Craftsman 917273260 lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

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LAWN TRACTOR

23.0 HP, 48" Mower

Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.273260

[_ This 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.

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

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 Maintenance ........................................ 16

Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments ..................... 20

Product Specifications .......................... 5 Storage ................................................ 29

Assembly/P re-Operation ....................... 7 Troubleshooting ................................... 30

Operation ............................................... 9 Repair Parts ......................................... 34

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 16 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:

• 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

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

• 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.

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

• 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 cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-

ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious

injury or death.

_WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

cidental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

_WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

_WARNING: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed

when on a slope. Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can

lose traction with the ground and cause

you to lose control of your tractor.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

A(_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

I, GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or un-

loading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related in-

juries. These operators should evaluate

their ability to operate the riding mower

safely enough to protect themselves and

others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which 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.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back

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

not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the machine.

Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommend-

ations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,

or embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

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

caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe 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.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Ad-

just and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not

across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse and

back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 4 Gallons

Capacity Unleaded

and Type: Regular

Oil Type SAE 10W30

(API-SF-SJ): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: W/filter 4.0 Pints

W/O filter 3.5 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

(Gap: .030")

Ground Speed (MPH):

Forward: 0 - 5.5

Reverse: 0 - 2.4

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging

System: 15 Amps @ 3600 RPM

Battery: Amp/Hr: 35

Min. CCA: 280

Case size: UIR

Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 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 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under"Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_[_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

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

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark ar-

rester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears service center (See

REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTION

AGREEMENTS

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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:

• Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.

• Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

• Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

• 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.

• 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

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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 1-800-827-6655.

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of home

appliances, garage door openers, water

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Mower

Leveling Wrench

Keys

_I (2) Keys

Video Cassette

"-t

For Future Use

Bubble Level

Slope Sheet

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-

els of carton. Remove end panels and

lay side panels flat.

2. Remove packing materials.

3. Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grille.

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood 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).

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ADJUST SEAT

1. Raise seat and loosen adjustment

knob.

2. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

3. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

4. Get off seat without moving its ad-

justed position.

5. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Adjustment

Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po-

sition.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in "trans-

mission disengaged" position (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section

of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_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. Place freewheel control in "trans-

mission engaged" position. (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section

of this manual).

4. Sit on seat in operating position, de-

press brake pedal and set the parking

brake.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest posi-

tion.

6. Starttheengine.Afterenginehas

started,movethrottlecontrolto idle

position.

7. Releaseparkingbrake.

8. Slowlydepressforwarddrivepedaland

drivetractoroffskid.

9. Applybraketo stoptractorandset

parkingbrake.

10.Turnignitionkeyto "STOP"position.

Continuewiththe instructionsthat follow.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-

rect 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 POSITION

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 BRAKESYSTEM

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.

JCHECKLIST

Before you operate 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.

•/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel

control is in '"transmission engaged" po-

sition (see "To Transport" in the Opera-

tion section of this manual).

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 operat-

ing condition.

•/ It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans-

mission purging instructions (See "TO

START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of

this manual).

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 SLOW IGNITION

G G

ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED UNLOCKED

OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

LIGHT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

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.

DANGER indicatesa hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicatesa hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicatesa 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 indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

KNOW YOUR 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.

Throttle Control

Brake

Ammeter

Hourmeter

Ignition

Switch

u Switch Position

Attachment Clutch Switch

Drive Pedal

Lift Lever Plunger

Attachment Lift Lever

Reverse Drive PedaI

Choke Control

o Height

Adjustment

Freewheel

g Brake

-"Cruise Control Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the

headlights on and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the

tractor and starting the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower and adjust the mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER - Indicates battery charging

(+) or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Used for

forward movement of tractor.

REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL - Used for

reverse movement of tractor.

CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used to set

forward movement of tractor at desired

speed without holding the forward drive

pedal.

HOURMETER - Indicates hours of opera-

tion.

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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety

mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator

to leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress brake pedal all the way down

and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release

pressure from brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in brake position. Make

sure parking brake will hold tractor

secure.

Pushqn to

Attachment Clutch Switch

Pull OutTo

Ignition

Choke

Throttle

,,Brake-_

Position

"Drive" Position

"Disengaged" Position

Drive

Pedal

Brake

"Engaged" Position Control

Laver

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, push attachment

clutch switch in to disengaged position.

GROUND DRIVE-

• To stop ground drive, depress brake

pedal all the way down.

IMPORTANT: Forward and reverse drive

pedals return to neutral position when not

depressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control between half and

full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control

between half and full speed (fast) posi-

tion, before stopping, may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "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.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are start-

ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a

warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the forward and reverse drive

pedals.

1. Start tractor and release parking brake.

2. Slowly depress forward or reverse

drive pedal to begin movement.

Ground speed increases the further

down the pedal is depressed.

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL

The cruise control feature can be used for

forward travel only.

SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS

The cruise control should only be used

while mowing or transporting on relatively

smooth, straight surfaces. Other conditions

such as trimming at slow speeds may

cause the cruise control to disengage. Do

not use the cruise control on slopes, rough

terrian or while trimmimg or turning.

1. Withforwarddrivepedaldepressedto

desiredspeed,movecruisecontrolle-

verforwardto"SET' positionand hold

while liftingyourfootoff the pedal,then

releasethecruisecontrollever.

Todisengagethecruisecontrol,pullthe

leverbackwardto"OFF"position,orfully

depressthebrakepedal.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

mately 1-1/2 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.

• The average lawn should be cut to ap-

proximately 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

g rewth.

• 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: Be sure tractor is on a flat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to

desired cutting height.

2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin

which secure each gauge wheel bar.

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise

gauge wheels slightly to align holes

in bracket and gauge wheel bar and

insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should

be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

5. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the

same setting.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge

wheels if you change the cutting height

of the mower deck.

Retainer Spring

: Clevis Pin

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.

_kCAUTION: De net operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To

Attachment Lift Lever

High Position

/_ Low

,4, Position

Push In To

"Disengage"

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_kWARNING: De net 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.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

brake pedal quickly to brake position

and engage parking brake.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and brake pedal.

• Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal

to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling position.

Freewheel control is located at the rear

drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

2. Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

Transmission Disengaged

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER 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 ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap

onto the tube. Remove and read oil

level. If necessary, add oil until "FULl"

mark on dipstick is reached. Do not

overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See the

oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank 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 quanti-

ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

,_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

CAUTION: 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. Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress brake pedal and set parking

brake.

3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a cold engine

start attempt. For a warm engine start

attempt the choke control may not be

needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

6. 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, push choke control in, wait

a few minutes and try again. If engine

still does not start, pull the choke con-

trol out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

above)

7. When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to

run smoothly. If the engine starts to

run roughly, pull the choke control out

slightly for a few seconds and then

continue to push the control in slowly.

• 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)

7. When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. Continue to push the choke

control in small steps allowing the en-

gine to accept small changes in speed

and load, until the choke control is fully

in.

• If the engine starts to run roughly, pull

the choke control out slightly for a few

seconds and then continue to push the

control in slowly. This may require an

engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depending

on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up as

follows:

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Release the parking brake and let the

brake slowly return to operating posi-

tion.

3. Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up and

may require the choke control be pulled

out slightly.

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).

PURGE TRANSMISSION

,_CAUTION: Never engage or dis-

engage freewheel lever while the engine

is running.

To ensure proper operation and per-

formance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstall-

ation before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in disengaged posi-

tion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this

section of manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. Disen-

gage parking brake.

4. Depress forward drive pedal to full

forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds and release pedal. Depress

reverse drive pedal to full reverse posi-

tion and hold for five (5) seconds and

release pedal. Repeat this procedure

three (3) times.

NOTE: During this step there will be no

movement of drive wheels. The air is being

removed from hydraulic drive system.

5. Shut off engine and set parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission

engaged" position (See "TO TRANS-

PORT' in this section of manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to half (1/2) speed.

Disengage parking brake.

8. Drive tractor forward for approximately

five feet then backwards for five feet.

Repeat this driving procedure three

times.

Your transmission is now purged and

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• 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.

• 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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• 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.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet.

Wet grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___._o__

REGULAR SERVICE DATES

Check Operator Presence arid

T Interlock Systems

R CheCk for Leoso F_steners I_ 11_5 V _

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3

T Lubrication Chart I_

0 Chock Battery Level

R Cle_'-J_ Battery _nd Terll"linaIs _

Chock Transea{Io Cooling

Chock V_Belt8 I_

Chock Engine Oil Level I1_ I_

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) _12

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _12

N Clem, AirFiltor _

G Cle_i_ Air SCrOei_

Inspect MuffleffSpark

Arrestor

E Replace Oil Filter (if equipped) I_.:

Cle_i_ Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

Replace Fuel Filter

3 - Rap ace -_lades more o_en when n_in£ n sandy soil

4 - NOt requ red [f eqtJ[p#ed wilh mAinte_ance4ree _attery

5 - "['i£ nlerT frorit a.xle pvot b<41to _ _-b$ maxin%_r_

DO qOt overtl£hle#

1 _ Char=go _ore Often when oper_,lin£ urlder a he_v_" Load or

in high _rnbien_ temperatures.

2 _ _ervice _ore o41en when oper_,tin_ i_ dl_ Or _st_ _3rldl_iorls

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to ()i>

operator abuse or negligence. To receive Zerk

full value from the warranty, operator

must maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual. Wheel

Some adjustments will need to be made Bearing

periodically to properly maintain your Zerk

tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments ()i>

described in the Service and Adjustments Zerks i

section of this manual, i

• 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.

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.

_.l;Spindle

Zerk

Front

Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

@ Engine

(i>General Purpose Grease

<_>Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bear-ings. 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 OPERATION

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

* Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

* Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

* 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 that operator presence and

interlock systems are working properly. If

your tractor does net function as described

below, repair the problem immediately.

* The engine should not start unless

the brake pedal is fully depressed and

attachment clutch control is in the disen-

gaged position.

* 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.

* 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.

* 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.

NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves

and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.

2. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck

and mandrel assembly.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely

(45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat

treated.

Mandrel

Trailing Assembly

,ade

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.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with

balancer.)

NOTE: Do net use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the

bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If

blade is balanced, it should remain in a

horizontal position. If either end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

Center Hole

5/8" Bolt

or Pin

Blade

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD-

JUSTMENTS section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high pressure

water or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the trans-

axle ever leak or require servicing, contact

a sears or other qualified service center.

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts ifthey begin to slip from wear.

ENGINE

LU BRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ. Se-

lect the oil's SAE viscosity grade according

to your expected operating temperature.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-

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.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

* Be sure tractor is on level surface.

* Oil will drain more freely when warm.

* Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

Oil Drain Valve

02463 Drain Tube

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.

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstick into

the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube when taking reading. Keep oil

at "FULL' line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

1. Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it

to dry.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car-

tridge.

NOTE," Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will damage

the cartridge.

1. Remove nut and cartridge plate.

2. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartridge.

3. Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

4. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

5. Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

Knob

Cartridge

Foam

Pre-Clean

\Cartridge

Plate

Rubber

Seal

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and stub-

born dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other cool-

ing shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and

external surfaces as necessary. Make sure

the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due to

overheating.

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.

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.

Clamp

Fuel Filter_

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with 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 SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER-

VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

2. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

3. Turn ignition key "STOP" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TO REMOVE MOWER

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob to lowest setting.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket.

_CAUTION: Red is spring loaded. Have

a tight grip on rod and release slowly.

5. Remove retainer spring holding

anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and

disengage anti-sway bar from bracket.

6. Remove four retainer springs from front

plate assembly and remove plate.

7. Remove retainer springs from suspen-

sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

Lock Bracket

Belt Tension

Rod

(Disengaged "-..,_/,

Position) /,

Chassis

Bracket

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Swa'

Bar

USEPLIERS FOR

RET_j Loop U_S

Suspension

Arms Double Loop

Retainer Springs

(Outward pointing

deck pins)

8. Raise attachment lift to its highest posi-

tion.

9. Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

10.Slide mower out from under right side

of tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

1. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of

mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-

tor shield to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-

ing in all mower pulley grooves.

Front Mower

Bracket

Electric Clutch

Pulley

Double Loop

Retainer Springs

Front Plate

Assembly

Single Loop

Retainer Springs

anged Pins

Front Mower

Bracket

Deflector Shield

3. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disen-

gaged position.

6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

7. Place the suspension arms on outward

pointing deck pins. Retain with double

loop retainer spring with loops up as

shown.

8. Install front plate assembly to tractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

9. Position front plate assembly between

front mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and insert

flanged pins. Secure pins with double

loop retainer springs between the plate

assembly and mower brackets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged

pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on

head of pin. If necessary, move mower

side-to-side to give space between plate

and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-

ing in all mower pulley grooves.

10. Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod

into locking bracket.

,_CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en-

gage slowly.

11. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

12. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob clockwise to remove slack from

mower suspension.

13. Raise deck to highest position.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground such as a carport or ga-

rage. Make sure tires are properly inflated

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT WITH

BUBBLE LEVEL

NOTE: If necessary, check side-to-side

surface below tractor for levelness with a

long board and the bubble level.

• Using the lift lever, place mower in

position where no part of the mower,

including gauge wheels, is touching the

ground.

• From left side of tractor, find the level

decal on top of mower and place bubble

level on decal as indicated.

° Mower is level side-to-side when bubble

is between the two lines in the bubble

level.

° If adjustment is necessary, under left

hand footrest, turn lift link adjustment

nut (above yellow cap) in appropriate

direction to bring bubble between the

lines in the bubble level.

° Remove bubble level from mower and

store in a safe place.

Bubble Between Bubble Level

Lines ---__<.-:._._\._ _/

_ Level Decal

Bake

Pedal

Left Hand

Footrest

Yello_

Adjustment Nut

ALTERNATE SIDE-TO-SIDE

ADJUSTMENT METHOD

* Raise mower to its highest position.

, Measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground level at front corners

of mower. Distance "A" on both sides of

mower should be the same.

, If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

, To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

, To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 3/16".

, Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of

Mower to Ground Mower to Ground

\ /

BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE

Suspension EQUAL IN LENGTH

Arm

Lift Link

Adi

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-

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

adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust

both front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower blades should be adjusted so the

front tip is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower

than the rear tip when the mower is in its

highest position.

A(_CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect

your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade

with heavy cloth.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Position any blade so the tip is pointing

straight forward. Measure distance "B" at

front and rear tip of blade

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front plate 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 blade, loosen nut "C"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "C" will

change dim. "B" by approximately 3/16".

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "D" 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 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Front Plate

Assembly Trunnion

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage

parking brake.

2. Lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket.

A(_CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have

a firm grip on rod and release slowly.

4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck sur-

face.

6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from

rear deck bracket by removing retainer

spring.

7. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H.

mandrel pulley.

8. Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

9. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

10.Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

11. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and spring arm.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

12. Install belt in both idlers.

13. Install new belt onto electric clutch pul-

ley.

14. Carefully roll belt into upper groove of

R.H. mandrel pulley.

15. Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly.

16. Reconnect R.H. suspension arm to

rear deck bracket with retainer spring.

17. Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover.

18. Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod

into locking bracket.

Belt Tension Rod

(Disengaged

Position) \\\\,S

B,a,

Mandrel

Cover

Electric

Pulley

Idler

Pulleys

Spring

B,a,

Mandrel

Primary

Idler Arm

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE

(SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

2. Remove screws from R.H. and L.H.

mandrel covers and remove covers.

REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT

(Refer to "TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE

BELT" illustration in this section of

manual).

3. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H.

mandrel pulley.

4. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

5. Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

6. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and spring arm.

REMOVE MOWER BLADE

(SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT

7. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel pul-

ley.

8. Remove belt from center mandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel

pulley.

9. Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

10.Check secondary idler arm and idler

pulley to see that they rotate freely.

11.Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and secondary spring arm.

INSTALL NEW MOWER BLADE

(SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT

12. Install new belt in lower groove of R.H.

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center

mandrel pulley as shown.

13. Carefully roll belt over L.H. mandrel

pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves

properly.

REINSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT

(Refer to "TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE

BELT" illustration in this section of

manual).

14. Install belt into upper groove of R.H.

mandrel pulley and around both idlers.

Pull belt to front of mower to remove

slack.

15.Reinstall mandrel covers and securely

tighten all screws.

16.Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in all grooves correctly.

17. Reinstall mower to tractor (See "TO

INSTALL MOWER" in this section of

manual).

Secondary Idler

L.H. Mandrel Idler Arm Pulley

Spring

Spring Arm

Mandrel

Mower Blade

(Secondary)

Drive Belt

R.H.

Mandrel

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxle.

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 brake pedal

all the way down and engage parking

brake.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in 'transmission dis-

engaged" position. Pull freewheel con-

trol out and into the slot and release so

it is held in the disengaged 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 brake pedal all the way down

and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen

jam nut and turn nut 'W' until distance

becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam nut

against nut 'W'.

Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission

engaged" position.

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"

=_A _

Jam Nut

Arm

Do not touch this nut. If further brake

adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or

other qualified service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

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. Disconnect clutch wire harness.

3. Remove clutch locater.

4. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Remove belt downward from engine

pulley and around electric clutch.

6. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

7. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down around

transmission cooling fan and onto the

input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

belt around electric clutch and onto

engine pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Reinstall clutch locater and tighten nut

securely.

6. Reconnect clutch harness.

7. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keepers.

8. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Electric .-___. _1 ^1 " h

Clutch _ _lr.._ utc

zz#Z__ II Locater

Clutching --------

Id,er

Stationary---- %?_ I1"1

do,

Center Span...... --_L II X

Keeper II clutoh

_ _'_ II Wire

Transmission _/'_ t - _. I[f_ Harness

Input Pulley _

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/

REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal

for service or replacement, it should be

purged after reinstallation and before op-

erating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of this

manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel 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 your nearest Sears or

other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

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 slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Retaining

Rin,

Washers

Axle

Cover

Square Key --_'

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-

TERY

_WARNING: 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

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead FulIy Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

A(_WARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift hood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

4. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with re-

maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

Keps

Terminal

Hex Bolt

Positive (Red)

Cable

Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT LAMP

_CAUTION: When lit, the halogen lamps

get extremely hot. Hold lamp assembly by

the holder and do not touch the bulb.

1. Raise hood.

2. Disconnect harness from lamp assem-

bly.

3. Rotate counterclockwise and pull lamp

assembly out of the hole in the back-

side of the grill.

4. Insert new lamp assembly and rotate

clockwise to lock.

5. Reconnect harness to lamp assembly.

6. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose oF"damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL 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.

Headlight Wire

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers ex-

pense, may be performed by any non-road

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 nec-

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 to fast position.

2. Check that speed control lever is

against stop screw. If it is not, loosen

casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cable until lever is against screw.

Tighten clamp screw securely.

Idle Speed

Idle Fuel Adjusting Adjusting

Needle (If Equipped) Screw

"hrottle

Control

Cable

Stop Screw

Choke

Control

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary, check adjustment as described be-

low before loosening cable. If adjustment

is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor

choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the Main-

tenance section of this manual).

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed For

Choke

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been present 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 the adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixtu re.

IMPORTANT," Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1. Be sure you have a clean air filter, and

the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see "TO ADJUST THROTTLE

CONTROL CABLE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

Clamp

Screw

2. With engineoffturn idlefuel adjust-

ingneedlein (clockwise)closingit

fingertightandthenturnout (counter-

clockwise)1turn.

FINALSETTING-

1. Startengineand allowtowarmfor five

minutes.Makefinal adjustmentswith

enginerunningandshift/motioncontrol

leverin neutral(N)position.

NOTE:Thehighidleissetat thefactory

and cannotbe adjusted.

2. Idle speed setting - With throttle control

lever in slow position, engine should

idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too

slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is at-

tained.

3. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn idle

fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise)

until engine speed decreases and then

turn out (counterclockwise) approxi-

mately 3/4 turn to obtain the best low

speed performance.

4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces-

sary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

5. Move throttle control lever from slow

to fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat

test and continue to adjust, if neces-

sary, 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. Overspeeding

the engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs ad-

justing, contact a Sears or other qualified

service center, which has proper equip-

ment and experience to make any neces-

sary adjustments.

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_WARNING: 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 Jna

clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (Sea"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 Jnthe 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

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum 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.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-

gine and letting it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or 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

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can Jfyour can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt Jnyour

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable 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 manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

L 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. 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).

CORRECTION

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.

10. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. 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 brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Engine clicks but

will not start

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Loss of power 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.

1. 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.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

LOSSof power

continued)

Excessive

vibration

CAUSE

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11.Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12.Dirty/clogged muffler.

13.Loose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburetor out of adjustment.

15.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

CORRECTION

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 filler.

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.

1. Faulty operator-safety 1. Check wiring, switches and

presence control system, connections. If not corrected

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass, leaves,

and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

2. Travel speed too fast.

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

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.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Poor grass 3.

discharge

(continued) 4.

Headlight(s) not 1.

working 2.

(if so equipped) 3.

Wet grass.

Mower deck not level.

Low/uneven tire air pressure.

Worn, bentorloose blade.

Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

Mower drive belt worn.

Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

Switch is "OFF".

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

Faulty light switch.

Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

Battery will not

charge

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

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.

Lo88 of drive 1. Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or servicing.

Engine °'backfires" 1.

when turning

engine "OFF"

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

Enginethro_le controlnotset

_"SLOW"positionbr 30

30 seconds bebre stopping

engine.

1. Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

Purge transmission.

Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

AMMETER

FUSE

'©IC_

CLUTCI{ / BRAI'(JF

{PEDAL UP)

SEAT SWITCH

[NOI _OUPIEL)_

SOLENOID

STABT£R

BL_

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF I_ _G _A1 NONE

R_NiLIGHT BA! A_L

PTO SWITCH

ItFAD-UGIITS POSIT_ON CIRCUIT

(_ _ ON {.: I,L_ E,A 0

REMOVABLE NON-REP4OVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING TNSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVTCING OF UNTT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WTRING,

GFC

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ELECTRICAL

/ / /

I I

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

I I44927 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt, He× 1/4-20 x 3/4

6 7603J Tray, Battery

I0 145211 Bolt Battery, Front I/4-20×7-1/2

11 150109 Holddown, Battery, Front

I2 145769 Nut, Push, Nylon, Battery, Front 1/4

I6 176138 Switch, Interlock

21 175449 Harness, Light

25 178909 Cable

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut, He×, Keps 1/4-20 une

28 145491 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Seat

30 175442 Switch, Ignition

33 175447 Key

40 179737 Harness, Ignition

42 1543,36 Cover Terminal

45 177500 Ammeter

46 177501 Hourmeter

50 178461 Switch, PTO

55 17490508 Screw, Thd. Roll 5/I6-I8xl/2

79 175448 Lamp and Holder Assembly

61 109748X Relay Assembly

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches

1 inch =254 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

217

\ r_

166

219

_t: : 23

158

F64

215

¢h_ssis-LTX-stlt 7

F142

3 F145

2O8

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

I 1746I 9 Chassis

2 176554 Drawbar

3 17060612 Screw, 3/8-I 6 × 3/4

9 172542)<418 Dash

I0 72146608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-I6 x 1

11 174996 Panel, Dash, LH

I3 I79174)<010 Panel, Dash, RH

I4 17490608 Screw Todrol 3/8-I 6 x 1/2

17 172540)<615 Hood Assembly

20 180679 Plate Battery

23 I24628X Bushing Snap

26 STD541437 Looknut, He;<,with insert 3/8-I6 une

28 I74945)<418 Grille

29 174944)<418 Lightbo× Dual

30 I79131)<615 Fender/Footrest

31 139976 Bracket Fender/Support

37 17496508 Screw, ThdroL 5/I6-18 × I/2 TYT

38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear

39 174988 Bracket Pivot Hood

42 I72545)<599 Lens Lh

43 I72544X599 Lens Rh

58 174993 Duct Hood

60 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-I6 une x 3/4

64 174997 Dash Lower

74 STD541437 Nut Crownloek 3/8-I6 unc

90 I24346X Nut Self Thrd Wshd I/4 Zinc

I42 I75702 Plate Reinforcement

I43 I54966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

I44 I75582 Bracket Footrest

I45 I56524 Rod Pivot ChassidHood

I54 I74679 Bracket Dash Rh

I55 I74680 Bracket Dash Lh

I58 I62037 Parking Brake Bkrt

I59 I79950)<418 Cupholder

I66 171875 Screw HWHDH:-Lo. #I3-16 x 3/4

208 I7676608 Screw THDROL 3/8-I6 × 1/2

209 17060612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

215 I72543X615 Bumper

217 I79132)<418 Console Fuel Window

219 17000512 Screw 5/I6-18 × 3/4

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

1inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

151

_2 253 "239

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 - - - Transa×le, HydroGear, Model 78

Number &38-0510 (See Break 89

down) 90 I24346X

6 17060512 Screw 5/18- I8 95 I80825

9 179334 Clutch Electric 96 4497H

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FIghd 5/I6-I8 Gr. 5 118 72140608

18 73800500 Nut Lock He<W/Ins. 5/16-18 unc 120 73900600

17 128197X Washer 1-I/2 OD x I5/32 ID x.250 150 175456

19 73800600 Nut Lock He×W/Wsh 3/8-I6 une 15I 19133210

20 173937 BoltHex7/16-20×4×Gr. 5-1.5 202 72110614

2I 175038X505 Knob Custom Control Cruise 212 145212

22 175896 Rod, Brake 214 174735

24 73350600 Nut, HexJam 3/8-I8une 217 179433

25 108888X Spring, Brake Rod 218 174713

28 19131316 Washer 219 174839

27 76020412 PinCotter I/8×3/4CAD. 220 174711

28 179607 Rod, Parking Brake 22I 72140606

29 179608X505 Knob Brake Parking 222 73680700

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 223 I74840

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/I6-18 unc × 3/4 224 174736

33 72140506 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-I8 une x 3/4 225 174712

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 228 I74902

35 1201&3X Bearing, Nylon 227 174710

38 19211616 Washer 228 I79032

37 1572H Pin, Roll 229 176451

38 179114 Pulley. Composite 23I 174573

39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 une × 3 232 I75570

4I 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler Flat 233 I74856

47 127783 Pulley Idler, V-Groove 234 I74858

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drw Stl 235 I74857

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 238 128903

50 72I 10612 Bolt 237 I70165

5I 73680600 Nut Crownlook 3/8-18 unc 238 I75807

52 73680500 Nut, Crownlook 5/18-I8 une 239 17490508

53 105710X Link, Clutch 240 175810

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 24I 73930400

56 17060620 Screw 3/8-I 8 × 1-1/4 242 74780412

57 140294 V-Belt Ground Drive 243 178289

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 244 166880

6I 17120614 Screw 3/8-I 8 × .875 250 17060612

62 123533X Cover, Pedal 25I 17060518

68 174607 Pulley. Engine 258 I79422

65 10040700 Washer 254 I78062

68 154778 Keeper Belt Engine 272 I7670508

74 137057 Spacer, Axle 273 179610

75 121749X Washer 25/32x1-1/4x18Ga. 274 175646

78 12000001 E-Ring

77 12358,3X Key, Square

I21748X Washer 25/32 × 1-5/8 × 16 Ga

174901X4I 8 C_nsole, Shift

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd I/4 Zinc

Rod Bypass

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 une × 1

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-18 unc

Spacer Retainer

Washer I3/32 × 2 × 10 Ga.

Bolt Cart Sh 3/8-I6 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

Nut He<Flange Look

Link Transaxle

Pedal Assy, Reverse, with Pad

Arm Control Pedal Reverse

Bracket Frest Pdl CtrL Hyd

Bracket Mtg. Pedal Control

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-I6 une × 3/4

Nut Crownloek 7/I6-14 unc

Washer Nylon 11/I8 ID x .060

Pedal Forward

Arm Control Pedal Forward

Bolt Pivot Spacer

Cam Reverse Pedal LT

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-I 8

Washer Serrated 5/16 x .75

Strap Torque

Actuator Cruise Disengage

Pawl Control Cruise

Lever _ntrol Cruise

Sector C_ntrol Cruise

Bolt Shoulder 3/8-16 unc 1/44

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-I 8

Arm Mtg. Cruise Sector

Screw Thdrol 5/I 8 × 1/2

Spring Return Cruise Control

Nut Centedook I/4-20 unc

Bolt Fin He;< 1/4-20 une x 3/4

Bracket Anti-Rotation CVX

Screw 5/16-18 × 5/8 TT Yellow

Screw 3/8-16 x .75

Screw 5/16-18 × 1

Washer

Clip Retainer

Screw, 5/I8-18 x I/2TT

Pad, Reverse Pedal

C_ver Pedal Forward

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

1inch =254 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

184706

169840

169839

6266H

I21748X

12000029

175121

STD551137

73940800

136518

145212

177883

17060612

180580

10040600

155105

152927

175139)(418 Wheel Steering

Axle Asm

Spindle Asm LH

Spindle Asm RH

Bearing Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 × I-5/8 x I6 Ga.

Ring Klip Ift5304-75

Link Drag

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut He:<Jam Toplock I/2-20 unf

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Shaft Asm. Steering

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Rod Tie

Washer Lock Hlcl Spr 3/8

Bushing Strg

Screw

175140)(418 Insert Cap Strg Wh

STD541537 Lock nut Center 3/8-24

159945 Adaptor Wheel Strg

I74530)(418 Boot Steering

I21749X Washer 25/32 1 I/4x 16Ga.

I84946)(505 Cap Spindle

160367

72140618

169827

175146

19182411

169835

173966

175118

175553

19121214

Spacer Brace Axle

Bolt, Rdod Sq 3/8- I6 unc × 2-1/4

Axle, Brace

Steering Asm.

Washer 9/I6 ID x 1-1/20D 11 Ga.

Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

Washer Flat .781 x I-I/2 x .I 5

Bolt Shoulder 7/I6-20 uoc

Clip Steering

Washer 3/8 × 3/4 × 14 Ga.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

112

OPTIONALEQUIPMENT

Spark A_es_

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 175439X505

2 171875

4 149723

5 146699

6 146700

8 171877

10 146629

13 24-041-49

14 146456

16 11050600

17 17060624

23 169837

25 17544IX505

DESCRIPTION

Control Throttle

Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #I3-16 x 3/4

Engine, Kohl Model CV674-75574

(See Engine Breakdown)

Muffler Asm Twin Lo-Tone

Pipe Exhaust LH

Pipe Exhaust Rid

Bolt 5/I6-16 unc x 3/4 wiSems

Shield Heat

Muffler Gasket

Tube Drain oil

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Screw Thdrol 3/6-16 x I-I/2

Shield Heat

Choke Control

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

26 73920600 Nut, Keps 3/6-24 unf

29 I37180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Sern)

31 179022 Tank Fuel 4.0 Rear

32 I79124X426 Cap Asm Fuel

33 I23487X Clamp Hose Black

37 6543R Line Fuel

38 181654 Plug Drain Oil Easy

41 I39277 Stem Tank Fuel

45 17000612 Screw idexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

10I M73030800 Nut Flange M6-I.25

112 3645J Bushing

116 I84362 Nut Hex Flange ToplockM8-1,25

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

\\\\

....-.-16

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 175134

2 14055I

3 STD523710

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 12418IX

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 182493

11 177957

12 121246X

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Seat 13 I21248X

Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 14 72050412

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 uncx 1 15 I21249X

Washer 13/32 x 1 x I0 Ga. 16 I23740X

Clip Push-In 17 I23976X

Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-I6 unc 18 I24238X

Spring Seat Cprsn 21 17I 852

Strew 3/8-I6 × 1-1/2 22 STD541431

Washer 13/32 x 1 x I4 Ga. 24 19171912

Pan Seat 25 I27018X

Knob Seat Adi.Wingnut

Bracket Mounting Switch

DESCRIPTION

Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x I-I/2

Spacer Split 28× .86 Zinc

Spring Cprsn Plate 1.310 Ga.

Nut Lock I/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Cap Spring Seat

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-I 8 unc

Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/I6-16

Washer 17/32 × 1-3/I 6 × 12 Ga.

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-I 8 × 62

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

1inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 174969

2 138047

3 188329

4 188330

5 180978

6 148048

7 180978

8 178455

9 186574

10 156439

1I 177375

12 178482

13 133644

14 175291

8 26

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Reflector, LH 15 174970

Decal, Battery, Diehard, Sears 16 177890

Decal, Hood RH 17 177955

Decal, Hood LH 18 177914

Decal, Seat Craftsman 20 149516

Decal, V-Belt, Drive Schematic 21 186331

Decal, Hood 22 177889

Decal, Deck, Caution 23 I87880

Decal, Replacement Hood 26 181470

Decal, Fender, Danger - - 174998X4I 8

Decal, Pacel, Dash - - 175542X4I 8

Decal, Mower, Heavy-Duty - - 138311

Decal, Replacement Parts - - 169210

Decal, V-Belt, Schematic - - I86994

- - I86995

fi5

lj.._ 12

---1

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Reflector, RH

Decal, Steering Wheel

Decal, Fender, Cruise

Decal, Engine, Kohler

Decal, Battery

Decal, Hood, Side Panel

Decal, Grille

Decal, Engine

Deca% Deck level

Pad, Footrest, ST/LT, LH

Pad, Footrest, ST/LT, RH

Decal Handle Lit Height Adjust

Decal By-Pass

Manual, Owner's, English

Manual, Owner's, Spanish

WHEELS &TIRES

2 _ 5,8

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

59192

85139

I06222X

59904

I06732X417

278H

9040H

8 I06108X417

9 I22082X

10 7152J

11 I04757X417

-- 144334

Cap Valve Tire

Stem Valve

Tire FTs 15 x 8 0 - 8 Service

Tube Front (Service Item Only)

Rim Asm 8" front Service

Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

Rim Asm 8" rear Service

Tire R Ts 20 × 10-8 C Service

Tube Rear (Service Item Only)

Cap Axle BIk I 50 x I 00

Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

16 17

]ifFrh,1 pc,stlL7

KEY PART

NO. NO.

I 179504

2 159478

3 178981

4 12000002

5 19211621

6 120183X

7 175830

II 175370

I2 175371

I3 4939M

I5 175562

I8 73350800

I7 175689

I8 73800800

20 163552

DESCRIPTION

Plunger Assembly

Shaft Assembly. Lilt

Pin, Groove

E-Ring

Washer 21/32x I ×21 Ga.

Bearing Nylon

Grip, Handle, Fluted

Link, Lift, LH.

Link, Lift, R.H.

Retainer Spring

Plate Asm Suspension Front

Nut Hex Jam I/2-13 unc

Trunnion Front Susp.

Nut Lock wiWsh I/2-13 unc

Retainer Spring

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

31 176205 Trunion Sups. Arm.

32 175994 Nut Lift Link 7/16-20

36 155097 Pointer Height indicator

37 I23935X Plug Hole

38 17060516 Screw 5/16-I8 × 1

40 19112410 Washer11/32×1-1/2×10Ga

41 I55098 Indicator Height Stir

49 I45212 Nut Hex/Large Lock

51 19171416 Washer17/32 × 7/8 ×16 Ga.

52 I75378 Arm Suspension Rear LH

53 I75802 Arm Suspension Rear RH

54 175560 Pin Flange

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

132

116

112

21,

114

, 110 I

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

180358

138017

4939M

178024

174365

173921

180054

13 174360

14 174358

15 110485X

18 174493

17 72110610

18 72140505

19 132827

20 174378

2I 73680500

24 105304X

25 178102

28 110452X

27 180655)(428

28 19111016

29 131491

30 173984

3I 129963

32 177865

3,3 178342

38 19131316

37 177968

39 174375

42 165723

43 174373

45 180806

48 137729

47 180808

48 174368

49 73680600

50 72110612

DeckWeldment Mower 48

Bracket Asm., Sway Bar

Retainer Spring

Bar Sway Deck

Bolt 7/I6 Asm. Blade

{The following blades are

available)

Blade, 48" Mulching (For mulching

mowers onFy)

Blade, 48" Hi-Lift (For bagging

and discharge)

Shaft Mandrel Asm. Greaseable

Housing Mandrel

Bearing Ball Mandrel

Stripper Mandrel Deck

Bolt RDHD Sq Neck 3/8-I8 × 125

Bolt, Carriage 5/I 8-I8 x 5/8

Bolt, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/I 8-18

Baffle, Vortex Mower

Nut, Crownleck 5/18-I8 unc

Cap, Sleeve

Spring, Torsion

Nut, Push

Deflector Shield

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 × 18 Ga.

Rod Hinge

Screw, Thdroll

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Fig.Top Lock Cntr. 9/I6

Washer 13/32 x I3/18 × I6 Ga

Pulley, idler

Pulley, Idler, Driven

Spacer, Retainer

Arm, Idler Secondary

Cover, Mandrel Deck

Screw, Thdroll 1/4-20 x 5/8

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt Mower, Primary

Nut, Crownleck 3/8-I8 unc

Bolt, Cart 3/8-18 × 1-1/2 Gr 5

KEY PART

NO. NO.

52 175820

54 74780618

55 72140608

56 155986

57 156941

72 19131312

91 180535

92 73800600

94 176066

95 180534

97 178515

98 179479

99 184058

100 72110618

110 175016

112 174387

113 72110508

114 174384

115 174609

118 184219

117 174873

118 73930600

119 19121414

12I 174371

122 174606

128 174372

130 17000618

132 17000612

182 179127

183 163552

184 173979

-- 174356

181579

DESCRIPTION

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-I6 unc x I Gr. 5

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-I6 unc x 1

Bar Pnt Adj.

Pin Head Rivet

Washer I3/32 × 13/I6 x 12 Ga.

Bracket Asm Noseroller RH

Nut Lock He;<wtlns 3/8-18 uric

Noseroller

Bracket Asm Noseroller LH

Washer Hardened

Spring Primary Drive

Pulley Idler"V"

Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-I6 unc x 2

Arm Spring Secondary

Link Tension Relief Lever

Bolt Carr. 5/I 8-18 x 3/4

Tension Asm Relief Lever

Arm Spring Tension Relief

Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-I8 unc

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 × 14 Ga.

Spring Se_ndary Drive

Bushing Pivot Tension Relief

Arm, Idler, Primary Deck

Screw 3/8-16 x I

Screw 3/8-16 x .75

Rod Roller Nose

Retainer Spring

Keeper Belt Idler

Mandrel Asm. Service (Includes

Key Nos. I3-15)

Replacement Mower, Complete

(Std. Deck - Order separately

nose roller components key nos.

9I_ 94-95, I32_ I82-I83)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

.124

123

_128

"I-

Ill

-4

| !

Z m

_i'-

:o m

-,4

_95 \gg

_100

6-Sealant (Joint d' etancheite)

57-20W50 Oil - 78x80Z (OZ de 78.820 d' Huge)

127 - Seal and O-ring Kit (Phoque 0 Sonne Jeu)

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HYDRO GEARTRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 336-0510

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 68 178782

2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 69 170415

3 170353 Center Section, Aasembly 70 170416

4 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 71 170417

5 169898 Block - Aasembly

6 170355 Sealant 10.50z 72 170418

7 170356 He;< Flange Screw I/4-20 X 1.25

8 170357 Stud, 5/I6-24 He;<Double End 73 142884

9 170358 Shaft, input 74 170419

10 170359 Ring - Retaining 75 170420

11 170360 Spacer

12 169870 Ring - Retaining 76 170421

13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 77 170422

14 169869 Ball Brg 17ram Id X 40ram Od X 78 I42969

12ram 79 142980

18 170362 He;< Flange Head Screw 5/I 8- 80 I50778

24X0.75

17 170363 Lip Seal I8 X 32 X 7 81 170423

18 178781 Arm, Control 82 170424

19 150771 Bearing 30;<52x13 ThrusI

23 170365 Chock Plug Aasembly. Washer 83 I61 I68

24 170368 Shaft, Motor 84 170425

27 170367 Gear - Pinion I3t 85 170426

28 170368 10d48t Gear 87 I42917

29 170369 Gear, 10I Jockshaft 88 170429

30 170370 8Ot Bull Gear 90 170430

3I 17037I Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X 825 93 I70431

32 170389 SleeveBearing(Outboard) 94 178783

.75xl .750x.625 95 178784

33 1899I Washer, 3/4 Id X I-I/20d X I3

Thk 96 178786

34 170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal 97 178787

35 170391 Shaft, A;<le.75 X 11.39 (Key, RH.) 98 178789

38 170392 Shaft, A;<le75 X 16.99 (Key, LH.) 99 178792

37 150792 Miter Gear (Splined) 100 I78793

38 150793 Miter Gear I5t (05 Id) 10I I78794

39 150809 Shaft 102 I78795

40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 103 178796

4I 170394 Pin, Jackshaft 107 I70432

42 170395 Magnet Ring 108 I70433

43 170398 Spring, Bypass

44 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 109 170434

Long 11I I70435

45 170397 Filter 113 I70437

48 170398 Base Filter 114 I78797

47 170399 Actuator, Bypass 118 I70438

48 170400 Rod Bypass Actuator 117 I78799

49 17040I Arm, Bypass 119 I70439

50 170402 Retaining Ring.250 External 120 170440

5I 170403 Seal, Lip .74I X .250 X .250 Te 12I I70441

52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X I .O Od X 05

Thk 122 I70442

53 170405 Retaining Ring 123 178800

54 170408 Bearing Center Block 124 I70444

55 18977 Spring - Helical Compression

56 18978 Washer 125 I70445

57 150798 20w-50 Oil 128 I70446

58 170407 Brake Yoke 127 I70447

59 170408 Rotor, Brake 128 I73165

60 142883 Brake Puck 130 I78802

6I 142882 Puck Plate 13I 178803

62 18887 Brake Actuating Pin 132 I78804

63 170410 Hlhcs 1t4-20;<2W/Pateh, 133 184227

SpocialFlange 134 I78808

64 142892 Bolt, I/4-20 X I W/Patch 900 I73839

65 170411 Spacer

68 170412 Spring, Brake Arm Bias

67 170413 Sq. Hd Bait 5/16-24-Ribbed

Arm, Brake

Slotted He;<Nut 5/18-24

C_tter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

C_mpreasion Spring Brake Anti-

Drag

Washer, Ht 5 I.D. X I O.D. X

.082

Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/80.D

Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

Check Plug Aasembly, .027,

Washer

Stud, 5/18-24 Friction Pack

Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

Spring, Helical C_mp

Spacer

Hex Lock Nut 5/18-24Unjf(Nylon

Insert)

Wedge, Friction Pack

Clip, Washer .316;<1.50;<1048

(Plated)

Pin, Standard Headless

Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32Tube

Hose, E;<paasion Tank

Cap - Poppet Valve

Bolt, SelfTapping 10-32 X 1/2

Puck, InnerWedge

Spring Clip - Housing Thrust

Bearing, Ball

Screw, Socket Head Cap 5/I 6-

24XI -I/2

Spacer, Locating

Screw, SFHCS 5/18-I8 X1

Arm Return

Puck, Adjusting

Washer, .24 ID X 1.80 OD X .239

Spring, Extension

Spacer .280 ID X .560 OD X .870

Bracket, Torque

Deflector

Washer, Motor Shaft .711d;<1.15od

;<.O30thk

Plug, Sae If6

O-Ring .07 X .30I I.D.

Bracket, Support Expansion Tank

Spring

Silicon Sponge

Pin Spring

Fan, 7 In.

Pulley

Hex Lock Nut I/2-20 (Nylon

Insert)

Washer, Belleville

Belt Keeper

Center Section-Filter-Bypass

Assembly

Filter Assembly

Fan - Pulley Service Assembly

Seal - O-Ring Kit

Kit, Expansion Tank

Stud Ball

Bracket, Cruise Damper

Hex Nut 5/I6-18 NC

Damper

Washer, Helical Spring Lock 5/I6

Traasaxle Complete

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-g33 O3-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 1 24_032_01uS

(Includes 2-4) 2

2 24-041_23-S Gasket, breather

3 24-096-87-S Cover. breather 3 24294q3-S

4 25-139 60-S Plug, allen hd. 1/8" 4 24380q3-S

5 M_645020_S Screw, hex. flange 5 24067 _13-S

M6xl .Ox20 (4) 24 067q 4S

6 25-351_01-S Lifter, valve (4) 6 24_874_09_S

7 24-755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes 24-87415S

8.11,12) 2487410_S

8 24411_05-S Rod, push (4)

9 24-04140-S Gasket, cylinder head (2) 24 874q 1S

10 24_31B_70_S Head assembly. #2 cylinder 7 24108 08_S

11 25-186-01-S Arm. rocker (4) 24 108 09_S

12 24-599_01-S Pivot, rockerarm (4) 24108 10_S

13 24 072 og-S Stud, cylinder head 8 2401801 S

M8×l.25x20, 9 12422_09 S

M10xl .5x33.105 mm long (8) 12422_ 13S

" 12422_07 S

14 24 468 16-S Washer, feat8 mm (8)

15 24 100 10-S Nut, hex. flange M8_1.25 (B) 12422_08_S

12422_10_S

16 M_640034-S Screw, hex. flange 12422q 1uS

M6x1.0x34 (4) 12-422_12_S

17 24_755_74-S Kit, valve cover _plain

(Includes 18,19) 10 24_012 10_S

18 24_153-16-S O-Ring 11 52_139_09S

19 24_086_32-S Screw, shoulder M6xl.0x3O 12 M_545010-S

20 24445_01-S _ap, lifting 13 2401804_S

14 24 402_05 S

21 24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2)

24-016_02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) (2) 15 12-153_01 S

16 24-126 19 S

22 24-017_01-S Valve, intake (Std.) (2)

24-017_02-S Valve, intake (.25) (2) 17 12_123 04_S

23 24-032_05-S Seal, valve stem (2) 18 M_545016-S

24 235011-S Retainer, spring (4)

25 24_089 O2-S Spring, valve (4) 19 12-15302-S

26 12_173 Ol-S Cap, valve spring (4) 20 24_038 04-S

27 12_755 O3-S Kit. retainer (4)

28 24_318 67-S Head assembly. #1 cylinder 21 24_75546_S

29 24_755 76_S Kit. valve cover _breather 22 25 153 02-S

" 23 24_018_09S

(Incl. 18,19,30)

30 25_31303_S Grommet, tubber 24 M831010-S

31 24-75557-S Kit, breather separator 25 28032_09_S

(Includes 30,32-35) 26 24 468q 5S

32 M_545016_S Screw, hex, flange 27 24_144_38_S

M5x0.Sxl 6 (2)

33 24445 O2_S Strap, breather

34 24-12644_S Bracket, breather separator

35 24 112 12_S Spacer

36 24-326_55-S Hose, breather

Seal, front oil

Crankcase

(USE: Miniblock 24 782 14)

Fitting

Pin, locating (6)

Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

Piston wiring Set (Std.) (2)

(Includes 7,8)

Piston wiring set (.08)

Piston wiring Set (.25) (2)

Piston wiring Set (.50) (2)

Ring Set (Std. & .08) (2)

Ring Set (.25) (2)

Ring Set (.50) (2)

Retainer, piston pin (4)

Shim. camshaft (A.R.)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Shim. camshaft (A.R.)

Shim. camshaft

Shim. camshaft (A.R.)

Camshdt

Plug, cup

Screw. hex. flange

M5x0.8xl 0 (2)

Retainer, reed (2)

Reed, breather (2)

O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

Breeket, oil flit tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw. hex. flange

M5x0.8xl 6

O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

Dipstick assembly (Includes

21,22)

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 22)

O-Ring, dipstick

Retaine£ ring

Washe£ nylon (top)

Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer (bottom)

Shaft, governor cross

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 54_755-15uS Kit, grass screen

_ncludes 2u4,and 24 113 18-

2. M-403025-S Screw. he×.cap M4×0.7x25 (4)

3. X_25_92-S Washer, plain 5/16" (4)

4. 24q 12-04 S Spacer, grass screen (4)

5. 25u086-47uS Bolt, shoulder M6 X1.0 X16

S(4)

6. 24q 57-08 S Fan

7. 12u086-14uS Screw, he×.flange

M10x1.5x46

8. 12 468-03 S Washer, plain 3/8".

9. X42 u15-S Key

10. 24u025-01uS Flywheel

11. 25-403-03S Rectifier-ragulator

12. X_2592-S Washer, plain 3/16"(2)

13. 24u086-18 S Screw. phillips hd. 11-16x7/8

(_2)

14. 236602-S Connector (3 contact)

15. 12 132-06_S SparkPlug (2)

16. M-548025-S Screw. hex. cap M5xO.Sx25 (2)

17. 54u755-ogus Kit, 15 amp stator (Includes

18)

18. 24q 26-71S Bracket, stator wire

19. 235173-S Clip, cable

20. 48q 54-02uS Clip, cable

21. X_2563-S Washer, plain 1/4"

22. 24584-25-S Module, ignition (2)

23. M-561025-S Screw. hex. flange M5xO.Sx25

(4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

u_ X_22q 1AS Washer, lock 1/4"

u_ 24176-82uS Harness, wiring

24u518-12uS Lead, black (rect. reg. 5" u12

gauge insulated grip barrel

eyelets)

u_ 24q 13-18S Decal, grass screen

u_ 25u454-03 S Tie, wire (3)

1. 24 027q 14-S Housing, blower (Includes 2)

2. 24q00u01 S Nut plastic (2)

3. Mu545020-S Screw, hex. flange MSx0.8x20

4. Mu545016-S Screw, hex. flange MSx0.8x16

5. Mu551016-S Screw, he×. flange M5×0.8×16

6. Mu645016-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16

(6)

7. 24 146q 6uS Plate, backing - # 2 side

8. 24 146 20 S Plate, backing -# 1 side

9. 24u063_20 S Baffle, cylinder barrel u# 2

side

10. 24u063 23-S Baffle, valley- #1 side

11. Mu545010-S Screw, hex. flange MSx0.8x10

(2)

12. 24u063_58uS Baffle. cylinder barrel u# 1

side

13. 24u063 14uS Baffle, valley- #2 side

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24 096 85S Cover. blower housing

25 086 91uS Screw, tapping (2)

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 54u755-01uS Kit, knob with seal

(Includes 2,3)

2. 25341u03S Knob, cover

3. 24 153_20_SO-Ring

4. 24 096_67 S Cover. air cleaner

5. 12-100-01-S Wing Nut

6. 2409601 S Cover. inner air cleaner

7. 24u032 03-S Seal, inner air cleaner

8. 47 083 03-S Element, air cleaner

9. 24 083_02uS Pracleaner, element

10. 24 109 10 S Cup, fuel spit-back

11. 24041_13-S Gasket. fuel spit back cup

12. 2409433-S Base, aircleaner

13. 24041 14uSGasket, aircleaner base

14. 24q64u51uS Manifold, intake-plastic

(Includes 15,16)

15. 24041 52uS Gasket, carburetor

16. 24 153 27uS O-Ring, intake port

17. Mu651055-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x55

(4)

18. 24 126 130_S Bracket, air cleaner

19. Mu545010-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x10

(2)

20. 24u06351uS Baffle, fuel spitback

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

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STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

M-839080_S

25_098_09uS

25 086 113-S

25u435-05 S

25-755-33 S

25 141 05S

25u221-01uS

OIL PAN/LU BRICATION

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

24u211-03S

24 090-33 S

M-641060-S

24u089-01uS

25u158-08_S

24-079-04 S

25 158_11S

M-545016-S

M-547050_S

24 089_03_S

24 126-56 S

M-645016-S

12_237_01S

24 086-43 S

X_20_1_S

M-541050-S

24_468-01 S

24 090-0TS

M-446030_S

24090-13S

M-545020_S

24 090-05uS

41_468-03 S

M-403025-S

24 079-02 S

24089-51 S

24u089-45uS

Screw. hex. flange

M8x1.25x80 (2) 1 24q 99 07uS

Starter, solenoid shift

assembly (Includes 37) 2 24u393-08uS

Screw, external torx hd. (3)

Kit, solenoid (Includes 3) 3 24 123-05 S

Kit, pinion drive (Includes 6) 4 24q53_01uS

Ring 5 Mu631005-S

Kit, brush 6 Mu645025-S

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, rd. hd.eq. neck

M6x1.0x25

Lever_governor

Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0

Spring, linkage

Bushing, linkage retaining

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, throttle linkage

Screw. hex. flange

M5x0.Sxl 6

Nut, hex. lock MSx0.8

Spring, choke return

Bracket, control

Screw. hex. flange

M6x1.0xl 6 (4)

Clamp. cable (2)

Screw. thread forming (2)

Washer. lock 1/4"

Nut, hex. flange M5×0.8

Washer. plain 5.5 mm (3)

Lever, throttle actuator

Nut, hex. M4×0.7

Lever. throttle control

Screw. hex. flange

M5x0.Sx20

Lever, choke

Washer. spring 1/4"

Screw. hex. cap M4×0.7x25

Linkage, choke

Spring, throttle limiter

Spring, governor

DESCRIPTION

7 24 162-26-S

8 24-043 12uS

9 12-380_01_S

10 52-448 02-S

11 12-144 02-S

12 24u153-08_S

13 25 139u62-S

14 24u755 52uS

15 24 136u05 S

16 24 594 24S

17 24041 29_S

18 52_050_02_S

19 52_032_08 S

20 24u086 _17_S

21 24u086 16uS

22 25 139u57uS

Pan, oil assembly

(Includes 2q 1)

Oil pump assembly (Includes

3,4)

Tube, oil pickup

O-Ring, oil pump

Washer, plain 6 mm (2)

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25 (2)

Screen, oil

Kit, governor gear w/pin

(Includes 9)

Pin, governor regulating

Tab, locking

Shaft, governor gear

O-Ring

Plug, he×.ctsk. 3/8"

Kit, oil cooler (Includes 15

17)

Nipple, oil filter

Cooler assembly, oil

Gasket, oil filter adapter

Filter, oil

Seal, oil (PTO end)

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45 (9)

Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

N.RT.R

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12 454 03S Tie, wire

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

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CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24u014-42S Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2 52q39-09uS Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24u041-49uS Gasket, exhaust (2)

2 25u072-04uS Stud, Max1.25x33 (4)

- - PA-75574 Replacement Engine

- - 24_522-126 Short Block

- - 24782-14 Miniblock

- - 24u755-108-S Gasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24u853_61uS

24041u52uS

24u053 61

4 24u041 14-S

5 Mu629095-S

6 Mu641060-S

7 47 154u01 S

8 24u353 03_S

9 25237 u14_S

10 24u086 12uS

11 24 393_ 16uS

12 24u100u01 S

13 15 353_04_S

14 24_050 02uS

52 353 22uS

NOT ILLUSTRATED

Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

(Includes 2u4)

Gasket, carburetor

Carburetor assembly

(For information only not

available separately)

(Service with kits 24-757q 8-

S, 24-757q 9uS,24 757-20 u

S, & 24-757u22 S)

Gasket, air cleaner base

Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)

Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 (2)

Clip, cable ,,

Line, fuel 10-5/8 (2)

Clamp, hose (6)

Screw. hex. cap. M6x1.7x18

(2)

Pump, fuel - pulse

Nut, plastic (2)

Line, fuel 11-1/2"

Filter, fuel

Line, fuel 12-1/2"

24 431 01 S

24 757-36-S

24 757-38-S

24 747-44uS

24 757-45_S

24 757-46uS

24u757u47uS

Sleeve, insulating

Kit, service choke repair

Kit, service gasket repair

Kit, float

Kit, solenoid valve

Kit, overhaul

Kit, accelerator pump

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

_ 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.

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

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

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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