Craftsman 917275030 lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

II:RAFTSMnN°I

23.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

50" MOWER

6 SPEED

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No,

917.275030

e Safety

• Assembly

s Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-

gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment,

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sear• Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pro,Mon- Sat

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Service and Adjustments ....................22

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

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

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

tained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

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

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

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

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-HOME

WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

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

may vary from stateto state.

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

MPORTANT This cutt ng mach ne is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the fo low ng safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as

rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers,

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• DO not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safe_ enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss-

ot-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. Ifyou

cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down s)opes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a _ow gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, end then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

• Oo not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

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

caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Oo not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

IlLCHILDREN

Tragicaccidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity, Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation,

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

encjine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there ts an

open flame, such as e water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean 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 ere subiect

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary,

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

not across,

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_,CAUTION: In order to prevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

_,CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_I,CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a stope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLON_5

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 10W30

API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 320F)

OILCAPAClTY: W/FILTER: 4.5PINTS

W/O FILTER: 4.0PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

',GAP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND SPEED LO: HI:

rvlPH): 0.7 1.7

1.4 3.3

2.3 5.4

REVERSE: 0.9 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15AMPS @ 3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instruc,tic,nt- ..',ill enable you to assemble

,_i_df,,_ihi,_, y_,ur tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A RepairAgreementisavailable on this

product. ContactyournearestSears

storefor details,

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under =Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

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-covered land unless th,

engines exhaust system is equipped witl

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

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

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPA{R PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

Seat

Steenng Sleeve

E_ension

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

(3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

Gauge Wheels

(2_s_o_=_,_= Whee,s

(2) Centerlock Nuts

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

Video Cassette

F-7

For Future Use

Keys

(2)Keys

Slope Sheet

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

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier, Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below,

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

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

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When rightor left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from topto bottom, along lines on

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, _ock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

2. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4. Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering

wheel.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

6. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

/_Steering

_.,__ Wheel Insert

Hex Bolt

Lock Washer

Steering __ Laaa_ahFlat

Wheel i_ ' \ Was e

__eedng Wheel

_J Adapter

Steedng

Sleeve _Tabs

Extension I

Steering Shaft

Sleeve

\ \

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to rolloff skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Label

IN'STALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

t. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Seat Pan-.

ShoulderBolt

Flat Washe_. _

.'Jo' tme°t"V"

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Pressliftleverplungerand raise

attachmentlift levertoitshighest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. RoI|tractorforward oftskid.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_I;_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set p.arking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

iNSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level m_rfae_ -_nd

mo_w_r suspension arnl_, ara (a_ w_t_l

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar to left side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector sheild to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in aU mower pultey grooves.

Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

3. install one front link in top hole of the

L.H. front mower bracket and L.H. front

suspension bracket. Retain with two

single loop retainer springs as shown.

4. Install second front link in R.H. front

suspension bracket only and retain

with single loop retainer spring as

shown.

5. Slide right side of mower back and

install link tn top hole of R.H. front

mower bracket. Retain with single

loop retainer spdng as shown.

6. Tum height adjustment knob counter-

clockwise until it stops.

7. Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

8. Place the suspension arms on inward

pointing deck pins. If necessary, rock

and raise front of mower to align deck

pins with the holes in suspension

arms. Retain with double loop

retainer springs with loops down as

shown.

9. Connect aqti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

10.Turn height adjustment knob clock-

wise to remove slack from mower

:, i i "_E_iOrl'

11. Raise deck to highest position.

12.Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using long shoulder botts, 3/8

washers, and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts.

Tighten securely.

13.Adjust gauge wheels before operat-

ing mower as shown in the Operation

section of this manual.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should bs

properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL

MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion, mower ddve, and

mower blade drive belts in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

Verify that the betts are routed correctly.

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

Front

Double Loop Retainer Front - •

Chassis Spdng(Outwardpointing Links ,,_._E!e?tric .. _usp_ns,on

Bracket_ deck pins)_. ! "t,_' Clutch..,PulleyD_._.....

LH Gauge _ - \\ Suspension \ I ._ //,_

'" DoubleLoop_'--k_ \\ Arms iX ,_J_ / '_'_J

Wheel B_....._iner.._ng \'___ __[,/

Shoulder _ "_,_ _ _' _ Sinole

Bo, _¢__ __gpRetainer

Gauge1....-----"_ 'k._\__ _ Springs

Wheel 3/8/ /r __,_'_:_ ,_

I Center 7_'_-_ "_ _ _ _Front Mower

I I Locknut Anf_Sway_,_ _ _" Bracket

I . _ or Sheild/ I; Idler

V' CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

_r_ctor, we wish to assure that you receive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

J All assembly instructions have been

completed.

J No remaining loose parts in cation.

J Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

J Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,f All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,f Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

J Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

b" Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

A. =

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

FUEL CHOKE

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP _1_

LIGHT

MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFt

LOCKED

_r_'=R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEPHANDSANDFEETAWAY

EREEWHEEL

(Automatic Mode_ only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Comparethe illustrationswithyourtractortofamiliarizeyourselfwiththe locationsof

variouscontrolsandadjustments,Save this manual forfuturereference.

Ignition

Switch Position

Ammeter

Attachment

Throttle Control Switch

Clutch/Brake

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Control

,Brake

Adjustment

Knob

Gear Shift Lever

Our tractorsconformtothesafetystandardsofthe

AmericanNationalStandardsInstitute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.

THRO'I'FLE CONTROL: Used to control

engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting

a cold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed

and direction of the tractor.

RANGESHIFT LEVER: Allows high (H)

and low (L) speed for all forward and

reverse gears.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

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

spectac|es or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Push-In to Attachment Clutch

Choke SwitchPullOutTo

Controh

Key

Brake

"Engaged"

Brake Peda Position

"Drive" ' Shift

PosKton Lever

Adjustment Knob

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE; Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use,

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switcl"

in any position other than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_I_CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the batted/charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best mower

performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK-

WARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift _ever.

t. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift and range shift levers

to desired position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement,

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (F,q)to raise

cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (_,)to

14 lower cutting height.

Thecutting height range is approximately

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

sdred from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hotmonths. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches In height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting

height.

2. Lower mower with lift control. Re-

move rear retainer spdng and clevis

pin which secure each gauge wheel.

3. Lower gauge wheels lo ground.

Raise gauge wheels slightly to align

holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar

and insert clevis pins. Gauge wheels

should be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer springs into clevis

pins.

Retainer Clevis Pin/r

Spring_-_-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-._0_ _

Gauge _ "E_,_"_////_T_."_

Wheel ii 6¢L ijZZIIf ;i

Gauge_/'_ '_

Wheel Brac'ket_.._

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and 1he attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Lower mower with attachment lift

control.

3. 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 deflector

shield in place,

Attachment Lift Lever

AttachmentClutch Hlah Position

SwitchPullOutTo_ / Low

"Engage"J ,_,_._ _ _' _-"Position

Push In/ TO _\ >:/" _%

"Disengage" _ i '_--_. :: i,_

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_I_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 150 and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide provided at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing isnecessary, move throttle con-

trol laver to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

• Move gearahi_t lever to1st gear and range

shift lever to low (L) position. Be sure you

have allowed roomfor tractor to rollslightly

as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowlyrelease park-

ing brake and clutch/brake pedal,

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment liftcontrol.

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

• Do notpush ortowtrector at morethan five

(5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already fiifed

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Unthraad and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the

cap onto the tube. Remove and read

oil level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting _See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manuel).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manuel.

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

elcoho_ blended fuels (called gasoho_ or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions fo

additional information. Never use engin(

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_,CAUTION: Fillto bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When startingtheengine for the firsttime or if

the engine has run out offuel, itwilltake extra

crankincj time to move fuel from the tank to

the engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting prccedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

Ifthe engine does not start alter

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)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

• The attachments and ground ddve can

now be used. If the engine does not

-accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

below)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may

require the choke control be pulled out

slightly.

NOTE= If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

MOWlNGTIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• Use the runner on the right side of the

mower as a guide. The blade cuts

approximately an inch outside the

runner.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Ddve so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

tuming to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass wilt plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at fun throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

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"MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _/_/_'_/:'_/_,/1_

AS YOU COMPLETE _,_¢'_ _'_ _q_" _',_ _._ _

Check Brake Operation _ i tl_

Check Tire PreP,sure I1_ i I_

i CheCk Operator Presence and

T InterlOCk Systems V'

R Check for Loose Fasteners _ 1_7

cA Sharpen/Rep4ace MOWer Blades rl_'4

T Lubrication Chart _ I1_

O CheCk Battery Level

R Clean Battery and Terminals _

ChqJCk Trar_axle Cooling _je

Adjust IBlacNJBelt(s) Tension _s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _s

CheCk Errgine Oil Level I_ It_

Change Engine Oil 11_1,2,_ I_

E Clean Air Filter ll_z

Clean Air Screen 1_2

iG ' Inspect Muff er/Bp_ k At'ester I_ I

Replace OII Filter (If equipped) 1_12

N' Clean Engine Cooling Fins ! _=

i Replace Spark Plug i ll_ I1_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _1_=

! Replace Fuel Filter

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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 propedy 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 end belts for wear, A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level

2. Check brake operation.

3, Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5, Check for loose fasteners,

LUBRICATION CHART

® TieRodBallJoints

Spindle

Zerk Zerk

_Fmnt Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

Bearing Zerk

Gear

Teeth

_Check/

Add

Transaxle

Fluid

SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil

General Purpose Grease

(_ Refer to Maintenance eENGINE" Section

® Spray silicone tubriant (Move Soots to

Lubricate)

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

18sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

p_rtorming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment ctutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

/.Mandrel

Trailing_ Blade (_-J,_/Assembly

Edge Up !_ I Center_ _,_-i_

Flat Wash__ar

•oc.

_lex Bolt (Grade)*_

•A Grade 8 heattreated bolt can be identified

by sixlines on the belt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, fo!low the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

podion 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.

="Boltor B,ade

Center Hole

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep batter,/and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The odginal equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free, Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry,

4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary, The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts ifthey begin to slip from

wear,

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transsxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrictcooling.

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

1. Block up rear axle securely.

2, Remove left rear wheel by removing

hub bolts,

3. Remove filler plug from transaxle. Oil

level must be even with plug threads. If

necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil,

API SF-SJ. Replace filler plug.

4. Reassemble wheel to hub.

_.°_ TransaxleFiller

Plug

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Salect the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRAOES

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

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

dipstick securely each time you check th_

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ,

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oi! in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick` Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2, Remove cap from end of drain valve

and install the drain tube onto the fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing upward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

upward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6, Remove the drain tube and replace the

cap onto to the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oi1flit

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

8. 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 Valve

DrainTube

Locked Pos_on

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

c_aff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Even 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary.

Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pra-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it todry.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will

damage the cartridge.

6. Remove nut and cartridge plate.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

9. Reassemble air cleaner, cedridge

plate, and nut.

10. Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob,

Cartndge

Foam

Pre-Cleaner

Cartridge

Rubber

Seal

Nut

Knob

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are prepedy positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Fuel Filter_

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter,

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

21 engine life.

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Turn height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

5. Remove retainer springs from

suspension arms at deck and disen-

gage arms from deck.

6. Raise attachment lift to its highest

position.

7. Remove two retainer springs from

each front link and remove links.

8. Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

9. 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.

Adjustment

Suspension Nuts Lift

Links

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "iNSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELl" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are propedy inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section ofthis

manual). If tires are over or underinflated,

you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground level at front corners

of mower. Distance =A" on both sides of

mower should be the same.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

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.

Front

Suspension

Electdc

Clutch

Chassis

Front

Bracket

Spnng

Anti-Sway Bar

Spring

Spnngs

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 3/16".

• "Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the following front-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust

both front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the roar when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "P directly in front of

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge

of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower housing,

loosen nut "G" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "H"

against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower housing, loosen

nut =H" from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "G" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "H"

against trunnion on both front links.

NOTE; Each full turn of nut "G" will

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

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BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL

IN LENGTH

Front Trunnion

Links

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface.

Engage parking brake.

2. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

3. Roll belt over the top of L.H. mandrel

pulley.

4. Remove belt from electric clutch

pulley.

5. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

6. Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

7. Check primary idler arm and two

idlers to see that they rotate freely.

8. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and bolt in mower

housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

9. Install belt in both idlers. Make sure

belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers

as shown.

10.install new belt onto electric clutch

pulley.

11. Roll belt into upper groove of L.H.

mandrel pulley.

12.Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly

and inside belt keepers.

13.Reassemble L.H. mandrel cover.

L.H. Screws

Electric

Mandrel Idler Clutch

Mandrel

Mower

Ddve Belt

Be_

Keepe_

Bo_in

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake.

1. Remove mower drive belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section ofthis

manual).

3. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover. Unhook

spring from bolt on mower housing.

4. Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel

pulley.

5. Remove belt from center mandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and L.H. mandrel

pulley.

6. Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

7. Check secondary idler arm and idler

to see that they rotate freely.

8. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

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

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

10. Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley.

Make sure belt is in all grooves

properly.

11. Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel

cover.

12. 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).

Mower Blade

L.H. DdveBelt Center

Mandrel_,.,_ Malndrel R.H. Mandrel

J_ _ .-',._,I_'_- Cover

IdlerArm _ _ _ [_L<_/_ _,/

Spring I_._ _ /

swayBar ' q_/ I\ \

Bracket Idl "'"'

Pulle_

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

The electric clutch should provide years

of service. The clutch has a built-inbrake

that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.

Eventually, the internal brake will wear

which may cause the mower blades to

not engage, or, to not stop as required.

Adjustments should be made by a Sears

or other qualified eerv_ce center.

1. Make sure attachment ¢lutch and

ignition switches are in "OFF" position.

2. Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until

space between clutch plate and rotor

measures .012" at all three slot

locations cut in the side of brake plate.

NOTE= After installing a new electric

clutch, run tractor at full throttle and

engage and disengage electric clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate.

Rotor

Locknut(3)'_ I _ake

_ Plate

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the left

side of the trensaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear on a _eve| dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

- necessary. If stopping distance isstill

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

/J _'_7--_----- Operating

_/_._ -,-_,. Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For ease of service there

is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom of left footrest. It is not necessary

to remove mower.

BELT REMOVAL -

f. Engage parking brake (creates slack

in belt).

2. Remove mower ddve belt from electric

clutch pulley only (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section

of this manual).

3. Roll motion ddve belt off transaxle

pulley.

4. Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys,

then off engine pulley and front V-idler

pulley.

5. Pull belt out of all belt keepers.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Place V part of belt into grooves on

engine pulley and front V-idler,

making sure to route belt inside of belt

keepers.

2. Put belt coming from V-idler above

midspan belt keeper, then onto

clutching idler pulleys as shown.

3. Make sure V part of belt engages V-

idler,

4. Place belt around transaxle pulley,

beginning at top.

V part of belt should engage transaxle

pulley.

5. Place long lower section of belt

through loop in midspan belt keeper.

6. Check to be sure belt is on proper

side of all belt keepers.

7. Reinstall mower drive belt onto

electdc clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment.

Clutching Flat Idler,

Engine

Keeper Transaxle

-- _ Belt

f _'1 Engin_Twists Belt Pulley

_, "_ J Pulle_ Keeper

_:_As V ewed from Bottom

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper

steering operation. Toe-in was set at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. If parts in the front axle or

steering mechanism have been replaced

or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if

necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN -

1. Position front wheels straight ahead.

2. Measure distance between wheels at

front and roar 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 -

1. Loosen jam nuts at adjustment

sleeves on tie rod.

2. Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is

1/8" to 1/4" less than dimension "B".

3. Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable

on your tractor. If damage has occurred to

affect the front wheel camber, contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

Adjustment Sleeves

Jam Nuts

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL -

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal.

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

1. Block rear axle securely.

2. Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow

wheel removal.

3. Repair tire and reassemble. Replace

and tighten hub botts securely.

Washers

Retainin,

Axle

Cover

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

_I_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If"jumper cables"are used for emergency

starting,follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Yourtractorisequippedwitha

12 volt negativegroundedsystem.The other

vehical must alsobe a 12 voltnegative

groundedsystem.Do not use yourtractor

batteryto startothervehicles.

TO ATTACHJUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

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REPLACING BATTERY

_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

t. Lift hood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully

remove batteP/from tractor.

4. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hax bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

KiP°NU!

Terminal _ ;__-_1_ I_ He×

Door----_.'_ _*_----_ Positive

. - <Rod>

Terminal_ | _ Cable

Guard _-| l_Negative (Black)

':'__ J" Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3, Reptace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged widng may cause your

tractor to run poorly, atop running, or

prevent itfrom starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT

SPRING

1. While holding spdng bushing with

wrench, loosen jam nut.

• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to

extend spring and reduce lifteffort for

heavier attachments.

• Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise

for lighter attachments.

2. Retighten jam nut against spdng

bushing.

IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maximum

spdng tension when using light attach-

ments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever

spring to aid in lifting attachment. Do not

overpower spring. When removing

attachment, always adjust spring tension

to its lowest position.

/_ Adjustment Bolt

ng Bushing

_fi F JatmN.t "AttachmentLift

|ll/ /,_ aam Nu( _ Spring

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2, Unsnap headlight wire connector,

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and liftoff of

tractor,

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

HeadlightWire

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission controt devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-read engine repair ectablish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scdbed below before loosening cable. If

adlustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check that speed control lever is

against stop screw. If it is not, loosen

casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cable until lever is against screw.

Tighten clamp screw securely.

tdle Fuel Adjusting Idlespeed Adjusting

Throttle

Control

Cable

Choke

Control

Cable

27 Scre_lamp

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

fact_'y and adjustment should not be

necessary, check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor

choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

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

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed for Full

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been present at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

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

the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see "TO ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle in (clockwise) closing it finger

tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1 tum.

FINAL SETTING -

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory

and cannot be adjusted.

2. Idle speed settina - With throttle

control lever in slow position, engine

should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine

idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed

adjusting screw in or out until correct

idle is attained.

3. Idle fuel needle settina - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn idle

fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise)

until engine speed decreases and

then turn out (counterclockwise)

approximately 3/4 turn to obtain the

best low speed performance.

4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if

necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST °

5. Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle

eut (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.

Repeat test and continue to adjust, if

necessary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overepeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact Sears or other qualified

service center, which has proper equip-

ment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

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.

_I,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace be_ts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BA'I'rERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

'q'O CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It isimportant to prevent

gum deposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also,

experiance 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 and engine

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run unti_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

a_ternat{ve {n minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

t. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another,

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rest. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture, Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

_ROBLEM

Will not start 1.

_6.

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

',-,_; _-,-_:_ _RRECTION

Out of fuel.

Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

Engine flooded.

Bad spark plug.

Dirty air filter.

Dirty fuel filter.

Water in fuel.

8. Looseor damaged wiring.

9. Carburetorout ofadjustment,

10.Engine valves outof

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment,

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faultyoperatorpresence

switch(es).

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. 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.

1O.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all widng.

7. See 'q'o Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

,2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

13. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all widng.

7. Check]replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Recharge or replace battery

2. Clean battery terminals.

3, Check all wiring.

4, Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throtfie in "CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves 3.

and trash under mower,

4. Dirty air filter. 4.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5.

6. Faulty spark plug, 6.

7. Dirty fuel filter. 7.

8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8.

9. Water in fuel.

lO.Spark plug wire loose.

Excessive

vibration

Enginecontinues

to run

when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut- uneven

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

;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).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

CORRECTION

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/fins,

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean amund mandrels to

open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PBOBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction,

not rotate mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt.

drive belt.

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

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

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

Headlight(s)not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

:harge

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

6. Worn, bent or toose blade,

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower ddve belt worn.

9. Blades impropedy installed.

10.Improper blades used.

11.Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of gross,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1, Switch is "OFF".

2, Bulb(s) burned out.

3, Faulty light switch.

4, Loose or damaged widng.

5, Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2, Poor cable connections.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4, Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check widng and connec-

tions.

5. Replace fuse,

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator.3, Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

Engine "backfires" 1. Engine throttle control not 1. Move throttle control to

_vhenturning set at "SLOW" position "SLOW" position and allow

sngine"OFF" for 30 seconds before to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine, stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

AMMETER

_(OPTIONAL)

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3WITCH

IGNITION SWITCH

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING,

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L ....... _CK RELAY #1

/ SEAT SWITCH _J RELAY #1 E(_CK

L_ (NOT OCCUPIED)

; FUK 1 _K

: UNE: _" SPARKeLUGS

_ (2 PLUGS

UNIT

I ON TWIN CYL, ENGINES)

L ..... i

FUEL SHUT_)FF

PTO SWITCH HEADLIGHTS

Posn'ION CIRCUIT

ON C+F,B+EIA+D

OFF C+G,B÷H

RELAY

GFC

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS H E

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4

8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc

11 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"

16 153664 Switch Intedock Push-In

21 166184 Harness Socket Light W/4152J

22 4152J Bulb Ught

25 150775 Cable, Battery

26 108824)( Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 170697 Cable,Ground

29 160784 Switch, Plunger

30 163968 Switch, Ign

33 140403 Key, Ignition

40 170238 Harness Ign.

42 154336 Cover, Terminal

45 122822X Ammeter

50 174652 Switch, PTO

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

79 163996 Bulbhdider Asm. Incan descent

81 109748X Relay Asm.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.275030

CHASSISANDENCLOSURES

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917.275030

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 175465

2 175282

4 73680700

5 1¢o3976X428

6 157882

7 17720408

8 145166

14 175259X568

16 121794X

17 17000612

18 174515X558

19 19131312

20 STD523710

21 STD541437

23 17060616

24 145243X558

28 145244X558

30 1_1X014

31 161419

32 161327

33 161326

34 177018

35 19111116

36 17060512

37 167286X558

39 175278

42 72140608

43 136939

44 136940

45 154913

47 t 767(_8

50 175476

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

RaiI, FrameRH 56 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh

Drawbar, Gt 58 175315 Bracket Asm,, Fender

Nut, CrownlockHex7/16-14UNC 60 17490620 Screw ThdroL 3/8o16 x 1-1/4

DashYTGT2Cyl 63 t9131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 67 156973 Guide, Bait Gear Drive

Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 68 174£0508 Screw Thdrol. 5/16=18 x 1/2

Support, Battery 70 177679 Bait Keeper VGT Ground Odve

HoodAsm 84 142992 Stop, Over Center Mower

Cover, Access 85 144911 BrackeL Support Transaxle

Screw 86 74760716 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16=14 UNC x 1

Gdlle 88 ST[To51143 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

Washer 13/32x13/16x12 Ga. 90 S_T_51237 Washer, Lock External Too_ 3/8

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 91 175464 Rail, Frame Lh

NutCrownl_.k 3/8-t6Unc 106 138776 Screw, ThdroIHexHead;SncMwr

Screw 3/6=16 x1.5 122 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-16 x 7/8

Footrest, RH 130 164863 Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4

Footrest, LH 137 74780716 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 xl Gr. 5

Saddle, Slkscr Vgt 138 t63975X428 CupholderYTGT

Brace, Supt 1-pe VGT Strg 139 171873 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-t 8 _

Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh 140 163806 MagnetYTGT

Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh 141 1638_5 Striker Plate YTGT

Plate Asm Engine Chassis 142 161897 Bracket Dash Rh

Washer 11/_32x11/16xt 6 Ga. 144 161900 Bracket Dash Lh

Screw 6/1 6-18 x 3/4 148 164655 Extrusion Bumper

Fender 150 161237 Duct Heat Hood

Bracket, Axle Front 152 177956 Sh_erdBrowning

Solt, Caniage 3/6=16xl 153 160568 LensAsmHeadlightSar

Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 156 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

Bracket, Spesn Front Rh

Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh

Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2 NOTE: All component dimenslc_s given in U.S, inches

Bracket, Chassis Front 1 Inch --25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.275030

GROUND DRIVE

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 37 121749X Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 38 15_035 Nyliner

4 17490508 Screw ThdrOl 5/16-18 x 3/4 39 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1

5 STC541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 40 5304J Actuator, Interlock Switch

6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 41 73931000 Nut. Centedock #10-24

7 149176 Wheel, HubAssembly 42 8883R Cover, Pedal

8 12B(X3034 Klip, Ring 46 145170 Retainer,Spdng

9 140080 Bdlt, Hub 47 138228 Clutsh Rod

10 142509 DiSC,Brake 48 72110612 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

11 136927 Yoke, Brake Disc 50 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat

12 73750800 Nutlock 1/2-20 Unf 51 s'rD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

13 139419 Washer, Special 52 139123 Pulley, Idler, Grooved

14 138901 Bushing 53 207J Washer, Hardenod

15 S_1037 Washer 13/32x13/16 x 16 Ga. 54 161590 Clutch, Arm Assembly

16 143012 Sot, Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4 55 1C5706X Beadeg, Idler

17 126909X Spdng 56 137153 V-Belt

18 137104 Lever, Brake 57 141756 Bracket, Shift ROd, Hi-Lo

19 136926 Cam, Brake Disc 59 122253X Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

21 23260412 Screw, Fiat Head 1/4-28 x 3/4 60 122268X Spring Clip, Connecting Link

22 633A109 Gearshift, Lever Assembly 61 137524 Pulley, Transaxle

23 1G693__X Knob 62 STD551143 Washer, Lock 7/16

24 136925 Support, Puck Brake 63 74760720 Boft, Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/4

25 136923 Puck, Brake Top 64 154762 Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal

26 137552 Spdeg, Return 65 67609 Bolt, Shoulder

27 17490528 Screw, Hex Wsh Thd. 66 140296 Washer, Hardened

5/16-18 x 1_3/4 67 19131312 Washer, Rat

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

29 137213 Brake, Rod 69 136327 Hub, Cover

30 19131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 117 _ Nut, Lock Fk3.3/8-16 Unc

34 71673 Cap, Plunger

35 137648 Rod, Parking Brake NOTE: All component dJrnensionsgiven In U.S. Inches

36 149412 Spring, Ddve Ground 1 inch = 25.4 n_n

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428 WheeI,Steedng

2 175278 Axle Asm., Front

3 6855M FIttlng, Grease

4 161849 Spindle Asm, LH

5 161848 Spindle Asm., RH

6 6266H Beadng, Race Thrust Harden

7 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

8 12(X)0029 Ring, Klip#T5304-75

9 121232X Cap, Spindle

10 74781044 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/6-11 x 2-3,/4

11 136518 Spacer Baaring Axle Front

12 73901000 Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc

13 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Oa.

14 STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy HIOl Spr 3/8

15 STD541537 Nut, Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

16 145103 Shaft Asm., Steering

17 137347 Rod Asm., Tie Ball J Ball Vgt (Inc. Key NO. 36-40)

18 137155 Dra_ink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt

19 156011 Support Asm., Steehng Vgt

20 163887X426 Boot, Steedng

21 159945 Adapter.Wheel Steedng

22 155105 Bushing, Strg. BIk

23 152927 Screw

25 BTD523710 Bolt, FinHex 3/8-16xl Gr. 5

26 159946X428 Cap, Wheel Steering

27 3366R Bearing, CoL Strg.

28 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

29 104239X Beadng, Range

30 12000034 Ring, Klip Truarc #5304-75

31 138136 Bushing, Nyliner Snap

32 19111616 Washer 11/82x 1 x 16 Ga.

33 $3]_551131 Washer, Lock Hvy HIsi Spt 5/16

34 STD523107 Bolt, HexHd 5/16-18x3/4

35 138_59 Gear, Sector Steering

36 137156 33eRod

37 73360600 Jam Nut RH Thread

38 10985oX Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread

39 73700600 Jam Nut LH Thread

40 109851X Joint Asm, Ball LH Thread

41 155246 Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97

42 17490508 Barew Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

44 160135X428 Extension, Steering

45 19132411 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11 Ga.

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

16 _737

ISPARKARRESTERKIT I

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler

Model No. CV674-75544

2 149723 Muffler

8 121361X PuUey V-Idler

9 177748 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine

10 175287 Bushing

11 170056 Clutch Electric

12 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

15 151346 Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 Yt/Gt 96

16 108227X Pad Specer

17 108082X Pad Spacer

18 161493 CapAsm Fuel W/Gauge

20 177328X426 Control Throltle

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

22 175441X428 Contrct Choke

24 STD551237 Washer Ext Too_ 3/8

25 73920600 Nut Ke_ _- 24 UNF

26 384_ Bushing

27 139277 Stem Tank Fuel

28 7834R Fuel Line

29 137280 Spark Arrester Kit

31 145006 Clip Push-In HFnged

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

18012800 Washer Split

37 12_87X ClampHc_e

17490636 Screw _ 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC

40 17490664 Screw Tr 3/8-16x4 UNC

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

.250

42 STD551143 Washer Lock 7/16

43 137937 Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 X 4 Ga 5

47 175288 Bushing

62 146629 Shield Heat Muffler

2_041_ Gasket

70 175545 TUpe Exhaust LH

71 175546 Tube Exhaust RH

74 162295 Elbow Street Brass

80 M730_680 Nut Range

81 148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy

82 148315 Plug Oil Drain Easy

83 171877 BO_t5/16-18UNCx3/4W/Sems

84 17060624 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -oMODEL NUMBER 917.275030

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 140124 Seat

2 14G651 Bracket, Pivot Seat

3 140675 Strap, Fender

4 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

5 1450G6 Clip, Push In, Hinged

6 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16Unc

7 124181X Spdng, Seat Cprsn

8 171877 Bolt 5/1 6-18Uncx 3/4 w/Seres

10 174894 Pan, Seat

12 121246X Bracket, Mounting Switch

13 121248X Bushing, Snap

14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

15 121249X Spacer, Split

16 123740X Spdng,Cprsn

17 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5

18 19171912 Wacher17i32xl-3/16x12Ga.

19 166369 Knob, Seat

20 124238X Cap, Spring Seat

21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18

22 STE_o41431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S.Inches

1 inch: 25,4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275030

2 6

15 4

KEY pART

NO. NO.

1 163265

2 164085

3 1717(_

4 171703

5 177415

6 133644

7 167166

8 177416

9 163204

10 156439

11 4900J

12 146047

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash Panel

Decal, Dash

Decal, Hood, RH

Decal, Hood, LH

Decal, Hood Side Panel

Decal, Maintenance

Decal, Fender

Decal, Engine

Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, Clutch/Brake

Decal, V-Belt Drive

Schematic

PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 164884 Deca], Blower Housing

14 160397 Decal, V-BStt Schematic

15 171813 Decal, Repl Parts

16 164085 Decal, Dash Atom Eng.

17 149516 Decal, Battery Dnge/Po!

18 164065 Decal, Insed Strg

19 138047 DeCal, Battery

23 10620__X Reflector, Taillight

- - 138311 DeCal, Handle Lit Height

Adjust (Lift Handle)

- - 157199X428 Pad, Footrest

- - 177515 Manual,Owner's (Eng)

- - 177516 Manual, Owner's(Span)

WHEELS &TIRES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIP'iION

1 59192 Cap, Valve_ Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 1(_228X427 Rim Assembly, Front

4 8134H Tube, Front (Service Item Only)

5 106230X Tire, Fro_t

6 2781-1 Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel On_y)

7 _40H Beadng, Range (Front Wheel Only)

8 104757X428 Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)

9 1(_588X Tire, Rear

10 7154J Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)

11 106277X428 Rim Assembly, Rear

12 6856M FiRing, Grease

- - 144334 Sealant, _re (10 oz, Tube)

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

1 Inch = 25.4 mrn

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

35 73

20 19 18

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 121006X

2 177535

3 159189

4 120000_2

9 19292016

6 71110624

7 175830

8 175831

9 122364X

10 2876H

11 146704

12 163552

13 139868

14 169865

15 ST_>41437

16 674A247

18 143363

19 S_3551037

20 5328J

21 STD52710

22 127218

23 STD624008

DESCRIPTION

Rod Asm;, Lever

Shaft Asm. Lift Vgt

Lever Asm. Lift Rh

E-RlngTruarc#5133-87

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

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x1-1/2

Grip, Handle Ruted

Button, Plunger

Plunger, Button

Spring 2-1/8"

Link Lift

Retainer, Spring

Arm, Suspension Vgt

Scaring

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spdng Asm., AssLst Lift

Bracket, Spdng Assist

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

Bolt, Adjust Spdng Assist

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

Link, Front

Retainer, Spring

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

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

25 130171 Trunnton

26 73680800 Nut, Crowdiock 1/2-13 Unc

29 150233 Trunnion, Infin Height

30 11(_07X Nut, Special

91 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/9 x 16 Ga.

32 197150 Spdng, Compression Inf Hgt

33 STD56_7 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

34 137167 Rod, Adj Lift

35 138057 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Uric

38 155097 Pointer, Height Indicator

39 123935X Plug, Hole

40 17060620 Screw 5/16-18 x 1

41 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

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

43 123934X Scale, Indicator Height

70 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

72 110452 Nut Push Phos & Oil

73 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBE R917.275030

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 156990 Mower Deck Weldment 50 38 156085

2 STD541413 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-15 39 131494

3 72110506 Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18 x 3/4 40 136572

4 7631J Runner, Mower LH 42 STD533107

5 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 43 136460

6 STD624008 Retainer, Spdng 44 165723

7 130832 Arm Suspension, Rear 45 STID541437

8 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 46 74760628

Patched 47 137200

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy 3/8 48 137729

Unplatsd 49 136574

10 14(729_ Washer, Hard Blade Mower 50 137272

Vented 51 137273

11 137380 Blade (3 Required) 52 139245

13 137553 Shaft Asm., W/Lower Brg 53 137789

14 137152 Housing, Mandrel 50" Vent 54 139573

15 110485X Beadng, Ban Mandrel 55 144959

16 174493 Stripper, Mower Vented 56 138687

17 106735X Rod, Hinge 57 136577

18 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 58 133957

19 105304X Cap, Sleeve 59 137644

20 123713;< Spring, Torolon Deflector 60 139031

21 137607 Bracket, Deflector 61 136573

22 110452X Nut, Push 62 133943

23 110509X Shield, Deflector Mower 63 72110612

24 136320 Runner, RH 64 19121414

25 19111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 65 151831

27 STD5510_7 Washer 13/32x13/16x16Ga. 66 156669

28 132823 Spacer, Spring S_p Idler 67 73930600

30 157722 Screw Thdrol Rolling Washer 99 72110614

Head - - 143651

31 137266 Nut, Fig Top Lock Cntr 9/16

3_ 153535 Pulley, Mandrel - - 158330

33 129963 Washer, Spacer Mower

Vented

34 72140610 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 X 1-1/4

35 72110616 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2

36 72110608 Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5

37 137166 Sflffener, Arm Idler

DESCRIPTION

Keeper, Belt idler

Pulley, Idler Flat

Pulley, Ddven

Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4

Arm, Idler Secondary

Spacer, Retainer

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uric x 1-3/4

Cover, Mandrel RH

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

Cover, Mandrel LH

Arm, Idler Pdmary

Spnng, Secondary

Pulley, Idler V Groove

Shield, Idler

V-Belt, Mower Primary

V-Belt, Mower Secondary

Spdng, Pdmary

Bar Asm., Wheel Gauge

Wheel,Gauge

Bolt, Shoulder

Pin, Clevis

Bracket, Wheel Gauge

Washer Hardened

Bolt Cardage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

Washer 3/5 x 3/4 x 14 Ga

Pulley Idler Rat Mower

Keeper, Belt Idler 44/50"

Nut, Centedock 3/8-16

Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr.5

Mandrel Assembly (includes

Key Nos. 8-10, 13-15, 31 and 33)

Deck Assembly - Service

(Std. Deck - Order Separately

All Nose Roller and Gauge

Wheel Components)

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRANSAXLE

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

B4-_ 66

86 8.5

88 7

TRANSAXLE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 4197R

2 121300034

3 4199R

4 4216R

5 4215B

6 4217R

7 174728

8 74020652

9 7352M

10 137261

11 49_5R

12 6266H

13 4212R

14 137125

15 5276H

16 633A_3

17 8118M

18 8740H1

19 122238X

20 4218R

21 5252H1

22 7810H

23 6262H

24 7393R

25 992R1

26 139111

27 4986R

28 122254X

29 5252H

3O 5855H

31 174731

32 6_/7H

33 4225R

34 7396H

35 4198R

36 4200R

37 7395H

38 160789

39 174729

40 13320400

41 17580520

45 5271H

46 13065200

49 4895H

50 4222R

51 1529R

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER917.275030

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Axle Shaft 52 8119M Needle Beadng

Retaining Ring 53 4220R Thrust Beadng Race

Final Drive Gear 54 42_R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low

Differential Gear 55 4213R 4th Reduclion Gear

Differential Pinion 56 4442R 3rd Reduction Pinion Spacer

D_fferer_tialCarder 57 4195R 2rid Reduction Gear Shaft

Axle Thrust Washer 58 4214R Final Ddve Pinion

Bolt, Hex Hd 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 59 4194R 1st Reduction Gear Shaft

(1' Threed Length) 60 7528R 1st Reduction Shaft Specer

Steel Ball 61 4208R 3rd Reduction Plalon High

Spring Shift Fork Detent 63 4207R 2nd Reduction Gear

Shift Fork, High-Low Range 63 7398H Needle Beedng

13_rustBaadng Race 64 4203R Low Speed Gear and 2nd

4th Reduction Pinion Reducgon Pinion Cluster

Shaft, Brake 65 4204R Reverse Gear

SnapRIng, Creecent Typo 66 2898J Key, HI-Pro 1/8 x 17/32

High-Low ReegeGears 97 12(]00033 Kltp Ring

Needle Beadng 68 4205R Intennealate Speed Gear

Sintered Iron Seadng 69 4206R High SpeedGear

Shill Fork Shaft, High-Low Range 70 1370H Thrust Beadng Race

Differential Pinion Spacer 71 633A69 Intermediate and High

Differential Pinion Bushing Speed Cluster Pinions

Gdpco Cerdedock Nut 3/8-24 72 139120 Input Shall

Shift Fork, R.H. 73 4201R LowSpeed Pinion

Oil Seal 74 12000008 E-I_ng

Sintered Iron Beadng 75 1152R Reverse Idler Gear

Shift Fork Shaft 77 6803J Needle Beadng

Shift Fork, L.H. 79 1167R SeelingWasher

Shill Shaft, High-Low Range 80 73360700 Nut, Hex, Jam 7/15-20

Oil Seal 81 5270H Oil Seal

Pressure Relief Valve 82 136984 Reverse Idler Shaft

Gearcase, Reverse Idler 84 5384J Gearshift Lever, Bent

Shaft and Beadng_, R.H. 85 2978J Gearshift Cap

(Includes Key No.'s 17,18, 86 633A85 Gearshift Ball Cover and Pin

25, 33, 50, 63, 77 and 82) 87 8739H1 Shift Lever Guide Bali,Keyed

Dowel Pin 88 4524H Spdng

NeedleBaadng 89 19151516 Washer 15/32 x 15/16 x 16

Thrust Bearing Race Gauge

4th Reduction Gear Shaft 90 110542X Shift Mechanism Seal

4thReductionGearSpacer 91 19181511 Washer 9/16x 15/16 x 12

Thrust Bearing Race Gauge

Gate, Lower, Shift 92 75J Gearshift Gate and

Gearceee and Bearings, Reinforcement

L.H. (Inc]upee Key #'s 18, 93 5274H Shift Ball Cover Gasket

25, 49, 50 (2), 51 and 52) 94 76020412 Cofter Pin 1/8 x 3/4

Pipe Plug 1/2-14 N.P.T. g5 10040500 Washer, Lock 5/19

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 g6 159783 Screw Hex Washer Head

Oil Seal MaChine

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

Needle Beadng 98 174742 Transaxle, 6 Speed,

Needle Baadng Complete Assembly

Needle Beadng

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674,TYPE NUMBER 75544

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I

4--t5

X r-_

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ t 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front

gasket (Includes 2, 3) 2 Crankcase

2 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather USE: Miniblock 24 782 14)

3 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 3 24-294°13-S Fittin

4 M-645020-S Screw, hex, flange 4 24-380-13-S Pin, dowel locating (6)

M6xl.0x20 4 5 24-067-13-S Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

5 X-75-23-S Plug, allen hd. 1/8" 24-067-f4-S Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

6 25-351-0f-S Lifter, valve (4) 6 24-874-09-S Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (2

7 24-755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes 8, (Includes 7, 8

11, 12) 24-874-10-S Piston w/Ring Set (.25 2)

8 24-411-05-S Rod, push (4) 24-874-11-S Piston w/Ring Set (.50 2)

9 24-041-40-S Gasket. cy}inder head (2) 24-874-15-S Kit, piston w/ring set (.08)

t0 24-318-70-S Head assembly, #2 cylinder 7 24-108-08-S Ring Set (Std.) (2)

f 1 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (4 24-f08-09-S Ring Set (.25) (2)

12 24-599-01-S Pvot, rocker arm 4) 24-108-10-S Ring Set .50) (2)

13 M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange 8 24-018-01-S Retainer, piston pin (4)

M6xl.0x34 (4) 9 12-422-09-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

14 24-072-09-S Stud, cylinder head 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

MSx1.25x20, M10x1.5x33, 12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft A.R.)

105 mm long (8) 12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft A.R.

15 24 468 16-S Washer, flat 8 mm (8) 12-422-10-S Shim, camshaft

16 24 100 10-S Nut, hex. flange M8x1.25 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

(2) 12-422-t2-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

17 24-755-74-S Kit, valve cover- plain 10 24-012-10-S Camshaft

(Includes 18, 19) 11 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

18 24-153-16-S O-Ring 12 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

19 24-086-32-S Screw, shoulder (4) M5x0.Sxl0 (2)

20 24-445-01-S Strap, lifting 13 24-018-04-S Retainer, reed (2)

21 24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) 14 24-402-05-S Reed, breather (2)

24-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) (2) 15 12-153-01-S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

16 24-126-19-S Bracket, oil fill tube

22 24-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) (2)

24-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) (2) 17 12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill

23 24-032-05-S Seal, valve stem (2) 18 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

24 235011-S Retainer, spring (4) M5xO.8x16

25 24-089-02-S Spring, valve (4 19 12-133-02-S O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

26 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (4) 20 24-038-04-S Dipstick assembly (Includes

27 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4) 21, 22)

28 24-318-67-S Head assembly. #1 cylinder 21 24-755-46-S Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 22)

29 24-755-76-S Kit, valve cover - breather 22 12-153-03-S O-Ring, dipstick

(Ioc1.18, 19, 30) 23 24-018-09-S Ring, retainer

30 25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber 24 M-931010-S Washer, nylon (top)

31 24-755-57-S Kit, breather separator 25 28-032-09-S Seal, governor cross shaft

(Includes 30, 32-35) 26 24-468-15-S Washer (bottom)

32 M-545016-S Screw, bex. flange 27 24-144-33-S Shaft, governor cross .

M5x0.8xl 6 (2)

33 24-445-02-S Strap, breather NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

34 24-126-44-S Bracket, breather inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

separator

35 24-112-12-S S acer

36 24-294-06-S F_ing

37 24-326-13-S Hose, breather

38 24-326-14-S Hose, breather

39 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2)

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

IGNITIONIELECTRICAL I

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESJ

AIR INTAKE J

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IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 1 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (includes

(Includes 2-4,and 24 113 2-4)

18-S) 2 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (3)

2 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4xO,7x2.5 3 25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16"

(4) 4 24-fOO-02-S Nut, plastic 2)

3 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 5/16" (4) 5 M-545020-S Screw, hex. fange

4 24-112-04-S Spacer, grass screen (4) M5x0.8x20 (4

5 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder (4) 6 M-545016-S Screw, hex. fange

6 24-157-03-S Fan M5x0.8x16 (3)

7 12-08B-14-S Screw, hex. flange 7 M-551016-S Screw, hex. flange

M1gx1.Sx46 MSxO.Sx16

8 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 8 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

9 X-42-15-S Key M6xl.Oxf 6 (6)

10 24-025-04-S Flywheel 9 24-146-16-S Plate, backing - # 2 side

11 25-403-03-S Rectifier-regulator 10 24-146-20-S Plate, backing - # 1 side

12 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16" (2) 11 24-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

13 24-086-18-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x7/ side

8 (2) 12 24-063-14-S Baffle, valley - #2 side

14 236602-S Connector (3 contact) 13 24-063-58-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1

15 54o755-09-S Kit, 15 amp stator side

(Includes 24 126 71-S) 14 24-063-23-S Baffle, valley - #1 side

16 12-132-06-S Spark Plug (2) 15 M-54501g-s Screw, hex. flange

17 M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x2.5 M5x0.8xlO (2)

(2)

18 48-154-02-S Clip, cable NOT ILLUSTRATED

19 X-25-63-S Washer, plain 1/4" 24-096-66-S Cover, control

20 24-584-0t-S Module, ignition (2) 24-086o06-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x3/

21 M-545020-S Screw, hex flange 4" (2)

M5x0.Sx20 (4)

22 235173-S Clip, cable

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-126-71-S Bracket, stator wire

X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4"

24-176-82-S Harness, wiring

Lead, black (rect.-re9. 6" -

12 gauge

24-518-t2-S insulated grip barrel

eyelets)

24-113-18-S Decal, grass screen

25-454-03-S Tie, wire (3)

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

t 24-164_06-S Manifold, intake

2 M-651055-S Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0x55 (4)

3 24-041-01-S Gasket, intake manifctd (2)

4 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base

5 24-094-18-S Base, air cleaner

6 24-041-13-S Gasket, fuel spitback cup

7 24-109-09-S Cup, fuel apitback

8 24-083-03-S Element, air cleaner

9 24-083-05-S Precteaner, element

10 231032-S Seal, breather

11 24-g96-01-S Cover, inner air cleaner

12 12-fO0-0f-S Wing Nut

13 24-096-73-S Cover, air cleaner

14 54-755-01-S Kit, knob with seal

(Includes 15 & 16)

15 25-341-03-S Knob, cover

16 24-153-20-S O-Ring

17 24-063-51-S Baffle, spitback cup

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STARTING SYSTEM I

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

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STARTING SYSTEM

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-839080-S Screw hex. flange

M8xf.25x80 2)

2 25-098-08-S Starter, solenod shfl

Includes 4-7)

3 M-841080-S Nut, hex. f ang_ MSxl.25

4 25-435-04-S Kit, solenoid

5 25-755-33-S Kit, pinion drive (Includes

6 25-141-05-S Ring

7 25-221-01-S Kit, brush

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCR|PTtON

1 24 211 03-S Bolt, round head square

neck

2 24-090-33-S Lever, governor

3 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0

4 24-089-01-S Spdng, linkage

5 25-158-08oS Bushing, linkage retaining

6 24-079-04oS Linkage, throttle

7 25-158-11-S Bushing, throttle linkage

8 M-545016-S Screw,hex. flange

M5x0.Sx16

9 M-547050-S Nut, hex. lock MSx0.8

10 24-O89-03-S Spring, choke return

11 24-126-56*S Bracket, control

12 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

MBxl.0x16 (4)

13 12-237-01-S Clamp, cable (2)

14 24-086-43-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.Bx16 (2}

15 24-090-07-S Lever, throttle actuator

16 X-20-1-S Washer, lock 1/4"

17 M-541050-S Nut, hex. flange MSx0.8

18 24-468-01-5 Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

19 24-089-45-5 Spring, governor

20 M-44603O-S Nut, hex M4x07

21 24-090-13-S Lever, throttle control

22 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.Sx20

23 24-089-51-S Spring, throftle timiter

24 24-090-05-S Lever, choke

25 41-468-03-5 Washer, spring 1/4"

26 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25

27 24-079-05-5 Linkage, choke

24-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly

(includes 2-10}

M.645025-S Screw, hex flange

M6x1.0x25 (2)

M.631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2

24-393-08-S Oil pump assembly

(Includes 5)

24-123-05-S Tube, oil pickup

24-162-26-S Screen, oil

24.043-12-S Kit, governor gear w/pin

(includes 8)

12-380-01-S Pin, governor regutatlng

52-448-02-S Tab, locking

12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear

24-153-O8-S O.Ring

X-78-32-S Plug, hex ctsk. 3/8"

24-136-O1-S Nipple, oil filter

52-050-02-S Filter, oil

52-032-08-S Seal, oil (PTO end)

24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45

24-086-16-S Screw, hex flange

M8xl.25x45 (9)

X.75-10-5 Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

N.P.J.F

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 ir_ch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275030

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

CRANI(SHAFTJ

FUELSYSTEMJ

EXHAUSTI

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2. 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 24-041-02-S Gasket, exhaust (2)

2. 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4)

-- PA-75544 Replacement Engine

-- 24 782 14 Minibk_ck

-- 24 755 108-SGasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1. 24-853-61 -S

2. 24-041 -15-S

3. 24-053-61

4. 24 041 14-S

5. M-629095-S

6. M-641060-S

7. 47-154-01-S

8, 52-353-22-S

9, 25-237-14-S

10. 24-086-12-S

11. 24-393-16-S

12. 24-100-01-S

13. 24-353-03-S

14. 15-353-04-S

15. 24-050-02-S

DESCRIPTION

K_t, carburetor w/gaskets

_ncludes 2-4)

asket, carburetor

Carburetor assembly (For

information only not

available separately)

(Service with Kits 24 757

36-S, 24 757 38-S)

Gasket, ai_ cleaner base

Stud. M6x1.0x95(2)

Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)

Clip, cable

Line, fuel 12"

Clamp, hose (6)

Screw hex. cap.

M6xl.7x18 2)

pump, tuel- pulse

Nut, plastic(2)

Line, fuel 10-5/8"

Line, fuet 11-1/2"

Filter, fuel

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24 757 36-S Kit. choke repair

-- 24 757 38-S Kit. gasket repair

NOTE: Aircomponent dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING _" _. ,,.CUT

GUIDE TH_

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HELL

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

greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

any to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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