Craftsman 917273014 tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

CRRFTSMRN°

20 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

6 SPEED

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.273014

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and fellow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am 5pm Mon Sat

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

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

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

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

Product Specifications ............................ 5

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

Operation ............................................. 12

Maintenance Schedule ....................... 18

Maintenance ........................................ 18

Service and Adjustments ..................... 23

Storage ................................................ 29

Troubleshooting .................................. 30

Repair Parts ......................................... 34

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

tained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

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

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

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

To locate the nearest sears service center or to schedule in-home warranty service,

simply contact sears at 1-800-4-my-home

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

may vary from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

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 gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

• Oo 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 nottry to stabilize:the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the, watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

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

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oi_ 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.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Step machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

ALook for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEAWARE!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

ACAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always

disconnect spark plug wire and place

wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

ACAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

ACAUTION: 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 s_ope. 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.

AWARNING" The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

)ILTYPE SAE 10W30

_,PI-SF/SG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.2PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.7PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND SPEED LO: HI:

(MPH): 0.7 1.7

1.4 3.3

2.3 5.4

REVERSE: 0.9 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15AMPS @ 3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BA'I-FERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependabil-

ity and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center. We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to

service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is

available on this product. Contact your

nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

AWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). It a spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the m_ftler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Department (See

REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

Steering_

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

Steering Sleeve

Extension

Seat

(1)Washer

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

_(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Mower

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop)

(3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

Gauge Wheels

(2) Shoulder Bolts

_(2) Wheels

(2) Centerlock Nuts

(2) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

Video Cassette

--t

Keys

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

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

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

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

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheal).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

• Remove mower and packing materials.

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID :

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing Straight forward.

• Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

• Align tabs andpress steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering

wheel.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

• Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

_ _-F_ Steering

%,,_F-_ Wheel Insert

Hex Bolt

_Lock Washer

_ Stceaepitng Wheel

Steering _ . T

Sleeve _ abs

Extension I

Steering Shaft

Steering

Sleeve

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

Lift hood to raised position.

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 instructions).

°_-t .- , • ,

. Label

INSTALLSEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

• Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

..atw %o,.o

S,ou,ooroo,,

Adjustment _ ._;_J"

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor oft the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

&WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual, Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold, Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway

bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to

left side of mower deck.

• Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

• Install one front link in top hole of the

R.H. front mower bracket and R.H. front

suspension bracket. Retain with two

single loop retainer springs as shown.

• Install second front link in L.H. front

suspension bracket only and retain

with single loop retainer spring as

shown.

• Turn height adjustment knob counter-

clockwise until it stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

• Place the L.H. suspension arm on

inward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

• Slide left side of mower back and install

the unattached front link in top hole of

the L.H. front mower bracket. Retain

with single loop retainer spring as

shown.

• Place the R.H. suspension arm on

inward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

• Turnheightadjustment knob clockwise

to remove slack from mower suspen-

sion.

• Raise mower to highest position.

• Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the

Operation section of this manual).

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL

MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion, mower drive, and

mower blade drive belts in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See 'qO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

Shoulder Gauge

Bolt ,_ Wheel

Double Loop Retainer Front Mower

Spring (Inward Bracket

pointing deck pins)

Suspension Front

Chassis Arms Link

Bracket "_;

Front Link

3/8-16

Center

Locknut

Double Loop

Retainer Spring

Use Pliers for

Retainer Springs

/ \ Loop

Down

Anti-Sway Bar

Idler Pulley

Retainer Spring

Deflector

Shield

TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

• Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

• Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

&CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow

it to rest on plate while in operation.

Deflector

Shield _-/_ Mulcher

_'_'_ /Plate

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

NOTE: The mulcher blades will dis-

charge and bag grass, but for best

bagging and discharging install the high

performance blades.

• Remove mulcher plate and mulcher

blades and install high performance

blades, (see BLADE REMOVAL in the

MAINTENANCE section of this

manual).

• Store mulcher blades and mulcher

plate in a safe place. Your mower is

now ready for discharging or installa-

tion of optional grass catcher acces-

sory.

CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you

receive the best performance and

satisfaction from this quality product.

Please 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

tightened securely.

/ All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

/ Be sure mower deck is properly

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

best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

# Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around

pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

/Engine oil is at proper level.

/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

/ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

r:- A

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE

,A.

LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP 1 _

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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 end adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Ammeter

Throttle Control

Clutch/Brake

Ignition

Switch Position

Attachment

Switch

Lift Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Choke

Control g Brake

Height _ :lange Shift Lever

Adjustment

Knob

Gear Shift 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

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to control

engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a

cold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed

and direction of the tractor.

RANGESHIFT LEVER: Allows high (H)

and low (L) speed for all forward and

reverse gears.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower 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.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

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

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET 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 willl shut off the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Push-In

Choke

Control

Throttle

Control_

=Brake"

Polition

c,u&ra o

"Drive" Position

STOPPING

,, Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE-

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to

idle before stopping may cause engine

to "backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key

when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

,_.CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

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.

CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob

out. Slowly push knob in to disen-

gage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK-

WARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Move gearshift and range shift levers

to desired position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (F_) to raise

cutting height.

• Tum knob counterclockwise (b,-_)to

14 lower cutting height.

Thecuttingheightrangeis approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being

mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat

level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section o1this

manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut po-

sition, gauge wheels should be as-

sembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropri-

ate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer,

and 3/8-16 locknut and tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge

wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheel _'_ ",, ,y_

Mounting l'l Lt (_l,_l_ "'_'_

Bracket __ IL _ --( '_-

' J

3/8 Washer --__. _/

..... "_."._h_ .,Shoulder

_auge Wheel _.,J" _t

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.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift

control.

• Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

_llgage attachment clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To

Lever High

Position

_Low

Position

Shield

PushlnTo

"Disenga_

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_ILCAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide provided at the back of this

manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and

range shift lever to low (L) position. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift!to highest

position with attachment lilt control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more

than five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hooi:l is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to. tractor (rope,

cord, etc.).

TOWINGCARTSANDOTHERAT-

TACHMENTS

Towonlythe attachmentsthatare

recommendedby andcomplywith

specificationsof themanufacturerofyour

tractor.Usecommonsensewhentowing.

Tooheavyof aload,whileon aslope,is

dangerous.Tirescanlosetractionwith

thegroundandcauseyouto losecontrol

ofyourtractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECKENGINEOILLEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

• Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap

onto the tube. Remove and read oil

level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do

not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-

ness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use

fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to

_wIP insure good cold weather starting.

ARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 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.

_,CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the 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.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

• 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.

• 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 control

out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F AND

ABOVE)

• 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 ° FAND

BELOW)

• When engine starts, slowlypush choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. Continue to push the choke

control in small steps allowing the

engine 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 tempera-

ture.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may

require the choke control be pulled out

slightly.

NOTE: 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 '90 ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• Use the runner on the right side of the

mower as a guide. The blade cuts

approximately an inch outside the •

runner.

• The lett hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu- •

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the •

second to the desired 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 pedormance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean after each use.

• Thespecial mulching bladewill recutthe

grass clippings many times and reduce

them in size so that as they fall onto the

lawn they will disperse into the grass and

not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass

will biodegrade quickly to provide nutri-

ents forthe lawn. Always mulch with your

highest engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed to the direct sun.

For best results, adjust the mower cutting

height so that the mower cuts off only the

top one-third of the grass blades. For

extremely heavy mulching, reduce your

width of cut on each pass and mow

slowly.

Certain types of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be mulched

a second time to completely hide the

clippings. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first

cut path.

Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east _to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE*

REGULAR SERVICE ._ERVICE DATES

Check Brake Operation If V'

Check Tire Pressure V*

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners _7 V p

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _,

Lubrication Chart .

T Check Battery Level

R Clean Battery and]Terminals I_

Check Transaxle Cooling if

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s

v'°

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level I_

Change Engine OII _1.2r3 I1_

i NE CleanAlrF'lter

Clean Air Screen

G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

i _ Replace Oit Filter (If equipped) I1_._

Clean Engine Cooling Fins 1_2

Replace Spark Plug V' I_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge V'2

Replace Fuel FUter. V*

1 - Char.gin m_rl* often when operatir, g up,tier a heavy load or in high ambient tarnpetalures 5. If equipped with adjustable lystlm.

2 - Servk=o more often when operating i_ dk'ty or dusty conditlo_s. 6 - Not required if equipped with maintena_ce-ftel battery.

3 - If _lU_Oped wJlh oi4filter, ahange oil every 50 hours. 7 - Tightlm front axle pivc4 bolt to 35 h.-)t_, maximum¸

4. Replac e bledl)s Ilr_re omen when rt'owin g in sa,'=dy Soil Do nOl overtighten

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

® Tie Rod BallJoints

(_ Spindle ___) Spindle

_)Front Wheel ,-_ "_=_\ _-_)Fron_'

Bearing ' _-------" _L Bearir

Zerk F " 13,

@Steering.._ _ I\ b

Sect°r/ _. , 1 _V

Gear _' J_ _"h'_

TeethI I ;:L I I I \

_)Check/ I _- _", ::-';_:: I I

Add _T

"rransax,eL.i ---'--T__J

Wheel

Bearing Zerk

@Engine

Fluid

O SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil

(_ General Purpose Grease

® Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

® Spray silicone lubriant (Move Boots to

Lubricate)

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

18sparingly.

TRACTOR

Alwaysobserve safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated.

Mandrel Assembly

Trailing Edge Up

Blade Center

Hole

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

_f---_Hex Bolt,

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

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

cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions

supplied with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8" " e

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.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

• Block up rear axle securely.

• Remove left rear wheel by removing

hub bolts.

• Remove filler plug from transaxle. Oil

level must be even with plug threads. If

necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil,

API SF, SG or SH. Replace filler plug.

• Reassemble wheel to hub.

0 °

o_ _,_ Transaxle Filler,--_ Plug

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

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

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG, or SH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely,

replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT 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.

Air Screen _ _:Z Oil Drain Plug

__/_ - Oil Fill Cap/

Dipstick

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary.

Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

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.

• Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it to dry.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will

damage the cartridge.

• Remove nut and cartridge plate.

• Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartridge.

• Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

• Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

• Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

Foam

Cartridg_

Rubber Seal

Nut

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 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 carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp_ 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 automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

21engine life.

_CAUTION: Beforeperforminganyserviceoradjustments:

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

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come

in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

• Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Turn height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

• Lower mower to its lowest position.

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

• Remove retainer springs from suspen-

sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

• Raise attachment lift to its highest

position.

• Remove two retainer springs from each

front link and remove links.

• Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

• Slide mower out from under right side

of tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mountedon the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

Chassis

Bracket

Adjustment Lift

\ Links

Sus

Arms

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom of deck

curl to ground level at front corners of

mower. Distance "A" on both sides of

mower should be the same.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will

change mower height about 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom f_ [_ _-_ Bottom

edge of_l In_+J_ttl I/edg e°f

mower to_ IF_--_ -r_l V mower to

ground _\ V Ground Line _] JA]-grOund

Front Mower

Bracket

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway Bar

Retainer

Springs

Mower

Bracket

Retainer

Springs

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 housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "F" directly in front of

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge

of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower housing,

loosen nut "G" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "H"

against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower housing, loosen

nut "H" from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "G" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "H"

against trunnion on both front links.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will

change dim. "F" by approximately 3/8".

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

_andrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

• Park tractor on a level surface. Engage

parking brake.

• Remove screws from left hand mandrel

cover and remove cover.

• Roll belt over the top of left hand

mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys.

• Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

• Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and bolt in mower

housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

• Install belt in both idlers. Make sure

belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers

as shown.

• Install new belt onto electric clutch

pulley.

• Roll belt into upper groove of left hand

mandrel pulley.

• Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly and

inside belt keepers.

• Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

Screws Electric

If-_,

Idler

Clutch

Left _ _ Pulley

_nd ill / ,J Left Hand

...... "_,t ' Mandrel

Mandrel _ _ Mower

Cover Drive

Drive

Belt

Keepers

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake.

• Remove mower drive belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual).

• Remove screw_ from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover. Unhook

spring from bolt on mower housing.

• Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel

pulley.

• Remove belt from center mandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and L.H. mandrel

pulley.

• Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

• Check secondary idler arm and idler to

see that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

• Install new belt in lower groove of L.H.

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel.pulley as shown.

• Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley.

Make sure belt is in all grooves

properly.

• Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel

cover.

• Reinstall mower to tractor (See

"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"

in the Assembly section of this

manual).

• Reassemble mower drive belt (See

"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"

in this section of this manual).

Left Hand Mower Center

Mandrel Blade Mandrel

Belt

Right Hand

Mandrel

Cover

Idler Arm

Sway Bar

Bracket Screw

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

The electric clutch should provide years

of service. The clutch has a built-in brake

that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.

Eventually, the internal brake will wear

which may cause the mower blades to

not engage, or, to not stop as required.

Adjustments should be made by your

nearest authorized service center/

department.

• Make sure attachment clutch and

ignition switches are in "OFF" position.

• Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until

space between clutch plate and rotor

measures .012" at all three slot

locations cut in the side of brake plate.

NOTE: After installing a new electric

clutch, run tractor at full throttle and

engage and disengage electric clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate.

Rotor

c,utc.P,a o.2"

Nyonl_, Slot (3)-_..._ --_. I'

Locknut (3)_ I _ B_rake

_> _ Plata

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the left side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

• Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For ease of service there

is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom of left footrest. It is not necessary

to remove mower.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Engage parking brake (creates slack in

belt).

• Remove mower drive belt from electric

clutch pulley only (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of

this manual).

• Roll motion drive belt off transaxle

pulley.

• Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys, then

off engine pulley and front V-idler

pulley.

• Pull belt out of all belt keepers.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Place V part of belt into grooves on

engine pulley and front V-idler, making

sure to route belt inside of belt keepers.

• Put belt coming from V-idler above

midspan belt keeper, then onto

clutching idler pulleys as shown.

• Make sure V part of belt engages V-

idler.

• Place belt around transaxle pulley,

beginning at top. V part of belt should

engage transaxle pulley.

• Place long lower section of belt through

loop in midspan belt keeper.

• Check to be sure belt is on proper side

of all belt keepers.

• Reinstall mower drive belt onto electric

clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: Check brake adjustment.

Clutching Flat Idler. ClutchinG

Engine Above Belt_ eeper

per Transaxle

Pulley

Twists Belt

Keeper

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper

steering operation. Toe-in was set at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. If parts in the front axle or

steering mechanism have been replaced

or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if

necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN

• Position front wheels straight ahead.

• Measure distance between wheels at

front and rear of tires (dimensions "A"

and "B").

• Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to 1/

4" less than rear dimension "B".

TO ADJUST TOE-IN

• Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves

on tie rod.

• Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is 1/8"

to 1/4" less than dimension "B".

• Tighten am nuts securely.

A -,-

Adjustment Sleeves

Jam Nuts

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable

on your tractor. If damage has occurred to

affect the front wheel camber, contact

your nearest authorized service center/

department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal.

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL !

• Block rear axlesecurely.

• Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow

wheel removal_

• Repair tire and reassemble. Replace

and tighten hub bolts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Ring

Axle

Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

•qLCAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" 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 negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

"Positive" _":_r_ i ,_'_,5'_"Negativa"

REPLACING BATTERY

_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding

• Lift hood to raised position.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

• Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

• Reinstall terminal guard.

• First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

• Close terminal access doors.

• Close hood.

Terminal Keps Np_-"--_-_/Hex Bolt

Access ir"r_ !/I =,€_

Door_._ \ ,' I',F J

Posiuva

Terminal _ :,_,A_II_ (Red)

Guard __--_"_ "_/ Cable

LI_'_--._.Ne.g.ative (Black)

".!" .J Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

26 backside of the grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section•

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT

SPRING

• While holding spring bushing with

wrench, loosen jam nut.

• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to

extend spring and reduce lift effort for

heavier attachments.

•Tum adjustment bolt counterclockwise

for lighter attachments.

• Retighten jam nut against spring

bushing.

IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maximum

spring tension when using light attach-

ments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever

spring to aid in lifting attachment. Do not

overpower spring. When removing

attachment, always adjust spring tension

to its lowest position.

Adjustment Bolt S

Headlight Wire

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

• Check that speed cohtrol 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 Fuel Adjusting Idle speed Ijusting

Screw

Attachment Lift

Jam Nut Spring

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

Stop

Clamp

Choke Control

Cable

rhrottle

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:

• With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

• Remove air cleaner cover, filter and car-

tridge plate to expose carburetor choke

(See "AIR FILTER" in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• Choke should be closed. If itis not, loosen

casing clamp screw and move choke

cable until choke is completely closed.

Tighten casing clamp screw securely.

• Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed for Full

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 (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and

the seats in carburetor may result if screw is

turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

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

throttle control cable is adjusted properly

(see'ro ADJUST TH ROI-FLE CONTROL

CABLE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

• With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle in (clockwise) closing it finger tight

and then turn out (counterclockwise) 1

turn.

FINAL SETTING -'

• Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

• The high idle is set at the factory and

cannot be adjusted.

• Idle speed setting - With throttle control

lever in slow position, engine should idle

at 1200 RPM. If engine idles too slow or

fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or

out until correct idle is attained.

• Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn idle fuel

adjusting needle in (clockwise) until en-

gine speed decreases and then turn out

(counterclockwise) approximately 3/4

turn to obtain the best low speed perfor-

mance.

• Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces-

sary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (coun-

terclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until en-

gine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not

adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the eninge

governor, which is factory set for proper

engine speed. Overspeeding the engine

above the factory high speed settng can be

dangerous. Ifyou thinkthe engine-governed

high speed needs adjusting, contact your

nearest authorized service center/depart-

ment, which has proper equipment and

experience to make any necessary adjust-

ments.

Immediatelyprepareyourtractorfor

storageat the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more,

• ILCAUTION" Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a

building where fumes may reach an

open flame or spark. Allow the engine to

cool before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage,

battery may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of

storage, 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

FUELSYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential warm.

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. 29

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

• Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from

dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

! •

CAUSE

Out of fuel. •

Engine not "CHOKED" •

properly.

Engine flooded. •

Bad spark plug. •

Dirty air filter. •

Dirty fuel filter.

Water in fuel.

Loose or damaged wiring. ,1.

Carburetor out of adjustment •

• Engine valves out of •

adjustment.

• Dirty air filter. •

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery. •

• Dirty fuel filter. •

• Stale or dirty fuel. •

• Loose or damaged wiring. •

• Carburetor out of adjustment. •

• Engine valves out of •

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not •

depressed.

• Attachment clutch is •

engaged.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Blown fuse.

• Corroded battery terminals. •

• Loose or damaged wiring. •

• Faulty ignition switch. •

• Faulty solenoid or starter. •

• Faulty operator presence •

switch(es).

CORRECTION

Fill fuel tank.

See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

Replace spark plug.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

Contact an

authorized service center/

department.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug.

Recharge or replace

battery.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized

service center/department.

Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

Disengage attachment

clutch.

Recharge or replace

battery.

Replace fuse.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace ignition

switch.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Contact an authorized

service center/department.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Engine clicks but • Weak or dead battery.

will not start • Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

Loss of power • Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

• Throttle in"CHOKE"

position.

• Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirty oil.

• Faulty spark plug,

• Dirty fuel filter.

'• Stale or dirty fuel.

Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.

• Dirty engine air scraen/fins.

• Dirty/clogged muffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of

adjustment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

Excessive • Worn, bent or loose blade.

vibration

I • Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

Enginecontinues • Faulty operator-safety

to run presence control system.

when operator

leaves seat

with attachment

clutch engaged

CORRECTION

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air tilter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

Clean engine air screen/fins.

Clean/replace muffler.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service Adjustments section.

Contact an authorized

service center/department.

• Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho

rized service center/

department_

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE

PROBLEM

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

[if so equipped)

Battery will not

:harge

Engine "backfires"

•hen turning

angine "OFF"

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

• Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

• Frozen idler pulley.

• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn.

• Blades improperly installed.

• Improper blades used.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

• Switch is "OFF".

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blown fuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

• Faulty alternator.

• Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position

for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

CORRECTION

• Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

• Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air

pressure.

• Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

• Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Turn switch"ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connec

tions.

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

Replace alternator.

Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

TRACTOR - oMODELNUMBER 917.273014

SCHEMATIC

RED

AMMETER

)

WHITE

BLACK

IGNITION SWITCH

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: _FWtRtNG tNSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT. THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING.

BATTERY

FUSE

BLACK

RED

SOLENOID

STARTER

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

(PEDAL UP)

L. ....

S EAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

BLUE

FUEL I

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

C_RGING SySTeM C_JTPUT

15 AMp DC O 3600 RPM

"OPERATOR

PRESENCE

RELAY #1

eLAC_

8LACK

W SPARK PLUGS

2 PLUGS

UNIT I CYL ENGINES)

PTO SWITCH

POStTtON CtRCUIT

OFF C+G B÷H

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

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

---0--

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

GFC

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MRER 917.273014

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery

2 74760412 BoltHex Head 1/4-20 x3/4

8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc

11 150109 Holddown BatteryDash Mount

12 145769 Nut PushNylon 1/4"

16 153664 Switch InterlockPush-In

21 166184 Harness Socket Light W/4152J

22 4152J BulbLight

24 4014J Cable, Battery

25 146686 Cable, Battery

26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 170697 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch,Plunger

30 163968 Switch, Ign

33 140403 Key, Ignition

40 170238 Harness Ign.

41 17720408 Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

42 131563 Cover,Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter

50 169416 Switch,PTO

52 141940 ProtectionWireLoop

70 170251 Harness Engine

79 163996 BulbholderAsm. Incandescent

81 109748X Relay Asm.

NOTE: All componentdimensions given inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 150253 Rail,Frame RH 56 154914

2 140506 Drawbar, Gt

4 73680600 Nut,CrownlockHex 58 137113

7/16-14UNC 60 17490620

5 163976 DashYTGT 2 Cyl 63 19131614

6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 67 156973

7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 68 17490508

8 145166 Support, Battery 70 137159

14 161023X558 Hood Asm., Pnt Stealth YTGT 84 142992

15 160568 LensAsm HeadlightBar 85 144911

16 121794X Cover, Access 86 74760716

17 170G0612 Screw 88 STD551143

18 160564X558 Grille

19 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16x12 Ga. 90 STD551237

20 ST0523710 Bolt,_n Hex 3/6-16 x 1

21 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric 91 170755

23 17060616 Screw 3/8-16 x1.5 106 138776

24 145243)(558 Footrest,RH

28 145244X858 Footrest, LH 122 161464

30 145051X014 Saddle, Slkscr Vgt 130 164863

31 161419 Brace, Supt 1-pc VGT Strg

32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh 137 74780716

33 161326 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh 138 163975X428

34 142131 Bracket,Engine SupportRear 139 161330

35 19111116 Washer 11/32x11/16x16Ga. 140 163806

36 7478(3512 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 141 163805

37 167286X558 Fender 142 161897

39 136961 Bracket, Axle Front 144 161900

40 156111 Bracket, SupportAxle/Eng}ne 145 19131414

42 72140608 Bolt,Carriage 3/6-16 x 1 147 162967

43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 148 164655

44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn FrontRh 150 161237

45 154913 BracketAsm., Susp Chassis 151 17060512

47 17490608 Screw Thdrot. 3/6-16 x 1/2

50 152728 Bracket, Chassis Front

52 STD541431 Nut, Crowntock 5/16-18 Uric

DESCRIPTION

Bracket Asm. Susp Chassis

Bracket Asm., Fender

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

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Guide, Belt Gear Drive

ScrewThdrol. 5116-18 x 1/2

Guide, Belt Mid Span

Stop, OverCenter Mower

Bracket, SupportTranssxle

BoltFin Hex 7/16-14 UNC x 1

Washer, LockHvy Hlcl Spr

7/16

Washer, LockExternalTooth

3/8

Rail,Frame Lh

Screw,ThdrolHex Head Zinc

t¢N_

Screw Hex Wshd 6-18 x 7/8

Screw HWHD Hi-Lo

#;13-16x 3/4

Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 xl Gr. 5

CupholderY'rGT

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18 "17"

MagnetYTGT

Str_kerP_eteYTGT

Bracket Dash Rh

Bracket Dash Lh

Washer Flat 13/32x7/sx7 Ga.

Fastener Nut Pal

ExtrusionBumper

Duct Heat Hood

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 rnm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

GROUND DRIVE

35.__7 64 37 38

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 37 121749X

3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 38 150035

4 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 39 74321016

5 S'rD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 40 5304J

6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 41 73661000

7 149176 Wheel, Hub Assembly 42 8883R

8 12000034 Klip, Ring 46 145170

9 140080 Bolt, Hub 47 138226

10 142509 Disc, Brake 48 72110612

11 136927 Yoke, Brake Disc 50 131494

12 73750800 Nutlock1/2-20 Unf 51 STD541437

13 139419 Washer, Special 52 139123

14 138901 Bushing 53 207J

15 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16 x 16 Ga. 54 161590

!6 143012 Set, Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4 55 105706X

17 126909X Spring 56 137153

18 137104 Lever, Brake 57 141756

19 136926 Cam, Brake Disc 59 122253X

21 23260412 Screw, Flat Head 114-28x 3/4 60 122268X

22 633A109 Gearshift, Lever Assembly 61 137524

23 106932X Knob 62 STD551143

24 136925 Support, Puck Brake 63 74760720

25 136923 Puck, Brake Top 64 154752

26 137552 Spring,Return 65 67609

27 17490528 Screw, Hex Wsh Thd. 66 140296

5/16-18 x 1-3/4 67 19131312

28 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 68 5142H

29 137213 Brake, Rod 69 136327

30 19131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 117 73900600

34 71673 Cap, Plunger

35 137648 Bed, Parking Brake

36 149412 Spring,Drive Gruund

DESCRIPTION

Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Nyliner

Screw, Fin. #10-24x 1

Actuator, Interlock Switch

Locknut #10-24

Cover, Pedal

Retainer, Spring

ClutchRod

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

Pulley, Idler, Flat

Nut,Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Pulley, Idler, Grooved

Washer, Hardened

Clutch, Arm Assembly

Bearing, Idler

V-Belt

Bracket, Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

Shift Rod,Hi-Lo

SpringClip, ConnectingLink

Pulley,Transaxle

Washer, Lock 7/16

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

Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal

Bolt,Shoulder

Washer, Hardened

Washer, Flat

Pin, Roll

Hub,Cover

Nut, Lock Fig. 318-16 Unc

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions given in U.S. inches

I inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

STEERING ASSEMBLY

42 1/9_28

1313, /

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 159944)(428

2 137094

3 6855M

4 161849

5 161848

6 62661-1

7 121748X

8 12000029

9 121232X

10 74781044

11 136518

12 73901000

13 121749X

14 STD551137

15 STD541537

16 145103

17 137347

18 137155

19 156011

20 163887

21 159945

22 155105

23 152927

25 S'rD523710

26 159946X428

27 3366R

28 17000612

29 104239X

30 12000034

31 138136

32 19111610

33 STD551131

34 STD523107

35 138059

36 137156

37 73360600

38 109850X

39 73700600

40 109851X

41 155246

42 17490508

44 160135

45 19132411

DESCRIPTION

Wheel, Steering

Axle Asm., Front

Fitting,Grease

SpindleAsm,LH

SpindleAsm., RH

Beadng, Race ThrustHarden

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

Ring,Klip#T5304-75

Cap, Spindle

Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4

Spacer BearingAxle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc

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

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut, LOCkCenter 3/8-24 UNF

Shaft Asm., Steering

Rod Asm., Tie BallJ Ball Vgt (Inc. Key No. 36-40)

Dragiink, BallJoint SolidVgt

Suppo_ Asm., SteedngVgt

Boot,Steedng

Adapter,Wheel Steedng

Bushing, Strg. BIk

,Screw

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

Cap, Wheel Steering

Bearing, Col. Strg.

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bearing,Flange

Ring, KlipTruarc #5304-75

Bushing,Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

Washer, LockHvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

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

Gear, Sector Steering

TieRod

Jam NutRHThread

JointAsm. BallRH Thread

Jam Nut LH Thread

JointAsm. BallLH Thread

Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97

ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

Extension,Steedng

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11 Ga.

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

. _19

w_.F 7

[ SPARK ARRESTER KIT J

ENGINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 Engine (See Breakdown)KohlerModel No.CV20S-65551

2 161063 MufflerSide

5 13200300 ElbowSTD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT

7 151396 MufflerAsm Guard

8 121361X PulleyV-Idler

9 150828 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine

10 105432X Bushing

11 140923 Clutch Electric .

12 143996 PulleyEngine VGT ElectClutch

15 151346 Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 Yt/Gt 96

16 109227X Pad Spacer

17 106082X Pad Spacer

18 161493 Cap AsmFuelW/Gauge

19 13290300 Plug OilDrain (OrderFrom EngineManufacturer)

20 164067 ControlThrottle,

21 164863 ScrewHWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4

22 164415 ControlChoke

24 STD551237 Washer Ext Tooth 3/6

25 73920600 Nut Keps3/8 - 24 UNF

26 3645J Bushing

27 139277 StemTank Fuel

28 7834R FuelLine

29 132920 Spark Armster Kit

35 10010500 Washer Split

37 123487X ClampHose

38 17(360620 Screw3/8 - 16 x 1-1/4

39 17490636 Screw'n" 3/8-16 x2-1/4 UNC

40 17490664 Screw'l-I"3/8-16 x4 UNC

41 126197X Washer 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID X .250

42 STD551143 Washer Lock7/16

43 150280 BoltHex 7/16 - 20 X 4 - 1/4 Ga 5

45 73510400 Nut KepsH 1/4-20 UNC

47 142040 SpacerEngine

48 19132007 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 7 Ga.

51 161231 ManifoldPipeVGT

55 13280336 Nipple Pipe4-1/2

64 17000612 Screw H Thdrol 3/8-16 x 314

65 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

69 24-041-02 Gasket

74 162295 Elbow Street Brass

80 M73030800 Nut Flange

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S, inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

SEATASSEMBLY

KEY

NO,

PART KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

140124 Seat 15 121249x

140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 16 123740X

140675 Strap,Fender 17 123976X

127018)< Bott, Shoutder 5/16-18 x .62 18 19171912

145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 19 166369

STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 20 124238X

124181X Spring,Seat Cprsn 21 171852

171877 Bolt5/16-18Uncx 3/4 w/Seres 22 STD541431

155925 Pan, Seat

121246X Bracket,Mounting Switch NOTE:

121248X Bushing,Snap

72050412 B_t, Carriage 1/4.20 X %112

DESCRIPTION

Spacer, Split

Spring,Cprsn

Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5

Washer 17/32xl-3/16x12 Ga.

Knob, Seat

Cap, Spring Seat

Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18

Nut,Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

2 6 3

15 4

12 1

KEY PARr

NO. NO.

1 16_65

2 164085

3 171702

4 171703

5 149516

6 133644

7 163210

8 1647_

9 163264

10 156439

11 4900J

12 146047

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash Panel

Decal, Dash

Decal, Hood,Craftsman, RH

Decal, Hood,Craftsman, LH

Decal, BatteryDNGR/PSN

ENG Asm

Decal, Maintenance

Decal, Fender

Decal, Engine

Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, FenderDanger

Decal,Clutch/Brake

Decal, V-Belt Drive

Schematic

PARr

NO. NO.

13 164884

14 160397

15 168131

18 164065

19 138047

21 166887

23 106202X

o- 138311

- - 157199X428

- - 173546

- - 173647

DESCRIPTION

Decal,BlowerHousing

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Repl Parts

Decal, Insert Strg

Decal, Battery

Decal, MowerEZ3

Reflector,Taillight

Decal, Handle Lft Height

Adjust (LiftHandle)

Pad, Footrest

Manual,Owner's (Eng)

Manual,Owner's (Span)

WHEELS & TIRES

PART

NO. NO,

1 59192

2 65139

3 106228X427

11 106277X427

4 8134H

10 7154J

5 106230X

9 105588X

6 278H

12 6856M

7 904014

8 1647_X

-* 1_334

DESCRIPTION

Cap, Valve, Tire

Stem, Valve

Rim Assembly,Front

Rim Assembly,Rear

Tube, Front (Sen/ice Item

Only)

Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)

Tire, Front

Tire, Rear

Fitting,Grease (FrontWheel

Only)

Fitting,Grease

Bearing,Flange (FrontWheel

Only)

Cap, Axle (FrontWheel Only)

Sealant, Tire (10 oz.Tube)

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

LIFT ASSEMBLY

35 73

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121006X RodAsm., Lever

2 159187 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt

3 159189 LeverAsm., Lift Rh

4 12000022 E-RingTruarc #5133-87

5 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

6 71110624 Bolt,Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1-1/2

7 125631X Grip,Handle Fluted

8 122365X Button, Plunger

9 122364X Plunger, Button

10 2876H Spdng 2-1/8"

11 146704 Link L(ft

12 163552 Retainer,Spring

13 139868 Arm, SuspensionVgt

14 140302 Bearing

15 S'i'D541437 Nut, Crowntock 3/8-16 Unc

16 674A247 Spring Asm., Assist Lift

17 S'rD541237 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Uoc

18 143363 Bracket, Spring Assist

19 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.

20 5328J Bolt, Adjust SpringAssist

21 STD52710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

22 12721 Unk, Front

23 STD624008 Retainer,Spring

24 73350800 Nut,Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

25 130171 Trunnion

26 73680800 Nut, Ctown|oc_. 1/2-13 Unc

29 150233 Trunnion,InfinHeight

30 110807X Nut, Special

31 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

32 137150 Spring,Compression InfHgt

33 STD560907 Pin,Cotter 3/32 x 112

34 137167 Rod, Adj Lift

35 138057 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc

38 155097 Pointer, Height Indicator

39 123935X Plug,Hole

40 17060620 Screw 5/16-18 x 1

41 73540600 Nut,Crown!ock 3/8-24

42 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga.

43 123934X Scale, IndicatorHeight

70 145212 NutHex Flange Lock

72 110452X Nut Push Phos & Oil

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

116

117

118

i!i

117

103102

i . 104 105

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 164210 DeckWeldment 39 144917

3 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar 40 137273

5 STD624008 RetainerSpring

6 130832 Arm,Suspension,Rear(Sway 41 17060620

Bar) 42 165723

8 850857 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 43 144949

Gr. 8 44 133943

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 45 145059

3/8 46 137729

10 140296 Washer, HardBlade, Mower 47 144959

Vented 48 148763

11 152443 Blade 49 STD541437

12 129895 Bearing,Ball,Mandrel#6204 50 72110612

13 137553 ShaffAsm.w/Lower Bearing

(IncludesKey No. 12) 51 153390

14 137152 Housing,Mandrel 52 156493

15 110485X Beadng,Ball,Mandrel 72 19131616

16 140329 Stripper,Mower Round 101 145579

18 STO533106 Bolt,Cardage 5/16-18 x 5/8 102 71161010

19 132827 Bolt,Hex Head, Shoulder 103 STD551110

5/16-18 104 19061216

20 145055 Baffle,Vortex Mower 46" 105 160793

21 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 106 2029J

22 134753 Stiffener, Bracket 116 137644

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 117 133957

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 118 73930600

25 149287 Spring,Torsion,Deflector 119 19121414

26 110452X Nut, Push 126 144948

27 166883 DeflectorClipping 127 146763

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

29 131491 Rod,Hinge - - 166222

30 157722 Screw, Thd RollingWasher Hd

31 129963 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

32 153531 Pulley, Mandrel

33 137266 Nut, Fig. Top LockCntr. 9/16 - - 143651

34 144945 Anchor, SpringDeck 46"

35 17490628 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4

Tytt

36 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x 16 Ga. NOTE:

37 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat

38 156086 Keeper, Belt, Idler

DESCRIPTION

Pulley, Idler, Driven

Spring, Secondary44/46/50

Vent

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

Spacer, Retainer

Ann, IdlerSecondary

Washer, Hardened

Cover, Mandrel Deck

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

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Primary

Nut,Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

Gr. 5

Washer Felt

PulleyIdler 46"Prim, Drive

Washer 13/32 x 1x 16 Ga.

Cover, Mulching

Screw

Washer, Lock #10

Washer

Latch Asm. Bagger

Nut,Weld

Bolt,Shoulder

GaugeWheel

Nut,Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Ann, Idler, Primary Deck 46"

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim.

4.25

Mower Service46" (Standard

Deck - Order separately

mulchingcomponentsKey

Nos. 101-106)

Mandrel Asm 44/50 Service

(Includes Key Nos. 8-10, 12-

15, 3t and 33)

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRANSAXLE

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TRANSAXLE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 4197R

2 12000034

3 4199R

4 4216R

5 4215R

6 4217R

7 6256H

8 74020652

9 7392M

10 137261

11 4985R

12 6266H

13 4212R

14 137125

15 6276H

16 633A63

17 8118M

18 8740H1

19 122238X

20 4218R

21 6252H1

22 7810H

23 6282H

24 7393R

25 992R1

26 139111

27 4986R

28 122254X

29 6269H

30 5855H

31 139538

32 6277H

33 4225R

34 7396H

35 4198R

36 4200R

37 7395H

38 160789

39 139536

40 13320400

41 17580520

45 6271H

46 13060200

49 4895H

50 4222R

51 1529R

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO, NO.

Axle Shaft 52 8119M

Retaining Ring 53 4220R

Final Drive Gear 54 4209R

Differential Gear 55 4213R

Differential Pinion 56 4442R

Differential Carrier

Axle Thrust Washer 57 4195R

Bolt, Hex Hd 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 58 4214R

(1" Thread Length) 59 4194R

Steel Bait 60 7526R

Spring Shift Fork Detent 61 4208R

Shift Fork, High-Low Range 62 4207R

Thrust Bearing Race 63 7398H

4th Reduction Pinion 64 4203R

Shaft, Brake

Snap Ring, Crescent Type 65 4204R

High-Low Range Gears 66 2898J

Needle Bearing 67 12000033

Sintered Iron Bearing 68 4205R

Shift Fork Shaft, High-Low 69 4206R

Range 70 1370H

Differential Pinion Spacer 71 633A69

Differential PinionBushing

Gdpco Centerlock Nut 72 139120

3/8-24 73 4201R

Shift Fork, R.H. 74 12000008

Oil Seal 75 1153R

Sintered Iron Bearing 77 6803J

Shift Fork Shaft 79 1167R

Shift Fork, L.H. 80 73360700

Shift Shaft, High-Low Range 81 6270H

Oil Seal 82 136984

Pressure Relief Valve 84 5384J

Gearcase, Reverse Idler 85 2978J

Shaft and Bearings, R.H. 86 633A85

(Includes Key No.'s 17,18, 87 8739H1

25, 33, 50, 63, 77 and 82)

Dowel Pin 88 4924H

Needle Bearing 89 19151516

Thrust Bearing Race

4th Reduction Gear Shaft 90 110542X

4th Reduction Gear Spacer 91 19181511

Thrust Bearing Race

Gate, Lower, Shift 92 75J

Gearcase and Bearings,

L.H. (includes Key #'s 18, 93 6274H

25, 49, 50 (2), 51 and 52) 94 76020412

Pipe Plug 1/2-14 N.P.T. 95 10040500

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 96 159783

Oil Seal

Pipe Plug 1/4-18 N.P.T. 97 633A109

Needle Bearing 98 140332

Needle Bearing

DESCRIPTION

Needle Bearing

Thrust Beating Race

3rd Reduction Pinion, Low

4th Reduction Gear

3rd Reduction Pinion

Spacer

2nd Reduction Gear Shaft

Final Drive Pinion

1st Reduction Gear Shaft

1st Reduction Shaft Spacer

3rd Reduction PinionHigh

2nd Reduction Gear

Needle Beadng

Low Speed Gear and 2nd

Reduction Pinion Cluster

Reverse Gear

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

KtipRing

Intermediate Speed Gear

High Speed Gear

Thrust Bearing Race

intermediate and High

Speed Cluster Pinions

Input Shaft

Low Speed Pinion

E-Ring

Reverse Idler Gear

Needle Bearing

Sealing Washer

Nut, Hex, Jam 7/16-20

Oil Seal

Reverse Idler Shaft

Gearshift Lever, Bent

Gearshift Cap

Gearshift Ball Cover and Pin

Shift Lever Guide Ball,

Keyed

Spdng

Washer 15/32 x 15/16 x 16

Gauge

Shift Mechanism Seal

Washer 9/16 x 15/16 x 12

Gauge

Gearshift Gate and

Reinfomement

Shift Ball Cover Gasket

Cotter Pin 1/8 x 3/4

Washer, Lock 5/16

Screw, Hex, Washer HD.

Machine

Gearshift Lever Assembly

Transaxle, 6 Speed,

Complete Assembly

NOTE: All component dimensions given in

U.$. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER J

_m13

,,_ j1.

6--

[-7

V I

v I

0--8

CRANCASEJ

22_ 23

ls-_-- l124"'d_/2e 2e

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 24-033-03

2 24-041-23

3 24-096-15

4 M-0645020

5 X-75-23

6 12o351-02

7 24°755-66

8 24-411-05

9 24-041-08

10 24o318-12

1t 25-186-01

12 24-599-01

13 M-0640034

14 12-086-16

15 24-755-74

16 24-153-16

t 7 24-086-32

18 24-445-01

19 24-016-01

24-016-02

20 24-017-01

24-017-02

21 24-032-05

22 235011

23 24-089-02

24 12-173-01

25 12-755-03

26 24-318-11

27 24-755-76

28 25-313-02

29 24-755-57

30 M-0545018

31 24-445-02

32 24-126-44

33 24-112o12

34 24-294-06

35 24-326-13

36 24-326-14

37 X-426-9

DESCRIPTION

Kit, breather cover w/

_asket (includes 2,3)

asker, breather

Cover, breather

Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0x20 (4)

Plug, allen hd. 1/8"

Lifter valve (4)

Kit, valve tra n ( nc udes

8,11,12)

Rod, push (4)

Gasket, cylinder head (2)

Head assembly, #2

cylinder

Arm, rocker (4)

Pivot, rocker arm (4)

Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0x34 (4)

Screw, hex. flange

MlOx1.5x90 (8)

Kit, valve cover - plain

(Includes 16,17)

O-Ring

Screw, shoulder (4)

Strap, lifting

Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2)

Valve, exhaust (.26) (2)

Valve, intake (Std.) (2)

Valve, intake (.25) (2)

Seal, valve stem {2)

Retainer, spring (4)

Spring, valve (4)

Cap, vane spdr_j (4)

Kit, retainer (4)

Head assembly, #1

_itunder

, valve cover - breather

(incl. 16,17,28)

Grommet, rubber

Kit, breather separator

(includes 28,30-33)

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16 (2)

Strap, breather

Bracket, breather

separator

Spacer

Fitting

Hose, breather

Clamp, hose (2)

CRANKCASE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 24-032-01

3 24-294-13

4 12-380-17

5 24-067- t 3

24-067-14

6 24-874-01

24-874-02

24-874-03

7. 24-108-01

24-108-02

24- t08-03

8 24-0t8-01

9 t 2-422-09

12-422-13

12-422-07

12-422-08

12-422-10

12-422-11

12-422-12

10 24-010-03

11 24-089-21

12 52-139-09

t3 M-0545010

14 24-018-04

15 24-402-05

16 12-153-01

17 24-126-19

18 12-123-04

19 M-0545016

20 12-153-02

21 24-038-04

22 24-755-46

23 12-153-03

24 12-380-04

25 M-0631005

26 12-032-01

27 X-25-102

28 24-144-01

DESCRIPTION

Seal, oil front

Crankcase (USE:

Miniblock 24 782 05)

Fitting

Pin dowel locating (6)

Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

Piston w/_ing Set (Std.)

_) (_ncludes 7,B)

iston wiring Set (.25) (2)

Piston wiring Set (.50) (2)

Ring Set (Std.) (2)

Ring Set (.25) (2)

Ring Set (.50) (2)

Retainer, piston pin (4)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Shim, camshaft CA.R.)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Shim, camshaft

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Camshaft (Includes 11)

Spdng, actuating (ACR)

Plug, cup

Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.8xlO (2)

Retainer, reed (2)

Reed breather (2)

O-Ring, lower oil ! tube

Bracket, oil fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, hex. flange

MSx0.8xt6

O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

Dipstick assembly

(Includes 22,23)

Kit, oil till cap (Includes 23)

O-Rin_, dipstick

Pin, hdch

Washer, plain 6 mm

Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer, p{ain 1/4"

Shaft, governor cross

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

IGNITIONIELECTRICAL

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1-I

tt_7

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BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES J

12/

j ',_-4

0--3

AIR INTAKE I

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

IGNITION/CHARGING

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 54-755-15

2 M-0403025

3 X-25-92

4 24-112-04

5 25-086-47

6 24-157-03

7 12-086-14

8 12-468-03

9 X-42-15

10 24-025-04

11 25-403-03

12 X-25-92

13 24-086-18

14 236602

15 54-755-09

16 12-132-06

17 M-0548025

18 235173

19 48-154-02

20 X-25-63

21 24-584-01

22 M-0545020

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-126-71

- - X-22-11

- - 24-176-12

- - 25-518-28

-- 24-113-18

-- 12-454-01

Kit, grass screen (Includes

2-4,and 24 113 18)

Screw, hex. cap

M4xO.7x25 (4)

Washer, plain 5/16" (4)

Spacer, grass screen (4)

Bolt, shoulder (4)

Fan

Screw, hex. flange

M10x1.5x46

Washer, plain 3/8".

Key

Flywheel

Rectifier-regulator

Washer, plain 3/16" (2)

Screw, phillips hd.

11-16x7/8 (2)

Connector (3 contact)

Kit, 15 amp stator

(Includes 24 126 71)

Spark Plug (2)

Screw, hex. cap

MSx0.8x25 (2)

Clip, cable

Washer, plain 1/4"

Module, ignition (2)

Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.8x20 (4)

Bracket,statorwire

Washer, lock 1/4"

Hamess, wiring

Lead, black (rect.-reg.4" -

18 gauge

insulatedgrip barrel

eyelets)

Decal, grass screen

Tie, wire

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 54-027-95 Housing, blower

(Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063

36)

2 24-100-02 Nut, plastic (2)

3 M-0545020 Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20 (2)

4 M-0545016 Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16 (5)

5 M-0551016 Screw, hex. flange

MSx0.8x16

6 M-0645016 Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0x16 (6)

7 24-146-02 Plate, backing - # 2 side

8 24-146-08 Plate, backing - # 1 side

9 24-063-20 Baffle, cylinder barrel-

# 2 side

10 24-063-14 Baffle, valley - #2 side

11 24-063-30 Baffle, cylinder barrel-

# 1 side

12 24-063-23 Baffle, valley - #1 side

13 M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8xl0 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-063-36 Baffle, blower housing

-- M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange

MSx0.8xl0 (2)

-- N/A Cover, control

-- 24-086-06 Screw, phillips hd.

11-16x3/4" (2)

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 24-164-06

2 M-0651055

3 24-041-01

4 24-041-14

5 24-094-13

6 24-041-13

7 24-109-05

8 24-083-05

9 24-083-03

10 230046

11 24-096-01

12 12-100-01

13 24-096-65

14 54-755-01

15 24-153-15

16 25-341-03

Manifold, intake

Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0x55 (4)

Gasket, intake manifold

(2)

Gasket, air cleaner base

Base, air cleaner

Gasket, fuel spitback cup

Cup, fuel spitback

Precleaner, element

Element, air cleaner

Seal, breather

Cover, inner air cleaner

Wing Nut

Cover, air cleaner

Kit, knob with seal

OlnCludes 15 & 16)

-Ring

Knob, cover

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER917.273014

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV20S,TYPENUMBER65551

STARTING SYSTEM I

2 5

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ENGINE CONTROLS I

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OIL PAN / LUBRICATION I

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TRACTO R -- MODEL NU MBER 917.273014

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

M-0839070

24-096-05

M-0839080

12-468-01

25-098-05

12-221-01

12-227-13

12-211-01

12-755-54

12-227-06

12-170-05

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x70

Cover, pinion

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x80

Washer, plain 11/32" (3)

Starter, (Includes 6-11)

Kit, brush

Cap

Bolt, thru (2)

Kit, drive

Cap, drive end

Armature

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 SM-0642025

2 24-090-14

3 M-0641060

4 24-089-01

5 25-158-08

6 24-079-04

7 25-158-11

8 M-0547050

9 24-089-03

t0 24-126-56

1 ! M-0645016

12 12-237-01

13 M-0545016

14 24-090-07

15 24-468-01

16 24-089-18

17 M-0446030

18 24-090-13

19 M-0545020

20 24-089-38

21 24-090-05

22 41-468-03

23 M-0403025

24 24.079-05

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25

Lever, governor

Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0

Spring linkage

Bushing, linkage retaining

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, throttle linkage

Nut, hex. lock M5xO.6

Spring, throttle

Bracket, control

Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0x16 (4)

Clamp, cable (2)

Screw, hex. flange

MSxO.8x16 (3)

Lever, thorttle actuator

Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

Spring, governor

Nut, hex M4xO.7

Lever, throttle control

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20

Spring, throttle limiter

Lever, choke

Washer, spring 1/4"

Screw, hex. cap

M4x0.7x25

Linkage, choke

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 M-0645025

2 M-0631005

3 24-199-07

4 24-393-08

5 24-123-05

6 24-162-26

7 24-043-12

8 12-380-01

9 52-448-02

10 12-144-02

11 24-153-08

12 X-75-32

13 24-136-01

14 52-050-02

15 52-O32-08

16 24-086-17

17 24-086-16

18 X-75-10

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0x25 (2)

Washer, plain 6 mm (2)

Pan, oil assembly

(Includes 1,2, & 4-10)

Oil pump assembly

(Includes 5)

Tube, oil pickup

Screen, oil

Kit, governor gear w/pin

(includes 8)

Pin, governor regulating

Tab, locking

Shaft, governor gear

O-Ring

Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8"

Nipple, oil filter

Filter, Oil

Seal, oil (PTO end)

Screw, hex. flange

MBx1.25x45

Screw, hex. flanOe

M6xl.25x45 (9)

Plug, sq. hd. solid3/8"

N.P.T.F.

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER917.273014

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV20S,TYPENUMBER65551

CRANKSHAFT I

2-- 8

-1

EXHAUST I

FUEL SYSTEM I

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.273014

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV20S,TYPENUMBER65551

CRAN KSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-014-72 Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2 52-139-09 Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24-041-02 Gasket, exhaust (2)

25-072-04 Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-522-16 Short Block

- - 24-782-05 Miniblock

-- 24-755-03 Gasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24-853-25

24-041 -15

24-041-14

M-0629095

M-0641060

47-154-01

24-353-03

X-426-9

24-086-12

24-393-04

24-100-01

25-353-03

24-050-02

Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

(Includes 2-4)

Gasket, carburetor

Carburetor assembly

(For information only not

available separately)

(Includes 24 757 18, 24-

053-25, 24-757-19, 24-

757-20, 24-757-22)

Gasket, air cleaner base

Stud, M6xl.0x95 (2)

Nut, hex. flange M6 x 1.0

(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 13-1/2"

Filter, fuel

NOT

ILLUSTRATED

24-757-18 Kit, overhaul w/gaskets

24-757-19 Kit, choke repair w/

gaskets

24-757-20 Kit, gasket

24-757-22 Kit, solenoid replacement

w/gaskets

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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

greater than 150), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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