Craftsman 917273753 lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

CRI FTSMIIN°

18.0 H P, 42" Mower

Electric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.273753

i]_ his product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

Read and follow alJ Safety

Rules and instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions about

this product, Call:

1°800°659°5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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

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

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

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

Assembly/Pre-Operation ........................ 8

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sears Service ......................... Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

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

Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in

material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will

also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During

the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your

home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your conve-

nience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur-

chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this product is within

the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to

blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.

Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

o Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, elec-

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

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

or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the

owner's manual.

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

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

chase date.

o Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.

o Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery

will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30

days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After

the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail-

able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME@.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

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

vary, from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT:This cuttingmachineis capableof amputatinghandsandfeet and throw-

ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafetyinstructionscould resultin serious

injuryor death.

_IWARNING: In order to preventac- °

cidentatstarting when settingup, trans-

porting,adjustingor makingrepairs,

alwaysdisconnectspark plugwire and

placewire where it cannot contactspark

plug.

_I_WARNING: Do notcoastdown a hill in

neutral,you may losecontrol of the tractor.

_IWARNING: Towonly the attachments

that are recommendedby and complywith o

specificationsof the manufacturerof your o

tractor.Use commonsensewhen towing.

Operateonly at the lowestpossiblespeed o

when on a slope. Tooheavyof a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. Tirescan o

losetraction with the ground and cause

you to lose controlof your tractor, o

_IWARNmNG:Engineexhaust,some of

its constituents,and certainvehicle com- °

ponentscontainor emit chemicals known

to the State of Californiato causecancer

and birth defectsor other reproductive °

harm.

_:_IWARNING:Batteryposts,terminals

and relatedaccessoriescontain lead and

leadcompounds,chemicals knownto the

Stateof Californiato cause cancerand

birth defects or other reproductiveharm.

Wash hands after handling.

L GENERAL OPERATION

o Read, understand,and followall instruc-

tions in the manualand on the machine

beforestarting.

o Only allow responsibleadults,who are

familiarwith the instructions,to operate

the machine.

o Clearthe areaof objectssuch as rocks,

toys,wire, etc., which couldbe picked

up and thrownby the blade.

o Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machineif anyone

enters the area.

o Nevercarry passengers.

o Do not mow in reverseunlessabso-

lutely necessary.Always lookdown and

behind beforeandwhile backing.

Be awareof the mowerdischargedirec-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

notoperatethe mowerwithout either

the entiregrass catcheror the guard in

place.

Slowdown beforeturning.

Neverleavea runningmachine unat-

tended. Alwaysturn off blades,set

parkingbrake, stop engine, and remove

keysbeforedismounting.

Turnoff bladeswhen not mowing.

Stopengine beforeremovinggrass

catcheror uncloggingchute.

Mowonly in daylightor good artificial

light.

Do not operatethe machinewhile under

the influenceof alcoholor drugs.

Watchfor traffic when operatingnearor

crossingroadways.

Use extra care when loadingor un-

loadingthe machineinto a traileror

truck.

Data indicatesthat operators,age 60

years and above,are involvedin a large

percentageof riding mower-relatedin-

juries. These operatorsshould evaluate

their abilityto operatethe riding mower

safelyenoughto protectthemselvesand

others from seriousinjury.

Keepmachinefree of grass, leavesor

other debrisbuild-upwhich can touch

hot exhaust/ engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

H. SLOPE OPERATmON

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back

up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do

not mow it.

DO:

o Mow up and downslopes, notacross.

o Removeobstaclessuch as rocks,tree

limbs, etc.

o Watchfor holes,ruts, or bumps. Un-

eventerrain couldoverturnthe machine.

Taft grass can hide obstacles.

o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

o Follow the manufacturer's recommend-

ations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

o Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

o Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

o Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,

or embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

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

caves In.

o Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

o Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

o Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

HI. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the ma-

chine and the mowing activity. Neveras-

sume that children will remain where you

last saw them.

o Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

o Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

o Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

o Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

o Never allow children to operate the

machine.

o Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

inV.SERVmCE

o Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not 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.

o Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

o Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

o Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

o Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

o Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

o Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine running.

o Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

o Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

o Check brake operation frequently. Ad-

just and service as required.

o Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing.Stop machineif anyone

enters the area.

o Nevercarry passengersor children

evenwith the bladesoff.

o Do not mow in reverseunlessabsom

lutely necessary.Always lookdown and

behind beforeandwhile backing.

o Nevercarry children.They mayfall off

and be seriously injuredor interferewith

safe machineoperation.

o Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea

and underthe watchfulcare of another

responsibleadult.

o Be alert and turn machineoff if children

enter the area.

o Beforeand when backing,look behind

and downfor smallchildren.

o Mow up and downslopes (15° Max), not

across.

o Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

o If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse and

back down slowly.

o Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 1.25

Capacityand Unleaded

Type: Regular

OilType SAE 30 (above32°F)

'APFSG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F

Oil Capacity: W/'Filter: 3.5 Pints

W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

(Gap: .030")

Ground Speed

(MPH):

Forward:

t st 1.2

2nd 1.5

3rd 2.4

4th 3.5

5th 4.8

6th 5.3

Reverse: 1.5

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: t0 PSI

Charging System: 3 Amps Battery

5 Amps Headlights

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

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 read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONS[B[LmES

o Read and observe the safety rules.

o Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and using your tractor.

o Follow the instructions under"Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual

_WARN[NG: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

attester meeting applicable local or state

laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia Public Resources Code). Other states

may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands. A spark attester for the

muffler is available through your nearest

Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS

section of tMs manual).

REPAmR PROTECTmON

Congratulations on making a smart pur-

chase.Your new Craftsman® product is

designed and manufactured for years of

dependable operation. But like all products,

it may require repair from time to time. That's

when having a Repair Protection Agreement

can save you money and aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement

now and protect yourself from unexpected

hassle and expense.

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

o Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.

o Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

o Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

o Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts not

covered by the agreement; also, 10%

off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.

o Fast help by phone- phone support

from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a

simple phone call is all that it takes for you

to schedule service. You can call anytime

day or night, or schedule a service ap-

pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair

specialists, who have access to over 4.5

million quality parts and accessories.

That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your

new purchase for years to come. Purchase

your Repair Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information

call 1-800-827-665&

SEARS [NSTALLATmON SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of home

appliances, garage door openers, water

heaters, and other major home items, in

the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Hex Bolt

1/4-28 x 1-1/4

Steering Wheel

Adapter

(1) Locknut 1/2-20

Seat

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Locknut 1/4-28

Steering

Extension

Steering Shaft

Boot

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Video Cassette

(2) Keys

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

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

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

as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 7/16" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in

the operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1, Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from carton.

2, Cut along dotted lines on all four pan=

els of carton, Remove end panels and

lay side panels flat,

3, Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVmNG TRACTOR

FROM SKmD

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in ex=

tension and lower shafts and install 1/4

hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

iMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut se=

curely to 10=12 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex

nut and tighten securely.

_. Ljj-/(_p -_--- insert

{:_¢_-_ 1/2 Hex Nut

It Large Flat

Washer

Steering

Wheel

Steering

Boot

Tab

Slots

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from trac=

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

iNSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolts are positioned over the

large slotted holes in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder

bolts in slots and pull seat towards rear

of tractor.

5, Pivotseat and pan forwardand as-

sembleadjustmentknoband flat

washer loosely.Do not tighten.

6, Lowerseat into operatingpositionand

sit in seat.

7, Slideseat until a comfortableposition

is reachedwhich allowsyou to press

clutch/brakepedalall the way down,

8, Get off seatwithout movingits ad-

justed position,

9, Raiseseat and tightenadjustment

knob securely,

Seat

Shoulder

Bolts

Flat Washer

Adjustment Knob

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging instruc-

tions).

Seat

Terminal

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid, Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid,

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKmD (See

Operation section for mocation and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po-

sition.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch!brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKmD (See

Operation section for mocation and

function of controms)

_WARNING: Before starting, read, un-

derstand and follow all instructions in the

Operation section of this manual. Be sure

tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure

the area in front of tractor is clear of other

people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest posi-

tion.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move gear-

shift lever to Ist gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park-

ing brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

mNSTALLMULCHER PLATE

(ff previousmy removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower.

Deflector

Shield

Mulcher

Plate

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGmNG OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional grass

catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TmRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

, Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower hous-

ing should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSmTmON

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts

in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual. Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

J CHECKLIS T

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you receive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overin-

flated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important

items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe oper-

ating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

R N H L I'-,I

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST

G G

ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE

OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE

LIGHT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD

SLOW IGNITION

PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED UNLOCKED

MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

®@@@@

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER indicatesa hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,

if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

FIRE indicatesa hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

KN OW YOU R TRACTOR

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

TRACTOR

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

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

Ammeter

Attachment

Clutch Lever

ignition Switch Light Switch

Position

Lift Lever

Plunger

Throttle/Choke

Control

-- Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Height

Adjustment

Parking Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

01946

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER- Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your tractor.

CLUTCH!BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

IGNmTmON SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LmFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

UGHT SWITCH POSmTION - Turns the

headlights on and off.

PARKmNG BRAKE LEVER _ Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL _ Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

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

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKmNG CRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator

to leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in brake position.

Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

tor secure.

Attachment CJutch Lever

"Engaged: Position

Choke ----_

ControJ

ClU/tch/

Brake"_

nition Key

,"Disengaged"

Position

Parking Brake

"Engaged"

Position

"Disengaged" -- "Brake" Lever

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

o To stop mower blades, move attachment

clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

o To stop ground drive, depress clutch!

brake pedal all the way down.

o Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

o Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control

to slow position and allowing engine to

idle before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

o Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use,

o Never use choke to stop engine.

iMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

o Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

o Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal de-

pressed and gearshift lever in neutral

(N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired po-

sition.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

iMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

o Grasp lift lever.

o Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

sured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights

are approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

o The average lawn should be cut to approxi-

mately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season

and to over 3 inches during hot months.

For healthier and better looking lawns, mow

often and after moderate growth.

o For best cutting performance, grass over

6 inches in height should be mowed

twice. Make the first cut relatively high;

the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground when

mower is at the desired cutting height in

operating position. Gauge wheels then

keep the deck in proper position to help

prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in this section of manual).

2. With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be assem-

bled so they are slightly off the ground.

Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole

with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-

16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side, installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheel

Mounting

Bracket

3/8-16

Locknut

3/8 Washer

Gauge Wheel

Shoulder

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt

by the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine. You must

remain fully and centrally positioned in the

seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equip-

ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging at-

tachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_/ICAUTmON: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place,

Clutch Lever

"Engaged'

"Disengag

Position

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HmLLS

_IWARNmNG: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

o Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

o Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

o If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

o If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

o Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

o To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch!brake pedal.

o Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

o Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

o When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

o Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWmNG CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy

of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGmNE

CHECK ENGmNE OiL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap!dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-

move and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULL:' mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

o For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See the

oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

o To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLmNE

o Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do

not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan-

tities that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

_II, CAUTmON: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

iMPORTANT: When operating in temper-

atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

CAUTmON: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separa-

tion and formation of acids during storage.

Acidic gas can damage the fuel system

of an engine while in storage. To avoid

engine problems, the fuel system should

be emptied before storage of 30 days

or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

position.

4. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

5. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to start position and release

key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

6. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

o The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and

below)

6. When engine starts, leave throttle

control in choke position until engine

warms up and begins to run roughly.

Once rough running begins, imme-

diately move the throttle control to the

fast position. Engine warm-up may

take from several seconds to several

minutes (the colder the temperature,

the longer the warm-up).

o The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance

(see "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual),

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and

below)

6, When engine starts, leave throttle

control in choke position until engine

warms up and begins to run roughly,

Once rough running begins, imme-

diately move the throttle control to the

fast position, Engine warm-up may

take from several seconds to several

minutes (the colder the temperature,

the longer the warm-up),

o The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period,

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance

(see "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual),

MOWING TIPS

o Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual,

o The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

o Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been

cut, Have the cut area to the right of

the tractor. This will result in a more

even distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting,

o When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc, After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished,

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o If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and pos-

sible fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

o Do not mow grass when it is wet.

Wet grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps, Allow grass to dry

before mowing,

o Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

o When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used,

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean after each use.

o The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into

the grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)

speed as this will provide the best recut-

ting action of the blades.

o Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried, the newly cut area will not be

exposed to direct sunlight.

For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts

off only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy grass, re-

duce your width of cut on each pass and

mow slowly.

MAX 1/3

o Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings, When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across (perpendicular) to

the first cut path.

o Change your cutting pattern from week

to week, Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn,

F,LL,, DATES

AS COMPLETE ......

REGULARSERV,OE f y< TSERV'OE DATES

Check Brake Operation _1_ t_

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems If

R Check for Loose Fasteners If I_s If

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3

C Lubrication Chart tf If

0 Check Battery Level _4

a Clean Battery and Terminals If

v'Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Belts If

Check Engine Oil Level _

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) I_$1,2

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 11_'1,2

N Clean Air Filter _1_ 2

G Clean Air Screen 1_112

I Inspect Muffler/Spark

Arrester

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) 1_,2

Clean Engine Cooling Fins If 2

Replace Spark Plug I_ If

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_'2

Replace Fuel Filter _#_

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or

in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operatinq in dirty or dustv conditions.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator

must maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

o At least once a year you should replace

the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft,-Ibs, maximum.

LUBRICATION CHART

@ S_: -- @ Spindle

Zerk Zerk

@Front Wheel ,

Bearing

Zerk

@Front Wheel

Bearing Zerk

@Engine .

(t}SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil

@General Purpose Grease

@Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

iMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the

self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they

must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-

dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATmON

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See

"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

o Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

o Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

o Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your trac-

tor does not function as described, repair

the problem immediately.

o The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

o When the engine is running, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

without first setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

o When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

o The attachment clutch should never op-

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to al-

low access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade

with trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

iMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

Lbs. torque).

iMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Mandrel As._

Trailing Blade

Edge Up Center

Lock

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-

ening 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.

o The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

o To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with

balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

o Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the

bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If

blade is balanced, it should remain in a

horizontal position. If either end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

5/8" Bolt ( Blade

Center Hole

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. Howm

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

o Keep battery and terminals clean.

o Keep battery bolts tight.

o Keep small vent holes open.

o Recharge at 6mt0 amperes for t hour.

NOTE: The odginal equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1, Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

2, Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry,

3, Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

4, Coat terminals with grease or petro_

leum jelly.

5, Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD_

JUSTMENTS section of this manual),

NOTE: Although mukiwiscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.)improve starting in

cold weather, they will result in increased

oil consumption when used above 32°F.

Check your engine oil level more frequent_

ly to avoid possible engine damage from

running low on oil,

Change the oil after every 50 hours of opm

eration or at least once a year if the tractor

is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation, Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level,

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SG_SL.

o Be sure tractor is on level surface.

o Oil will drain more freely when warm.

o Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto the

fitting,

Oil Drain Valve

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling,

V-BELTS

Check V_belts for deterioration and wear

after t00 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SGmSL,

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature,

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 40' 1

_il vice€hart1 e

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the

cap onto the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip_

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. For accurate reading,

tighten dipstick cap securely onto the

tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil

at "FULL:' line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

ENGmNEOiL FmLTER

Replacethe engineoil filter every season

or everyother oil change if the tractor is

used morethan 100 hours in one year.

AmRFILTER

Yourenginewill not run properlyusing a

dirty air filter. Replacepre-cleanerafter

every 25 hoursof operationor every

season. Service papercartridgeevery

100 hoursof operationor every season,

whicheveroccurs first.

Service air cleaner moreoften underdusty

conditions.

1. Pull up on air filter cover handleand

rotatetowardsengine.

2. Removecover.

3. Carefullyremoveair filter cartridgeand

pre-cleanerfrom base.

4. Clean basecarefully to preventdebris

from falling into carburetor.

NOTE:If verydirty or damaged,replace

cartridge.

5. Place newpre-cleanerand cartridge

firmly in base.

6. Align tabson coverwith slotsin blower

housingand replacecover.

7. Hook handleon coverand pushdown

on handleto close.

iMPORTANT: Petroleumsolvents,such

as kerosene,are not to be usedto clean

the cartridge. They may causedeterio-

rationof the cartridge. Do not oil car-

tridge. Do not use pressurizedair to clean

cartridge.

CLEAN AmRSCREEN

Air screen mustbe kept free of dirt and

chaffto preventenginedamagefrom

overheating. Cleanwith a wire brushor

compressedair to removedirt and stub-

born driedgum fibers.

ENGmNECOOLINGSYSTEM

Debris mayclog the engine'sair cool-

ing system.Removeblower housingand

cleanarea shownto preventoverheating

and enginedamage.

Air Screen

Clean out chaff and debris

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage,

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) 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,

Cartridge

iN-LiNE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-

retor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

Tabs

-Slots

_ Clamp

Clamp J k._./_/ :Z_

-"- Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

o Protect painted surfaces with auto-

motive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose or pressure washer to clean your

tractor unless the engine and transmis=

sion are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine or transmission will shorten the

useful life of your tractor. Use compressed

air or a leaf blower to remove grass,

leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

WARNING: TO AVOID SERmOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMmNG ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN=

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and

remove clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti=sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac=

tot.

iMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in frame.

Small Retainer S

Clutch Spring _

Retainer S

Anti-Sway Bar

Retainer Springs

Sides)

Bracket

Large Retainer Spring

Deflector Shield

TO iNSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-

tor shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with retainer

springs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer spring.

7. Push clutch cable housing guide into

bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on

idler pulley bolt and secure with small

retainer spring.

9. Install belt onto engine pulley.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSmNG

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or underinflated,

you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

o Raise mower to its highest position.

, At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

o If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

o To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

, To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about t/8".

, Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge Bottom edge of

FRONT-TO-BAC K ADJ U STM E NT

iMPORTANT: Deck must be level side4o

side. If the following front4o-back adjust-

merit is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side4o-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of trac-

tor. Measure distance "D" directly in front

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

, Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

* If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

* To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equat number of

turns.

, When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2"

lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links. Tighten

nut "E" on both front links an equal num-

ber of turns. The two front links must

remain equal in length.

* When distance "D" is t/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

, Recheck side4o-side adjustment.

_ Mandrel

Both Front, Unks Should beElual in Length

Arm

Lift Link N_

Adjustment

Trunnion

_B _

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRmVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re-

placed without tools. Park the tractor on

leveJ surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys

and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all bett guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in

this section of this manual).

Mandrel

Idler PuJJeys

Mandrel

PulJey

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxJe.

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or

paved surface, depress clutch/brake

pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when

you try to manually push the tractor for-

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to

be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake opeF

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A'.

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust

if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than five (5) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Replace brake pads or contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

Arm

00238

TO REPLACE MOTION DRmVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down between

transaxie belt keepers and onto the

input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine pulley.

4. Instatl belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keepers.

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Engine

Clutching

Stationary idler

Transaxle

Center

Keeper

TRANSA×LE GEAR SHmFT LEVER NEU-

TRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

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

gate) position. The adjustment is preset

at the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

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

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move

freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the neu-

tral (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.

Neutral Lock Gate

Gearshift

..... Adjustment Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERmNG WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheet and reassemble with crossbars

horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-iN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAmRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert

square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to stow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Ring

Axle

Cover

Square Key ..... -_ t

(Rear Wheel Only) v

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-

TERY

_IWARNmNG: Lead-acid batteries gen-

erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-

TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of

this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable

to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery(A-B), taking care not to short

24 against tractor chassis.

2. Connectone endof the BLACKcable

to the NEGATWE(-) terminal (C)of

fully charged battery.

3. Connectthe other end of the BLACK

cable(D) to good chassisground,

awayfrom fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVECABLES,REVERSE

ORDER-

1. BLACKcablefirst from chassisand

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cablelast from both batteries.

02614

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_WARNJNG: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminat must be connected

first to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

Positive

(Red)

Cable

TerminaJ

Cover

Negative (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull butb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

iNTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

o Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plugdn fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRmLL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood,

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-

connect the headlight wire connector.

Hood

Headlight Wire

Connector

Label

O2495 "

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems, which

are being done at the customers expense,

may be performed by any nomroad engine

repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized

engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be necm

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi_

tion. Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

2. Check that holes "A" in governor

control lever and hole in governor plate

line_up. If holes "A" are not aligned,

loosen clamp screw and move throttle

cable until holes are aligned. Tighten

clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Governor Control Lever Governor

Plate

Holes Throttle

Clamp Cable

Screw

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. 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 idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixm

ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle

valve and the seat in carburetor may result

if screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assem-

bled to the carburetor when making

carburetor adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SETTING

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow posi-

tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttle

lever against idle speed screw. Turn

idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture

valve full travel clockwise then coum

terclockwise until engine runs rough.

Turn valve to a point midway between

those two positions. Release throttle

lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

4. Move throttle control lever from slow

to fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture valve out (coum

terclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust _damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set

for proper engine speed. Overspeed-

ing the engine above the factory high

speed setting can be dangerous. If you

think the enginemgoverned high speed

needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

With Limiter

Immediately prepare your tractor for stop

age at the end of the season or if the trac-

tor will not be used for 30 days or more,

_IOAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure,

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for a

period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove

all dirt, grease, leaves, etc, Store in a

clean, dry area.

1, Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual),

2, Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

3, Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

4, Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear,

Replace if necessary.

5, Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting,

BATTERY

o Fully charge the battery for storage,

o After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

o To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual),

o After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

o If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces,

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage, Also, alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

o Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-

gine and letting it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty.

o Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur,

o Use fresh fuel next season,

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-

age container, Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-

buretor, Do not empty the gas tank and

carburetor if using fuel stabilizer,

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual),

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2, Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s)into cylinder(s).

3, Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil,

4, Replace with new spark plug(s),

OTHER

o Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

o Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems,

o If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

o Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-

tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm,

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manua[ unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

WJI[ not start

Hard to start

Engine wJ[[ not

turn over

Engine clicks but

wJ[[ not start

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment,

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

OORRECTiON

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

t0. 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. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Checklreplace ignition switch.

8. Check!replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check!replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Cutting too much grass/too

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 dirty fuel.

PROBLEM

Loss of power

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with attach-

ment clutch

engaged

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

Poor cut - uneven

Raise cutting height/reduce

speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected

contact Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manuam unless directed to Sears service center

Mower Mades will

not rotate

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine "OFF"

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Switch is "OFF".

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position for

30 seconds before stopping

engine.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

. Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

"° llllll L,O,

BATTERY

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

• <

IG All

cL_

IGNITION

SWITCH

RED _>

FUSE

WHITE © O----

I i

L J

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

(OPTIONAL)

BLACK

; _FFUEL]

SOLENOID

RED

STARTER

BLACK

WHITE

SEAT SWITCH

I (NOT OCCUPIED)

I I

I i i

I I I

L_.........................._E NTC_UT_If I BLACK I I BLACK ......

I" BLACK CLUTCH OFF) I GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

_lW SPARK I

_._ IGNITION _ PLUG

UNIT GAP H

(2 PLUGS ON

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

)

TWIN CYL ENGINES) II )

28 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM

(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START B + S + A1 NONE

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

02363

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

ELECTR.mCAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

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42 i

24 41 _

i /

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 uric x 3/4

8 176689 Box Battery

16 176138 Switch, Interlock

21 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152j

22 4152J Bulb Light #1156

24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" red

25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga. w/16 wire red

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga. 12" black

29 121305X Switch Plunger Normal Op Gray

30 175566 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Ign

40 179720 Harness Ign

41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4o20 unc x 1/2

42 131563 Cover Terminal Red

43 178861 Solenoid

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

90 180449 Cover Terminal

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES

212

261

259

260

258

278

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208

2O7

209

208

206

209

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208

chassis-Laser -It.stff 18

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

2 176554 Drawbar

5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

9 187846X0!3 Dash

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

11 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H.

13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 185682X613 Hood Assembly

18 184921 Bumper Hood

26 STD541437 Nut

28 184247 Grille/Lens Asm.

30 188570X613 Fend/Ftrest

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support

37 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

38 175710 Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear

39 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser Lt

60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 uric x 1

64 154798 Dash Lower STLT

74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8o16 unc

114 158112 Keeper Belt Rear Lh Stl P930

115 17490620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT

143 186689 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

159 155123X428 Cupholder Stlt Black

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

207 17670508 ScrewThdrol 5/16o18 x 1/2Tytt

208 17670608 ScrewThdro! 3/8-18 x 1/2

209 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr. 3/8o16 x 3/4

211 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

212 184248 Insert Lens Reflective

258 184245X599 Lens RH

259 184246X599 Lens LH

260 184250X428 Cover Lens

261 184258X428 Insert Grille

278 191611 Screw #10 x 3/4 Single Lead - Hex

° ° 187801 Plug Dome Plastic

-- 5479J Plug, Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

GROUND DRIVE

75" drive-fender.stIt_39

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

GROUND DRmVE

KEY PART KEY

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO.

1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 63

Peerless 206-545C 64

2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 65

3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 66

4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 69

5 121520X Strap, Torque 70

6 17000512 Screw 5/16o18 x 3/4 74

8 165866 Rod Shifter Fender STLT 75

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 76

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 77

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 unf W/Patch Gr. 8 78

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 79

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16o18 Gr. 5 80

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16o18 unc 81

18 STD523710 BoltFinHex3/8-16uncx1Gr. 5 82

19 STD541437 Nut 83

21 106933X Knob 84

22 130804 Rod, Brake 85

24 STD541237 Nut 89

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 96

26 STD551037 Washer 112

27 STD561210 Pin 113

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 116

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 120

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 150

32 STD523107 Bolt 151

34 175578 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 156

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 158

36 STD551062 Washer 159

37 STD571810 Rol! Pin 161

38 179114 Pulley, Composite, Flat 162

39 74760648 Bolt 163

41 175556 Keeper, Belt, Idler 164

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

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv Stl 166

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 168

50 72110612 Bolt 169

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

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

53 105710X Link, Clutch 198

55 105709X Spring, Clutch Return 202

56 17060620 Screw 3/8o16 x 1ol/4 212

57 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive

59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

61 17120614 Screw 3/8o16 x .875

62 8883R Cover, Pedal

PART

NO, DESCRIPTION

175410 Pulley, Engine

173937 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5-1.5 Thr.

STD55! 143 Washer

154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool Proof

142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4 x 1/2 unc

134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.

137057 Spacer, Axle

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

STD581075 E-Ring

123583X Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/!865

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

STD580025 Key Woodruff

145090 Arm, Shift

165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20

165711 Spring, Torsion

19171216 Washer 17/32x3/4x16Ga.

166231 Link Transaxle

150360 Nut, Nylock

1883!0X428 Console, Shift, STLT

STD624003

19091210

127285X

72140608

73900600

175456

19133210

166002

165589

183900

72140406

73680400

74780416

19091210

165623

17490510

165492

165580

178394

169613

169593

72110614

145212

Retainer Spring 1"

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

Strap Torque 90 Degrees

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1

Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 unc

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Shift

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

Nut Crownlock !/4-20 uric

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 unc x 1 Gr. 5

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

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 TT Yellow

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Lt

Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear

Nyliner Snap-in 5/8 ID

Washer Nyliner 7/8 ID x .I05 Hd

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

Nut Hex Flange Lock

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

STEERINGASSEMBLY

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I _12

_ _39

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37"_ i_37

68 67

, 9

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............................. 10 30

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

1 184704X428 Steering Wheel

2 184706 Axle Assembly

3 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH.

4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

8 12000029 Ring, Klip

10 175121 Draglink

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf

13 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Front

15 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

17 180641 Shaft Assembly, Steering

26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag

28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

29 17000612 Screw 3/8o16 x 3/4

30 STD561210 Pin Cotter

32 130465 Rod, Tie

36 155099 Bushing, Steering

37 152927 Screw

38 159946X428 Insert, Steering Wheel

39 19182411 Washer 9/16x 1-1/2 11

40 STD541537 Nut Lock Center 3/8o24 unf

41 159945 Adaptor, Steering Wheel

42 145054X428 Boot, Steering Shaft

43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1ol/4 x 16 Ga.

44 180640 Extension Shaft Steering

46 184946X505 Cap, Spindle

51 73540400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-28

54 71130420 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 unf x 1ol/4 Gr. 8

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72110618 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace

71 175146 Steering Asm.

82 169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

87 173966 Washer Flat

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 unc

91 175553 Clip Steering

95 188967 Washer Hardened

NOTE: AI! component dimensions given in U.S, inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGmNE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

engine-bs.1cyl_17

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 170545X505

2 17720408

4 137352

13 165291

14 148456

23 169837

29 137180

31 184900

32 140527

33 123487X

DESCRIPTION

Control, Throttle/Choke

Screw, Hex Head, Thread

Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2

Engine, B&S Model

31H777=0202-E 1 (See Breakdown)

Muffler

Gasket

Tube Drain Oil Easy

Shield Bm/Dbr Guard

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly, Fue!

Clamp, Hose

KEY PART

NO, NO,

37 137040

38 181654

40 124028X

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19091416

72 183906

78 17060620

81 73510400

DESCRMPTJON

Line, Fuel

Plug Drain Oil Easy

Bushing, Snap, Fue! Line

Screw, Hex Washer Head,

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

Screw Hxwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

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

Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1

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

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

LiFT ASSEMBLY

..._/ 15

Fift-rh.lpiece 3

KEY

NO,

PART

NO,

159460

159471

105767X

12000002

19211621

120183X

125631X

122365X

139865

139866

DESCRiPTiON

Washer Asm Inner Spring

W/Plunger

Shaft Asm. Lift

Pin Groove

E Ring #5133o62

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

Bearing Nylong

Grip Handle Fluted

Button Plunger Read

Link Asm Lift LH.

Link Asm Lift R.H.

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc

17 175689 Trunnion BIk Zinc

18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2o13 unc

19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: AI! component dimensions given in U,S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

SEAT ASSEMBLY

seaUt.knob_9

"/ 21

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 180597

2 180166

3 71110616

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 180186

11 166369

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-!6 unc x 1

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga,

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw 3/8-16 x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga,

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat Adj Wingnut

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

12 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

21 171852

22 STD541431

24 19171912

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

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

Spacer Split 28 x 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16_18

Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x12 Ga,

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

18 13 6 3 11 11

13 10

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 156368

2 188958 Decal

3 186280 Decal

4 186281 Decal

5 138047 Decal

6 133644 Decal

7 192333 Decal

8 172331 Decal

9 186282 Decal

10 156439 Decal

11 186283 Decal

12 146046 Decal

Decal Oper. Instr.

13 183827

Replacement 14 160396

Hood, R.H. 15 179128

Hood, L.H. 18 164065

Battery 20 149516

Customer Maintenance - - 138311

HP Engine - - 184310X428

Mower Srs - - 184311X428

Fender = - 192596

Fender Danger - - 192597

Hood Side

\/:Belt Drive Schematic

Decal, Dash Panel

Decal, \!-Belt Schematic

Decal, Deck B 42"

Decal, Steering

Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad Footrest LH STLT

Pad Footrest RH STLT

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

4,10

wheel 1

KEY PART

NO, NO,

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X624

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X624

9 122082X

10 7152J

11 104757X428

== 144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap Value Tire

Stem Value

Tire FTs 15 x 6 0 - 6 Service

Tube Inner Front #35060

Rim Asm 6" front Service

Fitting Grease

Bearing Flange

Rim Asm 8" rear Service

Tire R Ts 20 x 10-8 Service

Tube Rear 9 5 x 8 Service

Cap Axle BIk 1 50 x 1 00

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tuba)

NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

MOWER DECK

_ 142

i147

_o_"__o= lo__o_

1011\_

102j

_116

117

119

118 _

19_ 21

42_D_ma n-t-path_stlt_3

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13_

10_

119 _. 117

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 56 165723

2 STD533107 Bolt 59 141043

3 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 67 184939

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 68 144959

5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 92 STD541437

6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 101 136420

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 102 71081010

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 103 19061216

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 104 STD551110

(The following blades are available) 105 160793

11 134149 Blade, 42" Mulching Std 106 2029J

(For mulching mowers only) 111 179292

o- 139775 Blade, 42" Mulching Premium 112 179293

(For better wear when mulching) 113 17060510

o - 138971 Blade, 42" Hi-Lift 116 4898H

(For bagging or discharging) 117 165746

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 118 73930600

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 119 19121414

15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 129 19131312

16 174493 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 130 STD523710

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16o18 x 5/8 131 STD533710

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 142 165890

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 143 157109

21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16o18 unc 144 158634

23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 145 165888

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 146 171977

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 147 131335

26 110452X Nut, Push 148 169022

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 149 165898

28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 150 19091210

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 152 169676

30 173984 Screw Thdrol Washer Head 158 17720408

31 187690 Washer, Spacer 159 72140614

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 184 19131410

33 178342 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 185 188234

34 72110612 Bolt Cam Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 - o 130794

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat

40 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH.

45 STD624003 Retainer -o 169583

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

48 133944 Washer, Hardened

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 unc

53 184907 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54 178515 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

WBelt

Nut

Mulcher Cover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly', Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket Gauge Wheel Lh

Bracket Gauge Wheel Rh

Screw 5/16-18 Unc

Bolt Shoulder

Wheel Gauge Std

Nut Center!ock 3/8-16 unc

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

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

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

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 1

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carriage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

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

Cable Clutch 42 In

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

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

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga.

Head Asm. Cable Clutch

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Housing, Shaft and Shaft

Hardware Only - Pulley Not

Included)

Replacement Mower, Complete

(Std. Deck-Order separately mul-

cher cover and gauge wheel

components key nos. 101 - 106

and 116 - 119)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

35A

18 51

¢/1 56

42A

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-5450

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079

2 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 42 792073A

3 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792085A

4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086

7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690

8 792180 Shift Key 48 774691

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356

9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352

12 778309 input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (Include.14) 54 778346

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) (Include. 13) 56 778355

15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 57 778337

17 786188 Drive Pin 58 778353

18 786102 Spacer 1,130 X ,695 59 778351

20 792077A Ball 5/16" dia 60 778349

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8" 61 778345

22 792079 Spring .310 OD x ,625 L 65 780189

25 792073A Screw 1/4 ° 20 x 1ol/4" 68 776422

25A 792177 Screw 1/4o20 x 1o3/8" 67 776396

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 69 792170

27 792035 Retaining Ring 70 786187

28 788040 Retaining Ring 71 788069

29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID x .031W 71B 788092

29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 ID x ,031W 76 780090

29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 77 788078A

29C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer ,632 79 792144

30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x ,032W 82 778333

31 780001 Flat Washer .750 ID x ,056W 83 778338

(Use As Needed) 85 792154

31A 780195 Flat Washer .750 ID x ,062W 87 788089A

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 150 788093A

34 780194 Bushing ,563 157 788088A

35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID 180 730229A

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing .751 900 794712

36 790075 Brake Disk

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

39 786026 Dowel Pin

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

Brake Lever

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1_1 /4"

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

Locknut 5 / 16 - 24

Brake Pad Holder

Spacer .2625 x 1,0

Brake Lever Bracket

Axle (11o15/16" Long)

Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long)

Spur Gear (29 teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Spur Gear (23 teeth)

Spur Gear (19 teeth)

Spur Gear (16 teeth)

Spur Gear (15 teeth)

Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Spur Gear (13 teeth)

Spur Gear (17 teeth)

Spur Gear (21 teeth)

Spur Gear (24 teeth)

Spur Gear (25 teeth)

Flat Washer .563 iD x .062W

Input Shaft

Shifter & Brake Shaft

Retaining Ring

Spacer .890

Square Cut Ring

'O" Ring

Flat Washer 1.128 ID x .058W

Inverted Retaining Ring

Spring ,430 OD x .5000 L

Beve! & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Oil Fill Plug

Oil Seal 9 / 16"

Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone

Oil Seal 3/4"

Gear Oil 80W90

Replacement MST o 206-545C

Transaxle

NOTE: AIJcomponent dimensions given in U.S, inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31 H777, TYPE NUMBER 0202-E1

2_ 27

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

12 868@

943 O

20_ 6170

51_ 691_

842 0

524@

1266

240

741 Q

691

584_

1264_

759[

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[ 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL

[1036 EMISSION LABEL]

750 $

15e

200 89@

1027

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31 H777, TYPE NUMBER 0202-E1

238

® 36

1022

617

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

1701022

8s8

5240

1022

914

1023

2sP

1119

334_

789

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31 H777, TYPE NUMBER 0202-E1

!30_I

95_

987@

63_

¢f"

276 @

1127_

108A_

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1266A O

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121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KiT

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117<_ 142 634@6170

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1266@

1266A O

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

51_ 276@)

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

BRmGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31 H777, TYPE NUMBER 0202-E1

305A

1040

3091

783A_

801A_

544A_ 3101

513®

NOTE: For Replacement Starter MotoJ

See Reference 309.

729

89_

75 _

1070'_

1005 __

363_ 1051_-

783@

1265

1279

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31 H777, TYPE NUMBER 0202-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 108 690464

2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 108A 692344

3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 117 694352

4 697188 Sump-Engine 118 692411

5 690188 Head-Cylinder 121 697241

7 692410 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 125 697190

9 697109 • Gasket-Breather 127 695005

10 697157 Screw (Breather Assembly) 130 691750

11 697113 Tube-Breather 131 494379

12 697110 • Gasket-Crankcase 133 494381

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 137 281165

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 14! 495097

16 697127 Crankshaft 141A 495931

20 690947 • Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 142 697140

22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Cover/Sump) 146 691639

23 693557 Flywheel 186 692317

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 187 691050

25 697552 Piston Assembly (Standard) 188 691693

697555 Piston Assembly (.010" Oversize) 192 691986

697556 Piston Assembly (.020" Oversize) 202 691841

697557 Piston Assembly (.030" Oversize) 209 692208

26 697553 Ring Set (Standard) 216 691840

697558 Ring Set (.010" Oversize) 222 694042

697559 Ring Set (.020" Oversize) 227 69! 374

697560 Ring Set (.030" Oversize) 231 691636

27 697100 Lock-Piston Pin 232 691842

28 697099 Pin-Piston 238 691843

29 697126 Rod-Connecting (Standard) 240 298090

697263 Rod-Connecting (.020" Undersize) 265 691024

32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 267 695134

33 495856 Valve-Exhaust 276 692255

34 495857 Valveqntake 304 697663

35 691279 Spring-Valve (Intake) 305 697102

36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 305A 697103

37 697108 Guard-Flywheel 306 697107

40 691752 Retainer-Valve 307 691003

43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 309 693551

45 690564 Tappet-Valve 309A ........

46 693450 Camshaft

48 Short Block (31H777-0202-E2 Re- 310 690323

placement Engine-art and Short 311 497608

Block not available at this time) 311A 395538

50 690193 Manifold-Intake 333 495859

51 692137 .O_:+ Gasketqntake 334 691061

53 690227 Stud (Carburetor) 337 691043

54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold) 358 697191

73 697133 Screen-Rotating 363 19203

74 94986 Screw (Rotating Screen)

75 690582 Washer (Flywheel)

78 691003 Screw (Flywheel Guard)

89 690283 Plug-Oil

93 690602 _ Bushing-Throttle Shaft

94 498030 Kit-idle Mixture

95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) +

98 495800 Kitqdle Speed

104 690525 O Pin-Float Hinge

105 231855 O Valve-Float Needle

106 690577 _ Seat-Inlet

Valve-Choke (Manua! Choke)

Valve-Choke (Choke A Mat!c)

O Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Carburetor

Plug-Welch

Valve-Throttle

Kit-Throttle Shaft

Float-Carburetor

US Gasket-Float Bowl

Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual Choke)

Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke A Matic)

O Nozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timing

Connector-Hose

Line-Fue! (Cut to Required Length)

Screw (Control Bracket)

Adjuster-Rocker Arm

Link-Mechanical Governor

Spring-Governor

Link-Choke

Bracket-Control

Lever-Governor Control

Screw (Choke Valve)

Spring-Governor

Cap-Valve

Filter-Fuel

Clamp-Casing

Screw (Casing Clamp)

05 Washer-Sealing

Housing-Blower

Screw (Blower Housing)

Shield-Cylinder

Screw (Cylinder Shield)

Motor-Starter

Motor-Starter (For Replacement

Starter Motor, See Reference 309)

Bolt (Starter Motor)

Brush Set

Armature-Magneto

Screw (Magneto Armature)

Plug-Spark

Gasket Set-Engine

Flywheel Puller

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-

2100 High Speed: 3000-3200

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No. 121

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key, No. 977

Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key', No. 1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1

inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273753

BRmGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31 H777, TYPE NUMBER 0202-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 868 690968 .+ Seal-Valve

404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 876 495877 Kit-Pinion Spring

431 697122 Elbow-Intake 896 691641 Pin-Drive Retainer

445 697153 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)

462 691261 Washer (Starter Cable) 943 690589 • SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover)

474 696459 Alternator 947 694393 Solenoid-Fuel

503 691532 Strap-Starter 965 499613 Cover-Oil Pump

505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 967 697015 Filter-Pre Cleaner

510 693699 Drive-Starter 968 697446 Cover-Air Cleaner

510A 497606 Drive-Starter 975 495933 Bowl-Float

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 977 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor

523 697086 Dipstick 987 691326 O Sea!-Throttle Shaft

524 691032 * SeaI-DipstickTube 1005 697111 Fan-Flywheel

525 697184 Tube-Dipstick 1017 690770 Screen-Oi! Pump

544 692034 Starter-Armature 1019 697143 Kit-Labe!

544A 390837 Starter-Armature 1022 272475 .+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

552 697144 Bushing-Governor Crank 1023 692492 Cover-Rocker Arm

562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1024 499054 Pump-Oil

579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable) 1026 692003 Rod-Push (Intake)

584 697112 Cover-Breather Passage ..... 692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust)

601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1027 697547 Filter-Oil

614 691620 Pin-Cotter 1029 691751 Arm-Rocker

616 692012 Crank-Governor 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod

617 692138 .0 SeaI-O Ring (Intake Manifold) 1036 695700 Label-Emission

634 690801 O Spring/Seal Assembly (Manual 1040 697142 Plate-Trim

Choke) 1051 691265 Ring-Retaining

634A 690802 O Spring/Seal Assembly (Choke A 1058 275038 Owner's Manual

Matic) 1070 691058 Screw (Flywheel Fan)

635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 1083 691626 Nut (Starter Terminal)

643 697155 Retainer-Air Filter 1083A 690958 Nut (Starter Terminal)

654 690958 Nut (Carburetor) 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

691 692407 * Seal-Governor Shaft 1091 691333 Cap-Limiter

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1095 690190 Gasket Set-Valve

718 690959 Pin-Locating 1119 691183 Screw (Alternator)

729 691224 Clip-Wire 1127 691657 Screw (Float Bowl)

741 697128 Gear-Timing 1263 697124 Reed-Breather

750 691033 Screw (Oil Pump Cover) 1264 697104 Screw (Breather Reed)

757 697607 Link-Counter.weight 1265 697125 Support-B!ower Housing

758 697134 CounteP,^/eight 1266 691917 .O SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)

759 697392 Pin-Counterweight 1266A 697123 O SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)

783 693713 Gear-Pinion 1267 697662 Latch-Blower Housing

783A 693059 Gear-Pinion 1270 697156 Plug-AVS Counterweight

789 695050 Harness-Wiring 1279 690960 Screw (Blower Housing Support)

797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-

801 691283 Cap-Drive 2100 High Speed: 3000-3200

801A 394856 Cap-Drive

802 691286 Cap-End Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No_ 358

802A 395537 Cap-End O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No. 121

803 693757 Housing-Starter $ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key, No. 977

803A 398159 Housing-Starter + Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key, No. 1095

830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm)

842 691031 * SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

847 697611 Dipstick/Tube Assembly 1 inch = 25.4 mm

851 692424 Termina!-Spark Plug

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

15 DEGREES MAX,

_ ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow

slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent

tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

t. Fold this page along dotted _ine indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically paraHet to a tree

trunk or other upr}ght structure.

3. Sight across the fotd in the direction of hiti stope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fotd with the s_ope of the hill.

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