Craftsman 917272054 lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272054

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers toyourquestions

about thisproduct,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.conVcraftsman

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 Ordedng ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

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

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

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

service is available buta trip charge will apply.This warranty appliesonly while this

productis in the United States.

ThisWarranty does notcover:

• Expendable items which become wom dudng normal use, suchas blades, spark

plugs,air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thoms, stumps, or glass.

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

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

objectsthat bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

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

elactdcal 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

dehds, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscon-

tained 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. A productis "used for

commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellingsor in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will nothold a charge, Sears will replace the batteryat no charge. Warranty

service is available free of charge by retuming your Craftsman dding equipment to

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

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

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 rightswhich

may vary from state tostate.

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

IMPORTANT: This cuttingmachine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwingobjects. Failure to observe the followingsafety instructionscould result in

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Onl_ allow responsibleadults, who are

famdiar with the instructions,to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as

reeks, toys,wire, etc., whichcould be

picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

ifanyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always lookdown

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

directionand 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 notmowing.

• 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

i/aearaand above, are involved in a

rge percentage of dding mower-

related in udes. These et:!eratora

should eva uate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

• Keep machinefree ofgrass, leavesor

other debris build-upwhich can touch

hotexhaust / engine partsand bum. Do

notallow the mower deck to plow leaves

or otherdebds which can cause build-

up to occur.Clean any oil or fuel

spilla_e before operating or storingthe

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage. 3

I1.SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe injuryor death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannotbeck 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

tirebs,etc.

Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overture the

machine. Ta/I grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will nothave 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 stabilityof the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stoppingon 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 notmow near drepoffs, 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 yourfoot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III.CHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscanoccuriftheoperator

isnotalerttothepresenceofchildren.

Childrenareoftenattractedtothe

machineandthemowingactivity.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 falloff

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handlinggasoline

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 smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especiaUyblade

attachment halts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free ofgrass, leaves, or

other debds build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodng.

• Stop and inspectthe equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components ore subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving partsor

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check componentsand replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicingthem.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

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• 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 reow irl reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carrychildren. They may fall off

and be sedously injuredor 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 willnot have to stopor shift

while on the stope.

• Avoid startingor 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 Races-

sery, and then, turn slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill,if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTION!I! BECOMEALERTI!! 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 itcannot contact spark

plug.

_ CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

CAUTION: Towonlythe attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specificationsof the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose tractionwith

the ground and cause you to lose control

ofyour tractor.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents,and certain vehicle

COmponentscontain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_WARNING: Batteryposts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductiveharm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

3ASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

_,NDTYPE: REGULAR

31LTYPE ShE 10W30 (ABOVE

32°F)

'API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

DILCAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

:GAP:.040")

3ROUND SPEED FORWARD:

'MPH): 1sT 1.2

2N° 1.5

3RD 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 15 AMPS@3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please reed and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is avaUab_eon this

product. Contactyour nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule In maintain-

ing, Cadng for and using your tractor.

Follow the instructionsunder =Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_I,WARNING: Thistractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-cevered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark an'ester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark an'ester 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 similarlaws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS sectionof

this manual).

Steering

WheelInsert

I_(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

Steering

ooo,

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

__%.._,(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

Slope Sheet

For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

Video Cassette

Yournew tractor has been assemb|ed at the factory with exceptionof those partslel

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

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

correct toolsas necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette be

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 pointof

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steedng

wheel),

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and partscartons 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

ATTACHSTEERINGWHEEL

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 bex bolt and _ocknut.

Tighten securely.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slotsin dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3, Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steedng wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 Ioc

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and lighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into cel

of steedng wheel.

8. Remove protective matedals from

tractor hood and gdll.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove

staples in skid that may puncturetires

where tractor isto rolloff skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raisedposition end

open batterybox door.

NOTE: If this batteryisput intoservice

after month and year indicated on lab,

(label located between terminals) cha

batteryfor minimum of one hour at 6-1

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenanc(

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Door

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tighteningadjustment

knob,

1. Remove adjustment knob end fiat

washer secudng seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing, Remove the

cardboard packing and discard,

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towardsroar of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward end

assemble adjustment knob and fiat

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 ell the way down.

8. Get off seat withoutmoving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely,

Seat

Bolt

Flat Washer

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral {N)

position,

4. Roll tractorforward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

,_WARNING: Beforestarting, read,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractoris in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front oftractor isclear

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 elutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shiftlever in neulfal (N)

position.

5, Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle controlto idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/broke pedal intofull

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1stgear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowlydrive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake tostop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

updght 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 intohole 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

Plate

Shield

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Yourmower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcber blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovedn-

fiated at the factory for shippingpur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tirepressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cuttingresults, mower housing

should be propedy leveled, See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade ddve

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section ofthis manual. Vedfy that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor,check tosee thatthe brake is

propody 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 THATYOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND

SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT,

PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

4" Battery is propedy prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortablyand

tightened securely.

,/All tires are propedy inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

ovednfiatnd at the factory).

•/ Be sure mower deck is propody

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

bestcutting results. (Tires must be

propedy inflated for leveling).

,/Check mower and ddve belts, Be sure

they are muted propody around

pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are stillsecure and wires are propedy

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAYEXTRA A]-FENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

v' 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 brakesystem is in safe

operating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

A =`

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OILPRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

r_'_ R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREEWHEEL

(Automate Models only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourselfwith the locationsof

variouscontrolsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment IgnitionSwitch

Clutch

Ammeter ..... - ..

Throffie/Choke

Control

Light Switch

Lift

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Height

Adjustment

Parking Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

Our tractorsconformto 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 oUsed 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 forstarting

and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Usedto

release attachment llftlever when

changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH -Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

THROTTLEICHOKE CONTROL- Used

for starting and controllingengine speed.

The operationof any tractor can resultin foreign objects thrown into

the eyes, which can resultin severe eye damage. Alwayswear safety

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide visionsafety mask

over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractoris equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat withoutfirst setting the

parking brake will shut offthe engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" posiUonand release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractorsecure.

AttachmentClutchLever

+Engaged"Position

Throttle/

Choke

"Disengaged"

Clutch/

Brake,

Brake

Lever

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,meve attach-

ment clutchlever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground ddve, 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 movethrottle controlto

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stoppingmay cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" pesiUon and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthodzed

use,

• Never use choke tostop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignitionswitch

in any positionother than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditionswhen

tractor is standing idlewith the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. Toeliminate

this possibility,always stop engine when

_Ocppingtractor on grass areas.

AUTION: Alwaysstop 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 then 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

controlledby 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 tractorto a complete

stop before shiftingor changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the usefullife

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The positionof the attachment liftlever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp liftlever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heightsare

measured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These

heightsare approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions,height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

dudng hot months. For healthier and

better lookinglawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cuttingperformance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice, Make the first cut

relativelyhigh; the second to desired

height,

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are propedy adjusted

when they are slightlyoff the ground

when mower isat the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

positionto 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 _TOADJUST 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 slightlyoff the

ground. Install gauge wheel in

appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/

8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment

hole.

Gauge

Wheel

3/8-16-

Locknut

Shoulder

3/8 _/_Bolt

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

clutchengaged willshut 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.

_I_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

withouteither the entiregrass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment

ClutchLever Attachemnt

=Engaged" High

Position , Position

Low

Position

Deflector

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION: Do not drive upor down

hillswith slopes greater than 15" and do

notdrive across any slope,

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changingspeed on

hills,

• If slowing isnecessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutelynecessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quicklyto

brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1stgear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightlyas you restartmovement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all tums slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment liftto highest position

with attachment liftcontrol.

• When pushing or towing yourtractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not pushor tow tractorat more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hoodfrom damage

when transportingyour tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood isclosed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tyinghood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow onlythe attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specificationsof the manufacturer of your

tractor.Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose tractionwith the

ground and cause you to lose controlof

your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory,already filled

with summer weight oil.

f. Check engine oilwith tractoron level

ground.

2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick;wipe oil off, Reinsert the

dipstick intothe 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 dipstickis reached.

Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operationyou should

change oilfur 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.

Oil Fill Cap/

Dtpsteck

ADD GASOLINE

• Fillfuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

depositsand reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantitiesthat can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operatingin

AOAWARNING: Experience indicatesthat

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation ofacids dudng storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine

and letit run untilthe fuel lines and

carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next

season. See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

_k or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fillto bottomofgas tank

filler neck. Donot overfill. Wipe offany

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spillor use

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

Whenstarlingtheeagine furthefirst time orif

theenginehasrunoutoffuel, itwiqtakeextra

crenklegitma tomovefuel from thetanktothe

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 clutchto =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Beforestarting,readthe warm and

coldsta_ng prcoedumsbelow.

5. Insert key intoignition and tum key

clockwise to =START" positionand

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuouslyfor

morethan fifteen seconds per minute. If

the engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttlecontroltofast

position,wait a few minutesand try

again. If engine stilldoes not start,

move the throttlecontrolback to the

choke positionand retry.

WARMWEATHER STARTING(50° F and

above)

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, 6. When engine starts, move the throttle

clean winter grade gasoline to help control to the fast position.

insure goad cold weather starting. • The attachments and groundddve 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 descdbed above.

COLD WEATHERSTARTING( 50° F and

below)

6. When engine starts, allow engine to

runwith the throttlecontrol in the

choke positionuntil the engine runs

roughly,then move throttle control to

fast position. This may require an

engine warm-up pedod from several

seconds to several minutes, depend-

ing on the temperature.

• The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up pedod.

NOTE: Ifat a highaltitude(above3000 _et)

orin coldtemperatures(below 32 F)the

carburetorfuelmixturemay needtobe

a_usted for best enginepe_ormance. See

"To ADJUST CARBURETOR"in _ Service

and Ac_usf_lentssectionof this manual.

MOWlNGTIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See _TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for 'ramming.

• Ddve so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the dght ofthe tractor.

Thiswill result in a more even distribu-

tionof clippingsand more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turningto the dght so that clippingswill

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• Ifgrass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possiblefire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively high;

the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it iswet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable dumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing toassure 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 qualityof cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWINGTIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housingfree of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulchingblade will recut

the grass clippingsmany 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 nutrientsfor the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best racutting actionof the

blades.

• Avoid cuttingyour lawn when it iswet.

Wet grass tends to formclumps and

interfereswith the mulchingaction.

The best time to mow yourlawn is the

eady aftemoon. At this time the grass

has dded and the newly cut area will

not be exposed tothe directsun.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cuttingheight so that the mower cuts

off onlythe top one-thirdof the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly,

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditionsmay require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpen-

dicular tothe first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow northto southone week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on thistractordoes net cover

itemsthat have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receivefull value

from the warranty,operatormust maintain

tractor as insb'uctedin _is manual.

Soma adjustmentswill need to be made

pedodleally to properlymaintain your

tractor.

All adjustmentsin the Serviceand

Adjustmentssecitonof this manual should

he checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replacethe

spark plug,clean or replace air filter,and

check blades and beltsforwear. A new

spark plug and clean air filterassure

proper air-fuelmixture and help your

engine mn 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

intedock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

Zerk Zerk

_Front Wheel

Bearing Bearing Zerk

Zerk

_)SAE 30 or 10w30MOTOR OIL

(_GENERALPURPOSEGREASE

_REFER TO Maintenance"ENGINE"SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot

pointswhich have special nylon bearings.

Viscous lubdcantswill attract dust and dirt

that will shorten the life of the self-lubricat-

ing bearings. Ifyou feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractorrequires more than six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in

highestgear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" inthe

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

fiat 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 intedock

systems are workingpropedy. If your

tractor does notfunction as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should notstart 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 dutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut offthe engine.

• The attachment clutchshould never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

keptsharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest positionto

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and fiat

washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailingedge 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 fiat washer in exact order as

shown.

5. Tighten boltsecurely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade boltis grade 8 heat

treated.

Star

Center

Flat Washer

Mandrel

Assembly

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*AGrade8 heatb'eatedboltcanbe identified

bysix lineson the bolthead.

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 gdndingwheel. 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 instructionssupplied

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

portionof 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 untilthe blade is

balanced.

CenterHole._

5/8"Bo_

or Pin _ _"_'_._

BATTEF Y _ _Blade

Your tractorhas a batterycharging system

whioh is sufficientfor normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery boltstight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The odginal equipment battery on

your tractor ismaintenance free. Donot

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

terminalscan cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Open batterybox door.

2, Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

batteryfromtractor.

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 petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See =REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for detedoration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

ifnecessary. The beltsare notadjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slipfrom

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-upof dirt

and chaff which can restrictcooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high qualitydetergent oil rated

with API service classificationSF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oilchange. All oil must meet API

service classificationSF-SJ.

• Be sure tractoris on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oll fillcap/dipstick. Be careful

notto 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 ff_edrainvalve.

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning dockwise untilthe

[)in is in the locked positionas shown.

6, Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto tothe end of the drain

valve.

7. Refillengine 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/dipstickfor

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 DrainValve

Closed _ Tube

and

Locked

posi'don

_P_T_ PJ_ GE_ATEO _?_ NEXTOL _GE

Change the oilafter 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 ofoperation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be keptfree of dirtand

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirtand

stubborn dded gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, coolingfins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

19dean at all times.

Every 100 beurs of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

coolingshrouds. 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

coolingfins, 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 cartddge.

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 cartridga.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartddge.

8. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut,

cover and tighten knob securely.

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AirCleaner___._ _._g Nut

Cover ( _ _,______r_Rubber

Foam_ _ _ Grommet

Pre- _ - ,-r_\ /

Cleaner Air Cleaner

er_ "_._pA_pCer Cartridge

A" Air Cleaner

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler

and spark an'ester (if equipped) as it

could create a fire hazard and/or

damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oilchange if the tractoris

used more than 100 hours in one year.

1. Drain oil from engine crankcase (See

=TOCHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this

section of this manual, throughstep

remove drain plug).

2. Remove oil filterand 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 filteron filter

adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until

rubber gasket contacts the filter

adapter, _hentighten filter an addi-

tional 1/2 turn.

5. Fillcrankcase with new oil (See "TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL"in thissection

of this manual). For approximate

capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA-

TIONS" section of this manual.

6. Start the engine and check for oil

leaks. Correctany leaks before

placing engine into full operation.

OilFilter

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. Iffuel fifier becomes

clogged, obstructingfuel flew to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in positionin fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3, Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

FC__ Clamp

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels

free of all gasoline, oil, etc,

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractorunless the

electdcal system, muffler, air filterand

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can resultin a short-

ened engine life.

_(_ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE ORADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fullyand set parking brake.

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

3. Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignitionkey "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

dght side oftractor.

1. Place attachment clutchin =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment liftlever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutchspdng off pulley belt.

5. Remove large retainer spdng, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of brackeL

6. Disconnect anti-awaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spdng.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer spdngs.

8. Disconnect front links fromdeck by

removing retainer spdngs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

SmallRetainerSpring

IMPORTANT: Ifan attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor,remove the front links and hook

the clutch spdng Into square hole in

frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment liftlever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractorwith

discharge guard to dght side of tractor.

3. Lower liftlever to its lowest position.

4. Install mower in reverse erder of

removal instructions.

Hole

Clutch Sprin

Anti-Swa

(Both Sides)

Housing Guide

Larg

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are pmpedy inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectionof this

manual). Iftires are over or

undednflatad, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position,

• At the midpointof 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.

• Ifadjustment is necessary, make

adjustmenton one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

linkadjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

linkadjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

BottomEdgeof BottomEdgeof

Mowerto Ground Mowerto Ground

\ /

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 linksare

equal in length.

• If linksare not equal in length,adjust

one link to same lengthas other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut"E"

on both front linksan equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tightennuts=F"

against trunnion an both front links.

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

from trunnionon bothfront links.

Tighten nut=E"on beth front linksan

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rearl tightennut "F" against

trunnionon both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

=o ° o Ma drel

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL

IN LENGTH

Suspension

.ink

Jstrnent

lut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side.If the following front-to-backadjust-

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front linksequally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cuttingresults, 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.

Nut "F_NUt "E"

Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive bolt may be

replaced withouttools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parkingbrake,

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

2. Work bolt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull bolt 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 bolt guides.

6. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system whichis mounted on

the rightside of the transaxle.

If tractorrequires more than six (6) feet

stopping distanceat 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

red.

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

jam nutand tum nut "A" untildistance

becomes 1-1/2". Retightee jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stoppingdistance isstill

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"

Jam Nut

A_rn

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installationguide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this sectionof this

manual.)

2. Remove bolt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Pull belt slack toward rear of trsctor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting bolt keepers,

4. Pull belt toward front of tractorand

remove downwards from around

engine pulley.

5. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine___

Pulley

Clutching------"-

Idler

Stationary-"

Idler

Transaxle_ '_

Pulley _ _ ._

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shiftlever 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 tractorrear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosenadjustment bolt in front of the

dght rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

hodzontal (left to dght) when wheels are

positionedstraight forward, remove

steedng wheel and reassemble per

instructionsin the Assembly section of

this manual,

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustableon 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.

Insertsquare key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

deg securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover,

NOTE: To seal tire puncturesand prevent

fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may he purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tiredry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining_

Ring

Axle

SquareKey _

{Rear WheelOnly)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

,_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

battedes. Always wear eye protection

when around battades.

If yourbatteryis too weak to start the

engine, it should he recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting,follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractorisequipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also he a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor batteryto start other vehicles.

TO ATTACHJUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect each and 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 battedes.

positive Terminal Negative Terminal Hex

Nut Bolt

Battery

PositiveTerminal

Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact bothterminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings,etc.

Positiveterminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door,

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable end carefully

remove batteryfrom tractor.

3. Install new batterywith terminals in

same positionas old battery.

4. First connectRED batterysable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown.Tighten securely.

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex boltand keps nut. Tighten

securely.

6. Close battery box door.

Batter

Door

(Red) Cable Negative (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the gdll.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back intothe hole in

the backside of the gdlL

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Looseor damaged widag may cause your

lractortorun poorly,stop running,or

preventitfrom sta_ng.

• Check wiring. See electdcal widng

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-infuse. The fuse holder islocated

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front oftractor. Grasp hood

at sides, tilttoward engine and liftoff

oftractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual.Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer'seawice outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttlecontrol has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

fotiows:

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 if hole in throttle lever

and hole in speed control bracket are

aligned.

3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable

clamp screw and alignthe holes by

inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drillbit

through both holes.

4. Pull throttlecable up to remove slack

and tighten cable clamp screw.

Remove alignment pencil or drillbit,

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

in (dockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel tothe engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture.Turning the adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

offuel to the engine givinga richer fuel/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and seats in carburetor may result if

turned in tootight.

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjustingneedle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limitsallowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limitercap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

1. Be sureyouhavea dean airfilterandthe

throttlecontrolcable isadjustedproperly

(see above).

2. Startengtheand allewto warmfor five

minutes.Make acrjuslmentswithengine

runningand sh_lten conb'o_leverIn

neutral(N) position.

3. Idlesl_d ssttina -"W_ththrotaecontrol

leverin stow posilien,enginesbeuididle

at 1750 RPM. Ifengineidlestooslowor

fust, tam idlespeedadjustingscrewinor

outunf_lcorrectidleisattained.

4. Idlefuel needlesettina-WiththmttJe

ccoifd lever inslowpesilion, turnidlefuel

acjustmentneedleIn (clockwise)until

enginebeginsto d'=eandthenturnout

(counterclockwise) untilengineruns

rough. Turnneedleto a pointmidway

betweenthose twopesi_ons.

5. Recheckidlespeed. Readjustif neces-

sary.

ACCELERATIONTEST -

6. Movethrottlecontrolleverfrom slowto

fastpeail_. Ifenginehesitatesor dies,

turnidlefuelaclustingneedleout

(counterdGd_dse)1/8turn.Repeattest

and continueto adjust,ifnecessary,un_l

engineaccelerates smoothly.

Highspeed stopis 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 youthinkthe

engine-govemed high speed needs

adjusting,contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Cable

Clamp -_

Screw

Speed Control

IdleSpeed

Adjustin_

Screw

IdleFuel

Needle

Immediatelyprepareyourtractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be usedfor 30 days or

ore.

_,CAUTION: Never store the tractorwith

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

stodng in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean itthoroughly,

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 instructionsin

the Service and Adjustmentssection

of this manual).

3. Lubdcete 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 lightlybefore painting.

BA'rrERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a pedod of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosionand power

leakage dudng 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 isremoved from tractorfor

storage, do not store batterydirectly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: Itis importantto prevent

gum depositesfrom forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor,fuel

hose, or tank dudng storage. Also,

expedance indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasobol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids dudng storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of and engine

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run untilthe

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetorcleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizingthe formation of

fuel gum deposits dudng storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Alwaysfollow the mix

ratio found on stabilizercontainer. Run

engine at least 10 minutesafter adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if usingfuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce ofoil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignitionkey to "START" position

for a few secondsto distributeoil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

startsto rust. Rust and/or dirt inyour

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible,store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protectionfrom dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover thatdoes not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sationto form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractorwhile

engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Englnewlllnot

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

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 airfilter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuelfilter.

5. Stale or dirtyfuel.

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 solenoidor starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch[es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faultysolenoid 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, Claan/replece air filter.

6, Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refilltank with

fresh gasoline and replaca

fuel filter.

8. Check all widng,

9. See =ToAdjust 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.

6. Check all widng.

7. See =ToAdjust 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 widng.

7, Check/replace ignition

switch,

B. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

_). 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

PROBLEM CAUSE

Loss of power 1. Cuttingtoo much grass/too

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run

when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil,

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirtyfuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11.Dirty engine air scraen/fins.

12.Dirty/clogged muffler.

! 13.Loose or damaged widng.

14. Carburetorout 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 controlsystem.

1. Wom, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildupof 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 throttlecontml.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/raplace 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 refillwith

fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor,refilltankwith fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air scraen/fms.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all widng.

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 CAUSE CORRECTION

Mowerbladeswlll 1. Obstruction in clutch 1, Remove obstruction,

1orrotate mechanism.

2, Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower dave belt.

drive belt.

3, Frozen idler pulley, 3. Replace idler pulley.

4, Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow,

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

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. Buildupof grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades impropedy installed,

10.Improper blades used.

11.Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildupof grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Switch is"OFF".

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

out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged widng.

Battery will not 1.

¢harge 2,

Engine "backfires" 1.

whenturning

engine"OFF"

Blown fuse.

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections.

1. Place throttlecontrol in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5, Check tiresfor 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. Turnswitch"ON".

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

3. Check/replece light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec-

tions.

5, Replace fuse,

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator,Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

Engine throttlecontrol not 1. Move throttlecontrolto

set at "SLOW" position "SLOW" positionand allow

for 30 seconds before to idle for 30 secondsbefon

stopping engine, stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

T_C_R- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

RBD

AMM_ER

(O_)

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RELAY

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULA_D CUPS

NOT_ IF WIRING INSUreD CLIPS WERE RE_VED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, _EY SHOULD BE REP_CED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING,

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

ELECTRICAL

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

ELECTRICAL

KEY pART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd ll4-2Ounc x 3/4

8 156417 Case Battery

16 161343 Switch, interlOCk

21 166162 Harness Asm tJght WI4152j

22 4152J Bulb Ught #1156

24 4799J CabLeBattery 6 Ga 11" red

25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w116wire red

26 175158 FUSe

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 114-20 Uric

28 4207J Cabte Ground 6 Ga 12" black

29 160784 Switch Plunger Normal Op Olive

30 175566 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Ign

40 178439 Harr_ss Ign

41 71110408 Bolt BLk.Fin Hex 114-20 Unc x 1/2

42 131563 CoverTermlr_lRed

43 178861 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp

52 141940 Protection W_reLoop

81 109748X RelayAsm

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

1 inch = 25A mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

58 12

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272054

CHASSISANDENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

2 176554 Drav/oar

3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 314

5 155272 BumperHoodOash

9 168337X013 Dash

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

11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH.

12 145660 ClipTinnerman G611eP/L

13 172107X616 Panel, Dash, R.H.

14 17490608 Screw Thdro1318-16 x 1/2

17 1449_3X558 Hood Assembly

18 126938X BumperHood

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

26 BTD541437 Nut

28 156725X558 Gdlle/Lens Asm

29 155217X599 Lens, Grille

30 175692X558 Fend/F/rest

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support

37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 112

38 175710 pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear

51 73800400 Nut Lockw/Insert 1/4-20 UNC

5_ 19091416 Washer 9/32 x718 x 16 Ga.

53 145201 Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

54 161464 screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

55 145202 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH

57 STD522507 Bolt, Fin Flex 1/4-20 UNC x .75

58 150127 Duot Air Engine

60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd SqpJ_3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

64 154798 Dash Lower STLT

74 STD541437 NotCrownlock 318Q16UNC

114 158112 Keeper Bet/Rear Lh St1P930

1t5 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-114

142 165867 PLateReinforcement STLT

143 154966 BraCket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis!Hood

159 158123)(428 Cupholder _tlt Black

211 145212 Nut Hex FlangeLOck

206 170165 BoltShoulder 5/16-18TT

207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tytt

2(_ 17670668 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 112

212 165919 Insert Lens Reflective

- - 547gj Plug, Button

NOTE: _JIcomponent dimensions given In U.S. inches

1 Jr_ch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

GROUNDDRIVE

156

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TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY pART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

Peedess 266-545C 64

146682 Spdng, Relum, Brake 65

123666X pulley, Transakie 66

12900028 Ring,Retainer 76

121520)( Strap,Torque 74

17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 314 75

165866 Rod Shifter Fendar STLT 76

STD561210 Pin, Cotter 77

105701X Washer, Shift Rate 78

74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF WIPutch Gr. 8 79

I0040/8XJ Washer Lock I-IvyHelical 80

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

STD523716 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x I Gr. 5 82

STD541437 Nut 83

166933X KnC_ 84

130804 Rod, Brake 85

STD541237 Nut 89

106888X Spring, Brake Rod 90

STD551037 Washer 96

STD561210 Pin 112

175765 Rod, Parking Brake 113

71673 Cap, Parking Brake 116

169992 BraCket, Transaxle 120

BTD523107 Bolt 145

175578 Sheil Assembly, Foot Pedal 150

120183X Beadng, Nyloil 191

STD551062 Washer 156

STD571810 ROllPin 158

165936 Pulley, Composite, Rat 159

S]D62373O Bolt 161

175461 Spacer, Split .395 x .59 162

175596 Keeper, Belt, Idler 163

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

127763 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 169

154497 Bellcrank Clutch Grad Dry Stl 169

123205X RetaLner,Belt 166

STD923715 Bolt 169

STO541437 Nut Crown Lock3/6-16 UNC 176

STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC 197

105710X Link, Clutch 196

165709X Spltng, Clutch Return 202

17C60616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1 212

130801 V-Belt, GroUnd Dltve

169691 Keeper, Belt,Center Span

17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

8883R Cover, Pedal

175410 Pulley, Engine

71170764 Bolt, Hex 7116-20 x 4 Grade 5

STD551143 Washer

154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool Proof

134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt,RIll.

137657 Spacer, Axle

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

STD581075 E-Ring

123583X Key, Square 2.0 x .1645/1865

121748X Washer 29/32 x 1-5/6 x 16 Ga

STD585O25 Key Woodruff

145090 Arm, Shift

165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 656 26

165711 Spdng,Torsion

19171216 Washer 17/32 x 5/4 x 16 Ga.

166231 LinkTransaxie

150366 Nut, Nyloek

198391)(428 Console, ShLft,STLT

124346X Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4

STD6_4003 Retainer Spdng1"

19091216 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ca.

127265X Strap TorqLe 90 Degrees

72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1

73900600 Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc

74490540 Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

175456 Spacer retainer

19133219 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga,

166002 Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1,125

165589 Bracket Shift Mount

165494 Hub Tapered Flange Sh_ Lt

72140406 Bolt Rdnd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3!4 Gr.9

73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-26 U nc

74760416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20Unc x 1 Gr 5

19091010 Washer 5/6 x ,261 x 10 Ga

165623 Bracket Pivot Lever

166880 Screw g116-18 x 5i6

165462 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

165560 Plate Fastening Lt

1738_8 Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear

169613 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8 ID

169593 Washer Nyliner 7/8 ID x .105 Hd

72116614 Bolt Cart. SH 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

145212 Nut Hex Flange LOCk

NOTE: All component dimensions gWei3LnU. S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

STEERINGASSEMBLY

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

STEERINGASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 Sleeting Wheel

2 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL

3 169840 Sl_ndle Assembly, LH.

4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

5 6265H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

7 19272916 Washer 27/32 x %1/4 x 19 Gauge

8 12000029 Ring, Ktip

9 3365R Bearing,Steer;ng Column

10 175121 Draglink

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

13 136519 Spacer Beadng Axle Front

15 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

17 177876 Shaft Assembly, Steering

26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag

28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

29 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

30 STD651210 Pin Cotter

32 130465 Rod, Tie

36 155099 Bushiug, Steering

37 15_927 Screw

38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel

39 19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

40 STD541537 Nut Lock Center 318-24 Unf

41 I00711L Adaptor, Steering Wheal

42 145054X428 Boot, Steertug Shaft

43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-t/4 x 16 Gauge

44 153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

47 6555M Fitting, Grease

51 $10541431 NutLockHexw/Ins. 5/16-18UNC

54 74790520 Bo_tFin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

63 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/9-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5

65 160367 Spacer Brace ASEe

67 72140618 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

65 165827 Axle1Brace

71 175146 Steerlug ASm,

169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

85 133835 Fastener ChristrnasTree

65 175118 Bog Shoulder 7/16-20

91 175553 Clip Steedng

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

1 inch = 25.4 rnm

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272054

ENGINE

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170548 Control, Throffie

2 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread

Cu6ing 1/4-20 x 518

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

KohlerModelCV 16,5-43530

159420 Muffler

12_41-03 Gasket

148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

STD551237 Washer

169837 Shield BrrVDbrGuard

137180 Arrestor, Spark

109202)( Tank, Fuel

158990 Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented

123487X Clarhe, Hc6e

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

37 137040 Line, Fuel

38 148315 Plug Drain Oil EaSy

44 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head,

Thd., Roll. 1/4-20 x 314

45 17000612 Screw Hxv_h Thdr 3/8-15 x 3/4

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

77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ca,

80 74760508 BO6Hex Hd 5/16-16 Uric x 112

81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Uric;

101 M73030800 Nut Flange M8-1.25 Non=LkZinc

105 17120616 Screw3/8-16 x 1

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

t inch = 26.4 mm

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272054

SEATASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 140123 Seat

2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

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

4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X t0 Ga

5 1450_6 Clip Push In Hinged

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

7 124181X Spdng Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1

9 19131614 Washer 13132 X 1 X 14 Ga

19 174894 Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

11 166369 Knob Seat Adj WIngnot

12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing Snap SIk Nyl 50 Id

14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

15 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

16 121250X Spdng Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge FigGr 5 Zinc

21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

22 S]D541431 Nut Hex Lockw/Ins 5/18-18

24 19171912 Washer 17/32 X t-3/t8 X12Ga.

25 127018X Bolt Sheulder 5116-18 X 62

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

1 inch _ 25,4 mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

DECALS

13 6 3 11

13 10

\ 2o

KEY PART

NO, NO.

t 156368

2 171762

3 171698

4 171699

5 138047

6 133644

7 177368

8 172331

5 163204

t0 156439

DESCRIPTION

Decat, Oper. Instr.

Decal, Replacernerd

Decal, Hood, R.H.

Decal, Hood, LH.

Decal, Battery

Decal, Customer Mafntenance

Decal, HP Engine

Decal Mower Srs

Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Fender Danger

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

11 177325 Decar, Hood Side

12 146046 Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic

13 177336 Decat, Dash Paner

14 160396 DecaJ, V-Belt Schematic

20 149516 Decal Battery DngdPsn Eng

- - 138311 Decal, Lift Handle

- - 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT

o- 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT

- - 178457 Owner's Manual, Englich

- = 178458 Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS &TIRES

5,8

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 591_ Cap Value Tire

2 65139 StemVa_ue

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

4 99904 Tube IrmerFront#35960

5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6"fTontWhite Service

6 278H Fitting Grease

7 9040H Bealtng Flange

9 106108X427 RimAsm 5"rear White Set/ice

g 122062X Tire R Ts 20 X 10-8 Service

10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Sewice

11 104757)(428 Cap Axle BIk t 50 X 1 00

144334 Seatant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

NOTE; Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

LIFTASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY pART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Washar i_sm Inner SpringW/ 13 STD624008 RetainerSpring

Plunger 15 173288 LinkFront

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Ufl 16 73350800 NutJam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

3 105767X Pin Groove 17 130171 TrunnionBIk Zinc

4 12000_T2 ERing#5133-62 18 73800800 Nut LOCkw/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 19 139888 ArrnSuspension Mower

6 120183X BearingNylong 20 163552 Retainer Spring

7 125631X Gdp Handle FlUted 31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift

8 122365)( BuftonPlunger Read 32 73540600 Nutcrownlock 3/8-24

1t 139865 Link Asm Lift LH.

12 139866 LinkAsm Lift R,H. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 rnm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

MOWERDECK

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272054

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165892 Mower Deck/_ssembly, 42" 68 144959 V-Belt

2 STD693107 Bolt g2 STD541437 Nut

3 138017 Bracket/Lssembly,Sway Bar, t01 136420 Mulcher Cover

FrGnt t02 71081010 Screw

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 103 19061216 Washer #10

5 STD624_8 RatolnerSpring 104 STD551110 Washer, LoCk

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 105 160793 Latch Assernbly_Bagger

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/g-24 x 1.25 Gr. 9 106 2029J Nut, Weld

g STD551137 Washer, Lock 111 155197 Bracket Gauge Wheol Lh

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 112 155198 Bracket Gange Wheol Rh

11 134149 Blade,Mulchteg 113 17G60514 Screw 5/16-18 Unc

13 137645 Shatt Assembly, Mandrel, 114 73510500 Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc

Vented 115 72110504 BUd C_rr 5/16*Unc x 1/2

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel,Vented 116 4898H Bog Shoutder

15 110485X Beadr_g,Bail, Mandrel 117 165746 Wheel Gauge Std

15 174493 Sb'ipper, Ventad Mower Deck 118 73930600 Nut Centadock 3/5-16 Uac

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/lg-18 x 5/5 119 19121414 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 4 Ga

19 132827 Bolt,Shoulder 121 143723 Btackat Extruded Gauge Wheel

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 129 19131312 Washer 13132 x 13/16 x 12Ca.

21 STD541431 NutCrownteckg/16-18UNC 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/6-15 UNC x t Gr. 5

22 134753 S6ffener Bracket 131 STD53371B Bolt, Rdnd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC xl

23 131267 Bracket, DefleCtor 142 165890 ArrnSpdngBrakeMower

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 143 157109 Bracket Arm IdJer42"

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Det]ector 144 158634 Keeper Bed42 ° Clutch Cable

26 110452)( Nut, Push 145 165888 Pulley Idler Fiat

27 130968X425 Shield, Deflector 146 171977 BoltCardage Idler

28 19111916 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 147 131335 Spdng Extension

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 148 169022 SpringRetarn Idler

30 157722 ScrewTedmlWasher Head 149 165898 Reteiner Spdng Yellow Zinc

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 150 19091216 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x I g Ca.

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrol 151 169670 Bracket Clutch

33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 152 169676 Cable Clutch 42 In

34 $TD693717 Bolt 153 169674 Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

36 131494 Pulley, Ioler, Flat 154 169675 Spdng Retainer

37 STD55t037 Washer 13/32x13/16xt6Ga. 155 169671 SpringRatentionLever

40 STD541437 NutCmwatock3/8*16UNC 156 169672 Spacer

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH. 157 169669 Rod Clatch

45 STD624003 Retainer 158 17720410 Screw Hex Tbd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-2g x 5/9 159 72140614 Bolt Rdhd Sge 3/8-16 Unc x 3/4

48 133944 Washer, Hardened - - 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

49 174284 RattarAssembly, Carn Follower Nurnbers 8-10, 13-15, 31 and 32)

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 -- 169583 Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

51 STD541410 Locknut Ceck, OrderSeperatelyMulcher

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Plata aed Gange Wheel

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Srake Components, Key Nos. 101-106

54 133943 Washer, Hardened and 111-121)

55 155046 Arm, Idler

69 165723 Spacer, Ratafner

69 141043 Guard, TUV Idler NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S inches

67 149846 Knob Custom Oval 1 Inch = 25.4 rnrn

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER206-545C

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272054

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER206-545C

KEY PART KL=Y PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPllON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079 Brake Lever

2 780086A Needle Beadng 5/8" 42 792073A Screw 114- 20 x 1-1/4"

3 770128 TransaxleCase 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"

4 776395 Countershaft 43 702075 Locknut 5 / 16 - 24

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025 Brake Pad Hetder

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066 Spacer .2625 x 1.0

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086 Brake Lever Bracket

7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690 Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)

8 702180 Shift Key 48 774691 Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long)

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth)

9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352 Spur Gear (19 teeth)

12 778309 input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth)

13 779368 Bevel Gear (13 taeth) 54 778346 Spur Gear (15 teeth)

(include. 14) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth)

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 57 778337 Spur Gear (13 teeth)

(teclude. 13) 58 778353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)

15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 59 778351 Spur Gear (21 teeth)

17 786188 Ddve Pin 60 778349 Spur Gear (24 teeth)

18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 61 778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth)

20 792077A Bali 5/16" dim 65 780189 Flat Washer .563 ID x ,062W

21 702078 Set Screw 318 - 16 x 3/8" 66 776422 Input Shaft

22 7_079 Spdng .310 OD x .625 L 67 776396 Shifter & Brake Shetl

25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 69 7_170 Retaining Ring

25A 702177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 70 786187 Spacer .890

26 7_125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 71 788069 Square Cut Ring

27 702035 Retaining Ring 71B 788092 "0" Ring

28 788040 Retaining Ring 76 780090 Flet Washer 1.128 ID x .058W

29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID x.031W 77 788079A Inverted Retaining Ring

29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 ID x.O31W 79 7_144 Spdng .430 OD x .5000 L

296 780051 ThrUStWasher .762 ID x.031W 022 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth)

29(; 780199 AetI-Rota8on Washer .632 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 IDx .032W 85 7_154 Oil Fill Plug

31 78(_01 Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W 87 788089A Oil Seal 9 116"

(Use As Needed) 150 788093A LiquidGasket RTV Silloone

31A 780195 Fiat Washer .750 ID x .062W 157 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 180 730229A Gear Oil80W90

34 780194 Bushing .563 900 794712 Replacement

35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 18" ID MST -206-545C Transaxle

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing.751

36 790075 Brake Disk NOTE: All component dimensions given inU.S. inches

37 790007 Brake pad Plate 1 inch = 25,4 mm

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

39 786029 Dowel Pin

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

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272054

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16.5,TYPENUMBER43530

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREA'I_IER I

CRANKCASI_ I

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16.5,TYPE NUMBER43530

CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY pART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

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

Kit, cylinder head Includes

2 12-755-fl%S 3-17, Gaskets 12 (In_)4 2 BlOCk, cylinder

1-01-S (Use Short BlOCk 12 52218

(Qty. 2),12-041-O2-S, & 12- 3 12-445-02-S S rap, ifUng

041-03-S) 4 M-839025-S screw, hex. flange

3 12-411-01-S Rod, pt._h (2) MSx1.25x25

4 12-041-10-S Gasket, cylinder head 5 24-3B0-13-S Dowel locating (4)

5 12-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) 6 12-755-49-S Kit, camshaft (Includes 7, 8)

12-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) 7 12-089-31-S Spdng, actuatinglA /

6 12-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) 5 12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft A.R. blue

12-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) 12-.422-09-S Shim, camshaft .R. red

7 25-139-60-S Plug, allen hal. pipe 1/8" 12-422-10-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

8 12-318-19-S Cylinder Head yellow

9 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker(2) 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) green

10 12-599-03-S Pivot, rocker arm (2) 12-422.12-S Shim, camshaft A.R.) gray

11 M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) black

M6xl.Ox34 (2) 12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft ()A.R. white

12 12-089-01-S Spdng, valve (2) 9 12-144-27-S Shaft, balance

13 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spdng (2) 10 12-874-07-S Piston w/Ring Set (Std)

14 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (2) (Includes 11, 12)

15 12-468-05-S Washer, plain 13132" 12-874-11-S Piston w/Ring Set (.08

16 12-112-13-S Spacer, head bolt exhaust 12-874-08_._ platon w/Ring Set (.25)

port 12-874-09-S piston w/Ring Set ().50

17 12-086-15-S Screw, hex. flange 11 12-018-02-S Retainer, piston pin (2)

M1OxL5x81 (5) 12 12-108-07-S Ring Set (Std.}

18 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2) 12-108-08-S Ring Set (.25)

19 12-326-03-S Hose, breather

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

M6xl.Ox20 (5) 13 12-067-05-S Conneodng Rod (Std.)

21 12_396-07-S Cover, valve w/ntpple 12-067-06-S Connecting Rod (.25)

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

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

23 12-018-01-S Retainer, breather reed

24 12-402-02-S Reed, breather 16 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm

NOT ILLUSTRATED 17 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear

12-041-01-S Gasket, carburetor (2) 18 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

12-041-03-S Gasket, exhaust manifold 19 12-755-64-S Kit, gov. cross shaft w/cUp

12-041-02-S Gasket, air filter base (includes 23)

20 X-25-102-S Washer, plain 1/4"

21 12-032-01-S Seal, governor cross shaft

22 M-631015-S Washer, plain 6 mm

23 12-154-05-S Clip, hitch pin

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven In U.S

Inches I Inch = 26.4 mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16.5,TYPENUMBER43530

IGNITION! ELECTRICALI

'_._ _

_ "___

_'0<-,, I-'

14-:0

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

I--

11_'14

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16.5,TYPE NUMBER43530

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON

1 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange 1 M-54501g-s Screw, hex. flange

M10xl.5x46 M5x0.8xl0 (5)

2 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 2 24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4"

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

4 25-086-47.S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.Ox16 4 M-550010-S Screw, hex. flange

(4) M5xO.8xlO (2)

5 12-157-06-S Fan 5 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion

6 X-42-15-S Key 6 12-027.55-S Housing,, blower

7 12-025-35-S Flywheel 7 12-063-10-S Baffle, intake side

8 12-155-09-S Connector 8 25-154-02-S Clip, mounting (3)

9 M-548025-S Screw, h_(. cap M5xO.Sx25 9 12-086-37-S Screw, captive Washer

(2) M5xg.Sx2O (3

10 12-085-09oS Stator 10 12-063-08-S Baffle, cy nder head

11 41-403-09-S Regulator, rectifier 11 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

12 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16" (2) M6x1.0x16 (2)

13 24-086-18_S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x7/ 12 12-063-19-S Baffle, cylinder

8" (2)

14 236602-S Connector AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

15 12-132-02-S Spark Plug

16 X-728-1 -S Clip, cable KEY PART

17 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

M5X0.8xl0 (2)

18 12-584-14÷S Module, Ignition 1 25-341-03-S Knob, air cleaner cover

19 12-452-02÷S Terminal 2 12-g96-24-S Cover, air cleaner

20 12-086-35-S Screw, hex. socket 3 12-083-08-S Precleaner, element

M5x0.8x2O (2) 4 12-10g-08-S Wing Nut

12-083-05-S Kg air claaner element

21 M-461013-S Screw, pan head M4.2x13 5

(2) Includes 4, 6, 7)

22 12-584-12_S Module, speed advance 6 12-743-11-S Kt, alrceanerseal

(Includes 4, 7)

NOT ILLUSTRATED 7 12-032-10-S Seal 2"

12-176_.5-S Harness, wiring 8 12-094-12-S Base, air cleaner (Inclades

12-176-44÷S Harness, wiring 9, 10)

24-518-12-S Lead, black (6" - 12 gauge- 9 12-072-05-S Stud, mounting plate

insulated grip barrel eyelet M6x1.0x66

terminals) 10 12-g86-01-S Screw, #10 HI-Lo thread

235173-S Clip, cable forming (2)

12-154-g6÷s Clip, hose (2) tl 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner

25-454-03÷S Tie

NOTILLUSTRATED

12 113 535 Decal, aircleaner

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

Inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16.5,TYPE NUMBER43530

STARTING SYSTEM I

ENGINE CONTROLS I

OIL PAN / LUBRICATION I

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16.5,TYPE NUMBER43530

STARTING SYSTEM

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PANT

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 M-639070-S Screw, hex. flange 1 12-079-07-S

MSx1.25x70 (2) 2 12-237-01-S

24_086-4.3-S

2 25.098-07-S Starter assembly (includes 3

3-8) 4 M-664020-S

3 12-755-54-8 Kit, drive end

4 12.227-18-S Cap, drive end 5 12o536-10-S

5 12.170-05-S Armature

6 "t2.22q-O1-S Kit, brush & spr_n_ 6 M-443025-S

7 12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end

8 12-211-01-S Bolt, hex. flange t/4-2gx4- 7 M-443020-S

5/8 (2)

8 12-089-11-S

12-089-23-B

Oil pAN/LUBRICATION 9

10 12-089°24-S

KEY PART 11 12-755-83-S

NO, NO. OESCRtPTION

1 12-038-01-S Dipstick assembly (InclUdes

2,31

2 25-755-13--.£ Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3)

3 12-153-g3-S O-Ring, oll fill cap

4 12-153-02-S O-R!ng, upper oil fill tube

5 12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill

6 M.645025-S Screw, bex. flange

M6x1.0x25

7 12-1 fl3-Ol -S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

8 25-162-07-S Screen, oil pickup

9 12-096-03-S Cover, oil pickup screen

10 M.545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16

1t 25-462-09-S Valve, oil pressure relief

12 12-gsg-o%S Fitter, oil

13 25-139-57-S Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

14 12-393-O1-S Pump, oil

15 12-163-G6-S O-Ring, o_ pu_np cover

16 12-096-34-S Cover, oil pump

17 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

MSx0.6x16 (3)

16 12-032-g3-s Seal, oil (RT.O. end)

Screw, hex. flan e

"_9 24-g86-16-S MSx1.25x45 (11_/

20 24-g86-17-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x'_ .25x46

21 12-199-56-S Pan assembly, oil (Incl. 11,

14-17)

12 12-100-07-B

13 52-211-04-S

14 12-090-28-S

15 25-158-g8-S

16 12-079-01-S

17 25-158-11-S

Linkage, choke

CLamp, cable

Screw, hex. flange

Screw, lobed socket

M6xl.Ox20 (2)

Control, speed assembly

(Includes 6-9)

Screw, pan head

M4xg.7x25

Screw, pan head

M4x0.Tx2_}

Spdng, choke (2)

Spring, choke return

Spring, governor

Kit, governor lever (Includes

12-14)

Nut, hex. flange 1/4-20"

Belt, t/4-20x1"

Leve_, gore.,Or

Bushing, throttle linkage

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, throttle )inkage

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16.5,TYPE NUMBER43530

FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)

2 M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0x116 (2)

3 12-853-95-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket

llnc_udes 4, 5, 6 qty 1,

2-454-03-S, 25-452-20-S)

4 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner

5 12-053-95 Carburetor assembly

(For Infolmallon only not

available separately)

Service with kits: 12-767-

_2-S, 12-757-03-S, 12-757_

33-S)

6 12-041-0t-S Gasket, carburetor (2)

7 12-265-04-S Deflector, heat

8 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2)

g 25-353-10-S Ltne, fuel 9"

10 25-050-02-S Filter, fuel in-line

ROT ILLUSTRATED

47-154-01-S Clip cable

*M-561010-S Screw,thread forming

M5X0,Sxl0

*X-22-11_S Washer, lock 1/4"

12o757-02-S Kit, float

12-757-03-S Kg. carburetorrepair

12-757-33-S Kit, sotsnoldrepair

12-454-03-S Tie cable

25-452-20-S Terminal

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 12-014-37-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2 12-139-01-S Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 25-072-04-S Stud, MSxl.25x33 (2

2 12-041-03-S Gasket, exhaus manlfod

3 12-126-11-S Bracket muffler

4 12-445-06-S Strap, IgUng

5 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange

M6XLOX25 (2)

PA-43530 Replacement Engine

12-522-18 Short Block

12-755-93-S Gasket Set

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

*Used to attach carburetor ground lead to

carburetor baffle.

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