Craftsman 91725000 7-hp compact tractor User Manual

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.254450

AND

917.250020

WITHOUT

MOWER DECK

CautiGn:

Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

18.0 P TWI IC

ELECTRIC START

44"MOWER DECK

6 PE TRANSAXLE

GA TRACTO

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

. Service and Adjustment

• Repair Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, iL _684 U.S.A.

CAUTION: LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT

_MPORTANT EQUIPMENT PRECAUTIONS,

NOTE: LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT IM-

PORTANT _NFORMATION ABOUT THE OPERATION

AND PERFORMANCE OF YOUR TRACTOR.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

WARNING: This unit Jsequipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered,

brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark attester meetingapplicable local or area

laws (if any). Ifa spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. (See REPAIR PARTS for part

numoer identification).

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.

1. Know the controls and how to stop quickly. READ THIS

OWNER S MANUAL and instructions furnished with attach-

ments.

2. Do not allow chiidren to operate the machine. Do not allow

adults to operate it without proper instruction.

3. Do not carry passengers. Do not mow when children and

others are around.

4. Always wear substantial footwear. Do not wear loose fitting

clothing that could get caught in moving parts.

5. Keep your eyes and mind on your tractor mower, and the

area being cut. Do not let other interests distract you.

6. Do not attempt to operate your tractor or mower when not in

the driver's seat.

7. Always get on or off your tractor from the operator's left hand

side.

8. Clear the work area of objects (wire, rocks, etc.) which might

be picked up and thrown.

9. Disengage all attachment clutches before attempting to start

the engine.

l 0. Disengage power to attachments and stop the engine before

leaving the operator's position.

l !. Disengage power to mower, stop the engine, and disconnect

spark plug wire(s) from spark ptug(s) before cleaning, making

an adjustment, or repair. Be careful to avoid touching hot

muffler or engine components.

12. Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not in

USe.

t3. Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle

unatlended. Disengage the power take-off, lower the attach_

ments, shift into neutral, set the parking brake, stop the

engine, and remove the key.

14. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill.

Mow up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°),

never across the face. Refer to page 51,

15. Reduce speed on slopes and make turns gradually to prevent

tipping =or loss of control. EXercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

16. While going up or down sfopes, place gear shift control lever

in 1st gear position to negotiate the slope without stopping.

17. Never mow in wet or slippery grass, when traction is unsure,

or at a speed which could cause a skid.

18. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.

Keep away from drot>offs.

19. Do not drive too close to creeks, ditches, and public high-

ways.

20. Exercise special care when mowing around fixed objects in

order to prevent the blades from striking them. Never delib-

erately run tractor or mower into or over any foreign objects.

21. Never shift gears until tractor comes to a stop.

22. Never place hands or feet under the mower, in discharge

chute, or near any moving parts wi_il÷ tractof _or mower _s

running. Always keep clear of discharge chute.

23. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.

a. Use only approved drawbar hffch points.

b. Limit loads to those you can safely control

c. Do not turn sharply, Use care when backing.

d. Use counterweight or wheel weights when suggested in

owner's manual.

24. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.

25. When L_sing any attachments, never direct discharge of

material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the ve-

hicle while in operations

2& Handle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable.

a. Use approved gasoline containers.

b. Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank or add

gasoline to a running or hot engine or an engine that has

not been allowed to cool for several minutes after rum

ning. Never fill tank indoors. Always clean up spilled

gasoline.

c. Open doors if the engine is run in the garage oexhaust

fumes are dangerous. Do not run the engine indoors.

27. Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condi-

tion, and keep safety devices in place and working,

28. Keep air nuts, bo_, and screws tight to be sure the equip-

ment is in safe working eqndition.

29. Never store the equipment with gasotine inthe tank inside a

building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

Allow the engine to coot before storing in any encbsure.

30. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves,

or excessive grease. Do not clean product while engine is

running.

31. Except for adjustments, DO NOToperate engine if air cleaner

or cover directly over carburetor air intake is removed.

Remova_ of such part couid create a fire hazard.

32. Do not operate without a muffler, or tamper with exhaust

system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a

fire hazard. _nspect periodically and replace if necessary.

33. The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and in-

spected for damage after striking a foreign obiect, and the

damage should be repaired before restarting and operating

the equipment.

34. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the

engine; severe damage or iniury may result.

35. When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as folbws:

a. Mow on_y {n dayEght or in good artificial light,

b. Shut the engine off when unclogging chute.

c. Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at

frequent intervals.

36. Do not operate the mower'w}thout the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield inplace.

37. Disengage power to mower before backing up. Do not mow

in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after

careful observation of the entire area behind the mower.

38. Urlder normal usage the grass catcher bag materiafis subject

to deterioration and wear. tt shoutd be checked frequently for

bag rep}acement Replacement bags should be checked to

ensure compliance with the original manufacturer's recom-

mendations or specifications.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Garden Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and

manufactured to give you the best possible dependabilFty

and performance. Should you experience any problem

YsOUcannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest

ears Service Department. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or

repair this unit.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this

PforOduCt.See the nearest Sears store or service center

r details.

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE SERIAL NUMBER WiLL BE FOUND ON THE

MODEL PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD THESE NUMBERS AND

KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and retain this manual Study and observe the safety rules. Always use care when using your tractor. Always

keep your tractor and mower clean. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for, and using your tractor. A well

cared for tractor will run better and last longer.

A TTA CHMENTS

This unit can use many attachments now available at your Sears store. It can use attachments that engage the ground like

a plow, harrow, cultivator, or tiller. See pages 48-49 for a list of available attachments.

LiMiTED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two years from date of purchase, when this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according

to the operating and maintenance instruction in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in

materiai or workmanship in this electdc start riding equipment.

This warranty excludes blade(s), blade adapter(s), spark plug(s), air cleaner and belt(s), which are expendable and

become worn during normal use.

This warranty does not cover:

= Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects (such as nails, thorns, stumps, or

g{ass); and

o repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including the failure to maintain the equip-

merit according to instn3ctions contained in the owner's manual; and

, riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery included with this _ing equipment proves defective in material

or workmanship and our testing determines the battery witl not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no

charge.

WARRANTY SERWCE tS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPART-

MENT _NTHE UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state,

SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO., D/731CR_W, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684

iNDEX

Adjustments:

Brake ..................................... !6

Carburetor ............................. 20

Mower

Front- To-Rear ................... 22

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

Height ............................... 21

Throttle Control Cable ........... 20

Shifter Shaft ........................... 25

Air Cleaner ................................... 17

Air Screen, Engine ....................... 18

Assembly ........ :......................... 5-10

Attachments ............................ 48-49

Battery:

Charging ............................ 7, 20

Cleaning ................................ 17

Installation ............................... 8

Levels ...................................... 7

Preparation .............................. 7

Staffing with Weak Battery .... 20

Storage .................................. 25

Terminals ............................... 17

Belt:

Motion Drive

Remora!/Replacement ..... 24

Mower Drive

Installation ........................ !0

Removal ........................... 22

Mower Blade Drive

Rerno val/Replacement .... 23

Blade:

Sharpening ............................ 16

Replacement .......................... 24

Brake Adjustment ......................... 16

Carburetor Adjustment ................. 20

Controls, Tractor .......................... 11

Cutting Level, Mower ................... 10

Engine:

Air Cleaner ............................. t 7

Air Screen .............................. t8

Cooling fins ............................ 18

0_7ChaRge ............................. 17

Oil Level ................................. 15

Oil Type ................................. 15

Repair Parts ...................... 44-49

Starting .................................. 12

Storage .................................. 25

Filter:

Air Cleaner ............................. 1,7

Fuel ........................................ 18

Fuel'.

Type ....................................... t 2

Storage .................................. 25

Fuse ............................................. 2!

Hood Removal/Installation ........... 21

Leveling Mower Deck ............. 21-22

Lubrication:

Chart ...................................... 19

Tractor Pivot Points ............... 18

Maintenance ................................ 15"

Air Cleaner ............................. 17

Foam Pre-cleaner ............. 17

Air Screen, Engine ................. t8

Battery ................................... 17

Blade Sharpening .................. 16

Brake Adjustment .................. !6

Engine Oil .............................. 15

Fuel Filter ............................... 18

Lubrication Chart ................... t9

Spark Plugs ........................... 18

Tire Care .......................... 16, 24

Mower:

Adjustment, Front4o-Rear ..... 22

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ....... 2I

Height .................................... 2 t

Blade Sharpening .................. 16

Blade Replacement ............... 24

Cutting Level .......................... 10

Installation ............................. 10

Operation ............................... !3

Removal ................................ 22

Mowing Tips ................................. 14

Muffler .......................................... 18

Spark Arrestor .................... 2,32

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ....... 15

Engine ................................... 15

Storage .................................. 25

Operation ................................ 11-14

Operating Your Mower .......... 13

Operating Your Tractor .......... 13

Starting the Engine ................ 12

Stopping Your Tractor ........... 12

Tractor Operation on Hills ...... t4

Options:

Spark Arrestor ................... 2, 32

Attachments 48-49

Parking Brake ............................... 11

Parts Bag .................................... 5-6

Pails, Replacement!Repair ..... 30-49

Repair and Adjustments .......... 19-25

Blade ...................................... 24

Carburetor ............................. 20

Fuse ....................................... 21

Hood Removal/Installation ..... 2!

Motion Drive Belt

Remova!/Replacement ..... 24

Mower Drive Belt

Installation ........................ 10

Removal ........................... 22

Mower Blade Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement.... 23

Mower Adjustment

Front- to-Rear ................... 22

Side-to-Side ...................... 21

Height ............................... 21

Mower Removal ..................... 23

Tire Care .......................... 16, 24

Repair Parts ............................ 30-49

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

Seat ................................................ 7

Service Record ............................. 27

Slope Guide Sheet ....................... 51

Spark Plugs .................................. 18

Speed Control Chart .................... 13

Starting the Engine ....................... 12

Steering Wheel ............................... 8

Stopping the Tractor ..................... 12

Storage ......................................... 25

Throttle Control Cable

Adjustment ............................. 20

Tires ................................. 16, 24

Trouble Shooting Chart ........... 26-27

Transaxle :

Repair Parts ...................... 42-4.3

Shifter Adjustment ................. 25

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

Wiring Schematic ......................... 29

ASSEMBLY

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL REFORE OPERATING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR. If you understand the machine and

its operation, you will achieve efficient and peak performance. While reading the manual, compare the illustrations with your

Garden Tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Study the operating instructions

and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Garden Tractor and to prevent injury to yourself and

others. Be sure to pay strict attention to a_lnotes and cautions; they are included for your safety. Save this manual for future

reference.

UNPACKING iNSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove box from carton. The box contains the items

shown below.

2. Cut down four corners of the carton with a utility knife

and fold down sides.

3. Remove mower deck from skid.

4. Disengage Parking Brake.

5, Carefu!}y guide the tractor backwards off the skid.

,, ,,,,

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 before starting your tractor and

while mowing. We recommend Wide

Vision Safety Mask for over the spec-

tacles or standard safety glasses, avail-

able at Sears Retait or Catalog Stores,

a. Seat d, Battery Acid

b, Steering Wheel e. Owner's ManuaJ

c, Battery, f. Parts Bag

Parts Bag Contents Not Shown Full Size

!!!!!!ri[_ti_iiiEf!!!_

(2) Battery Carriage Bolts - 1/4 - 20 x 7 1/2

Terminal Guard

15° Slope Instruction Sheet

(2) Keys

(6) Battery Caps

Steering Wheel Insert

ASSEMBLY

AS3EMBLY

LOCATION

BATTERY

TERMINALS

SEAT

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SiZE

(2) Wing Nut, 1/4- 20

(2) Hex Bolt, 1/4 - 20 x 3/4

(2) Lockwasher, 1/4

(2) Washer, 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

(2) Hex Nut, 1/4 - 20

- zD

(I) Adjustment Knob I/2 - 13 x I

(1} Washer 17/32 x I 3/'_6

x 12 Ga.

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16 - t8

To assemble and ao}ust your tractor you will need:

(2) 7/16" Wrenches

(I) 3/4" Wrench

•(1) 9/16" Wrench

(I) !/2" Wrench

(1) 3/4" Socket

Ratchet wrench

Tire Pressure Gauge

Screwdriver

Utility Knife

NOTE: RIGHT HAND (R.H.) AND LEFT HAND (L.H.)

ARE DETERMINED FROM OPERATOR'S POSITION

WHILE SEATED ON THE TRACTOR.

WEAR EYE AND FACE SHIELD.

_[ WASH HANDS OR CLOTHING IMME-

D_ATELY iF ACCIDENTALLY iN CON-

TACT W_TH BATTERY ACID°

DO NOT SMOKE, FUMES FROM

CHARGED BATTERY ACID ARE E×-

PLOSIVE°

NOTE: THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH AN OP-

ERATOR PRESENCE SENSING SW_TCH. ANY AT-

TEMPT BY THE OPERATOR TO LEAVE THE SEAT

WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED WILL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE.

t. Prepare Battery

READ INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH THE BATTERY

VENT CAPS FOUND iN BAG OF PARTS. ALWAYS WEAR

GLOVES, CLOTHING AND GOGGLES TO PROTECT

YOUR HANDS, SKIN AND EYES.

a. Fili and charge battery (before installing). NOTE:

SEE DETklLED iNSTRUCTiONS PACKAGED

WiTH B_,N-E RY VENT CAPS IN BAG OF PARTS.

NOTE: OVERCHARGING WILL SHORTEN BATTERY

LIFE.

b. Fitl battery with battery acid to bottoms of tubes in

cells (.Fig 1). DO NOT OVERFILL. OVERFILLING

WILL RESULT tN DAMAGE TO TRACTOR.

c. Check le vet of battery acid after 30 minutes. Add

additiona/batteryacidifnecessary. NOTE: PRESS

VENT CAPS iNTO BATTERY UNTIL FASTENED

SECURELY.

CUT AWAY VIEW

I ...........................

SEAT PAN

ASSEMBLY

--- ENT CAP

BATTERY

IBE

BATTERY

CELL

FIGURE I

SEAT

NOTE: OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, LISTED

IN BOX ABOVE, REQUIRED FOR BATTERY CHARG-

INGr

Charge battery at a rate of six amperes for one

hour.

Neutralize excess batterer acid (from tilting battery)

for disposal by adding _t to 9 fitres (2 gallons) of

water in a 23 litre (5 gallon) plastic container. Stir

with a wooden or plastic paddle while adding

baking soda unti! the addition of mere soda causes

no more foaming.

2. Install Seat

Seat position should be adjusted forward or backward so

that the operator can comfortably reach Clutch!Brake Pedal

and safely operate the tractor (Fig. 2).

Remove cardboard from seat pan.

Place seat on seat pan. Screw adjustment knob

and ffat washer into seat (F_g. 3). Screw shoulder

bolt into seat (Fig. 3). Adjustment knob, shoulder

bolt and washers found in bag of parts (shown full

size on page 6)_

ADJUSTMENT FLAT FENDER

KNOB WASHER SHIFT

FIGURE 2

_ TIGHTENED SECURELY TO PREVENT

MOVEmeNTSEA',"

c. Tighten shoulder bolt using a 1/2" wrench. NOTE:

THE SHOULDER BOLT WILL BE LOOSE tN THE

SEAT PAN SLOT.

d. Tighten adjustment knob finger tight.

e. Place seat in operating position. Sit on the seat and

press clutchforake pedal all the way down. ff operat-

ing position is not comfortable, adjust seat.

f. To adjust: raise seat. Loosen adjustment knob.

Slide seat to desired position. Tighten adjustment

knob securely.

A Y

STEERING WHEEL CAP

HEX LOCK NUT

2 , '1/4" DIA. WASHER

_- STEER|NG

____Jr-__-3,_--_,¢,/ / WHEEL

FIGURE 3

AIR

INTAKE

DUCT

HOOD

GRILL

FIGURE 4

BATTERY

COMPARTMENT

3. Install Steering Wheel

NOTE: POSITION FRONT WHEEL FORWARD.

a, Use a 3/4" wrench to remove lock nut, and

2 ,. 1/4" diameter washer (shown full size below)

from steering column (Fig. 3).

b. Position steering wheel over steering wheel insert (Fig,

3). BARS OF STEERING WHEEL SHOULD POINT

STRAIGHT ACROSS TRACTOR.

c. Secure steering wheel to steertng column using

2- 1/4"' diameter washer and lock nut (Fig, 3).

Torque to 68 N-m (50 Ft. Lbs.)

d. Snap steering wheel cap in place on steering

wheel, Steering wheel cap found in bag of parts,

4. Check Tires

Reduce tire pressure to 1Kg/cm _ (14 PSi) in front tires

and 0.71 Kg/cm 2 (10 PSi) in reartires. (Tires were

overinflated for shipping purposes.)

5. Install Battery

DO NOT SHORT BATTERY TERMINALS

BEFORE INSTALLING BATTERY, REMOVE

METAL BRACLETS, WRISTWATCH BANDS,

RINGS, ETC.

a. Lift hood from rear sides (Fig. 4).

b. Lift out air intake duct.

c MaRe sure drain tube (Fig. 5) is fastened to drain

hole in battery tray and battery tray is position

ed in hole of battery support.

d. Place battery in plastic tray (battery terminals to

front of tractor) (Fig. 5).

,_ POSITIVE TERMINAL MUST BE CONNEC- 1

,_ TED FIRST TO PREVENT SPARKS FROM

_ENTAL GROUNDmNG.

e. Connect RED battery cable to positive (+)

battery terminal with hex bolt, flat vcasher,

Iockwasher and hex nut (shown full size below)

found in bag of parts (Fig. 5). Tighten securely,

f, Connect BLACK ground cable to negative (-)

battery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat

washer, lockwasher and hex nut (shown full

size below) found in bag of parts (Fig, 5).

Tighten securely.

NOTE: IF YOU HAVE AWEAK BATTERY, SEE "START-

ING YOUR TRACTOR WITH A WEAK BATTERY'"

(PAGE 20t.

g. Using the square hole on one side of the battery

support (Fig. 6) insert one battery bolt, head of bolt

down. Fasten the battery bolt to the t erminat guard

using wing nut as shown (Fig. 6). Bolts, nuts, and

terminal guard, shown below, are found in bag of

parts.

h. .Assemble the remaining battery bolt to other side

of battery support and fasten terminal guard to it

with remaining wing nut. Tighten both wing nuts

securely (by hand)) at the same time (Fig. 6).

TERMINAL DOORS

L Replace air intake duct (Fig. 4). Make sure

bottom lip of d#ct sits between battery and lip

of battery tray,

j. Remove plastic from tractor hood and close.

NOTE:

USE TERMINAL ACCESS DOORS (FIG. 6) FOR:

INSPECTION FOR SECURE CONNECTIONS

(TIGHTEN HARDWARE)

2. _NSPECTtON FOR CORROSION

3. TESTING BATTERY

4. JUMPING (IF REQUIRED)

5. CHARGING (IF REQUIRED)

KEEP TERMINAL ACCESS DOORS CLOSED

WHEN NOT iN USE.

DO NOT START ENGINE UNTIL MOWER

SUSPENSION BRACKET HAS BEEN RE-

LEASED, .SEE MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

{LNSTALLAT_ON, PAGE 10,

BATTERY

BOLT

SQ_UARE

HOLE

A SSEIVIBL Y

/ NUT

-WASHER

HEX

BOLTS

BLACK

(NEGATIVEI

CABLE

DRAIN

(ON LEFT

REAR SIDE)

FIGURE 5

ERM_NAL

ACCESS

DOOR

TERMINAL

GUARD

} TERMINAL

ACCE_ DOOR

Y _OLT

SUPPORT

FIGURE 6

FIGURE 7

ENGINE

- PULLEY

ATTACHMENTCLUTCH

SWITCH

POSITION)

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

RGURE 9

REAR HINGE

_/ LiFT LEVER

PLUNGER

LIFT LEVER

LOWER

6. Mower and Drive Bell tnstal/at_n

iNSTALL MOWER PARALLEL LiNK

Yourtractor has been shipped with the mower parallel link

includedin the parts carton. Install mower parallel link on

tractor (Fig. 7) usinghinge pin and retainerspring.

NOTE: SMALLER END OF PARALLEL LiNK MOUNTS

TO TRACTOR. USE THE SHORTEST HINGE PIN FOR

MOUNTING.

INSTALL MOWER

Your mower installs without the use of tools,

a. Raise attachement 1_ lever (Fig. 9) to its highest posi-

tion.

b. Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise _ )

to lowest pos#ion (Fig. 10)

c, Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to R.FL

side.

d. Install rear hinge pin through mower lift brackets and

parallel link (Fig, 8). Secure with retainer spring,

e, Move attachment lift lever (Fig. 9) forward to lower

suspension arms. Remove retainer springs from lift

trunnions (Fig, 8).

f, Slide trunnions through upper lift bracket holes and

secure with retainer springs (Fig, 8).

g. Pull L,H. idlerpulley (Fig. 12) toward the right hand side

of the tractor and roll be# over engine pulley (Fig. 8),

NOTE: MOWER DRIVE BELT iNSTALLATiON DECAL

LOCATED ON MOWER HOUSING.

h, Use attachment tilt lever (Fig 9) to raise mower.

L Turn height adjustment knob clockwise (f-_) to the

middle of its travel (Fig, 10),

7. Check Cutting Lever

The blade housing was set at the factory to cut leveL After mowing

a short distance, look at the area that was cut. ff the blade housing

cuts uneven, see "MOWER ADJUSTMENT, "page 21

8. Final Assembly

a, Make sure all fasteners are tight.

b, Read and follow the operation instructions (page 11).

Know the location and purpose of all controls.

c. Check oil and gasoline (page 12) before staffing the

tractor,

L.H, iDLER

NUT PULLEY

MOWER DRIVE

BELT

PULLEY

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

FIGURE 10 KNOB 10 RGURE 1"1

OPERATION

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR. ff you understand the unit and its

operation, you will achieve efficient and peak performance. While reading the manual, compare the #lustrations with your

Garden Tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments, Study the operating instructions

and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Garden Tractor and to prevent injury to yourseff and

others. Be sure to pay strict attention to all warnings and cautions ; they are included for your safety. Save this manual for future

reference.

LIGHT

SWITCH

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH SWITCH

THROTTLE

CONTROL

_MENT

LEVER

G_ IGNITION

:_ARKING BRAKE

HEIGHT CHOKE GEARSHIFT

ADJUSTMENT LEVER

KNOB

AMMETER: Each time you start your tractor, check

your _mmeter. The needle should move toward the

(+) charging mark indicating the battery is being

charged as you operate your tractor. The headlights

will not show a discharge on the ammeter because

they are not connected to the battery. (They have

theri owr_ electrical source.)

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Pull switch out

_nd up to engage attachment. There will be an

_ngine hesitation as the clutch engages.

ATTACHMENT LHFT LEVER: Use the attachment

_iftlever to raise and lower the attachment mounted to

Four tractor. Move the lift lever fot_ard to lower

_ttachment.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: The pedal has 2 func-

'ions; a clutch and a brake. To engage the brake push

'he peda! completely down.

_EIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Use the height ed-

ustment knob to adjust the mower height. With the

_ttacheme_nt lift lever in the "up" position, turn knob

:lockwise (_) to raise cutting height and counter-

:lockwi_e _*-"_ ) to lower mower cutting height. Lower

_tfachment lift tevero

HEIGHT INDICATOR: Indicates height setting of

mower deck. Controlled by height adjustment Knob.

GEARSHIFT: Press the clutch/brake pedal down

firmly and move gearshift lever to desired speed,

IGNITION: Place key in ignition and turn to the right

to start.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE: To set the parking brake, push

the clutch/brake pedal completely down. Hold the

parking brake lever in "Engaged" position and re-

lease pressure from pedal. Clutch/brake pedal will

remain in brake position, To release, push pedal in.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Use the throttle control to

increase or decrease the speed of the engine.

CHOKE: To start a cold engine, pull choke out to

engage.

OPERA T/ON

•AIR _NTAKE

DUCT

'_'_ DIPSTICK

FIGURE 12

OPERATOR PRESENCE

ENGINE

SEAT PAN

JSTMENT

KNOB

FUEL

TANK

CAP

FIGURE 13

1. Stopping Your Tractor

KNOW HOW TO STOP YOUR TRAC-

TOR BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO

START THE ENGINE.

NOTE: REMOVE KEY WHEN LEAVING TRACTOR TO

PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE:

a. Push clutch!brake pedal into full "BRAKE"position (Fig.

14).

b. M°ve gear shift lever to "NEUTRAL"position (Fig. 15).

c. Place parking brake in "ENGAGED" position and re-

lease pressure from clutchf#rake. Pedal should remain

in "BRAKE" position (Fig. 14).

NOTE: MAKE SURE PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD

TRACTOR SECURE,

d. Piece attachment clutch switch in "DISENGAGED"

position (Fig. i5).

e. Move throttlecontrol to '_S"(slow) position (Fig. 15).

f. Turnignition key to "OFF"position (Fig. 15).

NOTE: NEVER USE CHOKE TO STOP ENGINE,

2. Starting the Engine

LEARN TO S_

VERSE YOUR TACTOR |N A LARGE, I

THIS TRACTOR |S EOUnPPED WITH IN-

TERLOCK SWmTCHES TO PREVENT

STARTING OF THE TRACTOR ENGINE

WHILE THE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

SWITCH IS JNTHE "ENGAGED" POSiTiON

AND/OR THE FOOT PEDAL iS NOT FULLY

DEPRESSED. iMMEDIATELY REPLACE

SWITCHES THAT ARE NOT tN PROPER

WORKING ORDER. DO NOT ATTEMPTTO

DEFEAT THE PURPOSE OF THESE

SW_TCHES.

a, This engine has been shipped filled with summer weight

oil (For cold weather operation see chart page 15).

Check engine oil level. See page 15,

b. Filtfueltank (Fig, 13),Usefresh, ctean, regularunleaded

gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline wilt increase carbon

and lead oxide depsots and reduce valve life.) Capac-

ity is 13 litres (3-1/2 galfons).

NOTE: FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE FUEL MUST

BE USED TO iNSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER START-

ING.

CAUTION: EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL

BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR US-

iNG ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT

MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION

AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STOR-

AGE, ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF ANY ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

TO AVOID ENGINE PROBLEMS, THE FUEL

SYSTEM SHOULD BE EMPTIED BEFORE STOR-

AGE FOR 30 DAYS OR LONGER. DRAIN THE

GAS TANK, START THE ENGINE AND LET iT

RUN UNTIL THE FUEL LINES AND CARBURE-

TOR ARE EMPTY. USE FRESH FUEL NEXT

SEASON, SEE STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

ADDITIONAL _NFORMATtON.

NEVER USE ENGINE OR CARBURETOR

CLEANER PRODUCTSIN THEFUELTANK OR

PERMANENT DAMAGE MAYOCCUR.

FiLL TO BOTTOM OF GAS TANK F&LER

NECK. DO NOT OVERF&L. WiPE OFF ANY

SPILLED OiL OR FUEL. DO NOT STORE,

SPILL OR USE GASOLINE NEAR AN OPEN

FLAME.

c, Place attachment ctutch ewitchin "'disengaged'"

position (Fig, 15).

d. Push clutch!brake pedal fully into brake position.

e. Place gear shift lever in "NEUTRAL'" positon (Fig,

15),

f, Pull choke out (Fig. _r).

g, Move throttie centre! to middle position (Fig. 15L

h, Turn ignition key clockwise (f_) to "START"

position end release key as soon as engine starts.

NOTE: DO NOT RUN STARTER CONTINUOUSLY

FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN SECONDS PER

MINUTE. If engine does not start after several at-

tempts, move throttle control to "F" (fast)

position, wait a few minutes and try again.

NOTE: IF YOU HAVE A WEAK BATTERY, SEE "START-

ING YOUR TRACTOR WITH A WEAK BATTERY"

(Page 20).,

f. After engine is warm, push choke in. The first

time you start the engine, Jt wifi take extra crank-

ing time to move iue_ from tank to the engine.

NOTE: ALLOW ENGINE TO WARM UP FOR A

FEW MINUTES BEFORE ENGAGING CLUTCH OF

TRACTOR OR ATTACHMENT-

When restarting a warm engine, move throttle

control midway between "'S" (stow) and

"F" (fast) positions. Choke may not have

7o be used.

GMPORTANT: BEFORE DRIVING THE TRACTOR,]

_NSTALL MOWER OR REMOVE

JMOWER PARALLEL UNK.

FUNCTIONMowingMOWingNOl.matHeavy21GEARSHIFTorOr32 I THROT_"_'3 L £

Sf'lOW 1

Removal

Tilling

P_o',,ving 1

Dozing 1

2Grading

Transport 3°6

FAST

MID

THROTTLE

SLOW-FAST

_BLE

READ THE "RULES FOR SAFE OPERA-

T}ON" CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR MOWER

HE MOWER MUST BE ADJUSTED PROPERLY FROM

RONT TO REAR AND LEVELED FROM SIDE TO SIDE

EFORE OPERATING. TH_S tS NECESSARY FOR LEVEL

ND EFFICIENT MOWING. REFERTOPAGE 2!.

AUTION: DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL WEIGHT TO

THE TRACTOR OTHER THAN THE OP-

TIONAL WHEEl.. WEIGHTS. EXCESSIVE

WEIGHT MAY OVERLOAD AND DAMAGE

THE TRANSMISSION.

DO NOT OVERLOAD TRACTOR OR

TOWWEtGHT$ GREATER THAN 68 KG

_150 POUNDS),

OPERA TION

3. O_rating Your Tractor and Mower

NOTE: THiS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH AN OPERA-

TOR PRESENCE SENSING SWITCH. ANY ATTEMPT

BY THE OPERATOR TO LEAVE THE SEAT WITH THE

ENGINE RUNNING AND THE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

SWITCH ENGAGED WiLL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE.

CAUTION

TO AVOID INJURY

t. Read owner's manual.

2. Know the location and function of all controls.

3. Keep guards, safety shields and switches in place

and working.

4. Remove objects that can be thrown by blades.

5 Do not mow when children and others are around.

6. Never carry children or passengers.

7. Always look behind machine before backing.

8. Do not mow where machine can tip or slip.

9 If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back

slowly down.

10. Be sure blades and engine have stopped before plac-

ing hands or feet near the blades,

I !. Remove key when leaving machine.

MAKE SURE PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD

TRACTOR SECURE.

NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS OR FEET tN

OR UNDER ANY POWERED ATTACHMENT

OR NEAR ANY MOVING PART WHILE

TRACTOR OR ANY POWERED ATTACH-

MENT IS RUNNING,

NOTE: ALWAYS OPERATE ENGINE AT FULL THROTTLE

WHEN MOWING TO ASSURE BETTER MOWING PER-

FQRMANCE AND PROPER DISCHARGE OF CUT MA-

TERIAL REGULATE GROUND SPEED BY SELECTING A

LOW ENOUGH GEAR (TABLE 1t TO GiVE THE MOWER

CUTTING PERFORMANCE PLUS QUAL{TY OF CUT

DESIRED

DO NOTOPERATETHE MOWER WITH-

OUT EITHER THE ENTIRE GRASS

CATCHER, ON MOWERS SO

EQUIPPED, OR THE DEFLECTOR

SHIELD iN PLACE,

a. Select desired height of cut position using height

adjustment knob (Fig. 15).

b. Raise lift lever and place attachment clutch sw#ch.

in disengaged position.

c. Push clutch/brake pedal down firmly (Fig. 14).

d. Start engine (page 12).

e. With engine running and warm place throttle con.

trot midway between "S" (slow) and "F'" (fast)

position.

f . Engage mower with the attachment clutch switch

g. Move gear shift lever to desired gear.

h. Lower mower into cutting position using attach-

ment lift lever.

i. Release clutch/brake pedal to start movement

(Fig. 14).

j. Move throttle control to "'F'" (Fast) postion.

NOTE: SELECT A GROUND SPEED THAT WILL SUIT

THE TERRAIN, QUALITY OF CUT AND ATTACHMENT

BEING USED (TABLE 1}.

HEIGHT

KNOB

Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut, Have the cut area to the r_qht of

the machine. This will result in a more even distri-

bution of clippings and more uniform cutting,

When mo wing large areas (Fig 17), start b y turning

to the right so that the chpptngs wH/ discharge away

from shrubs, fences driveways, etc, After one or

two rounds, mow in the opposite dzrection making

left hand turns until f/nfshed

GEAR

CONTROL

LEVER

FIGURE 15

YRUNNER

DISCHARGE

GUARD

FIGURE 16

FIGURE 17

CAUTION: NEVER RUN THE ENGINE WITHOUT AiR-

INTAKE DUCT INSTALLED (FIG. 4). MAKE

SURE BOTTOM LIP OF AIR INTAKE DUCT

SITS BETWEEN BATTERY AND LIP OF

BATTERY TRAY,

4, Mowing Tips

NOTE: TIRE CHAINS CANNOT BE USED WITH THE

MOWER HOUSING ATTACHED,

I & READ THE "'SAFETY RULES" CAREFULLY

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER.

REFER TO PAGE 2.

a Use the runner on the R,H. side as a guide; the blade

cuts approximately2,54 cm (1 inch) outside the runner

(Fig. 16).

d. lf grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice,

The first time cut relatively high," the second time

to the desired height,

e. The left hand side of mower should be used for

trimming,

f. Do not mow tall, dry grass over 15.25 cm (6 inches)

tall. tt is a fire hazard.

5. Operating The Tractor On HilfS

L _ DO NOT DRtVE UP OR DOWN H_LLS WiTH

SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 ° AND DO

NOT DRIVE ACROSS ANY SLOPE. REFER

TO PAGE 5!.

a. Move gear shift lever to "' 1ST" gear before starting

up or down hilfs.

b, AVOID STOPPING OR SHIFTING ON HILLS,

c, If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever

to slower position.

LEAVE ENOUGH ROOM WHEN STOP-

PiNG AND STARTING TO ALLOW SLIGHT

TRACTOR ROLL DOWNHaLL AS CLUTCH/

8RAKE PEDAL MOVES THROUGH CLUTCH

POSITION,

d. If stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

e. To restart tractor movement, make sure tractor is in

the lowest speed range ("1ST'" Gear) and that you

have allowed room to roll slightly downhill. Depress

clutch/brake full. Disengaged parking brake and

release clutch/brake pedal SLOWLY to start tractor

movement.

f. Make all turns gradua#V.

6, Rip-Up Discharge Guard

Your mower has a flip-up discharge guard (Fig. t6) for

door or gate clearance when held in raised position.

MAKE SURE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH]

_ 18 IN °D_SENGAGED" POSmTaON AND |

8LADES NAVE STOPPED BEFORE RAiSiNG |

DISCHARGE GUARD _DEFLECTORL NEVER |

OPERATE P_OWER WITHOUT #iSCHARGE |

To keep your tractor running better,

ronger, perform necessary service using

_he following maintenance schedule:

BEFORE MAKING ANY INSPECTION, AD-

JUSTMENT OR REPAJR:

1, PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCHtBRAKE PEDAL

COMPLETELY INTO BRAKE POSITION,

2. MOVE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO "NEU-

TRAL" POSITION.

3, PLACE PARKING 8RAKE IN "ENGAGED

POSITION, REMOVE FOOT FROM

PEDAL.

4_ PLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH

IN 'DISENGAGED _ POSITION,

5. TURN IGNiTiON KEY TO 'OFF" POSI*

TION,

6. MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE BLADES

AND ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COM-

PLETELY STOPPED.

7. REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY.

8. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRES

FROM THE SPARK PLUGS AND KEEP

AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUGS TO

PREVENT iNJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL

STARTING, BE CAREFUL TOO AVOID

TOUCHING HOT ENGINE OR MUFFLER

COMPONENTS.

MAIN

FIGURE 18

Recommended SAE Viscosity Grades

Determine temperature range expected before next oil

change. At/ oil must meet A. P 1. service classification SD,

SE or SF,

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

With Every Mowing

t. Make sure all nuts on bolts are tight and cotter

pins and retainer springs are secure.

2. Observe all safety precautions.

3. Keep tractor we//lubricated (refer to page 19).

First 2 Hours (Two Mowings}

1. Change Engine Oi[

Changing oil after the first two hours (or two mow-

ings) wifl help eliminate break-in residue which might

be damaging to your engine.

NOTE: BE CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER

THE ENGINE WHEN CHANGING OtL,

a. Drain oil with engine warm,

b. Loosen oil drain plug (Fig. 18) and remove dipstick.

c. Catch oil in a suitable container,

d. Tighten oil drain plug.

e. Refill engine oil (see below). Refill capacity is 1.4

litres (t-I/2 quarts),

gOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL,

L Replace dipstick (fig. 19).

-20 ° 0 ° 32 ° 60 ° 80 ° 100 °

Dipstick assembly must be securely t_ghtened into tube

at all times when engine is operating.

CAUTION: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE STARTING

SYSTEM, USE SAE 5W30 OIL WHEN THE

TEMPERATURE FALLS BELOW0° C (32° F).

Every 5 Hours (Five Mowings)

1. Check Engine Oil Level

,_ DO NOT CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVELWITH ENGINE RUNNING. , ..... i

Several minutes after stopping engine, check engine oil

level with tractor on level ground. Wipe dipstick (Fig. 19 )

clean, screw it down tight for a few seconds, remove

and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL "" mark

is reached, (See chart above), NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL.

FIGURE 19

8RAKE

OPERATING ARM

BRAKE

D_SC

NCE

Every 25 Hours (T_#ce a Mow#ng SeasonJ

f. Bmk_ Adjustmsnt

This Tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

mounted on the right side of the transaxte (Fig. 20).

,_ !_T}STOPPING DUS- !

T_ItGHEST GEAR, THEN

a, Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking

brake.

b, Measure distance between brake operating arm

and nut "A" on brake rod.

c. If distance is other than 3.8 cm (1 _!/2 "), lossen jam

nut (Fig. 20) and rum nut until distance becomes

& 8 cm ( ! _1/2 "), Rstighten jam nut against nut "A".

Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary.

2. Tim Cars

a. Maintain tire pressure in front at 14 PSi

(1 Kg/crrF) and rear tires at 10 PSi (0.7 Kg/cn_).

b. Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control

chemicals which can harm rubber.

c. Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts and other hazards

that may cause tire damage.

3. Blade Sharpening

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. The

btades can be sharpened with a few strokes of a file or

on a grinding wheel. We suggest they be sharpened

after every 25 hours o! mowing. Do not attempt to

sharpen while on mower, tf you mow in sandy soil

check the blades after each two redwings. The sand

wears the blades away rapidly,

FIGURE 20

When grinding, care should be taken to maintain

blade balance and the blade should be checked

for proper balance before reinstailation on mower.

Unbalanced or bent blade will cause excessive

vibration when running, and eventual damage to

mower or engine, Replace ben_ or damaged

blades,

To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam

or wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail

exposed, Place center hole of clean blade over the

head of the nail (Fig. 2f), NOTE: CENTER HOLE

OF BLADE ON NAIL. IF BLADE tS PROPERLY

BALANCED, BLADE SHOULD REMAIN IN POSI-

TION SHOWN IN FIG. 2t, IF EITHER END OF THE

BLADE MOVES DOWNWARD, BLADE IS NOT

BALANCED. SHARPEN THE HEAVY END UNTIL

BLADE _S BALANCED.

Every 50 Hours (Once. Mo_ing So,son)

(Operating in dusty conditions may require more frequent

servicing. )

1, Check Bat:tery

e .

NOTE:

a, Battery acid level in each battery cell

should be even with bottoms of tubes in ceils {Fig,

221. Add ONLY distilled water if necessary.

NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL.

b. Keep battery and terminals clean,

e. Keep battery bolts tight.

d. Keep vent caps tight and small vent holes in caps

open.

Recharge at 6 amperes for ! hour if necessary,

OVERCHARGING WILL SHORTEN BATTERY LIFE.

INTENANCE

CUT AWAY VIEW

VENT CAP

BATTERY

TUBE

BATTERY

CELL

FIGURE 22

2. Clean Battery and Terminals

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals cause the

battery to "leak" power.

LEAD-ACiD BATTERIES GENERATE EX-

PLOS}VE GASES, KEEP SPARKS, FLAME

AND SMOKING MATERIALS AWAY FROM

BATTERIES, ALWAYS SHIELD YOUR EYES

AROUND BATTERIES,

a. Remove terminal guard,

b_ Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

C, Washba#eryw#h6grams(1/4cup) ofbakingsoda

to 3.8 fitres (1 gallon) water.

NOTE: BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET THE SODA SOLU-

TiON INTO THE CELLS.

d. Rinse d_e battery with plain water, dry and

reinstall on tractor,

e. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire

brush until bright.

f. Replace battery cables, connecting RED battery

cable to positive terminal first, then BLACK bat-

tery cable to negative terminal. Coat terminal con-

nections with petroteum jelty.

g. Replace terminal guard.

AIR SCREEN _ ...

3, Change Engine Oil

The best time to change engine oil is at :he end of

a day's operation when all dirt and foreign materials

are suspended in the hot oil, See chart, page 15.

(OPERATING IN DUSTY CONDITIONS MAY REQUIRE

MORE FREQUENT SERVgCiNG)

4. Clean Air Cleaner Foam Pro-Cleaner {Fig. 23)

a r Remove Knob and cover,

b, Remove foam pro-cleaner element by sliding it

off of the paper cartridge.

C. Wash foam pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and

water,

d. Wrap foam pro-cleaner in cloth and squeeze

dry,

e. Lightly coat foam pro-cleaner with engine oil

(Do not saturate). Squeeze in rag or towel to

remove excess oil,

f, Install foam pro-cleaner over paper cartridge.

Reassemble cover and screw down tight, 17

RG URE 23

FHGURE 24

NCE

MUFFLER

FIGURE 25

FIG URE 26

SPA I

PLUG

7. CJean Air Screen

Air screen (Fig. 25) must allow free-flow of air

to prevent engine damage from overheating, Clean

with a wire brush, compressed air or water pressure

to remove dirt, chaff, stubborn dried gum and

fibers,

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN

USING COMPRESSED AiR.

DO NOT TOUCH HOT MUFFLER, CYLIN-

DER OR FINS AS CONTACT MAY CAUSE

8URNS.

, Chock MuHler

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

9. Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Remove any dust, dirt or oH from engine cooling

fins to prevent engine damage from over, heating.

Air guide covers must be removed (Fig. 25).

Remove eight 7/I6"" bolts and six 5/16" bolts to

remove side and top covers.

See "HOOD REMOVAL," page 2t.

DER OR F_NS AS CONTACT MAY CAUSE

BURNS.

EvefF 100 Hours

DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG W{RES TO

PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING BE-

FORE MAKING ANY INSPECTION, ADJUST-

MENT OR REPAIR {EXCEPT CARBURE*

TOR}. BE CAREFUL TO AVOID TOUCHING

HOT ENGmNE OR MUFFLER COMPONENTS.

FU_L

RGURE 27

5_ Lubricate St_rtng and Fron_ Wheels

There is a grease fitting on each front wheel and _le spindle.

Use a grease gun to give each grease fitting _o shots of

extreme pressure lubricating grease (available through your

Sears Service Centre)(Fig. 24L

6. Oit Pivof Poin_s

Place several drops ef SAE 30 oilat points where metai parts

move against each other, especially:

a, Hood hinges,

b. Shifter shaft points.

SEE LUBRICATION CHART, PAGE !&

1. Ro_ac_ £8:_r_ Piuge

Ropl_co sp_rk plugs at the beginning of each mowing season

er every l OOheurs, whichever comes first. Gap shoutd be set

at 0,762 mm (&&_O*). (Fig. 26),

Replaco Air CJeaner Pa_r Cartridge

Refer to page ! Zo

3. Replace/n_Line Fuel Fill'or

tf fuet h/zer is clogged, obstructing fuel flow to

carburetor, replacement is required.

a With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel

hne sections as removed from both ends of fuel

biter (Fig_ 2_').

b P/ace new fuel filter _n posit_on m fuel fine.

_ BE SURE THERE ARE NO FUEL LiNE

LEAKS AND THAT FUEL L_NE _S _N

PROPER POS_T_ON _N HOSE CLAMPS.

Lubrication

INTENANCE

SPINDLE

WHEEL BEARINGS

,_ SAE MOTOR OIL

_ EXTREME PRESSURE

LUBRICATING GREASE

'_3) REFER TO ENGINE OIL SPEC'S

IUNDER INITIAL PREPARATION

IN OWNERSMANUAL1

.--SPINDLE Q

"qr

--_-_----- WH E E L BEARINGS_

ENGINE (_

REPAIR & ADJUSTMENT

FOR ANY ADJUSTMENTS, INSPECTION

OR MAINTENANCE:

1 PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCH_BRAKE PEDAL

COMPLETELY INTO BRAKE POSITION

2 MOVE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO 'NEUTRAL'

POSITION

3 PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN "ENGAGED PO-

SITION, REMOVE FOOT FROM PEDAL

4 PLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH tN

'DISENGAGED' POSITION

5 TURN IGNITION KEY TO "OFF" POSITION

6 MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE BLADES

AND ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COM-

PLETELY STOPPED

REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY,

DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRES

FROM THE SPARK PLUGS AND KEEP AWAY

FROM THE SPARK PLUGS TO PREVENT IN-

JURY FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING BE

CAREFUL TOO AVOID TOUCHING HOT EN-

GiNE OR MUFFLER COMPONENTS,

FIGURE 28

REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS

LEAD-ACID BA'TTERIES GENERATE

E×PLOS_VE GASES. KEEP SPARKS,

FLAME AND SMOKING MATER!_ALS

AWAY FROM BATTERIES. ALWAYS

WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN

AROUND BATTERIES.

SPARK

PLUG

SPARK

PLUG

:ARBURETOR

FIXED MAIN

JET COVER

(HtGH

RGURE 30

I. Starting your Tractor With a Weak Battery

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

recharged. If 'Jumper cables" are used for emergenc_

starting, follow this procedure:

NOTE: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT

NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE

MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED

SYSTEM.

a. Connect each end of the RED jumper cable to the

POSITIVE(+) terminals of each battery (taking care

not to short against chassis). (Fig. 28)

b. Connect one end of the BLACK jumper cable to the

NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

c. Connectthe otherendofthe BLACK jumpercable

to the L.Ho side panel bolt (Fig. 14) NOTE: KEEP

AWAY FROM GAS "tANK AND BATTERY.

d. Disconnect cablesfin reverse order:

1. LH. side panel bolt (Fig. !4)

2. Negative terminal of fully charged battery

& Pos#ive terminals

A DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BAT-

TERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES,

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment

Never attempt to change maximum engine speed,

This is preset at the factory (3600 ; 100 RPM)

and should only be changed by a qualified service

technician who has _¢tenecessary equlpment,

a. Remove hood (page 21L

b. Loosen casing clamp screw until throttle cable

is free to move,

c. Move throttle control (on d_e dashboard) to

"'FA S T" position.

d. Pull throttle cable tight (Uf?tl/ SWiVel below

carburetor zs against s/de of quarter c/rc/et

Retighten casing clamp screw

REFER TO "STARTING THE ENGINE,"

PAGE 12,

Carbure_o¢ Adjustment

NOTE: ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENT TO CAR-

BURETOR AIR CLEANER MUST BE ASSEMBLED TO

CARBURETOR WHEN RUNNING ENG{NE,

Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to

compensate for differences in fuel, temperature

or altitude. Adjust the carburetor fuel mixture

as follows:

a, Gently turn irt/e mixture valve clockwise

(f-_-) (Fig, 30) until it just closes and then

counterclockwise (._- ) f-1/2 turns.

CAUTION. Valve may be damaged if turned

in too far.

b Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with engine

running and choke pushed in.

c. Move thro_de control lever (on dashboard) to

"SLOW'" position.

d, Holdgovernorcontrol leveragainstidle speed

screw,and adjust idle speedscrewto obtain

1200to 1400RPM(Fig.29).

e. Whilestill holding the governorcontrol lever

against idle speedscrew, turn idle mixture

valve slowly clockwise (_) (lean mixture)

until speed just starts to slow.

f. Turn idle mixture valve back to the midpoint

between rich and lean.

g. Adjust the idle speed screw to obtain 900 to

!200 RPM. Release governor control lever,

h. Move throttle control (on the dashboard) to

"'FAST. "" /f engine hesitates or dies, turn idle

mixture valve approximately 1/8 rum counter-

clockwise (_---) undl engine will accelerate

as throttle control is moved from "SLOW"

to "FAST. ""

4, Fuse Replacement

Replace with 30 amp automotive4ype[duginfuse. Fusescanbe

purchased at al! Sears ServiceCentresand most retail stores.

Fuse is located directlybehind dash,

5, Hood Removal

a. Lift hood. Oisconnect headlight wiring connection (Fig,

32).

b, Unscrew one screw at rear of each side panel (Fig. 31) .

c. Pivot hood and side panel forward and lift off tractor (Fig.

32)°

d. To replace, reverse above procedure.

& Mower Adjustment

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway. Make sure tire pressures are 1Kg/crrF (14 PSI) in front

and O.71Kg/cm 2(I0 PSi) in rear, ff tires are over or under inflated,

!ou will not properly adjust your mower.

FOR ANY ADJUSTMENTS, iNSPECTION OR

MAINTENANCE:

1. PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

COMPLETELY INTO "BRAKE" POSIT{ON

2. MOVE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO "N" (NEUTRAL)

POSITION,

3. PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN "ENGAGED"

POSITION. REMOVE FOOT FROM PEDAL

4, PLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH IN

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

5. TURN IGNITION KEY TO "'OFF" POSITION

6. MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE BLADES

AND ALL MOVING PARTS HAVECOMPLET-

ELY STOPPED

7 REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY.

8 DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE<S)

FROM THE SPARK PLUG(S) AND KEEP

WIRE(S) AWAY FROM THE PLUG(S)

TO PREVENT _NJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL

STARTING BE CAREFUL TO AVOID

TOUCHING HOT ENGINE OR MUFFLER

COMPONENTS

Height Adjustment

Adjustment for mower height is made with the height adjust _

ment knob. Raise mower cutting height by turning height

adjustment knob clod{wise ( _ ). Lower mower cutfing

height by turning height adjustment knob counterclockwise

( _ ). (Fig.33).

Sido-to-Side mower Adjustment

a. Depress lift lever plunger and use lift lever to raise

mower to maximum cutting height (Fig, 34).

b. Measure height from bottom of curl to ground level at

front of mower. Distance "A" should be the same (Fig.

34).

WIRE

CONNECTION

FIGURE 32

HEtGHTADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIGURE 33

L_FT L E V E R _,_._,

PLUNGER _',

LEVER '!',, . ..........

• ,J i SIDE TO SIDE

i 'L_.._ L_ ....... ADJUSTMENT

..........::,:.: ........._y,i

BOTTOM [ _ _ iBOTTOM

OF CURL { iF_ r_ '_I i OF CURL

GROUND GROUND

LEVEL LEVEL

21 FIGURE 34

REPAIR & ADJUSTMENT

FiGURE 35

FLANGE

LiFT LEVER

PLUN

If distance "A" needs to be changed, snap out access

hote cover on L.H. side above footrest, Use tl/16"

wrench on nuts "B" and "C" at side-to-side adjustment

trunnion (Fig. 35).

To raise left side of mower, loosen nut "B" and tighten nut

"C".

To lower left side of mower, loosen nut "C" and tighten

nut "B:

NOTE: ONE ROTATION OF ADJUSTMENT NUTS iS

EQUIVALENT TO APPROXIMATELY 5 MM (3/16")

HEIGHT CHANGE.

f. Be sure allnuts are securely tightened.

Front- To-Rssr Mower Ad]ustment

a. To obtain the best cutting results, your mower housing

should be adjusted so the front and rear flange distance

"D" (Fig. 36) is t3 mm (1/2") lower in front when the

mower is positioned in the highest cutting position.

NOTE: MEASURE DISTANCE "D" FROM GROUND

LEVELTO BOTTOM OF CURL ON RIGHT REAR FLANGE

AND COMPARE TO DISTANCE "D" AT RIGHT FRONT

FLANGE,

b. To raise rear of mower, loosen nut mE"on both rear

suspension arms. Screw both nuts "F" up an EQUAL

NUMBER OF TURNS (Fig. 41).

c. When distance "D" is 13 mm (1/2") lower at front than

rear, tighten nuts "E".

d. To lower rear of mower, loosen nut "F" on both re_t

suspension arms an EQUAL NUMBER OF TURNS (Fig.

37).

e. When distance "D" is 13 mm (1/2") lower at front than

rear, retighten nuts "E%

NOTE: WHEN ADJUSTING REAR SUSPENSION TRUN-

NIONS, ALWAYS ADJUST BOTH EQUALLY SO MOWER

WILL STAY LEVEL.

Mower Drive Belt Removal

NOTE: MOWER BELT iNSTALLATiON DECAL LO-

CATED ON MOWER HOUSING.

a. Place attachment clutch switch in "Disengaged" posi.

tion (Fig. 38).

b, Turn height adjustment knob to its lowest position.

Move attachment lift lever (Fig. 38)forward to lower

mower to its lowest position.

c, Roll belt off engine pulley (Fig. 39).

d. Pull belt off both mower pulley and idler pulteys (Fig. 40),

e. To raplace mower drive belt, reverse above proce-

dure.

NOTE: MAKE SURE DRIVE BELT IS ENGAGED IN

ALL PULLEYS.

7o Mower Retrieval

a, Remove mower dfive be#. (See "MOWER DRtVE BEL T

REMOVAL," page 22, through slop 3.)

b. Pull bel_ off engine pulley (Fig. 39),

c, Pull retainer spdngs out of rear suspension trunnions.

Remove rear suspension trunnions from lift brackets

(Fig. 41)

d. Pu# retainer spring out of rear hinge pin. Remove rear

hinge pin (Fig. 41),

e. Pu# refainer spring out of front hinge pin. Remove front

hinge pin (F_. 41) and parallel link.

f, Use tift tever to r_se suspension armso Slide mower out

from under tr_ctor,

BEFORE DRiViNG YOUR TRACTOR, IF_

STALL MOWER OR RE&,_OVE PARALLEL

LiNK (F{G. 41).

'4OTE: iF AN ATTACHMENT O]34ER THAN THE MOWER

3ECK tS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR, THE LH. AND

::LH.SUSPENSION ARMS (F_. 4_) SHOULD BE REMOVED.

_. Mower Blade Drive Be# RepJacernent

a. Remove mower drive belt, (See page 22°)

b. Removemowerfromtractor. (See"MOWERREMOVAL,"

above, )

c, Pull beit towards rear of mower at tensioning pulley (Fig

42). Place a block bePween tension bracket and mower

lift bracket, Roll belt off tensioning pulley.

d. Roll belt off all other pulleys.

e, Slide bett from under spring.

f, To instafl be#, reverse above procedure. Make sure belt

is engaged in alf pulleys,

ADJUS

_OWER

PARALLEL

LiNK

FIGURE 39

MOWER DRIVE

BELT

BLOCK //_== /

MOWER

LiFT

BRACKET

RGUR_= 42

_OWER

PULLEY

LEVER

RETAINER

SPRING

FIGURE 4O

ATTACHMENT

DRIVE

PULLEY

RETAtNER

SPRING

UNK

FRONT

HINGE

REAR HINGE

FIGURE 41

FRAME

TRANSAXLE

PULLEY

FIGURE 43

CLUTCH|NI

iDLER

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

LOCATER

SQUARE KEY

(REAR ONLY)

FIGURE 45

A GRADE 5 HEAT TREATED BOLT

CAN BE IDENTiFiED BY THREE

UNES ON THE BOLT HEAD AS

SHOWN AT LEFT.

2,$

9. Motion Drfve Bait Rept,_coment

NOTE: BELT INSTALLATION DECAL iS LOCATED UNDER

LEFT FOOTREST.

a. Remove mower (see "MOWER REMOVAL" page23).

b. Usinga 1/2"wrench, removethectutchlecater (Fig,43),

c. Using a 9116" wrench, l_sen the right hand be# keeper

(Fig, 43).

d. Disconnect clutch wire connector. Push connector

through frame (Fig. 43).

e. Pull be# off clutching idler and raise to top side of pulley,

f. Release parking brake. Push be# ever and away from

clutching idler.

g. Pull belt slack toward rear ef tractor, Remove be# from

transmission pulley by deflecting keepers to force belt

up and out of pulley. (Use belt to push keepers away

from pulley.) (Fig. 43:)

h. Work belt around remaining pulleys and keepers, work-

ing toward transaxle pulley.

j. Pull be#fomcard off transaxle pulley and down over

electric clutch.

h. Reinstall in reverse of above procedure,

Make sure right hand be# keeper is positioned correctly between

locater tabs and electric clutch connection is secure.

10, Blade Replacement

Raise mower to highest position to permit access to

blades or remove mower.

a. Remove bolt, Iockwasher and washer (Fig. 44)

(turn counterclockwiset(_'_" ).

b. Remove and discard old blade.

c. Clean top and bottom of mower housing.

d. Place new blade belween flanges, (install with

sharp edge down), and secure with washer, lock-

washer and bolt previously removed.

11. Tire Csre

a. Maintain tire pressure in front at 14 PSi (1Kg/cm 2)

and rear tires at I0 PSi (0. 2"Kg/cm2).

b. Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control

chemicals which can harm nJbbero

& Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

do Removing wheel for tire repair (Fig. 45).

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove hub cap, ktip ring and washer to allow

whee! removal (rear wheel contains a square

key - Do Not Lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble. Align slots in rear

whee_ hub and _le. fnsert square key.

Replace washer and snap klip ring securely in

axle groov& Replace hub cap.

USE GREASE F_TTINGS TO LUBRICATE FRONT

WHEELS W_TH GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE.

APPLY AN ANT_-SEIZE OR GOOD GENERAL

PURPOSE GREASE TO LUBRICATE REAR

AXLES.

NOTE:

ALWAYS USE GRADE 5 HEAT

TREATED BOLTS TO ATTACH

BLADES. DO NOTUSE PLATED BOLTS.

CHECK E_OLTS _N8LADES OCCASJONo

ALLY TO MAKE SURE BOLTS ARE

T_GNT. TORQNE 8OLTS TO 41-47 N-m

ADJUSTMENT

[

WHEN MOUNTING TIRES, UNLESS BEADS

ARE SEATED, OVER iNFLATiON CAN

CAUSE AN EXPLOSION,

12. Rear Wheel Repla¢ement

For rear wheel replacement, follow instructions under "TIRE

CARE, "page 24.

Coat axle with grease to prevent corrosion or rust accumulation

and eventual seizing of wheel hub to axle sha&

WHEN REPLACING WHEELS ON THE

TRACTOR THEY MUST BE MOUNTED

WITH THE LONG HUB SiDE TOWARD THE

CENTER OF THE TRACTOR. INCORRECT

INSTALLATION COULD AFFECT LATERAL

STABILITY. (SEE FIG, 46),

t u _ I-_--'.

UB _ FIGURE 46

13. Transaxte Shifter Linkage Positioning and Adjust-

ment

The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in

the neutral (lock gate) position (Fig, 47). The adjustment is preset

at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as

follows:

a" Make sure transaxte is in neutral.

b, Using a 7/16" wrench, !oosen two (2) locknuts on tie rod

(Fig, 48 - inset).

c. Turn center rod (Fig, 48 - inset) until gearshift lever falls

into neutral lock gate on fender console (Fig. 47).

d. Tighten ldd_nuts securely.

14. Storage

Remove mowerfrom tractorfor winter storage. When mower is to

be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt,

grease, leaves, ete., give blades and underside of housing a good

coat of grease or rust preventative. Store in a clean dry area.

a, Fuel System

It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuef hose, or

tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids

during storage, Addic 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.

b. Engine Oil

Drain (with engine warm) oil and replace with clean ngine oil,

(see chart on page 15).

c, Cylinders

1. Remove spark plugs.

2, Pour 29,5 cc (one ounce) of oil through spark plug

hole into cylinder,

3, Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few

seconds to distribute oil.

4, Replace w#h new spark plugs.

d, Battery

1. Prior to storage, clean terminals and top of battery.

2. Disconnect cable from positive side of battery,

After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging.

e. General Cleaning

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all fore_n matter,

L Store in a clean, dry area

GEAR SHIFTLEVER

NEUTRAL LOCK GATE

FIGURE 47

TRANSAXLE

FIGURE 48

TROUBLESHOOTING

WiLL NOT START

WiLL NOT TURN OVER

PROBLEM CAUSE / REMEDY (SEE iNDEX}

ENGINE CLICKS BUT WON'T START

4ARD TO START

ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER

ENGINE OVERHEATS

NO LIGHTS

WON'T CHARGE

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM WILL NOT SHUT

DOWN ENGINE WHEN OPERATOR LEAVES SEAT

NOTE. This tractor is equipped with an operator presence

sensing system. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat

with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged

shut down the engine.

Fill Tank with Gasoline. Check Fuel Line and Carburetor

(clean if necessary), Replace Fuel Filter. Use Fresh Fuel

Recharge or replace Battery

Check Wiring

Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap

Drain and replace oit for proper temperature

Push Clutch/Brake Pedal into brake position

Charge or replace Battery

Move Attachment Clutch Switch to "'DISENGA GED" position

Replace Ignition Switch

Replace interlock Switch(es)

Replace Solenoid or Starter

Replace Fuse

Check a/t Wire Connections and "Ground'" Points

Reattach Tiller Attachment Wire Loop

Clean Battery Terminals

Replace Szarter or Solenoid

Charge or Replace Battery

Check Wire Connections and "'Ground" Points

Place Throttle Control in "FAST" posit/on and run

starter several tflnes to clear out gas

Remove Air Filter and clean

Replace Spark Plug(sf and adjust gap

Recharge or replace Battery

Check the Wiring

Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor. Use Fresh Fuel.

Replace Fuel Filter

Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor

Major Engine Overhaul

Shift to a lower gear or reduce load

Drain Gas Tank and Carburetor. Use Fresh Fuel

Remove and clean Air Cleaner

Make necessary carburetor adjustments

Clean Air Screen

Add or change oil

Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap

Replace Fuel Filter

Major Engine Overhaul

Shift to/owergear or reduce load

Clean Air Screen

Add or change oil

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Remove and clean Muffler or replace

Remove and clean Air Filter

Use fresh fuel and adjust Carburetor

Check Fuse, Switch and Wire Connections. Replace

Headlight Bulbs

Replace Switch

Check Fuse for fault and replace

Replace Battery

Replace Diode Assembly

Replace Alternator

Check all Wire Connections

Check Seat Switch

UNSATISFACTORY MOWER PERFORMANCE

UNEVEN DISTRIBUTION OF CLIPPINGS

MOWER BLADES WILL NOT ROTATE

TROUBLESHO0

Move Throttle Control to "FAST"

Check air pressure in Tires

Check front-to-rear and side-to-side Mower adjustment

Use a slower ground speed

Replace Mo wet Blades

Reinstall Mower Blades with Top of Blade up

Clean underside of Mower Deck

Readjust Mower Drive Belt

Correct Clutch Mechanism Interference

lnsta// new Mower Drive Belt

Reinstall Mower Drive Belt

! Adjust Mower Drive Belt

Replace frozen Mandrel

Replace frozen Idler Pulley

EXCESSIVE MOWER VIBRATION Replace bent or unbalanced Blades

Replace Mandrel Stra/_Thten Deck or replace

WIND ROWING STRIPPING OR DROPPING

OF GRASS CLIPPINGS

UNEVEN CUT OR SCALPING

Set Throttle for maximum engine speed

Let grass dr}/out

Clean underside of Mower Deck

Readjust Mower front-to-rear and side-to-side

, Replace Blades

! Readjust Mower front-to-rear and side-to-side

Replace Blades

i Replace bent Mandrel(s)

SERVmCE RECORD

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Change Engine Oil

!Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

iClean Air Screen

Lubricate Pivot Points (seej3age 24) .__

Check Battery_ Level and Rechar eg_e._ ___

_CJea.nBa_e_ and Terminals

Carburetor Adjustment

V_,BeltAdjustment _

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Check Muffler

Replace Air Cleaner Paper Cartridge

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Fuel Filter

SERVICE DATES

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917.250020

SCHEMATIC _lL --

RED O

RED

2 TURNS

CLOCKWISE t f'_ I

FROM FUSE

AMMETER

F USE 9_------

R E D

30 AMF

*INDUCTIVE TYPE, WIR

COILED AS SEEN FROM

BACK OF DASHBOARD,

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION i CIRCUIT

OFF MG

ON BL

START BS

LIGHTS WILL NOT REGISTER

AMMETER

fGNtTIQN

SWITCH

-OB

12V

BLACK

[" 1

_'_ TILLER t I I

POWER _ ATTACHMENT ' 1

TAKEOFF CONNECTOR I I I

_)" E } CLUTCH!BRAKE L ......

{PEDAL UP}

(_ i SOLENOID

C _ I "_RED CLUTCH r "_-- -

_7A L I

WHITE BLACK

BLACK

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

tGNIT1ON

UNIT

OPERATOR PRESENCE

RELAY

SPARK PLUGS

BLACK

RED

5 AMPS DC (POS) ]

22 VAC (MIN)-__.___ DIODE I _ ENGINE COIL

5 AMPS DC (NEG 1.._-_-_._ ASSEMBLY

NOTE: WITH ENGINE _-__ -_'--------- | RED -__--_- _--_

RUNNING @ 36-0-0"/R-PM "_%. h l I - <ALTERNATOR1

BATTERY tN LINE I__..-_/,_..i-_

LIGHTS OFF

YOLIR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A

SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE

LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN

ElECTRiCAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF

THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE

LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH THE

ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE SPEED THE

LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL BE

COME THEIR BRIGHTEST

ORANGE

LIGHT

SWITCH

PTO SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF B+E, C÷D

ON B+A

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF

UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED

TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

BROWN BLUE_

CHASSIS

GROUND

_NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

--O--REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR

To Engine

- = MODEL NUMBER 917,254450 & 917°250020

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

1 inch = 25.4 ram.

KEY PART DESCRIPTtON

NO. NO.

1 123198X

2 STD551025 *

3 102476X

4 STD532575 *

5 121537X

6 7603J

7 I24561X

10 1I0859X

11 4152J

!2 100541K

13 7192J

!4 104445X

15 4206J

16 4406R

!8 109788X

19 109310X

20 109081X

21 1lOZ12X

22 73680400

24 4799J

26 719J

27 4207J

Wing Nut 1/4 - 20

Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ca.

Guard- Terminal

Bolt, Carriage 1/4- 20 x 7- 1/2

Battery

Battery Tray

Harness - Ignition

Harness - Light Socket

Bulb - Light

Tube * Battery Tray

Cable Tie

Switch - Interlock - Clutch

Cable - Battery (Battery to

Solenoid)

Ignition Switch

Nut - Ignffion

Key

Solenoid

Switch- Light

Nut - Hex 1/4 - 20

Cable - Battery (Solenoid to

Starter)

Terminal Cover (For Solenoid)

Cable - f3attery IBattery to

Ground)

_STANDARD HAROWARE--PURCHASE LOCALLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

30 STD601005"

32 t09596X

33 STD551125 *

34 73350400 *

35 74780408

36 STD541425 *

37 74760412

39 STD541025 *

40 STD551125

43 STD551!25 *

45 108824X

46 121433X

51 102501X

52 235R

54 106315X

55 4021J

56 4022J

57 109787X

58 121305X

59 121264X

60 12!549X

61 120960X

--- 124555X

--- i01539X

Screw- Tap. Flex Hd. No. !0 -

24 UNC x !/2 Type T

Clamp - Hose

Lockwasher 1/4

Nut - Hex Jam t/4 - 20

Bolt-Hex 1/4 - 20 x 1/2 Gr. 5

Nut-Keps, Hex 1/4- 20

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

Nut-Hex 1/4 - 20

Washer .. Lock t/4 Ext. Tooth

Lockwasher !/4

Fuse - 30 Amp.

Ammeter

Loop - Wire

Clip - Insulated

Diode Assembly

Switch PTO

Nut-Hex

Bezel, Ignition

Switch Seat

Cap Battery

Decal Battery

Decal, Battery

Owner's Manual (English)

Sheet, Instruction - _racier

15° Slope (English)

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9!7=254450 & 917.250020

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

_. 91

95 //_ 98

110

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR ° = MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 9!7o250020

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches-

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY

NO, NO. NO,

I 120066X Seat 5 8

2 121294X Pan - Seat 5 9

3 105513X Bracket _ Pivot - Seat 60

4 I05529X Bolt - Shoulder 5/16 - 18 6 !

5 124238X Cap * Spring 6 2

6 ST0541431 Nut- Lock 5/16- 18 6 3

7 STD541437 Nut - Lock 3/8- 16 64

8 123784X Fender 6 6

9 106202>( Reflector- Rear 6 7

10 I05801X Decal 68

tl 17490612 Screw. Flex Washer Thd. Roll 70

3/8-16 x 3/4 71

12 19131312 Washer 13/32x 13/t6x 12Ga. 72

13 ST0523707 _Bolt, Hex. 3/8-16x 3/4 73

t4 10551 IX Strap - Fender 74

15 19171912 Washer !/,'32 x 13/16x ;'2 Ga 75

17 108885X Guard. Muffler 76

18 121246X Bracket, Switch - Seat 77

19 I24181X Compression - Spring R.H. 78

20 105531X Nut, Push 79

21 105509X Bracket- Fender 80

22 123934X Scale, Height Indicator 81

23 I06020X Tank - Fuel 82

24 123549)( Cap- Fuel 83

25 123487X Clamp - Hose

26 8542R Line -Fuet 84

27 106082X Pad- Spacer 85

28 12127"7)( Chassis Assembly 86

29 123785X Drawbar 87

30 124118X Panel- Dash - L.H. 88

31 121794X Cover, Access 89

32 110828X Panel. Dash o R.H. 90

33 105525)( Bracket- Support- Dash 91

34 123933X394 Pointer, Height Indicator 92

35 105465X Footrest- L.H. 93

36 105464X Footrest. R.H. 94

37 STD533707 *Bolt, Cart. 3/&lB x 3/4 95

38 105466X Pad, Footrest 96

39 1 I0923X Bracket - Clutch - Mower 97

40 3645,/ Bushing 98

41 105567)( Decal- 6 Speed 44"" 99

42 2751R Clip - Insulated 100

3 110436X Grommet, Split 10!

4 4 105839X Receptacle 102

5 105838X Retainer 103

6 123650X Stud - 1/4 Turn 104

7 108105X Shield - Heat 105

_8 109015X Bracket o Pivot - L.H, 106

19 109016X Bracket - Pivot - R.H. 107

3 0 106013X017 Hood 108

51 123935X Plug, Hole 109

52 73680400 Nut - Crewnlock !/4_20 110

54 108067X Pal - Nut J

5 5 10552BX Grill

6 105806X Decal. Grill

7 I05568X Decal -Stnpe _ 37

_TANDARD HA RDWARE-PURCHASE LOCALL Y

®7

A B ¢ D E F G

®,

H U

87 74

@;, 88

1 inch = 25.4 mm

PART

NO.

121248X

12 t249)(

121250X

! o84o3x

!08410x

!06091X

1o6090x

o6o03x

106004x

110897X

108512x

1o85122:

4900J

109199x

STD523707

8710J

t t0350X

S T0522505

235R

1 !050600

106813X

106814X

106974X

17490608

19131616

19131614

19060718

t 06909X

1069!0X

108402X

t21251X

72170410

120068X

121 t44X

5320R

123976X

STD511005

73951000

4171R

123825X

ST0523710

126312X

10100800

74640806

7478O516

19112410

STDE51131

120529)(

9151R

12059 7X

750211

K L

_74 _ 74

,79

_96

Q97

DESCRIPTION

Bushing, Snap

Spacer, Split

Spring, Compression

Panel Side - R.H.

Panel Side L.H

Hinge . R.H.

Hinge L.H

Lens R.H

Lens - L H

Bezel - Head/i_h t

Bracket - Pivot. R.H.

Bracket . Pivot- L.H.

Decal • C/utch/Brake

Decal - Drive Bett

Bott• Hex 3/8-16 x 3/4

Stem. Tank, Fuel

Strap Assernblv . Grit!

Bo/t - Hex 7 4 -20x t 2

Clip. Insulated

Washer. Lock, Ext. Tooth 3/8

Decal - Stripe, Side Panel, L.H.

Decal ÷Stn_oe, Side Panel, R.H.

Decal- Caution

Bolt, Hex Washer Thread Rolling

3/8-16x 1/2

Washer 13/32 x ! x 16 Ga.

Washer 13,,'32 x 1 x 14 Ga

Washer 3/16 x 7/16 x 18 Ga.

Screw- Special

U-Clip

Str#, Foam

Bolt, Carr. !/4 - 20 x 1-1/4

Knob, Seat

Shoulder Bolt

Ctip . Insulated

Nut, Flex Large Flange

Screw _ Sltd. Pan Head/€10 - 24 x 1/4

Nut, Keps 010 _ 24

Ch#. Insulated

Console, Shifter

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8o 16 UNC x 1

Decal, Hood

Washer, Lock

Screw #8 x 3/8

Bolt, Hex 5/16.18 UNC x 1

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

Washer, Lock

Washer, Nylon

Grommet

Pal Nut

Decal, U,S.A.

N 0 Q R S

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917.250020

DRIVE

111

1 tlo

108

D 0

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR ,. - MODEL NUMBER 917,254450 & 917.250020

DR_VE

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 121327X

2 12000004

3 2228M

4 1232"97>(

STD533107

19111214

71208

125860X

9 126197X

10 100229L

11 17490628

12 STD541437

14 I08373X

17 123796X

19 106933)(

20 12378 IX

21 I05701X

22 19171216

23 STD561210

24 17490612

25 105730X

26 STD523710

27 19131312

28 STD541437

29 8883R

30 122424X

31 157214

32 STD551062

34 123792X

35 126112X

36 123788X

37 I09070X

38 44702

39 123674X

40 STD523727

41 123795X

42 STD551143

43 74[610764

44 123791X

46 123776X

47 120183X

48 71040412

49 STD551025

51 STD54143t

52 7,_780544

53 123787X

54 123780)(

55 123794X

56 STD561210

57 125637X

58 123786X

59 124236X

60 126909X

6I STD551037

62 123800X

63 123102X

64 STD533707

DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO,

Pulley, Transaxle (Driven) 65 123766X Pulley, idler

Ring, Retainer 66 123789X Arm, ldtar

Key, Weodruff 4'9 67 123205X Retainer, Belt

Transaxte, 6_Speed, Tecumseh 68 STD523715 * Bolt, Hex 3/8 - 16 x 1- I/2

Model No. 143.820- 016 69 110812X Washer, Hardened

Bett, Hex 5/16- 18 x 3/4 70 12000039 Ring, Ctip

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. 7I 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch

Bushing, Rod, Steering 72 105710X Link, Clutch

Engine, Briggs & Straiten 18 HP 73 73530400 Nut 1/4 * 28

Model No. 422707, Type 1227_ 01 74 124559X Centrot, Throttle

Washer 15/32 x 1-3/4 x 1/4 75 17720410 Screw, Hex, Thread Cutting

Tube Assembly, Exhaust 1/4 - 20 x 5/8

Screw, Hex Wsh. Thdrol 3/8 - 16 x 1 3/8 76 59192 Cap, Valve

Nu_, Keps 3/8- I6 77 65139 Stem, Valve

Muiller 78 126609X 7qre, Rear

V-Be#, Drive 79 7154J Tube (Not furnished with

Knob Tractor)

Rod, Shifter 80 124074)( Rim

Washer, Shi# Plate 81 108097% Spacer, Split

Washer 17/32x3/4 x 16 Ca. 82 108236X Bracket, Switch

Pin, Cotter I/8 x 1 83 12000053 E.Ring

Screw, Hex Washer ltd. Thd. 84 I04757X Cap Hub, Rear

Rol!. 3/8 - 16 x 3/4 85 9396E Key Square 1/4 x 2

Keeper, Bolt, Engine 86 121218X Keeper, Belt, Engine

Bolt, Hex 3/8- 16xl 87 17490624 Bolt,/Vex, Washer, Thread

Washer t3/32 x 13/16 x12Ga. Rolling 3/8 * 16 x 1- 1/2

Leeknut 3/8-16 88 19212016 Washer 21/32 x 1 _ I/4x 16 Ga.

Cowr, Feet Pedal 89 STD523707 Bolt Hex 3/8 _ 16 x 3/4

Shaft, Foot Pedal 90 105706X Bearing

Pin, Roll 3/t6 x 1 91 12000008 Ring, Ktip

Washer 21/82 x I x 16 Ga. 92 123772X Shaft Assembfy, Shifter

Keeper, Bolt, Transaxle, R,H. 93 123782X Spring, Torsion

Clutch, Electric 94 STD551237 Washer, Lock, Ext. Tooth 3/8

Retainer, Belt 97 STD541437 Locknut 3/8 - t6

Keeper, Be# 98 109!69X Retainer Assernbly, Clutch

Spacer 101 17490512 Screw, Hex, Washer, Thd.

Idler, Fiat Roiling 5/t6-18 x 3/4

Bolt, Hex 3/8 - 16 x 2 - 3/4 102 2751R Clip, Fuel Line

Pulley, Engine 103 !23793X Rod, Tie

Washer, Lock 7/16 104 100091X Spark Arrester Kit

Bolt, Rex 7/16-20x4 105 110422X Spring, Brake Return

Keeper, Be#, Transaxle, LH. 106 4497H Clip, Hair Pin

Bracket Transaxle, R.H. 107 105953X Duct, Air Intake

Bearing Nylon 108 13280336 Nipple, Pipe

Be#, Hex 1/4 _ 28 x 3/4 109 STD522507 Bolt, Hex 1/4 - 20 x 3/4

Washer g/32 x 3/4 x I6 Ga. 110 STD551125 * Washer, Lock 1/4

Lock,nut 5/16 - 18 1 t I : 8545J Gasket

Be& Hex S/16-18 x 2- 3/4 ' 112 13200300 Elbow, Pipe STD 90 °

S_r_o, Torque 113: 74760516 Be& Hex S/16 - 18 UNC x !

Bracket, Transaxle, L.H. 114 19111212 Washer11/32 x 3/4 x12 G&

Shift Arm 1t5 STD541431 Nut, Crewnfock S/16- 18

Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 116 STD601005 Screw, Tap Hex Hd. #t0 - 24 x 1/2

Rod, Brake, Park

Rod, Brake

Cap, Plunger

Spring, Rod,, Brake

Washer 13,'32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga_ * STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE LOCALLY

Washer 1_1/32 x 1 - 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Brad{et,C/u_ch NOTE: Art component dimensions given in U,S. inches -

Bolt, Carriage 3/8 - 16 x 314

I inch = 25.4 mm

A B D E F G H J

@=8

K L M N O

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917,250020

STEERING ASSEMBLY

• 24 61

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917.250020

STEERmNG ASSEMBLY.

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRtPTION

NO. NO, NO. NO.

l 105810X Decal - Cap, Steemng Wheel 46 73901000

2 !007 IOL Insert, Steerinfl Wheel 47 17490508

3 73940800 _Nut, Top Lock 1/2 _20UNF

4 100712K Washer 48 105656>(

5 1007!3N Wheel, Steering 49 105654X

6 100711L *Adapter Steering Wheel 50 121749X

7 110709X Column - Steering 51 121334X

8 120028X Dash 52 STD551131

9 124S57X011 Dash Plate 53 STD541131

10 109816X Ny/iner, Snap-In 54 3366R

11 17490608 Screw, Hex Washer Thd. Rolling 55 124032X

3/8-16x 1/2 56 STD551137

t2 121748)( Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8x 16 Ga. 57 STD541137

13 124041X Shaft, Steering 58 1554J

16 124036X Bracket, Steering 59 17431008

17 124037>( Gear, Pinion 60 I04757X

18 17490612 Screw, Hex Washer Thd. Roiling 6t 2751R

3/8-16x 3/4 62 STD541037

19 124033>( Shaft, Pitman 63 121232X

20 12000029 Kh_o Ring 64 59192

2I 6266H Bearing, Thrust 65 65139

22 124034X Gear. Sector 66 6855M

24 105518)< Dash, Lower 67 9040H

25 74180512 Screw, Crown Truss Hd. 68 106732X

5/16-18x 3/4 69 106222X

26 STD541431 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 71 108456X

27 123783X012 Saddle 72 59904

28 STD541437 Nut, Lock 3/8-16 73 72! 10622

29 STD523120 *Bolt, Hex 5/16.18 x 2 74 121235X

30 121236)( Spacer 75 19131416

31 106001X Support Plate, Battery 77 STD5!2507

32 STD523707 *Bolt, Hex 3/8-16x 3/4 78 19091216

33 57079 Washer 79 73510400

34 124035X Shaft, Support 80 19272016

35 126684X Washer 5/8x 1/4x 16 Ga, 82 122819X

36 121525X Control, Choke 84 19111216

38 STD551237 Washer, Lock,/nt,/Ext. Tooth 3/8 86 STD551125

39 72110608 Bolt, Carriage 87 7107"0410

40 108075>( Axle, Front

41 105663X Support, Saddle, Rear

42 74761060 Bolt, Hex 5/8-11 x 3-3/4

43 105664X Support, Saddle, Front

45 110438)( Spacer Bearinq, Front Axle

A B C D E F

®2s

Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8- ! 1

Screw, Hex Washer Thd. Roiling

5/t6- I8 x I,/2

Spindle, L, H,

Spindle, R, H,

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

Rod, Tie

*Washer, Lock 5/16

"/Vut, Hex 5/16-24

Bearing

Link, Drag

*Washer, Lo_K 3/8

*Nut, Hex 3/8-24

Bushing, Steering

Screw, Hex No. 10-16x 1/2

Cap, Hub, Front

Clip, Fuel Line

"Nut, Hex 3/8. 16

Spindle, Cap

Cap, Valve

Stem, Valve

Fitting, Grease

Bearing

Rim, 6" Front

Tire, Front

Decat_ Instructions, Operating

Tube, Tire, Front

Bolt, Carriage Hex 3/8-16 x 2 3/4

Spacer

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga,

*Screw. Pan Head 1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x I6 Ga,

Nut. Keps 1/4 /VC

Washer 27/32 x I-1/4 x 16 Ga

Screw, Special 3/8 - I6 x 3/4

Washer ! 1/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Lockwasher 1/4

Screw, Socket Flex 1/4 x 20 x 5/8

"STANDARD HARDWARD..PURCHASE LOCALL Y

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

G N j K L Z

@SO .z&_38 @ 7'8

@ 75

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917,250020

UFT ADJUSTMENT

B C 26

32 _ __[f" "_" 29

21 "

20 16

REPAIR PARTS

MOWER18HP GARDEN TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER 917.254450

A B

_51 ?52

C D

_7"Z

" 28

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - o MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917.250020

LIFT ADJUSTMENT

k<EY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. NO, NO.

1 121891X Knob, Depth Adjustment 21 t24516X

2 110807X Nut Hex Special 22 110448X

3 t 10729X Rod - Adjust - Lift 23 110447X

4 STD560907 * Pin - Cotter 3/32 x 1/2 24 73710700

5 2876H Spring 25 12000037

19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 26 I05864X

7 STD541437 * Nut- Lock 3/8 - 16 27 121252X

19151216 Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 28 121598X

? 1108IOX Trunnion 29 9135R

! O 105848X Bolt, Shoulder3/8- 16 30 106308X

11 125631X Grip- Handle 32 STD541050

12 !22364X Plunger- Lever 33 121599X

13 t21004X Lever - Lift (Includes Key No. 34 12000022

17) 35 STD533710

_4 110739X Spring Washer 36 STD533707

_5 73980600 Center Lock Flangenut 3/8 x 16 37 19292016

_6 4939M Retainer- Spring 38 STD54!237

!7 121006X Rod- Lever 39 STD541343

_8 4921H Retainer- Spring 40 74780624

'9 19171516 Washer17/32 x 15/16x 16 Ga. 41 122365X

?0 110029X Link - Lift

DESCRIIPTJON

Shaft- Lift

Link- Lift, Adjust

Trunnion- Lift

Nut Lock 7/I6 - 20 UNF

Kfip Ring

Bracket- Suspension

Upstop Mower

Arm - Suspension - R.H.

Retainer Spring

Trunnion - Lift - Lower

Nut- Hex Fin. 1/2 - 13

Arm - Suspension - L.H.

E-Ring

Bolt - Carriage 3/8 - t6 x 1

Bolt Carriage 3/8 - 16 x 3/4

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

Nut., Hex Jam 3/8- 16

Nut - Hex Jam 7/16-20

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

Button- Plunger

"STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE LOCALLY

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

1 inch = 25.4 mrn

A B C D

14©7Q7

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.254450

MOWER

KEY PART DESCRiPTiON KEY PART

NO. NO. NO, NO.

1 STD541437 *

2 19131614

3 121316X

4 102403X

5 I06902X

6 677A451

7 106513X

8 121425X

9 !09776X

10 106523X

11 106522X

12 t21236X

._3 STD551037 *

14 121658)(

_15 106214X

!6 106085X

17 STD54 t037

18 STD551137

19 I02932X

20 106526X

21 7644J

22 121705X

24 106511X

25 105662X

26 4921H

27 105744X

28 t09835X

29 106512X

30 108119X

3t STD551137

32 8418J

33 121423X

34 I05304X

35 106734X

36 110452X

37 109743X

38 109785X

39 t21349X

Nut - LOCk3/8- 16 40 19111016

Washer 13/32x 1 x t4 Ga. 41

Pulley Idler 42 106735X

Pulley, Idler 43 I06635X

Spacer 44 STD623715

Pulley Idler 45 19132012

Washer- Wear 46 7631J

Arm- Idler 47 123807X

Pin- Pivot

Bar Support - Idler 48 123808X

Brace- Idler- Deck

Spacer 49 t06223X

Washer, 13/32 X 13/16 X 16 50 I05!85X

Ga. 51 STD5337!7

Mandrel- Secondary 52 STD5337t0

Guard 53 STD5337_5

V Belt 54 STD523712

Nut, Hex 3/8 - 16 55 STD533107

Washer- Lock 3/8 56 STD551031

Idler_ Flat 57 STD541431

Arm - Idler - Deck 58 STD523730

Spring- Extension 59 74110632

Mandrel- Primary 61 19111216

Bracket Lift L.H. 62 STD523150

Link Parallel 65 STD533107

Retainer- Spring

Pin, Front Hinge 66 174906 I2

Pin, Rear Hinge

Bracket Lift - R.H. 67 STD533707

GuardBelt- R.H. 68 102727X

Washer, Lock Hvy. HeL Spring 69 STD541437

Runner- R. H. 70 STD533!07

Housing - Mower 72 1685H

Cap Sleeve 75 72140620

Spring 76 19131210

Nut. Push 77 STD533106

Bracket- Deflector 78 121352X

Guard - Discharge 79 721!0505

Decal- Warning 80 I25728X _

DESCRIPTION

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

Decal OPEl ( not serviced)

Rod Hinge

Blade

* Bolt- Hex 3/8 - 24 x 1- 1/2 Gr. 5

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

Runner- L.H.

Bracket Suspension, Rear-

R.H.

Bracket - Suspension, Rear-

L.H.

Decal- V-Belt - Schematic

Instruction - Caution Decal

* Bolt - Carriage 3/8 - 16 x 1- 3/4

* Bolt - Carriage 3/8 - 16 x t

* Bolt Carriage 3/8 16 x 1oI/2

* Bolt _ Flex 3/8 o 16 x 1 - 1/4

* Bolt- Carriage5/16- 18x3,'4

* Washer 11/32 x 1 !/16x I6 Ga.

* Nut - Lock 5/16- !8

* Bolt- Hex3/8- 16x3

Screw - Flat Head 3/8- 16 x 2

Washer 11/32 x 3/4x 16 Ga.

" Bolt- Hex5/16 18x5

* Bolt - Carriage 5/16 - t8 x 5/8

UNC x 3/4

Screw - Flex Washer Thread

Rolling 3/8 16 x 3/4

* Bolt - Carriage 3/8 - 16x 3/4

Spring- Extension

* Nut - Centertock 3/8 - 16

* Bolt - Carriage 5/16 - 18 x 3/4

Nut - Lock 5/16- 18

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

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x !0 Ga.

Washer, 13/32 X 7/8 X 10 Ga.

Keeper- L.H. Mandrel

Bolt_ Carriage5!16- 18X5/8

Mower Deck, Complete

* STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE LOCALLY

L M N O P Q

57 ®61 _57 @56

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

t inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917.250020

TRANSAXLE PEERLESS o - MODEL NUMBER 143-820-016

77 22

11A

7'8

/ /

67 8A /

32A

REPAIR PARTS

!8 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917o250020

TRANSAXLE PEERLESS-= MODEL NUMBER 143-820-e16

Part

No.

7700_

778253

778211

778240

778_)01

_8202

775203

7782O4

778239

7782O7

778216

778246

784216

786123

786082

776291

778245

786121

786122

776275

778247

7£0843

792138

780084

78804O

780051

78007t

786081

780072

780155

792077

780139

792078

792079

792073

792129

780108

780119

780128

780050

792128

788077

788042

780166

Part Name

Case, Transaxle

Gear, Spur (15 teeth)

Gear, Spur (12 teeth)

Gear, Spur (18 teeth)

Gear, Spur (25 teeth)

Gear, Spur (28 teeth)

G_t_r, Spur (31 teeth)

Gear, Spur (19 teeth)

Gear, Spur (22 teeth)

Gear, Spur (25 teeth)

Gear, Spur (32 teeth)

Gear, Spur (37 teeth)

Gear, Spur (41 teeth)

Gear, Bevef (33 teeth)

Collar, Shift

Sprocket ( 18 teeth)

Sprocket 19 teeth)

Shaft, Counter (w/9 tooth gear)

Bevel Pinion, Input (13 teeth)

Spacer, Neturaf 1_350/.340 thick)

Spacer, Natural (.275/,268 thick)

Shaft, Output (9 teeth)

Gear, Output (35 teeth)

Disk, {3rake

Key

Bearing, Thrust

Ring, Retaining

WaSher, Thrust

Bearing, Thrust

Chain, Roller (No. 41 chain, 24 links)

Washer, Thrust

Bearing, Needle

Ball, Steel

Washer, Thrust

Screw, Set, 3/8-16 x 3/8

Spring

Screw, Flanged hex hd. thread-

forming, I/4-20 x 1-1/4

Screw, Hex hd. threadforming,

5/16-18 x 7-1/4

Washer, Thrust

Bearing, Ball

Washer, Thrust

Bearing, Ba_I

Washer, Rat

"O" Ring

Seal, Oil

Washer, Cupped

Ref.

NO.

57A

Part

No. Pa_ Name

788131

7887_

772O98

784342

775274

775313

790007

790006

786026

792075

790047

792073

792085

790025

778197

778198

786019

786027

774833

774834

778248

780107

780042

792018

792020

792006

774832

774831

792074

788067

786086

780153

788144

780150

780152

792001

786142

788O71

780049

786143

780151

786145

788070

780031

Cap, Bearing

Washer, Flat

Cover, Transexle

Rod 8 Fork Assy,, Shift

Shaft, Input

Shaft, Brake (4 Keyed)

Prate, Brake pad

Pad, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Locknut, 5It6-24

Washer, Flat

Lever, Brake

Screw, Flanged hex hd. thread-

forming, f/4-20 x 1-1/4

Screw, Flanged hex hd. thread-

forming, 114-20 x 2_1!4

Holder, Brake pad

Pinion, Differential bevel

Gear, Bevel

Pin, Drive

B(eck, Drive

Carrier, Differential (Threaded holes)

Carrier, Differential

Gear, Ring (31 teeth)

Washer

Washer, Thrust

Ring, Snap

Screw, Hex hd., t/4-20 x 2-1/4

Lockwasher, 1/4"

Axle I12-5/!6" _ong)

Axle 116-3/16" long)

Plug, Hex hd., 9/16-18 thread

Spacer

Bracket, Brake lever

Washer

Sleeve (stepped)

Bearing, Needle

Bearing, Needte (capped)

"O" Ring

Sleeve {stepped)

Ring, Square cut

Bearing, Needle (capped)

Sleeve (stepped)

Beat_ng, Needle (capped)

Sleeve (stepped)

Ring, Square cut

Bearing, Needle

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

I inch = 25.4 ram.

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917.250020

ENGINE BRIGGS AND STRATTON - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1228-01

CYLINDER, CRANKSHAFT AND ENGINE _ASE GROUP

_\8

5 7 8

//t8

: EPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917.250020

_NGINE BRIGGS AND STRATTON = MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1228=01

CYLINDER, CRANKSHAFT AND ENGINE BASE GROUP

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO. NO. NO,

I 90576

2 89838

4 27803

5 92791

6 222892

7 93722

8 94382

9 224362

t0 93777

! 1 93559

12 492656

_3 90887

_4 270981

_5 212455

_6 261463

r7 213316

',8 493458

9 94565

?1 93686

?2 92290

73 393415

74 260924

_5 394959

75 394960

_5 39496.1

_5 394962

_6 394955

>.6 394956

'6 394957

'6 394958

_7 299691

'7 391286

'8 394348

'9 222773

0 394306

OTE:

92909

220863

291675

91084

393552

271868

27! 142

27t 188

271189 "

Nut - Flex 8 - 32

Wrench, Spark Plug

Gasket - Valve Cover

Washer - Lock, Shakeproof

Cover - Breather Cylinder No. 2

Terminal- Spade

Screw- Sem

Ba rite - Air

Screw- Flex Head (Back Plate to

Cylinder)

Screw- Sem

Housing - Blower

Screw- Crankcase Cover Mtg. Sere

NOTE: USES 92228 LOCKWASHER

* Gasket - Crankcase

Cover Plate - Crankcase

+Seat- Intake Valve (Standard)

+Seat - Exhaust Valve (Standard)

Head - Cylinder No, 2

Screw- Cylinder Head

Screw- Flex Head (10- 32 x 5/8)

Washer- Lock (No. 10 x 1/16 x 3/64)

Oil Slinger Assembly

Lock - Piston Pin

Ring Set - Piston (Standard)

Ring Set - Piston (.010"0.S.

Ring Set - Piston (,020" O,S.

Ring Set - Piston (.030" O.S.

Piston Assembly (Standard)

(Inc. Key Nos, 24 & 25)

Piston Assembly (.010" O.S.

Piston Assembly (.020" O,S.

Piston Assembly (.030" O,S.

Pin Assembly - Piston (Standard)

(Inc. Key No. 24)

Pin Assembly _ Piston (.005"" O.S.)

Gear- Governor

Washer- Thrust

Rod Assembly - Connecting

(Inc. Key Nos. 31 & 32)

NOTE: FOR CONNECTING ROD

WITH .020"" UNDERSIZE CRANKPIN

BORE, ORDER NO. 397158

Screw _ Connecting Rod

Washer

Seal- Oil

Plug- Oil Drain

Base Assembly. Crankcase

*Gasket. Cylinder Head No. 2

"Gasket- Crankcase Co vet ( 1/64" th ic k)

"Gasket- Crankcase Cover (.005" thick)

"Gasket- Crankcase Cover (.009" thick)

All component dimensions given in U,S. inches,

1 inch = 25.4 ram.

38 222698

39 93585

40 94296

41 491287

42 262331

43 262332

44 491530

45 223882

46 394501

47 271157

48 94166

49 212337

50 222875

51 280224

52 271170

53 394020

54 394394

55 390420

56 261528

57 231445

58 393606

59 26828

60 292260

61 93630

62 221596

63 65906

64 261368

65 394028

66 261961

67 49_30

68 230318

69 802592

70 66538

72 280225

73 394358

74 493457

75 271867

76 491304

77 399265

78 391086

79 391115

80 299146

81 93053

82 393370

83 93496

84 223890

85 221535

Key- Flywheel

Screw- Hex Hd. Sem

Retainer- E-Ring

Foam Seal - Governor Shaft

Upper Bushing - Governor

Lower Bushing _ Governor

Crank - Governor

Washer _ Governor Crank (Inside)

Gasket Set

Sea! - Filler Tube

Screw- Hex Head

Gear- Cam

Clamp - Oit Filler

Tube - Oil Filler

Seal - Oil Filler Cap

Cap and Dipstick _ Oil F/tier

Dipstick and Tube Assembly !tnc. Key

Nos. 47, 48, 50, 51, 52 & 53)

Valve- Exhaust

Valve- Intake

Gear- Timing

Seat Assembtv and Retainer

Spring. Exhaust Valve

Rotocoil- Exhaust Valve

Reta;7_er. Exhaust Valve Rotocoi/

Retainer -/ntake Valve

Spring- Intake Valve

Tappet. Valve "

Crankshaft

NOTE. ORDER NO. 94196 FOR

TIMING GEAR RETAINING DEVICE

+Guide. Exhaust Valve

NOTE: 231218 GUIDE INTAKE

(BRASS)

Cylinder Assemb!y (Inc. Key No. 68)

Connector, Impulse Pump

Ptug - Spark (Resistor)Champmn RJ 12

or equivalent

Elbow- Spark Plug

Tube Breather

Filter - Fuel (In Fuel Lioe to Tank)

Head - Cylinder No. 1

*Gasket- Cylinder

Back Plate Assembly

+Bearing- Cylinder

Seat. Oil

Wire. Ground

Line. Fuet (28"'cut to required length)

(Inc. Key No, 81)

Clamp. Fuet Line

Breather Assembly No. 1

Screw. Hex Head

Bracket- Choke Cable

Clamp - Casing

"INCL UDED IN GASKET SET 394501

+SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED TO INSTAL L

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917.250020

ENGINE BRIGGS AND STRATTON = MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1228o01

AIR CLEANER - CARBURETOR GROUP

57 50 49

55 56

54 65

EPAIR PARTS

t 8 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917.250020

_NGINE BRiGGS AND STRATTON = MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1228-01

#,tR CLEANER - CARBURETOR GROUP

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO. NO. NO.

I 212706

2 94289

3 223579

4 271271

5 224039

94166

398826

491429

9 491541

'0 271411

' 1 93499

'2 223534

'4 392673

'5 271607

'6 298514

7 94152

8 491543

9TE:

231209

22 t 939

271412

93897

93971

28O997

270884

93208

93970

262684

280319

213290

93949

26235 t

491297

92278

222289

261563

93853

Knob _Air Cleaner 38 262683

Nut -/Vex 39 491282

Cover - Air Cleaner 40 393815

Element _ Air Cleaner

Mounting Strap Assembly- Air 4 t 93053

Cleaner 42 397882

Screw_ Flex Head 43 280474

Body _Air Cleaner 44 491538

Carburetor Assembly (/nc. Key Nos. 45 392672

9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 46 271013

19. 20, 42. 43. 44, 45, 46. 47, 48. 49, 47 28157

50,51.52.53.54,55,56,57,62&63) 48 91920

Body Assembly _ Upper Carburetor 49 270988

Gasket - Air Cleaner 50 261358

Screw- Throttte and Choke 51 221377

Valve - Choke 52 261395

Shaft and Lever. Choke 53 223688

+ Gasket _ Carburetor Body 54 93829

Float - Carburetor 55 271025

Screw- Flex Head Sere (10- 32 x 3/4) 56 270989

Body - Lower Carburetor (tnc, Key 57 280197

No& 11, 19,20,45&46j 58 394501

Bushing - Throttle Shaft 59 394019

Valve- Throttle 60 223472

÷ _Gasket - Carburetor and Intake Elbow 61 223714

Screw- Sem 62 230896

Screw_ Hex Head 63 394683

Crank - Befl 64 271013

_Gasket _ Intake Manifold Mounting 65 231338

Screw- Intake Manifold Mounting 66 490207

Screw- Hex Head 67 262375

Link- Throttle 71 393397

Spacer- Carburetor 72 491539

Manifold Assembly _ In take 73 94298

Screw- Sem 74 223882

Spring- Governor 75 262337

Lever Assembly - Governor (tnc. Key 75 94297

Nos. 34, 35 & 37) 77 262539

Nut. Hex (10- 24)

Washer

Spring- Governor Idle

Bolt _ Governor Lever

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

I inch = 25.4 mmo

Link - Governor

Plate Assembly _ Governor Control

impulse Line and Ctamp Assembly

(Inc. Key No. 41)

Clamp . Fuel Line

Plug and Sea!, Solenoid

O-Rmg Seal

+ Valve Assembly - Carburetor Idle

Shaft and Lever- Throttle

÷Washer - Choke Shaft

Spring- Throttle Adjustment

Screw - Machine Fill. Hd. (8 • 32 x 5/8)

x Diaphragm

x Sp ring

x Cap - Sp ring

x Spring - Pump

Cover- Diaphragm

Screw- Diaphragm - Damping

x Gasket _ Carburetor Pump

x Diaphragm - Damping

Body - Pump

Gasket Set

Cartridge. Air Cleaner

Plug- Welch

Ca rtridge Pta te - Air Ctean er

+Pin . Float Hinge

+ Valve - Fuel tn/et

Washer

°Jet -Needie V3[ve (Fixed)

Crank - Bell

Link

Repair Kit _ Pump

Overhaul Kit - Carburetor

Nut - Square

Washer

Spring - Compression

Screw* Pan Head

Spring, Gov, Control

_tNCLUDED IN GASKET SET 394501

+INCLUDED IN CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

491539

x tNCL UDED IN CA RBURE TOR 0 VERHA UL Kt T

491539 AND PUMP REPAIR KIT 393397

_HIGH AL TfTUDE -- JET NEEDLE

VALVE -- PART NO, 231333

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917o254450 & 917o250020

ENGINE BRIGGS AND STRATTON - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1228=01

ALTERNATOR AND STARTER MOTOR GROUP

_40

EPAJR PARTS

18 HP GARDEN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254450 & 917.250020

_GINE BRIGGS AND STRATTON = MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1228-01

LTERNATOR AND STARTER MOTOR GROUP

(EY PART DESCRiPTiON KEY PART DESCRIPTION

dO. NO. NO. NO.

1 94326

2 222673

3 230674

4 222511

5 223726

6 491179

393537

392595

93621

391362

19203

394891

93381

221798

394970

93163

222849

222734

222846

Screw- Sere 21 222848

Screen - Flush Rotating 24 394808

Nut - Hex

Washer_ Spring 25 395537

Rerainer- Fan

Flywheel and Ring Gear Assembly - 26 395538

Magneto 27 393825

Diode and Connector Assembly 28 94003

Stator- Alternator (Dual Circuit) 29 390837

(tnc, Key No, 8) 30 394860

Screw- Sere 31 90-366

Gear - Flywheel Ring (Includes 32 91162

Mounting Parts) 33 280104

Puller - Flywheel (Optional Accessory) 34 398003

Armature Group (Inc. Key Nos. 15, 35 94288

16 & 38) 36 490421

Screw. Armature Mounting Sere

Terminal- Ignition Cable 37 490467

Trigger Col! Assembly Magnatron

Ignition 38 394988

Screw- Sem 39 280815

Cover- Air Guide 40 93535

Shield- Cylinder 41 491546

Sbie/d _ Cylinder 42 94137

Cover - Air Guide

Motor. Starting (Inc. Key Nos. 25, 26,

27, 28, 29, 30, 33, 34, 35, 36 & 37)

Commutator End Cap Assembly Starter

(Inc. Key No, 26)

Brush Set

Housing Assembly

Thru Bolt

Armature Assembly (Motor)

Drive End Cap Assembly - Starter

Lock washer

Screw. Hex Head (5/16- !8x 1-1,/2)

Gear _ Starter

Clutch Assembly - Starter

Roll Pin

Pinion Spring Kit (inc.

Key Nos. 33 & 35)

Starter Drive Group (/nc. Key

Nos. 33, 34, 35 & 36)

Armature Assembly,

Fan -Flvwhee/

Screw- Sere

Regulator, Aflemator

Screw, Regulator

NOTE: AI_component dimensions given in U,S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 rnrn.

AHachments That Add to the Usefulness of Your Craftsman Garden Tractor

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these are listed bebw with brief explanations of

how they can help you. This list was current at the time of publication: however, it may change in future years -- more

attachments may be added, changes (including changes in the stock number) may be made in these attachments, or

some may no !onger be available.

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

designed for easy attaching and detaching. You may order these attachments at most Sears retail stores, catatog sales

offices, and through the catalog.

LAWN SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and Jeaves.

Stock No.

71-24030 30-in.

71-24032 32-in.

71-24033 High-Performance 32 in.

71-24038 38-in.

Path

Capacity

9.0 cu. ft.

i0.0 cu. ft.

11.5 cu. ft.

12.5 cu. ft.

LAWN VACS for powerful co{lections of heavy grass clippings and leaves. Alt accept Wand attachment to pick up debris

in hard-to-reach places.

Stock No. Engine Capacity Atso Required

71-2455 3HP 8 bu. 71-26471 chute

71-2452 3HP t2 bu. 7I -26471 chute

71-2447 5HP 25bu. 71-24474 chute

CARTS make hauling easy.

Stock No. Size Capacity

71-24353 4 cu. ft. 400 lb. Dump cart

71-24354 10 cu. ft. t ,000 _b. Hauling cart

71-24355 10 cu. ft° 1,000 lb. Dump cart

71o24356 14 cu. ft. 1,250 lb. Dump cart

71-24357 17 cu. ft. 1,500 Ib. Dump cart

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18 inch diameter water-tight drum ho_ds up to 390 lb. of weight.

Rounded edges prevent harm to tuff. Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum. Stock number 71-24084.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, t'ertilizing, and weed kilting easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular

de-icers and sand.

7t-24194

71_24394

Drop type, 36 inch. 12 in. semi.-pneumatic wheeJs. 100 lb. capcity stee! hopper.

Broadcasts over a 5 to 8 foot swath. 70 lb. capacity steel hopper. Noncorrosive spreading spinner,

nylon gear box, stainless steel shaft.

71-24395 Broadcasts 8 to 10 foot swath. 160 lb. capacity.( covers 40,000sq. ft.)No-rust poiypropylene hopper

and impeller. Vinyl hopper cover.

71-2416 Broadcasts 6 to 8 foot swath. 50 lb. capac_y. Corrosion-resistant construction. Polyethylene hopper.

CORING AERATOR takes small ptugs out of soil to allow moisture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 36-inch swath. 24

hardened steel coring tips. 150 lb. capacity weight tray. Stock number 71-24351

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Tapered 2.5" stee! spikes mounted on 10-in. diameter discs

puncture holes in soil at close intercals to let moisture soak it. Steel weight tray for increased penetration. Stock number

71-2435.

DETHATCHER loosens and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pick up. Twenty spring tine teeth.

Useful to prepare bare areas for reseeding. 40 inch rear mount: Stock number 71-24313. 38 inch front mount: Stock

number 7!-24301.

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DO electric motor that connects to the tractor battery or other 12-volt source, includes booms for

automatic spraying when pulling, and hand hetd wand for spot spraying. Wand has adjustable spray pattern. For applying

herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and liquid fertilizers.

71-2458 50 psi maximum pressure with 25 foot wand _engthoSprays up to 25 feet with wand.

7!-24398 25 psi maximum pressure with 18 foot wand length. Sprays up to t8 feet with wand.

DOZER BLADE removes snow; grades dirt, sand and gravel. 48 inches wide, I7 inches high, ctears 44 inch path when

angled. Master miftcontrole lever for operator ease. Spdng trip for snow removal on uneven pavement; built - in float for

blade to follow ground contour. Reversible, replaceable scraper bar. (Use with tire chains, wheel weights or rear drawbar

weight). Stock No, 71°244010

NOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath. Drum-type auger handles powdery and wet/heavy snow. Mounts easiIy with

mple pin arangement. Discharge chute adjusts to 240 degree arc from tractor seat. 6-inch diameter spout discharges

mow t0 to 50 ft. L#t controlled at tractor seat. (Use with tire chains, wheel weights, or rear drawbar weighb. Stock No.

'1-24077,

iRE CHAINS are heavy du_; closety spaced extraqarge cross links give smooth ride, outstanding traction. Stock No.

1-26945.

tHEEL WEIGHTS provide stability, reduce tearing of tuff when moving on hills, stopping, turning, starting. Provides

_tra weight for traction to pull low-loads, lawn vac. Required for snow removal. For plowing: one in front frame, one in

#ht rear tire, two on left rear tire. For snow blower or dozer blade: one on right rear tire, one on lef_rear tire. 55 pounds.

Lock No. 71-26234. (Front or rear mounting flame bracket Stock No. 71-244360 OR 262235).

HEVRON TIRES for extra traction. Pair of rear tires mounted on wheets. Stock No. 71-24166.

RACTOR CA8 has heavy duty vinyt fabdc over tubular steel frame, fibergJass top; ctear plastic windshield offers 360

_gree visibility. Hinged metal frame doors w_th catch. Keeps operator warm and dry. Remove viny_ and windshield for

_eas sun protector in summer. Stock No. 71-24172

ptional accessories for tractor cab: tinted/tempered solid safety glass wind shied with hand operated wiper (Stock No.

i-26t 68); 12-volt amber caution tight for mounting on cab top (Stock No. 71-26169).

:_ACTOR COVER protects tractor from weather. Made of Evolution 3 fabric (water-repellent, extremeJy breathable, tight

eight, soft, non-abrasive, pliable in all temperatures, durable, stain-tear-puncture resistant, will not shrink or stretch).

lock No. 71-24602_

1LLER has 6hp engine to prepare seed beds, cultivate and compost garden residue. Chain- drive transmission, Six 11

ch din., one piece heat-treated steel tines. Tills 30 inch path, (Requires sleeve hitch Stock No. 71-25231.) Stock No,

1-25249_

'LOW turns soil 6 inches deep, cuts 10 inch furrow. Crank adjustment controls depth, 3-position yoke sets width. Heavy

eel landslk_e for straight forrowing. Stock No, 71-24233.

_lSC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel blades that angle from 10 to 20 degrees 40 inches wide, Can hook 2 units in

ndem. Stock No. 71-24234.

_EAR GRADER/LEVELER BLADE is 424nches wide operated from driver's seat. Reversible steel blade can be angled

30 degrees for grading. Reverses for snow plowing. Stock No. 71-24239.

:LEEVE CULTWATOR is 43 inches wide. Prepares ground for seed ng, helps weed control Steel frame holds 5

Ijustabte sweeps. Adiusts vertically, horizontally Stock No. 71-25304. Optional accessory for cult vator stee forrow

_enerfor wider for wide openings for potatoes, corn, and other deep seeded crops (Stock No. 71-25305).

EIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications. Can be mounted on front of tractor for plowing apptica-

.ns. Uses (1) 55 lb. weight _ number 71o244360.

stensked attachments require sleeve hitch (Stock No. 71-24235) for use with master lift system. Single pin couples/

_coup|es.

SERVICE NOTES

SUGGESTED GUJOE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATmON

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HiLL

SIGHT AND HOLD TH_S LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

t5 ° MAX.

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917,254450

AND

917.250020

WITHOUT

MOWER DECK

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

I::1#®

18.0 P TWi lC

ELECTRIC START

44"MOWER DECK

6 SPEE TRANSAXLE

GARDE TRACTO

Each Tractor has its own model number. Each Engine has its own

model number.

The model number for your Tractor will be found on the Model Plate

}ocatod under the seat.

The model number for your Engine will be found on the Blower Housing.

All par_s listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Service Centers and most Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERfNG REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING

INFORMATION:

, PRODUCT- 18 H.P. GARDEN TRACTOR

° MODEL NUMBER - 917.254450

, ENGINE MODEL NUMBER -422707, TYPE NUMBER 1227-01

, PART NUMBER

PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has

service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians,., profes-

sional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge

to you, we service what we sell.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.

124555X3E 4.t8.90 PRINTEDIN U.S.A.

Craftsman 91725000 7-hp compact tractor

Product's Documents

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