Owner's Manual

ICRRFTSMRN°I

19.5HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271821

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

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CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pro, 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 Schedule ......................

19

Maintenance .......................................

19

Service and Adjustments .................... 23

Storage ...............................................

29

Troubleshooting .................................

30

Repair Parts ........................................

34

Parts Ordedng .....................

Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubdcated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in matedal or workmanship.

Warranty service is available free of charge by returning your

Craftsman dding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center.

In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn dudng normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contaminated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center.

In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-HOME

WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

Seam, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could resur[ in serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsIn 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 rooks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always look down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload- ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large pementage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect them-

selves and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and bum. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before storage.

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Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- control and tipover accidents, which can resalt in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution, ff you cannot beck up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Taft 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 recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

• 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 necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, If possible.

• Do notmow 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 notmow 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.

III. 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 fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammabte and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

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

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.

Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

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

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.

It means

CAUTIONII!

BECOMEALERTll!

YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_, CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

,_ CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. 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.

_IbWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm.

_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessodes contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the

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

Wash hands after handling.

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PRODUCT

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

ANDTYPE:

OILTYPE

API-SF-SJ):

SPECIFICATIONS

OIL CAPACITY:

SPARK PLUG:

GAP: .030")

GROUND

I SPEED (MPH):

TIRE

PRESSURE:

CHARGING

SYSTEM:

BAI-FERY:

BLADE BOLT

TORQUE:

3.5 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 30

(ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

3.0PINTS

CHAMPION

RJ19LM OR J19LM

FORWARD: 5.5

REVERSE: 2.4

FRONT:

REAR:

14 PSI

10 PSI

3AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE:U1R

27-35 FT. LBS

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual.

The

instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

AWARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any).

If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arraster for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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Steering Wheel

sd_:ri_g

Adapter

Steering

Sleeve i

,o

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1 o /@ nsert eel

__',_

Seat

_ilsher

Video Cassette

(1) Knob _

Keys

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

Slope Sheet

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(2) Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube

For Future Use

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L71ck.__

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench

(2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Pliers

(1) Utility knife

(1) "13rapressure drive ratchet gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four comers of carton, and lay panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tire where tractor is to roll off skid.

[_ __...-

=_-

Steering

Wheel Insert

Hex Bolt

_Lock f/,_,..._

Steering _-_.,,,."-,----'_

Wheel f _

Washer

_"_ _'-"-- Large Flat

)

Washer

Boot

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 18-22 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension.

5.

Position steering wheel so cross bars

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

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BAI-rERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions).

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INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor.

2.

Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor.

5.

Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

8. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

Flat Washer

Adjustme/nt Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid.

Seat

Bolt

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation 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.

5. Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and function of controls)

_I=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 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.

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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overlnfleted 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 DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled.

See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion 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 end Adjustments

section of this manuel.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(ff previously removed)

1.

F_ise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

2.

Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening end slide into place, as shown.

3.

Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

4.

Hook rear latch into hole on beck of mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower.

Raise and hold shield when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

Deflector

Mulcher

Plale

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory.

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

signed for discharging and bagging also.

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t/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST

PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION

FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

J All assembly instructions have been completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

•/ Battery is properly prepared and charged.

(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

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

overinflated at the factory).

#' Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

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

,/' Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

J Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

4' Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.

•/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function.

Operate them before you start the engine.

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

,/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See

"30 START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).

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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

BA'FrERV CAUTION OR

WARNING

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW fl

FUEL CHOKE

4"

® c2 m

UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

H L

HIGH LOW A'rI'ACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE NEUTRAL

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

'_._....

._._._.:

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(AutomaticModelsonly)

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KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiadze yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments.

Save this manual for future reference.

Light Switch

Attachment

Clutch Lever

Ignition

Lever

Plunger Choke

Throttle

Clutch/

Brake Pedal

Lilt Lever

Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Free Wheel

Control Brake Lever

Motion

Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of battery.

A'n'ACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

A'I-rACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine.

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.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTrLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

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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 repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

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

Control -_.

Throttle

Control -_

Clutch/__.

Brake "-_

Attachment Clutch Lever iEngaged" Position t j Ignition Key

"Disengaged"

Position

Motion Control

• 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.

_CAUTION: 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

"Disengaged"

Position

=Brake"

Position

"Engaged"

Position

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

• To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disengage.

STOPPING

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

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

IMPORTANT; The motion control lever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutclVbrake 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.

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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.

3, Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position.

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

measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running.

These heightsare

approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.

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

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice.

Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

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.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CU-I-rlNG

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 appropriate 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.

Locknut_

Gauge

Wheel

3/8-16

Mounting

Brac k_8 Washe r "_'_

Gauge Wheel

ff"JJ_ yShoulder

---""_ _(" Bolt

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.

Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

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TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control.

ACAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

AttachmentClutchLever

=Engaged" Position

Lift

Lever High

Position

/:::_"_Low

Position

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

ACAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• 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 return 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

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.

1.

Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.

2.

Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. "]ires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, 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 Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane.

(Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.

_WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage.

Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.

See Storage Instructions for additional information.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

_0=CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas. tank filler neck. Do not ovenill.

Wipe on any spilled oil or fuel.

Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When startingthe enginefor the firsttime or if

the engine has run out of fuel, itwilltake

extra crankingtime to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

1. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

5. Move throttle control to fast position

6. Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting,read the warm and

cold starlingproceduresbelow.

7.

Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per 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.

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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.

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 engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

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_ILCAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor- mance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans- mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement,

it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor.

1.

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" this section of manual).

in

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" of manual).

in this section

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.

MOWING TIPS

• 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 distdbu- tion of clippings and more uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried dip- pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of material.

Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used.

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MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu- lar to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattem from week to week.

Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn.

Max 1/3"

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

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.

(_ Sr

Zerk

(_Front Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

(_Engine ,.

t'.-7' i

Zerk ng Zerk

(_General Purpose Grease

_)Refer to Maintenance =Engine" Section

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IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon beerings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings.

If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (_ee "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• 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 purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working propedy. If your

tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement 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

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

4.

Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as shown.

5.

Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated.

Trailing Edge Up

Mandrel Assembly

Blade Center

Flat Washer_._._/,_,,_

Lock Wash_'_.__

*A Grade

_--Hex Bolt (Grade)

8 heat treatedboltcan be identified by six lineson 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 grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with 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 horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

5/8" Bolt or

_-

\Star

Blade

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.

IMPORTANT" To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.

Ce_erH_e

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use.

However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

20 • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary.

TO CLEAN BA'I-rERY 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

BA'I-I'ERY" 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 transmis- sion 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 transaxlo. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized 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.

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NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. "lighten 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 cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting.

3.

Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise.

4.

To open, pull out on the drain valve.

5.

After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown.

6.

Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain valve.

7.

Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube.

Pour slowly.

Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

8.

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

Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

Closed and

Locked

Position _Drain

Cap _Tube

Oil Drain Valve

A_'_ I 41_

2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

4.

Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts,

precleaner, cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause detedoration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge.

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 fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. Air guide covers must be removed.

Remove side panels and

hood (See "TO REMOVE HOOD AND

GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

Top Air

Wing

Pre-C

Air Screen

Cartridge Plate

Guide Cover __,,

Engine

Cooling Fins

MUFFLER

Air Guide

Cover

(Both Sides)

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

1. Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner oft cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

7. Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate.

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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 properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Clamp_

Fuel Filter/_ _

CLEANING

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

electdcal system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED"

4, Turn ignition key =OFF" and remove key.

position.

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

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

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spdng, and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spdng, slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spdng.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs.

8.

Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square hole in frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

Small Retainer Spdng i"

Square Hole

Clutch

Retainer

Link

Springs

Sides)

Housing G

Large Retainer

Spring

Bracket

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway, Make sure tires are propedy inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual), if tires are over or undednflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground.

Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE:Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of tums.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

_"x'xX l" o .?/Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut

"E" mower__und

Lift Unk A_

FRONT-TO-BACKADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are equal in length.

on Arm

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without toots.

Park the tractor on level surface.

Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

4. install new belt in reverse order of removal.

5.

Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides.

6.

Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

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Mandrel

Mandrel

Pulley

Idler Pulleys

5.

.

.

Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley.

Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

Engine Pulley --

TO ADJUST BRAKE

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 must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutctvbreke pedal and engage parking brake.

2.

Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

3.

If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-9/16". RetJghtenjam 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"

Arm

Do not touch this nut. If further brake adjustrnent is

necessary contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface.

Engage parking brake.

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.

1.

Remove mower (See =TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

2.

Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

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Clutching Idler

Stationary Idler J

Transmission

Input Pulley _ ".:-:.....

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

1.

Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

2.

Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move forward or backward.

3.

Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off.

4.

While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5.

Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate) position.

6.

Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral position, follow these steps:

1.

Loosen the adjustment bolt.

2.

Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep.

3.

Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4.

Start engine and test.

5.

If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied.

Motion Control

Lever

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See =PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1.

Block up axle securely.

2.

Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose).

3.

Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4.

Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

5.

Replace axle cover.

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.

Retaining F ' Washers

Axle C°ver _m_O

Square Key _

(Rear Wheel Only)---- -----_

Neutral Lock Gale

Adjustment Bolt

,

)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BA'n'ERY

A CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases.

Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BAI-rERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO A'R'ACH JUMPER 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.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

"Positive" (+)

L.H.

Panel

Bolt

O

"Negative" (-)

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REPLACING BATTERY

A CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench of any ether object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch 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.

Keps

Terminal

Access

Hex

"Bolt

Door _ ;"

Terminal

Guard

,,

Positive

(Red)

Cable

Negative

(Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the gdll.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly,stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

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.

°ieadlight Wire tor

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys- tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed by any non-read engine repair establish- ment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THRO'n'LE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary; Check adjustment as de-

scribed 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 swivel is against side of quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against quarter circle.

Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed 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).

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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.

Clamp

Quarter

Choke Closed

Casing

Screw

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory 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 mixture screw In

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel

to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the mixture screw out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/ air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if screw is tumed in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SE'I-IING -

1. Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle control cable and choke are adjusted properly (see above).

2. With engine off turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclockwise)

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

FINAL SE-N'ING -

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes.

Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

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2. With throttle control lever in slow position, hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle

speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400

RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) until

engine begins to die and then turn out

(counterclockwise) until engine runs

rough. Turn screw to a point midway between those two positions.

4. Continue to hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200

RPM. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

5. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position.

If engine hesitates or dies, tum idle mixture screw out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.

Repeat test and continue to adjust, if neces-

sary, 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.

Idle Speed

Screw_

Throttle

Lever---_

Idle Mixture

Screw

Throttle

Lever

Screw

Idle Speed

Screw

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.

• i, 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 stodng 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.

1. 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. Lubricate 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.

BA'n'ERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

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

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage dudng long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BA'rrERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon- nected 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 during 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 dudng 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 altemative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits dudng 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. Tum 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 dirt 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

1. Out of fuel.

2.

Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3.

Engine flooded.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

3.

in Operation section.

Wait several minutes before

4.

5.

6.

Bad spark plug,

Dirty air filter.

Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

4.

5.

6.

7.

attempting to start.

Replace spark plug.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and carbure tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8.

Loose or damaged wiring.

8.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment 9.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section.

10. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Hard to start

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 wiring.

7.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

Carburetor out of adjustment. 7.

8.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug.

Recharge or replace battery.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service Adjustments section.

Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Engine will not turn over

1. Brake pedal not depressed

2, Attachment clutch is engaged.

3, Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5, Corroded battery terminals.

5.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

6.

7. Faulty ignition switch, 7,

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).

8.

9.

Depress brake pedal.

Disengage clutch.

attachment

Recharge or replace battery.

Replace fuse.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace ignition switch.

Check/replace solenoid or starter.

Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Engine clicks but will not start

Loss of power

1. Weak or dead battery.

1.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

2.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4.

Faulty solenoid or starter.

3.

4.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3O

1.

2.

Recharge or replace battery.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace solenoid or starter.

Set in "Higher Cut" position/ reduce speed.

Adjust throttle control.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

Loss of power

(continued)

CAUSE

3.

CHART

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

4.

Dirty air filter.

5.

Low oil level/dirty oil.

6.

Faulty spark plug,

; 7.

8.

Dirty fuel filter.

Stale or dirty fuel.

! 9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13.Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves 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 "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section.

15.Contact

a Sears or other qualified service center.

Excessive vibration

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Poor cut - uneven

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

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

4.

Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of 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.

Mower blades will not rotate

1.

Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2.

Worn/damaged drive belt, mower

3.

Frozen idler pulley.

4.

Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace

3. Replace

4. Replace

mower drive belt. idler pulley.

blade mandrel.

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"ROUBLESHOO_NG CHART

_ROBLEM

CAUSE

Poor grass discharge

CORRECTION

1.

Engine speed too slow.

2.

Travel speed too fast.

i3.

Wet grass,

4.

Mower deck not level.

5.

Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7.

Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Place throttle control in

=FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4.

Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7.

Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10.Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires" when turning engine

"OFF"

1. Switch is "OFF".

2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.

3.

Faulty light switch.

4.

Loose or damaged wiring.

5.

Blown fuse,

1. "rum switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2.

Poor cable connections.

1.

Replace battery.

2.

Check/clean all connections.

3.

Replace regulator.

3.

Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4.

Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing.

4.

Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3.

Purge transmission.

.

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 917.271821

RED kAOK

BATTERY

RIED

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

_rrE

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FUSE

--_

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(PEDAL UP)

_, w,

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_ STARTER

I- - - :_ - - - 1 I

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

BtACX

IGNmON

SWITCH

IGNmDN SWITCH

OFF M*G+A1 NONE

RUWLIGHT B+AI A2+L

START S + S + A1 NONE

I _ I 1 I

BLACK

B(AC_

"' UTCH _c_'" " I GROUNDING

I i (OPTIONAL)

Jl _ FUELr

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(_

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SPARK r--, PLUG i,

TWIN CYL ENGINES),

LINE 1It

C,_AR Q IN(J _

AMP KX; O $600 _

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FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID

(iF SO EQUIPPED)

O,_ANQE

s,e_,Acese0o_M_.-.T

DIODE

2fl VOLTS AC MIt_, @ 9,600 RPM

{CHARGING SYF_ O_CONNECTED)

I

' ALTERNATOR I '

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.,

-14 VOt.TS AG MIN, O 3_O0 RPM (LIQhTS OFf")

NOTE yOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATrERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED.

AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST,

BROWN

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

©

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

F,

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

163465

74760412

760,3,,I

145211

150109

145769

153664

166182

4152J

4799J

146148

175158

73510400

145491

121305X

175566

140403

170217

71110408

131563

175141

121433X

141940

17490508

30

33

40

41

42

43

45

52

55

22

24

25

26

27

28

29

11

12

16

21

1

2

8

10

Battery

Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

Tray, Battery

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

Holddown Batter/Front Mount

Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

Switch Interlock Push-In

Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)

Light Bulb

Cable, Battery

Cable, Battery

Fuse

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Cable, Ground

Switch, Seat

Switch, Ignition

Key, Molded

Harness, Ignitloo

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

Cover, Terminal

Solenoid

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter)

Screw Thdro_ 5/16-18 x 1/2

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

35

TRACTOR-MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

6O

74

3

14

37

207

36

28

53

55

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NU MBER 917.271821

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

12

13

14

17

18

20

23

25

26

1

2

3

5

9

10

11

52

53

54

55

28

29

30

31

37

38

51

57

58

60

64

STD552507

14O547

72140606

154798

74 STD541437

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

159 155123X428

206 170165

207 17670508

208 17670608

212 165919

- 547gj

174619

176554

17060612

155272

168337X013

STD533710

155927

145660

172107X010

17490608

144983X558

126938X

156437

124O28X

19131312

5q'DS41437

156725X558

155217X599

164919X558

139976

17490508

169834

73800400

19091416

145201

161464

145202

Chassis

Drav/oar

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bumper Hood,/Dash

Dash

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, LI-I

Clip Tlnnsrman Grille P/L

Panel, Dash, RH

Scraw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Hood Assembly

Bumber Hood

Plate Mtg Batter/Fuel Tank

Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel Uns

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

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

GrU_e

Lens, Grille

Fender/Footrest

Bracket, Fonder/Support

Screw, ThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2TYT

Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower, Rear

Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4 - 20 UNC

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga.

Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

Screw, Hex Wshd #8-18 x 7/8

Bracket Gdllo Pickoff RH

Bolt FinHex 1/4-20 UNC X.75

Air Duct

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

Dash LowerSTLT

Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

Plate Roinfomement STLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Bracket Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Cupholder

BoltShoulder 5/16-18TT

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Screw Thdml 3/8-16 x 1/2

Insert, Lens

Plug Button

NOTE: AJIcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

37

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR-MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

57

26

1

3O

26

519

62

36

120_

16 2 /

_ 6_1 1_

38

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

1

55

56

57

59

61

62

63

64

49

50

51

52

53

29

30

3_

34

35

36

37

38

39

25

26

27

28

40

41

42

47

48

8

10

14

15

16

19

21

22

24

DESCRIPTION

KEY

NO.

PART

NO, DESCRIPTION

......

Transaxle (See Breakdown)

165866

Hydro Gr 314-0510

Rod Shift Fender Adjust

STD561210 Ptn Cotter 1/8 x I CAD

10040400

74490544

Washer Lock HW Helical

Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 GR.5

73

74

STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc 75

STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 76

130564

169498

73350600

Knob, Deluxe t/2-13

Rod, Brake Hydro

Hut, Hsx Jam 3/8-16 Unc

77

78

81

65

66

70

71

106888X Spdng, Brake Rod

STD551037 Washer

STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD.

175765

71673

169592

74760512

175578

120183)(

19211616

1572H

165936

74760648

175461

175556

19131312

127783

154407

123205X Retainer, Belt

S'1"D52.3715 Bolt

STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc

105710X Link, Clutch

105709X

17060616

140294

169691

17060612

8883R

175410

71170764

Rod, Parking Brake

Cap, Parking Brake

Bracket, Transax_a

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4

Shaft, Foot Pedal

Bearing, Nylon

Washer

Pin, Roll

Pulley, Composite, Flat

Bolt.FLHex 3/8-16 x 3

Spacer, Split

Keeper, Belt Idler

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

Pulley, idler, V-Groove

BelFcrankClutch Grnd Dry STL

Spring, Return, Clutch

Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0

V-Belt, Ground Drive

Keeper, Center Span

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5

165

166

168

169

197

198

199

200

202

212

8_

83

84

89

90

95

96

116

120

150

151

156

158

159

161

162

163

164

STD551143 Washer

154778

134683

169183

169182

137057

121749X

STD581075 E-Ring

123583X

121748X

165596

Key, Square

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

Shaft Asm Cross

165711

19171216

169594

SpringTorsion

Washer t7/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

LinkTransaxle

164890X428 Console, Shift

124346X Nut Selt-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

170201

4497H

72140608

739OO6OO

175456

19133210

166OO2

165589

165494

72140406

73680400

74780416

1909101O

165623

166880

165492

165580

169613

169593

169612

72140508

72110614

145212

Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

Guide Belt RH Engine

Strap Torque Lh

Strap Torque Rh

Spacer, Split

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Control Bypass

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

Bolt Can'. 3/8-16 x 1

Nut lock Fig 3/8-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrtad 5/161D x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tappered Flange Shift Lt

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5

Nut Crownlockl/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr. 5

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Lt

Nyliner Snap-In

Washer Nytincr

BoltShoulder 5/16-18UNC

BoltRDHD SQN K 5/16-18 UNC x 1

Bolt Carr SH 3/8-16 x 1-3/4

Nut Hex Fig Lock

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

39

TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271821

STEERING ASSEMBLY

"-----_ 42

IS

U

29

47

4O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

71

82

85

88

63

65

67

68

91

44

46

47

51

54

29

30

32

36

37

38

39

4O

41

42

43

9

10

11

13

15

17

26

28

7

8

5

6

1

2

3

4

139768

154427

169840

169839

6266H

121748X

19272016

12000029

3366R

175121

$1_551137

136518

145212

177876

126847X

19131416

17060612

STD561210

130465

155099

152927

139769

19133812

STD541537

100711L

145054X428

121749X

153720

121232X

6855M

73800500

74780520

74780616

16O367

72110618

169827

175146

169835

133835

175118

175553

Steedng Wheel

Front Axle Assembly

Spindle Assembly, L.H.

Spindle Assembly, R.H.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

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

Ring, Kfip

Bearing, Steering Column

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle

Nut, Hexflange Lock

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Pin

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steedng

Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

Insed, Steering Wheel

Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

Lock Nut Center 3/8-24 UNF

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Boot, Steering Dash P/L Mtl BIk

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

Extension Steering Non-Adjust

Cap, Spindle

Fifting, Grease

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

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

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 uric. x 1 Gr. 5

Spacer Brace Axle

Bolt Bhnd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Brace Axle

Steedng Asm

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Fastener Christmas Tree

BoltShoulder 7/16-20

ClipSteering

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

41

ENGINE

TRACTOR-MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

39

29

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I

42

ENGINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1

2

11

12

13

14

16

17

23

25

26

27

29

31

3

4

5

6

7

8

10

38

39

45

81

32

33

34

37

170547

17720410

.......

149723

144069

144068

138129

171877

145552

161696

123487)(

106082X

8543R

148315

109_27X

17060612

73510400

ControlThrot Paddle

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

Engtne (See Breakdown) Bdggs Model No. 461707-0147-E1

Muffler Exhaust

Exhaust Asmo Left

Exhaust Asm. Right

Clamp Tube Double Engiee

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

Heat Shield Lt

STD551125 Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 1/4

STD522507 Bo_tPin Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

165287 Gasket Muffler

148456 Tube, Drain O11Easy

STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

17490624 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1-1/2 Tylt

169837

145996

73920600

152927

137180

157103

Shield BrowningJDebdsGuard

Contro_ Choke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

Screw 1-r # 10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 3 50 Rear

Cap Fuel Guage STLT

Clamp Hose BIk

Spacer Pad

Line Fuel

Plug, Drain Oil Easy

Pad Idler 1.75 x .75 x .06

Screw3/8-16 x SMGML

Nut, Keps 1/4-20 Stader Nut

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

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

43

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

KEY PART

NO. NO.

7

8

9

10

11

12

1

2

3

4

5

6

140123

140551

71110616

19131610

145006

STD541437

124131X

17000616

19131614

174894

166369

121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat 3450 BIk/blk Craftsman

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (btk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 SMGML

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

13

14

15

16

17

21

22

24

25

121248X

72(;50412

134300

121250X

123976X

171852

STD541431

19171912

127018X

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

BoltShoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-16 X 62

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

44

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

3 2 2

7

4

I

11

19

22

2O

14

13

14

KEY PART

NO, NO.

7

9

11

13

14

3

4

5

6

1

2

156439

177253

171696

171697

176681

133644

171809

163204

156811

146046

177265

15

DESCRIPTION

Decal Fendar Danger Sears

Decal Hood Side

Decal Hood Rh Craftsman

Decal Hood Lh Craftsman

Decal Engine H/P

Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom

Decal Replacement Srs

Decal Fender Craftsman Gold

Decal Fender STLTH Opar Inst E/S

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E

Decal Dash Panel

- -

- -

- -

- -

- -

- -

15

19

20

22

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

160396

138047

172331

149516

169210

138311

165800X428

165799X428

178068

178069

Decal Mower Drive Schematic

Decal, Batter/Diehard Sears

Decal Deck Mower EZ3

Decal Battery

Dec_ By Pass Lt Hydro

Decal Lift Handle

Pad Footrest Lh STLT

Pad Footrest Rh STLT

Manual, Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

4,t0

11

KEY PART

NO.

NO,

5

6

7

8

9

10

1

2

3

4

..

11

DESCRIPTION

59192

65139

106222X

59904

Valve Cap, Tire

Stem, Valve

"13m,Front

Tube, Front "l'ire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

106732X427 Rim, Front

2781-1 Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

90401-1 Beadng, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

106108X427 Rim,Rear

122082X

7152J

Tire, Rear

Tube, RearTim

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

104757X428 Cap, Axle

144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: /_t component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

45

LIFTASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

13

2

3

I/

,; / i,I"

/ 8

1

6

5

7

13

19

13

32

32

19

13

20

15 161718

_'_ 15

20

46

LIFTASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

3

4

5

1

2

6

7

8

11

12

13

15

16

17

18

19

20

31

32

DESCRIPTION

159460

159471

105767X

12000002

19211621

120183X

125631X

122365X

139865

139866

Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.

Shaft Asm. Lilt

Pin Groove

E Ring

Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.

Bearing Nylong

Grip Handle Fluted

Button Plunger Read

Link Asm Lift L.H.

Link Asm Uft R.H.

$1"D324008 Retainer Spring

173288 Link Front

73,350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

130171 Truonion BIk Zinc

738(X)800

139868

163552

169865

73540600

Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

Arm Suspension Mower

Retainer Spring

Bearing, Pvt. Lift. Tapered

Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

47

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

34 i

I

I

I

16

14

\

18

29

28

21 22

_23 24

27

.112

.117

,%1116

48

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

4

5

6

8

9

10

11

13

45

46

48

49

50

51

52

53

54

55

56

33

34

36

37

40

44

14

15

16

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

1

2

3

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

165892

STD533107

138017

165460

STD624008

130832

850857

STD551137

140296

134149

137645

128774

110485X

174493

72140505

132827

159770

STD541431

134753

131267

105304X

123713X

110452)(

130968X428

19111016

131491

157722

129963

15353,5

137266

STD533717

131494

19131316

STD541437

140088

STD624003

137729

133944

174284

131340

STD541410

139888

131845

133943

155046

165723

Mower Housing

Bolt

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,

Front

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"

Retainer Spring

Arm, Suspension, Rear

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8

Washer, Lock

Washer, Hardensd

Blade, Mulching

ShaffAssembly, Mandrel, Vented

(Incl. KeyNumber6)

Housing, Mandrel, Vented

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck

BoR, Cardage 5116-18 x 5/8

BoR,Shoulder

Baffle, Vortex

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC

Stiffener Bracket

Bracket, Deflector

Cap, Sleeve

Spring, Torsion, Deflector

Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector

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

Rod, Hinge

ScmwThdml Rolling Wsh Hd

Washer, Spacer

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut,Toplock, Flanged

Bolt

Pulley, Idler, Flat

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

Nut, Crowrdock3/8-16 UNC

Guard, MandreI, LH.

Retainer

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

Washer, Hardened

RollerAssembly, Cam Follower

Bolt, Shoulder # 10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Relainer

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

59

67

141043

149846

68

92

144959

STD541437

101 136420

102 71081010

103 19061216

104 $3"D551110

105 160793

106 2029J

111 155197

112 155198

113 17060514

114 73510500

115 72110504

116 4898H

117 165746

118 73930600

119 19121414

121 143723

129 19131312

130 S'rD523710

131 STD533710

142 165890

143 157109

144 158634

145 165888

146 171977

147 131335

148 1690_.

149 165898

150 19091216

151 169670

152 169676

153 169674

154 169675

155 169671

156 169672

157 169669

158 17720410

159 STD533717

- 130794

- 169583

Guard, Tuv Idler (94)

Knob Custom Oval

V-BaR

Locknut' Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC

Cover Mulching 42" Black

Screw Truss Hd Phil10-24 x5/8

Washer#t0

Washer Lock

Latch Asm Bagger

NutWeld

Bracket Gauge, Wheel LH

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH

Screw 5/16-18

Nut, Hex Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt' Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-1

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Bracket

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 1

Arm SpringBrake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Bait 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley ]dier Fiat

Bolt Carraige Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer SpringYellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42"

Washer fiat 3/8" Type B

SpringRetainer

Spring Retention Lever

Spacer

Rod Clutch

Screw Hex Thd CUt 1/4-20 x 5/8

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Unc x 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 8-10, 13-15, 31 and 32)

Replacement Mower, Complete

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

49

ol

0

119_

120'

19

81

73

79

16

17

32

93

63

58

60

48

124

107

12

[128 o

_-n

XO

|

' :;0

I

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E¢C qO0

m_

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O,_k o0

Io

TRACTOR-MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

40

41

42

43

44

36

37

38

39

45

46

47

48

49

50

51

52

53

54

55

56

57

58

29

30

31

32

17

18

19

23

24

27

28

33

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

1

2

3

4

5

6

16

34

35

1"/0392

150792

150793

150809

170393

170394

170395

170396

150797

1"/0397

170398

170399

170400

170401

170402

170403

170404

170405

170406

142977

142978

150798

170407

170363

170364

150771

170365

170366

170367

170368

170.369

170370

170371

170389

142991

170351

170352

170353

170354

169898

170355

170356

170357

170358

170359

170360

169870

170361

169869

170362

170390

170391

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

Main Housing, Assembly

Side Housing, Assembly

Center Section, Assembly

Swashplate, Tru nionMachined

Block-Assembly

Sealant 10.50z

Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25

Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End

Shaft, Input

Ring- Retaining

Spacer

Ring-Retaining

Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276

Ball Brg 17mm Id X 40ram Od X

12mm

Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16-

24X.75

Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7

Arm, Control

Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust

Check Plug Assembly, Washer

Shaft, Motor

Gear - Pinion, 13t

10t/48t Gear

Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X .625

SleeveBeadng(Outbeard)

.75xl.750x.625

Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/20d X .13

"l_k

59

60

61

62

63

64

65

66

67

68

69

70

71

72

73

74

75

170408

142883

142882

142887

170410

14289_

170411

170412

170413

170414

170415

170416

170417

170418

142884

170419

170420

Rotor, Brake

Brake Puck

Puck Plate

Broke Actuating Pin

Hfhce 1/4-20x2 W/

Patch, SpeclalFlange

Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch

Spacer

Spring, Brake Arm Bias

Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed

Arm, Brake

Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24

Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

Compression Spring Brake Anti-

Drag

Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 10.D.

X

.032

Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/80.D

Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

Gear, 10t Jackshaft

60t Bull Gear

76

77

78

79

80

81

82

83

170421

170422

142969

142980

150778

170423

170424

161168

Check Plug Assembly, .027,

Washer

Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack

Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

Spring, HoliealComp

Spacer

Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24Unjl(Nylon

Insert)

Wedge, Fdction Pack

Clip, Washer .316xl .50x, 1046

(Plated)

Pin, Standard Headless

Lip Seal Axle Seal

Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key,

R.H.)

Miter Gear (Splined)

Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id)

Shaft

Ring, Spiral Retaining

Pin, Jack,shaft

Magnet, Ring

Spring, Bypass

Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5

Long

Filter

84

85

87

Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, L.H.) 88

80

170425

170426

142917

170429

170430

93 170431

107 170432

Base, Filter

Actuator, Bypass

Rod, Bypass Actuator

120 170440

121 170441

122 170442

Arm, Bypass

Retaining Ring .250 External

Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 Tc

123

124

170443

170444

Fiat Washer, 5/8 ld X 1.00d

X .05

125 170445

"Ink 126 170446

RetaiolngRing

Bearing, Center Block

Spring- Helical Compression

Washer

20w-5OOil

Brake Yoke

108 170433

109 170434

111 170435

113 170437

116 170438

119 170439

127 170447

128 173165

900 166768

Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

Hose, Expansion Tank

Cap - Poppet Valve

Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

Puck, Inner Wedge

Spring Clip - Housing Thrust

Deflector

Washer, Motor Shaft

.71 ldxl. 15odx.030thk

Plug, San #6

O-Ring .07 X .301 I.D.

Bracket, Supped Expansion Tank

Silicon Sponge

Fan, 7 In.

Pulley

Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Insert)

Washer, Belleville

Belt Keeper

Center Section-Flit er-Bypass

Assembly

Filter Assembly

Fan - Pulley Service Assembly

Seal - O-Ring Kit

Kit, Expansion Tank

Transaxle Complete

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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359_ 9[_

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BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1

842

524 0

441

%

44%,,

4140

50

883_ 54

119_

394 391

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

\

\

\

117

105_

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

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- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821

BRIGGS & STRATFON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1

209_ 211_

I_ 6Ol I

I

11036 EMISSIONS LABEL I

425 '

968

297_ '

1138

11:

689 11:

861 FUEL PUMP KIT

967

445

161

971_

163 _

1119(_

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

683

12

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BRIGGS & STRATI'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1

74 |_

304

197_

1006

1005_ 363_

783

513

695 T

307 | 865A

306A_

307A

165

447

8o2

803

311

797A

797 _

544

697_

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BRIGGS & STRA'i-FON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

1

2

498583

399265

3

4

5

5A

7

7A

8

9

10

391086

493304

691162

891163

271867

271868

495754

27803

690334

15

16

18

19

20

22

11

12

691899

692287

12A 692292

271188

13

271189

691651

690946

690666

495901

399264

291675

691184

22A 693972

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

691976

222698

499180

499181

499182

499183

499184

499185

499186

499187

691299

498319

498320

497912

498317

42

45

46

47

48

32

33

691133

390420

34

35

36

40

691302

691597

691597

690656

40A 691939

494553

261368

691161

691964

498542

75

91

95

97

50 213290

51 692278

51A 692219

54

73

74

93208

692527

691677

691056

693483

690718

693485

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Assembly

Bushing-Cylinder

• Seal-Oil

Sump-Engine

Head-Cylinder No. 1

Head-Cylinder No. 2

• + Gasket-Cylinder Head #1

•+ Gasket-Cylinder Head #2

Breather Assembly

•+ Gasket-Breather

Screw (Breather Assy.)

Tube-Breather

• Gasket-Crankcase i Gasket-Crankca_ (.015)

Gasket-Crankcase (.009)

Screw (Cylinder Head)

Plug-Oil Drain

Crankshaft

Cover-Crankcase

Kit-Bushing/Seal

• Seal-Oil (PTO Side)

Screw (Crankcase Cover/

Sump)

Screw (Crankcase Cover/

Sump)

Flywheel

Key-Flywheel

Piston Assembly (Std.)

Piston Assembly (.010 "O.S.)

Piston Assembly (.020" O.S.)

Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.)

Ring Set-Piston (Std.)

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

Ring Sat-Piston (.020 "O.S.)

Ring Set-Piston (.030 "O.S.)

Lock-Piston Pin

Pin-Piston (Std.)

Pin-Piston (.005 =O.S.)

Rod-Connecting (Std.)

Rod-Connecting (.020"

Undersize)

Screw (Connecting Rod)

Valve-Exhaust

Valve-Intake

Spring-Valve (Intake)

Spring-Valve (Exhaust)

Retainer-Valve (Intake)

Retainer-Valve (Exhaust)

Keeper-Valve

Valve Tappet

Cam Shaft

Slinger-Oil

Short Block (Replacement

Engine 460707-2637-E1)

Manifold-Intake

• _ Gasket-Intake

• + Gasket-intake

Screw (Intake Manifold)

Screen-Rotating

Screw (Rotating Screen)

Washer (Flywheel)

Body-Upper Carburetor

O Screw (-rhrottieValve)

Shaft-Throttle

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

98 807923

102 693509

104 693506

105 692078

107 693482

108 693505

109 693498

117 693507

693500

119 690720

121 693503

122 691928

125 693479

130 693504

133 693512

146 691639

147 693508

161 691401

163 690273

165 693148

187 499167

188 691003

197 690364

202 690570

203 493230

205 690322

209 691273

211 691807

212 693544

212A 690571

219 394348

220 690412

222 691366

227 690762

235 691206

240 394358

267 690316

276 693510 _÷

276A 693497

278 692810

279 690366

297 691331

304 495588

305 690960

306 69O414

306A 690435

307 691003

309 497596

310 690323

311 497608

332 691059

RPM Settings:

DESCRIPTION

Idle Speed Kit

_1 Gasket-Carburetor Body

13 Pin-Float Hinge

Valve-Float Needle

Body-Lower Carburetor

Valve-Choke

Shaft-Choke

(_ Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

Screw (Upper to Lower

Carburetor Body)

Carburetor Overhaul Kit

Spacer-Carburetor

Carburetor

Valve-Throttle

Float-Carburetor

Key-Timing

O Jet-Pilot

Base-Air Cleaner

• Gasket-Air Cleaner

Nut (Ring Gear)

Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)

Screw (Control Bracket)

Screw (Back Plate)

Link-Mechanical Governor

Crank-Bell

Screw (Bell Crank)

Spring-Governor

Sprin_q-Governed Idle

Link-Throttle

Link-Throttle

Gear-Governor

Washer (Governor Lever)

Bracket-Control

Control Lever-Governor

Shield- Fuel Spray

Filter-Fuel

Screw (Casing Clamp)

Sealing Washer

Sealing Washer

Washer (Gov. Control Lever)

Screw (Valve Cover)

Nut (Air Filter Retainer)

Housing-Blower

Screw (Blower Housing)

Shield-Cylinder

Shield-Cylinder

Screw (Cylinder Shield)

Motor-Starter

Bolt-Startar Motor

Brush Set

NUt (Flywheel)

Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

•

+

±

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

358

Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121

Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

1095

Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Key. No.861

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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445 394019

447 690297

449 691044

474 691063

505 691029

507 691972

510 497606

513 692024

520 691084

523 691385

524 692532

525 690823

544 692034

551 690415

552 690553

552A 690552

562 690311

573 696040

601 95162

615 690317

616 491530

629 262539

635 66538

643 496700

689 690555

691 690657

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

333 394891

334 691061

337 802592

358 495868

359 691077

363 691062

365 690321

373 691612

DESCRIPTION

Armature-Magneto

Screw (Armature)

Sparkplug

Gasket Set

Washer-Ground Terminal

Flywheel Puller

Screw (Carburetor)

Nut (Ground Terminal)

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug

391 693487 Body-Fue/Pump

392 693491 _± Spdng-Pump Diaphragm

394 693489 _± Diaphragm-Carburetor

395 690481 Cover-Valve Chamber

404 690442

414 691872

425 691675

Washer (Governor Crank)

Washer (Bell Crank)

Screw (Air Cleaner Cover)

432 693492 _1± Cap-Spdng

434 693493

435 693494

441 691176

Cover Diaphragm

Screw (Diaphragm Cover)

Bracket-Oil Fill

Filler-Air Cleaner Cartridge

Screw (Air Guide Cover)

Screw (Oil Fill Bracket)

Alternator

Nut (Governor Control Lever)

Insulator

Drive-Starter

Clutch-Drive

Terminal-Ground

Dipstick

• Seal-Dipstick Tube

Tube-Dipstick

Armature-Starter

Cover-Valve

Bushing-Govemor Crank

Bushing-Govemor Crank

Boll (Governor Lever)

Plate-Back

Clamp-Hose

Retainer-Governor Shaft

Crank-Governor

Spring-Throttle Return

Boot-Sparkplug

Retainer-Air Filter

Spring-Friction

• Seal-Governor Shaft

695 693149

697 691625

725 280866

726 391362

741 691285

742 690328

783 693059

789 695050

Screw (Ring Gear)

Screw (Ddve Cap)

Shield Heat

Gear-Ring

Gear-_ming

Retainer-E Ring

Gear-Pinion

Harness-Wiring

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

797 690958

797A 693167

801 691967

802 691286

Nut (Brush Retainer)

Nut (Brush Retainer)

Cap-Drive

Cap-End

803 691427 Housing-Starter

807 693511 _ Spacer-Thruttle

842 271170

847 495715

851 493880

• O-Ring Seal (DipstickTube)

Dipstick/Tube Assembly

TerminaI-Sparkplug

859 693488 JD± Gasket- Carburetor Pump

859A 693490 ID+ Gasket- Carburetor Pump

861 693502

865 691196

Kit-Fuel Pump

Cover-Air Guide

Cover-Air Guide

Seal-Valve

865A 691197

868 497656

868A 273312

869 691802

870 691844

671 231218

871 231218

877

883

393456

692282

918 393815

Seal-Valve

Seat-Valve (Intake)

Seat-Valve (Exhaust)

Bushing-Valve (Exhaust)

Bushing-Valve (Intake)

Wire/Connector-Alternator

• Gasket-Exhaust

Hose-Vacuum (Cut to

934

955

967

691058

693513

272490

968 691207

971 691100

1005 498157

1006 691247

1019 496726

1036 695702

1051 691265

1058 274279

1090 691293

1095 498047

1119 691183

1132 690353

1136 690329

1137 690390

1138 690330

RPM Settings:

Required Length)

Screw (Fan Retainer)

Plug-Carburetor

Filtar-Pra Cleaner

Cover-Air Cleaner

Screw (Air Cleaner Base)

Fee-Flywheel

Retainer-Fan

Kit-Labal

Label-Emissions

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

Retainer-Brush

Gasket Set-Valve

Screw (Alternator)

Screw (Oil Slinger)

Screw (Control Bracket)

Washer (Control Bracket)

NUt (Control Bracket)

Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

•

+

±

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

358

Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121

Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

1095

Included in Fuel Pump Kll, Key. No.861

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S.

inches I inch = 25.4 mm

57

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ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

__ greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.

Exercise extreme perate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction on slopes.

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