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge.
6. Remove nut and cartridge plate.
7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge.
8. Check rubber seal for damage and proper position around stud. Replace if neceesary.
9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and not.
10.Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening knob.
Foam
Pre-Cleaner
Cartridge
Cartridge
ENGINE OIL RLTER
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could
create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- tor, replacement is required.
1. With engine cool, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections.
2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are propedy positioned,
4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
Clamp _
Fuel Filter
Nut
Rubber
Se=
Clamp
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CLEANING
_,
• Clean engine, battery, _;eat, finish, etc.
of all for'sign matter.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.
,_kCAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key•
5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire wher e it cannot com in contact with pluQ.
TRACTOR
TO INSTALL MOWER
TO REMOVE MOWER
1. Place attachment clutch in =DISEN-
GAGED" position.
2. Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.
3. Lower mower to its lowest position.
4. Remove retainer spring holding antiswaybar to chassis bracket and
disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.
5. Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at deck and disen-
gage arms from deck.
6. Raise attachment lift to its highest position.
7. Remove two retainer springs from
each front link and remove links.
8. Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric clutch pulley.
9. Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.
IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the
tractor, remove the front links.
Follow procedure described in "INSTALL
MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the
Assembly section of this manual.
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" manual).
section of this
If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower•
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT
• Raise mower to its highest position.
• Measure height from bottom edge of
mower to ground level at front comers
of mower. Distance "A" on both sides
of mower should be the same•
• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side.
AdjustmentNuts Lift Front Mower
Links Bracket
Electric
Chassis
Bracket _.
Arms
Retainer
.Spdng
Anti-Sway Bal
Retainer Spring.=
Retainer
Spnng
Mower
Bracket
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• To lower one side of mower,.Ioosen lift link adjustment nut on that side.
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16".
• Recheck measurements after adjusting.
BottomEdge of
Mowerto _
BottomEdge of
[_ZZZZZ_ _Mowerto
Gr°und _l _I__V
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT
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
the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Measure distance "F" directly in front of and behind the mandrel at bottom edge
of mower housing as shown.
• Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are equal in length.
• If links are not equal in length, adjust
one link to same length as other link.
• To lower front of mower housing,
loosen nut "(3" on both front links an
equal number of turns.
• When distance "F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut "H"
against trunnion on both front links.
• To raise front of mower housing, loosen
nut "H" from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut "G" on both front links an equal number of turns.
• When distance =F" is 1/8" to 1/2" Io_,er
at front than rear, tighten-nut "H"
against trunnion on both front links.
NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will change dim. "F" by approximately 3/8".
• Recheck side-to*side adjustment.
Nut "H_ Nut
"G"
GrOund
Trunni0n/_
Front Links
TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL
1. Park tractor on a level surface.
Engage parking brake.
2. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel cover and remove cover.
3. Roll belt over the top of L.H. mandrel pulley.
4. Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.
5. Remove belt from idler pulleys.
6. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.
7. Check primary idler arm and two
idlers to see that they rotate freely.
8. Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and bolt in mower housing.
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION
9. Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers as shown.
10. Install new belt onto electdc clutch pulley.
11 .Roll belt into upper groove of L.H.
mandrel pulley.
12.Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.
13.Reassemble
L.H. mandrel cover.
Electdc
Clutch
Mower
,=F _
Both FrontLinksShould be Equal in Length
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Idler Arm
Keepe_
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE
BELT
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
1. Remove mower ddve belt (See "TO
REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).
2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this manual).
3. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel cover and remove cover.
Unhook
spring from bolt on mower housing.
4. Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel pulley.
5. Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and L.H. mandrel pulley.
6. Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.
7. Check secondary idler arm and idler
to see that they rotate freely.
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8. Be sure spdng is hooked in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket.
9. Install new belt in lower groove of L.H.
mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.
10.Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley.
Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.
11. Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel cover,
12. Reinstall mower to tractor (See
"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE
BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual).
• Reassemble mower ddve belt (See
"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).
Mower
Left Hand Blade Center
Mandrel Drive Belt Mandrel
Idler Right
Hand
Mandrel
Cover
Idler Arm
Anti-Sway-
Bar Bracket
TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
The electdc clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.
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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 Sears or other qualified service center.
t.
Make sure attachment clutch and
ignition switches are in =OFF" position.
2. Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts 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 electdc
clutch, run tractor at full throttle and
engage and disengage electdc clutch 10 cycles to wear in clutch plate.
Rotor Slot (3) ClutchPlate
e. ake/
I t'laze _
TO ADJUST BRAKE
I \Nylon
I
Locknut (3)
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake m_mtbe adjusted.
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.
2. Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.
3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn nut =A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Rstighten jam nut
against nut =A".
4. 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 a Sears or other qualified service center.
With Parking Brake
"Engaged"
Nut "A"
_.
\/Arm
Ja_p: autting
C --41
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
Park the tractoron level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of servicethere is a belt installationguide decal on bottom of left footrest.
1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this manual.)
BELT REMOVAL-
2. Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt).
3. Remove belt from clutching and fan idler pulleys.
4. Loosen belt keeper above transaxle pulley.
5. Remove belt from transaxle pulley.
6. Remove belt from engine pulley and front V-idler pulley.
7. Pull belt out of all belt keepers and
remove from tractor.
BELT INSTALLATION -
1. Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of all belt keepers.
2. Route belt on right side, coming from
V-idler, towards back of tractor, above midspan belt keeper and to top of transaxle pulley.
3. Route belt on left side, coming from
engine pulley, towards back of tractor and through loop in midspan belt keeper.
4. Place V part of belt into grooves on
transaxle and fan idler pulleys, making sure to route belt inside of a!l
belt keepers.
5. Retightan belt keeper above transaxle pulley.
6. Place belt around clutching idlers as shown, making sure to route belt inside of all belt keepers.
7 Check to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on proper side of all belt keepers.
8. Reinstall mower.
IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment
Tractor V-Belt Drive Schematic
Viewed From L.H.
Transaxle Pulley
Side of Tractor
Clutching Idle
Eng.ins
Clutching Rat Idler \
_'ulleYAbove Belt
V-Idler
Belt Keepers
_r'_.-_-
Belt Twists
] Belt Keeper Fan Idler
Engine Pulley
V
_-_._
_[_ v'ldler
! AS Viewed From
Bottom
TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER
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 h01d its position while at a
selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the dght side of chassis.
1. Park tractor on level surface. Stop
tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF"
position and engage parking brake.
2. Place motion control lever in neutral
(N) position.
3. While holding Iocknut, loosen jam nut
4. Tighten Iocknut 1/4 turn.
5. While holding Iocknut, tighten jam nut securely.
NOTE= If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes too
excessive, reverse the above adjustment
procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 turn.
Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary.
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TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-
MENT
Should your transmission require
removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after rainstallation and
before operating the tractor. See =PURGE
TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual.
TO ADJUST STEER NGWREEL AL GN-
MENT
If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal {left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight forward, remove steering wheet and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary.
TO CHECK TOE-IN -
1. Position front wheels straight ahead.
2. Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires (dimensions "A"
and "B").
• Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to
1/4" less than rear dimension =B".
TO ADJUST TOE-IN -
1. Loosenjam nuts at adjustment
sleeveson tie rod.
2. Adjusttie roduntil dimension"A" is
1/8"to 1/4" less than dimension"B",
3. Tightenjam nuts securely.
FRONT WHEEL CAMBER
The front wheel camber is not adjustable on yourtractor, If damage has occurredto
affectthe front wheel camber,contacta
Sears or otherqualifiedservice center.
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
FRONTWHEEL-
1. Block up axle securely.
2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal.
3. Repair tire and reassemble.
4. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.
5. Replace axle cover.
REAR WHEEL t.
Block rear axle securely.
2. Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.
3. Repair tire and reassemble.
Replace and tighten hub bolts securely.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and
prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire
sealant may be purchased from your
local parts dealer. Tire sealant also
prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.
Washers
Retaining _
Ring \
Axle \
I\
A_.
_r__'_l,I
I \ II( ((_%'_ Ill
Jam Nuts
Sleeves
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK
BA'n'ERY
4_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteriesgenerate explosivegases. Keep sparks, flame and
smekJngmaterialsaway from batteries.
Always wear eye protectionwhen around batteries.
Ifyour battery is too weak to startthe engine, it
should be recharged. (See =BATTERY"in the
MAINTENANCE ssc_on of this manual).
If '_umper cables"are used for emergency
starting,follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT: Yourtractoris equipped witha
12 volt negativegrounded system.The other vehical must also be a 12 volt negative groundedsystem. Do not use your tractor
batteryto startother vehicles.
TO ATTACHJUMPER CABLES -
1. Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis.
2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable
to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.
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_. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,
away from fuel tank and battery.
;O REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -
I. BLACK cable first from chassis and
then from the fully charged battery.
_.. RED cable last from both battedes.
REPLACING BA'rrERY
• I=CAUTION: Do not short battery
terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wdstwatch bands, rings, etc.
Positive terminal must be connected first
to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.
1. Lift hood to raised position.
2. Remove terminal guard.
3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then'
RED battery cable and carefully
remove battery from tractor.
4. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery.
5. Reinstall terminal guard.
6. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery' terminal with hex
bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.
7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut.
Tighten securely
8.
Close terminal access doors.
9.
Close hood,
Terminal Keps Nut _
Access .... _:, _,_
Flex Bolt
Terminal
Guard_
.J
__"_ (Red)
Cabe
TO REPLACE HEADUGHT BULB
1. Raise hood.
2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill
3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the gdll.
4, Close hood.
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged widng may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.
• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section.
TO REPLACE FUSE
Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.
TO ADJUST A'rrACHMENT LIFT
SPRING
1. While holding spring bushing with
wrench, loosen jam nut.
• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and reduce lift effort for heavier attachments.
• Turn adjustment bolt countemlockwise for lighter attachments.
2. Retighten jam nut against spdng bushing.
IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maximum
spring tension when using light attachments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever spdng to aid in lifting attachment. Do not overpower spdng. When removing attachment, always adjust spdng tension to its lowest position,
Adjustment Bolt Spring Bushing
LiftSpring
°//
Jam Nut
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
ASSEMBLY
1. Raise hood.
2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.
3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.
4. To replace, reverse above procedure.
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HeadligM Wire
Connector
ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-read engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE
The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necesSary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable, if adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:
1. With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position.
2. Check that speed control lever is against stop screw. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle cable until lever is against screw.
Tighten clamp screw securely.
Idle Fuel
Needle
Idle Speed
Screw
TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:
1. With engine not running, move choke
control (loCated on dash panel) to full choke position.
2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor
choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the
Maintenance section of this manual).
3. Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke_cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely.
4. Reassemble air cleaner.
Closed For Full_
Choke r'hrettle
Control
Cable
Stop
Clamp _crew
Choke
Control
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ro ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been present at the
_actory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows:
In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out
(counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a dcher fuel/ air mixture.
IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and the seats in carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight.
PRELIMINARY SETI'ING -
1. Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see "TO ADJUST
THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then tum _ut (counterclockwise) 1 turn.
FINAL SETTING -
1. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shiff/motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
2. Idle speed settina - With throttle control lever in slow position, engine should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attained.
3. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle
control lever in slow position, turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) until engine speed decreases and then rum out (counterclockwise) approximately 3/4 turn to obtain the best low speed performance.
4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary.
ACCELERATION TEST -
5. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, tum idle fuel adjusting needle
out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.
Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted.
Do not adjust-damage may result.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous.
If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.
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Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the
tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
• l, CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
t.
Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual).
2.
Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
3. Lubdcate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual.
4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened.
Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
BATTERY
• Fully charge the battery for storage.
• After a pedod of time in storage, battery may require recharging.
• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage dudng long perinds of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see
"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-
NALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual).
• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals.
• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposites from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank dudng storage.
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Also, expedance indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of and engine while in storage.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank
and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
1. Remove spark plug(s).
2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s),
3. Turn ignition key to "START" position
for a few seconds to distribute oil.
4. Replace with new spark plug(s).
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or did in your gasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your tractor indoors
and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.
• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows conden-
sation to form and will cause your tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
tROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM
Will not start
CAUSE CORRECTION
I.
Out of fuel.
2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly.
3. Engine flooded.
4. Bad spark plug.
5. Dirty air filter.
6. Dirty fuel filter.
7. Water in fuel.
1. Fill fuel tank.
2. See "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 carbure tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.
8. Loose or damaged widng. 8. Check all wiring.
9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section.
10. Engine valves out of adjustment.
t0.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
Hard to start
Englnewill not turn over
Engine clicks but will not start
Loss of power
1. Dirty air filter.
2. Bad spark plug.
3. Weak or dead battery.
4. Dirty fuel filter.
5. Stale or dirty fuel.
6. Loose or damaged widng.
7. Carburetor out of adjustment.
8. Engine valves out of adjustment.
1. Cleardmplace air filter.
2. Replace spark plug.
3, Recharge or replace battery.
4. Replace fuel filter.
5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.
6. Check all wiring.
7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service Adjustments section.
8. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed
2. Attachment clutch is engaged.
3. Weak or dead battery.
4. Blown fuse.
5. Corroded bpttery terminals.
• 6. Loose or damaged widng.
7.
Faulty ignition switch.
8. Faulty solenoid or starter.
9. Faultyoperatorpresence switch(es).
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.
2. Disengage attachment clutch.
3. Recharge or replace battery.
4: Replace fuse.
5. Clean battery terminals.
6. CheCk al! widng.
7. Check/replace ignition switch,
8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.
). Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
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 Throttlein "CHOKE"
' : positon.
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1. Recharge or replace battery.
2. Clean battery terminals.
3. Check all widng.
4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.
1. Set in "Higher Cut"position/ reduce speed.
2. Adjustthrottlecontrol.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM
Loss of power
(continued)
CAUSE
3.
Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
4.
Dirty air filter.
5.
Low oil level/dirty oil.
6.
Faulty spark plug.
7.
Dirty fuel filter.
8. Stale or dirty fuel.
9. Water in fuel.
lO.Spark plug wire loose.
11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.
12. Dirty/clogged muffler.
13. Loose or damage d wiring,
14.Carburetor out of adjustment.
15_Enginevalves out of adjustment.
CORRECTION
3. Clean underside of mower housing.
4. Clean/replace air filter.
5. Check oil level/change oil.
6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.
7. Replace fuel filter.
8. Drain fuel tank and refill
with fresh gasoline.
9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.
10.Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
11.Clean engine air screen/ fins.
12. Clean/replace muffler.
13.Check all wiring.
14. See _1"oAdjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section.
15.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
Excessive vibration
Engine oontinues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment o!utch engaged
Poorout-uneven
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.
2. Bent blade mandrel.
3. Loose/damaged part(s).
1. Faultyoperator-safety presencecontrolsystem.
1. Replace blade.
Tightenblade bolt.
2. Replace blade mandrel.
3. Tighten loosepart(s).
Replace damaged parts.
1. Check widng, switchesand connections.If not corrected contacta Sears or other qualifiedservice center.
1. Wom, bent orloose blade.
2. Mower deck not level.
3, Buildupof grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
4. Bent blade mandrel.
5. Clogged mower deck vent from build-upof grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
2. Level mower deck.
3. Clean underside of mower housing.
4. Replace blade mandrel.
5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.
Mowerblades will not rotate
1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.
2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.
3. Frozen idler pulley.
4. Frozen blade mandrel.
1. Remove obstruction.
2.
Replace mower drive belt.
3.
Replace idler pulley.
4.
Replace blade mandrel.
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PROBLEM
Poor grass
_ischarge
Headlight(s) not working
(if so equipped)
Battery will not charge
Loss of drive
CAUSE
CORRECTION
1. Engine speed too slow.
2. Travel speed too fast.
3. Wet grass.
4. Mower deck not level.
5. Low/uneventire air pressure.
6. Worn, bent or looseblade.
1. Place throttlecontrolin
=FAST"position.
2. Shift to slowerspeed.
3. Allow grassto dry before mowing.
4. Level mower deck.
5. Check tires for properair pressure.
6. Replace/sharpenblade.
Tighten blade bolt.
7. Clean undersideof mower i7. Buildupof grass, leaves ant trash under mower.
E3.Mower drivebelt worn.
9. Blades improperlyinstalled. housing.
8. Replace mower drive belt.
9. Reinstallblades sharp edge down.
10. Improperblades used.
11.Clogged
mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
10.Replace with blades listed in this manual.
11.Clean aroundmandrels to open vent holes.
1. Switchis"OFF".
2. Bulb(s)bumed out.
3, Faultylightswitch.
4. Looseor damaged widng.
5. Blown fuse.
1. Turn switch "ON".
2. Replace bulb(s).
3. ChecWreplace light switch.
4. Check widng and connections.
5, Replace fuse.
1. Replace battery.
2. Check/clean all connections.
3. Replace regulator.
1, Bad batterycell(s).
2. Poor cable connections.
3.
4.
Faulty regulator
(if so equipped).
Faultyalternator.
1.
2.
3.
Freewheel control in
=disengaged" position.
Motion ddve belt wom, damaged, or broken.
Air trapped in transmission dudng shipment or servicing.
4. Replace alternaton
1. Place freewheel controlin
"engaged" position.
2. Replace motiondrive belt.
3. Purge transmission,
Engine "backfires" 1.
whenturning engine
"OFF"
Engine throttle control not
set at "SLOW"
position for 30 seconds before stopping engine,
1. Move throttle control to
"SLOW _ position and allow
to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine,
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SCHEMATIC
TRACTOR - MODEl. NUMBER 917,272962
I
AMMETER
(OPTIONAL)
)EEl
3
3NITIO_ tWITCH
HEADLIGHTS PTO SWITCH
CIRCWR
IGNmoN SWITCH
RELAY
WIRING IN6ULATED CUPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED
CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR
WIRING.
REMOVABLE o
NON-REMOVABLE
-.-
35
H
GFC
DA
B
ELECTRICAL
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
11 i
29
ELECTRICAL
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
KEY PART
NO.
NO,
40
41
42
43
45
50
27
28
29
30
33
52
79
81
11
12
16
21
22
24
25
26
1
2
8
10
144927
74760412
7603J
145211
150109
145769
153664
166184
4152J
4014J
146686
10e824X
73510400
170697
160784
175566
140403
17(]_38
17720408
131563
175141
1_-_822X
174662
141940
163996
109748X
DESCRIPTION
Battery
Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4
Tray, Battery
Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc
Hold down Battery Dash Mount
Nut Push Nylon 1/4"
Switch Interlock Push-In
Hamess Socket Light W 4152J
Bulb Light
Cable, Battery
Cable, Battery
Fuse
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Cable, Ground
Switch, Plunger
Switch, Ign
Key, ignition
Harness Ign.
Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2
Cover, Terminal
Solenoid
Ammeter
Switch, PTO
Protection Wire Loop
Bulbholder
Relay Asm.
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches I inch = 25.4 mm
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CHASSIS
- MODEL
ANDENCLOSURES
47
122
2
17 144 t7
43
17
_130
7
38
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
KEY PART
NO, NO.
20
21
23
24
28
30
31
32
33
1
2
4
5
6
7
8
14
15
16
17
18
19
34
35
36
37
39
40
42
43
44
45
47
50
DESCRIPTION
175465
14_506
73800700
Rdll, Fran_ RH
Drawbar, Gt
NOt, Lock Hex 7/16 Uric
163976X428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl
157832
17720408
Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece
Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
145166 Support, Battery
161_23X568 Hood Asm., P!lt YTGT
16(T_68
121794X
17060612
Lens Asm Headlight Bar
Cover, Access
Screw 3/8-16 x .75
160994X558 Grille
19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
$1_523710
73680600
17060616
Bolt, FInHex 3/8-16xl
NOt Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
Scraw 3/8-16 x 1.5
145243X558 Footrast, RH
145244X558 Footrest, LH
145052
161419
161327
161326
Saddle, Hydro
Brace, Supt 1-pc VGT Steedng
Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh
Bracket, Pivot ChassLs Rh
142131
19111116
Bracket, Engine Support Rear
Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.
STD322507 Bolt' FIn Hex 5/16-18x3/4
167270X558 Fender Pnt
175278
156111
STD533710
Bracket, Axle Front
Bracket, S uppor t Axle/Englne
Bolt, Carriage 3/_-16xl
136939
136940
154913
17490608
152728
Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh
Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh
Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh
Screw Ttx:lml. 3/8-16 x 1/2
Bracket, Chassis Front
KEY
NO.
122
130
138
139
140
141
142
144
145
147
148
150
151
100
101
102
103
199
52
56
58
60
63
68
70
84
86
90
91
99
99
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
STD541431 Not, Crownlock 6/16-18Unc
154914
175315
17490620
19131614
17490608
137159
142992
74760716
STD551237
175464
140503
Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh
Bracket Asm., Fender
Screw Thdrdl.
3/8-16 x 1-1N
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.
Scraw Thdrot. 5/16-18 x 1/_2
Guide, Belt Mid Span
Step, Over Center Mower
Bo4t Rn Hex 7/16-14 UNC x 1
Washer, Lock Ext. Too_ 3/8
Rail, Frame Lh
Bracket Skid Chassis
140871
124236X
17490628
STD324993
142273
138776
161464
164863
Rod By Pass
Cap By Pass Rod
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-3/4
Retainer, Spring
Lock, By Pass
Bdlt 5/16-18 TT
Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8
Screw Hwhd HI-Lo #13-16 x 3/4
163975X428 Cup Holder
171873 Bdlt Shoulder 5/16-18 Tr
163806
1638C5
161897
MagnetYTGT
Striker Plate YTGT
Bracket Dash Rh
161900
19131414
1 32967
164655
161237
1706(3512
Bracket Dash Lh
Washer Flat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Fastener Nut Pal
Extrusion Bumpers
Duct Heat Hood
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4
NOTE: AIIcomponentdimensionsglvenin U. S.
inches1 inch= 25.4 mm
39
GROUND DRIVE
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
I
4O
41
11
47
61
72
112
IO0 ri01
4O
GROUND DRIVE
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
17
20
22
23
28
29
30
33
34
35
36
37
2
3
5
6
7
9
15
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
58
42
46
47
48
38
39
40
41
67
68
69
70
71
61
64
65
66
DESCRIPTION
7070E
7563R
STD541437
S_1210
Key 1/4 x 2.5
Washer, Thrust, Axle
Nut, Crownlock 3/8.16
Pin, Cotter
140507
140(_0
Wheel, Hub Assembiy
Bolt, Hub
S'RTo510G7 Wahser 13i32x13!16x16Ga.
140921
73940600
15610_
13(T_64
STD541237
140494
19131616
12000(_63
124236X
137648
149412
121749X
Spring
Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20
Arm Asm Shift
Knob
NUt
Brake, Rod
Washer
RingE
13/32x
Cap, Plunger
I x 16Ga.
Rod, Parking Brake
Spdng, Ddve Ground
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
150035
74321016
5304J
73661000
8553R
145170
138228
72110612
Nyllner
Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1
Actuator, Intedock Switch
Locknut #10-24
Cover, Pedal
Rete_ner, Spdng
Clutch ROd
Bolt, Can1, 3/6.16 x 1-1/3 Gr. 5
131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat
ST[To41437 Nut, Crowrtlock 3/6.16UNC
139123
207J
Pulley, Idler, Grooved
Washer, Hardenod
161590
155706X
14(_18
74760724
Clutch, Arm Assembly
Beadng, Idler
VoBOlt
Bolt Fin Hex 7/16.14 x1-112
140488
154752
67609
140L:_5
Pulley, Transaxle
ShaH, Clutch/Brake Pedal
Bolt, Shoulder
Washer, Hardened
19131312
STD571812
123800X
Washer, Flat
Pin, Roll
Washer
164892X428 Console Autornatlc YT/GT
151179 Plate Console Shift
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
81
82
83
84
85
55
87
88
89
90
91
92
72
73
74
76
77
79
80 s'r[To41431
7449(_48
142432
140481
74760716
7211(To05
140484
17490612
150586
140479
140490
17541020
140462
140491
161592
73680700
140489
17490644
7476_20
93
94
96
98
14(T_G2
133835
14110G
141004
99 17060624
100 126881X
101 156106
104 140480
105 17580408
106 142918
107 154739
108 142917
109 140929
111 15_40
112 156104
113 _700
115 123405X
116 7390(To00
1t7
- -
73900600
16319_
DESCRIPTION
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18
Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16.18
x 3 Gr5
Screw Hex Wsh. HI-Lo 1/4-1/2
Bracket Transaxle
Bolt Rn Hex 7/16-14 x 1
Bolt Carriage 5/1 6-18 x 5/8
Bracket Torque RH
Screw Thdrol 3/6-16 x 3/4
Bracket Mount Torque/Fan
StrapTorque Mid
Spacer
Screw #10-24 x 1-1/4
Fan 7" Hydro
Adapter Fan
Pulley Idler
Nut Crownlock 7/1 6-14 Unc
Keeper Belt
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 2-3/4
Bolt Fin Hex 6/16-16 x 1.25
Link Shift Asm
Fastener Chdstmas Tree washer Nickel Plated
Bracket Shift
Screw 3/6.16 x 1-1/2
Washor Compression
Washer Bellvllle
Bracket Idler
Screw Tap 1/4.20 x 1/2
O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 70110
Line Fuel Hydro 15" VGT
Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear 70109
Spring Return Brake
Spacer Shift Lever VGTH
Washer Nylon Higtl Temp
Nut-HexASF 7/16.14 UNC
Keeper Belt T/A GOd Or
Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18
Nut, Lock Fig. 3/6.16
Transaxle Hydro Gear
222-3010L
NOTE: All component dimensions given In U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
41
STEERING
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
34
32
6
27
19
31
16
17
42
STEERING
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
KEY PART
NO, NO.
DESCRIPTION
139768
175278
6855M
161849
161848
6_6H
121748X
1L_60(_9
74781044
136518
73_01000
121749X
STD551137
STD541537
145103
137347
137155
156011
172020
100711L
155105
152927
74780616
139769
3366R
17000612
104239X
138136
19111610
STD551131
74760512
138059
137156
73360600
109850X
73700600
109851X
155246
174S0508
160135
19133812
20
21
22
23
25
26
27
28
14
15
16
17
18
19
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
44
45
29
31
32
33
34
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Wheel, Steedng
Axle Asm., Front
FWdng, Grease
Splndle Asm, LH
Sptndte Asnt., RH
Beadng, Race Thrust Harden
Washer 25/32 x 1.5/8 x 16 Ga.
Ring, KIIp#T5304-75
Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4
Spacer Beadng/L_e Front
Nut, Lock Range 5/8-11 Unc
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8
Nut, LoCk Center 3/8-24 UNF
Shaft Asm., Steedng
Rod Asm., Tie Ball J Ball Vgt (Inc. Key No. 36-40)
Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt
Support Asm., Steedng Vgt
Boot, Steedng
Adapter, Wheel Steedng
BuShing, Strg. Blk
Screw
Boft, FIn Hex 3/8-16x 1Gn5
Cap, Wheel Steering
Beadng, Col. Strg.
Screw 3_-16 x 3/4
Beadng, Range
Bushing, Nyllner Snap
Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.
Washer, Lock Hvy Hlol Bpr 5/16
Bait, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4
Gear, Sector Steedng
Tie Rod
Jam Nut RH Thread
Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread
Jam Nut LH Thread
Joint Asm. Ball LH Thread
Bracket Switch Intedock VGT 97
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
Extension Steedng
Washer
NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven In U. S.
inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm
43
ENGINE
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
/
18 15 17 47,.._
i
37
16
26 ' 37
39
_j74 js
7
8
13
48
38
29
\
[SPARK ARRESTER KIT J
44
ENGINE
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
KEY PART
NO,
1
NO.
161063
13_00_00
151386
121361X
150628
1054_X
170056
10010500
123487X
17060620
1749(_36
17490664
126197X
_1143
170397
73510400
142040
19132007
161231
19131414
13280336
17000612
19131614
24-041-02
162295
M_
143g_6
151346
109227X
1060_ZX
140527
1_90300
164067
164863
164415
S'1_551237
73920600
3645J
139277
7834R
132920
STD541437
2
43
45
47
48
51
54
35
37
38
39
40
41
42
55
64
65
69
74
80
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
33
12
15
16
17
18
19
20
5
7
8
9
10
11
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S, inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
DESCRIPTION
Engine (See Breakdown)
Kohler Model No. CV675-7554g
Muffler
Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8-18 NPT
MuffierAsm Guard
Pulley V-Idler
Keeper Asm. Belt Eng4ne
Bushing
Clutch Electric
Pulley En_ne VGT EI6ct Clutch
Tenk Fuel Rear 3.50 YI/Gt 96
Pad Spacer
Pad Spacer
Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge
Rug OII Drain (See Engine Breakdown)
Contro4Throffie
Screw Hwhd HI-Lo #13-16 x 3/4
ControlCboke
Washer Ext Tooth 3/8
Nut Kep_ 3_ - 24 UNF
Bushing
Stem Tank Fuel
FuelUne
Spark Arrester Kit
Nut Lock Hex w/Ins, 3/8 - 16
Washer Split
C_ampH(:6e
Screw 3/8-16 x %1/4
Screw Tr 3/8-16 x 2.1/4 UNC
Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 UNC
Washer 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID X ,250
Washer Lcck 7/16
Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 X 4 Ga 5
Nut Kepe Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Specer Engine
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 7 Ga.
Manlfold Pipe VGT
Washer Rat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga,
Nipple Pipe 4-1/2
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Washer 13/32 x I x 14 Ga.
Gasket Kohler CV18-CV26
Elbow Street Brass
Nut Flange M8-1.25 Non-Lk 2]nk
45
TRACTOR
SEATASSEMBLY
8
10
12
13
14
5
6
7
8
3
4
1
2
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
14O123
14(}551
140675
127018
145O06
STD541437
124181X
171877
155925
121246X
121248X
72(_O412
DESCRIPTION
Seat
Bracket, Pivot Seat
Strap, Fender
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62
Clip, Push In, Hinged
Nut, Crowolock 3/8-16 UriC
Spring, Seat Cprsn
Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 w
Seres
Pan, Seat
Bracket, Mounting Switch
Bushing, Snap
Bolt, Cardage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2
19
20
21
22
KEY PART
NO, NO.
15
16
17
18
134300
121250X
123976X
19171912
166369
124238X
171852
$1_o41431
DESCRIPTION
Spacer, Split
Spring, Cprsn
Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Rg Gr. 5
Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12
Ga.
Knob, Seat
Cap, Spring Seat
Bolt, Bhoolder 5/16-18
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc
NOTE: All component dimensions given In U. B.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
46
DECALS
17
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
17
25
18
22 12
I
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
1
2
164094
149516
3
4
7
8
5
6 g
10
171702
1717O3
140837
133644
171505
133179
1632O4
156439
11 4900J
12 146790
WHEELS ANDTIRES
11
DESCRIPTION
DecalDash
DecalBatteryDNGR/PSN ENG
Asm
DecalHoodRH Craftsman
DecalHoodLH Cralteman
DecalBrake ParkingSaddle
DecstMaintenance
DecalSide Panel
DecalHouelngMower
DecalFenberCrafteman
DecelFenberDanger
DecalClutch/Brake
DecalV-Belt Dr Sch
9
$
8
- -
--
- -
KEY PART
16
17
18
19
22
NO.
NO.
13 171812
14
15
160_7
1776_
177628
172507
144927
138047
142342
23
25
10620_
163230
- 138311
157199
1776_5
177626
DESCRIPTION
Decst RPLC
Decal V-Belt Schem
Decel Engine Hp
Oecel Engine Recoil
Dasel Dash Panel
Decal Battery
Decal Battery
Dasal Drav/oarCNTRL
Rshectro, Taillight
Decal Fender Auto Trans
Decal Handle Lft Height
Adjust (Lift Handle)
Pad Footrest
Owner's Man ual, Englrih
Owner's Manual, Spanish
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
10
11
12
- -
4
5
1
2
3
6
7
8
9
DESCRIPTION
591g_
65139
Cap Vrive Tire
Stem Valve
106228X427 RimAsm Front
8134H
10_L_30X
278H
9040H
7154J
6856M
144334
Tube, Front (Service Item Only)
Tim, Front
Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)
Beadng Range (Front Wheel Only)
104757X428 Cap Axle (Frc_t Wheel Only)
140183 ]Ire Rasr
Tube Rear (Sendce Item Only)
106227X427 RimAsm Rear
Firing Greese
Sealant, "nre ( 10 oz, Tube)
NOTE: All component dlmer'_dons g;ven in U. S.
inches I Inch = 25.4 mm
47
LIFT ASSEMBLY
4O
43
38
48
20 19 18
15
16
LIFT ASSEMBLY
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
KEY PART
NO.
NO,
3
4
5
6
1
2
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
38
39
40
41
42
43
70
72
DESCRIPTION
121006X
159187
159189
1_
19292016
71110624
125631X
1;_65X
1_o364X
2876H
146704
163552
139868
169865
$1I)541437
674A247
STD541237
143363
STD551037
Rod Asm., Lever
Shalt Asm., Lift Vgt
Lever Asm., Lift Rh
E-RingTruarc#5133-87
Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga,
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Gdp, Handis Rutod
Button, Plunger
Plunger, Button
Spring 2-1/8"
Link Lilt
Retainer, Spdng
Arm, Suspension Vgt
Beshng
Nut, Crowoiock 3/8-16Unc
Spring Asm., Assist Lift
Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc
Bracket, Spdng Assist
Washer 13/:32x13/16x16Ga.
5328J BolL Adjust Spdng Assist
ST[To23710 Boit, FinHex 3/8-16xl
127218 Link, Front s'rDi_4_X]8 Retainer, Spring
73350800 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc
130171
73680800
Trunoicn
Nut Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc
150233
110807X s'rD561037
137150
STD560907
137167
138057
155O97
123935X
17490512
73540600
19112410
Trunnion, Infln Height
Nut, Special
Washer 13J32x3iSx16Ga,
Spring, Compression Inf Hgt
Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2
Rod, AdJ Lilt
Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc
Pointer, Height Indicator
Rug, Hole
Screw Hex Wsh 5/16-18 x 3/4
Nut, Crowntock 3/8-24
Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga,
123934X
145212
110452X
Scais, Indicator Height
Nut Hex Flange Lock
Nut Push Pho_ & Oil
NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenIn U, S, inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm
49
MOWER DECK
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
45
\
46
O 41
\
49
36
46
42
39_
116
117
21
47
19
117
26 j27
13_
18
50
MOWER DECK
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
29
30
31
3_
33
34
35
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
14
15
16
18
1
3
5
6
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
8
9
10
11
13
156948
138457
DESCRIPTION
4939M
130832
Retainer Spdng
Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway
Bar)
Bolt, Patch 3_-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 850857
$11To51137 Washer, Lock Hvy. Unplatad 3/8
1402S6 Washer, Hard Blade, Mower
Vented
176084
137553
137152
110485X
174493
72140505
Deck Weldment Mower 46
Bracket Asm., Sway Bar
Blade, 46"
Shaft Asm. w/Lower Beating
(Includes Key No. 12)
Housing.Mandrel
Baadng, Ball, Mandrel
Stripper, Mower Round
Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18 x 5/8
132827
145(T_5
_
134753
131267
1(_0304X
149"287
Bolt, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/16-18
Baffle, Vortex Mower 46"
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18UNC
S_ffiner, Bracket
Bracket, Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spdng, Torsion, Deflector
110452X Nut, Push
166883)(428 Deflector CEipplng
19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga,
36
131491
157722
129963
153531
137266
144945
17490628
19131316
Rnd, Hl_je
Screw, Thdrdll Washer Head
Washer, Spacer Mower Vented
Pulley, Mandrel
Nut, Fig. Top Lnck Cntr.
9/16
Anchor, Spdng Deck 46"
Screw, Thciroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4
Tytt
Washer 15/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
52
57
37
38
39
40
41
42
72 19131616
116 137644
117 133_57
118 73930600
119 19121414
126 144948
127 146763
- 166_79
131494
156086
144917
137273
17060620
165723
144949
133943
145059
137729
144959
148763
73680600
72110612
156493
156941
- 143651
DESCRIPTION
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Keeper, Bait, Idler
Pulley, Idler, Driven
Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
Spacer, Retainer
Arm, Idler Secondary
Washer, Hardened
Cover, Mandrel Deck
Screw, Thdrdll.
1/4-20 x 5/8
V-Belt, Mower, Secondary
V-Belt, Mower, Primary
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Bolt, Carr.
3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5
Pulley Idler 46 Pd Ddve 97
Pin Head Rivet
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.
Bo/t, Shoulder
Gange Wheel,Wide
Nut, Centedock 3/8-16 UNC
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Arm, Idler, Pdmary Deck 46"
Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim. 4.25
Deck Completa (Std, Deck*
Order separately mulcher plate and gauge wheel components Key Nos. 101-
106and 116-118)
Mandrel Arm.
Service
(Includes Key Nos. 8-10, 12-
15,31 and 33)
NOTE: Atlcomponentdlmenstor_g4venIn U. S.
inches I inch= 25.4 mm
51
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L
151
129 • _ •
(2)
52
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
164591
164592
153765
142876
142877
142878
142879
142929
142880
142882
142883
142884
142885
142886
142887
142888
142889
142890
142891
142892
153766
142894
150618
142897
142898
142899
142900
142901
142902
1
2
7
16
20
21
22
33
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
45
46
47
49
63
64
6_5
67
68
69
70
71
DESCRIPTION
Assembly, Housing, LH
Aseefnbly, Housing, RH
Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25
Brake Shaft Assembly
Axle Mounting Hom Assemb;y
Washer 1,0 x 1.63 x .08
Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x .09
Brake Yoke Assembly
BrakeArm
Puck Plate
Brake Puck
Washer 7/80.D.
x 7/16 x .060
Nut, Castie 5/16-24
Cotter Pin
Brake Actuating Pin
HI Pro Key
Spacer
Brake Disc
Bod 1/4-20 x 1-1/2
Bolt 1/4-20 x 1
Differential Assembly
DowalFin
Reduction Gear, 14 Teeth to 38 T
Teeth
Final Ddve Pinion Assembly
Jackshaft
O-P_g
Washer 5/8 X 1-5/32
Washer 7/8 X 1-1/2
Bolt, Hex 5/16-t8 x 3.5
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
72
73
74
76
77
78
79
81
82
89
91
S5
96
103
104
106
108
109
110
111
153767
142904
142905
142g07
112
113
1506_3
150821
117 150622
123 15_624
124 15_625
129 153771
1429_8
142909
153768
142910
142911
142912
153769
142914
153770
142916
142917
142918
142919
142920
142921
150820
DESCRIPTION
Looknut, Hex 5116-18
Bolt, Hex 5116-18 x 1-I/2
Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1
Shoulder Bolt
Freewheel Actuating Arm
Oil Seal .625 x 1.0 x .25
Grease {10 oz. Tube)
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-3/4
Bolt 5/16-18 x 4.1/2
Frier, Spin On
Pump, BDU-10L-122
Plug, Straight Thread
60 ° 7/18 SAE x 5/16 Fitting
Washer
Vent Cap Assembly
Fitting O-Ring Assembly
Control Arm
SetScrew
Fllter Head
Hose 1/2"
Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90 ° 7/8 SAE
Fitting, 1/2' Beaded 60 ° 9/16
Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90 ° 9/16
ORIng
Pinch Clamp
Spring, Long
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm
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TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L
54
TRACTOR
NUMBER
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
21
22
23
15
17
19
8
12
13
14
25
3_
37
38
42
43
4
5
6
1
2
3
44
47
53
60
53
63
64
67
-.
144569
122716X
122745X
122715X
122700X
122539X
12_/67X
122717X
1_748X
1_°749X
144571
122770X
153801
122722X
144573
142978
127148X
142938
122753X
122718X
144578
144578
144579
122753X
127153X
142977
144581
144582
144583
144584
153769
DESCRIPTION
Shaft, Pump
Ring, Retaining
Beadng, Ball
Spacer
Seal, Lip
Ring, Retaining
Beadng, Cradle
Seal, Lip
Arm,Trunnion
Guide, Slot
Housing Kit, Transrnisedon
Beadng, Thrust, Ball
Center Section Kit
Seal. Lip
Shaft, Motor
Washer, Block Thrust
Swashplata, Vadable
Block Asssmb_y
Pin, Stainless, Headless
Gasket, Center Section
Check Valve Kit
Check Valve Kit
Charge Relief Kit
Screw, Socket Head, Cap
Bypass Valve Kit
Block Spring
Charge Pump Kit
Gerotor Assembly
Screw, Socket Head, Cap
Pump Assembly, Comp4ete
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV675, TYPE NUMBER 75549
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV675, TYPE NUMBER 75549
CRANKCASE
33
34
35
36
37
28
29
30
31
32
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
5
6
7
8
0
10
11
12
13
14
15
1
2
3
4
HEAONALVE/BREATHER
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
DESCRIPTION
16
24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ gasket (Includes 2,3)
24-041-23-S Gasket, breather
24-096-59-S Cover, breather
M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange
M6xl.0x20
(4)
X-75-23-S Plug, allen hd. 1/8"
25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (4)
24-755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes
24-411-05-9
8,11,12)
ROd, push (4)
24-041-40-S Gasket, cylinder head (2)
24-318-12-S Head assembly, #2 cytinder
25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (4)
24-599-01-S Pivot, rocker arm (4)
M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange
M6x1.0x34
4)
24-086-44-S Screw, hex. range
(5)
24-755-74-S Kit, valve cover - plain
(Includes 16,17)
24-153-16-S O-Ring
24-086-32-S Screw, shoulder (4)
24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2)
24-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) (2)
24-017-01-9 Valve, intake Std. (2)
24-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) (2)
24-O32-05-S Seal, valve stem (2)
235011-S Retainer, spdng (4)
24-089-02-S Spdng, valve (4
12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (4)
12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4)
24-318-11-S Head assembly, #1 cylinder
24-755-76-S Kit, valve cover - breather
(Incl.l 6,17,28)
25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber
24-755-57-S Kit, breather separator
(Includes 28,30-33)
M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x16 (2)
24-445-02-S Strap, breather
24-120.44-S Bracket, breather separator
24-112-12-S Spacer
24-294-06-S Fdting
24-326-13-S Hose, breather
24-326-14-S Hose, breather
X-426-9-S Clamp, hose (2)
8
9
10
11 t2
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
3
4
5
1
2
6
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
7
DESCRIP_ON
24-032-01-S Seal, oil front
Crankcase
(USE: MInlblock
24-294-13-S Fitftng
12-380.17-S Pin, dowel locating (6)
24-067-13-S Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)
24-067-14-S Connecting Rod (.25) (2)
24-874-09-S Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (2)
(Includes 7,8)
24-874-10-S PiSton w/Ring Set (.25) (2)
24-874-11-S PLstonw/Ring Set (.50) (2)
24-874-15-S Kit, piston w/dng set (.08)
24-108-08-S Ring Set (Std.) (2)
24-108-09-S Ring Set (.25) (2)
24-108-10-S Ring Set (.50) (2)
24-018-01-S Retainer, piston pin (4)
12-422-00-S Shim, camshaft IA.R.I
12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft ,..,.R.
12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft i i
12-422-10.9
Sh_m, camshaft
12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.
12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.
24-010-06-S Camshaft (Includes 11,12)
24-08g-35-S Spring, ACR (Heavy)
24-089-34-9 9pdng, ACR (Light)
52-139-O9-S Plug, cup
M-0545010-S Screw, hex. flange
MSxO.8xl0 (2)
24-018-04-S Retainer, reed (2)
24-402-05-S Reed, breather (2)
12-153-01-S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube
24-126-19-S Bracket, oil fill tube
12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill
M-545016-S Screw, he)(. flange
M5x0.8x16
12-153-02-S O-Ring, upper oil fill tube
24-038-04-S Dipstick assembly (Includes
23,24)
24-755-46-S Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 24)
12-153-03-S O-Ring, dipstick
12-380-04-S Pin, hitch
M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm
12-032-01-S Seal, governor cross sftaft
X-25-102-S Washer, plain 1/4"
24-144-01-S Shaft, governor cross
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
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KOHLER ENGiNE-MODEL NUMBER CV675,TYPE NUMBER 75549
IGNITION / ELECTRICAL I BLOWER HOUSING ANO BAFFLES e.._l
1-l .,b_o
8--0
/ t0 e'
I
AIR INTAKE J
8 3
13
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV675, TYPE NUMBER 75549
IGNITION/CHARGING
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
DESCRIPTION
2
8
9
10
11
12
13
3
4
5
6
7
14
15
16
17
1 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen
(Includes 2-4,and 24 113
18)
Mo403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25
(4)
;<-25-92-S Washer, plain 5/16" (4)
24-112-04-S Spacer, grass ssreen (4)
25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder (4)
24-157-03-S Fan
12-086-14-S Screw, hox, flange
M1Ox1.5x46
12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/6".
X-42-15-S Key
24-025-04-S Flywheel
25-403-03-S Rsctifler-regulator
X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16" (2)
24-086-18-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-f6x7/
236602-S
8 (2")
Connector (3 contact)
54-755-09-S Kit, 15 am)p stator
_lncludes 24 128 71)
12-132-06-S Spark Plug (2)
M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25
18
19
20
21
24
48-154-02-S lip, cable
X-25-63-S Washer, plain 1/4"
24-584-01-S Module, ignition (2)
M-545020-S Screw, hex flange
MSx0.8x20 (4)
2-351-73-S Clip, cable
NOT ILLUSTRATED
24-126-71-S Bracket, stator wire
X-22-11-S Washer, lock !/4"
24-176-79-S Harness, wiring
Lead, black (rect.-rng. 5" -
12 gauge
25-518-28-S insulated grip barrel eyelets)
24-113-18-S Oecat, gross screen
12-454-03-S Tie, wire
BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES
KEY PART
NO, NO.
DESCRIPTION
1
2
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
5
6
7
3
4
15
16
4
5
2
3
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
1 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes
2-4
(Inc. M-0545010 & 24 063
36)
24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (3)
24-100-02-S Nut, plastic (2)
25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16"
M-545920-S Screw, hex, flange
MSx0.8x20 (4)
M-0545016-S Screw, hex. flange
M5xO.8xf 6 (3)
M-0551016-S Screw, hex, flange
M5xO.8x16
M-0645016-S Screw, hex, flange
M6x1.0x16 (6)
24-146-16-S Plate, bacldng - # 2 side
24-146-20-S Plate, backing - # 1 side
24-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder barter-# 2 side
24-063-14-S Baffle, valley - #2 side
24-063-30-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1 side
24-063-23-S Baffle, valley - #1 side
M-545010-S Screw, hox. flange
M5x0.8xlO (2)
HOT ILLUSTRATED
24-096-66-S Cover, control
24-086-06-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x3/
4' (2)
AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
DESCRIPTION
24-164-06-S Manifold, intake
M-651055-S Screw, hex, flange
M6xf.0x65
(4)
24-041-01-S Gasket, intake manifotd (2)
24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base
24-094-18-S Base, air cleaner
24-041-13-S Gasket, fuel spithack cup
24-109*09-S Cup, fuel spitback
24-083-05-S precleaner, element
24-063-03-S Element, air cleaner
231032-S Seal, breather
24-096-01-S Cover, Inner air cleaner
12-100-01-S Wing Nul
24-096-73-S Cover, air cleaner
54-755-01-S Kit, knob with seal
(Includes 15 & 16)
25-341-03-S Knob, cover
24-153-15-S O-Ring
NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
59
KOHLER
- MODELNUMBER
NUMBER
TARTING SYSTEM I
4.
ENGINE CONTROLS I
5
I
0
i
T--Q
0
_8
16_17_ li__,_e_
'_24 q b
I
OIL PAN LUBRICATION I jl
10/D
$
60
s'rARTtNG sYSTI=M
KEY pART
NO.
NO.
I
3
4
DESCRiPTiON
M-839070.S
Screw, hex, |te_Ige
24°G90.06-S Cover, pinion
MSx] ,,_ox
-466-01-S washer, plain 11F32_(3)
12=_oA _5-S Starter, (Inckides 6-11)
7
8
9
10
11
12.227-13-S
12-2tl-01-S
12-755-54"S
12.227-06-S
12.170-06-S
ENGINE cONTROLS
Cap
BOlt,thru (2)
K_t, drive
Cap, drive ar_
Armature
2
3
4
5
6
7
5
9
10
KEY pART
NO.
NO.
DESCRIPTION
M-642025-S Screw, hex. flange
M6xt .0x25
4 090-14 S Lever, governor
2 " ='ut hex fk_wJe M6xl 0
M-641060-S r4 _
.089.01.S
Spnng
linka e g
'
224158.08. s Bush_, I!n.ka_.eretaining
54 079.04-5 Linkage, tr_ro_ ,,-_._,=
" -4. _ n.shino
throma .,.'=_
26-1.':>B-.-'_ "z, kick MSx0.8
M-547050"_ r_u=,..- _,__,.
--*-m
2,-o..03-s
_6- 6-S Bre.ckez,comro
M.645016-S Screw, h ex,,.ng
e
12
13
15
16
_7
_8
19
22
12-237-01 -S I
24-086-43-S Screw, r_ , ,,'_P
M5x0,axl 8 (2)
4 090 07-S Lever, thorttle actuator
_,_468"01-S Washer, pt_tn 5.5 mm (3_
24-089-16-S Spdng, governor
M.446030-S Nut, hex M4x0,7
24°090-13-S Lever, thr_t_ control
M.545020.S
Screw, he)(, flange
M5xO,ax20
24_089-51-S Spdng, throttk_tk_lter
24.090.05-S
Was
41'_3026-S
, sp
Screw, hex, cap MAxO.7x25
_4-'_'79-06-S L{nkage, choke
OIL pAN/LUBRtGA_ON
KE_ pART
NO, NO.
DESCRIPTION
1 M.645026-S Screw, heX. flange
M-631006-S Washer, pl_d_ 6 mm (2)
24-199-G7-S p¢_, oil assambty
(Inoludes 1,2,&4-10)
4 24-393/06-S Oil pump aSSembly
(inol,._des5)
5
6
7
8
,%
_1
24.123-05-S Tube eli p_kup
_4.162-26-S Screen, on ,_,.
24+043-12-S Kit, ,gOv=
IncluQee o_
12.380-01-S _n, governor reg_et_
2-446-02-S Tab, |ocking
52.144.02. S shaft, governor gear
13
14
15
16
24.153-08-S O-Rk_g
X.76-32-S
24.;36-01-S
Pt_g hex. ctsk. 3/8
Nipple, air fitter
.
52.050-02-S Filter, oil
52.032-06-S Seal oil (PTO end)
24.086-17-S ScreW, hex. ftenge
17 24-086-16"S
( ) ,
18 X-75-10-S
NOTE: Ail _t p_U_, sq. hd. solid 3/8
N,P,T.F
dimensions gven in U.S,
_ches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
NOT iLLUSTRATED
M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange
MSX0.BX16
(Goes into 24.126-56 as a positive throttle stop)
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV675, TYPE NUMBER 75549
EXHAUST I
FUEL SYSTEM
1
!
7
/g
8
\
10
9
13 14
15
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV675,TYPE NUMBER 75549
CRANKSHAFT
KEY PART
NO.
NO, DESCRIPTION
1 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)
2 52-139-09-S Plug, cup
EXHAUST
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
1
2
--
24-041-02-S
DESCRIPTION
Gasket, exhaust (2)
25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1,25x33 (4)
24 755 103-S Gasket Set
FUEL SYSTEM
11
12
13
14
15
5
6
7
8
9
10
1
2
3
KEY PART
NO.
NO.
DESCRIP_ON
24-853-61-S
24-041-15-S
24-853-61-S
Kit, carburetor w/gaskets
(Includes 2-4)
Gasket, carburetor
Carburetor assembly (For information only not
M-629095-S
M-641060-S available separately)
Stud, M6xl.0x95
(2)
Nut, hex. flange M6xl.O (2)
Clip, cable
47-154-01-S
52-353-22-S
X-426-9-S
24-086-12-S
Line, fuel 12" (2)
Clamp, hose (6)
24-393-16-S
24-100-01-S
24-353-03-S
15-353-04-S
Screw, hex. cap.
M6x1.7x18 (2)
Pump, fuel - pulse
Nut, plastic (2
Lne, Fue 10 5/8"
Line, fuel 11-1/2"
24-050-02-S Filter, fuel
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
63
64
65
66
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ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL
SIGHTING
GUIDE
"_
I_ greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent Upping or Ioes of control. Exercise extreme
Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I r
I
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