Craftsman 917272070 lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

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17.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272070

• Safety

= Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-

gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment,

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am- 5 pro, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179

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

Warranty ............................................... 2

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

Product Specifications .......................... 6

Assembly .............................................. 8

Operation ............................................ 11

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 17

Maintenance ....................................... 17

Service and Adjustments .................... 21

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

Troubleshooting ................................. 28

Repair Parts ........................................ 32

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your

Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,

electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the

proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable

debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner's manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines

the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War-

ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

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

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

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights

which may vary from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT; This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects, Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as

rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the r{ding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you

cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow

end gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and 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 children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not sr'noke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Slop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended pads,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, an(

use extra caution when servicing then

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

,_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

,_ CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

,_ CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

,_ CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

,_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

,_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

3ASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

3APACITY UNLEADED

t_NDTYPE: REGULAR

31LTYPE SAE 10W30 (ABOVE

32°F)

_.PI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

3AP: .040")

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1sT 1.2

2"D 1.5

3_D 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING

SYSTEM:

BATTERY:

15AMPS @3600 RPM

AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualifyed service center.

We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to

service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Cus-

tomer Responsibilities" 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-covered land unless

the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable

local or state laws (if any). If a spark

arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center(See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

WheelInsert

(1)HexBolt

3/8-16x1

Steerin__

Boot

Steering Wheel

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

@(1) Locknut

5/16-18

_ Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

t teering

Extension

Shaft

Seat

(£Washer

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

Gauge

_(1) Knob

Slope Sheet

For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

Video Cassette

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

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your

tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and [ocknut.

Tighten securely.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure,

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

/ Insert

'" ._--3/8 Hex Bot

,_3/8 LockWasher

_ , arge Fiat

...... _ Washer

Wheel ,_) _jSteeringr._._-_".'_ Boot

Steering

/ / ,

Adapter_'_

i_Extension Shaft

5/16 Locknut _-- 5/16 Hex Bolt

LowerSteering_" _i

_ Tab

Shaft

"..... , Slots

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

NOTE: Ifthis battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Label

Batten,,

Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5, Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

8. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Bolt

Flat Wa_

Adjustm_een't':i_i _

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•_II,WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well,ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear

of other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position,

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

,_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

Mulcher

Deflector_ Plate

Shield

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory,

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flared at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND

SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVlEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

•/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

#" No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

/" Be sure mower deck is properly

leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for

best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around

pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

J" Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/' Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP 11_

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

_r_'l R N H L (®)_1

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of

various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment Ignition Switch

Clutch

Lever

Light Switch

Lift

Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

, Height

Parking Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting

and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to

release attachment lift lever when

changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

THRO'Iq'LE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

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

eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

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

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Position

Throttle/ ition Key

Choke

Clutch/

Brake

"Disengaged'

Position

STOPPING

Gearshift

Lever

Position

MOWER BLADES

• TO stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

,_CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging

and mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired

position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

mately t-1/2 to 4". The heights are

measured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice• Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position• Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual)•

2• With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground• Install gauge wheel in

appropriate hole with shoulder belt, 3/

8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely•

3. Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment

hole.

Mountir

Locknut

Gauge Wheel

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch• Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment

clutch engaged will shut off the engine•

1. Select desired height of cut.

2_ Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control•

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control

_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place•

Attachment

Clutch Lever Attachemnt

E gaged __ _Lift Lever High

Position __"_'_ _ Position

._ l Position

'Disengaged I ' :

Position : i ,,_!

' _ Deflector

Shield

TO OPERATE ON RILLS

,_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills•

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hi_ls.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position•

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear• Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement•

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position•

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor• Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the

ground and cause you to lose control of

your tractor.

BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the

cap onto the tube. Remove and read

oil level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART' in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

_ ,_ i !

_ ,!'_,__-_.Oil Fill Cap/

''" Dipstick

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ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 clays or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the enginefor the first time orif

the engine has run outoffuel, itwilltake extra

cranking timetomove fuelfrom thetank tothe

engine.

1, Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting,read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

5. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start, move

the throttle control back to the choke

position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

above)

6. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and

below)

6. When engine starts, allow engine to

run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control to

fast position. This may require an

engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depend-

ing on the temperature.

• The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: Ifat 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

'q'O ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

MOWlNGTIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adkustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, itshould be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively high;

the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will ptug mower and reave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throtUe

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWlNGTIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into

the grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the )awe.

Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts

off only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpen-

dicular to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN OATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

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Clean Baltery and Terminals I_ If

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Change Engine Oil I_t2: I_

Clean Air Filter 11/2

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Replace Oil Filter (ff equipped) I_1 ;

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does notcover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2, Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners,

LUBRICATION CHART

indle

Zerk Zerk

/_Front Wheel _. Wheel

Bearing Bearing Zerk

Zerk

(nSAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL

_2/GENERALPURPOSE GREASE

_,3REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT= Do not oil or grease the pivot

points which have special nylon bearings.

Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt

that will shorten the life of the self-lubricat-

ing bearings. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen

performinganymaintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE= To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.

torque_,.

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

Mandrel Assembly

Trailing Edge Up

Blade Center '_

Hole

Flat Wasber,

Lock

_2._Hex Bolt (Grade)*'-_

*A Grade 8 heattreated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8

BA'I-rERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

18 an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or

covers. Adding or checking level of

electrolyte is not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Open battery box door.

2, Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor,

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or

petroleum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable,

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation, Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change, All oil must meet API

service c_asaitioation SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm,

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove cap from end of drain valve

and install the drain tube onto the

fitting,

3, Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstick into the

tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube when taking reading. Keep oil

at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished,

Oil Drain Valve

Closed

and _-_I#--,,_L_:Z_;, |_ _ Drain Tube

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers,

CLEAN AIR INTAKFJCOOLING 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.

oil level.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary.

Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove knob and cover.

2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner from

base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

5. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it to dry.

6. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will

damage the cartridge.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut.

cover and tighten knob securely.

_;_ver Knob

Air Cle_ L _,_._9 Nut

Cover ( _Rubber

Foa_ ' _'.._ ) Grommet

P[e_ner _. _ "Paper Cartridge

Air_[_z__. \Air Cleaner

Screen [ . Base

MUFFLER 3.

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could 4.

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

1. Drain oil from engine crankcase (See

"TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this

section of this manual, through step

remove drain plug).

2. Remove oil filter and wipe off filter

adapter.

3. Apply a thin coating of new engine oil

to the rubber gasket on replacement

oil filter.

4. Install replacement oil filter on filter

adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until

rubber gasket contacts the filter

adapter, then tighten filter an addi-

tional 1/2 turn.

5. Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section

of this manual). For approximate

capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA-

TIONS" section of this manual.

6. Start the engine and check for oil

leaks. Correct any leaks before

placing engine into full operation.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

C'am0 // C,om

FuelPi,ter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels

free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to crean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a short-

ened engine life.

,_ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

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

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

6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll bert off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch Spring_,

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame,

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

discharge guard to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

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Suspension Arms ,-

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Retainer

Anti-Sway

Springs

(Both Sides)

Housing Guide

Larg g

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side,

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

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Mower to Ground Mower to Ground

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Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown,

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

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FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT; Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL

IN LENGTH

Jut "E"

Nut "F"

Front Trunnion

Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1, Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler purleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

4. Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

6. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel

Pulley_ Idler Pulleys

Mandrel

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxre.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear on a level dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual.)

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around

engine pulley.

5. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine

Pulley--

Clutohing-_-- --_,A_

Idler

Stationary--"

Id{er

Transaxle_. "-'

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock

gate) position. The adjustment is preset at

the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

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

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever

Neutral Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel

toe-in or camber, contact a Sears or

other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retainin(

Ring

Axle

Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

,_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate

explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and

smoking materials away from batteries.

Always wear eye protection when around

batteries.

Ifyour battery is too weak to start the engine, it

should be recharged. (See "BA'I-I'ERY" in the

MAINTENANCE section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Yourtractor is equipped with a

12 volt negative grounded system. The other

vehical must also be a 12 volt negative

grounded system. Do not use your tractor

battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

.exBolt

Positive Terminal

Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

,_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor•

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

6. Close battery box door.

Battery

Door

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood•

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood

at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off

of tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

,_ Hood

i HeadlightWire

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair,or replacement ofthe

emissioncontroldevices and systems, which

are being done at the customersexpense,

may be performed by any non-road engine

repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authonzed

engine manufectureCs service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttlecontrolhas been presetat the

factory and adjustmentshould not be

necessary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. Ifadjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running,move throttle

control lever from slow to choke position.

Slowly move lever from choke to fast

position.

2. Check to see ifhole in throttle lever and

hole in speed control bracket are aligned.

3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable

clamp screw and align the holes by

inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bitthrough

both holes.

4. Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and

tighten cable clamp screw. Remove

alignment pencil or drill bit.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the factory

and adjustment should not be necessary.

However, minor adjustment may be required

to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor

does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, tuming the adjusting needles in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leanerfueVair mixture.

Tumingthe adjustingneedles out (counter-

clsekwise) increasesthe supplyoffuel to the

engine giving a ricberfueVair mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and

seats incarburetormay resultifturnedin too

tight.

NOTE: The carburetoron thisengine islow

emission,it isequippedwithan idlefuel

adjusting needle with a limitercap, which

allows some adjustmentwithinthe limits

allowed by the cap. Do notattemptto remove

the limitercap.The limitercap cannot be

removed withoutbreaking the adjusting

needle.

1. Be sure you have a clean airfilter and the

throttlecontrolcable is adjustedproperty

(see above).

2. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make adjustments with engine

running and shift/motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

3. Idle seeed setting - With throttle control

lever in slow position, engine should idle

at 1750 RPM. Ifengine idles too slow or

fast, tum idle speed adjusting screw in or

out until correct idle isattained.

4. Idlefuel needle setting - With throttle

controlleverin slowposition,turn idlefuel

adjustmentneedle in (clockwise)until

engine beginsto die and then tum out

(counterclockwise)until engine runs

rough.Turn needle to a pointmidway

between thosetwo positions.

5. Recheck idlespeed. Readjustif neces-

sary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

6. Move throttlecontrolleverfromslowto

fast position. Ifengine hesitates or dies,

turnidlefuel adjustingneedle out

(counterclockwise)1/8 turn. Repeat test

and continueto adjust,if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

notadjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT= Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous, If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

srPecedetC_

ver

IdleSpeed

Adjusting_,,f_ I

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.

,_ CAUT|ON: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc, Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened, inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting,

BAFrF_RY

• 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,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also,

experiance indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of and engine

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

i 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 in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment

10.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug,

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6+ Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

19. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

10. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

8. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace batter

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

tROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Lossofpower 1. Cuttingtoo muchgrass/too

Excessive

vibration

Enginecontinues

to run

when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

14" Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel,

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13.Loose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

CORRECTION

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbura

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10, Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/fins.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14.See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(ifso equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Engine "backfires'

when turning

engine "OFF"

CAUSE

11. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

6. Worn. bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10.Improper blades used.

11.Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass.

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Switch is "OFF".

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position

for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec-

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds befor

stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

RED

_ED

IGNITION SWITCH

RELAY

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

163465 Battery

74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

156417 Case Battery

161343 Switch, Intedock

175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152j

4152J Bulb Light #1156

4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 ' red

146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red

175158 Fuse

73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Uric

4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

160784 Switch Plunger Normal Op Olive

175566 Switch Ign

140403 Key Ign

170219 Hamess Ign

71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2

131563 Cover Terminal Red

175141 Solenoid

122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp

141940 Protection Wire Loop

109748X RelayAsm

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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17-- ,

60_ 1__ //

/30

212_

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 169830 Chassis

2 176554 Drawbar

3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

9 168337X013 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4

11 155927 Panel, Dash, L.H.

12 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grtlle P/L

13 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

17 174330X558 Hood AsSembly

18 126938X BumperHood

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x12 Gauge

26 STD541437 Nut

28 174331X558 Grille

29 174332X599 Lens

30 164919X558 Fend/Ftrest

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support

37 17490606 Screw Thdrol 5/16-19 x 1/2

38 169834 Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear

39 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser Lt

58 150127 Duct Air Engine

60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

64 154798 Dash Lower STLT

79 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8016UNC

114 158112 Keeper Bell Rear Lh Stl P930

115 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

142 165867 PlateReinforcementSTLT

143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 154207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot ChaSSis/Hood

159 155123X429 CupholderSfltBlack

168 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-16 Tr

207 17670508 Screw Thdrot 5/16-18 x 1/2 Ty8

208 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

211 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

212 175143 Insert Lens Reflective

- - 5479J Plug, Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 rnm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

GROUND DRIVE

197

16 _

( -

169 164_44

166

156

• 22

26 27

11G

• 150

/ 48

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272070

GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

1 ........ Transaxle (See Breakdown) 63

Peedess 206-545C 64

2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 65

3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 66

4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 70

5 121526X Strap, Torque 74

6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 75

8 165866 Rod Shifter Fender STLT 76

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 77

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 76

13 74550412 Bo6 1/4-26 UNF W/Patch Gr. 6 79

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 80

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 x Gr,5 81

18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x 1Gr. 5 62

19 STD541437 Nui 83

21 106933X Knob 84

22 130804 Rod. Brake 85

24 STD541237 Nut 89

25 106886X Spring, Brake Rod 90

26 STD551037 Washer 96

27 STD561210 Ptn 112

28 145204 Rod. Parking Brake 113

29 71673 Cap. Parking Brake 116

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 120

32 STD523107 Bolt 145

34 155071 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 150

35 120183X Bearing, NyIon 161

36 STD551062 Washer 156

37 STD571610 Ro]l Pin 158

38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 159

39 STD533727 Bolt 161

40 4470J Spacer, Split .395 x .59 162

41 165838 Keeper, Belt, Idter 163

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12Ga. 164

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 165

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grad Dry Stl 166

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 168

50 STD523715 Bog 169

51 STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC 170

52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC 197

53 105710X Link, Clutch 198

55 105709X Spring, Clutch Return 202

58 STD623712 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 212

57 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive

59 189891 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

62 8883R Cover, Pedal

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

140186 Pulley, Engine

71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5

STD551143 washer

154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool Proof

134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt, RH.

137057 Spacer, Axle

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

STD881075 E-Ring

123583X Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/1865

121746X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga

STD580025 Key Woodruff

145090 Arm, Shift

165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20

165711 Spring, Torsion

19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

166231 Link Transaxle

150360 Nut. Nylock

158391 X426 Console, Shift. STLT

124348X Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4

STD624003 Retainer Spring 1"

19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

127285X Strap Torque 90 Degrees

72140616 Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1

73900600 Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc

74490540 Boll, Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

165850 Bushing Bellcrank Grd. Drive

19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10Ga.

166002 Washer Srrted 5/1610 x 1.125

165589 Bracket Shift Mount

165494 Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt

72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr,5

73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc

74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20Unc x 1 Gr 5

19091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

165623 Bracket Pivot Lever

166880 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x ,561

165580 Plate Fastening Lt

173898 Keeper Belt Transaxle G ear

169613 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8 ID

169593 Washer Nyliner 7/8 ID x .105 Hd

72110612 Bolt Carr. SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

139768 SteerlngWheel

154427 Axle Asseml_y STMP Dropped STL

169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H.

169839 S_nble Assembly, R.H.

6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

123O0_29 Ring, Klip

3366R Beadng, Steering Column

169882 Oraglink

STD551137 Washer, Lock

136518 Spacer Beadng Axle Front

145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

156546 Shaft Assembly, Steering

57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x ,750 x .033

160395 Support, Shaft

165857 Screw, Hex Wsh Hd Torx

165851 Pittman Shaft Assembly

154406 Bracket, Steedng

126847X Bushing, Link, Drag

136874 Gear, Sector

19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

STD561210 Pin Cotter

130465 Rod,Tie

155099 Bushing, Steedng

152927 Screw

139769 Insert, Steering Wheel

19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/6 x 12 Gauge

STD5415.37 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf

100711L Adaptor, Steedng Wheel

145054X428 Boot, Steedng Shaft

121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

153720 Extension Shaft Steedng LR,LT

121232X Cap, Spindle

6&55M Fitting, Grease

STD541431 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC

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

167902 Kil Steering Asm Se_,ice

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

160367 Spacer Brace Axle

154404 BeadngArm Piftman

72140618 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

169827 Axle, Brace

19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

74950612 Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4

169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

133835 Fastener Chdstmas Tree

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

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31 / _ 33 29

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

i 14

_105

8o_

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170548 Control, Throttle

2 17720410 Screw. Hex Head, Thread

Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/6

3 ...... Engine, (See Breakdown)

Kohler Model CV490-27505

4 159420 Muffler

13 12-041-03 Gasket

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

16 STD551237 Washer

23 169837 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard

29 137180 Arrestor, Spark

31 109202X Tank, Fuel

32 158990 Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

37 137040 Line, Fuel

38 148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy

40 184088X Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line

44 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head,

Thd., Roll 1/4-20 x 3/4

45 17000612 Screw Hxwsb Tbdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga

77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

80 74760508 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 1/2

81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

101 M730308CO Nut Flange M8-1.85 Non-Lk Zinc

105 1712(3616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 140123 Seat 13 121248X

2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412

3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 15 134300

4 19131610 Washer13/32X3/4XlOGa 16 121250)(

5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976X

6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc 21 171852

7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 SIk Zi 22 STD541431

8 1700(O16 Screw 3/8-16 X 1 24 19171912

9 19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X

10 174894 Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

11 166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingnut

12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

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

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 B_kPnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex LOck w/Ins 5/16-18

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 Xl 2Ga.

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

13 6 3 11 11

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156368

2 171764

3 177333

4 177334

5 138047

6 133644

7 177367

8 172331

9 163204

10 156439

DESCRIPTION

Decal. Oper, Instr.

Decal, Replacemenl

Decal, Hood, R.H.

Decal, Hood, L,H.

Decal, Battery

Decal, Customer Maintenance

Decal, HP Engine

Decal, Mower Srs

Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal. Fender Danger

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

11 177325 Decal, Hood Side

12 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

13 177353 Decal. Dash Panel

14 160396 Decal, V-Belt Scbematic

20 149516 Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

- - 138311 Decal, Lift Handle

-- 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT

-- 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT

- - 177385 Owner's Man ual. English

-- 177386 Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS &TIRES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap Value Tire

2 65139 Stem Value

3 106222X Tire F TS 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service

4 59904 Tube Inner Front #35060

5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6"front White Service

6 278H Fitting Grease

7 9040H Beadng Flange

8 106108X427 Rim Asm 8"rear Whtte Service

9 122082X Tire R Ts 20 X 10-8 Service

10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

11 104757X428 Cap Axle SIk 1 E0 X 1 00

• - 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

NOTE: All component dimensions given inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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LIFTASSEMBLY

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20 " 1718 20

20 \\ -

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2o\

/ 15

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Washer Asm inner Spring W/

Plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift

3 108767X Pin Groove

4 12000(308 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

6 t20183X Bearing Nylong

7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted

8 122365X Button Plunger Read

11 139868 Link Asm Lift L,H.

12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H,

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 STD624CO8 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 t30171 Trunnion Bik Zinc

18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Beadng, Pvt. Lift

32 73540600 Nut CrownloCk 3/8-24

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

I inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

116 113 111

117 _

118 _

-130

19 21

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117

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 67 149846

2 STD533107 Bolt 68 144959

3 138017 BracketAssembly,SwayBar. 92 STD541437

Front 101 136420

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 102 71081010

5 STD624008 BetainerSprlng 103 19061216

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 104 STD551110

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 105 160793

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 106 2C_9J

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 111 155197

11 134149 Blade,Mulching 112 155198

13 137645 Bhalt Assembly. Mandrel, 113 17060514

Vented 114 73510500

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 115 72110504

15 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 116 4898H

16 174493 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 117 165746

18 72140505 Bolt. Cardage 5/16-18 x 5/8 118 73630600

19 132827 Bo8, Shoulder 119 19121414

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 121 143723

21 STD541431 NutCrownlockS/16-18UNC 129 19131312

22 134763 Stiffener Bracket 130 STD523710

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 131 STD533710

24 105304X Cap. Sleeve 142 165890

25 123713K Spring, Torsion, Deflector 143 157109

26 110452X Nut, Push 144 158634

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 145 165888

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga. 146 171977

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 147 131335

30 157722 ScrewThdrol Washer Head 148 169022

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 149 165898

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 150 19091216

33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 151 169670

34 STD533717 Bolt 162 169676

35 133835 Fastner, Christmas Tree 153 189674

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 154 169675

37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16Ca. 155 169671

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/8-16UNC 156 169672

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 157 169669

45 STD624C03 Retainer 158 17720410

46 137729 Screw, Thd, Roll 1/4-20x 5/8 159 72140614

48 133944 Washer+ Hardened - - 130794

49 174284 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 -- 169583

51 STD541410 LOCknut

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler

DESCRIPTION

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Nut

Mulcber Cover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly. Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket Gauge Wheel Lh

Bracket Gauge Wheel Rh

Screw 5/16-18 Uric

Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc

Bolt Cart 5/16-Unc x 1/2

Bolt Shoulder

Wheel Gauge Btd

Nut Centedock 3/8-16 Unc

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 4 Ca.

Bracket Extruded Gauge Wheel

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

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

Bolt, Rdhd Sqpk 3/8-16UNC xl

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carriage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

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

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42 In

Washer Fiat 3/6" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring Retention Lever

Spacer

Rod Clutch

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

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

Mandrel Assembly (_ncludes Key

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

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

Deck, Order Separately Mulcher

Plate and Gauge Wheel

Components, Key Nos. 101-106

and 111-121)

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

41A

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272070

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

RFJ= PART REF PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079

2 780086A Needle Searing 5/6" 42 792073A

3 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792085A

4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790028

6 779364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086

7 778338 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690

6 792188 Shift Key 48 774691

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356

9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338

18 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) 54 778346

(Include. 14) 56 778355

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 57 778337

(Include. 13) 58 778353

15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 59 778351

17 786188 Drive Pin 60 778349

18 788102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 61 778346

20 792077A Ball 8/16" dia 65 780189

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8" 66 776422

22 792079 Spring ,310 OD x .625 L 67 776396

25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 89 792170

25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 70 786187

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 71 788069

27 792035 Retaining Ring 71B 788092

28 788040 Retaining Ring 76 780090

29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID x.031W 77 788078A

29A 780160 Thrust Washer .782 ID x.O31W 79 792144

29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 IO x,031 W 82 778333

780199 Anti-Rotation Washer .632 83 778338

30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W 85 792154

31 780001 Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W 87 788089A

(Use As Needed) 150 788093A

31A 780195 FlatWasher.7501Dx,062W 157 789088A

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 190 730229A

34 780194 Bushing .563 900 794712

35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing .751

36 790075 Brake Disk

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

39 7860'26 Dowel Pin

40 792076A Flat Washer .312 ID x ,059W

Brake Lever

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

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

Locknut 5 / 16 - 24

Brake Pad Holder

Spacer .2625 x 1.0

Brake Lever Bracket

Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)

Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long)

Spur Gear (29 teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Spur Gear (23 teeth)

Spur Gear (19 teeth)

Spur Gear (16 teeth)

Spur Gear (15 teeth)

Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Spur Gear (13 teeth)

Spur Gear (17 teeth)

Spur Gear (21 teeth)

Spur Gear (24 teeth)

Spur Gear (25 teeth)

Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W

Input Shaft

Shifter & Brake Shaft

Retaining Ring

Spacer .890

Square Cut Ring

"O"Ring

Fiat Washer 1.128 ID x .088W

Inverted Retaining Ring

Spring .438 OD x .5000 L

Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Oil Fill Plug

Oil Seal 9 / 16"

Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone

Oil Seal 3/4"

Gear Oil 80W80

Replacement

M ST -266-545C Transaxle

NOTIE: All component dimensiolls given in U.S, inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27505

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHERI

20 19 18

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505

CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 1 12-032-03-S Seal, crankshaft

2 12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes 2 Block, cylinder

3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S (Use Shor_ Block 12 522

(Qty. 2), 12 041 02-S, & 12 49)

041 03-S) 3 12-445-02-S Strap, lifting

3 12-411-03-S Rod, push (2) 4 M-839025-S Screw. hex. flange

4 12-041-10-S Gasket, cygn_3erhead M8x1.25x25

5 12-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) 5 24-380-13-S Dowel, locating (4)

12-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) 6 12-755-49-S Kit, camshaft (Includes 7,8)

5 12-016-01-S VaJve. exhaust (Std,) 7 12-089-31-S Spring, actuating

18-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) 8 12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) blue

7 25-139-60-S Plug, allen hd. pipe 1/8" 12-422-09-S Shim, camshaft _A.R.) red

8 12-318-36-S Cylinder Head 12_422-10-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.)

9 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (2) yellow

10 12-599-03-S Pivot, rocker arm (2) 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) green

11 M-640034-S Screw, hex. ftange 12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) gray

M6xl.0x34 (2) 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) black

12 12-089-01-S Spring, valve (2) 12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) white

13 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (2) 9 12-144-28-S Shaft, balance

14 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (2) 10 12-874-07-S Piston w/Ring Set (Std.)

15 12-465-05-S Washer, plain 13/32" (_nc_udeS11,12)

16 12-112-13-S Spacer, head bolt exhaust 12-874-11-S Piston w/Ring Set (.08)

port 12-874-08-S Piston w/Ring Set (.25)

17 12-086-15-S Screw, hex. flange 12-874-o9-S Piston w/Ring Set (.50)

M10x1.5x81 (5) 11 12 018 02-S Retainer, piston pin (2)

18 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2) 12 12-108-07-S Ring Set (Std.)

19 12-326-03-S Hose, breather 12-108-08-S Ring Set (.25)

20 M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange 12-108-09-S Ring Set (.50)

M6xl.0x20 (5) 13 12-067-11-S Connecting Rod (Std,)

21 12-096-07-S Cover, valve w/nipple 12-O67-06-S Conr_ecting Rod (,25)

22 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 14 12-380-01-S Pin, governor regulating

M5x0.8xl0 15 12-043-05-S Gear, governor

23 12-018-01-S Retainer, breather reed 16 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm

24 12-402-02-S Reed, breather 17 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear

18 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

19 12-755-E4-S Kit, gov, cross shaft w/clip

(Includes 23)

20 X-25_102-S Washer, plain 1/4"

21 12-032-01-S Seat. governor crOss shaft

22 M-631015-S Washer, plain 6 mm

23 12-t54-05-S Clip, hitch pin

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 254 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL I

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESI

0-8J-

4 5

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange 1 M-545010-S

M1Ox1.5x46

12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 2 24-468-10-S

24-162-03-S Screen, grass 3 12-146-07-S

25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.0x16 4 M-550010-S

(4)

12-157-06-S Fan 5 24-096-05-S

X-42-15-S Key 6 12-027-76-S

12-025-f 5-S Flywheel 7 12-063-18-S

12-155-09-S Connector 8 25-154-02-S

M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 9 12_086-37-S

(2)

12-085-09-S Stator f0 12-063-20-S

M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange 11 M-645016-S

M5x0.8x20 (2)

12-154-06-S Clip, cable (2) 12 12-063-19-S

41-403-09-S Regulator, rectifier - 15 amp NOT ILLUSTRATED

X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" M-541050-S

M-639016-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x16 (2) AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

236602-S Connector

12-t32-02-S Spark Plug KEY PART

X-728-1-S Clip, cable (2) NO. NO.

M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 1 12-281÷01-S

M5x0.8xl0 (2) 2 25-341-03-S

20 12-584-04-S Module, ignition

NOT ILLUSTRATED

f2-176-44-S Harness, wiring

24-518-12-S Lead, black (6" - 12 gauge-

insulated grip barrel eyelet

terminals)

12-518-35-S Lead, white (36" - 18 gauge

- fully insulated push on tab

and uninsulated socket

terminals)

3 12-096o24-S

4 12-083-f2-S

5 f2-100_08-S

6 12-083-1O-S

7 12-743-12-S

8 12-032-11-S

9 12-094-07-S

10 12-072-04-S

12-086-01-S

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8xl0 (6)

Washer, plain 1/4"

Plate, blower housing

Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.8xf0

Cover, pinion

Housing, blower

Baffle, intake side

Clip, mounting (3)

Screw, captive washer

M5x0.Sx2O (3)

Baffle, cylinder head

Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0xt 6 (2)

Baffle, cylinder

Nut, hex. flange M5x0,8

DESCRIPTION

Duct, air

Knob, air cleaner cover

Cover, air cleaner

Precleaner, element

Wing Nut

Kit, air cleaner element

(Includes 5, 7, 8)

Filter, element (includes 5,

Seal 1-7/16"

Base, air cleaner (Includes

ff, 12)

Stud, mounting plate

M6x1.0x75

Screw, #10 Hi-Lo thread

forming (2)

13 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53-S Decal, air cleaner

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505

STARTING SYSTEM I

ENGINE CONTROLS I

1_ _ ,

"-,, ',, k_,kkk " t,J,_

_13 td_F_ _-_ I '

OIL PAN / LUBRICATION I

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505

STARTING SYSTEM

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange 1 12-079-11-S

M8xl.25x70 (2) 2 12-237-01-S

25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 3 24-086-43-S

3-8) 4 M-664020_S

12-755-54-S Kit, drive end

12-227-18-S Cap, drive end 5 12-536-10-S

12-170-05-S Armature

12-221-01-S Kit, brush & spring 6 M-443025-S

12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end

12-211-01-S Bolt, hex. flange 1/4-20x4- 7 M-443020-S

5/3(2)

8 12-089-11-S

OIL pAN/LUBRICATION

9 1B-089-23-S

10 12-089-24-S

KEY PART

11 12-755-83-S

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12-038-01-S Dipstick assembly (Includes

2-3)

25-755-13-S Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3)

12-153-03-S O-Ring, oil fill cap

12-153-02-S O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill

M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25

12-153-gl-S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

25-162-07-S Screen, oil pickup

12-096-03-S Cover, oil pickup screen

M-545016-S Screw, hex, flange

M5x0,8x16

25-462-B9-S Valve, oil pressure relief

52-050-02-S Filter, oil

25-139-57-S Plug, sg. hd. solid 3/8"

12-393-01-S Pump, oil

12-153-B6-S O-Ring. oil pump cover

12-096-34-S Cover, oil pump

M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16 (3)

12-032-03-S Seal, oil (RT.O. end)

24-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45 (11)

24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45

12-199-56-S Assembly, Pan, oil

(Incl. 11,14-17)

12 12-100-07-S

13 52-211-04-S

14 12-09B-28-S

15 25-15B-08-S

16 12-07g-10-S

17 25-158-11-S

Linkage, choke

Clamp, cable

Screw, hex. flange

Screw, lobed socket

M6xl.0x20 (2)

Control, speed assembly

(tnc)udes 6-9)

Screw, pan head

M4x0.7x25

Screw, pan head

M4x0,7x20

Spring, choke (2)

Spring, choke return

Spring, governor

Kit, governor lever (Includes

12-14)

Nut, hex flange 1/4-20

Ro_t, 1/4-20x1"

Lever, governor

Bushing, throttle linkage

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, throttle linkage

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505

CRANKSHAFTJ

EXHAUST I

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505

FUEL SYSTEM NOT ILLUSTRATED

*M-561010-S Screw, thread forming

KEY PART MSx0.Bxl0

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION *X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4"

12_757oB2-S Kit, float

1 Mo641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) 12-757-B3-S Kit, carburetor repair

2 Mo629116-S Stud M6x1,Oxf16 (2) 12-B41-01-S Gasket, carburetor

3 12-853-117-SKit, carburetor w)gasket 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner

(tncludes 4,5,6 qty 1 12-041-05-S Gaskel, bowl

Tie, cable 12-454-03-S, 12-041-06-S Gasket, bowl screw

_ermina_ 25-452-20-S) 12-032-06-S Seal, solenoid

4 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner 12-757-33-S Kit, solenoid repair

5 12-053-117 Carburetor assembly 12-041-06-S Gasket, bowl screw

(For information only not 12-454-03-S Tie cable (3)

available separately) 25-452-20-S Terminal

(Includes Kit, float 12-757- 12-518-37-S Lead, red, (37" - 20 gauge -

O2-S insulated socket and

Kit, carburetor repair 12- uninsulated socket

757-03-S, Kit, terminals) *attaches

solenoid repair 12-757-33-S) carburetor ground read to

6 12-041-01-S Gasket, carburetor (2) carb baffle,

7 12-265-06-S Deflector, heat

8 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (6) CRANKSHAFT

9 52-353-22-S Lithe,fue_ 12-1/4"

10 25-050-03-S Filter, fuel in-line KEY PART

11 12-559-B1-S Kit, fuel pump (Includes 12- NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

f4)

12 M*64502B-S Screw, hex. hange (2) 1 12-014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)

13 25-041-09-S Gasket, fuel pump 2 25-139-27-S Plug, cup

14 12-112-05-S Spacer, fuel pump

15 25-326-03-S Connector, 90 degree EXHAUST

16 25-155-02-S Connector, straight

17 I2-353-B1-S Line, fuel 1-1/4" KEY PART

18 12-123-1B-S Line, metal fuel NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

lg M-54501B-S Screw, hex. flange

20 12-154-B1oS Cl_p 1 25-072-84-S Stud, M8xl.25x33(2)

21 41-353-18oS Line, fuel 2-5/8" 2 12-041-03-S Gasket, exhaust manifold

22 47-154-01oS Clip cable 3 12-128-11-S Bracket muffler

4 12-445-0B-S Strap, lifting

5 M-645025-S Screw, hex, flange

M6xl.0x25 (2)

12 522 49 Short Block

12-755-93-S Gasket Set

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UPAND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

1_ erate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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