917.256552

OWNER'SMANUAL

_0Assembly o Operation

0 Customer Responsibilities

_ Service and Adjustments

Repair Parts

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

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

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers

WMPORTANT:

FAILURE

THIS CUTTING

TO OBSERVE THE

MACHINE

FOLLOWING

IS CAPABLE

SAFETY

OF AMPUTATING

INSTRUCTIONS

HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING

COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY

OBJECTS,

OR DEATH.

III. CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow afl instructions and on the machine before starting, in the manual

Only allow responsible instructions, to operate adults, who the machine.

are familiar with the

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.

Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absotuteiy necessary.

took down and behind before and while backing.

Always

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.

SIow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine unattended.

Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing.

Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light:

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

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

WI. SLOPE OPERATION

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

All slopes require extra caution.

If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down sIopes, 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.

,, Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machir.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow and g;aduaL 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 not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

o Donottrytostabilizethemachinebyputtingyourfootonthe ground.

o Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.

Never assume that children witl remain where you last saw them.

o Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsibie adult.

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

o 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.

o Never allow children to operate the machine.

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

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_V. SERVICE o Useextracarein handli _gasolineandotherfuels.

flammable and vapors _e explosive.

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Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap on add fuei with the engine running; Allow engine to cool before refueling.

smoke.

Do not

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 boks, especially btade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

Never tamper with operation regularly.

safety devices.

Check their proper

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

Clean storing.

oil or fuel spillage.

Allow machine to cool before

Stop and inspect the equipment

Repair, if necessary, before if you restarting.

strike an object.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

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

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

Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

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

Check brake operation f ,_quently.

Adjust and service as required.

disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental adjusting up, j or making repairs.

WARNING 4&

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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CO_Grs_A _.LAo_©[iS o"l your pumhase of a .:_eals

Traetor I[_"-_as tured Io give you the best possibie dependabiitv arid

HORSEPOWER: ! 5.0

Should you experience any probbm you cannot easiiy remedy, piease contac[ your nearest Sears Authorzed

Sewice Cente_/DepaS:ment Department.

We have corm potent wetbtrained technicians and the proper too!s to service or repair this tractor,

Please read and retain Ibis manual. The nstructions wll enable you to assemble and maffstain your tractor pmper!y

Atways observe the '_SAFETY RULES".

GASOL NE CAPAC TY

ANC, TYPE:

OIL TYPE (APFSF/SG):

OIt CAPACi]Y: t,25 GALLONS

_NLEADED REGULAR

SAE IOW30 (above 32°F}

SAE 5W-30 (beiow 32°P)

W/FILTER: 40PNTS

W/O FILTER: 3,5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:

G£P: 040")

• ,1rJMBEs 9 t / ._5650_z

VA_.vl: ,.;LhARAN<;E; NO'T, D..USTABLE

SERIAL iNUMBER

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 0 5.5

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T_RE _-'RESSURE: FRONT: !4 PSI

REAR: !0 PSi

H_ 71ODE<./_,NDSERi£,_ .}JMBERSWIL_.BET,JU,.ID

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF: -_i ' " IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FU, URn=REFERENC_

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CHAR,s.NG SYSTEM:

"BA rTERY:

3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

AMP/HR:

MIi'4.

CCfa,:

30

240

CASE SIZE; UIR

.NAN¢_ AGREEMEN

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A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avaiiabie on this produet Contact your nearest Sears store :[or detaiis

I BLADE BOLT TORQUE:

30-35 FT. LBS

Read and observe the safety rutes

_', Foitow a _'eguiar schedute in maintaining, caring for arid

Foilow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilb des _kd "Storage" sections of this owne_ s manuak

WARNING: This t_actor is equipped with an ntemat combustion engine and shouid not be used on or near any unimproved forest_covered brash,covered or grass-covered and unless the engines exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meetin¢] applicable locai or state taws

(if ar;y)_ f a spa,_ka testa s Used ii should be ma r_,tained n effective working order by Ihe operator.

n the state of California the above is required by law

{Section 4442 of Ihe Caiifornia Pubic Resources Code}•

Other states may have simiiar laws. Federal laws apply on federai !ands. A spad< arrestor for' the muffler is available through your r_earest Sears Au[horized Service Cartier/

Depa_'ment (See REPAR PARTS section of this manual}.

LH q TED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ,JRAFTS[VIAN " E@UIP aENT

For two ,,_)years from the date of pumhase,if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, iubdcated and tuned up according to the nstrJctio<_sin the owner's manuai, Sears wit!

repair or re,aiace free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or

1'hisWarranty does hot cover: o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

Tire replacement or repair caused by puncturesfrom outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or giass.

o Repairs necessar£ because of operatorabuse negligence, improper storage or accident or the faiiure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owners manuei.

'o Riding equipment usedfor commercial or reniai purposes.

L Ba TED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON B qTERY

or r_ff_ety(go} days from date of purchase, if any batteqi inck._dedwth his riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determir_esthe battery witl not hold a charge, Sears will _ep!ace the baiter,/at no charge.

N,-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRA_SMAN RtD_NG EQ IPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30

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

AFTER 30 DAYS FROM

"r'HE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE iS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAftSMAN RIDING EQU!PMENT

TO

YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER.

(!N.-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STLL St:!;iAVA LABLE AFTER 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP OflARGE WILL APPLY.') T'IS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY

WI41LE THIS PRODUCT !S _NTHE UNITED STATES.

This Warranty gves you epecific egat fights and you may also have other _ignts which may _a_y from state to state

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................

2

PRODUCT SPECiFiCATIONS ......................................

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIB_LmES ..................... 3. !5-t9

WARRANTY ..................................................................

3

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

4

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .........................................

5

ASSEMBLY ...............................................................

7-9

OPERATION .........................................................

10-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .....................................

15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ...........................

20-25

STORAGE ...................................................................

TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................

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27-28

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................

30-47

REPAIR PARTSENGINE ....................................

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PARTS ORDERJNGISERV_CE .................. BACK PAGE

iNDEX

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Accessories .......................................

5

Adjus_rnen_s:

Brake ...........................................

22

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

Mower:

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

2I

Side-To-Side .......................... 2t

Throttle Control Cable ................. 25

Air FHter, Engine .................................

18

Air Screen Engqe .............................

'_8

Assembly ...........................................

7-9

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Battery:

Charging ................................

7 8

Cleaninc ......................................

16

Starting w_th Weak Battery ....... 24

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

26

Terminals ....................................

I6

Belts:

Motion Drive

Removal/Repiacem_nt ........... 22

Mower Blade Drive

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

Blade:

Sharpening ................................... 16

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

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

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

Controls, Tractor ................................. ! I

Customer Responsibilities .......... 3,I5-19

Engine:

Air Filter ....................................

18

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

Battery ...................................... 16

Cooting Fins, Engine ............... 18

Engine Oil ................................ t7

Fuel Filter ................................

19

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

Tractor:

Blades ......................................

t6

Lubrication Chart ..................... 15

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

Tire Care .........................

8,16,23

Cutting Height, Mower .......................... t2

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E,_ectrical:

Interlocks and Reiays ................ 24

Schematic ...................................

29

Wiring Diagram ...........................

30

E_gine:

Air Filter .......................................

18

Air Screen ..................................

18

Cooling Fins Eng ne ................... 18

Oil Change .................................

17

Oil Level .................................

13.17

Qi! Type ..................................

17

Preoara_tor ................................

13

Reoair Parts ...........................

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Starting .......................................

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

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2_

FlUters:

Air ...............................................

18

Ft_ef

Fue_ .............................................

19

Type ............................................

13

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

26

Fuse ...................................................

24

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Gauge Wheels .....................................

8

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F_'oodRemoval/installation ................. 24

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Leve_ing Mower Deck .........................

2!

Lt_brication Chart ................................

15

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Maintenance Schedule ......................

15

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back .......... 21

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

2!

Blade Sharpening .......................

16

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

Cutting Height .............................

12

Installation ...................................

20

Operation ...............................

12-13

Removal ......................................

20

Mowing Tips .......................................

14

Muffier ................................................

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. Spark Arrester ..........................

3,40

Muicher Plate .......................................

9

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Oil:

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

Engine .........................................

17

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

26

Ooeration ....................................

10-t4

Operating Mower ..............................

.12-I3

Ootions:

Accessories ................................

Seark Arrester ........................

3.40

5

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Parking Brake ................................

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Parts Bag ............................................

6

Parts. ReDlacementJRepair ........... 30-47

Product Specifications .........................

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Reeair Parts ..................................

30-47

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Safety Rules .......................................

Seat ......................................................

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

Brake ...........................................

22

Carburetor ..................................

25

Fuse ............................................

24

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

Motion Drive Belt

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

Mower Blade Drive Belt

2

8

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

Mower Adjustment:

Front_to-Back .........................

21

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

21

Mower Installation .......................

20

Mower Removal ..........................

20

Tire Care .............................

8,16,23

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

55

Spark Plugs ........................................

18

Specifications .......................................

3

Starting the Engine .......................

! 3-t4

Steering Wheel ................................

7,23

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

12

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

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26

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ..... 25

Tires ...........................................

8,16,23

Trouble Shooting Chart .................. 27-28

Transaxle Repair Parts .................

46-47

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Warranty ...............................................

3

Wiring Diagram ..................................

30

Wiring Schematic ...............................

29

These

Most accessories

ENGINE

AiR FILTER

PERFORMANCE

Soars offers a wide variety of attach ments that fit your tractor. Many of the_seare listed below with brief explanations of how they can help you. This _istwas current at the time of publication; however, it may change in f_tUre years - more attachments may be added, changes may be made in these attachments, or some may n° longer be available or fit your modet Contact your nearest Sears store for the accessories and attachments that ate available for your tractor.

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

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a heaithy lawn Ta pered 2.5 inch steel spikes mounted on !0-inch diameter discs puncture holes in soil at Cose intervals to Jet moisture soak in.

Stee we ght tray for increased penetrat on

BAGGER lets you cottect grass c}ippings and teaves for a heafthier, nester looking iawn.

Two Perrnanex containers hold

30-gallon ptastic bags.

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage.

CARTS make hauling easy.

Variety of sizes available, plus accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover, protective mat and doily.

CORING AERATOR takes smafi piugs out of so_ to allow moisture and nutrients to reach grass roots, 36dnch swath.

24 hardened steel coring tips.

150 lb. capacity weight tray.

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain.

GANG NtTCN lets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments _t once, such as sweepers, dethatchers aerators (not for use with toilers, carts or other heavy attachments).

GAUGB WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce chances of"scalping" on uneven terrain• For mower decks not so equipped.

MULCH RAKFWDETRATCHER !oosens soil and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring tine teeth. Useful to prepare bare areas for Seeding. Available forffont or rear mounting.

RI_GH PERFOR_d_ANCE REEL_ACTION

SPRING T_NE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and tosses thatch into large hopper, Mounts behind tractor,

MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE K_T, once instaJied, Jets you muich, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) wi[hout changing blades. For models not equipped as 3din1 Convertible mowers.

See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this manuai,

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

Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x I0 Iumber.

ROLLER for smoother iawn surface.

36dneh wide, 18dnch diameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs_of weight. Rounded edges prevent harm to turf, Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum.

S#_OWBLADEIorsnowremovatorfiy.

14dnch high,48dnchwide

_;adec_ears42-inch pathwhen angledld_or dghL Ra!Se s, lowers

_;_rlside tever: Adjustable skids; repiaCeabJe, revers Ibte scraper ba_. (Use with t re c qa ns'and whee we ghts and/or rear drawbar

SN()_,P_HROWER has 40dnch swath. Drum-.type auger handles powdery and wet!heavy

snow.

Mounts easily with simple pin arrangement.

Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat.

6dnch d_ameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet.

Lift controlled at tactor seat.

(Use with chans and wheei weights and/or rear

SPRAYERS use 12welt DC electric motor that connects to the lractor batten/ or other 12-volt source.

Includes booms for automatic spraying and hand he!d wand for spot spraying, Wand fas adjustaMe spray pattern.

For apptying herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers.

SPREADBRiSEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kilt-

_sg aasy_ Broadcast spreaders are also usefuI for granular deicers and sand.

'Sh_JE:EPERSlet you coi/ect grass c ippings and leaves.

!;_I:and depth control system and does NOT reqL 'e a s eeve hitch

R{Sany iawn, yard Orgarden tractor. Simply hook up to the tractor a_awbar and g0!

Optional accessories convert unt for

@thatching, aerating hilling...without

tools.

T_RBCHAINS are heavy duty; ciOsety spaced extra-large cross

}}_ks give smooth ride, outstanding traction.

*fRAC_OR CAB has heavy duty vinyt fabric over tubular steel frame, ABS piastiC !op; ciear p!astic windshield offers 360 degree visibility: Ringed 'netai doors with catch.

Keeps operator warm and dv Remove vinyl sides and WindShields for use as sun

_:,roi_ct0r in summer, Optio_"_a! accessories include: tinted/ operated wiper;

12-volt amber caution }ight for mounting on Cab top.

stACS for poweffui coitection of heavy grass c!ippihgs and leaves,

O#tio_at wand attachment to pick up debris in hard4o_reach p_aces. VACiCH_PP_R includes a chipper-shredder,

W_!GHT BRAC_(_T for drawbar for snow removal applications.

t_ <5 lb. weight.

_HBEL WB_GHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow removal or ._ozing heavy _.+ _u ,,

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(I) Lar@e Fiat Washer (t) U>ckwasher 318

(i) Locknut

5/I6-,!8

(1) I4ex Boit 5/16-18 st i-I_4

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Plate i i

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Boot

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(!} Washer

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(1} Leck Wad-her i/

(2) Screws

#10x 518

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(2) Hex Bo!ts I/4-20 x 3/4

(2) Hex Nuts 114.__.0

z_ Washers 9/32 x 518 x _ Gauge

Parts Bag

(2} Centerlock Nuts

Assemblys

(2) Keys tt }} Wheel

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Extension bnafl

To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all carts and hardware you assemble must be figr_tened securely. Use the correc_ loots as necessary to insure proper tJghmess.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set wilt make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are Iisted.

tU 5J16" wrench

_2t 7/!6" Nrencnes

_ _ //2" wrer_cn

I _ 3/4" Secket w/afire rachel

Philliss Screwdriver

Tire oressure gauge

(2} 9/I6" wrench Utility knife

When right or eft hand is mentioned m rots manual, it means when you are in the operating oosition (sea_ee behind the s_eermg wnee_ !,

STEERING

BOOT _ .....

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STEERING

--.'_ WHEEL _NSERT

3/8 HE:X BOLT

318 LOCK WASREF!

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WASHER

STEERING

WHEEL

TO RE,lOVE TRACTOR FRON! CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

Remove al accessible loose oa_s ana carts canons

Trom capon (See page ] L

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EXTENSI!ON

SHAFT

5/16HEXBOLT

, Cut, from top to bottom, atong lines on alt four comers

Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove,

BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFF SKID

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A°FACH STEERiING WHEEL (See Fig, 1)

ASSEMBLE EX'TENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft, Align mounting holes in extension and iower shafts and install 5/t6 he>:bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

I_tPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO

18_22 FT LBSTORQUE.

o Place tabs of sleeting boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure.

iNSTALL STEERING WHEEL

Position front wheeis of the tractor so they are pointing straight foPTvard.

o Slide steedng wheel adapter onto steering shaft extension.

o Position steering wheel and sleeve assembly so cross bars are horizenta! (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

o Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 iock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely o Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

Remove protective pastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera° tier section for tocation and function of con.,,

Press rift lever p{unger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position o Reiease parking brake by depressng clutch/brake

F_G. !

Place freewheel control in freewheefing position to disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT ° in the Ogeration section of this manua!).

Roil tractor backwards off skid.

Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BAKERY (See Figs, 2 and 3}

CAUTION: Do not short battery term_ na_s: Before eormecting batterj_ re_ move metal bracelets, wristwatch bends, rings_ etCo

Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidene o Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and tiff seat pan to raised position.

Open battery box door.

Remove terminal proteciive caps end discard.

If this batten/isput into service after month and year indicated on label (!abel located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amp&

First connect RED batter,! cable to positive (+) terminat with hex boit, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown, T ghten securely.

Connect BLACK grounding eabte to negative (-}_ferminai with remaining hex bott flat washer lock washer and hex nut. Tighten secureiy_

Close battery be)( door.

ASSE

Open battery box door lot': o Inspection for secure corlnections (to _ig_'ten hard

Inspection Ior corrosion.

_* Testing batteG,

Jumping (f required} o Periodic ci_arging.

POSIT!VE

{RED) CABLE

B_SCARD

TERMINAL

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WASHER

PLAT

WASHER

HEX

BOLT

F_G....

NEGATIVE

(BL ACE) CABLE

Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

o Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which a!ows

you to press dutch/brake pedal a_I the way down,

Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

o Raise seat and tighter adjustment bolt securely.

CHECK TIRE PRESSU!!_E

The tires on your tractor were overinfiated at the !actor/for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is irnpoRant for best cutting pedormance.

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown n "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK ©ECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled.

See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Sewice and Adjustments section of this manual•

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

See the figures thai are shown for replacing motion and r_iower _lade @;ire betts in the Sergice and AdjustmentS section of Ibis manual, Verify ihat the belts are rouIed

SEAT

PAN

BATTERY

BOX DOOR

FtGo 3

_NSTALL SEAT (See Fig° 4)

Adiust seat before tightening adjustment bott o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan

0_ Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

Assemb!e adjustment boIt bck washer and fiat washer looseIy Do not tighten.

Tighten shoulder boit securety

SEAT

After you ieam how _o operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is propedy s.diusted, See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE' in the Service and Adjuslments section of this rnanual_

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig. 5)

Assemble gauge wheeis with tractor on a flat level surface

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

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual),

-_ Wth 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 shouider bolt, 3/8" washer and 3/8o16 tocknut and tighten securely.

,, Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

l

]

/"

\

SEATPAN

3/8- t 8

GAUGE WHEEL j .....

k

FIG,, 5

SHOULDER

BOLT

F'iGo4

_NSTALL MULCHKR PLATE

{See Figs.

6 & 7}

Install two a[cn nooks _o mutcher p_a[e using screw, washer, IOCKwasner, and wetd nut as shown,

NOTE: Pre-assembie wetd nut to latch hook by inserting we_a nut from the top w_th hook oointing down,

Tighten hardware ;ecure_y.

Raise and nolo deflector shield in Jprlght position,

Place front of muiener orate over fret t of mower deCK opening and slide into p_ace, as shown.

Hook front latch trio note oR front of mower deck o Hook rear latch into no_e an back Of mower DecK.

CAUtiON: Do not remove discharge guard f_om mower.

Raise and hold guard when attaching muJcher plate and allow it _o rest on p_ate whi_e in

LATCH

HOOKS

FiG. 7

LATCH

WELD NUT FROM THE TOP jr

HOOK POINI"S DOWN

.......

_

X \ "'S

LOCK

WASHER

MULCHKR

PLATE

FIG, 6

J" HOOK

LOCK

WASHER

WASHER

WELD

NUT

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 accessoPy,

NOTE: It is not necessary to changebtades, The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also,

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUF_ NEW

TRACTOR. WE WISH TO ASSURE TH/I T YOURECEfVE

FHE BESTPERFORMANCEAND SA TtSFA C TION FROM

FHIS OLIAL/TY PRODUCT,

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

/ No remaining !dose parts in carton.

_/ Battery is properly prepared and charged, (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

v" Sea {,iS adjusted comfortably and tightened securely, v' Atttires are properly inflated.

(For shipping purposes, the tires were overinfiated at the factory).

_x Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/ frontqo-rear for best cutting results.

(Tires must be properly inflated for ieveiing),

/ Check mower and drive belts, Be sure they are routed properly around pul!eys and nside all belt keepers.

/ Check wiring. See thai aH connections are stiil secure and wires are properly clamped.

v" Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is [n drive position_

WHILE LEARNING HOW T© USE YOUR E_ACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO 7-HEFOLLOWING IMPORTANT

FFE/MS: v" Engine oil is at proper !eveL

/ Fuel tank is fiIled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with alt controls ,- their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

/ Be sure brake system isin safe operating condition.

v' II is important to purge the transm ssion before operating your tractor for the first time_ Fotlow proper starting and transmission purging ins!ruetions (See "TO START

ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION' in the Opt.

e_ation section of this msn/4aI)

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CAUTIONOR

WARNING

REVERSE FORWARD FAST

_

ENGINE OFF

SLOW

_ _L _

MGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

_, O_._

MOWER _ ....

LOCm

PARi41NG BRAKE

LOCKED

UNLO_._'..E_J

RLVERoE NEUTRAL HIG_ LOW

PARKING BRAKE l \

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

÷

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCiq DISENGAGED

IGNtT Ob

DANG_, _',._:: • •

(_ydro Moee _ o y

ii

READ THIS OWNER"S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULSS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the iocati0ns of Various controis and adjustments.

Save this manual for future reference_

AMMETER

\

IGNmON

SW_TCH

LIGHT

SWITCH

POStT_ON

THROTTLE/

CHOKE

CONTROL

,, PLUNGER

CLUTCHf

BRAKE

PEDAL

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMEN_

KNOB

FREEWHEEL

CONTROL

PARKING BRAKE

CONTRoLMOT'ON

LEVER

APPROX.

SPEED

3

_

FiG. 8

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the AmeriCan National Standards institute.

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

UGHT SW_TCN: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLF__JCHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and controlling engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Usedfordeciutching and brakng the tractor and s_a_ing the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake peda into the

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of the tractor,

ATTACN_'_IENT U_ LEVER: Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to retease attachment lift

_ever when changing its position.

_GN_TION SW_TCN: Used for starting and stopping the engine_

!4EIGHT ABJUSTMENT KNOB: Used toadjust _

FREEWHEL CONTROL: Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off,.

A_I_4ETER: Indicates battery charging (+) or dischergi _g

!!

_' °" TRA_J R9 H

TO SEX" PARKH!G BRAKE {See Fig_ 9)

You tractor s equipped with an operator p esence sensing switch.

When engine is running, any attempt by the operator Io eave the seat without first setting the parking brake wiil sPut off the engine,

Depress dulch/brake pedat into fuli "BRAKE" position and hold

P/acs_parking brake iever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from ch4ch/brake pedai Pedal shou!d

remain in "BRAKE" pos tion. Ma_<es_ze parking brake will llold tractor secure.

A_iTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER j,

'_@_SENGAGED" p

POSITION

PARKING BRAKE

"ENGAGBD"

GEARSHIET

.....LEWR

CLUTCH/

BRAKE

PEDAL

"DRIVE'

POSKION

HEIGHT ADJU

MENT _NO8

F_G° 9

"_ Uo_, _ON

STOPPerinG (See Fig, 9}

MOWER BLADES .. o Move attac _ment ciutch ieve' to 'DISENGAGED'* po sition_

GROUND DRIVE-

_, Depress clutch!brake pedai nto _uit _BRAKE_'positieh_

Move motion control lever to r eutral (N) position,

!MPOATAHT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSIT!ON WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED,

ENGINE -

Mow_ _hrottJe control to slow (_) pos tiom

NOTE Faiiure to move throttie centre to sio,¢_ (_) position and ai owing engine to die before stopping rnay cause engine to 'backfire",

Turn ;gnton key to "OFF' position and remove key.

Always remove key when !eaving tractor to preve@ unauthorized use.

o Never .;se choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor s standing die with he engne runnin% h@:erK3 ne ex iaus[ gases may cause "browning* oi grass. To e iminate this possib@!_

always stop engne when stoppin{} tractor ors grass areas

CAU°_'IOH: A_ways stop t_'actor com_

p_ete% as described above before _eav,hg the operator's position:; to empty grass catcher_ etCo

TO US_:£TRRO_L£ CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

Always operate engine st fuji throttle.

Operating engine at less than ful throttle reduces the battery charging rate.

o Fuii thro@e offers the best bagging and mower pefforo rT_ance,

TO _",aOVEFORWARD AND BACKWARD (See

F_go9)

The direction and speed of movemerit is controiled by the motion control lever

Start tractor with motion control !ever in neu[rat (N) o Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

o Slowly move motion control !ever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See isig,,g}

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustmast knob n desired direction,

-.

_xrn kK)b c!ockwise (,S:,q) to raise- c_tting height,

*_ -%ira kieb counterclockwise (_-%) to lower cutting

The cutting height range is approximately I o1/2" to 4" The heights are measured from the g,_oundto the blade tip with the engine not runnihg.

These heights are approximate and n_ay van/depending upon soil conditions, height of

,grass ad types of grass being mowed.

The average lawn shoutd be cut to approximately 2ol/2 nches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months.

F:or healthier and better ooking lawns mow often and after moderate growth,

_0 For best cutting pedormance_ grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice.

Make the first cut releNvely high; the second to desired he ght.

TO OPERATE _VtOWER (See Fig, 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged wil!

shut off the engine,

Select desired height of cut

,_ Lower mower with attachment lift control

S_art mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

_ TO STOP M©WER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower o_ mowers so equipped, or the dis-

"EN@AGED"

POSITION ATTACHMEHT

LOW i V

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB k....

FIG. I0

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

GL_ABO

CHECK ENGINE OIL L£VEL (See Fig. 17}

rise engine t- yoJ_ t<ac or has been shipped, from the factory, already flied ws summ,e_ weight oii.

=, Check engne oii wh '.tae_or on ievei ground.

gffhread a_d _'emove o cap/dbstick wipe oil off

Re nse_-the a ps! ck <:to ;he tube and est oil fii! cap on the tube. Do not h_ead the ei@ onto Ihe tube. Remove and read o! eve _:_cessary add oil un!

'FULL"

;na_k on d pstic_<is _esched Do r_ot overt 1_

£or cold weather operation you st ould change oi! for easier starling (See OL VISCOS TY CHARW n the

Castomer Ressonsl: ties section of this nanua0o

To change e _gine oi, see the C ;stomer Responsibifities section n t!qs Y,a .ai.

o Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hi!ls.

Avoid stopping or changing speed on hils.

o if sbwing is necessary, move throttle controi tever to f stopping is absoiutely necessa%,, push c_uth!bn_ke

pedal qu ckiy to brake pesitk)n and engage parking brake.

_ Move motion control tever to neutrat (N} positior.

It_PORTA_t"[': THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT' RETURN TO NEUTRAL (H) POSKION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL JS DEPRESSED.

o TO restart movemenl, stowiy retease parking brake and o Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

o Make a! turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT {See Fig= 1!}

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewneetng position Free wheel control is located at th,e resr@awbar of tractor.

o Raise attachment Iift to highest position with attach° ment tift control.

o PuiJf_eewhee! controi knob out and hold in position by inserting retainer spring into foP_uardhoie of control rod.

o Do not bush or tow tractor" at more than t:we {2} MPH.

° To reenijage transmission, reverse above procedure

_,_O'/'E: To protect isood from damage when transporting your t:ac o_ on a truck or a traiter, be sure hood is closed and sec ire Sto t_actor. Use an appropr a_e means 9f tying hood o t_actor (rope co_d, etc.).

TO S_£R f ENGBIE (See Fig_ 9)

When starting d'_eengine for the first time or f the engine has run out of f_.e, it will take extra crar_king time _o move fuel from the tank to the engine.

_ Depress clutch/brake pedat and se_ parking brake.

Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

b;iove attachment c!utch to "DISENGAGED" position_

Move throttte control to choke (l_.i) position.

Note: Before starting, read the warm and cotd starting procedures below.

o !nsert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" positior_ and reiease key as soon as engine starts. Do not ;un starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-.

ends per minute, tf the engine does not start after several attempts, move throt£Je controJ to fast (@) position, wait a few minutes and try again, f engine sfiIJ does not start:, move the throttJe controi back to the choke (t'q) position and retry',

_::_ R oc'-_AR,T __"/50 ° F arid above)

,_ .r f_:_-, i troJ to Ihe fast

(@} position.

]"he attachments and ground ddve cart now be used. if the engine does not accept the end, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one min£e using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and beow) o When eng r_estarts, allow engine to run with the throttle cont_oi n the choke (ikl) position unfit the engine runs roughly, then move throttie control to fast (_) position.

This may require an engine warm-up period from severaJ seconds to several minutes, depending on the

HYDROSTAT C TRANSMISSION WARM LIP

Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmis.

sion should be warmed up as follows:

"_ Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

_ Place the motion control lever in neutrat.

Re/ease the parking brake and let the chJtch/brake slowly return to operating position,

Allow one minute for transmission to warm up.

This can be done during the engine warm up

The attacf ments can also be used during the engine warm.<@ period afterthe transmission has been warmed

Ijp,

NOTE: If at a figh aititude (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 Sewice and Adiustments section of this manuak

PURGE TRANSMISS_ON

To ensure proper operation and perfomlance, it is recommelsded that the transmission be purged before operating tractor' for the first time. This procedure wiit remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have develo oped dudng shipping of your tractor.

_B._PORTANT:SHOULDYOUR TRANSMiSSiON REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT,

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

IT

P'.ace tractor saifeiyon tevet sudace with engine off and parking brake set.

Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manuai).

Sitting in the tractor seat, sta£ engine. After the engine is running, move throttle controi _9 stow 0 position.

With motion control iever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal:

,_ Move motion control iever to full forward position and hold for five (5} seconds Move lever to futJ reverse postion and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTRE: During this procedure there wiit be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive

Move motion control lever io neutral (N) position. Shut ° off engine and set parking brake_

Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position {See"TO TRANSPORT' n this section of r,_anual).

Sitting in the tractor seat, sfart engine. After the engine s running, move throttie control io hail (1/2) speed.

With motion control tever in neu_rat (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedak o S!owiy move metion control /ever forward, after the tractor moves approximafe]y five (5) feet, slowly move motion contm_ bver to reverse position.

After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion controi _everto the neutraJ (N) position.

Repeat this procedure with the molion controt lever three (3) times,

'Four tractor is now purged and now ready for normal

OPER

V OW NG TIPS

o Tirechainscannotbe usedwhen themower housingis

_ Mower shouldbe properlyleveledfor best mowing performance.

See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING _'n the Sewice and Adiustments section of this manuai.

Fhe left hand side of mower shoutd be used for trimruing.

o Driveso thatcfippings dischargedonto the area

When mowing large o Ifgrass isextremely itshouldbe mowed twiceto desiredheight.

o Do not mow grasswhen its wet. We[ grasswill mower and leave undesirable clumps: A!tow grass to dry before mowing.

o Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of ma_eriat Regulate ground speed by seiect_ ng a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as v_ellas the quaiity of cut desired.

o When operating etlachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best perferrnance of the attachment being used.

]ON

_1ULCH_NG _._fOW_NG

T_PS

_PORTANT: r.JR B.__

PERFORMANCE KE£1_

,_,_OWERHOUSING FREE (Yx BU}LT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH CLEAN At:TEl E_.CH USE{

The speciai muiching b_ade wilt recut the grass clip.

pings many times and reduce them n size so that as and not ,._._'_ Aiso_ the mutched grass will u,ua_g d_e quickiy to !J,o_ ,_e nutrients for the awn.

as this wiiI provd_.Sthe best recutting action of Ihe biades,

Avoid cutting your iawn when it is weL Wet grass tends to form chimps and inte_eres with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your !awn is the early afternoon°

At this time the_a _' _-_ d ......

wiil not be exposed to the direct sun.

oor best re_utts, adjust the mowe_ cutt ng he ght so that the mower cuts off only £he top one-third of the grass biades (See Fig. i2A). F:>rextrerneiy heavy mulching,

_'educeyour width of cut and mow slowly.

condkions may re-.

a second time to eornpie e y hide the clippings.

When doing a second cui, mew across or perpend cuiar to the firsi cut path.

Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north te south one week then change to east to west the next we_.K. This will i'ep prevent matting and oraininc el the awn,.

i taAx _/s

FIG. 12

ER REI tLITtES

SERVICE DATES

Check Brake Operation

[

L Check Tre Pressure

Check for _Bose Fasteners

Shaq:.ten/Reptace Mower Blades

Lubrication Cha4

Chock Battery Lovei/Recharge i- Clean Balery and Terminals k i Che_k Transaxie Cooiin 9

Adjus Blade Beit(s) Tension

Ad ust Motion Drive Bek(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Love i

I Cha%ge Engine Oil

C ean Air F;ter

/

I i...............................................

i Clean Engine Coo!ing

Fns

Replace }park PN_g

Bapl

Replace Fuel Fiiter i

.......' I..........

[ _IW

:>-

¢W

Change

2 - Service more often when operatk!

9 under a hea,_ f ioad ot in high all bienl tempera{urea.

more often vw_en oeerating in dirty or dusty cot _Jitions.

3 If eaaipped

4 - Replace wilh oil filte_ change oi every blades more oHen when mowing

50 hours in sandy sol.

LJ2_ i

,

I

L

F f

!

I

F--

5 - If equipped with ad ustabie system,

6 - Not red,sired if equipped

7 Tirhtep frort axle pivot with maintenance-free bolt to 35 ft,-Ibs< maximum battely.

Do not overt ghten

GENER£L REOOMME , ©AXIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse oF negligence.

To receive futI value from _he warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual

Some adjustments win need _o be made periodicaily to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Sen/ice and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFOR_ BACH US_

_,.,l_ec_..r,glne oil level

,., _,:;.!4 tlre pressure.

,_ Chec( for Bose !asteners

Always observe safety rules when performing any mamte_ nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

_ttractor requires more than six f6} feet stooping distance st h_ghsseed in hignesx gear. then brake must be adjusted.

See "TO ADJUST BRAKE' '_ the Service and _,djusP rnents section of this manua_l.

T_RES

o Maintair proper a_r pressure in alt tires ISee 'PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manuah.

o Keep tires free of gasoline_ oil, or insect control chemicals which can narm rubber,

Avoid stumps, stones, deed ruts. sharp objecls abe omer nazaras that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be Rep; snarD. Re-p_ace Den[ or aamagea blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig, 13)

Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

o Remove hex bolt, iock washer and fiat washer securing blade.

o InstaJt new or resharpened blade with traiting edge up towards deck as shown,

Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT iS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do be sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE

\

MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

FLAT'WASHER

LOCK WASHEF

HEXBOLT

(GRADE8) .....

_.,_ '@

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY S1XLINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 13

ES

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig, '14}

Sate £n}uld be _aKen to keeu :he blade oaancedo An unbalanced blade w_! cause excesswe wbration and evem

_ual eamaae [o _ewe_ ar_a engine.

The blade can be sharpened with a file or on _ grinding wheel Dc not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

To check blade rsa_ance,you _al_neecJa 5/8" diameter steei bott ore. or a cone oaiancer.

When using a cone bB]ancer. 1oucw [he nstructlons sursoJied with oaf

3RcBrL o Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the stee! bott ar p_nano hold the Bolt or pm natalie with the g ouna.

I blade _sbatanced _1snoutct remain tn a horizontal eosition, f either ena of the blade moves downwaro.

sharpen the heavy ena until the blade is Balanced.

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

En<_ but are no_

CENTER HOLE

518" BOLT

OB P_N

FIG. 14

BLADE

Your tractor has a baSeR/charging system which is sufficient for normal use However, periodic charging of the battery with an aulomolive charger will extend its iile.

o Keep battery and terminals ctean.

Keep battery bolts tighL

Keep srnail vent holes open.

o Recharge at 6q0 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the batteB_ and terminals can cause the battery to 'leakf power.

Open batten/box door° o Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED batten/, cable and remove battery from tractor o Rinse the battery with piain water and dry.

Clean terminals and batters/cabte endswith wire brush until bright.

o Coat terminals wi'th grease or petroleum jetly,

Reinstail batte_ {See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembty sect;on of this manual),

Check V-beits for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adiustabie Replace betts if they be@p,to slip from wear.

I

J

TRANSAXL£ COOUNG

The fan and cooing fins of transmission should be kept clean to assure proper cool r g.

Do not atte npt to ciean fan or transmission white engine is run, ring or whiie the transmission is hot.

_nspect cooiing _anto be sure fan blades are intact and clean

,, Inspect cooling fins for did, grass ciippings and other materials.

To p_event damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean

_

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

insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking

Keep oil at 'FULL" iine on dipstick.

Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished.

A_RCLBANEB

COVER

_COVER KNOB

NUT

The l:ransaxle was seaied al the !actory and fluid mainteo nance s not required forthe lie of thetransaxle Shouidthe transaxie ever ieak or require serv cing, contact your near° est aulhodzed service center/department.

LUBRICATION

Only use hgh quaiity det:e_gent oit rated with APi sewice classification SF or SG. Select ire oi's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

/ f

}

BASE

CAP!D_PST{CK

FiG, 15

NO°FE: Al[hough r_rutti°viscosity ois (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve sta£ing in coJd weather these multi viscosity oils wiiI resutt in increased oii consun pt on when used above

32'ff:. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running !ow on oil.

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 50 hours hereafter or at ieast once a year if he tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil evet before sta_ing the engine and a!ter each eight (8) hours oi operation.

Tighten oil fitt cap/dipstick secureiy each time you check the oil level

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. t5 and t6}

Determine temperature range expected before oit change.

All oii must meet API service classification SF or SG.

Be sure tractor is on tevei surface.

Oil wil drain more freely when warm.

o Catch oil in a suitable coniainer

Remove oil fin cap/dipstick.

Be carefui no_to allow dirt to enter the engine when chang ng oii.

_o, Remove drain plug

After oii has dra ned completely, replace oil drain ph_g and tighten secureiy.

0 Refill engine wkh oil th:_ough ol fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly.

Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see

'PRODUCT SRECIF CATONS' on page 3 of Ihis ment/£i.

F_G° 16

CLEAN AiR SCREEN (See Fig. 16)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.

Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

A_R F_LTER (See Fig.

16)

Your ¢ngine will not run properly using a dirty air fitter.

Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or eve_ season.

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

Sen/ice air cieaner more often under dusty conditions.

,o Remove knob and cover.

,_ Remove wing nut and air cieaner from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER o Stide foam pre-cieaner off cartridge.

Wash it n !iquid detergent and water.

Squeeze ii dr},'in a c!ean cioti_.

_0 Saturate it in engine oil.

Wrap it in clean, absorbent cioth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

to dis-

_oagedirt. Donot wasnthe papercannageor use

oressudzed _lr. as rots witl aamage the cartridge.

Replace a dirty, bent. or damagers ca_ridge.

Reinstall the pre_cleaner _cteaned and oiled1 aver the paper cartridge.

Reasse mb!e air cleaner, wing nut. cover and tlgnten knob securely.

CLEAN AIR _NTAKK/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling finsl and other external Surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times_

Every' 100 hours of operation (more often under extremeIy dusty, drty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the COOtingfins and extemai surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstaIled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged Cooling fins, and/or Cooting shrouds re-

.

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark attester (if equipped) as it could create a fi_e hazard and/or damage.

SPARKPLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

ENGINE OiL FILTER (See F:ig. 17}

Replace the engine oit filter every season or every other oit change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year, o Drain oil from engine crankcase (See _%OCHANGE

ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remove drain piug).

o Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter.

o Apply a thin coating of new engine oit to the rubber gasket on replacement oil fitter.

, Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oii filter c!ockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an addilionai 1/2 turn.

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

GINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual o Start the engine and check for oit baksl Correct any leaks before piacing engine into fuil operation.

O_LFILTER

F_G_17

H-UNE FUEL F_LTER (S&e Fig, 18)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each Season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.

o With engine cooJ, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.

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

o Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.

o Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP CLAMP

FIG, 18

CLEANING

o Clean engine_ battery, seat, finish, etc. of ait foreign matter.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of at! gasoline, oil, etc:

Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unJess the electricaJ system, muffler, air filter"and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

Oepress clutch/brake pedal fully and se_ parking brake.

o P_ace motion contro_ _ever in neutra_ (N) position.

Place attachment clutch in "D_SENGAGED" position.

Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

_,_ake sure the b_ades and all moving parts have completely atoppedo

©iscor_r_ect spark p_Jg w_re from spark p Eugann place wire where it ¢annct come in con[act with _ !:_.

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig, 19)

!lower wiil be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.

Place atlachment clutch m 'DISENGAGED" pos tion,

Move attachment lift Iever forward to lower mower to its lowest ooslt_on.

Rotl belt off ename oui!ey,

Disconnect clutch rod [rom clutch Iever by removing re[amer spnng.

Disconnect anti-sway o_r Irom cnass_s bracket ey remowng relamer spring,

Disconnect susoens_on arms from rear OeCKbrackets

Dy removing retainer springs,

Disconnect tront inks from deck r_y removfflg re_amer sDnn(] S,

Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out ,from under trac[or,

Ri_POHTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

ViOWER 1S TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR THE

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

ROM TRACTOR.

t°O _NSTALL MOWER (See Fig.

t9}

Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor,

Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

instal] mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

CLUTCH

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTFSWAYBAR

RETAINER

SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES;

FIG. 19

CLUTCH LEVER

RETAINER

SPR_NG

ENGINE

/PULLEY j.-

SE

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on _eve_ground or driveway.

Make sure tires are uropedy inflated See

'PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manuai), ftires are over or undefinfiated,you witl not properly adjust your mower,

SIDE-TO-SiDE ADJUSTMENT See Figs. 20 and 21"

Raise mower to its highest position

Atthe midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom eage of mower_o grouna.

Distance"A" on both sides of mower _houid be the same or within _/_." ot each other.

It adjustment is necessary, maKe adjustment on one side of mower only.

To raise one sloe of mower tignzen lift link adjustment nut on that side, o To lower one slde of mower ioosen lift link adjustment nut on that sloe.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will cnange mower height abou! 1/8"

Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO

GROUND

BOTTOM EDGE I

OF MOWER TO

I

GROUND

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL S/DE-TO-SIDE.

IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK eDJUSTMEN q tS

NECESSARY BE SURETOADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WiLL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

SiDE

To obtain the best cutting results.

IRe mower qouslng should be adjusTea so that me rront _sa_orox_mately 1/4" to

3/4" lower than the "ear wnen rne mower s _n its hghes[ posit;on

Check _ulus[men] on Hgn_ s_ae of _racTor. Measure d_slance 'D" directly _ntrent and behind the mandrel at bottom eage of mower nousmc_ as shown.

, Before making any necessary adjustments, checkthat seth trent Nnksare ecual in iengtho Both links shoulo be approximately 10-3/8" tf links are nor equal ir e_ _th adjust one Nnkto same

Iengl:h as other/ink.

To lower trent ot mowe_ _oosen nut "E'" on both front nKS an eoua_ number o_,_urns o When distance 'D" is _iz _:o3/4" lower a_ front than rear. Rgn[en nuts "F" agams_ [runnlon on both front linKS.

To raisetrentot mower !oosennut"F" fromtrunnionon both front Nnks. i-ig _te_: nut "E" or_ both _ronr ]inks an eoua_ number ot turns

When d_star;ce "D" is _[o 3/4' lower a[ front than rear, tighten nut"F" against trunnion on both front links.

o Recheck side4o-side adiustment.

FIG, 20

FIG 22

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE &(:_UAL tN LENGTH

f. .....

FIG. 21

LIFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

NUT "E"

FRONT UNKS TRUNNION

F!G 23

F

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 24)

The mower blade drive beit may oe reolaced without tools.

Park the tractor on level surface.

Engage parking brake

BELT REMOVAL -

Remove mower trom tractor .See TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual).

Work belt off both rnanare_ pulleys and idler 3ufleys.

Putt belt away Tram mower

BELT INSTALLATION.

{nst8 new belt r reverse oroer of removal.

Make sure belt is in at1putiey grooves and inside all bett guides.

o Ins[atl mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

1-3/4'_ _ d AM NUT

O_PERATING

ARM

MANDREL

PULLEY

WDLER

PULLEYS f

MANDREL

PULLEY

FtG. 24

TO

ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 25}

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

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

o Depress ciutch/brake pedat and engage parking brake.

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

tf distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen iam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-3/4% Retighten jam nut against nut "A'_.

Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above.

Readjust if necessary'.

If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest authonzed service center/depa_ment.

/

DO NOT TOUCH TBIS NUT, IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUST-

MENT IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHO-

RIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT

FIG. 25

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the _rac_or on leve_ surface.

Engage parking brake.

For assistance :nere s a bert _nstaHaflon guide decat on bottom s_oe Dt left footres!

Remove mower _See "TC REMOVE MOWER" in this see[Ion Of ,_nIs malquai.

o Remove upper bett keeper.

o Remove belt from stationary idler and clulching idler.

o Puff belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooiing fan blades.

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

tnstai/new bett by reversing above procedure.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER fS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS,

PULLEY

IDLER

TABS

UPPER BELT

KEEPER

}DLER

TRANSMISSION

INPUT PULLEY

F_G. 26

SE

TO ADJUST _OT_ON CONTROL LEVER

(See Fig, 27)

The rnotion control lever nas been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary..

!f for any reason the motion control fever wilt not hold its position while at a selected speed, _ may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the right side of transmission.

o Park Iractor on level surface Stop _ractor by turning ignition key to 'OFF' position and engage parking brake.

o Adjust motion control lever by lightening adiustment

IocRnut one half (I/2) turn.

NOTB: If for any reason the etfott to move the motion controf Iever becomes too excessive reverse the above aciiustment procedure by tooseni¢ 9 tecknut I/4 to l/2 turn,

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary

TRANSB@SS_ON RE_aOVAUREPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for sePdce or replacement; it should be purged after reinstat_atJonand before operating the tractor, See "PURGE TRANSMIS--

SION" in the Operation section of this manual

/

TO ADJUST STEERING _VHEE_ ALIGNMENT

_fsteering wheel crossbafs are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straigiqt forward, remove steep ing wheei and reassemble per nstructions n the Assembly section of this rnant al.

FRONT WHEEL T_{SE--N!CAMBER

The front wheel teeth and camber are not adjustable on your tractor.

If damage has occurred to affecl the front wheel toe4n or camber contact your nearest authorized service centeffdepa¢_ment,

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig, 28}

o Block up axle sec,dreiy.

Remove axle cover, retain ng rng and washers to ailow wheel removei (rear w/ee! contains a square key .-Do o Repair tre and reassemble

On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert squae key

Replace washers and snap retaining ring securety in

,o Replace axlescover.

F_G_ 28

FIG. 27

ADJUST_tENT

LOCKNUT

TO S _AR°__ _: tGINE W_TH A 'WEAK BASWE_Y

{See Fig. 29)

ate explosive 9ases_ Keep sparks_ flame and smoking materials away from bat_, retie.so

Always wea_ eye protection whe_'_ a_o_snd batteries,

If your battery s too weak to start the engine, it should be rectarged_ ff '_iurTper cables' are used for emerger£;y starti_9 fo!low this procedt re: t_PORtf'ANT: YOUR TRACTOR S EQUIPPED WF[HA

12 VOLT _EGA !_}VE GROUND!£D SYSTEM.

THE OTHER

VEqiCLE MUS!

ALSO B[: A 12 VOLT NEGATWE

GROUNDED SvST!f:M, DO _,;Or #SE'{OUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES

TO A°FTACH JLIMP{{{A CASLES ,,

Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSI7 VE

(+) terminal of eacis baltery, ta!,(i sg care not to short against chassis.

o Connect one _ af the BLACK cabe to the NEGA.-

TiVE (0 erm nai of fully char0ed battery,

_ Connect Ihe artier end of "_e SLACK cable to good

CHASS S GROUND away fro_ ftei tank and battery

TO Rr4MOVE CABL££S RE'i(:RS_} ORDER

._

BLACK cabie f_st from chass s _{_Rd charged battery,

RED cable last from both baiteries,

POSITWE _'ERM1NAL t_::._A W_: ERbIINAL

E

iTO REPLACE HEADUGHT BULB

,0 8aise hood, o Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside d the

9rilt.

o Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holde_ securely back into the hole in the backside of the g_iI[ o C!ose hood.

INTERLOCKS ANO RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tracior !o run pooriy stop running, or prevent it from starting, o Check wiring.

See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section of this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSB

TO RE_IOVE HOOD AND GRIL_ ASSEMBLY

(See F!g_SO}

Raise hood o Unsnap headlight wire connee_or_ o Stand in iront of tractor_ Grasp hood __4t engine a_d lift off of tracto_

,_ 7o reptace, reverse above procedures.

ROOD

/

/

/

/ x • xL,_f

/ '\

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG.

30

F!Go 29

TO ADJU87' 3"HROT?tJ£ COE_T::_OL CABLE

(See Fig 81}

The throttie con<rol has been preset at the factory and adiustment should not be necessa% Check adiustment as described beiow before _oosening cabie, If adjustrnent is necessa% proceed as fo{ ows

_, \/,,!i_hengi_e not runn ng, move tbrottie control !ever

from siow (<@,) to choke (b,i} p:;sition.

Slowly move lever from choke {N) to fast (_@) pos rich.

Check: to see if hob in tn 'otde iever and hole in speed contrel brac_tet are aligned,

If !oes

are sot aiigned, loosen cable clamp screw and a!ign the hoies by nsett _'g ape _cii or a !/4" driI! bit through bo_h hotes_

_0 Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable clap screw, Remove a gnment pencil or @1Ifbit

,.,ARBU ,,Xq (See Fig. 82}

me_t may be required to compensate fo differences in fuei, temperature, altitude ot cad.

!f the c_rburetor does need adiust,'_ent proceed as foltows: in general tur_ng the adjust ng _eedies i_ (clockwise} dec:eases the s_ppty o[ fuei to _:_ee_ sine giving e leaner fueiia r mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out {counterclockwise) increases the s_ppy of uel to the engine giving a fiche fuei/air mixture.

IMP{),_A_*{ DAMAGC 0 / "h NEEDLES AI L THE

O[1:,_© , O_[: B,_, p_ %7m

TURNED N TOOTIGHi'.

bE©J*_ .

5JOT[: The carburetor or this engi_e is low emission, it is equ@ped wt! _ a_ idJe uel sd]_sting i'eed/e with a ihTfiter cap wi ie_ allows some djus mer_ v,,tt ia the imitsailowed by the cap. Do not atternp_ to remove the }imiter cap. The iimiter cap cannot be _'en,eyed without b eaking the adjusting nee:! e

Be sure you have a ciear ar filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted p opedy {see above).

o Sta£ engine and allow to warm fer five minutes. Make adiustments with engne running and sh.ift/motioncontro!

lever n neutral (N} position.

i;_ i}%; - With tb'otde cont_'oi lever in slow

(,_) position, engine shouid die at 1750 RPM, !f

engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw n or out untit correct idle is attained.

° _:!£_4<_._1_i!!£5A_£it]:g With throttle contro! lever n siow (_} position, turn idle fueI adjustment needle i_

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

(ce_or te_ciockwise) until engine

HJnS rough.

Turn needle to a point n alway between those two positions.

_:, Recheck die speed Readius if _ecessa_<

ACCELERATION TEST

Move throttle control lever from slow (_) to fast (@) position.

If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuet adjusting needle out (counterciockw se) i/8 turn.

Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop s factoR__ adjusted.

damage may result

Do not adjust

_[_ORTAN'T: NEVER TAMPER WITH '['HE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED.

OVERSPEEDINGTHE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS iF YOU THtNK THE ENGINE°GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING!

CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER BQWPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

..

CABLE

CLAMP

_DLE SPEED

ADJUSTING

ADJUSTING

NEEDLE

FIGo 32

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or f the tractor will not be used for 30 days or mo re.

Remeve mower fror_ tractor for winter storage.

When mower is to be stored for a period of time, ,dean t thoF oughty, remove ail dr% grease, eaves, etc.

Store in a clean, dry area..

o Clean entire tractor (See ';CLEANING '_in the Customer

Responsibiliiies section of this manuai).

Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re.

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of ths manual)

Lubricate as showfi in tlie Custom@: Responsibiiities section of this manual

'_ Be sure that a!t ntsts, boils and screws are sec_rei_, fastened_ InspeP:: moving pa_s fo_ damage, breakage and wear Repace if necessa% o Touch up ai nJsted or chipped part stJd_aces; sand ight!y before pair ting.

i_YaPORTANY: iT iS _MPORTANT TO PREVEWT GUM

DEPOSTS FROM FORMING iN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEl_. HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE.

EXPERIENCE INDICATES ]HAT ALCOHOL

ALSO,

BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOROL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL OAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARAT ON AND FORMATION OF AC1DS DUR!NG

STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSFEM OF AN ENGINE WHEE IN STORAGE.

_ D"ain the fuei tank.

_ SIart the engine and let it run until ihe iuel lines and carburetor are empty o Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

Iue tank or permanent damage may occur.

Use fresh rue} next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabiizer is an acceptable altemaive in minimizing the font ation of fuel gum deposits during stof age Add stabilizer to gasoline in rue! tank or storage conta ne Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer conta her.

Run engne at least 10 minutes alter adding stabilizer to a/ow the stabifizer io reach he carburetor.

Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

....... ¢:{_,

Drain oi! (with eng re warm} and replace with clean engine oi!

e :_ _n the Customer Responsibilities section of this "nanua!}, o FuJiy charge the battery for storage.

_ After a pared of time in storage battery may require

"_ To help prevent corresion and power leakage during long perods of storage, batten/ cables should be disconnected and battery c%aned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Customer' Responsibilities section of this manual).

After cleaning, ieave cabtes disconnected and piace cabies where they cannot come in contact with batted/ terminals

'_ Be sure battery drain _ube is securely attached.

_ !f batteg, is remevtd from tractor for storage, do not store batter}' direcIly on concrete or damp st_ffaces

_-_

_,

¢ emove ,: pa, k p/gs)

:'our one ounce of .'.)iimrogh o dk_,r b,_t., oi.

spark plug hole(s) inio

_, Turn iarfition_key,to "START" position for a few seconds

Replace with new spark plug(s).

o Do not store gasoline from one season to another

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

ru:_t ,:.n@or dirt n your gasoline will cause p robtnrn< tf possible sto_e your trac!or indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

_o Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and wit cause your t_'actor to hist.

_,_POR_FANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STH._LWARM

PROBLEMS

CAUSE CORRECTION

W_H not sta_

Nard to start

I Out of fuel.

2.

Engine not "CHOKED" propedy.

3.

Engine flooded.

4.

Bad spark plug.

5.

Didy sir filter.

6.

Diriy fuel fiker.

7.

Water in fuel.

8 Loose or damaged wiring,

9 Carburetor out of adiustment.

10.

Engine valves out of adjustment.

i.

Dirt},air filter,

2.

Bad spa_k plug.

3.

Weak or dead baden/

4.

Dirty fuel filter.

5.

Stale or dirty fuel.

6.

Loosear damaged wiring.

7, Carburetor out of sdiustment.

8.

Engine valves out of adjustment.

1.

Fill fuet tank.

2.

See 'TO START ENGINE" in Operation section.

3.

Wait severai minutes before attempting to start

4.

Rspiace spar}< plug.

5.

Cleanirepiace air fitter.

6.

Replace fusi filten

7.

Drain fueI tank and carburetor refiJi_enk with fresh gasoiine and repiace fuel fitter.

8.

Check aft wiring.

9.

Contact an a_ithorized service center!department.

10.

Contact an authorized service center/department.

t Clean/t'ep_eee air fi!ter.

2.

Repiace spark plug.

3.

Recharge or replace battery.

4.

Replace faei fiiter

5.

Drain fuel tank and refil with fresh gasoline.

6.

Check aii wiring.

7.

Contact an authorized se[vice centeddepartment

8 Contact an authodzed service center!department.

Engine will not turn over i.

Clutch/brake pedatnot depressed.

2_ Attachment clutch s engaged.

3.

Weak or dead bailer%

4.

%own fuss,

5.

Corraded battery terminels

6.

Loose sr damaged wiring.

7, Fau_fli ignition switch.

8 Faulty solenoid or starter.

9.

Faulty operator presence swi_ch(ss)_

1,

5.

6

7.

8

9.

Depress ciutcb!bsake pedal

2.

Disengage a/_tashment clutch.

3.

!Recharge or repiace batte%

4 Replace fuse_

Clean bakery terminals.

Check all wiring.

CbecWrepiace

ChecWrepiace ignition switoh.

selene d or star_er.

Contact an authorzed service center/department.

Engine cllcks but will not start

1, Weak or deaci battery.

2.

Corroded battery terminals

3.

Lease or damaged widn¢_.

4.

Fauify solenoid or starter

Loss of power

I.

4.

Ree _arge or replace batten:/.

2.

Clean battery terminas.

3 Check aJiwiring.

CheeWreplace soleloid or s'_artec

I.

Cutting too much grass/too fast,

2.

Throttle in "CHOKE _'position.

3.

Buib.ap of grass, ieaves and trash under mower,

4.

Dirty air filter.

5.

Low oil level/dirh/oil

6_ Faulty spark piug.

7.

Dirty fuel filter.

8.

Stae or dirty fuel.

9.

Water in fuel.

10.

Span< plug wire loose.

!1.

Dhly engine air screen/fins.

12.

Dirty/ctogged muffler.

13.

Loose or damaged wiring.

14.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

15.

Engine valves out of adiustment.

1 Set in 'Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.

2.

Adiust throttle control.

3.

Clears underside of mower housing.

4.

Cben/reptace sir filtel.

5.

Checkoii level/change oii.

6.

Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7.

Replace fuel filter.

8.

Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

g Dran fuei tank and carburetor, refil tank with fresh gasoline and repiace fuel filter.

10.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11.

Clean engine air screen/fins.

12.

Clean/replace muffler.

13.

Check all wiring.

I4

15

Contact an authorized service centsr/department

Contact an aathodzed service ceetsddepartment

_ 4

Excessive vibretfan 1.

Worn, bent or loose blade

2.

Bent blade mandreI.

3, Lease/damaged part(s)_

1.

Repiace blade.

Tighten biade bert.

2 Replace blade mandrel.

3.

Tighten loose part(sL Replace damaged parts

P_©Bk_'I CAUSE

Engine aentinues to rar'_ t 1_ Faulty oporak}r-safoty presence control system.

when operate_ _eaves seat with attsehmer_t clutch 1

NG

CORRECTION i, Ci_eck wiring, swtches and connections.

If not corrected, contact an authorized se_,°vicecenter/ department.

Poor cut -_a.*_,even

_4ewsr blades will r'tot relate

Peer grass discharge

Headlight(s} _ot werkir!g

(if so equipped}

1.

Worn, bent or loose Made.

2.

Mower deck not level.

3, Buildup ef grass,/eaves, and trash under mower.

4.

Bent blade mandrel.

5, Clogged mower deck ven_ holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and irash around mandrels,

!, Obsbuction in clutch mechanism.

2.

Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3, 7rozenidler pulley,

4.

/::'rezen blade mandrel,

1.

2,

3.

Replace b_ade. Tighte"_blade boiL

Levei mower deck.

Clean undersidoef mower housing,

4, Replace blade mandrel

5.

Clean around _andre;s te open vent holes.

1.

Remove obstr_Jctioa,

2, Replace mower drive _-_e/t.

3, Repiaca id!e¢ pa!loy.

4.

Repiaeo bletSomandra.

1 Engine speed toe slew,

2 'Trivet sp_ed too fast:

3, Wet grass.

4.

Mower deck net/evoL

5 Lewiuneve_t tire sir pressure:

6 Worn, bent or loose bade,

7 Bui du? of grass, teaves and trash under rnower.

8, Mower (rive belt were

9, Blades mprepefiy installed.

10 improper blades used,

1 I.

Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of g_ass leaves, and trash around mand_'eis.

/.

2: Shift to slewe_ speed;

3.

Allow grass Io dr}, betc,_omewing.

4.

Level mowe_ deck.

5.

Check ires fc_ groper sir pressure.

6.

Replace/sha,*#en b_ade_ Tighten blade bok.

7_ Clean underside of m{swer housin 9,

8.

Replace mower drive be_t,

9, Reinstail blades sharp edge down

1] 0.

Reptace with b_ades listed in this n_anust.

,/, Clean around mandrels to open verst tsoies.

1.

Switch is i'OFF',

2, Bt,gb(s} bumad out,

3.

Faulty fight switch.

4.

Loess or damaged wit}no.

5.

Blown fuse.

4

5

.

Turn switch "ON",

2.

Replace balboa},

3, Check,'rep!aee_ght

sw_lch.

Chec_ wiring _a con_ections.

Repleca fuse.

Battery wH _ot charge I.

Replace batta_'!f

2.

ChecWcear_tconnections,

3 Replace regal;star

4.

Reelece a_tereater.

Less o_ drive

Engine

'OPF"

"backfires" when tumin 9 engine

I.

Bad battep}, cett(s),

2.

Peer cable connections.

3.

Faults/regulator (if so eqapped).

4.

Faulty alternator,

1.

Freewheel control in 'disengaged" position.

2 Motion drive bel_ worn, damaged, or broken.

3.

Air trapped in transmission during shipment or sewicing.

1 Engine throttle centrol not set at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine,

2,

3.

i.

I.

Place freewhee_ centre in 'engaged"

Replace mot2,_drive belt.

Purge [ransmissien.

position.

Meve throttle cen[rel lo "SLOW" pesitien and allow to ide for 30 seconds before stepping engine.

TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917o256552

RED

BLACK

BATTERY

-----

AMMETER

r-Sil_

_ RED i i i I

}

J i

] !GN_TION

SWITCH

]

!

J

, i

I i ,

FUSE 30 AMP,

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

.......

X .......

BLACK

BlUE

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH

I STARTER

BLACK

SEAT SW!TCH

(NOT OCC _PIED)

!

I

BLACK

GROUNDING

_ONNECTJR iGNITION

..........

.........................

F',_

\)

SPANK

PLUG

I

28 VOLTS AC M_N. @ 3600 RPM

{CHARGING SYSrEM D}SCONNEC rED}

/ j .....................

RED

ORANGE

" 14 VOL:B AC M[N @ 3800 RPM (L GHTS OFF)

IGNITION SWITCH

[ POSmON I C_RCUn_[ "_AAKE"

L i NONE

A+Y

l

[ START iB+L+S

!

NONE

........_-NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

CONNECTIONo

WIRING _NSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: iF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REP[ACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE "fOUR

WIRING

"__.1) HEADLIGHTS

NOT_

YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH

A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED

TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS

OF THE L!GHTS WILL CHANGE VVITH

ENGINE SPEED.

AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM_ AS [RE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, ]RE LIGHTS WILL

BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST_

/_7-/

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR oo _ODEL NU_o_BER 917_256552

22 21

26

4O

3S

45

19

20

/

/

/

25

15

52

29

S9

\

/

/

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.256552

KEY

NO.

PART

NO_ DESCRiPTiON

15

I8

2 74760412

3 STD551025

4 STD551125

6 STD541025

7 109238X

8 144940

19

20

21

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26

I 146140

9 I09596X

147688

153664

STD55!125

73350400

147430

28 4207'J

29 t21305X

30 140301

31 124211X

32 141226

33 109310X

36 STD601005

38 140336

39 I09553X

40 151212

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

44 73640400

45 !_14ooX

52

70

108824X

141940

142291

Battery !2 Volt 30 Amp

Be/t, Hex Head !/4-20 uric x 3/4

Washer

Washer

Nut

Tube, Plastic, !2"

Case, Batter'/Wi2 He!es WiBrty

Clamp, Hose

Switch tntedock Pushqn

Washer, Lock

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

Harness, Ligh[ Socket

(Includes 4152J)

Bu!b; L!g!st

....................................................................................................

Cable, Batter% 6 Gauge, Red, !i"

Cabfe, Batteqh 6 Gauge, F_d, W/

!6 Wir

Fuse, 30 Amp

Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12"

Switch, P!unger

Switch, Ignition

Nut, Ignition

Cover, Key Switch

Key, Ignition

Screw

Bracket, Inter!ock Switch

Switch, tnte,qock, Clutch, 4 Terminat

Harness, Ignition

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4_20 x I/2

Cover, Termina, Red

Solenoid

Nut Keps Blk Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter)

Harness Engine Kohl Cmd. t

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U_S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

EPAIR PARTS

TRAOTOR - - MODEL, NUB4BER gl 7,,256652

CNASStS AND _NCLOSURE_

14

26

25

33

10

26

25 t5 ....

_,)<;-, .

-3

28

53

12

52

55

54

4O

\

' !

14

REPAmR PARTS

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917o256552

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION t2

I5

1 151169

2 140356

3 17490612

4 19I31216

5 146077

6 145206

8 126471X

9 147633X010

10 72140608

!1

146956

13

14

145660

146962

17490608

74180512

Drawbar

Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/816 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Bumper Snapqn

Saddle

Clip _nsulator .406 Mt9 Hole

Dash

Bolt, Caniage 3/8q6 x 3/4

Panei, Dash_ L.H.

Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L

Panet, Dash, R.H.

Screw Thdrot 3/8o16 x 1/2

Serew_ Maehine_ T_uss Head

5/16-!8

UNC x 3/4

Nut i6 STD64s43s i7 t44985X658

24 STD5237!0

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 145198X558

29 145199

30 1473t0X558

3t 139976

33 145244X558

34 I45243X558

35 STD533707

38 139886

39 139887

4O 139977

51 738OO4OO

52 19091416

53 145201

54 I7030814

55 145202

57 74780412

58 150127

60

74 STD541437 t40 150556

°5479J

Bolt

Washer -13/32 x t3/16 x 12 Gauge

Grill

Lens_ Gritle

Fender

Bracs(et, Fender Support

Footrest, L.H.

Footrest, R.H.

Bolt

Pivot Bracket Assembly, L.H,

Pivo Bracket Asse'_biy, R.H.

Spacer Pender Raised LT

Nut Lock, w!Insert

I/4o20 Unc

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

Bracket Gritie Pickoff Lh

Screw Spidedock Hex Hd #8o7/8

Bracket Gdlle Pickoff Rh

Bo_t 5n Rex 1/4-20 Uric x .75

Duct Air Engine PiL Lt

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

Nut, C_ownbck 3/8-16 UNC

Bracket Chassis Front 7 Ga.

Plug, Button

NOTE: Aii component d[mens'_ons given in US. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAR PARTS

TRACTOR ° - _ODBL NUMBER 917.256552

57 19

42

16

96

95

77

7O

"116

.......86

21

\

87

97

I9

18

73

30

35

3

I

',- 2':-:s

.;>.jj_

42

36

32

!6

104

I05

71

78

I O0

106

55

45

44

48

45

46

53

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917o256552

KEY

NO_

PART

NOo

I 150071

2 142431

3 !43995

8 141003

10 76020416

15 74490544

16 73800500

18 74.780616

19 73800600

2t 130564

22 145627

24 73350600

25 106888X

26 19131316

27 76020412

28 t45204

29 124236X

30 130807

31 12727{iX

32 747605s2

34 151128

35 i20i83X

36 19211616

37 i572H

38 t23674X

39 74760644

40 4470J

41 153399

42 i91313t2

44 I05706X

45 1i0812X

46 12000039

47 127783

48 123789X

49 123205)(

50 74760624

51 73680600

52 73680500

53 I05710X

55 I05709X

56 74760620

57 140294

DESCRIPTION

Transaxie Assembly

Sprin% Return, Brake

Pulley_Transaxte

Rod Shift Hydro LT

Pin Cotter i/8 x 1 CAD

Bott Hex Flghd 5/16-I8 Gr. 5

Nut Lock Hex Wlins. 5/16o!8 Unc

Boit Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uric x 1 Gr. 5

Nut Lock Hex W,ANsh 3/8 _.16Unc

Knob, Detuxe 1/2.-13

Rod, Brake Hydro

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Spring, Brake Rod

Washer

Pir_ Cotter t/8 x 3/4 CAD.

Rod; Parking Brake

Cap Parking Brake

Bracke:_,Transaxfe

Keeper Belt Lh

Bo/tHexHd 5/16°!8Unc×,%4

Shaft Foot Peds_

Bearir,,g, Nyion

Washer

Pit, Roll

PJliey_ _dter, Flat

Bolt

Space_, SpIit

Keeper, Beit Retainer

Washer !3/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Bearing, Nylon

Washe_, Harder_ed

Rng, Klip

Pultey_ Idler, V.Groove

Betlcrank Assembiy

Retainer, Belt

Belt

Nut Crownlock 3/8-!6 UNC

Nut, Crownlock 5/16_18 Unc

Link, C_utch

Spring Return, C_utch

Bolt Hex 3/8o16 x 1-t/4

V.-Bett Ground Drive

KEY

NOo

PART

NO.

DESC_tPT_ON

59 140312

6t 17490612

62 8883R

63 140186

64 71170764

85 10040700

66 153400

69 142432

70 t34683

71 140158

72 19132012

73 140157

74 121199X

75 12t749X

76 12000001

77 i 23583X

78 121748X

81

82

83

84

86

87

88

140154

I23782X

19171216

140548

71208

I92120t6

12O00OO8

89

91

92

93

94

95

96

97'

98

100

102

103

104.

105

I06

1!6

151147

7478O536

74780524

142564

140462

144643

4497H

140469

73510600

19111216

141322

73940800

1_0t56

71070516

74780520

72110810

Keeper, Center Span

Screw Thdro/.

3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty. TT

Cover, Pedal

PuJtey, Engine

Bolt Hex 7/16o20 X 4 Gr. 5

Washer

Keeper Belt Engine

Screw

Keeper Bolt Engine

Strap Torque Lh Hydro 18/20" T

Washer 13/32 x 1-I/4 x t2 Gauge

Strap Torque Rh Hydro

Spacer, Split

18/20" T

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

Key, Square .............................................

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

Shaft Asm_ Cross Hydro 20" Tires

Spl'ing T_'_rsion T/A

Washer I7/32 x 3/4 x !6 Ga.

Rod, Tie Hyd_'o 20" Tires

Bushing Rod Strig. 829/632 ID

Washer 21/32 x !.-l/4 x 16 Ga.

Ring Klip #5304-62

Cor'_sole, Shift

Bolt Fin F!ex 5/I6-!8

x 2-I/4

Bolt Fir_.Hex 5/6-I8 Unc x I-.t/;2

Line Fuel Hydro 4"

Fan, Hydro 7"

Control Bypass Hydro 20" T',res

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

Keeper Bolt Rh Hydro 0750. 18/20"

Nut Keps Hex 3/8q8 Unc

Washer 1 !/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Washer Bellville .501D x 1.50D

Nut Hex Jam Topiock

Arm, Contro Hydro

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk

I/4_.20 Unf c_crew Cap Hex 5/!6 x 18 x 1

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc x t-.1/4

3/8.-16 x 1.25

NOT[_: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

I inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUf_,ilBER 917.256552

STEERING ASSEMBLY

k

, .... [ ............ 38

</f

82

\ _ //

', "......... 42 i ilfJ_:'

f

3

_

/

15

47

13

\ t4

\

46

/-4

,.J

+10 30

£EPA R PARTS

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 9t7o256552

STEERING ASSEMBLY

_'(EY PART

NO, NO.

1 121472X

2 142033

3 135227

4 135228

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 13O468

1!

STD551t37

12 7361O6O0

13 110438X

14 7401!056

15 73901000 t6 132624

!8

5707s

!9

1240357

20 t26684X

21 STD551125

22 71100410

23 127501

24 109816X

25 124036X

26 I2684.7X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD561210

32 130.465

36 132196

37 152927

38 I26805X

39 19133808

41 t00711L

42 145054

43 121749X

44 153720

46 t21232X

47 6855M

51 73800500

54.

74780520

62 149686

63 STD5237!0

DESCRIPTION

Front Axle Assembly

Spindle Assembly, L.H.

Spindle Assembly, R.H.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

Washer 25/32 x 1o5/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer 27/32 ;.' 1-1/4x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip

Bearing, Steering Column

Link, Drag

Wasiler, Lock

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

Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle

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

Nut, Lock, Fiange 5/8..11 UNC

Pin, Axle 5/8 x _.55/1.54

Shaft Assembly Steering

Hasher, Thrust .515 x 750 x .033

Supped, Shaft

Washer' Shim I/4 x 5/8 x .062

Washer

Screw Cap Socket Head Phos & Oil

Pittrr_an Shaft Assembly

Nyiiner_ Snapqn

Brackel, Steering

Bushing, Link_ Drag

Gear, Sector'

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-I6 x 3/4

Pin

Bushing, Steering

Screw TT #10--32.5 x 3/8 Flange tnser!, Steering Wheei

Washer i3/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Boot, Steering Dasis P!L Mt! BIk

Washer 25/32 x !_1/4 x 16 Gauge

Extension Shaft Steering NomAdjust

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Nut Lock Hx w/Ins.

5/16_I8 Unc

Bolt Fin Hex 5/18-18 Unc x i-I/4

Kit, Steering Assert #iy, Sewice

Bolt Fin He;;_ 3/8ot6 UNC x t Gr. 5

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

I inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR o o MODEL NU BER 917o256552

_0 if ........

6

J

22 f,Z-:?P

L

25

/

\

5

23

12

9

10

!2

7

8

5

6

3

4 t

2

I3

14

KEY

NO,

PART

NOo

140123

140551

STD523710

I9131610

145006

STD541437

I24181X

17490616

19131614

140552

12i246X i21248X

7205041!

DESCRiPTiON

Seat

Bracke_ Pivot, Seat

Bolt

Washer 13/32 x 1 x !0 Gauge

Clip, Pushofn Hinged

Nut

Spring, Seat

Screw, Thd, Roll. 3/8q 6 × !

Washer 13/82 x I x I4 Gauge

Pan, Seat

Bracket, Switch Mounting

Bushing, Snap

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 × i.-3/8

*>

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

15 _134.300

16 121250X

I7 123976X

21 153236

22 STD54143t

23 74780814

24 19171912

25 127018X

26 STD551150

DESCRIPTION

Spacer, Sptit .28 x .88

Spring

Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16o18 UNC

Nut

Bolt, Hex Heed, Fin.

I/2-.13 x 7/8 Grade 5

Washer 17//32 x 1--3/16 x I2 Gauge

Bott, Shouider 5/16-I8 × 62

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

I inch =: 25.4. mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR

!3

20 22 6 3 18 7

MO©EL NUMBER 917,256552

7.

!8

16 10

14

21

KEY

NO.

PART

NOo

I 140819

2 1499i8

3 151299

4 151300

5 142341

8 133644

7 1494O7

8 t5_o0_

9 146709

10 137537 t!

4900J

12 146046

I3 147138

14 136832

DESCR[PTfON

Decal, Operating bsstruction

Decal, Fend Auto Trans Srs Gold

Decal, Hood, R,H,

Decat, Hood, L.H,

Decal, Drawbar Cntri Mvt Hyd Lt

Decat, Customer Maintenance

Decal, Side Panel Kohler

Deca;, Mower, EZ3

Decai, Fenders Craftsman

Decal, Caution, English

Decal, Clutch!Brake

E{ngiish

Decal, V_.Belt Drive Schematic

Decal; Chassis, 42"

Decal, VoBeJt Schematic

WHEELS & T_RES

4,10

/

1t

8

12 13

17 t5

KEY PART

NOo NO°

15 145245

I6 142938

17 133179

18 15_30!

19 150333

20 t48710

21 138047

22 138040

23 149516

- 145247

- • !38311

- _53955

,-153958

DESCRiPTiON

Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Oraltsman

Decal Sdl Cold Sta£ Hydro !t

Decai, Mower' QC System

Decai, Ins. Hood 15HP O4V Polo

Decal Cap Cnsmr Hetp Line Srs

Decal tnser!. Strg Std Auto USA

Deca Battery Diehard Sears

Decai, Pane/Side Diehard Sears

Decal, Battery OangrfPsn Srs. Eng

Fastener, Pop !n Footrest

Decat, Lift Handle

Owner's Manual, English

OwnePs Manuat, Spanish

KEY PART

NO,, NO DESCRiPTiON

1 59Xi2

'2 85139

3 106222X

4 59904

!0

5

6

7

11 oo

106732X427

278H

9040H

8 106108X427

9 122082X

7152J

104757X

144334

Valve Cap, Tire

Stem, Valve

Tire, Front

Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service item Only)

Rim, Front

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Rim_ Rear

Tire, Rear

Tube, Rear r;re

(Not Provided, Service tern Only)

Cap, Ax!e

Seaiant, Tire (!0 oz. Tube)

NOTE: A[t component dimensions given [n U S. riches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAtR PARTS

TRACTOR o MODEL NUMBER 917,256552

!4

44

46

33

31

40

29

OPTtONAL EQUIPMEN'_ "°

Spa_'k Attester

_i'!d

18

22

23

4

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR o ,oMODEL NUMBER 917,256552

KEY PART

NO.

NO_ DESCRiPTiON

4

I4

15

32

33

37

38

23

24

29

30

31

16

I8

19

22

40

44

46

62

-_

79

80

81

1

2

3

147025

17720410

151065

137350

13280328

13200300

STD551231

136718

I05839X

149793

150554

17490512

13718 _'

1270o ,,

I0920_.:X

123549X

!23487X

! 37O4(} t24028X

17490412

19091418

STD551131

19101216

M740108025

74760508

128861

Control, Throttle

Screw, Hex Read, Thread Cutting

1/4._20x 5/8

Engine Kohi 15 Hp Cmd-L 5&3 Model

No. CV15S PS-41526

Muffler

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

Elbow, Standard 90% 3/8-t8 NPT

Wasi_er

Shield Heat Lt

Receptacle I/4 Turn Dacrotized

Stud I/4 Turn w/Bushing

Shield, Heat

Screw Thdrot 5/16-18 x 3/4 Tyt

Pinch Wetd Flood Black 2.00

iank, Fue!

Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank, Vented

Clamp, Hose

Line,Ft,Jel

Plug, Oil Dr#.dn

(Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Bushir!g, _nap, Fuel Line

Screw Hex Washer Head, Thd, RolI.

i/4--20 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer, Lock

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

Bolt Hex

Bolt Hex Hd 5/I6-18 UNC x i/2

Nut Fiange 1/4-20 UNC Sta4e_ Nut

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,256552

MOWER UFT

13

19 i i ....... 12

6

13

/

/

/

;

/

/ f

/ i

/

/

/

/

J

/ i

/

/

/ //

/ / j'

718 20

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR ,o NODEL NUMBER 917o256552

_IOWER LIFT

KEY

NO.

PART

NO DESCR_P11ON t 136973

2 145117

3 t05787X

4 12000002

5

6

7

8

10

1!

12

13

15 12T' _

16

17

I8

19211621

120183X

125631X

122365X

122512X

139865

139866

4939M

733508u0

13017_

73808800

Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembty

Shaft Assembly, Lift

Pin, Groove

Washer 2t/32 x I x 21 Gauge

Searing, Nylon

Grip Handle, Fluted

Sutton, Plunger, Red

Sprirlg

Link, Lift, LH.

Link, Lift, R.H.

Retainer Spring

[.ink, Front

...............................

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

Trunnio_

Locknut, Nex, with Washer inse_'t

I/2.43 UNC

Arm, Suspension, Rear !9

139868

20 3146R

23 110807X

24.

19131016

25 2876H

26 76020308

27 _ _ v

28 73350600

29 138057

30 150233

31 140302

32 73540600

49 145212

Nut, Special

Washer t 3/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod, Adjust, Lift

Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8o16 UNC

Knob, Infinite Height Adjustmen[

Trunnion, Depth Stop

Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical

Nut, Crowntock 3/8o24

Nut Hex Flange Lock

NOTE: AI! component dimensior_s given in U.S. inches t ir,,ch= 25.4 mm

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RACTOR ,-o MODEL NUMBER 917.256552

MOWER ©ECK

KEY

NO_

PARt _

NO, D_SCR_P'T_ON

1 144393

2 STD533107

3 !380!7

4 138440

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

I0 !40296

1t 134149

I2 129895 t3 137645

!4

128774

!5

1t0485X t6 140329

!7

72110810

18 72140505

19 132827

20 136888

21 b_Du4.4ol

q '

22 134753

23 i3"/267

24 I05304X

25 t237!3X

26 110452X

27 130968

28 i9111016

29 131491

30 138776

31 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34.

STD533717

35 133835

36 131494

37 19131316

40 STD541437

4I 133551

43 140083

44 140088

45 STD624003

46 137729

48 133944

49 133940

5O 13134O

5I STB541410

52 139888

53 131845

Mower Housing

Bolt

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar

Retainer Spring

Arm, Suspension, Rear

Boit, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8

Washer, Lock

Washer, Hardened

Blade, Mulching

Bearing, Ball

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented

(!ncIudes Key Number 6)

Housin% Mandrel, Ven:_ed

Bearing, Bail, Mandrel

Stripper, Vented Mow: "k

Bell Carriage 3/848 x -i/4

Boit_ Carriage 5/16.-18 x 5/8

Baffle, Vortex

Nut Crowniock 5/16-I 8 UNC

Stiffer'at Bracket

Bracket, Deflector

Cap, Sleeve

Spring, Torsion Deflector

Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector

Washer t !/32 x 5/8 x 18 Gauge

Rod, Hinge

:_crew Thdrol Hex Head Zinc M_<,'r

Washer, Spacer

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Top!ock, Flanged

Bok

Fastner, Christmas Tree

Pulley, idler, Fiat

Washer 13/32 x t 3/t 6 x I 8 Gauge

Nut Crownlock 3/8o16 UNC

Rod, Pivot, with Nibs

Rod, Clutch, Secondary with Nibs

Guard, Mandrei L.H.

Retainer

Screw, Thd. Roti I/4o20 x 5/8

Washer Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Fofiower

Bolt, Shouider #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

KEY

NO°

PART

NO.

OKSCR_PT_ON

54 133943

55 14.0084

56 122052X

58 140086

59 141043

67 149846

68 1442O0

71 142427

72 13187O

73 127847

74 12t748X

75 12000029

76 128903

77 127845

78 145132

79 127498

8O 128759

81 73350600

82 t4.2028

83 120958X

84 144394

85 72140618

92 STD541437 t01 t36420

I02 71161010 i03 1906"/2!8

104 STD551110

I05 130758

!06

2029`}

111 140353

112 132262

113 1749O512

114 73510500

115 72110504

116 137644

117 133957

118 73930600

!t9

19121414

12!

143723

!28

153390

-130794

:145411

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Spring, Torsion Brakes

Guard, TUV ld]e_

Knob Custom, Oval

V-Belt

Rod, Olutch, Primal7, with Nibs

Spring, Return

Arm, Clutch, Secondary

Washer 25/32 x I-5/8 x 18 Gauge

Ring, Klip

Bo!t, Shoulder 3/8-t 6 UNC x 1.44

Lever Asm. Clutch Prim P/L Stl

Bushing, Large, Brass

Spring, Mower Clutch

Nut, Hex ,}am 3/8-16 Uric

Trurmion, Adj.

Washer Sintered

Keeper Belt Idler Fixed

Boit Carriage 3/8-t6 x 2-i/4

Nut

Muicher Cover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracke_, Gauge, Wheet LHo

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw Thdrot 5/164 8 x 3/4

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16_t8 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/18 UNC x 1/2

Boit_ Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centerlock ,'3/8-I 6

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer, Feit

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 8o18, 12-I5, 31 and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

Deck, Order Separately Mulcher

Plate and Gauge Wheel

Components, Key Nos. !01-106 and 111-121)

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

1 inch = 2&4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR ° o _ODEL NUMBER 9t7_256552

HYDRO GEAR TRAHSAXLE _ _ODEL NUMBER 310=0650

58 f

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37.

23

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26

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25

18 i3

59 f

28

9!

52

53

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9I

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TRACTOR NUMBER 917 2 G5 2

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE o ?_ODEL NUMBER 310o0650

KEY PART

NO.

NO,

I 14293O

2 142931

3 142932

4 142928

5 142933

6 142934

7 142935

8 150771

9 142937

13 142938

14 142939

!5

142940

17 142941

18 150772

19 150773

23 14294.4

24 142945

25 142946

26 150774

27 14.294.8

28 14294.9

29 142950

34 142951

35 142952

36 142953

37 142954

38 142955

39 150777

40 150778

4t 142958

DESCRiPTiON

Housing, Lewer

Assembly, Upper Housing

Seat, Lip

Ring, Wire Retaining

Ring, Retaining

Bearing, Shaft Ball

Bearing, Cradle

Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x I3

Swashpiate_ Variable

Block, Cylinder Assembly

Arm 7?unnion

Seal_ Lip

Guide Slot

Shaft, Motor

Beadng, _[hrust 42 x 68 x 16

Btock, Cylinder Asoe

Seat, Lip 10x28x7

Actuator, Bypass

Center Section Assemb!y 4it

Seat, Lip 26 x 42 x 8

Rin% Retaining

Oi_ Filter Element

Arm, Bypass

Ring, Retaining

Arm, Actuating

Pn, Actuating

Bolt 5/16-24 x i-3/4

Locknut, Hex 5/1624 UNJC

Brake RotoffStator Kit

KEY PAFIT

NO.

NO,, OHSCRIP°T_ON

43 142884

44 150829

52 - o

53 142961

56 14.2963

58 142964

59 142965

62 142966

63 142967

64 142920

68 142969

69 1_'#_810

83 142971

85 150806

88 142973

89 14.2974

90 142975

91 142976

92 142977

93 142978

1 ! 3 142917

1 t4 'i42918

1 !9

t42980

134 144607 t35 144608 t39 !50775

t40 150776

Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13

Seat 75 x 1.25 x.250

ShafL Input

Bolt 1/4_20 x 1.3_

Pin 50D x .43 _D× .760

Arm, Control

Puck, Dampener

Set ,%Jew

Spring

Stud 5/16_24

Jacks,haft

Screw, Cap

Wagher 7/16 x t x 1f2

SeaI, Wiper

_,

Washer, Block Thrust

Fitting, O-Ring Assembly

Nut, Castle 5/16-24

Pin, Cotter

Nut, Hex 5/16-24

_,_OTH: All component dimensions given in U.S_ inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR o _ MODEL NUMBER g17,,256552

K©HLER ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER CVt5S_ 'TYPE NUMBER }_So41526

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TRACTOR o MODEL NUMBER 9t7,256552

KOHLER ENGINE - MODE[.

NUMBER CV15S_ TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

AIR INTAKE

KEY PART

NOo NO,.

I0

1i

8

9

6

7

4

5

2

3

12 743 ' <

25 341 02

! 2 096 24

12 083 08

12 100 0t

X_25.d33

!2 083 05

!2 313 04 t2 094 12

12 072 05

! 2 086 01

12 04!

02

OESCRIPT_ON

Kit, Air CIeane,,

(Includes Key Numbers 2 thru 12)

Knob, Air Cleaner Cover

Cover, Air Cteaner

Preeieaner Element

Wing Nut

Washer Plain I/4

_:.emen[, Air C eaner (Includes #7)

Grommet

Base, Air Cleaner

(includes Key Numbers 9 and 10)

Stud Mounting Pate M6 x 1.0 x 66

Screw, #I0 Hi4_o Thread

Forming (2)

Gasket, Air C eaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED t2 t I'' g3 'Decal, Air Cleaner

CRAN_tSHAFT

KEY PART

NOo _,!O..

I 12 014 37

2 t2 139 01

©ESCR_PT_ON

Crankshaft

P!ug ([}up

BLOWER HOU4:4N_.:._

KEY PAT_T

NO NO.

©ESCR_PT_ON

1

2

M*0545010

24.468 10

3 12 i46 07

4 M_064.5020

5 220534

6 24. 139605

7 12 027 32

9 12 141 01

8 12 096 28

10 25 154 02

11 Mo0545020

12 12 063 05

I3 M0645016

/4 12 063 08

I_ 12 063 0!

Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 10 (8)

Washer, P_ain 1/4

Plate, Blower Housing

Screw, Hex Range M6 x 1.0 x 20

VVasher, Plain 5/t6 (2)

Cover, Pinion

Housing, Blower

Ring, Retainer (2)

Cover

Clip, Mounting (3)

Screw, Hex Ftange M5 x .8 x 20 (3)

Baffte_ Intake Side

Screw, Hex Flange

M6 x 1.0 x t6 (2)

Baffle Cylinder Head

Baffle, Cylinder

NOT L_._,:s RAT:su

-......

,_ ,._.

O_cal, Horsepower

ENG_NECONTROLS

KEY PART

NO,. NO.

1

2

3

12 079 07

12 237 0!

M-0664020

4

5

M_0545016

"12 536 09

9 t0 t l

12

6

7

8

M-0443020

SMo0443025

12 089 t 1

12 089 23

12 089 24

M-0641060

SM-0642025

13 t2 0g0 05

14 25 t581i

!5

12 079 01

1_.[_ 25 158 O8

©ESCR_PT1ON

Linkage, Choke

Clamp, Cable

Locked Socket

M6 x 1.0 x 20 (2)

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x .8 x 16

Control, Speed Assembly (Includes

Key Numbers 6 lhrough 9)

Screw, Pan Head M4 x 0.7 × 20

Screw, Pan Head M4 x 0.7 x 25

Spring, Choke Adjust (2)

Spring, Choke Re[urn

Spring, Governor

Nut, Hex Ftar,ge M6 x 1.0

Screw, Hex Fiange

M6 x 1 0 -<25

Lever, Governor

Bushin% Thro_le Linkage

Linkage, Throttle

Bushing, Linkage Retaining

EXHAUST t M_0829033

2 12 041 03

3 Mo0841080

4 12 t26 1i

5 12 445 06

6 M-0645025

DESCRIPTION

Stud, M8 x t.25 x 33 (2)

Gasket, Exhaust Manifold

Nut, Hex Flange M8 x 1_25 (2}

Bracket Muffler

Strap, Lifting

Screw, Hex F.ange

M6 x t.0 x 25 (2)

NOT _LLUSTRATED

KEY PART

NO_ NO.

DE_CR_ T_ON

- o !2 522 18 Short Block

Gasket Set

RPM Settings:

RPM Setlings:

Low Speed: !500--2000

High Speed: 3200°3400

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

1 inch = 254 mm

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TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 9t7o256552

KOHLER ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS_41526

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TRACTOR MODEl_ NUMBER 9 7.256 52

K©HLER ENGD_E - MODEL NU#BER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NOo NOo ©ESCR_PT_ON

I

2

3

12 853 56

12 041 02 t2 053 56

4 i2 04i 0t

5 t2 089 23

6 12 079 07

7 t2 265 04

8 X°42&9

9 25 353 t0

I0 25 050 02

1!

47 154 01

I2 _2 086 07

13 !2 43I 0i

14 12 368 05

15 !2 O89 O9

16 12 086 O4

17 12 089 O9

18 2 146 03

19 25 O86 27

20 12 144 09

2!

12 I44 O8

22 12 089 I0

23 12 146 02

24 12 337 03

25 12 757 02

25 12 041 05

27 !2 104 01

28 !2 757 09

Kit Carburetor (Inciudes #2 thru 6)

Gasket, Air C!eaner

Carburetor Assembly

(For information OniyNet

Available Separately)

(Includes Key Numbers 12 thru 27)

Gasket, Carburetor (2)

Spring, Choke Return

_,_ .oke

Deflector, Heat

Clamp, Hose (2)

Line, Fuet, 9"

Filter, Fuei

Clip, Cable

29 12 041 06

30 M-0641060

31 X-25-63

32 X-22ot 1

33 M_0629122

Sieeve,bsuiating

Needle,d_e,FueiAdjust:

Spring,die Fuel

Screw,IdleSpeed Adiust

Sprit;g, Idle Speed

Plate, Throttle

Screw, Throttie Plate (2)

Shaft, ThrottIe with Lever and Seal

Shaft, Choke

Spring, Choke

PIate, Choke

Jet, Main

Kit, F{oat

Gasket, Bowl

Bowl, Fuel

Kit, Solenoid Assembly

(Includes Key Number 29)

Gasket, Bowl Retainer Screw

Nut, Hex Flange M6 x 1,0 (2)

Washer, Plain 1/4

Washe< Lock t/4

Stud_ M6 x 1.0 x 122 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- !2 041 0I Gasket, Carburetor

- _- !2 7£7j C,':z._,., Kit, Carburetor Repair

-.!2 518 05 Lead, Solenoid, Btack, 5", 14

Gauge, Uninsuiated PushoOn Tabs

41 518 34 Lead, Ground, Green, 5", !8 Gauge

Insulated Grip Barrel Eyetets

CYUNDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER

KEY PART

NOo NO.

DESCRIPT_ON i

2

8

9

10

3

4

5

6

7

11

12 351 01

12 755 _9

I2 4! i 0I

12 04t 10

12 0t7 01

I2 0!7 02

12 016 01

!2 016 02

12 146 13

12 468 05

12 t12 13

12 086 l 5

12 089 0_

Lifter Valve (2)

Kit, Cylinder Head

Rod, Push (2)

Gasket, Cyiinder Head

Valve, Intake, Standard Size

Valve, intake, .25" Oversize

Valve, Exhaust, Standard

Valve, Exhaust, .25" Oversize

Pfate, Guide

Washer, Piain 13/32

Spacer, Head Bolt Exhaust Port

Screw, Hex Flange

M10xl.Sx81

(5)

Spring, Vatve (2)

Kit, Retainer (2)

Clamp, Hose (2)

24

25

26

27

17

!8

19

20

21

22

23

13

14

15

16

! 2 755 03

X-42&9 i 2 326 03

M-0645020

I2 096 07

235011

24 032 05

M-0640034

24 19j- 0i

24 I86 O3

M-0545010

12 018 0I

12 402 02

12 318 09

X-75,,23

Screw, Hex Flange

M6 x ! .0 x 20 (5)

Cover, Valve with Nipple

Retainer, Spring

Sea!, Valve Stem

Screw, Hex Flange M6 x i x 34 (2)

Pivot, Rocker Arm (2)

Arm, Rocker (2)

Screw Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x t0

Retainer, Breather Reed

Reed, Breather

Head, Cylinder

Plug, Pipe, Aiten Head 1/8

NOTE: Atl component dimensions given in U.S. inches t {rich = 254 mm

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KOHLER ENGINE o MO©EL NUI_#IBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS°4t526

GNtTtON / ELECTT_ICAL OIL PAN 1 LLIBRICA°/ION

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TRACTOR MODEL HUMBER 9t%256552

KOHLER EHG_NE 8J_ODEL H_JMBER CV!5S_

TYPB _tUB_BER PS,o41526

KEY PAKT

NO.

NO° ©£SCR_PT_OH

I0

1t

I 12 088 i4

2 I246803

3 24 162 03

4 M..06390i_:

5 12 I!2

01

6 1215702

7 X-42-.15

8

9

12 025 25

41 155 02

M-0548025

M_0545010

Screw, Hex Flange

M10x!.Sx46

Washer Plain3/8

Semen, Grass

Screw, HexFlange MBxlx16(4}

Spacer Fan (4)

Fan

Fywheel Assembiy

Connector (4 Contact)

Screw, Hex Cap

M5 x 08 x 25 (2)

Screw, Hex F!ange

M5 x 0.8 x 10 (2)

!2

12 154 02

13 1208503

14 12 132 02

15 X-728-1

16 t2 584 01

17 M-0545020

Spar P!ug

Modue_ !g_ition

Screw, Rex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 20 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRAT EL)

12 5i8 01 Lead, White, GroundTo Kill (!9'

I8 Gauge, Fully _nsutated Push on

O_L RAt,} / LUBRICAT_O_,_

ORANKCASE

KEY PART

HOo HOo DESCRIPTION

1 12 032 03

2 t2 522 !8

3 1244502

4 M-0839025

5 1238003

6 12 755 49

7 1208918

8 1242208 t2 422 09

12 422 10

12 422 1!

12 422 t2

12 422 I3

12 422 07

9 t2 144 27

10 1287407

12 874 08

12 874 09

1i 12 018 02 t2 !2 108 07

!2 108 08

!2 108 09

13 i2 067 05

"I2 O67 06

14 i2 380 01 t 5 ! 2 043 05

"16 Mo063t005

17 12 I44 02

18 52 139 09

19 12 755 84

Seal, Crankshaft

Block Cylinder (Use Sho£ Block)

Strap, Lifting

Screw Hex Flange M8 x 1.25 x 25

Dowel, Locating (4)

Kit, Camshaft (Includes Key #7 & 8)

Spring, Actuating

Shim, Camshaft, Blue

Shim, Camst]aft, Red (A.R.)

Shim Camshaft, Yellow (A.R,)

Shim, Camshaft, Green (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaf% Grey (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Black (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, White (A.R.)

Shaft, Baiance

Piston wiRin_ Set, Standard

Piston wiRing Set _351Oversize

Piston w/Ring Set .50" Oversize

Retainer, Piston Pin (2)

Ring Set, Standard

Ring Set 25 _Oversize

Ring Set SO" Oversize

Connecth"_g Rod, Standard

Connecting Rod .25" Oversize

Pin, Governor Reg@ating

Gear, Governor Assembly

Washer, Plain 6mm

20 s _ 144 24

2"1 X-25d02

22 I2 032 01

23 SM-06310t5

24 12 154 05

Plug, Cup

Kit, Shaft, Governor Cross_ with

Cip (Includes Key #20 and 24)

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, P_ain t/4

Seal, Governor Cross Shalt

Washer, Plain, 6ram

Clip, Hitch Pin

STARTING SYSTEB_a t 12 O38 01

2 25 755 13

3 t2 t58 08

4 12 i58 O2

5 t2 123 04

6 M0545020

7 12 I53 01

8 25 162 07

9 s2 096 03

10 M 05450!8

1 I Md 039025

12 1212602

13 12 089 03

14 !2 462 01 t5 t2 208 91

16 !2 O5O 01

17 X-75°10

18 12 393 0t

19 12 032 04

20 12 096 02

21 M-0545018

22 !2 032 03

23 8Mo0889045

24 12 199 30

D_(SOR_P°TOH

D pstick Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 2 and 3)

Kit, Oil Fill CaD dnctudes Key #3)

O°Rin% Dipstick

O Ring, Upper Oil Nil Tube

Tube, Oil Fill

Screw, Flex Flange M5 x 0.8 x 20

O-Ring, Lower O;t Fill Tube

Screen, Oil Pick-up

Cover, Oit P ck-up Screen

Screw bex F!ange M5 x 0.8 x !6

Screw, Rex Nange M10 x 1.5 x 25

Bracket Oil Pump Relief Valve

Spdng, Oit Pump ReIief Valve

Piston, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Body, Oit Pump ReIief Vaive

F item,Oil

Plug, Square Head, Solid 3/8

Oi) Pump Assembiy

OoRing, Oil Pump Cover

Cover, OH Pump

Screw, Rex Flange

M5 ,'40.8 x 18 (8)

Seai, OiI (P.T O. End)

Screw, Hex Hange

,_88x !.25 x 45 (12)

DESCRiPTiON

Mo0889070

25 098 03

5

6

3

4

7

8 t2 755 54

I2 227 06

45 170 03

82 755 28 t2 227 11 t2 088 25

M8 x 1,25 x 70 (2)

@ncudes Key Numbers 3 thru 8)

Kit, Drive End

Cap, Drive End

Armature

Kit, Brush and Spring

End Cap, Commutator

!/4o20 x 4-5/8 (2)

HOTE: A_Icomponent dimensions gven in U.S. inches

Inch = 25.4 mm

SE

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RiDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HiLL

SIGHTING

GUIDE

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

_xercise

1 _ caution when changing direction on stopes.

turns graduextreme

OWNER'S

AL

15,0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

MODEL NO.

917o256552

iF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800=FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

HOT LINE, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-659-5917

153955 Rev. 2 05.09.96

KFSW/RH

Each tractor has its own model number.

Each engine has its own model number.

The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

The model number for your engine will be found on the btewer housing of the engine.

Al! parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

, PRODUCT- TRACTOR

® MODEL NUMBER - 917.256552

" ENGINE MODEL NO. - 0V!5S-41526

- PART NUMBER o PART DESCRIPTION

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Sears trained technicians,., professional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to you, we service what we sell.

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