Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAWI

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272431

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

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 pm, MortSat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craffsman

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 Ordering ..................... 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, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. 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.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during 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 end our tasting 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 ORTO 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.

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

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

I. GENERAL OPERATION

II. SLOPE OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow ag

instructionsin the manuel and on the machine before starting.

• Only a_low responsible adutis, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can re-

suit in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up

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

DO: toys, wire, etc., which couldbe picked

up and thrown by the blade.

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

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow _n reverse unless absofu_e_y necessary. Always look down and behind before and while becking.

• 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

ur\at'_ended.Alwaystum 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 indicatesthat operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large persentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from seriousinjury.

• 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 dobris which can cause buildup to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operatic:3 or storing the machine.

Allow machine to cool before storage.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps, Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

Usa slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommenda- lions 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 rum over if a wheel is over the edge of a eliff or ditch, or it an edge caves In.

• Do notrnow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

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

• Do notuce grass catcher on steep slopes.

Ill.CHILDREN

accidents

if is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are oRen attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

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

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fail off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine Panning.

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 beild-up.

Clean oil

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 manutacturer'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 servise as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never car_ passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do rot 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 starling 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, shif_into reverse and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless n_es-

san!, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible.

,_l, Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONllI BECOMEALERTI!!

YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

,_ 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.

,_WARNING: 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 reproductive harm.

,_ 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; In order to prevent

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

AWARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories 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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3RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY

ANDTYPE:

UNLEADED

REGULAR

)ILTYPE

API-SFoSJ):

SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32_F)

OIL CAPACITY: 4.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:

GAP: .040")

CHAMPION RC12YC

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1sT

2N°

3R°

4

TM

1,2

1.5

2.4

3.5

5

6

TM

TM

4.8

5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: t0PSI

16AMPS @ 3600 RP_ CHARGING

SYSTEM:

BA'rFERY:

BLADE BOLT

TORQUE:

AMP/HR: 28

MIN. CCA: 230

CASE SIZE: U1 R

27-35 FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS on your pumhase of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you expedence 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 instructionsunder =Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

_hjWARNING: 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 Resoumes Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands.

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

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Steering Wheel

Steenng w oo,.n.o.

_j i_ (1) Large Flat Washer

(1) HexBok 5/16-18x1-1/4 (1)Locknut 5/16-18

'*_

(l)Lockwasher 318 H

II

Steering [ ]

€

Keys

(2) Keys

_

(1) Washer

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

(1) Knob

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Vldeo Casse_e

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. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

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) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

(1) Pliers

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steedng wheel).

FROM TO REMOVETRACTOR

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 corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

AI-rACH STEERING WHEEL

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

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 tires where tractor is to rolloff skid.

Steehng_

Wheel

Extension

Shaft _

_

5/16

Locknut _

Large Flat

Washer

_/Boot

i

_

Insert

,3/8 Hex Bolt

3/8

Steering

_Adapter

_r/Hex

Tab_

5/16

Bolt 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.

Lower -_ --_L_,',,

Steering-----..._ ,,L "-".- ÷",

Shaft _._"_ _Tab

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BA'rFERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door.

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

ampe. (See "BA'I-rERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging instructions).

Adjustseatbefore knob.

1.

Remove adjustment knob and flat washer secudng 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.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

Seat

Seat Pan._

Shoulder

B_t

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instructionbelow to remove the tractor from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR 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 gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and function of controls)

_,WARNING: Before starting read, understand and fo ow a nstructions 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. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position,

10.Tum ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the Instructions that follow.

Flat W_r_

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

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

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

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

• I=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.

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 mulchar blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

Deflector

Shield _ Mulcher

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance,

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be propedy leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

Latch

Hooks

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V'CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor,we wish to assure that you receive the best pedormance and satisfaction from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and charged.(Minimum t hour at 6 amps).

/" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

/' All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were ovednflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

•,/Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure they are routed propedy around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,." Check widng. See that all connections are still secure and wires are propedy clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important items:

•/ Engine oil is at proper level.

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

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

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

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[o")d_Y:_d[o)_l

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATi'E RY

A

CAUTION OR

WARNING

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

!

MOWERLI_

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

UNLOCKED

_r_'l R N H L

NEUTRAL ATi'ACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE HIGH LOW

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

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OWNER'S

YOURTRACTOR

Compare various theillustrations

Ammeter

Attachment

Clutch Lever Ignition

Switch

Light

Switch

Lift Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

_ Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Parking Brake

Gearshift

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

AI"FACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used forstarting and controlling engine speed.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a cold engine.

CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutclVbrake pedal into the brake position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

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

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging

(+) or discharging (-).

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I

I_

_'_

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.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

• Turn Ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use,

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged, (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditionswhen 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.

I

Choke

Control

Attachment Clutch Lever

Position

Ignition Key

TO USE THRO'rFLE CONTROL

Throttle

Control "-,

Pedal "

Position

," Position

Parking Brake

Position

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

STOPPING

"Brake"

Position

Gearshift

Lever

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 gearshift lever to neutral (N) position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

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.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK-

WARD

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a cornplete stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life of your traneaxle.

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oftheatlachment thecutting

• Grasp lift lever.

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

The cutting height range is approxi-

mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

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

cool season and to over 3 inches

dudng 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.

t.

Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual).

2. With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in 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.

Gauge Wheel

Bracket

_8-16 Lockn_

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 contru_.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control.

_.CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

Attachment Clutch

Lever "Engaged"

Position

Position

Attachment Lift Lever

High Position

Low

_ Position

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_I_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

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

at the back of your manual is provided for your use.

• 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 gearshift lever to 1st gear, Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutcWbrake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

3/8

Gauge Wheel

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• TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position.

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

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting 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 A'rFACH-

MENTS

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

Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTINGTHE 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 oilfor 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 tem- peratures 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 dudng 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 Instructionsfor additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe oft any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

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TO START ENGINE

W_en startingthe enginefor _e firstt]nteor if

the enginehas runoutof fuel, it wi!ltake extra

crankingtime to move fuel from the tank _ ff_e engine.

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

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

3. Move attachment clutch to =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke oontrol may not be needed.

NOTE: Beforestarting, read the warm and cold starling procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn kay

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, o

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 F end above)

7. 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 slightlyfor a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

7. 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.

• The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up pedod and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

NOTE: ffat a high alttltude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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MOWINGTIPS

• 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 machine.

This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.

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

discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished

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

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

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave 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 the best 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.

MULCHING MOWINGTIPS

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 perpendicularto the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow nodh to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn.

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MAINTENANCE

FILL IN DATES

AS yOU COMF_.ETE

REGULAR SERVICE

SCHEDULE

Ch_k 8rake Ope,'atic_

Ctleck Tim pre_ure

C_ock Operator Preaenct and

Sy=_

Checkfor L®_ Fa_ers

S_arpee/Rep_ce Mower B_des

LuIDdca_c_ Chart

ChJck Bait JP/Le_l

Clean Battery aM Termil_ls

Check Tra,_axle Cooling

Adju_ Btade Belt(s) Tim_on

AdjuIt Motion Drr_ Be_(s) Tension

C_eck Eng_ _ LeVol

Change En gi_e O_

Ck_n ,_r Filer

Clean Air Scrsen

Inspect Muffler/Spark iu'ta_er

Replace Oi{ Fil_er(If equipped)

Clean _gll_e Co_illg FIr_

Replac8 Spad< Plug

Replace Air Filter Pape_ Cartndge

Replace Fue4 F_lter b/

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION CHART

The warrantyon this tractor does not cover items that have been subjectedto operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty,operator must maintain tractor as instructedin this manual.

Some adjustmentswill need to be made periodloally to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustmentssection 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.

Zerk

_) Front

Wheel

Beadng

Zerk

(_ Engine i I

Spindle _)

Zerk

Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

[._.'

Gearshift

L_., Pivots

_SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil

_Ganeral Purpose Grease

O)Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE"

Section

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IMPORTANT: Do not oil or greasethe pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricatingbearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-

dered 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 ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See =PRODUCT SPECIRCATIONS" 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

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.

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.

Tmilin,_EdgeU'_

,o _

5/8" or

(_

Flat Washer_'-_

,oc,

_-Plex

Hole _%_

/

MandrelAssembly

_,

So_ (Grad_

*A Grade8 heattreatedboltcan be identified by six lines on the bolthead.

Be sure that operator presence and

interlock systems are working properly. If

your tractor does not function as de-

scribed below, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed and attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the seat withoutfirst setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the attachment dutch 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

1. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

2. Remove hax bolt, lock washer and flat washer secudng blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

2O

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing 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. lade

BA'I-FERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficientfor 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,

• 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 BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to =leak" power.

1. Open battery box door.

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-rERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-pelts 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

Keep transexle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can rastdct cooling,

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classificationSF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

when used above 32°R Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

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

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm,

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.

Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil.

2, Remove cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and tuming 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.

Oil DrainValve

"1B,4 FF.RAllJ R_ RANGE ANTW,_AT ED _CR ENEXT OIL Cp_G E

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these rnulti-viecosityoils

will result in increased oil consumption

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Closed __'1

Drain Tube

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 dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKEJCOOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty,dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds, Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air tilter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after eve_ 25 hours of operation or every

season. _ervice paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

1. Remove knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

4. 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.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

5. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

6. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover and secure with knobs.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge.

Foam

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in =PRODUCT SPECiFiCATIONS" section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.

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

3. Be sure there are no fuel line teaks and damps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

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CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

of all foreign matter.

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

,_ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress clutch]brake pedal fully and set parking brake,

2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position,

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

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

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

6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire 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-

GAQED" position.

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

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

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

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

6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring.

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

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

3, Lower Iiff lever to its lowest position.

4. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

Retainer S

Anti-Swa

Collar

Housing

Small Retainer Spring

Large

Spring

Bracket

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Square Hole

Engine Pulley

Front Link

Springs

(Both Sides)

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" section of this mar_al).

If tires are over or underinflated, 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.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower 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 roar, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"

from trunnion cn both front links.

Tighten 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 nut "F* against

trUnnionon both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

% o • o

°o

Mandrel

BollomEdge BottomEdge o1 Mower to_-_ _SSSS__m_L'-_ot Mower _o

Ground_...._...._und

Both FrontLinks Should be Equalin Length

(_k Suspension

LiftUnk Adjustment

Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

iMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the following front-to-back adjust-

ment 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 trent and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

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FrontLinks

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The n'_wer blade ddve belt may be replaced without tools. 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.

Mandrel Idler Pulleys

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

if tractor requires more than six (6) feat

stoppingdistance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

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

3. If distanceis other than 1-1/2". loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Retightenjam 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 neces-

sary. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

With Parking Brake

"Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

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.

3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from trsnsaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers,

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

5. Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

Engine

Pulley

Clutching

Idler

Stational

Idler

Transaxle

Pulley

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position.The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the dght rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Operating Arm

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Gearshift Lever

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steedng wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to dght) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove

steedng wheel and reassemble per instructionsin 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.

Neutral

Lock Gate

,djustment

Bolt

TO START ENGINEWITH AWEAK

BATrERY

_.CAUTION: Lead-acidbatteriesgenerate explosivegasee. Keep sparks,flame and

srno_ng materialsaway from bettedes.

Always wear eye Ixotectian when around batteries.

ffyourbettery istooweak to starttbe engise,it should be recharg_:l. (See "BATfERY" in the

MAINTENANCE section of this manual).

ff=jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, folow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equippedwith a

12 volt negative grounded system.The other vehical must also be a 12 volt r'_3ative grounded system. Do notuse your tractor battery tostart other vehicles.

TO AI-I'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 3" 3 Terminal

" Cables

Washers

Battery

Ring

Retainink___,

¢

Axle Cover _ Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

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REPLACING BA'I-rERY

,_CAUTION: Do notshort battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc.

Positiveterminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.

1. Liftseat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

6. Close battery box door.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

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

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

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractorto run poody,stop running, or prevent it from starting.

• Check widng. 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.

Batter

Box Door

Keps onnector

(Black) Cable

27

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair,or replacement the

emissioncontroldevices and systems, which are beingdone at the customersexpense, may be performedby any non.roodengine

repair establishment or indMduaLWananty

repairsmust be beffonned by an authorized

engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THRO'F'FLE 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 stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against stop. 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. Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner.

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. Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your

tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment.

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. Ovarspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contacta Sears or other qualified servicecanter,,which has proper equip- ment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

Swivel Clamp

Screw

ClamF

28

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,CAUT ON Never store thetractor with gasoline in the tank inside abuilding 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.

BATI'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 during long pedods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables 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

FUELSYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank dudng storage.

29

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

aitemative 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. Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or 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 tfactor 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" in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged widng.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10.Engine valves out of adjustment.

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. 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 filten

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged widng.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See =To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments section.

18. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Engine will not turn over

1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged widng.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faultyoperatorpresence swltch(es).

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery,

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all widng.

7, Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center,

Engine clicks but will not start t.

Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Recharge or replace battery

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check]replace solenoid or starter.

30

TROUBLESHOO_NGCHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Lossofpower 1. Cuffingtoomu_ fact.

gms_oo

2. Throttle in =CHOKE" position.

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

4. Dirty air filler.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filler.

8. 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 widng.

14.Carburetor out of adjustment,

15.Engine valves out of adjustment.

CORREC_ON

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position! reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filler.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill witt fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure.

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

10.Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/fin,,

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 vibr_lon

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade boll.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged pads.

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

Poorcut-uneven

1. Faulty oparator-safety presence control system.

1. Check wiring, switches anc connections. If not contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1. Wom, 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

holes from buildup 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.

31

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism.

_2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4, Replace blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent 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.

ill.Clean

around mandrels to open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not working

(If so equipped)

Battery will not charge

1. Switch is "OFF",

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5.

Blown fuse.

1. Turn switch "ON".

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

3. Check]replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1.

2.

3.

4.

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections.

Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

Faulty alternator,

1. Replace battery.

2. Check]clean all connections,

3. Replace regulator.

Engine"backfires" 1.

when turnlng englne"OFF"

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Move throttle control to

=SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.272431

f

AMMETER

BAI"rERY

FUSE t

CLLITCH I BRAKE

{PEDAL UP)

= _

SOLENOID

STARTER

(OPTIONAL)

FUEL i v*_ffe

, ......

'© i

(NOT OCCUPIED

II_ II

GROUNDING

_

J

TWtN CYL. ENGINES)

IGNITION SWITCH

_._

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS HEADLIGHTS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR W R NG.

33

ELECTRICAL

41

26

25

22

28

29

34

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272431

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

1

2

8

16

21

22

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

33

40

41

42

43

45

52

163485

74760412

156417

153664

175688

4152J

4799J

146147

175158

73510400

4207J

121305X

175566

14040G

178437

71110406

131563

178861

122822X

141940

DESCRIPTION

Battery 12 VOLT 28 AMP

Bett Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

Case Batter/

Switch, Interlock Push-in

Harness Light Socket (W/4152J)

B=JIb

Cable Battery

Cable Battery

Fuse

Net Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Cable Ground

Switch Seat

Switch Ign

Key Molded Crettsrnan

Harness Ign

Bolt BIk, Fin Hex 1/4-20 U_ x 1/2

Cover Terr_r_al

Solencld

Amrneter Rectangular 15 Amp

Pretectlcn Wire Loop

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mrn

35

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

36

TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.272431

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

13

14

17

18

25

26

28

29

30

31

37

38

3_

1

2

3

5

9

10

11

174619

176554

17(]60612

126938X

19131312

139976

17490508

175710

174714

Chassis Assembly

Drawher

Scrmv 3i8-16 x 3/4

155272 Bumper H_l/Dash

168337X013 Dash

STD5337"10 Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1

155927 pane_, Dash, LN.

172107xg10 Panel, Dash, R.H.

17490608 Screw Tndrol 3/8-16 x 1i2

174330X612 Hood Assembly

BumperHood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

STD541437 Locknut, Hex, with Insed 3/8-16 Unc

177403 Grille/Lens Asm

174332X599 Lens, Laser

175692X612 Pend/Ftrest

Brackot, Fender Suppod

Screw 133dml 3/16-18 x 1/2

Pivot Bracket Assembly

Bracket Ph'ot Laser LT

58

60

64

74

174930 Air Duct P/I. B&S

STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

154798 Dash Lower STLT

STD541437 NulCrownlock 3/8-16UNC

114 158112

115 17060620

142 165867

143 154966

144 175582

145 156524

Keeper Belt Rear Lh Stl

Screw 3/3-16 x 1-1/4

Plate Reiot o rcement S'P,.T

Bracket Swayhar Chessls

Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chasslsh'lood

159 155123X428 Cuphelder

166 164863 Screw Hwhd. HI-Lo. #13-16 x 3/4

206 170165

207 17670508

2(_ 17670608

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 T'F

Screw Thdrol 3/16-18 x 1/2

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

211 145212

212 175143

- 5479J

Nut Hexf_auge Lock

Insed Lens Reflective Laser

Plug Button

NOTE: All component dimensior_ given In U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

37

GROUND DRIVE

57

38

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1

5

6

8

2

3

4

10

11

13

14

16

18

19

21

22

........

Trar_axle (See Breakdown)

Peodess206-545C

146682

123666X

1200(X_8

121520X

17060512

165866

Spdng, Return, Brake

Pulley, Transaxle

RIng_Retainer

Str_0,Torque

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

Rod Shifter Feeder STLT

STD561210 Pin. Cotter

105701X Washer, Sh_ Plate

74550412

10040400

73800500

Bolt 1/4-28 UNFW/PatchGr.

Washer Lock I'lvy HellcW

Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/18-18

8

STD52.3710

Bntt Fin Hex 3/6-16UNC x 1 Gr 5

STD541437 Nut

106833X Krmb

130804 Rod, Brake

47

48

49

50

51

38

3_

40

41

42

52

53

55

56

57

59

61

24

25

26

27

28

STD541237 NUt

106888X Spdng, Brahe ROd

ST1)551037 Washer

STD561210 Pin

175765 Rod, paridng Brake

2g

30

32

71673

169592

$1_523107

Cap, Parking Brake

Bracket, Tr_nsaxle

Bolt

34

35

36

175578

120183X

S_)551052

Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal

Beadng, Nylon

Washer

3?" ST1)571810 Roll Pin

165936

74760648

175461

175556

19131312

127783

154407

$1_541431

I(Yo710X

105709X

17060616

130801

169691

17060612

P Ldley,Composlt e, Flat

BoB Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 3

Spacer, Split

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Washer 13/32x13/16x12Ga.

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic

Bellcrank Clutch Grad Dr'/St_

125205X Relainer, Belt

STD523715 Bolt

$1_541437 NutCrownLock3i8-16UNC

NutCrownLock5/16-18UNC

Link, Clutch

Spnng, Crutch Return

Screw 3/6-16 x 1.0

V-ROlt, Ground Ddve

Keeper, Belt, Center Span

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

62

63

64

65 e6

70

74

75

76

77

78

7g

80

81

82

83

84

8883R

175410

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

71170764 B_L Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5

STD551143 Washer

154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof

134_83

137057

121749X

Galde, Mower Ddve Belt, R.H.

Spacer, Axle

Washer 25/52 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

STD581075 E-Ring

123583X Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865

121748X Washer 25/32x 1-5/8x 16Ga

$11)580(325 Key Woodruff

145090 Arm, Shift

165592

165711

19171216

166231

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20

Spring,Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 18 Ga.

Link Trans_xal

85

89

90

150_60 Nut, Nylock

158391X428 Console, Shift, STLT

124346X Nut, Selt-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4 g6 $3D524003 RetatnerSpringl"

112 19G91210 Washer 9/3,?.x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

113 127285X

116 72140608

120 73900600

145 74490540

150 175456

151 19133210

156 166002

Sb'ap Torque 90 Degrees

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 5/8-16 x 1

Nut Lock FIg. 5/8-16

Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

Sp_,cerRetainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srded 5/191D x 1.125

158 165589

159 165494

181 72140406

152 73680400

163 74780416

164 19_91010

165 165623

166 156880

168 165492

169 165580

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange Shltt Lt

Bolt Rddd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr5

NntCrownlockt/4-20Unc

BottHexFinl/4-gouncxlGr8

Washer 5/8 x 281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder si16-18 x .561

PlateFasterdngLt

170 173898

197 169613

198 169593

252 72110614

KeeperBeltTransaxleGear

NylinerSnap-ln

Washer NyJiner

Bolt CarT. SH 3/8-18 x 1-3/4

212 145212 Nut Hex Fig. Lock

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

39

STEERING

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272431

L - .x-,.,.,_.,_ M

1

40

STEERING

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272431

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

43

44

46

47

51

54

63

65

67

68

71

82

85

88

91

13

15

17

26

28

29

30

4

5

6

7

8

1

2

3

9

10

11

32

36

37

3B

39

40

41

42

159944X428 $teedng Wheel

154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL

169840

169839

6266H

121748X

19272016

12000029

3366R

175121

ST[_51137

136518

145212

177876

126847X

175146

1698,35

133835

175115

175553

Spindle Assembly, L H.

Spindle Assembly, R+H.

Beating, Race, Thrust. Hardened

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

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 10 Gauge

Ring, Kllp

Bearing, Steering Colemn

Dragllek

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Bearing, Axle

Nut. Hexflange Lock

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

19131416

17060612

Washer 13/32 x 7/6 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/5-16 x 3/4

STD561210 Pin Cctter

130465

155099

152927

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steedng

Screw

159946X428 Insed, Steering Wheel

19132411 Washer 13,/32 x 2-3,/8 x 12 Gauge

$313541537 Gdpco Nut

159945 Adaptor, Steedng W1"_eel

145054X428 Boot, Steedng Shaft

121749X

153720

121232.X

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

Extension Shaft $teedng

Cap.Spindle

6855M Fitting, Grease

STD541431 NutLockHexw/Ins.

LR.LT

5/16-18UNC

74780520 Boit Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-t/4

STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1Gr 5

160367

72140618

169827

Spacer Axle

Boit RDH D SQNK 3,/8-16 x 2-1/4

Axle, Brace

SteedngAsm

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Fastner ChdstmasTree

Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

Clip Steedng

NOTE: All component dlrnenslor_ given I. U. S.

Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

41

ENGINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917_72431

13 e

29

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

42

ENGINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272431

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

14

16

17

23

25

26

29

31

6

8

10

13

3

4

1

2

5

170546

17720410

......

149723

159955

160589

171877

162797

165391

148456

STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

17490624

169837

145996

73920600

137180

10_02X

Control, Throt Paddie

Screw. Hex Thd Cut 1/4o20 x 5/8

Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No. 407777-0121 -E3

Muffler Exhaust

Exhaust Asm. Len

Exhaust Asm. Right

BnttS/16-18uncx3/4W/Sems

Heat Shield Lt

GaSket, Muffler

Tube Drain Oil Easy

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl -1/2 Tylt

Shield, BrnK)br Guard

Control Choke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

32

33

37

38

44

45

46

158990

123487X

137040

148315

17670412

17000612

19091416

Cap FuelGuage

Clamp,Hose

Line, Fuel

Plug, Oil Drain Easy

Screw Hxwsh Thdml 1/4-20 x 3/4

Screw Hex Wsh3,/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga

72

81

10040500

71070512

73510400

Washer Loc:<Hlcl 5/16

Screw Hx Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Stader Nul

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U, S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 turn

43

SEAT ASSEMBLY

22

21

KEY PART

NO, NO,

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9 t0

11

12

DESCRIPTION

140123 Seat 3350 BIkJ'olkCraftsman

140551

71110616

19131610

Bracket Pnt PivOt Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga t 45006 Cl_pPush In Hinged

$313541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc

124181X

17(X30516

19131614

174894

166369

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw 3/_-16 x 1,5 SMGML

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seal

121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

13

14

15

16

17

21

22

24

25

DESCRIPTION

121248)(

72050412

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bo_t Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20;(1-1/2

134300

121250)(

Spacer Split 28 x 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt

123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

171852 Bo9 Shculder 5/16-18 U nc-2A

S'113541431 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

19171912

127018X

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U, S, inches I inch = 25.4 mm

44

DECALS

10

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272431

4 8 7

111

2_

1_ 13

15

KEY PART

NO, NO.

5

6

7

8

9

1

2

3

4

10

156439

165407

177356

177357

177355

133644

177284

174321

163204

1640_5

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Fender Danger Sears

Decal, Engine

Decal, Hood, R.H.

Decal, Hood, LH.

Decal, Hood Side

Decat, Maintenance

Decal, Lc_er Dash

Decal, Rplcmnt

Decal, Fender, Craftsman Gald

Decal Sting Whl

KEY PART

NO.

NO,

11

S t3

15

19

20

--

--

-.

22

- -

--

156368

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Fender STLT Oper rnst E/

146046

160396

138047

172331

Decal, V-Belt Dr Sch Tractor

Decal, Mower Drive Schematic

Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

Decal, Deck Sears

149516 Decal, Battery

138311 Decal, tilt Handle t 65800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT

165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT

178407 Owner's M anual, E ng_ish

178408 Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS AND TIRES

45

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

5

6

7

1

2

3

4

8

9

10

59192

65139

106222X

Valve Cap, Tim

Stem, Valve

Ttte, Front

59_O4 Tube, Front 13re

(Not provided, Service Item Only)

106732)(427 Rim, Front

2781-1

904OH

Fiffing, Gm_Lse(Front Wheel Only)

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

1G6106X427 Rim, Rear

122082)(

7152J

Ttte,Resr

Tuhe, RearTim

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

104757X428 Cap, Axle 11

NOTE: All component dtmenalons _ven in U. S.

Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

LIFT ASSEMBLY

46

LIFTASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272431

KEY

NO.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

15

16

17

18

19

8

11

12

13

2O

31

32

36

37

38

4O

41

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

159460

159471

I05767X

12000002

19211621

Liit Lever Inner _NIre Assembly

Shaft Assembly, Lift

Pin, Groove

E-Ring

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

120183X

125631X

122365X

139865

139866

Beadng, Nylon

Grip, Handle, Fluted

Button, Plunger, Red

Link, Lift, LH.

Link, Lilt, R.H.

STD624O08 Retainer Spring

173288

73350800

Link, Front

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

175689

73800800

Trunnion

Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 UNC

139868

163552

169865

73540600

1550_7

123935X

17060516

19112410

155098

Arm, Suspension, Rear

Retainer Spdng

Bear_ng, Pvt, Lilt

Nut. Crownlonk 3/8-24

Pointer Hght. Ind plug Hole BIk

Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Washer11/32x1-1/2xlOGa

IndieatJon HghL

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

47

MOWER DECK

34

\

16

14

18

48

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272431

50

51

52

53

54

55

56

40

44

45

46

48

49

29

30

31

52

33

24

25

26

27

28

34

36

37

18

18

19

20

21

22

23

4

5

6

6

9

10

11

13

14

15

I

2

3

KEY PART

NO.

NO, DESCRIPTION

165892

$10533107

138017

165460

$3_4009

13O832

850857 srD551137

140296

134143

137645

128774

110485X

174493

72140505

132827

159770

STD541431

134753

131267

105304X

123713X

110452X

130099X428

19111016

131491

157722

129963

153535

178342

STD093717

131494

$3D551(07

S_:)541437

140(_88

S'rD624009

137729

133944

174284

131340

$1D541410

139688

131645

133943

155046

165723

Mower Deck Assembly, 42"

Bolt

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,

Front

Bracket Sway Bar 33/42" Deck

RetaJnerSpdng

Arm, Susgenslon, Rear

Ba_t, Hex 3/8-24 x 1,25 Gr. 8

Washer, Lock

Washer, Hardened

Blade, Mulching

Shaft Assembly, MandreL, Vented

Housing, Mandrel, Vented

Beadng, Ball, Mandrel

Stripper, Mower Deck

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

Bolt, Shoulder

Baffle, Vortex

NutCrownlock3i16-18UNC

SUffener Bracket

Bracket, Dellecto_

Cap, Sleeve

Spring, Torsion, Deflector

Nut, Push

Shhild, Deflector

Washer 11/32x3/SxlTG&

Red,Hinge

ScrewThdrot Washer Head

Washer, Spacer pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Toplock, Flanged

Bolt

Pulley, Idler, Flat

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16

Gauge

Nut Crowhiock 3/_-16 UNC

Guard, MandreI, LH.

Retainer

Barew, Thd. Roll 1/4-20x5/8

Washer, Hardened

R oilerAssembly, Cam Follower

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRtPTION

59

67

68

92

141043

149846

Guard, TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

144959 V-Ball

S'fD541437 Nut

101 136420

102 71081010

109 19061216

104 $3_551110

105 160793

109 2_29J

111 155197

112 155198

Mulcher Cover

Screw Pan HD Phllllp 10-24 k 5/8

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Wold

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel LH.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

113 17060514

114 $3_541431

115 72110504

Screw 5/16-16

Nut. Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Car_age 5/16 UNC x 1/2

116 4809H

117 165746

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

118 739306(0 Nut,Centerlock3/8-16

119 S_3551097 Washer 3/8 x 7/S x14 Gauge

121 143723

129 19131312

Bracket

Washer 15/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1

Gr. 5

131 STD509710 Bolt, RdhdSqnk3_-16UNCxl

142 1658(0

143 157109

Arm Spring Brake Mower

BrackatArmldhir42"

144 158634

145 165809

146 171977

Keeger Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulhiy Idler Flat

Bolt Carriage Idler

147 131335

148 169022

149 165898

150 19091216

161 169670

152 169676

153 169674

154 169675

155 169671

156 169672

157 1696(0

Spdng Extension

Spflng Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

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

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch421n

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring Retention Lever

Spacer

Rnd Clutch

158 17720410 ScrewHexThdCutl/4-2OxSI8

159 s'r]3533717 Bed Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16Unc x 1-5/4

- - 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 0-10, 13-15, 31 and 32)

° - 169583 Replacement Mower, Comphite

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 turn

49

PEERLESS

-- MODEL

TRANSAXLE-MODEL

I

47

34

5O

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

8

8A

9

10

11

12

13

3

4 t

2

5

6

6A

7

772147

780086A

770128

776395

77640_

778364

778369

77833O

792180

732047

784352

784378

778334

778309

778368 t4 778368

15

17

778370

786188

18

20

21

786102

792077A

79_078

22

25

7_;_079

792073A

25A 732177

26

27

28

29

732125

732035

788040

780072

29A 780160

29B 780051

29C 780199

30 780t 08

31 78(_O1

31A 780195

32

34

35

788083

780194

780193

35A 780197

36 790075

37

38

7°_(_7

799_21

DESCRIPTION

Trar_.=axleCover

Needle Bearthg 5/8"

Transaxle Case

Countershaft

Output Shaft

Spur Gear (38 teeth)

Spur Gear (15 teeth)

Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Shlg Key

Woodruff Key #g

Shift Cc41ar

Shift Rod & Fad_

Bevel Gear (30 teeth)

Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth)

Bevel Gear (13 teeth)

(Include. 14)

Bevel Pinion (13 teeth)

(Include. 13)

Ring Gear (43 teeth)

Drive Pin

Spacer 1,130 X .695

Ball 5/16" dia

Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8"

Spring .310 OD x .625 L

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1ol/4"

Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8"

Retaining Ring (pkg ut 2)

Retaining R{ng

Rntalning Ring

Thrust Washer

,627 ID x ,031W

ThnJstWasher

.762 ID x .031W

Thrust Washer

.762 ID x .031W

Anti-Rotation Washer .632

Cup Washer

1.127 ID x .032W

Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W

(Use As Needed)

Flat Washer

.750 ID x .062W

Oil Seal 5/8"

Bushing ,563

Flangad Bushing 5 / 8" ID

Flanged Bushing .751

Brake Dis_

Brake Pad Plate

Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

39

40

7860_6

792076A

58

59

60

61

65

49

50

51

32

53

54

56

57

44

45

46

47

48

41A 790079

42 792073A

42A _

43 7e_)75

790(_5

786066

786086

774690

774691

778356

778338

778354

778352

778350

778346

778355

778337

778353

778351

778349

778345

780189

66

67

69

70

7t

71B 788092

76

77

79

82

776422

776396

732170

786187

788069

780090

788078A

792144

778333

83 778338

85 732154

87 788089A tS0 788093A

157 788088A

180 733229A

900 794712

DowelPin

Flat Waader

,312 ID x .059W

Brake Lever

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"

Lock,nut 5 / 16 - 24

Brake Pad Holder

Spacer ,2625 x t .O

Brake Lever Bracket

Axal (11-15 / 16" Long)

Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long)

Spur Gear (29 teoth

Spur Gear 27 teeth

Spur Gear (23 teeth)

Spur Gear (19 teeth)

Spur Gear (16 teeth)

Spur Gear (15 teeth)

Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Spur Gear (13 tenth)

Spur Gear (17 teeth)

Spur Gear (21 teeth)

Spur Gear (24 teeth

Spur Gear (25 ee h

Flat Washer

.563 ID x .062W

Input Shaft

Shifter & Brake Shaft

Rotalning Ring

Spacer ,890

Square Cut Ring

_O" Ring

Flat Washer

1.128 ]D x .058W

Inverted Retaining Ring

Spring .430 OD x .5000 L

Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Oil Fill Plug

Oil Seal 9 / 16"

Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone

Oil Seal 3/4"

GearOIIg0wg0

Replacernent MST

206-545C Transaxle

NOTE: AJIcomponent dlrnenslons given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

51

BRIGGS

TRACTOR

ENGINE-MODEL

213_

929_ 10 V11_

L'Jlr I

13_1

216

267 |

222 I

188_

1058 OWNER'S MANUAL ]

I 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL I

4J 1017_

•

552_

691 _

865B_

447A _

1013

1027D

54 _ 654 •

53_

89 l

52

BRIGGS

TRACTOR

ENGINE-MODEL

53

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272431

BRIGGS& STRAI"rONENGINE-MODELNUMBER407777,TYPE NUMBER0121-E3

_4y

635

1005 _

332 _ i'-_'_'T_

___L_i._mL._

871

501 _ 789_I_

729 _

197

7_

9_

1

@

-k 358 GASKET SET

3_ 2o_

51_

51A_

943 C)

524_

163_

276 _

8_ _

10

_

883 0

,,r

48

311

-/

697

54

BRIGGS

TRACTOR

ENGINE-MODEL

27

28

29

32

33

34

35

36

40

13

15

16

20

22

23

24

25

8

9

5A

7

10

11

12

KEY PART

NO, NO,

1

2

3

4

5

690231

499585

391086

690069

499587

26

690308

691053

222696

499588

499589

499590

499591

499604

499605

499595

690962

499601

690937

690960

690942

690945

690360

590946

691046

690947

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Assembly

Bushing-Cylinder

• Seal-Oit

Sump-Engine

Head-Cylinder No. 1

Head-Cylit_ler No. 2

,+ Gasket-Cylinder Head

Breather Assembh/

• Gasket-Breather

Screw (Breather Assy.)

Tube-Breather

• Gasket-Crankcase

Screw (Cylinder Head)

PI_-_I D_ain

Crankshaft

, SeaI-Oil_PTO Side)

Screw Engine Bump)

Flywhee

KepFlywh_el

Piston Assembly (Std.)

Piston Assembly (.010

O.S.)

Piston Assembly (.020

O.S.)

Piston Assembly (.030

O.S.)

Ring Set-Pislon (Std.)

Ring Set-Piston (.010

O.S.)

Ring Set-Piston .020 O.S.

499606499607 Ring Set-Piston/.030 O.S.I

690975

499582

Lock-Piston

Pin-Piston

Pin

499583

690976

499596

499597

690963

690963

890964

Rod-Conneutin _g

Screw (Cc_r_c{'mg

Valve-Exhauet

Valve-Intake

Spring-Valve

Spring-VaNe

Retainer-Valve

Intake)

Rod)

Exhaust

73

74

75

89

95

98

104

105

108

117

42

45

46

48

499586

690977

690978

693893

Keeper-VaWe

Valve Tappet

Cam Shaft

Short Block

50

51

690948 Manifold-Intake

90949 "_÷ Gasket-Intake

51A 690950.O_: Gasket-Intake

53

54

690951

690953

Stud Carburetor)

Screw ntake Manifold)

691055

691057

691066

690283

690718

499802

690984

690985

690986

690232

690989

Screen-Rotating

Screw (Rotating Screen)

Washer (Fty_heel)

Plug-Oil

Screw (Throffie Valve)

Idle Speed Kit

* Pin-Float HinnQe

" VaNe-Float Needle

Valve-Choke

ID Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

131

133

135

137

141

142

KEY PART

NO, NO,

121

122

125

130

499811

690952

499804

690993

146

150

160

163

187

499805

499806

499803

Throttle Shaft Kit

Float-Carburetor

Fuel Transfer Tube

690994 g¢ Gasket-Float Bowl

499607 Choke Shaft _3l

499808 (D Nozzle-Carburetor

94388

690995 _

690996

691001

691050

DESCRIPTION

Carburetor Overhaul Kit

Spacer-Carburetor

Carburetor

Valve-Throtlle

Key-Timing

Gasket-Nozzle

Retainer-Solenoid

.+ Gasket-Air Cleaner

Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

187A

188

192

197

209

211

212

691049

690960

690083

690960

891018

691019

691020

Length

Line-Fue

Screw (Control Bracket)

Aduster-Roaker Arm

Screw (Back Pate

Spring-Govemor

S rin -Governed Idle

691021

691022

394348

690412

691023

691048

690718

991005

690957

590956

691024

695134

590997._:_

590097

690960

691004

691005

691262

591263

497606

691059

691060

691061

691043

499889

691062

252

265

267

276

278

287

304

305

309

310

311

213

216

219

220

222

227

231

240

250

332

333

334

337

358

363

Bracket-Choke

Link-Choke

Gear-Govemol

Bracket-Contrnt

Control

Filter-F ue

Retainer-Breether

Element-Breather

Clamp-Casing

Sealing

Screw

Washer

Housing-Blower

Motor-Starter e,r_sh Set

Nut (Flywheel)

Control

Washer (Governor Lever)

Lever-Governor

Screw Choke Valve)

Screw (Casing Clamp)

Washer (Gov. Control Lever)

Dipslick Tube

Screw (Blower Housing)

Bolt-Starter Motor

Armature-Magneto

Screw (Magneto

Spark Plug

Gasket Set

Flywheel Putter

Armature)

_1

_.

+

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

358

Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121

Inetuded in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

No. 977

Included in Valve Overhaul Kit. Key. No.

1033

NOTE: Ati component dimensionsgiven in U,S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

55

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272431

BRIGGS& STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER4077"/7,TYPE NUMBER0121-E3

KEY PART

NO.

387

404

418

445

447

697

703

718

726

729

741

742

750

783

788

789

797

798

801

802

803

842

847

851

NO.

808656

690442

690999

499486

691003

693167

690967

691283

691286

-----

691031

499602

691234

DESCRIPTION

Wrench-Spark Pt

Screw (Fuel Pure pU_

Pure -Puel

Was_ r (Governor Crank)

Plate-Cover

Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge

Screw (Air Guide Cover)

447A 690960

462

467

474

691261

691008

691064

501

505

510

513

523

524

525

526

544

691185

691029

497606

692024

691036

691032

691037

690960

------

Screw Air Guide Cover)

Washer Starter Cable)

Knob-Air Cleaner

Altamator

Regulator

Nut (Gov. Control Lever)

Drive-Starter

Clutch-Ddve

Dipsgck

• Dipstick Tube Seal

616

628

633

635

654

668

672

691

552 690552

552A 690553

562

573

690311

691009

579

601

615

691029

691038

690317

691045

690960

DipstickTuhe

Screw Regulator

Armature-Starter (Servce with 691262 Starter Motor)

Bushing-Governor Crank

Bushing-Governor Crank

Bolt (Gov. Control Lever)

Plate-Back

Nut Starter Cable)

Camp-Hose

Retainer-Governor Shaft

Crank-Governor

Screw Fuel Pump Bracket)

690998 _: Sea-Choke

66538 Boot-Spark

Shaft

Plug

690958 Nut (Carburetor)

691215 Spacer

690234 _1:_ G_sket-Carburetor

690657 • Governor

Plate

Shaft Seal

690372

691010

690959

499612

694123

690980

690328

691033

693058

691039

695050

Screw (Drive Cap)

Clip

Pin-Locating

Gear-Ring

WireClip

Gear-'riming

E-Ring Retainer

Screw (Oil Pump Cover)

Gear-Pinion

Fuat Pum Bracket

Harness-_ leng

Screw (BrushRetainer)

Screw (Rocker Arm)

Cap-Ddve

Cap-End

Housing (Sew;ce with

691262 Starter Motor)

° Dips6ck/Tupe Seal

Dips5ck/Tupe Assembly

Ter minat-Sparkplug

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

855

865

865A

865B

868

691011

691012

691014

691015

871

877

690968

690969

399916

683

914

918

929

934

943

947

965

967

968

975

977

987

1005

1006

1013

1017

1019

1022

DESCRIPTION

Adapter-Air

Cover-Air Guide

Cover-Air Guide

Cover-Air Guide

°+ Seal-Valve

Bushing-Guide

Altemator Connectur/Wire

690970

690960

694000

691003

691058

690589

,+ Gasket-Exhauat

Screw(RockerCover)

Hose-Vacuum

Screw ((_hoke Control

Bracke

t)

Screw (Fan Retainer)

• O-Ring Seat (Oil Pump

Cover)

Solenaid-Puel

O11Pump Cover

499809

499613

273638

499788

499810

499812

Filtar-Pre-Cleaner

Cover-Air Cleaner

BowI-Ficat

Gasket Set-Carburetor

691000 O€ Seat-'rnrortle Shaft

691243 Fan-Flywheel

691247

690954

Retainer-Fan

Nipple-Oil Filter

690770

690103

Oil Pump Screen

Label Kit

690971 ,+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

1023 499599

1023A 499600

1024

1026

499054

690981

1026A 690982

1027

1029

1033

492932

690972

499890

Cover-Rocker CyI. No, 1

Cover-Rocker Cy. No. 2

Pump-Oil

Rod-Push (Steel)

Rod-Push (inAlum urn)

Filter-Oil

Rocker Arm

Valve Overhaul Kit

1035

1036

1051

1058

1090

1100

1119

691042

695104

691265

274277

691293

690973

691183

Shaft-Pump

Emissions Label

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

Retainer-Brush

Rocker Arm pivot

Screw Alternator)

1123 690987 O:_ O-Ring Seal (Solenoid

Retainer)

1124 690988 O:_ O-Ring SeaI-FuelTransfer

Tube

1126

1127

1128

1169

----

690991

690992

Screw (Fuel

Screw (Float

Transfer

Bowl)

690990 O Screw(CarhuretorNozzic)

Tube

690990 Screw (carburetor

Plate

,)

Cover

445777-0027-E2 Replacement Engine

RPM Set_n_gs: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 Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

No. 977

Included in Valve Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

1033

56

NOTE: All componentd_ensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

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