Craftsman 917258970 tractor User Manual

L 7.258970

OWNER'S MANUAL

o Assembly

Operation

Customer Responsibilities

Service and Adjustments

Repair Parts

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917

& SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers

_MPQRTANT: 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.

L GENERAL OPERATaON

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are famitiar 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 absolutely necessary. Atways

look down and behind before and while backing.

= Be awareof 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.

l!. 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. Taft 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 recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights 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 slowand 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:

o Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge

of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

ground.

, Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

ltL 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, took behind and down for small

children.

Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels, They are

flammable and vapors are exptosive.

Use oniy 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.

CFean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which coutd expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-

essary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required.

_bol to point out im-

,_Jk p_utions. It means

_BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

_,,mu, SAFETY iS INVOLVED.

wire and place wire where it cannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

...... adjusting or making repalrs, _

g WARNING &

The engine exhaust from this product con-

tains cliemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac+

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, ptease contact your nearest Sears Authonzed

Service Center/Department Department. We have com-

petent, weIFtrained 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".

NUMBER 917.258970

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP tN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECI1FICATtONS

HORSEPOWER: 18.5

GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API+SF/SG): SAE 10W30 (above 320F)

SAE 5W+30 (below 32°F)

OiL CAPACITY: Wi FILTER: 4.2 PINTS

W!O FILTER: 3.7 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RCt2YC

(GAP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE: NOT ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 5.8

REVERSE: 2.t

TiRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSt

CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE: UIR

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT+LBS.

MAINTENANC E AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER R ESPONSIBILITIES

+ Read and observe the safety rules.

+ Fotlow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your tractor.

+ Follow the instructions under"Customer Responsibili-

ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov-

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state taws

(if any). if a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal taws apply on

federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

LiMiTED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

Fortwo (2) yearsfrom the date of purchase,if thisCraftsmanRidingEquipmentis maintained, lubricatedand tuned upaccording

to the instructions in the owners manual, Sears willrepairor replace,free of charge,any partsfound to be defective in material

orworkmanship.

ThisWarrantydoesnot cover:

° ExpendaMe items whichbecome wornduring normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc+

= Tire replacement or repaircaused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.

+ Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storageor accident or the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owner's manual.

+ 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 includedwith this riding equipment proves defective in material or

workmanshipand our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears willreplacethe battery at no charge.

IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT iS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30

DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE iS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIP-

MENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (LN+HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE

AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY,) THIS WARRANTY

APPLIES ONLY WHILE THiS PRODUCT iS IN THE UNITED STATES.

This Warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other nghts which may vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO,, D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONS|BILtTIES ..................... 3, 17-20

WARRANTY .................................................................. 3

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......................................... 5

ASSEMBLY ........................................................... ,. 7-10

OPERATION .................................................. :........ 11-16

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 17

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 21-27

STORAGE ................................................................... 28

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 29-30

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 32-49

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 50-59

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................ BACK COVER

iNDEX

Accessories ........................................... 5

Adjustments:

Brake ............................................ 23

Carburetor .................................... 27

Clutch Pulley ................................ 23

Gauge Wheels ............................. 14

Mower

Front-To-Back ......................... 22

Side-To-Side ........................... 21

Throttle Control Cable .................. 27

Air Filter, Engine .................................. 20

Air Screen, Engine .............................. 19

Assembly, ......................................... 7-10

Battery:

Charging ........................................ 8

Cleaning ....................................... 20

Starting with Weak Battery .......... 25

Storage ........................................ 28

Terminals ..................................... t 8

Belt:

Motion Drive

RemovaVReplacement ........... 22

Mower Drive

Removal/Replacement ........... 22

Mower Blade Drive

Removal!Replacement ........... 23

Blade:

Sharpening .................................. 18

Replacement ................................ 18

Brake Adjustment ................................ 23

Carburetor Adjustment ........................ 27

Clutch PuIley ....................................... 23

Controls, Tractor ................................. 12

Customer Responsibilities ............. 17-20

Engine:

Air Filter .................................... 20

Air Screen ................................ 19

Cooling Fins ............................. t 9

Engine Oil ........................... 15,19

Fuel Filter .................................. 20

Spark Plug(s) ........................... 20

Tractor:

Battery ...................................... 18

Blade ........................................ 18

Lubrication Chart ..................... 17

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

Tire Care .......................... 8, I8,25

Transaxle .................................. 19

Cutting Height, Mower ........................ I3

Electrical:

interlocks and Relays .................. 26

Schematic .................................... 31

Wiring Diagram ............................ 32

Engine:

Air Filter ........................................ 20

Air Screen .................................... 19

Cooling Fins ................................. t 9

Oil Change ................................... t 7

Oil Level ....................................... 17

Oil Type ................................... 13,17

Preparation .................................. t 5

Repair Parts ............................ 48-59

Starting ......................................... t 5

Storage ........................................ 28

Filter:

Air Filter ........................................ 20

Fuel .............................................. 20

Oil ................................................. 20

Fuel:

Storage ........................................ 28

Type .............. ............................... I5

Fuse .................................................... 26

Headlights ........................................... 26

Hood Removal/installation .................. 26

Leveling Mower Deck .......................... 21

Lubrication:

Chart ............................................ 17

Engine .......................................... 19

Maintenance Schedule ....................... t7

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ........... 22

Adjustment, Side4o-Side ............. 21

Blade Replacement ..................... 18

Blade Sharpening ........................ t8

Cutting Height .............................. 13

Installation .................................... 21

Operation ..................................... I4

Removal ....................................... 2I

Mowing Tips ................................ :........ 16

Muffler ................................................. 20

Spark Arrester ..................... t..... 3,40

Oil:

Cotd Weather Conditions ........ 15,19

Engine ........................................... 17

Storage ........................................ 28

Operation ....................................... 1t-16

Operating Mower .................. ;............. 14

Options:

Accessories .................................... 5

Spark Arrester ........................... 3,40

Parking Brake ..................................... 13

Parts Bag .............................................. 6

Parts, ReplacemenVRepair ............ 32-49

Product Specifications .......................... 3

Repair Parts ................................... 32-49

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

Seat ....................................................... 8

Service and Adjustments ............... 21-27

Carburetor .................................... 27

Clutch Pulley ................................ 23

Fuse ............................................. 26

Hood Removal!Installation ........... 26

Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ........... 22

Mower Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ........... 22

Mower Blade Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ........... 23

Mower Adjustment

Front-to-Back .......................... 22

Side-to-Side ............................ 2t

Mower Removal/installation ......... 21

Tire Care .............................. 8,t8,25

Slope Guide Sheet .............................. 63

Spark Plug(s) ...................................... 20

Specifications ........................................ 3

Starting the Engine 15

Steering Wheel ................................ 7,24

Stopping the Tractor ........................... 13

Storage ................................................ 28

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ...... 27

Tires ............................................ 8,t8,25

Troubleshooting Chart ................... 29-30

Transaxle ............................................ 19

Warranty ................................................ 3

Wiring Diagram ................................... 32

Wiring Schematic ................................ 31

ACCESSO ES A ATTACH £NTS

These accessories and attachments were availabb through most Sea_ retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased,

Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor.

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG

GAS CAN ENGINE OIL

FUEL STABILIZER AiR F_LTER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES ! BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help

you, This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes

may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model. Contact your nearest Sears store for the

accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching.

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Tapered

2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs puncture

holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in, Steel weighttray

for increased penetration.

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage.

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available, plus accesso-

ries such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover, protectivemat and

dolly.

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow moisture

and nutdentsto reach grass roots. 36-inch swath, 24 hardened steel

coring tips. 150 lb. capacity weight tray,

DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel blades that angle from 10 to

20 degrees, 40 inches wide. Can hook 2 units in tandem, (Requires

sleeve hitch.)

DOZER BLADE removes snow; grades dirt, sand and gravel, 48

inches wide, 17 inches high, clears 44-inch path when angled. Master

lift control lever for operator ease. Spring trip for snow removal on

uneven pavement; built-in float for blade to follow ground contour.

Reversible, replaceable scraper bar. (Use with tire chains and wheel

weights and/or rear drawbar weight.)

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters ir_front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain,

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at

once, such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with

rollers, carts or other heavy attachments).

MULCH RAKF.JDETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring tine

teeth. Useful toprepare bare areas for seeding. Avaitabteforfrontor

rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING

TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and tosses thatch into

large hopper, Mounts behind tractor.

PLOW turns soit 6 inches deep, cuts t0-inch furrow. Crank adjust-

ment controts depth, 3-position yoke sets width. Heavy steel landside

for straight furrowing. (Requires sleeve hitch,)

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a

pickup truck. Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber.

REAR GRADER BLADE is 42 inches wide and operated from driver's

seat. Reversible steel blade can be angled at 30 degrees for grading,

Reverses for pushing snow backwards. (Requires sleeve hitch.)

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch diameter

water-tight drum holds up to 390 lbs, of weight. Rounded edges

prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum.

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR is 43 inches wide, Prepares ground for

seeding, helps weed control. Steel frame holds 5 adiustabte sweeps.

Adjusts vertically, horizontally, (Requires sleeve hitch.) Optional

accessory: steel furrow opener for wider openings for potatoes,

corn, and other deep-seeded crops.

SLEEVE HITCH for use with master lift system. Singte pin couples/

uncouples,

SNOWTHROWER has 42-inch swath. Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wet/heavy snow. Mounts easity with simple pin arrange-

ment. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat. 6-inch diameter

spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet. Lift controlled at tractor seat.

(Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight.)

SPRAYE RS use 12-voft DC electric motor that connects to the tractor

battery or other 12-vott source. Includes booms for automatic

spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand has adjustable

spray pattern. For applying herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and

liquid fertilizers.

SPREADERISEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kilIing

easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-icers and

sand.

SWEEPERS tet you collect grass clippirigs and leaves.

TILLER has 8 hp engine to prepare seed beds, cultivate, and compost

garden residue. Chain-drive transmission. Six 11-inch diameter one

piece heat-treated steel tines. TilIs 30-inch path. (Requires sleeve

hitch.) Or use 5 hp tow-behind TILLER with 36-inch swath to prepare

seed beds, cultivate and compost garden residue° Tiller has its own

built-in lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve

hitch. Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor, Simply hook up to the

tractor drawbar and go! Optional accessories for 5 hp tiller convert

unit for dethatching, aerating, hilling...without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross links

give smooth ride, outstanding traction.

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubuIar steel frame,

ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibility.

Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm and dry.

Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun protector in

summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/tempered solid

safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper; 12-volt amber

caution light for mounting on cab top.

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass cIippings and leaves.

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach places.

VAC/CHIPPER inctudes a chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar forsnow remova_ applications. Can

be mounted on front of tractor for plowing applications. Uses (t) 55

lb. weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow

removal or dozing heavy materials.

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE

Parts Bag contents shown fula size

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-i8

(1) Knob

(t) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8

(2) Lock Washers #10

(2) Weld Nuts #I0 [_

(2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

(3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

(2) Washers 9132 x 5/8

x t6 Gauge

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

(2) Lock Washers 1/4

PACK

Parts packed separateUy in carton

Seat

Steering

Sleeve

F-q

P_ ,,,

Video

Cassette

Steering

Wheel

Mutcher

Plate

[

Manual Pa_s Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

,,, ,,,,, ,,,,,

(2) Shoulder _//_'1

Bolts t I_.L_t /f

\. LJ.!/(2) Gauge

_.._/ Wheels

(2) Washers 3/8

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

(2) Center-

iock Nuts

i2j root

(2) Keys

Latch Hook

Assemblys

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Slope Sheet

ASSEMBLY

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 assembte must be tightened securely. Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set wilt make assembly easier, Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(2) 7/t6" wrenches (1) Tire pressure gauge

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Utility l_nife

(i) 1/2" wrench (1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels flat.

Remove mower and packing materials.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFFSKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• 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.

Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) andslide 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 plastic 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.

STEERING

WHEEL

STEERING _ STEERING SHAFT

WHEEL 1_ /

ADAPTER _-_J ._

I _/ / STEERING

.;;-' __ / SLEEVE ,

/ /._ '_--:J / t k'"

1 / _I /

t /

I I t// /

FiG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-

tion section for location and function of con-

trois)

,, Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position.

Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

, Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to

disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

the Operation section of this manual).

o Roll tractor backwards off skid.

ASSE

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi"

rials. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive termina! must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding,

Lift hood to raised position.

• Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec-

tive caps and discard.

, If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

charge batten.7for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat-

tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

Close terminal access doors.

Use terminal access doors for:

= Inspection for secure cbnnections (to tighten hard-

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

, Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely.

Do not tighten.

Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

® Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

o 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.

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

SEAT

ware),

Inspection for corrosion.

Testing battery.

, Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging.

HEX NUT

DISCARDTERMINAL

PROTECTIVE CAPS

LOCK

WASHER

FLAT

WASHER

HEX

BOLT

ACCESS

DOOR

POSiTiVE

(RED)

CABLE

NEGATIVE

(BLACK)

CABLE

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FLAT

WASHER

FiG. 3

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 PSt shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see

that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

F_G. 2

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 4 and 7)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension

arms are raised with attachment lift control, Engage park-

ing brake.

Cut and remove ties securing antFsway bar and belts.

Swing antFsway bar to _eftside of mower deck.

Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right

side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN

ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT1NTO

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 inL.H. front suspension bracket

oniy and retain with single loop retainer spring as

shown,

o Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it

stops°

Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.

Place the L.H. suspension arm on inward pointing deck

pin. tf necessary, rockand 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.

o Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

o Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove

slack from mower suspension,

= Raise mower to highest position.

• Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO ADJUST GAUGE

WHEELS" in the Operation 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

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.

FRONT

SUSPENSION

ELECTRIC BRACKETS

CLUTCH \

PULLEY

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS (Inward pointing

BRACKET deck pins)

SUSPENSION

ARMS

FRONT

MOWER

BRACKET

FRONT

LINK

SHOULDER

BOLT

GAUGE

WHEEL /

_8 WASHER

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

3/8-16

CENTER

LOCKNUT

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER

SPRING ANTI-SWAY

BAR

IDLER /

PULLEY

F1Go4

SINGLE

LOOP

RETAINER

SPRINGS

DISCHARGE GUARD

ASSE

iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and 6)

install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,

washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting

weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

• Tighten hardware securely.

• 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 intohole on front of mower deck.

, Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

_UT|ON_ remove discharge

. _ ,drt,_ guard from mower. Raise and hold i

j _ guard _u!cher plate

_ and all_tate whi'ie in

I operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher

blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

HOOK POINTS

WELD NUT DOWN

FROM THE TOP

LOCK

WASHER

WELD_ SCREW

NUT _\

LATCH

HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK

WASHER

FiG. 5

WELD

NUT

BLY

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

LATCH

HOOKS

FiG. 6

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:

v" Al! assembly instructions have been completed.

v" No remaining loose parts in carton.

v" Batter,.7is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

v" All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinfiated at the factory).

v" 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 atl belt keepers.

¢" Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

v' Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PA Y

EXTRA A TTENTION 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.

v" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

v" It is important to purge the transmission before operat-

ing your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting

and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START

ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in Opera-

tion section of this manual).

OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature suppIied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY

ENGINE ON

CAUTION OR SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE OFF LIGHTS OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST

OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON

FUEL

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

OPERAON

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

CHOKECONTROL

THROTTLE CONTROL

CLUTCH_RAKE

PEDAL

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

LiFT LEVER

IGNITION SWITCH

PARKING BRAKE

LEVER

APPROX,

SPEEDS:

3 MPH

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

FREE WHEEL CONTROL

FIG, 7

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute,

ATTACHiVIENT CLUTCH SWITCH- Usedto engage mower

blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LiFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for dectutching and

braking the tractor and starting the engine.

MOTION CONTROL - Selects the speed and direction of

tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off,

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off,

IGNiT!ON SWmTCH- Used to start and stop the engine.

AMMETEFt - Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

(-)o

UFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment tift

tever when changing its position, •

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into

the brake Position.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower

height,

OPEF ATUON

The operatfon of any tractor can resutt in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can resuBt

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 the

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

NOTE[: Under certain conditions when unit is standing idle

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig, 8)

You rtractor 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 wilt shut off the engine.

, Depress clutch/brake pedal into futl "BRAKE" position

and hold.

, Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure fromclutch!brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

PUSH IN TO ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

THROTTLE "DISENGAGE" SWITCH PULL OUT TO

CONTROL LEVE_

CHOKE

iGNITION

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

HEIGHT

"DRIVE" ADJUSTMENT PARKING

POSITION KNOB \ BRAKE

"DISENGAGED .... ENGAGED"

POSITION POSITION

FiG. 8

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

* Move attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

, Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

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".

o Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

o Never use choke to stop engine.

with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: _Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE. CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

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 disengage.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

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 perfor-

mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 8)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motion control leverL

• Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

, Slowly move motion control lever to desired position,

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See

Fig. 8)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

o Turn knob clockwise (f-t) to raise cutting height,

, Turn knob counterclockwise (_) to lower cutting

height.

The cutting height range is approximately 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 approxi-

mate 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.

o For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

OPERATION

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)

Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface,

o Adjust mower to desired cutting height,

• Lower mower with lift control. Remove retainer spring

and ctevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar.

Lower gauge wheels to ground, Raise gauge wheels

slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar

and insert clevis pin, Gauge wheels should be slightly

off the ground,

Replace retainer spring into clevis pin,

FiG. 9

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 7 and 8)

Your tractor is equipped with an ope rator presence sensing

switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged wilt

shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

, Lower mower with attachment liftcontrol.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

, TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control,

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

UTfON: Do not drive up or down 1

s with smopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any s|ope.

i mJ donotd,i,.,e ro s ope.._

o Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

, tf slowing is necessary, move throttle control iever to

slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push dutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

- Move motion contro! lever to neutral (N) position,

iMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL !S DEPRESSED.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

, Slowly move motion control lever toslowest setting.

- Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 7 and 11)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel contro! in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar

of tractor.

= Raise.attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control.

• Remove retainer spring from freewheel control rod.

• Push control rod in to disengage transmission and

reinsert retainer spring into control rod hole now on

back side of the bracket.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on atruck or atrailer, be su re hood is closed and

secu red to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc,),

DISCHARGE

GUARD

FiG. 1t

F|G. ! 0

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL (See Fig, 12)

o The engine inyour tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

o 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, tf 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

Customer Responsibilities section of this manuat).

o To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual.

F_G. t2

ENGINE OIL FILL

CAPIDIPSTICK

ADD GASOLINE

° Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities'that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or Ionger_ 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 Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fiit 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 (See Fig. 8}

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.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

° Place motion controt lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

, Move throttle contro{ to fast (,f_) position

o PulI choke control out for a cold engine start attempt.

Fora 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 keyclockwise to "START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-

onds 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 chokecontrol in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts

to run roughfy, pull the choke control out slightly for a

few seconds and then continue to push the control in

slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push

the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to

accept small changes in speed and load, until the

choke controi is fuiiy in. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few

seconds and then continue to push the control in

slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period

from several seconds to several minutes, depending

on the temperature.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

,, Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmis-.

sion should be warmed up as follows:

,, Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neutral.

Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake

slowly return to operating position.

,, Allow one minute for transmission to warm up.

This can be done during the engine warm up

period.

• The attachments can be used during the engine warm-

up period after the transmission has been warmed up

and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adiustments

section of this manual.

OPERAT O

PURGE TRANSMISSION

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-

mended that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any

trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel-

oped during shipping of your tractor. .

iMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMtSSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, iT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATtON

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

, Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and

parking brake set.

- Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

in freewheeling position (See '`TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

, Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine

is running, move throttle control to slow (,_!)position.

With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch!brake pedal.

* Move motion control lever to full forward position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of

drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

, Move motion control feverto neutral (N) position. Shut-

• off engine and set parking brake.

, Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

, Sitting inthe tractor seat, start engine. After the engine

is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.

With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowty

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

, Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move

motion control lever to reverse position. After the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever tothe neutral (N) position. Repeat

this procedure with the motion contro! lever three (3)

times.

Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal

operation.

, o

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.

The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

o Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the rightof the

tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

, When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left hand turns until

finished (See Fig. t3).

if grass i$ extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce Ioad and possibte fire hazard from dried dip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

o Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass wilt plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps. A!low grass to

d_ before mowing.

o Always operate engine at fuit throttle when mowing to

assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of material. ReguJate ground speed by select-

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting

performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

FiG. 13

MULCHING MOWING T_PS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

• The special mulching blade wiif recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they falt onto the Iawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always muich with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this wilt provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

= Avoid cutting your tawn when itis 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 (See Fig. 14). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire that an area be mulched a second time to

compfetely 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.

FiG. 1_,

CUSTOMER RESPONS ILUTIES

_tAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

check Brake Operation

!................................._v'

Check Tire Pressure

T Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace MowerBlades

C Lubrication Chart

T Check Battery Level/Recharge

0 Clean Batteryand Terminals

R CheckTransaxJe Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion DriveBelt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level

SERVICE DATES

i i _ i I

Change Engine Oil _ ................. i .....i i

Clean Air Filter $/'2

E ..................................................I _ ,I t i t !

N Clean Air Screen _. . . 1_'2, I

G Inspect Muffler!SparkArrester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _,2

t Reptace Air Filter Paper Cartridge_ _2

1Rep,aooPuo,F_,tor I_ .........

1 -Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 5 - IIequipped with adjustable system.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

3 - If equipped with oit filter, change oil every 50 hours.

4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil

6 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery,

7 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 tt,-lbs, maximum.

Do not 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.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_)T|E ROD BALL JOINTS

(_ SPINDLE ZERK -_/__ r_ SPINDLE ZERK (_)

(_) FRONT WHEEL "_._.::_..:_...t_r,--_ FRONT WHEEL @

SECTOR GEAR ENGINE _,t

TEETH

BEFORE EACH USE

, Check engine oil level.

= Check brake operation.

o Check tire pressure.

, Check for loose fasteners.

JlViPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VlSCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-

DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

(_) SPRAY SILICONE LUBRICANT (MOVE BOOTS TO LUBRICATE}

(_ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

@ REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTIOtl

CUSTOME RESPONSW LITtES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE*' in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual).

TIRES

o Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

o Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re-

place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 15)

o 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.

= Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

• Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

iMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT lS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED,

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

MANDREL

BLADE ASSEMBLY

TRAILING

EDGE UP

FLAT WASHE

LOCK WA_

HEX BOLT (GRADE E

*A GRADE 8 NEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDE_TtFtED BY SiX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAL

FIG. !5

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 16)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade wilt cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

o The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower,

To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steet bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

, 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.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

CENTER HOLE /

518" BOLT

OR PIN

BLADE

RG. t6

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

* Keep battery andterminals clean.

* Keep battery bolts tight.

* Keep small vent holes open.

Recharge at 6-!0 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

, Remove terminal guard.

o Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED

battery cable and remove battery from tractor.

Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

o Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright.

o Coat terminals with grease or petro{eum jelly.

, Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

CUSTOME RESPONSI JLITIES

TRANSAXLE COOUNG

The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept

clean to assure proper cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is

running or while the transmission is hot, To prevent

possible damage to seals, no not use high pressure water

or steam to clean transaxle.

inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and

dean.

o Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other

materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure sprayer.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte-

nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should

the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your

nearest authorized service center/department.

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.

ENGINE

LUBRICAT{ON

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 VISOOSI'TY' GRADES

°F -20 ° 0 ° 30; 32° 40° 60° 80° 100'*

_c -3oo -2oo -loo o° 1o, 20° 3oo 4'0.

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

FIG. 17

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every 50 hours thereafter 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 (See Figs. 17 and t8)

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.

o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 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.

OIL

DRAIN

PLUG

AIR _IL FILL

SCREEN CAPIDIPSTICK

FiG. 18

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. t8)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent

engl,,e dama_ ,,ore o,,.rhea,,ng. Clean with a,,';"- _".... _"

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE!COOUNG 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 re-

moved will cause engine damage due to overheating.

AiR FtLTER (See Fig. 19}

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.

Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera-

tion 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-cteaner off cartridge.

® Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

o Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry.

o 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.

PLATE

CUSTO ESPO LmTmES

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 I00 hours of operation, whichever

occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

INoMNE FUEL FILTER {See Fig. 20)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

Place new fuel filter in position in fuel fine 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

RUBBER

SEAL

FIGo !9 ....

ENG|NE 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.

FIG. 20

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign

matter.

o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

° Protect painted surfaces with automotive 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 engine fife.

SERWCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

- Depress c|utcidbrake pedal futly and set parking brake.

, Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position,

, P_ace attachment clutch in "D{SENGAGED" position.

® Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key,

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

- Disconnect spark p_ug wire from spark ptug and piace wire where it cannot come in contact with

ptug, _......

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 21)

= Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED'; position.

o Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.

o Lower mower to its lowest position.

, Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas-

sis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

Remove retainer springs from suspension 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 bett 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 MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO MNSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND

DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual.

SUSPENSION ARMS

LIFT

LINKS

ADJUSTMENT

NUT

FRONT

LINKS

FRONT

MOWER

BRACKET

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

if tires are over or underinflated, you wil! not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22)

* 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 half turn of adjustment nut will change mower

height about 3/t6".

Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM BOTTOM

OFCURL OF CURL

GROUND LINE

FiG, 22

FRONT SUSPENSION

BRACKETS

CHASSIS

BRACKET

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

PULLEY

RETAINER SPRINGS

RETAINER

SPRING

FRONT MOWER BRACKET

ADJUSTMENT NUT

RETAINER

SPRINGS

SERVICE A D ADJUSTMENTS

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) -

mMPORTANT: 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 !/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest

position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

tance "F" directly in front of and behind the mandrel at

bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

, Before making any necessary adjustments, 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.

o When distance "F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut"H" against trunnion on both front links,

o 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 fuft turn of nut "G" wil! change dim, "F, by

approximately 3/8".

, Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

MANDREL

FIG, 23

BOTH FRONT LINKS SHOULD BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "H

FRONT LINKS

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 25) -

® Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.

• Remove four screws from L.H. mandrel cover and

remove cover.

• Roll belt over the top of L.H. 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 (See Fig. 25) -

• 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 L.H. mandrel pulley.

, Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the

grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.

, Reassemble LH. mandrel cover.

REMOVE LH.

MANDREL ELECTRIC

COVER SCREWS CLUTCH

PULLEY

IDLER

PULLEYS

MANDREL

MOWER

DRtVEBELT

BELT

KEEPER

FIG. 25

F{G.24 22

SE VECE A ADJUSTM TS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig, 26)

Park the tractor on leve! surface. Engage parking brake.

o Remove mower ddve belt (See'q'O REPLACE MOWER

DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

o Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual).

o Remove four screws from R.H. mandrel cover and

remove cover. Unhook spring from bolt on mower

housing.

• Carefully roll heft off R.H. mandrel pulley.

o Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley,

and L.H. mandrel pulley.

o Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu-

lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

- Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they

rotate freely.

o Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and

sway-bar bracket.

• Insta{I new beit in lower groove of L.H. mandrel pulley,

idler pulley, and center mandrel pultey 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 rein-

stall 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).

a,R,

MANDREL

COVER

LH, MOWER

MANDREL BLADE CENTER

DRIVE BELT MANDREL

t / iDLER '

PULLEY

SWAY-BAR

BRACKET SCREW

FIG. 26

SPRING

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

(See Fig, 27)

The eiectric 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. Adiustments should be made by your nearest

authorized service center/department.

Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are

in "OFF" position.

o Adjust the three nylon tocknuts until space between

clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot

locations cut in side of brake plate.

NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at

full throttle and engage and disengage electdc clutch !0

cycles to wear in clutch plate.

ROTOR

CLUTCH PLATE

.012"

NYLON LOCKNUT (3) BRAKE PLATE

FIG. 27

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 28)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• 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 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and tum

nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". 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 au-

thorized service centertdepartment.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

NUT "A"

JAM NUT

OPERATING

FIG. 28

$ERVnCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

3"0 REPLACE MOTBON DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 29}

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.

Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual.)

BELT REMOVAL -

= Engage parking brake (creates slack in bait).

Remove belt from clutching and fan idler pulleys.

Loosen belt keeper above transaxle pulley.

= Remove belt from transaxle pulley.

Remove belt from engine pulley and front V-idier pul-

ley.

, Pu!l belt out of all belt keepers and remove from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and

front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of all belt

keepers.

Route belt on right side, coming from V-idler, towards

back of tractor, above midspan belt keeperand to top

of transaxle pulley.

, Route belt on left side, coming from engine pulley,

towards back of tractor and through loop in midspan

belt keeper.

Place V part of belt into grooves on transaxte and fan

idler pu}leys, making sure to route belt inside of all belt

keepers.

, Retighten belt keeper above transaxle pulley.

• Place belt around clutching idiers as shown, making

sure to route belt inside of all belt keepers.

® Check to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on

proper side of all belt keepers,

• Reinstall mower.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT.

TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC

VIEWED FROM L.H. SIDE OF TRACTOR

CLUTCHING TRANSAXLE

CLUTCHING IDLER BELT

FLAT IDLER _ER

ENGINE ABOVE BELT

PULLEY

V-IDLER KEEPER

BELT

AS VlEWED FROM BOTTOM

BELT

TWISTS

BELT

KEEPER

FAN

iDLER

"TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER

(See Fig. 30)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its

position whiie at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the

friction pack located on the right side of chassis.

° Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning

ignition key to "OFF" position and engage parking

brake.

- Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

While holding locknut, loosen iam nut

• Tighten tocknut 1/4 turn.

While holding Iocknut, tighten jam nut securely.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion

control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above

adjustment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if

necessary.

LOCKNUT

JAM NUT

FiG. 30

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or

replacement, it should be purged after reinstaltation before

operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in

Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembiy

section of this manual.

FIG. 29

2,$

SERVMCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation.

Toe-in was setat 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 (See Fig. 31) -

Position front wheels straight ahead.

o 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 (See Figs. 31 and 32) -

Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is i/8" to i/4" less than

dimension "B".

WASHER:

RETAINING

RING

AXLE

COVER

FIG. 33

REAR WHEEL -

, Block rear axle securely.

Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.

Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub

bolts securely.

TO START ENGINE W_TH A WEAK BATTERY

Tighten jam nuts securely.

FIG, 31

ADJUSTMENT

SLEEVES

JAM

TIE ROD

FIG, 32

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

(See Fig. 34)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries, Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR !S EQUIPPEDWITH 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 batter,!, taking care not to short

against chassis.

, Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (-) 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.

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/depart-

ment.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 33) -

,_ Block up axle securely.

° Remove axle cover, reta!ning ring and washers to allow

wheel removal.

= Repair tire and reassemble.

Replace washers and snap retaining ring secureiy in

axle groove.

Replace axle cover.

RED cable last from both batteries.

"POSmVE" (+)

LH. PANEL

BOLT

"NEGATIVE"(-)

25 F_G, 34

ERVmCE AN ADJUST IENTS

TO REPLACE HEADUGHT BULB

Raise hood,

Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill.

Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the gril!,

= Close hood,

iNTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wirirrg may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

o Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section of this manual

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

(See Fig. 35)

,, While holding spring bushing with wrench, loosenjam

nut.

• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and

reduce tift effort for heavier attachments.

, Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise for lighter at-

tachments.

• Retighten jam nut against spring bushing,

iMPORTANT: DO NOTADJUST FOR MAXIMUM SPRING

TENSION WHEN USING LIGHT ATTACHMENTS SUCH

AS A MOWER. ADJUST LIFT LEVER SPRtNG TO AtD IN

LIFTING ATTACHMENT: DO NOT OVERPOWER SPRING.

WHEN REMOVING ATTACHMENT, ALWAYS ADJUST

SPRING TENSION TO ITS LOWEST POSITION,

ADJUSTMENT SPRING BUSHING

BOLT

ATTACHMENT

JAM NUT LIFT SPRING

FiG. 35

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig, 36)

• Raise hood,

, Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at'sides, tilt toward

engine and liftoff of tractor.

, To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WiRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 36

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 37)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable, if adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle control lever to

fast (,{_) position.

• Checkthat speed control lever is against stop screw. If

it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cable until lever is against screw. Tighten clamp screw

securely.

IDLE FUEL

ADJUSTING iDLE SPEED

NEEDLE tSTING

;REW

THROTTLE

CONTROL

CABLE

STOP

SCREW

SCR EW

CHOKE

CONTROL

CABLE

26. F_G.37

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

(See Figs. 37 and 38)

The choke control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

° With engine not running, move choke control (located

on dash panel) to full choke (!",I)position.

o Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to

expose carburetor choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Choke should be closed, if it is not, loosen casing

clamp screw and move choke cable untitchoke is

compfeteJy closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se-

curely.

• Reassemble air cleaner.

CLOSED FOR

FULL CHOKE

FIG. 38

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 371

The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clocleMse)

decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner

fuetiair mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out (coun-

terclockwise) 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 "TO ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in theService and

Adjustments section of this manual).

With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clock-

wise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counter-

clockwise) 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 IN) position.

- The high idle is set at the factory and cannot be

adjusted.

• !d!e 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 uhtii correct idle is attained.

° Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in

stow (,_l_) position, turn idle fue! adjusting needle in

(clockwise) until engine speed decreases and then

turn out (counterclockwise) approximately 3/4 turn to

obtain the best low speed performance.

• Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

,_"_ _ r I

o [v,_,veth, ottte contro, tever from s_ow (,_i) to fast (_)

position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel

adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Re-

peat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust-damage

may result.

IMPORTANT; NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDtNG THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

STORAGE

immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When

mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor-

oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

clean, dry area.

o Cleanentiretractor(See"CLEANING"intheCustomer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

- Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

o Be sure that atl 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, batter/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 Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

o After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

° Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

° tf battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: tT [S IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHmCHLEADS

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 stor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least t0 minutes after adding

stabilizer to a!low the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain o11(with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

• 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 gasofine 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 cove rthat

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust.

iMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

"TROUBLESHOOTI G POINTS

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicke but witl not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

CAUSE

1, Out of fueL

2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3. Engine flooded,

4, Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6, Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

8, Loose or damaged wiring,

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

I0. Engine valves out of adjustment.

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. RepIace spark ptug.

5. Clean/replace air rifler.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor' in Service Adjustments

section.

10. Contact an authorized service center/department.

!. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuet filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring,

7, Carburetor outof adjustment.

8, Engine vatves out of adjustment,

1. Clutch/brake pedat not depressed,

2. Attachment clutch is engaged,

3. Weak or dead batten/,

4, Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals,

6, Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Fauttyoperator presenceswitch(es).

1. Cleanirep!ace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact an authorized service center/department.

t. Depress cfutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. CIean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

i, Cutting too much grass/too fast,

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter,

5. Low oil level!dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter,

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9, Water in fuel.

10, Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12, Dirty/clogged muffter.

13, Loose or damaged widng,

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3, Loose/damaged part(s).

t, Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean batteryterminats,

3. Check all wiring.

4. ChecWreplace solenoid or starter,

1, Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed,

2. Adjust throttle control.

3, Clean underside of mower housing,

4. Clean/replace air filter,

5. Check oil level/change oil,

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug,

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline,

9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and repIace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire,

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12, C;eardreplace muffler.

13. Check all wiring,

14. See"To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

t5, Contact an authorized service center/department.

t. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2, Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s). Repi_,ce damaged parts.

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

CAUSE

I, Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

CORRECTION

1. Check wiring, switches and Connections. if not

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, teaves, and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent hotes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

department,

t. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

3. Frozen idler puftey.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not tevet.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent ortooee btade.

t. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mowerdrive beit worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

t 1. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

.3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Leve! mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

1. Switch is "OFF".

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Biown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

t. Freewheel control in "disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission during shpment

or servicing.

1. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Repiace with blades listed in this manual.

! 1. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Turn switch"ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. ChecWctean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in "engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

I. Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

SCHEr_ATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,258970

AMMETER

(OPTIOn.

IGNITION

SWITCH

RED

_c_

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

IGNITION SWITCH

OFF G ÷ M + L NONE

RUNiUGHTI B + L A + Y

RUN B..+..L NONE

START B+L+S, NONE

NOTE lSAMPOC_ 3_0RPM L--1

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQU{PPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME

THEI R BRIGHTEST.

+I![

ol 1o

BATTERY

-'"-.. SOLENOID

FUSE 30 AMP. "\ ! ..... ";

, C_ _ -_ ' _ i STARTER

---_(-_-J _ L._ I IC Gel

!_,) ', _ ?"_,-F_ E_L_EC_T_R!C_C_L_UT_C_H

i. ....... J _ ; (_ [ O 1.......... t

L-' .... _ I _ ' _ I , _......... J

| ] REDI B , I.) _ SEAT SWITCH

---- " /r _ , :t_, ,----ff .... ,

1 i _- , "_t---T_--t _-

..... t 1 [ f_ PTO(DISENGAGED) I _h'. _:'p_L_ t

,_ HOURP_ " ".......... h q

(OPTIONAL) _ SPARK

IGNITION _ PLUGS GAP

UNit I _<2_LUGSO.

TWiN CYL ENGINES)

i "z_' UNE , I

_ SMART SPARK

ELECTRONICS

" l

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM

HEADLIGHTS (_E_ULATO£DtSCONNECTEO)

PTO _ H _ B

POSITION .............cIRcUIT I I II

! _ I ..............I /-_

OFF C+G,B+H J D A

oN IC+F.B+E:A+DI

ENGINE CONNECTOR TRACTOR CONNECTOR

REGULATOR --,,, f-- ENGINE IGNITION SWITCH

_PURPLE WIRE, \ / SHORTING BATTERY

"M" FOR ENGJNE -m (-_, z-_ CHARGING

RED WIRE) i__/-_l (WHITE WIRE) SHORTING _

/o= D

tMIRE_

CARBURETOR ll_II (BLACK WIRE) It [_ E_ li" ...... '

SOL=NOlO,_ IOILSE=TRYOILSENTRYtlr-_--__ll SWITCHED

(REDWIRE, __ (GREE),I OPTION 4,[-_. -------"_%[_ +t2V

BLUE WIRE) L_ v,,,_mu; (YELLOW WIRE (BLUE WIRE)

TO LIGHT PKG.)

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF W_RtNG INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT,

THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ffEPA]R PAffTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917,258970

24\ 42 i_......................

i \

-" 32

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR o = MODEL NUMBER 917,258970

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927

2 74760412

3 STD551125

4 STD551025

6 STD541025

7 7697J

8 7603J

9 109596X

10 145211

11 150109

12 145769

16 153664

19 STD551125

20 73350400

21 136850

22 4152J

24 4014J

25 146686

26 108824X

28 157899

29 121305X

30 140301

3t 124211X

32 141226

33 109310X

40 156162

41 17720408

42 131563

43 145673

45 t22822X

50 154963

51 140405

NOTE:

Battery 12 Volt 35 amp.

Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer, Lock 1/4

Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga

Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20

Tube Plastic

Tray, Battery

Clamp, Hose

Bott 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc

Hold down Batter/Front Mount

F_utPush Nylon I/4" .

_wltcn lntenocK _'usn-in

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Jam Hex t/4-20

Harness Socket Light Wi4152J

Bulb Light 22"

Cable, Battery Red 4 Ga.

Cable, Battery Red 4 Ga. w/16 wire

Fuse

Cable, Ground 4 Gauge 3/8 Term

Switch, Plunger NC Gray

Switch, Ign

Nut, Ignition Switch

Cover Switch Key

Key, Ignition Craftsman, Delta

Harness Ign. 95 GT Elec. CV22

Screw 1/4-20 x t/2

Cover, Terminat

Solenoid

Ammeter, rectangular 15 amp.

Switch, PTO

Ring Retainer PTO

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

t inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER $17,258970

CHA$SHS AND ENCLOSURES

47120

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 9!7o258970

CHASSJSAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

I 150253

2 140506

3 136671X558

4 73800700

5 145203

6 157882

7 17720408

8 145166

9 108067X

t0 19092016

11 137270

I2 137269

!3 137271

14 136673X558

15 136374

16 t21794X

17 17490612

18 136373X428

19 19131312

20 STD523710

21 STD541437

22 136670X558

23 17490616

24 145243X558

28 145244X558

29 145349

30 145052

3t 145183

32 141315

33 141314

34 t42131

36 STD522107

37 t40002X558

38 STD551025

39 136961

40 156111

41 17580408

Rail, Frame RH VGT

Drawbar, Gt

Panel Asm., Side LH

Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc

Dash, Plastic Black

Dash Asm., Lower VGT

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

Support, Dash t-Pc. Battery

Nut, Pal

Washer 9/32 x 1-I/4 x 16 Ca.

Rivet, Ratchet Male

Washer, Nylon

Rivet, Ratchet Female

Hood Asm., Pnt

Lens, Bar Clear

Cover, Access

Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Grite

Washer 13/32 x 13/i 6 x 12 Ca.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Panel Asm., Side RH

Screw, Thdro! 3/8-16 x ! TY-TT

Footrest, RH LT!YTiGT 95

Footrest, LH LT/YT/GT 95

Bracket, Support Dash

Saddle, Hydro 1995

Brace, Support Steering VGT

Bracket Asm., Frame Pivot Lh

Bracket Asm., Frame Pivot Rh

Bracket, Engine Supportr

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

Fender, Pnt. YT/GT ws FTK MS 558

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x t6 Ca.

Bracket, Axle Front

Bracket, Support Axle/Engine

Screw Tap Tite 1/4-20 x 1/2

42 STD533710

43 138939

44 136940

45 154913

47 17490608

48 154995

49 154993

50 152728

52 STD541431

56 154914

57 73640400

58 137113

59 74180412

60 17490620

63 19131614

64 144283

68 17490508

70 137159

77 137308

84 142992

86 74760716

90 STD551237

91 156586

92 156281X011

94 100207K

95 105531X

98 140503

99 140871

100 124236X

101 17490628

102 STD624003

103 142273

106 138776

120 19131616

-- 8022J

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-!6 x 1

Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh

Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh

Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Bracket Asm., Pivot Hood Lh

Bracket Asm., Pivot Hood Rh

Bracket, Chassis Front

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh

Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20

Bracket Asm., Fender

Screw, Math Cr 1/4-20 x 3/4

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

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Washer, Serrated Disc 13/32 x 1

Screw, Thd 5/16-18 x 1/2

Guide, Belt Mid Span

Shield, Front

Stop, Over Center Mower

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

Washer, Lock External Tooth 3/8

Rail, Frame Lh VGT

Plate, Sitkscreen Dash

Clip, Fuel Line •

Push Nut, Nylon

Bracket Skid Chassis

Rod By Pass

Cap By Pass Rod

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

Retainer, Spring

Lock, By Pass

Bolt 5/16-18 Type TT

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

Plug, Hole

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

... _oOEL NU_BEF_ 917,258970

REPAIR PARTS

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917o258970

KEY PART

NO, NO,

2 7070E

3 7563R

5 STD541437

6 STD56i210

7 140507

9 140080

15 STD551037

17 140921

20 73940800

22 156103

23 130564

28 73350600

29 140494

30 19131616

33 12000053

34 124236X

35 137648

36 149412

37 121749X

38 150035

39 74321016

40 5304J

41 73631000

42 8883R

46 145170

47 138228

48 72110612

50 t31494

51 STD541437

52 139123

53 207J

54 156563

55 105706X

56 140218

58 74760724

61 140488

64 154752

65 67609

66 140296

67 19131312

68 5142H

69 123800X

70 151146

71 151179

DESCRIPTION

Key t/4 x 2.5

Washer Thrust Axle Harden

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

Wheel Hub Asm.

Bolt Hub

Washer 13/32 x !3/16 x 16 Ga

Spring Rod Brake

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20

Arm Asm Shift VGTH

Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 UNC BikiRed

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC

Brake Rod

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

Ring E

Cap Plunger

Rod Parking Brake

Spring, Drive, Ground

Washer 25/32 x 1-i/4 x 16 Gauge

Nyliner, Bushing

Screw Fin #10-24 x 1

Actuator Interlock Switch

Nut Lock #10-24

Cover Pedal Blk Round

Retainer Spring

Clutch Rod

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr 5

Pulley Idler Flat

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Pulley Idler Grooved

Washer Hartdened

Clutch Arm Asm Idler

Bearing Nyi .503 x .628 x 1.25

V-Belt 84.5 x .490 VGTH

Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/2

Putlery Transaxle

Shaft Asm Brake Parking Clutch

Bolt Shoulder

Washer Hardened

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x t2 Ga

Pin Roll

Washer

Console Hydro Fender

Plate Console Shift

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

72 STD541431

73 7478O548

74 142432

76 140481

77 74760716

78 19111212

79 72110505

80 140484

81 17490612

82 150586

83 140479

84 140490

85 17541020

86 140462

87 140491

88 140492

89 73680700

90 140489

91 17490644

92 74760520

93 140502

94 133835

96 141103

98 141004

99 17490624

100 126881X

101 156106

104 140480

105 17580408

t06 142918

107 154739

108 142917

109 140929

111 156240

112 156104

113 73220700

115 123405X

116 73900500

117 73900600

-- 150073

Locknut Hex W/Washer Insert

Bolt Fin Hex 5t16-18 x 3

Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo t/4-1/2

Bracket Transaxle

Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 12 Ga

Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bracket Torque RH

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bracket Mount Torque!Fan

Strap Torque Mid

Spacer

Screw #10-24 x 1-1/4

Fan 7" Hydro

Adapter Fan

Pulley Idler

Nut Lock Hex 7/16-14

Keeper Belt

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 2-3/4

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 1.25

Link Shift Asm

Fastner Christmas Tree

Washer Nickel Plated

Bracket Shift Support

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

Washer Compression

Washer Bellville

_Bracket Idler

Screw Tap t/4-20 x t/2

O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear

Line Fuel Hydro

Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear

Spring Return Brake

Spacer Shift Lever VGTH

Washer Nylon High Temp

Nut Hex ASF 7/16-t4 Unc

Keeper Belt T/A Gnd Dr. LR

Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/!6-18

Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc

Transaxle (See Breakdown)

Hydro Gear 218-3010

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258970

e /"

REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR ° ° vIODEL NUMBER 9t7o258970

,KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRfPTJON

1 !2!472X

2 137094

3 6855M

4 136960

5 13695£

6 6266H

7 i2i748X

8 12000029

£ 121232X

!0 74781044

11 136518

12 73901000

13 121749X

14 STD551137

15 STD541537

t6 145103

17 137347

18 137155

19 156011

20 145182

21 100711L

22 155105

23 152£27

24 19133808

25 STD523710

26 126805X

27 3366R

28 17490612

29 104239X

30 12000034

31 138136

32 19111610

33 STD551t31

34 STD523107

35 138059

36 137156

37 73360600

38 109850X

39 73700600

40 !09851X

4t 155246

42 17490508

Wheel, Steering Auto Black

Axle Asm., Front

Fitting, Grease

Spindle Asm, LH

Spindle Asm., RH

Beadng, Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 x !-5/8 x 16*Ga.

Ring, Kiip #T5304-75

Cap, Spindle

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

Spacer, Brg. Axle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Uric

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

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut, Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf

Shaft Asm., Steering

Rod Asm., Tie Bali J Ball Vgt (inc.

Key No. 36-40)

Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt

Support Asm., Steering Vgt

Column, Steering

Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strg.

Screw

Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Ga.

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

Cap, Wheel Steering

Bearing, Co!. Strg.

Screw, Thrdrol 3/8-!6 x 3/4

Bearing, Flange

Ring, Klip Truarc #5304-75

Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer ! 1/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

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

Gear, Sector Steering

Tie Rod

Jam Nut RH Thread

Joint Asm. Ba!] RH Thread

Jam Nut LH Thread

Joint Asm. Bail LH Thread

Bracekt Switch interlock VGT 97

Screw Thdroi 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

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

! inch = 25,4 mm

REPABRPARTS

ENGINE

TRACTOR o =MODEL NUMBER 9t7o258970

"_ 45

27 39

j 5¸5

33/ /

544_

REPAIR PARTS

ENGIN5

'TRACTOR o ° MODEL NUMBER 9t7=258970

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2 152947

5 13200300

7 151396

8 121361X

9 150828

10 105432X

11 140923

12 143996

15 151346

!6 t09227X

17 106082X

18 152334

t9 13290300

20 132755

21 17720410

22 132779

23 19132616

24 STD551237

25 73920600

26 3645J

27 139277

28 7834R

29 132920

33 STD551437

37 123487X

38 74780624

39 17490636

40 17490664

4! !26!97X

42 STD551143

43 150280

45 128861

46 19131616

47 142040

48 19132007

50 143020

51 152946

52 17580408

53 143528

54 19131414

55 13090336

56 13090308

NOTE:

Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler

CV20S-65538

Muffler Asm

Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT

Muffler Asm Guard

Pulley V-Idler

Belt Engine Keeper Asm VGT 96

Bushing

Clutch Electric

Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YT/GT 96

Pad Spacer

Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge Vented

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

Control Throttle

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

Control Choke

Washer 13/32 X I - 5/8 X t6 Ga

Lockwasher Ext Tooth 3/8

Nut Keps 3/8 - 24 UNF

Bushing

Stem Tank Fuel

Fuel Line

Spark Arrester Kit

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

Clamp Hose

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8 * 16 x 1-1/2

Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Unc

Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4

Washer 1-1/20D X !5/32 ID X .250

Washer Lock 7/16

Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 X 4 - 1/4 Ga 5

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

Spacer Engine

Washer 13/32 x i-1/4 x 7 Ga.

Duct Air

Pipe Crossover

Screw Tap 1/4 - 20 x 1/2

Bracket Duct Air Rear Sup

Washer Flat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Nipple Pipe 3/BNPT X 4-1/2

E]bow Nipple Pipe 3/8 x 1

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS;

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR o° MODEL NUMBER 917.258970

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140124

2 140551

3 140675

4 127018X

5 145006

8 STD541437

7 124181X

8 150176

I0 155925

12 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050411

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot Seat

Strap, Fender

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 X .62

Clip, Push In Hinged

Nut,Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring, Seat Cprsn

Bolt 5/t6-18 UNC x 3/4 w/Seres

Pan, Seat

Bracket, Mounting Switch

Bushing, Snap

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-3/8

KEY PART

NO. NO.

15 121249X

16 123740X

t7 123976X

t8 19171912

t9 120068X

20 124238X

21 153236

22 STD541431

DESCRIPTION

Spacer, Split

Spring, Cprsn

Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.

Knob, Seat 1/2-13 Unc

Cap, Spring Seat

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

LIFT ASSE_tBLY

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917o258970

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12t006X

2 154389

3 121002X

4 12000022

5 19292016

6 74780624

7 125631X

8 !22365X

9 122364X

10 2876H

1! 146704

12 STD624008

13 139868

14 140302

!5 STD541437

16 674A247

17 STD541237

!8 143363

19 STD551037

20 5328J

21 STD523710

22 127218

25 26

12_ 24

DESCRIPTION

Rod Asm., Lever

Shaft Asm,, Lift Vgt

Lever Asm., Lift Rh

E-Ring Truarc #5133-87

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gal

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

Grip, Handle Fluted BIk

Button, PLunger Red

Plunger, Lever Lift

Spring 2-1/8"

Link Lift

Retainer, Spring

Arm, Suspension Vgt

Bearing, Pvt. Lift Spherical

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-I6 Unc

Spring Asm., Assist Lift

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-I6 Unc

Bracket, Spring Assist

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

Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

Link, Front

20 19 18

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCREPTION

23 STD624008

24 73350800

25 130171

26 73800800

29 150233

30 110807X

31 19131016

32 137t50

33 STD560907

34 137167

35 138057

38 155097

39 t23935X

40 17490512

41 73540600

42 19112410

43 !23934X

70 145212

72 110452X

Retainer, Spring

Nut, Jam Hex 1/2ot3 Unc

Trunnion

Nut, Lock WiWsh t/2-13 Unc

Trunnion, tnfin. Height

Nut, Special

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x t6 Ga.

Spring, Compression Inf Hgt

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod, Adj Lift

Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc

Pointer, Height Indicator

Plug, Hole

Screw Thdrot 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

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

Scale, Indicator Height

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Nut Push Phos & Oil

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917o258970

REPAIR PARTS

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR = ° MODEL NUMBER 9t7.258970

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156948

3 138457

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 152443

12 129895

13 137553

14 137152

!5 110485X

16 140329

18 STD533106

19 132827

20 145055

21 STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713×

26 110452X

27 157788

28 19111016

29 131491

30 138776

3! 129963

32 153531

33 137266

34 144945

35 17490628

36 STD551037

37 131494

DESCRIPT_ON

Deck Asm., Mower 46"

Bracket Asm., Sway Bar

Retainer Spring

Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar)

Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8

Washer, Lock Hvy., Unptated 3/8

Washer, Hard Blade, Mower

Vented

Blade, 46" Mower Deck

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204

Shaft Asm. w!Lower Bearing

(Includes Key No. 12)

Housing, Mandrel

Bearing, Bail, Mandrel

Stripper, Mower Round

Bolt, Carriage 5/t6-18 x 5/8

Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/t6-18

Baffle, Vortex Mower 46"

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC

Stiffiner, Bracket

Bracket, Deflector

Cap, Sleeve

Spring, Torsion, Deflector

Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector Mower

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

Rod, Hinge

Screw, Hex Head, Thdroll

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

Anchor, Spring Deck 46"

Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Tytt

Washer t 3/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.

Pulley, Idler, Flat

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

38 156086

39 144917

40 137273

41 17490620

42 122052X

.43 144949

44 133943

45 145059

46 137729

47 144959

48 139573

49 STD541437

50 72110612

51 153390

52 156493

101 145579

102 71161010

103 STD551110

104 19061216

105 130758

106 2029J

116 137644

117 133957

118 73930600

119 19121414

126 144948

127 146763

-- 143651

157251

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Pulley, Idler, Driven

Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent

Screw, Thdrolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt

Spacer, Retainer

Arm, Idler Secondary

Washer, Hardened

Cover, Mandrel Deck

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

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Primary

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-t6 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-t6 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Washer Felt

Pufley, Idler Flat 46 Pri Drive

Cover, Mulching

Screw.

Washer, Lock #10

Washer

Latch Asm. Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

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

Arm, ldler, Primary Deck 46"

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim. 4.25

Mandrel Asm 44"/50" Service

(Includes Key Nos. 8-t0, 12-15, 31

and 33)

Deck CompLete (Std. Deck-Order

separately mulcher plate and gauge

wheel components Key Nos. 101-

106 and 116-118)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.258970

HYDRO GEAR TRANSA×LE ° o MODEL NUMBER 218-3010

(2)

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR o° MODEL NUMBER 917.25897'0

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE o .. MODEL NUMBER 218-3010

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCR!PT_ON

1 142874 Assembly, Housing, LH

2 142875 Assembly, Housing, RH

7 !53765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25

16 !42876 Brake Shaft Assembly

20 142877 Axle Mounting Horn Assembly

21 142878 Washer t.0 x 1.63 x .08

22 142879 Washer t.0 x 2.06 x .09

33 t42929 Brake Yoke Assembly

35 142880 Brake Arm

36 142882 Puck Plate

37 142883 Brake Puck

38 142884 Washer 7/80.D, x 7/!6 x ,060

39 142885 Nut, Castle 5/16-24

40 142886 Cotter Pin

4t 142887 Brake Actuating Pin

42 142888 Hi Pro Key

43 142889 Spacer

45 142890 Brake Disc

46 142891 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

47 142892 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1

49 !53766 Differential Assembly

63 142894 Dowel Pin

64 150818 Reduction Gear,

14 Teeth to 38 Teeth

65 142897 Final Drive Pinion Assembly

67 142898 Jackshaft

68 142899 O-Ring

69 142900 Washer 5/8 X 1-5/32

70 142901 Washer 7/8 X 1-1/2

71 142902 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3.5

72 153767 Locknut, Hex 5/16-18

73 142904 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x !-1/2

74 142905 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1

76 142907 Shoulder Bolt

77 142908 Freewheel Actuating Arm

78 142909 Oil Seal .625 x !.0 x .25

79 153768 Grease (10 oz. Tube)

81 142910 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-3/4

82 14291! Bolt 5/16-18 x 4-1/2

89 !429!2 Filter, Spin On

9t 153769 Pump, BDU-10L-122

95 142914 Plug, Straight Thread

96 153770 60 ° 7/18 SAE x 5/16 Fitting

103 142916 Washer

104 142917 Vent Cap Assembly

106 142918 Fitting Q-Ring Assembly

t08 142919 Control Arm

109 142920 Set Screw

1!0 142921 Filter Head

1!! 150820 Hose 1/2"

112 150823 Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90° 7/8 SAE

113 150821 Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 60° 9/t6

117 150822 Fitting, t/2" Beaded 90° 9/16

123 150824 O Ring

124 150825 Pinch Clamp

129 153771 Spring, Long

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR o ° @ODEL NUMBER 917o258970

HYDRO GEAR PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-lOL..!22

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.'

144569

122716X

122745X

122715X

122700X

122699X

122767X

122717X

t22748X

!22749X

144571

122770X

153801

!22722X

144573

142978

DESCRIPTION

Shaft, Pump

Ring, Retaining

Bearing, Ball

Spacer

Seal, Lip

Ring, Retaining

Bearing, Cradle

Seal, Lip

Arm, Trunnion

Guide, Slot

Housing Kit, Transmission

Bearing, Thrust, Ball

Center Section Kit

Seal, Lip

Shaft, Motor

Washer, Block Thrust

KEY PART

NO. NO.

25 t27148X

32 142938

37 122786X

38 1227t8X

42 144578

43 144578

44 144579

47 122752X

53 127153X

60 142977

62 144581

63 144582

64 144583

67 144584

153769

DESCRIPTION

Swashplate, Variab)e

Block Assembly

Pin, Stainless, Headless

Gasket, Center Section

Check Valve Kit

Charge Relief Kit

Screw, Socket Head, Cap

Bypass Valve Kit

Block Spring

O-Ring

Charge Pump Kit

Gerotor Assembly

Screw, Socket Head, Cap

Pump Assembly, Complete

REPAIR PARTS

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t 7,258970

18 6 3 7 t5 15 7 4 13

8 \

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156835

2 149516

3 146705

4 146706

5 140837

6 133644

7 138048

8 151441

9 146709

10 156439

11 4900J

12 146790

13 151401

14 139346

15 142241

16 156787

DESCRiPTiON

Decal,

Decal

Decal,

Operating Instruction

Battery DNGR/PSN/Acme

Hood, Craftsman, RH

Hood, Craftsman, LH

Brake Parking Saddle

Maintenance

Side Panel

ins. Hood

Fender, Craftsman

Fender, Danger

Clutch!Brake

V-Belt Drive Schematic

Chassis, Hydro 46"

V-Belt Schematic

Phi Side

Deck Mower EZ3

WHEELS & TIRES

1,9

KEY

NO,

PART

NO.

158255

146710

138047

151448

142342

106202X

150333

149918

138311

145245

145247

158474

158475

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Engine

Decal, Insert Strg

Decal, Battery

Decal, Gritle GT IPC

Decal, Drawbar CNTRL

Reflector, Taillight

Decal, Cap Cnsmr Help Line

Decal, Fend Auto Trans Srs Gold

Decal, Handle LFT Hieght Adj. (Lift

Handle)

Pad Footrest

Fastener Pop-in Footrest

Manual, Owner's (Eng)

Manual, Owner's (Span)

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap, Valve, Tire

2 65!39 Stem, Valve

3 106230X Tire, Front

4 8134H Tube, Front (Service item Only)

5 106228X427 Rim Assembly, Front

6 6856M Fitting, Grease

278H Fitting Grease

7 9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

8 106277X427 Rim Assembly, Rear

9 105588X Tire, Rear

10 7154J Tube, Rear

11 104757X Cap Hub Axle BLK 1.50 x 1.00

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube)

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

49 1 inch = 25,4 mm

REPNR PARTS

TRACTOR o° MODEL NUMBER 917.258970

KOHLER ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65538

CYLINDERHEAD,VALVEANb8hEATHERI

.(.9 7..%'_ 19_

11 I2!3_4 15

_ 20

38 37

_L'36 34

""24

8 - 26

26 _ 27

23_

o---8

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER 917,258970

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NU._BER 85538

CYUNDER HEADPVALVE/BREATHER

CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO.

1 24-318-11

2 24-755-78

3 25-313-02

4 24-033-03

5 24-04!-23

6 24-096-15

7 M_0645020

8 X-75-23

9 X-426-9

10 24-326-14

11 12-755-03

12 12q 73-01

13 24-089-02

14 235011

15 24-016-01

24-016-02

16 24-017-01

24-017-02

17 24-032-05

18 24-294-06

19 24-326-13

20 12-351-01

21 24-411-05

22 24-041-08

23 24-318-12

24 24-755-66

25 25-186-01

26 24-599-01

27 M-0640034

28 24-755-74

29 24-153-12

30 24-086-32

31 12-086-16

32 24-445_01

33 24-755-57

Head Assembly, #I Cylinder

Kit, Valve Cover, Breather

(includes Key #3, 29 thru 30)

Grommet, Rubber

Kit, Breather Cover with Gasket

0ncludes Key Numbers 5 and 6)

Gasket, Breather

Cover, Breather

Screw Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 x 20

(4)

Plug, Allen head, 1/8 Pipe

Clamp, Hose (2)

Hose, Breather

Kit, Retainer (4)

Cap, Valve Spring (4)

Spring, Valve (4)

Retainer, Spring (4)

Valve, Exhaust, Standard Size (2)

Valve, Exhaust, .25 Oversize (2)

Valve, Intake, Standard Size (2)

Valve, Intake, .25 Oversize (2)

Seal, Valve Stem (2)

Fitting

Hose, Breather

Lifter, Valve (4)

Rod, Push (4)

Gasket, Cylinder Head (2)

Head Assembly, #2 Cylinder

Kit, Valve Train

(Includes Key Numbers 21,25-26)

Arm, Rocker (4)

Pivot, Rocker Arm (4)

Screw Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 x 34

(4) \

Kit, Valve Cover, Plain

(Includes Key Numbers 29 thru 30)

O-Ring

Screw, Shoulder (4)

Screw Hex Flange M!0 x 1.5 x 90

(8)

Strap, Lifting

Kit, Breather Separator

(Includes Key Numbers 34 thru 38)

Spacer

Bracket, Breather Separator

Grommet, Rubber

Strap, Breather Separator

Screw Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 16 (2)

34 24-112-12

35 24-126-44

36 25-313-02

37 24-445-02

38 M-0545016

1 24-782-05

2 24-294-03

3 24-067-05

24-067-06

4 12-380-03

5 52-139-09

6 24-874-01

24-874-02

24-874-03

7 24-i08-01

24-108-02

24-108-03

8 24-018-01

9 12-422-10

12-422-09

12-422- t 3

12-422-07

12-422-08

12-422-11

12-422-12

!0 24-010-03

! ! 24-144-01

12 M0631005

13 12-032-01

14 X-25-102

15 12-380-04

16 M-0545010

17 24-018-04

18 24-402-05

19 24-032-0I

20 12-153-01

2t 12-123-04

22 24-126-19

23 M-0545016

24 12-I53-02

25 24-038-04

26 24-755-46

27 t2-153-03

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Block (Use Mini Block)

Fitting

Connecting Rod (Standard) (2)

Connecting Rod (°25) (2)

Pin, DowelLocating (6)

Plug, Cup

Piston with Ring Set (Standard) (2)

Piston with Ring Set (.25) (2)

Piston with Ring Set (.50) (2)

Ring Set (Standard) (2)

Ring Set (.25) (2)

Ring Set (.50) (2)

Retainer, Piston Pin (4)

Shim, Camshaft, Yellow

Shim, Camshaft, Red

(As Required)

Shim, Camshaft, BIack

(As Required)

Shim, Camshaft, White

(As Required)

Shim, Camshaft, Blue

(As Required)

Shim, Camshaft, Green

(As Required)

Shim, Camshaft, Grey

(As Required)

'Camshaft

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, Plain 6ram

Seal, Governor Cross Shaft

Washer, Plain 1/4

Pin, Hitch

Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 10 (2)

Retainer, Reed (2)

Reed, Breather (2)

Seal, Oil, Front

O-Ring, Lower OIl Fill Tube

Tube, Oil Fill

Bracket, Oil Fitl Tube

Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 16

O-Ring, upper Oi! Fill Tube

Dipstick Assembly (Includes 26-27)

Kit, Oil Fill Cap (Includes 27)

O-Ring, Dipstick

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPABRPARTS

TRACTOR =o MODEL NUMBER 9t7=2.58970

KOHLER ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 85538

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES

20 19 18 17 18

13 t

F EPA R PARTS

TRACTOR -o MODEL NUMBER 917.258970

KOHLER ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYP5 NUMBER 65538

IG NITIOt,#'ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DSSCRIPTION

1 24-162-17 Screen, Grass

2 M-0403025 Screw, Hex, Cap

M4 x 0.7 x 24 (4)

3 X-25-92 Washer, Plain 3/16 (4)

4 24-112-04 Spacer, Fan (4)

5 24-157-03 Fan

6 M-0639016 Screw Hex, Flange M6 x 1.0 x 16

(4)

7 12-112-01 Spacer, Fan (4)

8 24-025-04 Flywheet Assembly

9 X-42-15 Key

10 25-403-03 Rectifier-Regulator

tl 24-086-18 Screw, Phillips (2) Hd. 11-16 x 7/8

12 236602 Connector, Rectfier-Regufator, .

3 Contact

t3 12-132-02 Spark Plug (2)

14 48-t54-02 Clip, Cable

15 12-468-03 Washer, Plain 3/8

16 12-086-14 Screw, Hex, Flange

M10 x !.5 x 46

17 24-085-01 Stator, 15 Amp

18 M-0548025 Screw, Hex, Cap

M5 x 0.8 x 25 (2)

19 X-25-63 Washer, Plain !/4 (2)

20 X-25-92 Washer, Plain 3/8 (2)

21 235173 Clip, Cable

22 24-584-01 Module, Ignition (2)

23 SM-0545020 Screw, Hex, Flange M5 x 0.8 x 20

(4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 24-176-12 Harness, Wire

- - 25-518-28 Lead, Black (4;', 18 Gauge,

Insulated Grip Barrel Eyelets)

- _ 24-113-18 Decal, Grass Screen

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24-027-20

M-0545016

M-0645016

24-314-05

24-146-02

M-0545020

M-05510!6

24-063-20

24-063-14

Housing, Blower

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x 0.8 x 16

(3)

Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 x 16

(4)

Guard, Flywheel

Plate, Backing, # 2 Side

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x 0.8 x 20

(2)

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x 0.8 x !6

Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 2 Side

Baffle, Valley, # 2 Side

NOT

!0 M-0545010 Screw, Hex Flange M5 x 0.8 x 10

(2)

11 24-063-23 Baffle, Valley, # 1 Side

12 M-05450t6 Screw, Hex Flange M5 x 0,8 x t6

(2)

13 24-063-30 Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # t Side

14 M-0645016 Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 x 16

(2)

24-t46-08 Plate, Backing, # 1 Side

24-100-02 Nut, Plastic (2)

24-112-12 Spacer

24-126-44 Bracket, Breather Separator

24-445-02 Strap, Breather

24-086-27 Screw, Hex Caps 8_18 x 1/2 (2)

iLLUSTRATED

24-100-01 Nut, Plastic (3)

(Included with Blower Housing)

- - 24-I00-02 Nut, Plastic (2)

(included with Blower Housing)

- - 25-139-16 Plug, Button 9/16

(Included with Blower Housing)

- - 24-113-36 Decal, Horsepower

AIR INTAKE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-743-05

2 24-755-91

3 25-34t-02

4 24-096-24

5 12-100-01

6 24-096-01

7 24-032-03

8 24-083-02

9 47-083-03

10 24-126-21

11 24-126-43

12 24-755_86

13 24-326-13

t4 X-426-9

t5 24-294-06

16 24-326-14

17 24-109-06

18 24-04t-13

19 24-094-04

20 24_041-t4

21 24-164-06

22 24-041-01

23 M-0651055

NOT

Kit, Air Cleaner Cover (Includes

Key Numbers 2-4, 10-11)

.Kit, Knob w/Gasket (Includes Key

Number 3)

Knob, Cover

Cover, Air Cleaner

Wing Nut

Cover, Inner Air Cleaner

Seal, Air Intake

Element, Pre-Cleaner

Element, Air Cleaner

Bracket, Air Cleaner

Kit, Air Cleaner Base (Includes Key

Numbers t3-20)

Hose, Breather

Clamp, Hose (2)

Fitting

Hose, Breather

Cup, Fuel Spitback

Gasket, Fuel Spitback Cup

Base, Air Cleaner

Gasket, Air Cleaner Base

Manifold, Intake

Gasket, Intake Manifold (2)

Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 x 55

(4)

ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53 Decal, Air Cleaner

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

1 inch = 25.4 mrn

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR = ° MODEL NUMBER 917.258970

KOHLER ENGINE ° MODEL NUMBSR CV20S, TYPE; NUMBER 65538

23.--_

17 _20

18 _"'t4

OIL PAN/LU BRICATJ.ON " '

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.258970

KOHLER ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65538

STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Screw, Hex Flange M8 x 1.25 x 70

Screw, Hex Flange M8 x 1.25 x 80

Cover, Pinion

Starter Assembly (Includes 6-1 I)

Washer, Plain 11/32 (3) "

Kit, Drive End

Cap, Drive End

Armature

Kit, Brush and Spring

Cap, Commutator End

Bolt, Hex Flange 1/4-20x4_5/8 (2)

! M-0839070

2 M-0839080

3 24-096-05

4 25-098-03

5 12-468-01

6 12_755-54

7 12-227-06

8 45-170-03

9 82-755-28

10 i2-227-11

11 12-086-25

OiL PAN/LUBRICATION

DESCRiPTmON

KEY PART

NO. NO.

24-199-07

3 X-75-32

4 24-t36-01

5 12-050-01

6 52-032-08

7 24-086-17

8 24-086-16

9 X-75-10

10 24-153-08

1t 12-144-02

12 52-448-02

13 24-043q2

Oil Pan Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 11-14 and 17-I9)

Plug, Hex, Countersunk, 3/8

Nipple, Oil Filter

Filter, Oil

Seal, Oil (PTO End)

Screw, Hex Flange M8 x 1.25 x 45

Screw, Hex Flange M8xl.25x45 (9)

Plug, Solid, Square Head, 3/8

O-Ring

Shaft, Governor Gear

Tab, Locking

Kit, Governor Gear with Pin

(includes Key Number 14)

Pin, Governor Regulating

Screw,Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 x 25 (2)

Washer, Plain 6ram (2)

Oil Pump Assembly (Includes 17)

Tube, Oil Pickup

Screen, Oil'

t4 12-380-01

15 M-0645025

16 M-0631005

17 24-393-08

!8 24-!23-05

t9 25-162-07

DESCRiPTiON

1 SM-0642025

2 24-090-14

3 M-0641060

4 24-089-01

5 25-I58-08

6 24-079-04

7 25-158-11

8 24-126-13

9 24-089-03

tU |VI-UO_IuoO

11 M-05450t6

12 M-0446030

13 M-0645016

14 12-237-01

15 M-0545016

16 24-090-07

17 24-468-01

18 24-090-13

19 24-090-05

20 24-079-05

21 M-0545020

22 41-468-03

23 M-0403025

24 24-089-t8

Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 x 25

Lever, Governor

Nut, Hex Flange M6 x !.0

Spring, Linkage

Bushing, Linkage Retaining

Linkage, Throttle

Bushing, Throttle Linkage

Bracket, Control

Spring, Choke Return

Lo_r,,u_, n_ M5 x 0.8

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x 0.8 x 16

Nut, Hex M4 x 0.7

Screw, Hex Flange M6xt .0 x 16 (4)

Clamp, Cable (2)

Screw, Hex Flange M5x0.8 x 16 (2)

Lever, Throttle Actuator

Washer, Plain 5.5mm (3)

Lever, Throttle Control

Lever, Choke

Linkage, Choke

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x 0.8 x 20

Washer, Spring 174

Screw, Hex Cap M4 x 0.7 x 24

Spring, Governor 25

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR = .- MODEL NUMBER 917.258970

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65538

11 9-12

6__`_ _ J'_"_,_ 14

16 17

i-37 1- 36

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR o =MODEL NUMBER 917o258970

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65538

FUELSYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRmPT_ON

NOT

24-853-19 Kit, Carburetor with Gasket

(Includes Key Numbers 2 thru 4)

24-041-15 Gasket, Carburetor

24-053-19 Carburetor Assembly (For

Information Only, Not Available

Separately) (Includes 15-37)

Gasket, Air Cleaner Base

24-041-I4 Clamp, Hose (6)

X-426-9 Line, Fuel, I0-5/8" (2)

24-353-03 Nut Hex, Flange M6 x 1.0 (2)

SM-0641060Stud M6 x 1.0 x 95 (2)

M-0629095

47-154-01

24-086-12

24-393-04

24-100-01

25-353-03

25-050-03

24-t 44-15

24-468-05

24-241-01

24-089-22

24q 4! -04

24-090-!0

24-089-24

24-086-19

24-146-13

24-086-20

24-337-27

24-337-! 1

24-086-22

24-089-23

24-086-21

24-096-13

24-041-18

24-041-!9

24-757-05

24-369-01

24-234-01

24-755-15

124-041-21

24-041-15

24-757-06

Clip, Cable

Screw, Hex Cap Head

M6x1.7xl 8 (2)

Pump, Fue!, Pulse

Nut, Plastic (2)

Line, Fuel, i3-1/2"

Filter, Fuel

Shaft, Choke

Washer, Felt 5.7 mm

Collar, Choke

Spring, Choke Return

Ring, Choke Lever

Lever, Choke

Spring, Throttle Adjust Screw

Screw, Throttle Adjust

Choke Plate

Screw, Throttle and Choke Shaft (4)

Jet, Air Bleed

Jet, Slow

Screw, Idle Adjust

Spring, Idle Adjust Screw

Screw, Seres, Pan Hd M4x0.7x8 (3)

Cover, Passage

Gasket, Passage Cover

Gasket, Float Chamber

Kit, Float Repair

Nozzle, Main

Chamber, Float

Kit, Solenoid Valve (Includes 37)

Gasket, Chamber Screw

LLUSTRATED

Gasket, Carburetor

Kit, Carburetor Repair

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 24-014-72

2 52-139-09

DESCRgPTfON

Crankshaft

Plug, Cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO.

i 24-041-02

2 M-0829033

3 M-0841080

DESCRIPTION

Gasket, Exhaust (2)

Stud

M8 x 1.25 x 33 (4)

Nut, Hex Flange

M8 x 1.25 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

24-522-16 Short Block

-- 24-755-03 Gasket Set

m 24-782-05 Miniblock

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1150-1650

High Speed: 3200-3400

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

RV CE NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HULL,

NOT ACROSS HHLL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WiTH

SKY LiNE OR TREE.

15 ° MAX.

OWNE '

UAL

MODEL NO.

917.258970

iF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4..REPAIR

(1-8(}0-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-SOO-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

HOT LINE, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1,-800-659-5917

18.5 HP TWiN CYLINDER

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

HYDROSTATIC (AUTOMATIC)

GARDEN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number, Each engine has

its own model number.

The model number for your tractor will be found on the

model plate located under the seat,

The model number for your engine will be found on the

blower housing of the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Re-

tail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GiVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

,, PRODUCT- TRACTOR

_, MODEL NUMBER - 917.258970

,, ENGINE MODEL NO. - CV20S-PS65538

,, PART NUMBER

_, PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you

consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians

specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we service what we sell,

158474

12.17.96 KFSW

Printed in U.S,A,

Craftsman 917258970 tractor

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