Craftsman 917251550 tractor User Manual

MODEL NUMBER 917o251550

OWNER'S MANUAL

o Assembly

o Operation

Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustments

o Repair Parts

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

SAFETY RULES

_it Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers &

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE tS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructionsin the manual

and on the machine before starting_

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions,to operate the machine.

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

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade°

• Besure the areais clear of otherpeople before mowing_ Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary° Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point

it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the guard in ptace.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off

blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys

before dismounting_

• Turn off blades when not mowing

,, Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs..

• Watch for trafficwhen operating near or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck.

I1, SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to toss-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 slopes, not across

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

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

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacies

• Use slow speed.. Choose a low gear so thatyou 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 attachment&

These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction°

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

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope..

DO NOT:

• Do not turnon slopes unless necessary, and then,turnslowly

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 cliffor ditch, or if an edge caves in.

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

sliding.

• Do not trytostabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

ground

• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes..

!11. CHILDREN

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

presence of children, Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keepchildrenoutof the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult.

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

• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow childrento operate the machine_

- Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV.

SERVICE

Use extracare in handling gasolineand other fuels They are

flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not

smoke,

Never refuel the machine indoors

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

Never run a machine insidea closed area.

Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition.

Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper

operation regularty_

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or'other' debris build-up_

Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before

storing

Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object,

Repair, if necessary, before restarting,

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running,

Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or aJlow

objecls to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended pads. when nec-

essary_

Mower bfades are sharp and can cut, Wrap the blade(s) or

wear' gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently, Adjust and service as

required

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Look for this symbol to point out im-

portant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY' IS INVOLVED.

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CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug

wire and place wire where it can not contact

spark plug in order' to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs.

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& WARNING & I

"l'he engine exhaust from this product con-

tains cliemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

repr°ductive harm. .......

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor,, It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service CentedDepartmenL We have competent, weIF

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this tractor+.

Please read and retain this manual The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER

SERIAL

NUMBER

917+251550

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAN D SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE,

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 225

GASOLINE CAPACITY 3+5GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF!SG): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.2 PINTS

W!O FILTER: 3.7 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

(GAP: +030")

VALVE CLEARANCE: NOT ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED (MPH):' Forward LO HI

1st 0.74 1_73

2nd 1.39 3..26

3rd 229 5.,40

Reverse 0.89 2.09

TRANSAXLE OIL 4 QUARTS

CAPACtTY AND TYPE: SAE 30 API+SG

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP]HR: 35

MIN_.CCA: 280

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT.+LBS+

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

o Read and observe the safety rules..

, Fo!low a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under"Customer Responsibili-

ties and Storage sections of this owner s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-coy-

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

(if any),, If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code)+

Other states may have similar laws+ Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual),

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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this dding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the

instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as btades, spark plugs, air cleaners and bells

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

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owner's manual

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes_

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or

workmanship and our testingdetermines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge+

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE

CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES,

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

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

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 1548

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

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

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

OPERATION .......................................... ................ 11-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 19-26

STORAGE ................................................................... 27

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 28-29

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................ 31-49

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 50-57

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ............... BACK COVER

INDEX

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

Adjustments:

Brake ....................................................21

Carburetor .................................................26

Clutch Putiey ........................................21

Gauge Wheels .......................................13

Mower

Front-To-Back ................,,...............20

Side-To-Side .........................................19

Throttle Control Cable ..........................23

Air Filter, Engine...........................................18

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

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

Battery:

Charging ....................................................8

Cleaninc ................................................16

Starting with Weak Battery ...............23

Storage .................................................27

Terminals ..................................................16

Belt:

Motion Drive

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

Mower' Drive

Removal/Replacement ........... 20

Mower' Blade Drive

Removal/Replacement ..............2t

Blade:

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

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

Brake Adjustment ................................................21

Carburetor Adjustment ............................26

Clutch Pulley ...................................................21

Controls, Tractor .................................................11

Customer Responsibilities...................15-! 8

Engine:

Air Filter ...................................................18

A# Scree ........................................18

Cooling Fins ................................18

Engine Oil .................................................17

Fuel Filter .......................................18

Spark Plug(s) ......................................18

Tractor:

Battery ................................................17

Blade ....................................................16

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

Maintenance Schedule ..................I5

Tire Care .....................................8,16,23

Transaxle ..................................................16

Cutting Height, Mower ..................................12

Electrical:

Interlocksand Relays ......................23

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

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

Engine:

Air Filter .........................................................18

Air Screen ................................................18

Cooling Fins ............................................18

Oil Change ...................................................17

Oil Level ....................................................t3,17

Oil Type ...........................................17

Preparation ...............................................13

Repair Parts ......................................50-57

Starting .........................................................14

Storage .....................................................27

Filter:

Air Filter ..........................................................18

Fuel .................................................................18

Oil ................................................................17

Fuel:

Storage ..............................................27

Type ..........................................................12

Fuse ........................................................23

Headlights .........................................................23

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

Leveling Mower Deck ...................................19

Lubrication:

Chart .............................................. 15

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

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ..................20

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ....................19

Blade Sharpening ...........................16

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

Cutting Height ............................... 12

Installation....................................................19

Operation ............................................................13

Removal ......................i..............................19

Mowing Tips .....................................................14

Muffler ..................................................................18

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

Oi!:

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

Engine .........................................................17

Storage ...................................................27

Operation .....................................................11-14

Operating Mower ..........................................13

Options:

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

Spark Ar-rester _.....................................3,40

Parking Brake .........................................12

PartsBag .........................................................6

Parts, Replacement/Repair. .............31-49

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

Repair Parts ..................................................31-49

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

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

Service and Adjustments ...................19-26

Carburetor .....................................................26

Clutch Pulley ......................................21

Fuse ............................................................. 23

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

Motion Drive Belt

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

Mower Dive Belt

Removal/Rep[acement ..............20

Mower' Blade Drive

Removal/Replacement ...............21

Mower Adjustment

Front-to.Back ...............................20

Side-to-Side ......................................20

Mower Removal ......................................19

Tire Care ................................................ 8,16,23

Slope Guide Sheet ........................................59

Spark Plug(s) .................................................18

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

Starting the Engine ......................... 13-14

Steedng Wheel .........................................7,22

Stopping the Tractor'. ...............................12

Storage .................................................................27

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ...... 25

Tires...............................................:..................8,t6,23

TroubEe Shooting Chart ......................28-29

Transaxie .....................................................................16

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

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

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

ACCESSORmES

AND ATTACHIVIENTS

These accessories and attachments were available throughmost Sears retail outiets and service centers when the tractor was purchased.

Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor,

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG

GAS CAN ENGINE OIL

FUEL STABILIZER

AtR FILTER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES ] BELTS t1

PERFORMANCE

Sears offersa wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor.. Many of these are listedbelow with bdef explanations of how they can help

you° This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added changes

may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model Contact your nearest Sears store for the

accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

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

attaching and detaching,

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Tapered

25-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs puncture

holestnsotlatcloseintervalstoletmoisturesoakin Steelweight tray

for increased penetration

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage.

CARTS make hauling easy Variety of sizes available, ptus accesso-

ries such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover, protective mat and

dolly,

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow moisture

andnutrienlstoreachgrassroots 36-inahswath, 24 hardened steel

coring tips, 150 Ib,, capacity weight tray,

DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel blades that angle from 10 to

20 degrees, 40 inches wide Can hook 2 units in tandem, (Requires

sleeve hitch.)

DOZER BLADE removes snow; grades dirt, sand and gravel, 48

inches wide, 17 inches high, clears 44qnch path when angled. Master

lift control lever for operator ease. Spring tdp for snow removal on

uneven pavement; built-in float for blade to follow ground contour.

Reversible, replaceable scraper bar, (Use with tire chains and wheel

weights and/or rear drawbar weight,)

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, taster,

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain.

GANG HITCH Iets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at

once, such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with

rollers, carts or other heavy' attachments)

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

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

teeth, Usefulto prepare bare areas forseeding, Avai]ablefor front or

rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING

TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and tosses thatch into

large hopper, Mounts behind tractor,

PLOW turns soil 6 inches deep, cuts 10-inch furrow, Crank adjust-

ment controls depth, 3-position yoke sets width. Heavy steel iandside

for straight furrowing, (Requires sleeve hitch )

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

pickup truck, Use wilh 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber°

REAR GRADER BLADEfs 42 inches wide and operated from drwer's

seat. Reversible steel blade can be angled at 30 degrees for grading.

Reverses forpushing snow backwards (Requires sleeve hitch, )

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface, 36-inch wide, 18-inch diameter

water-tight drum holds up to 390 lbs, of weight. Rounded edges

prevent harm to turf, Adiustabte scraper automaticalfy cleans drum

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR is 43 inches wide. Prepares ground for

seeding, helps weed control Steel frame holds 5 adjustable sweeps.

Adjusts vertically, horizontally, (Requires sleeve hitch.) Opttonat

accessory: steel furrow opener for wider openings for potatoes,

corn, and other deep.seeded crops,

SLEEVE HITCH for use with master lift system,, Singie pin couples/

uncouples,

SNOWTHROWER has 42-inch swath., Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wellheavy snow, Mounts easilywith simple pin arrange-

ment. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat, 6-inch diameter

spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet., Lift controlled at tractor seat,,

(Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight,)

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the tractor

baltery or other 12-volt source, Includes booms for automatic

spraying and hand heldwand for spot spraying, Wand has adjustable

spray pattern For applying herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and

liquid fertilizers,

SPREADERISEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed killing

easy, Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-icers and

sand.,

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves,,

TILLER has 8 hp engine to prepare seed beds, cultivate, and compost

garden residue. Chain-ddve transmission. Six 11-inch diameter one

piece heat4reated steel tines. Tills 30-inch path° (Requires sleeve

hitch.) Or use 5 hp tow-behind TILLER with 36-inch swath to prepare

seed beds, cultivate and compost garden residue, Tiller has its own

built-in lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve

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

tractor drawbar and go! Optional accessories for 5 hp tiller convert

unit for dethatching, aerating, hilling..,without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross links

give smooth fide, oulstanding traction°

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel frame,

ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibility

Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm and dry.

Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun protector in

summer. Optional accessories include: tintedltempered solid

safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;, 12-volt amber

caution light for mounting on cab top,

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach places,

VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder,

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications,, Can

be mounted on front of tractor for plowing applications, Uses (1) 55

Ib weight

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow

removal or dozing heavy materials,

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

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Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

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(t) Knob

(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

SPlrings (double loop)

_,. (4) Retainer Springs (single loop)

(4) Clevis Pins

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

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

__ (2) Lock Washers 1/4

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

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Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Steering

Wheel

Owner's Manual

Video

Cassette

auge

Bars

Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

/_, _ (2)Washers 3/8

(2) Shoulder (/_) k___x7/Sx14Gauge

Bolts \ I_J//(2) Gauge _ (2) Center-

Wheels _ lock Nuts

_"="(2) Fr0nl

Link Assemblies

Steering

Wheel

Insert

(2) Keys

15° Slope Sheet

Steering

Sleeve

ASSEMBLY

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Your new tractorhas been assembted at the factorywith the exceptionofthosepartsleft unassembledfor shippingpurposes°

To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractorall partsand hardware youassemble must be tightened securely. Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness_

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrenchset will make assembly easier° Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(2) 7/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge

(1) I/2" wrench Utility knife

(1) 9/16" wrench

(1) 3/4" socket with drive ratchet

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACKCARTON

° Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels flat.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFFSKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer

from steering shaft.

° Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward..

, Slide steering sleeve over steering shaft..

° Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter°

° Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt,

lock washer and large flat washer previously removed°

Tighten securely_

° Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel.

° Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill

IMPORTANT: CHECK FORAND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERETRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID

STEERING WHEEL

SLEEVE

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-

tion section for location and function of con-

trols)

° Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position.

, Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal_

° Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

° Roll tractor forward off skid..

° Remove mower and packing materials_

, Remove ties from V-belts.

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ASSEMBLY

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

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CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

• Lifthood to raised position°

• Open termina! access doors, remove terminal protec-

tive caps and discard.

. If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

terminal with hex bolt, fiat washer, lockwasher and hex

nut as shown Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-)battery

terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

• Close terminal access doors..

Use terminal access doors for:

• Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware),

• inspectionfor corrosion_

• Testing battery_

• Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging.

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tighteningadjustment knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt,

• Assemble adjustrnent knob and fiat washer loosely,

Do not tighten.

• Tighten shoulder bolt securelyo

• Lower seat intooperating positionand sit on seat°

° Slide seat untilacomfortableposition is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way

down_

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position_

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securety_

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

SEAT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FLAT WASHER

LOCK

HEX NUT WASHER

DISCARDTERMINAL X

PROTECTIVE CAPS "\

ACCESS

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FLAT

WASHER

CABLE

NEGATIVE

(BLAC_

CABLE

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purpose& Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance..

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

that the brake is properly adjusle& See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 4 and 7)

Be sure tractor is on love! surface and mower suspension

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

ing brake°

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

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

= Slide mower under tractorwith discharge guardto right

side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN

ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE.,

• Install one front link intop hole of the LH, front mower

bracket and L,H,,front suspension bracket. Retain with

two single loop retainer springs as shown.

° Install second front linkin R,Hofront suspension bracket

onty and retain with single loop retainer spring as

shown.

• Slide right side of mower back and install linkin top hole

of RH.. front mower bracket. Retain with single loop

retainer spring as shown°

• Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it

stops°

• Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control

° Place the suspension arms on inward pointing deck

pins., If necessary', rock and raise front of mower to

align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms,.

Retain with double roop retainer springs.

SHOULDER

BOLT'

CHASSIS

BRACI

DOUBLELOOP

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

= Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.,

° Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove

slack from mower suspensiom

° Raise deck to highest position°

° Assemble gauge wheel bars to brackets using clevis

pins and doubie loop retainer springs.,

• Assemble gaugewheels as shown using long shoulder

bolts, 3/8 washers, and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts.Tighten

securely,,

= Adjustgaugewheels before operating mowerasshown

in the Operation section of this manual,,

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled.

See 'q'O LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual°

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower

drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and

Adjustmentssectionofthis manual Verifythatthe beltsare

routed correctly., FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKETS

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

(Inward p, deck

pins)

FRONT

LINKS

SUSPENSION ELECTRIC

ARMS CLUTCH

PULLEY

L.H, GAUGE

WHEEL BAR

GAUGE

WHEEL

WASHER

3/8-16

CENTER

LOCKNUT

SINGLE

LOOP RETAINER

SPRINGS

FRONT

MOWER

BRACKET

CLEVIS

PINS

IDLER

PULLEY

DISCHARGE

GUARD

LOOP

RETAINER

SPRINGS

FIG. 4

ASSEMBLY

v" CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THEBEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton_

,/ Battery isproperly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps)..

,f Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

#' All tires are propedy inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory)..

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

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

properly inflated for leveling).

J Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers_

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

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR,

PAYEXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPOR-

TANT ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

v" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline._

#" Become familiar' with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine..

v" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition°

OPERATION

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrationswithyour tractorto familiarize yourself withthe locationsof variouscontrolsand adjustments, Save

this manual for future reference.

CHOKE

CONTROL

LIGHT

SWITCH

CLUTCH/

BRAKE PEDAL

THROTTLE

AMMETER CONTROL ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH SWITCH

"\_'\. \ LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

HOURMETER

LIFT LEVER

IGNITION

SWITCH

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

RANGE SHIFT

LEVER

PARKING _'_\lGEARSHIFT BRAKE

LEVER LEVER

FIG. 5

Our tractorsconform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENTCLUTCH SWITCH +Usedto engage mower

blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor,,

LIFT LEVER- Used to raise and lower mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.,

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position,,

CLUTCHtBRAKE PEDAL - Used for dectutching and

braking the tractor and starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER + Selects the speed and direction of

tractor.

THROTTLE CONTROL + Used to controi engine speed+

HOURMETER +Indicates hours of operation°

RANGE SHIFT LEVER - Allows high (H) or low (L) speed

for all forward and reverse gears,,

IGNITION SWITCH - Used to start and stop the engine,

AMMETER - Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch!brake pedal into

the brake position_

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine_

HEIGHTADJUSTMENT KNOB- Used to adjust the mower

height+

OPERATION

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

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

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

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

iiiiii ..............................................

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)

Your'tractor isequipped withan operator presence sensing

switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

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

and hold_

• Place parking brake lever in"ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal,, Pedalshould

remain in"BRAKE" position,, Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure_

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH SWITCH

KEY -- USH IN TO PULL OUT TO

P_ .......... "ENGAGE"

CHOKE "\ _._-,-,,--_ ",,, /

CONTROL ._ .'_V_-_f-.._"-_ \ _..L

"BRAKE" :-V "-J

PARKING

POSITION -.... _ _-----'-'_ _

\ _ _,_ BRAKE "ENGAGED"

\ l_ J F_L')J_T-_--_PosrnoN

"_\/ '.".. _ -J/ "" I \ _, SHIFT

,.% / ......!........ \ LEVER

/ "DISENGAGED" \

CLUTCH/ / POSITION GEARSHIFT

BRAKE HEIGHT LEVER

PEDAL ADJUSTMENT

"DRIVE" KNOB

POSITION

FIG. 6

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

MOWER BLADES -

• Move attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position,,

GROUND DRIVE -

• Depress clutch/brake pedat into full "BRAKE" position.

° Move gearshift lever to neutral iN) position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow (,,J_) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (.,m_)

position arid allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use,.

° Never use choke to stop engine,.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idlewiththe engine_nning, hotengine exhaustgases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely,asdescribed above, before leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Always operate engine at full throttle_

° Operating engineat less than full throttle reduces the

battery chargingrate°

• Full throttleoffersthe best mower performance_

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Use choke controlwhenever you are startinga coldengine.

Do not use to start a warm engine_

° To engage choke control,pull knob ouL Slowly push

knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 6)

The directionand speed of movement iscontrolledby the

geat'shift lever.

° Start tractor' with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral iN) position.

- Move gearshift and range shift levers to desired posi-

tion.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See

Fig. 6)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (("_) to raise cutting height.

- Turn knob counterclockwise (1_'_) to lower cutting

height.

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

The heights are measured from the ground to tile blade tip

with the engine not running. These heights are approxi-

mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being mowed,.

• The average lawn should be cutt=t.J.g.approximately2-1/2

inches during the cool_d'_ and to over 3 inches

during hot months, For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth_

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relativelyhigh; the second to desired height.

OPERATION

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7)

Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface°

o Adjust mower to desired cutting height°

- Lower mower with lift control. Remove rear retainer

spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel.

o Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels

slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar

and insert clevis pins° Gaugewheels should be slightly

off the ground°

° Replace retainer springs into clevis pins.

RETAINER

SPRING

CLEVIS PiN

GAUGE WHEEL BA

GAUGE

WHEEL

BRACKET

FIG. 7

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 5 and 6)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing

switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine°

- Select desired height of cut°

- Lower mower with attachment lift control.

° Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control°

° TO STOP MOWER BLADES- disengage attachment

clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

I _ CAu_oN" Do notdriveup ordown .........J

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across...a,nyslope.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

° Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

° If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position_

- If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gearand range shift lever to

low (L) position. Be sure you have allowed room for

tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement

° To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly

TO TRANSPORT

° Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control

o When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift

lever is in neutral (N) position.

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

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on a truck oratrailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means oftying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc)

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 9)

° The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil

, Check engine oil with tractor on level ground_

° Unthread and remove oiJfill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off°

Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on

thetube. Do notthread thecap ontothe tube. Remove

and read oil level if necessary, add oil until "FULL"

mark on dipstfck is reached° Do not overfill

- For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)°

• To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual.

RUNNER

DISCHARGE

GUARD

FIG. 8

E.G,.EO,'F,LL

CAP/DIPSTICK

FIG. 9

OPERATION

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank, Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded

gasoline wil! increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

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

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas car] damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for' additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

'"& CAUTION; Fill to bottom of gas tank

fiilerneck. Do notoveffill. Wipeoffany

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6)

This engine on this product is designed for maximum

performance and Fifeif operated with the choke (!\l) fully

open and the throttle control in the fast (,_) position_To

open the choke fully requires an engine warm-up pedod of

several seconds to several minutes, depending on the

temperature°

After starting the engine, first open the choke slowly until

the engine just begins to run smoothly. Then open the

choke in small steps, allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the choke is fully open..

During engine warm-up, the equipment can be operated.

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

out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position°

• Pull choke control out to choke (N) position for cold

engine start. For warm engine start do not use choke

control.

• Move throttle control to midway between fast ('_) and

slow (._) positions.

- Insert key into ignitionandturn keyclockwise to"START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen

seconds per minute. If engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,_)

position, wait a few minutes and try again.

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in.

• Move throttle control to fast (._) position.

• Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before

engaging drive or attachments.

NOTE= If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See

,,TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Tirechainscannot be used when the mower housing is

attached to tractor.

• Mower should be properly leveled for' best mowing

performance_ See'q"O LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual

• Use the runner on the right hand side of mower as a

guide_ The blade cuts approximately an inch outside

the runner (See Fig° 8).

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

ming_

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the fight of the

machine. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniformcutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left hand turns until

finished (See Fig_10)_

• if grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the

desired heighL

= Do not mow grass when it is wet_ Wet grass will plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to

assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of material Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting

performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

FIG. 10

CUSTOMER RESPONSmBIUTIES

F,LL,NDATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERV1CE _'___'SERVICE DATES

CheckBrakeOpe,atfon .......................i _

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

Lubrication Chart

Check Tire Pressure

T Check for Loose Fasteners

T Check Battery kevel/Rech,ar,g_......

0 Clean Battery and Terminals

R Check Transaxle Cooling

Adjust Blade Bait(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level ............

Change Engine Oil

!= Clean Air Filter

N Clean Air Screen .....

!G Inspect Mufffer/SparkArrester

I Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

,/ V'

v', e,'

................... n.,-

_,"e

v"2

'" v,,,,,,

N O,eanEn0,oe 9'o,,ogF,ns........ii...............,"i,,ii"",,. ..... .............

Replace Spark Plug _#' 6#4

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _2

Replace Fuel Filter

I - Change mere o|ten when operaling under a heavy toad or in hlgh ambient temperatures 5 - f_ equipped with adjustable system..

2 ,,Servicemoreoftenwhenoperating inditty or dusty conditions

3 - If equippedwith oilfiller, changeoil every50 hours

4 -RepIace bladesmore oftenwhenmowing in sandysoil

S - Not required if equipped with matr_lenance4ree ba_ler,j

7 _Tighten front axle pivot boil to 35 It -lbs maximum

Do not ovettighlen

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence., To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor,,

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season,,

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air4uel mixture and help your engine run better

and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oi! level,

• Check brake operation.

- Check tire pressure,,

• Check for loose fasteners.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT

POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS.

VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WtLL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT

THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-

LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST

BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED

GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_)']'IE ROD BALL JOINTS

(_) SPINDLE ZERK __ t_ SPINDLE ZERK (_)

(_) STEERIr

SECTOR GEAR ENGINE (_

TEETH

TRANSAXLE

FLUID

'15

(_)SAE 30 MOTOR OIL AP! - SFISG

(_)GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_)REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

(_)SPRAY SILICONE LUBRICANT (MOVE BOOTS TO LUBRICATE)

C RESPONSIBI

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

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

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

(See 'q'O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

• Keeptiresfree of gasoline, oil,or insectcontrol chemi-

cals which can harm rubber:

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp,. Re-

place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 11)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

Remove hex bolt, lock washerand fiat washer securing

blade,

Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

• Tighten bolt securely (30-35 FtoLbs. torque),

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening btade- but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

"_ MANDREL

BLADE _ ASSEMBLY

_" __TRAILING

EDGE UP

FLAT WASHER',, _ /

.ExBoLT(G.ADE

"A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

,DEN.nEDBYs,xUNESO.THEBOLT.EAO.

FIG. 11

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 12)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced° An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel, Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you wilt need a 5/8" diameter

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

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer)_

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

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

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position, if either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balance&

NOTE: Do not use a nail for' balancing blade° The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT

OR PIN

BLADE

FIG. 12

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear' after 100 hours

and replace if necessary., The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from buiid-up of dirt and chaff which

can restrict cooling.

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

(See Fig, 13)

° Block up rear' axle securely.

• Remove left rear wheel by removing hub bolts_

• Remove filler plug from transaxle. Oil level must be

even with plug threads, if necessary, fill with SAE 30

motor oil, API-SF or SG. Replace filler plug_

• Reassemble wheel to hub.

• For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFI-

CATIONS" on page 3 of this manual°

O (3

FIG. 13

TRANSAXLE

CUSTOMER

i ..................

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient for norma_ use However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

= Keep battery and terminals Clean

= Keep battery bolts tight

° Keep small vent holes open

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leal¢' power°

° Remove terminal guard°

- Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

ter] cable and remove battery from tractor.

° Rinse the battery with plain water and dry°

° Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly

° Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual)

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SF or SG Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc)

improvestarting incold weather, these multi viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F Check your engine oil levelmore frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one yearn

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

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

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level

SAEVlSCOSfTYGRADES......

-20 ° O" 30" 32= 40 _ 60 _ 80' I00 _ .......

.......TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATEDBEFORE NEXTOILCHANGE

FIG. !4

,1111i ............

RESPONSmBmLJTmE$

HIll i iiii iiii i ii

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs° 14 and 15)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change°

All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG

° Be sure tractor is on Ievel surface°

° Oi! will drain more freely when warm°

= Catch oil in a suitable container

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

to enter the engine when changing oil

= Remove drain plug

° After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely

o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour

slowly Do not overfill For approximate capac ty see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level

insertdipstick intothe tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking

reading° Keep oil at 'FULL' line on dipstick. Tighten

cap onto the tube securely when finished

AIR

SCREEN

OIL FILL i

CAP/DIPSTICK

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

FIG. 15

CUSTOMER

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CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent

engine damage from overheating_ Clean with a wire brush

or' compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

fibers..

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,

cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely

dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and

other cooling shrouds_Clean the cooling fins and external

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled,.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,

dirty or plugged cooling fins, and!or cooling shrouds re-

moved will cause engine damage due to overheating_

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter°

Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera-

tion or every season° Service paper cartridge every 100

hours of operation or' every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Loosen knob and remove coverL

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove nut and cartridge plate..

• Gently tap the flat side of the paper cartridge to dis-

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler' and spark arrester (if

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

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every i00 hours of operation, whichever

comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace tile engine oil filter ever,.#season or every otheroil

change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one

yearL

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

The fuel filter should be replacedonce each season. If fuel

filter becomesclogged, obstructingfuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections_

° Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow

pointing towards carburetor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned_

• Immediately wipe up any spiffed gasoline.

FIG. 17

lodge dirL Do not wash the paper cartridge or' use

pressurized air, as this wil! damage the cartridge,,

Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge_

• Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the

paper cartridge.

• Check rubber seat for damage and proper position

around stud_ Replace if necessary.

• Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and nuL

• Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening

knob.

CARTRIDGE

FOAM

PRE*CLEANER

CARTRIDGE

PLATE "X,

RUBBER

SEAL

NUT

CLEANING

* Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc_of all foreign

matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax_

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine lifeo

FIG. 16 18

SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

,,,, ,,,,,,,,,, ,,

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

with plug_

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig, 18)

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position,

• Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting,

o Lower mower to its lowest position.

° Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas-

sis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket°

= Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at

deck and disengage arms from deck_

° Raise attachment liftto its highest position_

• Remove two retainer springs from each front link and

remove linksr

= Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric

clutch pulley,

. Slide mower out from under right side of tractor,

IMPORTANT; 1F AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND

DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual.

ADJUSTMENT

SUSPENSION NUTS LIFT

ARMS LINKS

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

FRONT MOWER

BRACKET

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

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

If tires are ever or underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower,

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figso18 and 19)

• Raise mower to its highest position.

° Measure height from bottom of deck curl to ground

level at front corners of mower_ Distance 'W' on both

sides of mower should be the same,

° If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only.

= To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment

nut on that side.

° To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment

nut on that side,

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut wilt change mower

height about 3/I6"o

° Recheck measurements after adjusting°

BOTTOM BOTTOM

OF CURL OF CURL

FIG, 19

CHASSIS

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

RETAINER

SPRING

RETAINER

SPRINGS

BRACKET

ANTI-SWAY RETAINER

BAR SPRINGS

FIG. 18

ICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) -

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.. IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SURETO ADJUST BOTHFRONT LINKS

EQUALLYSO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDEo

TO obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest

position_

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

tance "F" directly in front of and behind the mandrel at

bottom edge of mower housing as shown_

Before making any necessary adjustments, check that

both front linksare equal in length.

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

length as other link.

- To lower front of mower housing, loosen nut"G" on both

front links an equal number of turns°

• When distance "F" is t/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

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

° To raise front of mower housing, loosen nut "H" from

trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "G" on both

front links an equal number of turns.

• When distance "F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut "H" against trunnion on both front

links.

NOTE: Each fult turn of nut "G" will change dim, "F" by

approximately 3/8".

• Recheck side-to-side adjustmenL

LlUJUJIIIJIL,UlJJlJJlJJII II II I I I I

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (Se e Fig. 22)

° Park tractor on a level surface, Engage parking brake.

• Remove four' screws from L.H_ mandrel cover' and

remove cover.

• Roll belt over'the top of LH_ mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys,

• Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck_

surface°

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

rotate freely_

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm

and bolt in mower housing,

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 22) -

• install bert in both idlers_ Make sure belt is in both belt

keepers at the idlers as shown.

° Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley.

° Roll belt into upper groove of L.H_mandrel putiey,

• Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the

grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.

• Reassemble L.H_ mandrei coven

MANDREL

"F" F"

FIG. 20

BOTH FRONT LINKS SHOULD BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "G"

NUT"H'

FRONT LINKS

L.H,

MANDREL

COVER

MANDREL

SCREWS

MOWER

DRIVE

BELT

SPRING

IDLER

PULLEYS

PRIMARY

IDLER ARM

BELT

KEEPERS

FIG, 22

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

BOLT IN

MOWER

HOUSING

FIG, 21

SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 23)

Park the tractor on level surface° Engage parking brake°

= Remove mower drive belt (See'70 REPLACE MOWER

DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual),

= Remove mower (See 'q'O REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual).

o Remove four screws from R,H. mandrel cover and

remove cover° Unhook spring from bolt on mower

housing°

- Carefully roll belt off R.H, mandrel pulley,

° Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley,

and LH_ mandrel pulley.

. Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu-

lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

• Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they

rotate freely.

o Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and

sway-bar bracket,.

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

idlerpulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown°

• Roll belt over R,Homandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in

all grooves property.

° Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and rein-

stall Roll. mandrel cover°

= Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER

NYLON LOCKNUT(3)

FIG. 24

BRAKE PLATE

° Make sure attachment clutch and ignitionswitches are

in "OFF" position°

Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between

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

locations cut in the inside of brake platen

NOTE: After installinga new electric clutch, run tractor at

full throttle and engage and disengage e_ectdc clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate°

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig, 25)

Your tractor isequipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the left 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,.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake°

AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this

manual)_

Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" inthis section of this manual),.

LHo MANDREL MOWER BLADE

CENTER

DRIVE BELT MANDREL

MANDREL

COVER

IDLER ARM

SPRING'

SWAY BAR IDLER i

BRACKET PULLEY

FIG. 23

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

(See Fig. 24)

The electric clutch should provide years of service.. The

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

seconds.. Eventually, the internal brake witl wear which

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

as required_ Adjustments should be made by your nearest

authorized service center/department.

Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod.,

Ifdistance is other than I-3/4", Ioosen jam nut and turn

nut "A" until distance becomes 1-3/4"o Retighten jam

nut against nut "A"_

Road test tractor for proper stopping dista rice as stated

above° Readjust if necessary, If stopping distance is

still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further

maintenance is necessary_ Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center/department_

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

NUT "A"

ARM

AM NUT

FIG. 25

Ikll II IIll

VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

Park the tractor on level surface_ Engage parking brake_

For ease ofservice there is a belt installationguide decal on

bottom of left footrest. Itis not necessary to remove mower.

BELT REMOVAL -

° Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt).

° Remove mower' drive belt from electric clutch pulley

only (See 'q'O REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual)°

° Roll motion drive belt off transaxle pulley.

- Rol! belt off clutching idler pulleys, then off engine

pulley and front Widler pulley,

• Pull belt out of all belt keepers.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and

front V-idler, making sure to route bett inside of belt

keepers.

• Put belt coming from V-idler above midspan belt keeper,

then onto clutching idler pulleys as shown.

° Make sure V part of belt engages V-idler..

° Place belt around transaxle pulley, beginning at top..

V part of belt should engage transaxle pulley.,

• Place long lower section of belt through loop in midspan

belt keeper_

• Check to be sure belt is on proper side of all bett

keepers°

• Reinstall mower drive belt onto electric clutch puliey

IMPORTANT; CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructionsin the Assembly

section of this manual.

TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC

VIEWED FROM LH. SIDE OF TRACTOR

ENGINE

PULLEY

CLUTCHING

IDLER

CLUTCHING \ BELT

EEPER

FLAT IDLER

ABOVE

V-IDLER

BE_'

KEEPER

BELT

TWISTS

BELT TRANSAXLE

KEEPER PULLEY

AS VIEWED FROM BOTTOM

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Frontwheeltoe-in is required for propersteering operation.

Toe-inwas set at the factory and adjustmentshould not be

necessary.,ff parts inthe front axle or steering mechanism

have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust

if necessary°

TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig° 27) -

• Position front wheels straight ahead.

= Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of

tires (dimensions "A" and "B").

= Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to 1/4" Bessthan

rear dimension "B'L

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs. 27 and 28) -

° Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod°

° Adjusttie rod until dimension "A" is 1/8"to 1/4" less than

dimension "B"_

o Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor_ If

damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber,

contact your nearest authorized service center/depart-

ment.

FIG, 27

JAM

NUTS

ADJUSTMENT

SLEEVES

TIE ROD

NUTS

FIG, 28

FIG, 26

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig°29)

° Block up axle securely_

o Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washersto ailow

wheel removal.

° Repair tire and reassemble.

o Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

WASHERS

RETAINING

AXLE

COVER

FIG. 29

"POSITIVE" (+) "NEGATIVE" [-)

L.H.

PANEL

BOLT

FIG. 30

REAR WHEEL -

,, Block rear axle securely.

° Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.

° Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub

bolts securely.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 30)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener_...........t

ateexplosive gases. Keepsparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat- I

teries. Always wear eye protection |

when around batteries.

if your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged° If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR tS EQUIPPED WiTH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

° Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short

against chassis,.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (_) terminal of fully charged battery,

° Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a panel

bolt on the left side of the tractor, away from fuel tank

and battery

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

° BLACK cable first from chassis and fully charged

battery.

, RED cable last from both batteries,.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

° Raise hoo&

° Pul! bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill.

° Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

° Checkwiring_ See electrical wiring diagram in Repair

Parts section of this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

fuse holder is located behind the dash.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING

(See Fig. 31)

• While holding spring bushing withwrench,loosen jam

nut.

• Turn adjustment bolt crockwise to extend spring and

reduce lift effort for heavier attachments.,

° Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise for lighter' at-

tachments°

• Retighten jam nut against spring bushing.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT ADJUST FOR MAXIMUM SPRING

TENSION WHEN USING LIGHT ATTACHMENTS SUCH

AS A MOWER.. ADJUST LIFT LEVER SPRING TO AID IN

LIFTING ATTACHMENT_ DO NOTOVERPOWER SPRING.

WHEN REMOVING ATTACHMENT, ALWAYS ADJUST

SPRING TENSION TO ITS LOWEST POSITION_

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 32)

• Raise hood,,

• Unsnap headlight wire connector_

• Stand infrontoftractor_ Grasp hood at sides,tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor.,

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

ADJUSTMENT'

SPRING BUSHING

JAM NUT

ATTACHMENT

LIFT SPRING

°/

FIG. 31

"_" HEADLIGHT

/ WIRE

"_ CONNECTOR

FIG. 32

SERVmCE

ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 33)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustmentshould notbe necessary Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

, With engine not running, move throttle control lever to

fast (,¢e_)position.

- Check that speed control leveris against stop screw. If

it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cable until lever isagainst screw. Tighten clamp screw

securely.

IDLE FUEL

ADJUSTING

SCREW

IDLE SPEED

ADJUSTING

SCREW

THROTTLE

CONTROL

CABLE

STOP

SCREW

CLAMP

SCREW

CHOKE

CONTROL

CABLE

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

(See Figs. 33 and 34)

The choke control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as '.

described below before loosening cable_ If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move choke control (located

on dash panel) to full choke (1",,I)position.

° Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to

expose carburetor choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing

clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is

completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se _

curely.

• Reassemble air cleaner.

CLOSED FOR

FULL

FIG. 34

FIG. 33

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 33)

The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjust-

merit should not be necessary_ However, minoradjustment

may be required to compensate for" differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise)

decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner

fuel/air mixture° Turning the adjusting needles out (coun-

terclockwise) increases the supply of fuei to the engine

giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT; DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS 1N CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

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

control cable is adjusted proper!? (see q'O ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual),.

= With engine offturn idlefuel adjusting needle in (clock-

wise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counter-

clockwise) 1 turn.

FINAL SETTING -

= Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes, Make

final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position°

° The high idle is set at the factory and cannot be

adjusted,

• Id!e...speedsetting - With throttle control lever'in slow

(._b) position, engine should idle at 1200 RPM. If

engine idles too slow or fast, turn idlespeed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is attained,

• Idle fuel needle settino_- With throttle control lever in

slow (.g_) position, turn idte fuei adjusting needfe in

(clockwise) until engine speed decreases and then

turn out (counterclockwise) approximately 3/4 turn to

obtain the best low speed performance,

• Recheck idle speed_ Readjust if necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

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

position_ If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel

adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Re-

peat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop isfactory adjusted_ Do not adjust-damage

may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH 1S FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS,. IF YOU THINKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

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

more.

I:,.......................

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with I

gasoline in the tank inside a building I

where fumes may reach an open flame i

or spark. Allow the engine to cool I

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

before storing in any enclosure. I

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage.. When

mower i_ to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor-

oughly, remove alt dirt, grease, leaves, etco Store in a

clean, dry are&

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual)°

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual)_

° Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

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

fastened, inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

° Fully charge the battery for storage_

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

recharging,

° To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, batter/ cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Jn the C[ s-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

° After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

. Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

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

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces°

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.,

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty.,

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

° Use fresh fuel next season°

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age° Add stabilizer to gasotine in fuel tank or storage

container° Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizerto reach the carburetor. Do

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

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manua0_

CYLINDERS

° Remove spark plugis).

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

cylinder(s),

• Turn ignition key to"START' position for a few seconds

to distribute oil

• Replace with new spark plug(s),.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another,

, Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust°

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problemso

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

give protection from dust and dirt..

° Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture° Do not use plastic. PPastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust,

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM,.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Will not ,start

uiJlul i ill illllll,,llll,

Hard to start

i i i ,i,,i

Engine will not turn over

IL i ii ii iilllllllll/i

Engtne clicks but wltt not

start

Loss of power

Excess_Wevibration

CAUSE

1, Out of fuel.

2, Engine not "CHOKED" properly,

3 Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug,.

5, Dirty air filter,,

6. Dirty fuel filter,

7 Water tn fuel

8 Loose or damaged widng.

9, Carburetor out of adjustment

10 Engtna valves out of adjustment,

1, Dirty air filter,

2 Bad spark plug,

3 Weak or dead battery,,

4 Dirty fuel filler,

5 Stale or dirty fuel.

6 Loose or damaged wiring.

7 Carburetor out of adjustment

8o Engine valves out of adjustment

1, Clutch!brake pedal nol depressed

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3_ Weak or dead battery

4, Blown fuse

5,_ Corroded battery terminals,

6 Loose or damaged wldng.

7, Faulty ignition switch

8,, Faulty solenoid or starter.

9 Faulty operator presence switch(es),,

1,. Weak or dead battery

2. Corroded battery termtnals_

3_ Loose or damaged widng,

4 Faulty solenoid or starter,.

1. Cutting too much grass!too fast

2., Throttte In "CHOKE" position.

3, Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower_

4_ Dirty air filter.

5 Low oit levelldirty oil,

6, Faulty spark plug

7. Dirty fuel filter,.

B. Stale or dirty fuel

9,, Water in fuel

10,. Spark plug wire loose

11, Dtrty engine air screen/fins.

t2. Dirtylclogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14 Carburetor out o! adjustment

15 Engine valves out of adjustment.

1, Worn, bent or loose blade

2,, Bent blade mandrel. =

3. Loose/damaged part(s)

5,,

6,,

3,.

10,

tt.

12,

14,

15,

CORRECTION

1_ Fill fuel tank

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

3, Wait several mlnules before attempting to start.

4,, Replace spark plug.

5, Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tar_kwith fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter'.

Check all wtdng.

Contact an authorized service center/department,

Contact an authorized serqice eentertdepartment.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug

Recharge or replace battery

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

Check all w[dng,

Contact an authorized service centaddepartment.

Contact an authorized service center/department.

Depress clutch/brake pedal

Disengage attachment clutch.

Recharge or replace battery

Replace fuse,,

Clean battery terminals,

Check all wiring

Check/replace ignition switch,,

Check/replace solenoid or starter,

Contact an authodzed service centeddepartmenL

Recharge or replace battery

Clean battery terminals,

Check all wiring.

Check/replace solenoid or starter,

Set In "Higher Cur' position/reduce speed,

Adjust throttle control

Clean underside of mower housing,

Ciean/replace air lifter..

Check eli leveVchange oii_

Clean and regap or change spark plug

Replace fuel filter,

Drain fue! tank and refit{ with fresh gasoline,

Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter,

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

Clean engine air screen/fins,

Clean/replace muffler,.

Check all wiring.

Contact an authorized servtce center/department,

Contact an authorized service center/department.

Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt,

Replace blade mandrel.

Tighten loose part(s), Replace damaged parts,

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poorcut*uneven

Mower blades wilt not

rotate

Poor grass d|scharga

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning eng|ne

"OFF"

iii ,,ll ,11JiiLHIII JLIII,, I I

TROUBLESHOOTmNG POmNTS

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

CAUSE

t Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade

2 Mower deck not levet,

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

4 Bent blade mandrel.

5,, Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutchmechanism.

2, Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4 Frozen blade mandrel

1, Engine speed too slow,

2. Traveispeed too fast.

3 Wet grass,

4 Mower deck not tave_

5 Low/uneven tire air pressure

6 Worn, bent or loose blade,,

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

8 Mower drive belt worn

9, Blades improperly installed

t0. _mproper blades used

1I Clogged mower deck vent holes from buitdup of

grass, leaves, and trash a_ound mandrels

1 Swttch fs "OFF",

;2 Bulb(s) burned out.

3 Faulty light switch

4 Loose or damaged wiring

5 BIown fuse.

t, Bad battery ee_l(s)

2. Poor cable connections

3 Faulty regulator (if so equipped).,

4, Fautty alternator..

I, Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

Check wiring, switches and connections,, If not

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department,

ii, i JJJJJJii i ,ll JJJ/ i, uJJ,,,, ,,,,

t. Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt.,

2 Level mower deck,

3 Clean underside of mower housing

4. Replace blade mandrel

5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

1 Remove obstruction.,

2,, Replace mower ddve belt,,

3 Replace idfer pulley,

4r Replace blade mandrel,

1 Place throttle control In "FAST" position

2 Shift to slower speed,

3. Allow grass to dry before mow_ng.

4 Level mower deck,

5, Check tires for proper air pressure,,

6. Repiace/sharpen blade,, Tighten blade boft

7 Clean underside of mower housing

8 Replace mower drive bell

9, Reinstall blades sharp edge down,

10. Replace with blades I_stedin this manual,

t 1 Clean around mandrels lo open vent holes.,

1. Turn switch"ON"

2 Replace bulb(s),

3 Check/replace light switch,,

4. Check wiring and connections,

5. Replace fuse

., Replace battery,

2, Check]clean aft connections..

3 Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator,

Move throttle controf to "SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before slopping engine,

SERVICE NOTES

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SCHEMATIC

RED

BATTERY

BLACK

AMMETER

RED

WHITE

S aLAcK

FUSE 30 AMP_

t , i C

' © ' C> ,w.,_

! l i 1

l l ',O I

L ....... J I J F i

CLUTCH t BRAKE t _ I

(PEDAL UP) i I

FlED

IGNITION

SWITCH

BLACK

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

AFTER FIRE SOLENOID

I I

--, RED

__@ HOUR

METER

ORANGE

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION

OFF

START

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

SOLENOID

IGNITION

UNIT

t l

I I

HEADLIGHT

SWITCH (OFF)

CIRCUIT

M+G

B+L

B+S+L

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

GFC

PTO SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

,:,, ,,,,,... ...... .... ;.....

OFF C + G

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

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 146141 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

3 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga,.

4 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4

6 STD541025 Nut, Hex 1/4-20

7 7697J Tube, Drain

8 7603J Tray, Battery

9 109596X Clamp, Hose

10 145211 Bolt, Btr. Frt, 1/4-20x7-1/2

11 145209 Holddown Battery Dash Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon 1/4 Battery Front

19 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4

20 73350400 Nut, HexJam 1/4_20

21 136850 Harness, Light Socket W/4152J

22 4152J Bulb, Headlight

24 4014J Cable, Batlery

25 146686 Cable Battery

26 108824X Fuse

28 6408R Cable, Ground

29 121305X Switch, Plunger

30 144921 Switch, Ignition

31 140400 Nut, Ignition

32 141226 Cover, Switch Key

33 140403 Key, Ignition

34 110712X Switch, Light

39 I09553X Switch Intlk CL MWR Gry 4 Term

40 15!730 Harness, Ignition

41 17720408 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thread

Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2

42 131563 Cover, Terminal

43 t45673 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter

46 110940X Meter, Hour

47 17011008 Screw !0-24x 1/2 Black

49 1! 151000 Washer-Lock Internal Tooth 5/8

50 146283 Switch, P..T,.O,.

51 140405 Ring RetainerPTO

53 71031008 Screw, HexWasher Head

#10-32xl/2

54 73951000 Nut, Keps #10-32

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches

! inch = 25,4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

18 15

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 150253 Rail, Frame RH 41 17580408

2 140506 Drawbar, Gt 42 72140608

3 136671X558 PanelAsm., Side LH 43 136939

4 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 44 136940

5 145203 Dash, Plastic Btack 45 138460

6 150273 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 47 17490608

7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 48 142133

8 145166 Support, Battery 49 142134

9 108067X Nut, Pat 50 136575

10 19092016 Washer 9/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 52 73680500

11 137270 Rivet, Ratchet Male 56 !38461

12 137269 Washer, Nylon 57 73640400

13 137271 Rivet, Ratchet Female 58 t371 t3

14 136673X558 Hood Asm., Pnt 59 74180412

15 136374 Lens, Bar Clear 60 17490620

16 121794X Cover, Access 63 19131614

17 17490612 Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 64 144283

18 136373X428 Grille 67 140737

19 19131312 Washer 13/32x 13/+16x 12 Ga+ 68 17490508

20 74760616 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-t6 x 1 70 137159

21 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 77 137308

22 136670X558 Panel Asm, Side RH 84 142992

23 17490616 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x ! Ty-Tt 85 144911

24 145243X558 Footrest, RH 86 74760716

28 145244X558 Footrest, LH 88 STD551 t43

29 145349 Bracket, Support Dash 90 STD551237

30 145051X014 Saddle, SIkscr Vgt 91 150851

31 145183 Brace, Support Steering 92 146967X011

32 141315 BracketAsm. Frame Pivot Lh 94 100207K

33 141314 Bracket Asm., Frame Pivot Rh 95 I05531X

34 142131 Bracket, Engine Support Rear 106 138776

35 19111116 Washer 11i32xlli16x16Ga,+ I20 19131616

36 74780512 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-18 x3/4 -- 8022J

37 121642X558 Fender, Pnt+

38 19091216 Washer 9i32x3/4x 16Ga.

39 136961 Bracket, Axle Front

40 142132 Bracket, Support Axle!Engine

Screw Tap Tite 1/4-20 x 1/2

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh

Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh

Bracket Asm+, Susp Chassis Rh

ScrewThdroL 3/8+16 x 1/2

Bracket Asm+, Pivot Hood Lh

Bracket Asm. Pivot Hood Rh

Bracket, Chassis Front

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

Bracket Asm+, Susp Chassis Lh

Nut, Keps, BIk Hex 1/4+20 UNC

Bracket Asmo, Fender

Screw, Mach Cr 1/4-20 x 3/4

Screw Thdrol+ 3/8-16 x 1+1/4

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gao

Washer, Serrated Disc 13/32 x 1

Guide, Belt T/A

Screw ThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2

Guide, Belt Mid Span

Shield, Front

Stop, Over Center Mower

Bracket, Support Transaxie

Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 Unc x 1

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

Washer, Lock External Tooth 3/8

Rail, Frame Lh

PIate, Silkscreen Dash

Clip, Fuel Line

Push Nut, Nylon

Screw, Thdrol Hex Head Zinc Mwr

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga,.

Plug, Hole

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 38 150035

3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 39 74321016

4 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 40 5304J

5 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 41 73631000

6 76020412 Pin, Cotter 42 8883R

7 149176 WheeE,Hub Assembly 43 74760412

8 12000034 Klip, Ring 44 104601X

9 140080 Bolt, Hub 45 73800400

10 142509 Disc, Brake 46 145170

11 136927 Yoke, Brake Disc 47 138228

12 9204H Locknut 1/2-20 48 72110614

13 139419 Washer, Special 49 19131413

14 138901 Bushing 50 131494

15 19131316 Wahser 13/32 x 13/'16x 16 Ga.. 51 73680600

16 143012 Set, Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4 52 139123

17 126909X Spring 53 207J

18 137104 Lever, Brake 54 t38390

19 136926 Cam, Brake Disc 55 105706X

21 23260412 Screw, Flat Head t/4-28 x 3/4 56 137153

22 633At09 Gearshift, Lever Assembly 57 141756

23 106932X Knob 59 122253X

24 136925 Support, Puck Brake 60 122268X

25 136923 Puck, Brake Top 61 137524

26 137552 Spring, Return 62 10040700

27 17490528 Screw, Hex Wsh Thd. 63 74760720

5/16-18 x 1-3/4 64 137649

28 73350600 Nut, Hex ,Jam 3/8-16 65 67609

29 137213 Brake, Rod 66 140296

30 19131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 67 19131312

34 124236X Cap, Plunger 68 5142H

35 137648 Rod, Parking Brake 69 136327

36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground

37 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga..

Nyliner

Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1

Actuator, Interlock Switch

Locknut #10-24

Cover, Pedal

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

Bracket, Interlock

Locknut w/Insert 1/4-20

Retainer, Spring

Clutch Rod

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

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

Puliey, Idler, Flat

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Pulley, Idler, Grooved

Washer, Hardened

Clutch, Arm Assembly

Bearing, Idler

V-Belt

Bracket, Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

Spring Clip, Connecting Link

Pulley, Transaxie

Washer, Lock 7/16

Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/4

Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal

Bolt, Shoulder

Washer, Hardened

Washer, Flat

Pin, Roll

Hub, Cover

NOTE: Air component dimensions given in US. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO_ NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121472X

2 137094

3 6855M

4 136960

5 136959

6 6266H

7 121748X

8 12000029

9 121232X

10 74781044

11 136518

12 73901000

13 121749X

14 10040600

15 73610600

16 145103

17 137347

18 137155

19 146611

20 145182

21 1007!1L

22 1554J

23 17431008

24 19133808

25 74780616

26 126805X

27 3366R

28 17490612

29 104239X

30 12000034

31 138136

32 19111610

33 1O040500

34 74760512

35 138059

36 137156

37 733606O0

38 109850X

39 73700600

40 109851X

Wheel, Steering

Axle Asm, Front

Fitting, Grease

Spindle Asm, LH

Spindle Asm., RH

Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

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

Ring, Klip #75304-75

Cap, Spindle

Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-! 1 x 2-3/4

Spacer, BrgoAxle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-!1 Unc

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

i_lCasher,Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

ut, Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Shaft Asmo, Steering

Rod Asm., Tie Ball J Ball Vgt (lnc,.

Key No. 36-40)

Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt

Support Asmo, Steering Vgt

Column, Steering

Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strg. Blk

Screw, Stftp #10-16 x 1/2 Ty-b

Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Ga,.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x I Gr. 5

Cap, Wheel Steering

Bearing, Col. Strg.

Screw, Thrdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bearing, Flange

Ring, Kiip Truarc #5304-75

Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32 x i x 10 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/t6

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

Gear, Sector Steering

Tie Rod

Jam Nut RH Thread

Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread

Jam Nut LH Thread

Joint Asm. Bal! LH Thread

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 140847

2 144636

5 13200300

7 143599

8 t21361X

9 145109

t0 !05432X

11 140923

12 143996

15 151346

16 109227X

17 106082X

18 151296

19 13290300

20 132755

21 17720410

22 132779

23 19132616

24 11050600

25 7361O6OO

26 3645J

27 139277

28 7834R

29 132920

33 73800600

37 123487X

38 74780624

39 1749O636

40 17490664

41 126197X

42 10040700

43 150280

45 128861

46 19131616

47 142040

48 19132007

50 143020

51 140787

52 1758O4O8

53 143528

54 19131414

55 13090336

56 13090308

Engine Kohrer 22 CV22 PS-67515

Muffler Asm

Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT

Muffler Asm Guard

Pulley V-Idler

Stop Keeper Asm VGT

Bushing

Clutch Electric

Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 Yt/Gt 96

Pad Spacer

Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge Vented

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

Control Throttle

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4 - 20 X 5/8

Control Choke

Washer t3/32 X 1 _5/8 X 16 Ga

Washer Ext Tooth 3/8

Nut Fin Hex 3/8 - 24 UNF

Bushing

Stem Tank Fuel

Fuel Line

Spark Arrester Kit

Nut Lock Hex w/Inso 3/8 - 16

Clamp Hose

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8 - 16 x t-1/2

Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC

Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 UNC

Washer 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID X °250

Washer Lock 7/16

Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 X 4 - 1/4 Ga 5

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga,,

Spacer Engine

Washer t3/32 x 1-1/4 x 7 Gao

Duct Air

Pipe Crossover

Screw Tap 1/4 - 20 x 1/2

Bracket Duct Air Rear Sup

Washer Flat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga,

Nipple Pipe 3/SNPT X 4-1/2

Nipple Pipe 3/8 x 1

NOTE: Altcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

linch = 25,4 mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140124

2 140551

3 140675

4 127018X

5 145OO6

6 73680600

7 !24181X

8 150176

t0 140552

12 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050411

!i !

2' 21

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot Seat

Strap, Fender

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x ,62

Clip, Push In, Hinged

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring, Seat Cprsn

Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 w/Seres

Pan, Seat

Bracket, Mounting Switch

Bushing, Snap

Bolt, Carriage 1/4_20 X 1-3/8

KEY PART

NO. NOo

15 121249X

16 123740X

17 123976X

18 19171912

19 120068X

2O 124238X

21 139888

22 73680500

DESCRIPTION

Spacer, Split

Spring, Cprsn

Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gro 5

Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga,

Knob, Seat 1/2-13 Unc

Cap, Spring Seat

Boft, Shoulder 5/16-18

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U_S_inches

1 inch = 2&4 mm

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PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9'17.25'1550

:I8 6 3 7 15 15 7 4 13

KEY PART

NO° NO.

1 138955

2 151448

3 146705

4 146706

5 149516

6 133644

7 138048

8 142241

9 146709

t0 137537

11 4900J

12 146047

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

Decal, Operating Instruction 13 148957

Decal, Grill 14 139346

Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 15 151568

Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH I6 150333

Decal, Battery DNGRiPSN ENG 18 146710

Asm 19 138047

Decal, Maintenance 23 I06202X

Decal, Side Panel -- 138311

Decal, Side Panel

Decal, Fender, Craftsman -- 145245

Decal, Caution - - 145247

Decal, Clutch/Brake - - 151604

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic -- 151605

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Chassis, 6 Speed/50"

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal Hood Insert

Decal, Cap CNSMR Help Line SRS

Decal, Insert Strg

Decal, Battery

Reflector, Taillight

Decal, Handle Lft Height Adjust

(Lift Handle)

Pad, Footrest

Fastener, Pop-In Footrest

Manual, Owner's (Eng)

Manuat, Owner's (Span)

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

t 59192

2 65139

3 148736X427

148738X427

4 8134H

7154J

5 148741

151607

6 278H

6856M

7 9040H

8 104757X

Cap, Valve, Tire

Stem, Valve

Rim Assembly, Front

Rim Assembly, Rear

Tube, Front (Service Item Only)

Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)

Tire, Front

Tire, Rear

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Fitting, Grease

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)

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

i inch= 2&4 mm

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42 43

41 13

35 17

20 19 18

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121006X

2 145542

3 12i002X

4 12000022

5 19292O16

6 74780624

7 128631X

8 122365X

9 122364X

10 2876H

11 146704

12 3146R

13 139868

14 14O302

15 73680600

16 674A247

!7 73350600

18 143363

19 19131316

20 5328J

21 74760616

22 127218

23 4939M

24 73350800

25 130171

26 73800800

27 12000037

28 19151216

29 110810X

30 110807X

31 19131016

32 137150

33 76020308

34 137167

35 138057

36 17490612

37 120529X

38 123933X505

39 123935X

40 17490512

41 73540600

42 19112410

43 123934X

Rod Asmo, Lever

Shaft Asm, LiftVgt

Lever Asm, Lift Rh

E-Ring Truarc #5133-87

Washer 29/32 x lq/4 x 16 Ga.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-i6 x 1-1/2

Grip, Handle Fluted

Button, Plunger

Plunger, Lever Lift

Spring 2-1/8"

Link Lift

Retainer, Spring

Arm, Suspension Vgt

Bearing

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Asm.., Assist Lift

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Bracket, Spring Assist

Washer 13132x 13/16 x 16 Ga.

Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

Link, Front

Retainer, Spring

Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion

Nut, Lock WiWsh !/2-13 Unc

Ring, Klip #T5304-37

Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Trunnion, Dp Stop Dbl Thds Pit

Nut, Special

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x !6 Ga..

Spring, Compression inf Hgt

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x t/2

Rod, Adj Lift

Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc

Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer, Nylon

Pointer, Pnt Height Indicator

Plug, Hole

Screw Hex Wsh 5)16--18x 3/4

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga_

Scale, Indicator Height

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

1 inch = 25A mm

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MOWER DECK

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 136457

2 73680500

3 72110506

4 7631J

5 138457

6 4939M

7 130832

8 850857

9 10030600

10 140296

11 137380

12 129895

!3 137553

I4 137152

"15 110485X

16 140329

17 106735X

18 19111016

19 105304X

20 123713X

21 137607

22 110452X

23 110509X

24 136320

25 19111216

27 19131316

28 132823

30 138776

31 137266

32 129861

33 129963

34 72140610

35 72110616

36 72'110608

37 137166

38 137554

DESCRIPTION

Mower Housing

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4

Runner, Mower LH

Bracket Asm. Sway Bar

Retainer, Spring

Arm Suspension, Rear

Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 Patched

Washer, Lock Hw/ 3/8 Unptated

Washer, Hard Blade Mower Vented

Blade

Beadng, Ball #6204 (Mandrel)

Shaft Asm., W/Lower Brg (Includes

Key No..12)

Housing, Mandrel

Bearing, Ball Mandrel

Stripper, Mower Vented

Rod, Hinge

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga°

Cap, Sleeve

Spring, Torsion Deflector

Bracket, Deflector

Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector Mower

Runner, RH

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

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 G&

Spacer, Spring Stop Idler

Screw Thdrol Hex Hd

Nut, Fig Top Lock Cntr 9/16

Pulley, Mandrel

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-'I6 x 2

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Gr, 5

Stiffener, Arm Idler

Keeper, Belt Idler

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

39 131494

40 136572

42 72140506

43 136460

44 122052X

45 73680600

46 74760628

47 137200

48 137729

49 136574

50 137272

51 137273

52 139245

53 137789

54 139573

55 144959

56 138687

57 136577

58 133957

59 137644

60 139031

61 136573

62 133943

63 72110612

64 19121414

65 102403X

66 139622

67 73930600

99 72110614

-- 143651

141051

Pulley, Idler Flat

Pulley, Driven

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4

Arm, Idler Secondary

Spacer, Retainer

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1-3/4

Cover, Mandrel RH

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

Cover, Mandrel LH

Arm, Idler Primary

Spring, Secondary

Pulley, Idler V Groove

Shield, Idler

V-Belt, Mower Primary

V-Belt, Mower Secondary

Spring, Primary

Bar Asm., Wheel Gauge

Wheel, Gauge

Bolt, Shoulder

Pin, Clevis

Bracket, Wheel Gauge

Washer Hardened

Belt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

Washer 3/8 x 3/4 x 14Ga

Pulley Idler Flat

Keeper Belt Idler

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gro 5

Mandrel Asm Service (Includes Key

Noso8-10, 12-15, 31 and 33)

Mower Asmo Service (Std. Deck_

Order all gauge wheel components

separately)

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251550

TRANSAXLE

.59 57

92 93

r. 4!

41_ 45

REPAUR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251550

TRANSAXLE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 4197R Axle Shaft 52 8!19M

2 !2000034 Retaining Ring 53 4220R

3 4199R Final Drive Gear 54 4209R

4 4216R Differential Gear 55 4213R

5 4215R Differential Pinion 56 4442R

6 4217R Differential Carrier 57 4195R

7 6256H Axle Thrust Washer 58 4214R

8 74020652 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 59 4194R

(1" Thread Length) 60 7528R

9 7392M Steel Ball 61 4208R

10 137261 Spring Shift Fork Detent 62 4207R

11 4985R Shift Fork, High-Low Range 63 7398H

12 6266H Thrust Bearing Race 64 4203R

13 4212R 4th Reduction Pinion

14 137125 Shaft, Brake 65 4204R

15 6276H Snap Ring, Crescent Type 66 2898J

16 633A63 High-Low Range Gears 67 12000033

17 8118M Needle Bearing 68 4205R

18 8740H1 Sintered Iron Bearing 69 4206R

19 122238X Shift Fork Shaft, High-Low Range 70 1370H

20 4218R Differential Pinion Spacer 71 633A69

21 6252H1 DifferentialPinion Bushing

22 7810H Gripco Centeriock Nut 3/8-24 72 139120

23 6262H Shift Fork, Roll. 73 4201R

24 7393R Oil Seal 74 12000008

25 992R1 Sintered iron Bearing 75 1153R

26 139111 Shift Fork Shaft 77 6803J

27 4986R Shift Fork, L..H. 79 1167R

28 122254X Shift Shaft, High-Low Range 80 73360700

29 6269H Oil Seal 81 6270H

30 5855H Pressure Relief Valve 82 136984

31 139538 Gearcase, Reverse idlerShaft and 84 5384J

Bearings, R.H. (Includes Key No.'s 85 2978J

17,18, 25, 33, 50, 63, 77 and 82) 86 633A85

32 6277H Dowel Pin 87 8739H1

33 4225R Needle Bearing 88 4924H

34 7396H Thrust Beanng Race 89 19151516

35 4198R 4th Reduction Gear Shaft 90 110542X

36 4200R 4th Reduction GearSpacer 91 19181511

37 7395H Thrust Bearing Race 92 75J

39 139536 Gearcase and Bearings, L.H. 93 6274H

(includes Key Numbers 18, 25, 49, 94 76020412

50 (2), 51 and 52) 95 10040500

40 13320400 Pipe Plug 1/2-14 N,P_T,, 96 74760514

41 17580520 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 97 633A109

45 627tH Oil Seal 98 140332

46 13060200 Pipe Plug 1/4-18 NoPoT,_

49 4895H Needle Bearing

50 4222R Needle Bearing

51 1529R Needle Bearing

Needle Bearing

Thrust Bearing Race

3rd Reduction Pinion, Low

4th Reduction Gear

3rd Reduction Pinion Spacer

2nd Reduction Gear Shaft

Final Drive Pinion

1st Reduction Gear Shaft

1st Reduction Shaft Spacer

3rd Reduction Pinion High

2nd Reduction Gear

Needle Bearing

Low Speed Gear and 2nd

Reduction Pinion Cluster

Reverse Gear

Key, Hi-Pro 1/8 x 17/32

Klip Ring

Intermediate Speed Gear

High Speed Gear

Thrust Bearing Race

Intermediate and High Speed

Cluster Pinions

input Shaft

Low Speed Pinion

E-Ring

Reverse Idler Gear

Needle Bearing

Sealing Washer

Nut, Hex, Jam 7/16-20

Oil Seal

Reverse idler Shaft

Gearshift Lever, Bent

Gearshift Cap

Gearshift Ball Cover and Pin

Shift Lever Guide Bali, Keyed

Spring

Washer 15/32 x 15/16 x 16 Gauge

Shift Mechanism Seal

Washer 9/16 x 15/16 x 12 Gauge

Gearshift Gate and Reinforcement

Shift Bali Cover Gasket

Cotter Pin 1/8 x 3/4

Washer, Lock 5/16

Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-!8 UNC x 7/8

Gearshift Lever Assembly

Transaxle, 6 Speed,

Complete Assembly

NOTE: All component dimensions given in USo inches

1 inch = 2&4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251550

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CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I

141s16+_20.19

14 151617 18

45 44

43 0

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251550

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CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 2431811

2 24 755 76

3 25 31302

4 24 755 2O

5 24 595 02

6 24 033 03

7 24 04t 23

8 24 096 15

9 SM-0645020

10 X-75-23

11 24 755 67

12 X-426-9

13 24 326 08

14 12 755 03

15 12 173 01

16 24 089 02

17 235011

18 24 0t6 01

24 016 02

19 24 017 01

24 017 02

20 24 032 05

2t 24 294 02

22 24 326 05

23 12 351 01

24 24 411 04

25 24 041 08

26 24 318 12

27 24 755 61

28 24 146 09

29 SM-0631005

30 24 186 03

31 24 194 02

32 M-0640034

33 24 755 74

34 24 15311

35 24 112 O8

36 24 086 32

37 24 086 16

38 24 445 01

39 24 755 57

Head Assembly, #t Cylinder

Kit, Valve Cover, Breather

(includes Key #3, 34 thru 36)

Grommet, Rubber

Kit, Breather (Includes Key #3 & 5)

Separator, Oil Breather

Kit, Breather Cover with Gasket

(Includes Key Numbers 7 and 8)

Gasket, Breather

Cover, Breather

Screw M6 x 1..0x 20 (4)

Plug, Hex Head, Countersunk

1/8 NoP.T.F.

Kit, Breather Hose (Includes 12-13)

Clamp, Hose (2)

Hose, Breather

Kit, Retainer (4)

Cap, Valve Spring (4)

Spring, Valve (4)

Retainer, Spring (4)

Valve, Exhaust, Standard Size (2)

Valve, Exhaust, .25 Oversize (2)

Valve, Intake, Standard Size (2)

Valve, Intake, .25 Oversize (2)

Seal, Valve Stem (2)

Fitting

Hose, Breather

Lifter, Valve (4)

Rod, Push (4)

Gasket, Cylinder Head (2)

Head Assembly, #2 Cylinder

Kit, Valve Train

(includes Key Numbers 24, 28-31)

Plate, Guide (2)

Washer, Plain (4)

Arm, Rocker (4)

Pivot, Rocker Arm (4)

Screw M6 x 1.0 x 34 (4)

Kit, Valve Cover, Plain

(Includes Key Numbers 34 thru 36)

O-Ring

Spacer (4)

Screw, Shoulder (4)

Screw MIO x 1.5 x 91 (8)

Strap, Lifting

Kit, Breather Separator

(Includes Key Numbers 40 thru 45)

Spacer

Bracket, Breather Separator

Separator, Oil Breather

Grommet, Rubber

Strap, Breather Separator

Screw M5 x OB x 16 (2)

40 24 112 12

41 24 126 44

42 24 595 02

43 25 313 02

44 24 44502

45 M-0545016

1 24 782 05

2 24 294 03

3 24 067 0!

24 067 02

4 12 380 03

5 52 t39 09

6 24 87401

24 874 02

24 874 03

7 24 108 0t

24 108 02

24 108 03

8 24 018 01

9 12 422 10

12 422 09

12 422 13

12 422 07

12 422 08

12 422 11

12 42212

10 24 010 03

11 24 144 01

12 X-25-63

13 12 032 01

14 X-25-102

15 12 380 04

16 M-0545010

I7 24 018 04

18 24 402 O5

19 24 032 01

20 12 153 01

21 12 t23 04

22 24 12619

23 M-0545016

24 12 153 02

25 24 038 04

26 25 755 13

27 12 153 03

Cylinder Block (Use Miniblock)

Fitting

Connecting Rod (Standard) (2)

Connecting Rod (25) (2)

Pin, Dowel Locating (6)

Plug, Cup

Piston with Ring Set (Standard) (2)

Piston with Ring Set (°25) (2)

Piston with Ring Set (.50) (2)

Ring Set (Standard) (2)

Ring Set (.25) (2)

Ring Set (.50) (2)

Retainer, Piston Pin (4)

Shim, Camshaft, Yellow

Shim, Camshaft, Green

(As Required)

Shim, Camshaft, Black

(As Required)

Shim, Camshaft, White

(As Required)

Shim, Camshaft, Blue

(As Required)

Shim, Camshaft, Red

(As Required)

Shim, Camshaft, Grey

(As Required)

Camshaft

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, Plain 1/4

Seal, Governor Cross Shaft

Washer, Plain 1/4

Pin, Hitch

Screw, Reed Retainer

M5 x 0.8 x 10 (2)

Retainer, Reed (2)

Reed, Breather (2)

Seat, Oil, Front

O-Ring, Lower Oil Fill Tube

Tube, Oil Fill

Bracket, Oil Fill Tube

Screw, Oil Fill Tube Bracket

M5xOSx 16

O-Ring, upper Oil Fill Tube

Dipstick Assembly (Includes 26-27)

Kit, Oil Fill Cap (Includes 27)

O-Ring, Dipstick

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

1 inch= 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

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_..__3

_B-.--4

25_ 5

4 6

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

20 19 1 16

13f

--8

REPARR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,251550

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV22-PS67515

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

24 162 17 Screen, Grass 1 24 027 20

M-0403025 Screw, Grass Screen 2 M-0549016

M4 x 0..7 x 24 (4) 3 SM-0645016

X-25-92 Washer, Plain 1/2 (4) 4 24 314 05

24 112 04 Spacer, Fan (4) 5 24 146 02

24 157 03 Fan 6 M-0545020

M-06390t6 Screw M6 x 1.0 x 16 (4) 7 M-0551016

12 112 01 Spacer, Fan (4) 8 24 063 20

24 025 05 Flywheel Assembly 9 24 063 23

X-42-15 Key 10 M-0545010

25 403 03 Rectifier-Regulator 11 24 063 14

24 086 18 Screw, Phillips (2) 12 M-0545016

236602 Connector, Rectifier-Regulator, 13 24 063 19

3 Contact 14 M-0645016

12 132 02 Spark Plug (2) t5 24 146 08

48 154 02 Clip, Cable 16 24 t00 01

12 468 03 Washer, Stator Harness Clip 17 24 ! 12 12

12 086 14 Screw, Stator Harness Clip 18 24 !26 44

M10x1.5x46 19 2444502

24 085 01 Stator, 15 Amp 20 24 086 27

M-0548025 Screw, Stator Mounting NOT

M5 x 0.8 x 25 (2) - -

X-25-63 Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)

X-25_92 Washer, Plain I/2 (2) - -

47 154 01 Clip, Cable

24 584 03 Module, Ignition (2) - _

M-0560020 Screw, Module M5 x 0.8 x 20 (4)

M-0448010 Screw, Module M4 x 0_7 x 10 (2) - -

24 584 05 Module, Speed Advance

ILLUSTRATED

24 176 27 Harness, Wire

- _ 24 518 04 Lead, Green (3", 18 Gauge,

Insulated Grip Barrel Eyelets)

- - 24 113 18 Decal, Grass Screen

- - 24 063 27 Baffle, Heat Shield

NOT

DESCRIPTION

Housing, Blower

Screw M5 x 0.8 x 16 (3)

Screw M6 x 1o0x 16 (4)

Guard, Flywheel

Plate, Backing, # 2 Side

Screw M5 x 0o8x 20 (2)

Screw M5 x 0.8 x 14

Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 2 Side

Baffle, Valley, # I Side

Screw M5 x 0.8 x 10 (2)

Baffle, Valley, # 2 Side

Screw M5 x 0.8 x 16 (2)

Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 1 Side

Screw M6 x t _0x 16 (2)

Plate, Backing, # 1 Side

Nut, Plastic

Spacer

Bracket, Breather Separator

Strap, Breather

Screw (2)

ILLUSTRATED

24 100 01 Nut, Plastic (3)

(Included with Blower Housing)

24 100 02 Nut, Plastic (2)

(Included with Blower Housing)

25 139 16 Plug, Button 9/16

(Included with Blower Housing)

24 113 23 Decal, Horsepower

AIR INTAKE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24 743 05

2 24 096 24

3 25 341 02

4 12 100 01

5 24 38003

6 24096 01

7 24 083 02

8 47 083 03

9 24 126 21

10 24 126 43

11 24 109 01

12 24 041 13

13 24 094 02

14 24 041 14

15 24 164 06

16 24 041 01

17 M-0639055

NOT

Kit, Air Cleaner Cover (includes

Key Numbers 2, 3, and 9 thru 11)

Cover, Air Cleaner

Knob, Cover

Wing Nut

Pin, Latch Lever (2)

Cover, Inner Air Cleaner

Element, Pre-Cleaner

Element, Air Cleaner

Bracket, Air Cleaner

Cup, Fuel Spitback

Gasket, Fuel Spitback Cup

Base, Air Cleaner

Gasket, Air Cleaner Base

Manifold, Intake

Gasket, Intake Manifold (2)

Screw M6 x 1.0 x I8 (4)

ILLUSTRATED

12 113 53 Decal, Air Cleaner

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.251550

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STARTING SYSTEM I

ENGINE CONTROLS I

i.-._

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12 __\_i-- _ _ i

8 7 6

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,251550

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV22-PS67515

STARTING SYSTEM

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 M_0839070 Screw M8 x 1o25x 70

2 M-0839080 Screw M8 x 1.25 x 80

3 24 096 05 Cover, Pinion

4 25 098 03 Starter Assembty (Includes 6-11)

5 12 468 01 Washer (3)

6 12 755 54 Kit, Drive End

7 1222706 Cap, Drive End

8 45 170 03 Armature

9 82 755 28 Kit, Brush and Spring

10 12 227 11 Cap, Commutator End

11 12 086 25 Bolt, Thru (2)

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

Oil Pan Assembly

Oil Pan

Plug, Hex, Countersunk,

3/8 N.P.T F.

Nipple, Oil Fiiter

Filter, Oil

Seal, Oil (PTO End)

Screw, Oil Pan M8 x 1.25 x 45

Screw, Oi! Pan M8 x 125 x 45 (9)

Plug, Solid, Square Head,

3/8 N_P.T_F_

O-Ring

Shaft, Governor Gear

Tab, Locking

Kit, Governor Gear with Pin

(Includes Key Number t4)

Pin, Governor Regulating

Screw M6 x 10 x 25 (2)

Washer, Plain (2)

Oil Pump Assembly (includes 18)

Tube, Oil Pickup

Screen, Oil

1 24 199 07

2 24 199 04

3 X-75-32

4 24 136 01

5 12 050 01

6 52 032 08

7 24 086 17

8 24 086 16

9 X-75-10

10 24 153 08

I1 12 144 02

12 52 448 02

13 24 043 12

14 12 380 01

15 M-0645025

16 SM-0631005

17 24 393 08

18 24 123 05

19 25 162 07

DESCRIPTION

1 SM-0642025 Screw M6x1Ox25

2 24090 14 Lever, Governor

3 SM-0641060 Nut M6x 1.0

4 24 089 01 Spring, Linkage

5 25 158 08 Bushing, Linkage Retaining

6 24 079 04 Linkage, Throttle

7 25 158 11 Bushing, Throttle Linkage

8 24 126 13 Bracket, Control

9 24 089 03 Spring, Choke Return

10 M-0547050 Locknut, Hex M5 x08

1! SM-0545016 Screw M5x0.Sx16

t2 M-0446030 Nut, Hex M4 x 0o7

13 SM-0645016 Screw M6x1_0x18(4)

14 12 237 01 Clamp, Cable (2)

15 SM-0545016 Screw M5 x 0o8X 16 (2)

16 24 090 07 Lever, Throttle Actuator

17 24 468 01 Washer (3)

18 24 090 13 Lever, Throttle Control

19 24 090 05 Lever, Choke

20 24 079 05 Linkage, Choke

21 SM-0545020 Screw M5 x 0°8 x 20

22 41 468 03 Washer, Wave

23 M-0403025 Screw M4 x 0_7x 24

24 24 089 18 Spring, Governor

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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-3 €.

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FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24 853 25

2 24 04'1 15

3 24 053 25

4 24 041 t4

5 X-426-9

6 24 353 03

7 SM-064!060

8 M-0629095

9 47154 01

10 24 100 01

11 24 393 04

12 24 086 12

13 25 353 03

14 25 050 02

15 24 144 15

16 24 468 05

17 24 241 01

18 24 089 22

t9 24141 04

20 24 090 10

2! 24 089 24

22 24 086 t9

23 24 462 02

24 24 086 20

25 24 337 27

26 24 337 !'1

27 24 086 22

28 24 089 23

29 24 086 21

30 24 096 13

31 24 041 18

32 24 041 19

33 24 757 05

34 24 369 01

35 24 234 01

36 24 337 28

37 24 755 15

38 24 041 21

39 24 041 20

NQT

Kit, Carburetor with Gasket

(Includes Key Numbers 2 thru 4)

Gasket, Carburetor

Carburetor Assembly (For

Information Only, Not Available

Separately) (Includes 15_39)

Gasket, Air Cleaner Base

Clamp, Hose (6)

Line, Fuel, 10-5/8" (2)

Nut M6 x 140(2)

Stud M6 x 1,.0x 95 (2)

Clip, Cable

Nut, Plastic (2)

Pump, Fuel, Pulse

Screw, Hex Cap Head (2)

Line, Fuel, 13-1/2"

Filter, Fuel

Shaft, Choke

Washer

Collar, Choke

Spring, Choke Return

Rtng, Choke Lever

Lever, Choke

Spring, Throttle Adjust Screw

Screw, Throttle Adjust

Valve, Choke

Screw, Throttle and Choke Shaft (4)

Jet, Air BIeed

Jet, Slow

Screw, Idle Adjust

Spring, Idle Adjust Screw

Screw (3)

Cover, Passage

Gasket, Passage Cover

Gasket, Float Chamber

Kit, Float Repair

Nozzle, Main

Chamber, Float

Jet, Main

Kit, Solenoid Valve (Includes 38-39)

Gasket, Chamber Screw

Gasket, Solenoid

ILLUSTRATED

24 04t 15 Gasket, Carburetor

24 757 06 Kit, Carburetor Repair

24 755 72 Kit, High Altitude

(1500-3000 Meters)

24 755 73 Kit, High Altitude

(Over 3000 Meters)

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 24 01472

2 52 139 09

DESCRIPTION

Crankshaft

Plug, Cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24 041 02 Gasket, Exhaust (2)

2 M-0829033 Stud, Exhaust Manifold

M8 x 1°25 x 20 (4)

3 M_0841080 Nut, Muffler Mounting

1'918x 1,25 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

- - 24 755 03 Gasket Set

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1150-1650

High Speed: 3200-3400

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US, inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

SERVICE NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

(j1

SIGHTING "" --- ..,CUT

GUIDE TH_

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

IIHIIII I IIIIIIIIII .... IIIIIIIIII IIIIIII rr

Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I

greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme I

caution when changing direction on slopes.

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.251550

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

INFORMATIONAND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

MI:IN®

22.5 HP TWIN CYLINDER

ELECTRIC START

50" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

GARDEN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has

its own model number:

The model number for your tractor will be found on the

mode! plate located under the seat.

The model number for your engine will be found on the

blower housing of the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from arty Sears,

Roebuck and Co,. Service Center/Department and most Re-

tail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

" PRODUCT - TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER - 917.251550

• ENGINE MODEL NO, - 0V22-67515

- PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you

consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians ..... professional technicians

specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we service what we see

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