Craftsman 917270941 42" lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAWI

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270941

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

aboutthis product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179

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

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

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

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

Assembly .............................................. 7

Operation ............................................ 11

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

Maintenance ....................................... 1

Service and Adjustments .................... 2,'

Storage ............................................... 2,€

Troubleshooting ................................. 3(

Repair Parts ........................................ 3,

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cove

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

tained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

may vary from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT; This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

° Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

° Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

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

caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do nottry to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water

heater.

Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

° not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

° Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEAWARE!!! YOUR

_FETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION. In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always

disconnect spark plug wire and place wire

_ere it cannot contact spark plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

_CALITION" Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

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

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

_your tractor.

WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE:

OILTYPE

API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY:

SPARK PLUG:

'GAP: .030")

VALVE

ADJUSTMENT

GROUND

SPEED (MPH):

"IRE

_RESSURE:

CHARGING

SYSTEM:

BA'I-I'ERY:

BLADE BOLT

TORQUE:

3.5 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 30

(ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

3.0PINTS

CHAMPION

RJ19LM OR J19LM

INTAKE: .004"-.006"

EXHAUST: .007"-.009"

FORWARD: 5.5

REVERSE: 2.4

FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

3 AMPS BA'I-['ERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE:U1R

27-35 FT. LBS

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new Tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest authorized service center/

department.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears store

for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_,WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

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

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest authorized service

center/department (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

Steering

Boot

Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel Adapter

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Lock

washer

3/8

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Large Flat

Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

Seat

(1) Washer

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

i_ (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

Video Cassette

Slope Sheet

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

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

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

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

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

(1) Tire pressure

gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes in

extension and lower shafts and install

5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten

securely.

° Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

Extension

Shaft _ Adapter

5/16 Locknut__. _ 5/o116Hex

Lower ' "- '

Steering _ _ Tabs

Shaft _,". . . _ , Slots

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

• Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

Lift hood to raised position.

If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one

hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in

Maintenance section of this manual for

charging instructions).

" ' ' Label

• "..." "

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

• Pivot seat upward and remove from the

cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Adjustment

Knob

Flat

Washer

NOTE: You may now roll or drive you

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmission

(See 'q-O TRANSPORT" in the Opera-

tion section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

• Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever in

neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See 'q'O ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

• Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

• Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

Shield

Mulcher

Plate

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store

in a safe place. Your mower is now ready

for discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

I/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST

PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION

FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

•/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

•/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

•/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

•/ Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,f Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

/ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

,/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATrERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP lr

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

(_ _ KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of

various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment Ignition

Clutch Lever Switch

Light Switch

Ammeter - - -..

"" "-.'" Lever

Choke Control Plunger

Throttle Control

Clutch/

Brake Pedal

Lift Lever

Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Free Wheel

Control g Brake Lever

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

Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make

sure parking brake will hold tractor

secure. Attachment Clutch Lever

Choke "Engaged"Position

Control._. _ /j Ignition Key

..//".Disengaged"Th _ _ j" Position

C;_I "_ _" :_ . "Engaged"ParkingBrake

Clut'_ J Position

e_ \,,, t{

Brak , _--

Motion

"Disengaged". _ Control

Position "Brake" Lever

STOPPING Position

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF' position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_CAUTION" Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THRO'n'LE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK-

WARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/

brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever tO

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUl-FING

HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running.

These heights are approximate and may

vary depending upon soil conditions,

height of grass and types of grass being

mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth, o

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a

flat level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See 'q'O ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appro-

priate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8

washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten

securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

3/8 -16

Locknut\

Gauge

Wheel

Mounting

Bracket

3/8

Gauge Wheel Bolt

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

ACAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch

Lever "Engaged"

Position

Attachemnt Lift

Lever High

PosiUon

.!,1:_ Low

Position

"Disengaged"

Position

Deflector

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

ACAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move motion control lever to neuiral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by

placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at

the rear drawbar of tractor.

• Raise attachment liftto highest position

with attachment lift control.

• Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADDGASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

AWARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

ACAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

• Pull choke control out for a cold engine

start attempt. For a warm engine start

attempt the choke control may not be

needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, push choke control in, wait a

few minutes and try again. If engine still

does not start, pull the choke control

out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out

slightly for a few seconds and then

continue to push the control in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

below)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. Continue to push the choke

control in small steps allowing the

engine to accept small changes in

speed and load, until the choke control

is fully in. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out

slightly for a few seconds and then

continue to push the control in slowly.

This may require an engine warm-up

period from several seconds to several

minutes, depending on the tempera-

ture.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake slowly

return to operating position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up and

may require the choke control be

pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

See =TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

_CA,UTIO.N: Never engage or disen-

gage treewneei lever wniie the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the

transmission which may have developed

during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tion before operating the tractor.

• Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

• Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling

position (See 'q'O TRANSPORT" in this

section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

• Move motion control lever to full

forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds. Move lever to full reverse

_losition and hold for five (5) seconds.

epeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE= During this procedure there will

be no movement of drive wheels. The air

is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut- off engine and set

parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in driving position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet, slowly move

motion control lever to reverse position.

After the tractor moves approximately

five (5) feet return the motion control

lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat

this procedure with the motion control

lever three (3) times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they f_

onto the lawn they will disperse into t

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quick

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engi

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is we

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is thq

early afternoon. At this time the gras..

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulchin

reduce your width of cut on each pas

and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area I

mulched a second time to completel

hide the clippings, When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpend

lar to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from wE

to week. Mow north to south one w(

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent mattin_

and graining of the lawn.

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MAI.TENANCESCHEDU'E

F,LL,NDATES °

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE ATES

Check Brake Operation _V' _

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

Interlock Systems t,_

Check for Loose Fasteners K t,_.7 K

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_4

ic ,ub. tio°Oha. K

0 Check Battery Level

R Clean Battery and Terminals V'

Check Transaxle Cooling V'

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Ks

AdjuSt Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Ks

Check Engine Oil Level If If

Change Engine Oil 1_1.2..'. V'

E Clean Air Filter K=

N Clean Air Screen K2

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester K

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _2

N Clean Engine Cooling Fins _i

Replace Spark Plug V'

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter K

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

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions, 6 - Not required g equipped with maintenance-free battery

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

4 - ReplaCe blades more often when mowing in sandy soil

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

7 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum

CO not overtighten.

LUBRICATION CHART

iindle

Zerk Zerk

OFront Wheel .-

Bearing ; Bearing

Zerk

season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure,

• Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

I I

(DGeneral Purpose Grease

(_Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If 7ou feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

* Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer an_

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque). Mandrel Assembly

Trailing Edge Up

Blade Center

Hole

Flat Washer\

Lock Washer

_---Hex Bolt (Gradel

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identifie(

by six lines on the bolt head.

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 hea

treated.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a fil

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attem_

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will nee

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions suppliec

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole ma_

appear to be centered, but are not.

. Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hol

the bolt or pin parallel with the grounq

If blade is balanced, it should remain

a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharper

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8" e

Center Hole

BA'I-rERY

Your tractor has a battery charging sys'

which is sufficient for normal use. How

ever, periodic charging of the battery

an automotive charger will extend its li

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

Keep small vent holes open.

19 ° Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hol

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenancefree. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers•

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor•

• Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly•

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high

pressure water or steam to clean

transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure

sprayer to clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

'E--E"*;_"'"_""-;"EOBE_E"_"L--_"_E

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, t0W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption

when used above 32°F..Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

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

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick• Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely,

replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on

dipstick.

Oil Drain _ _ l-

Plug _ _

OIL FillCap/

• , .>

Dipstsick_

Air

Screen

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubbom dried gum fibers,

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt oroil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating. Air guide covers must

be removed. Remove side panels and

hood (See 'q'O REMOVE HOOD AND

GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

Top Air Guide _._'_--T_

Cover _.,,

Engine Cooling ""

Fins

i1_ o"

Air Guide Cover,,

(Both Sides)

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

• Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

• Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

• Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate.

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

• Clean cartddge by tapping gently on

flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

• Reinstall cartddge plate, wing nuts,

precleaner, cover and secure with

knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

Cover

Wing

Foam Pre-

Cartridge.

Air Screen

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks an_

clamps are properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoiine,

Clamp _ Clamp

Fuel Filter !

CLEANING

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

foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfacesand wheels free of

allgasoline,oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive

type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to

clean your tractor unless the electrical

system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are

covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

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

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

• Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out of

bracket.

• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

• Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

• Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Small Retainer ,. ,, oo-or-- Square Hole

Spring Suspension Arms.-.- ,,.--_

Clutch Spring ine Pulley

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Front Link

Springs

Both Sides)

Housing

Guide

Large

Retainer

Spring

Bracket

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE:Each full turn of adjustment nut will

change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mowe_i_:round

Suspension

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTM ENT

IMPORTANT; Deck must be level side-to

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust.

merits, check that both front links are

equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E

on both front links an equal number o

turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" Iow_

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F""

against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" Iowe

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" again

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Trunnion

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE

DRIVE BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

• Remove mower from &actor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

• Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel

Pulley Idler

Jlley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the side of the transaxle,

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear. then brake must be ad-

justed.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake,

• Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut =A" on brake rod.

• If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

• Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

Arm

Do nottouch this nut. If further brake

adjustment is necessary contact your

nearest authorized service center/department

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

• Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around engine

pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine Pulley--

Clutching Idler /

Stationary Idler j

Transmission

Input Pulley -_

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TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL

LEVER

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever

will not hold its position while at a

selected speed, it may be adjusted at the

friction pack located on the right side of

transmission.

• Park tractor on level surface. Stop

tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF"

position, and engage parking brake.

• Adjust motion control lever by tighten-

ing adjustment Iocknut one half (1/2)

tum.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move

the motion control lever becomes too

excessive, reverse the above adjustment

procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 to 1/2

turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and

repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

• Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

• Hold motion control lever in that

position and turn engine off.

• While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move motion control lever to the neutral

(N) (lock gate) position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

dock height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, it the

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

• Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

• Start engine and test.

• If tractor still creeps, repeat above step.,

until satisfied.

Motion Control Neutral LockGate

Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering whe_l crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact your nearest

authorized service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

dng securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Retaining

Ring

Washers

Axle

Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK

BATTERY

ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

"Positive" (+)

"Negative" (-)

L.H. Panel

Bolt

REPLACING BATrERY

_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

• Lift hood to raised position.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

• Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

• Reinstall terminal guard.

• First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

• Close terminal access doors.

• Close hood.

Keps Hex Bolt

Terminal ...._:.........

Ac cess_;_?_.....

Door

(Red)

Cable

Negative (Black)

Guard Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACEFUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOODAND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

Headlight Wire

Connector

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

• Check that swivel is against side of

quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable

clamp screw and pull cable back until

swivel is against quarter circle. Tighter

cable clamp screw securely.

Clamp Screw

Quarter

Circle_

Swivel

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

• With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

• Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor

choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

• Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

• Reassemble air cleaner.

Choke Closed

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

_-. Choke

Lever

Casing

Clamp Screw

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general,turning the mixture screw in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel

to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the mixture screw out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

• Be sure you have a clean air filter, and

the throttle control cable and choke are

adjusted properly (see above).

• With engine off turn idle mixture screw

in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and

then turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4

to 1-1/2 turns.

FINAL SETTING -

• Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

• With throttle control lever in slow

position, hold throttle lever against idle

speed screw and adjust idle speed

screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.

• While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture

screw In (clockwise) until engine

begins to die and then turn out

(counterclockwise) until engine runs

rough. Turn screw to a point midway

between those two positions.

• Continue to hold throttle lever against

idle speed screw and adjust idle speed

screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM.

Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST-

• Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture screw out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat

test and continue to adjust, if neces-

sary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

y 're'w ee0

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Screw

Throttle

Lever

Idle Speed_

Screw_

Throttle _€_ j-'_=_i_,, "-"-'r=-v

Lever _ _d/eldle Mixture

Screw

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storable. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BAI'I'ERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUELSYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcoho

blended fuels called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moish

which leads to separation and formati¢

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until th,

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor clea

products in the fuel tank or permane_

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer' to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the rr

ratio found on stabilizer container. Rut

engine at least 10 minutes after addin!

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reacr

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tar

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and repla,

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" i

the Maintenance section of this manu_

CYLINDER(S),

• Remove spark plug(s).

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

• Turn ignition key to "START" positior

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one seas

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your c_

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in you1

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from d_

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conder

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor whil

engine and exhaust areas are still wal

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Willnotstad

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

CAUSE

• Out of fuel.

• Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

• Engine flooded.

• Bad spark plug.

• Dirty air filter.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

Service Adjustments

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed

• Attachment clutch is

engaged,

• Weak or dead battery.

• Blown fuse.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty ignition switch.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

• Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

• Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

CORRECTION

• Fill fuel tank.

• See 'q'O START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

• Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and carbure

tot, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

section.

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

• Clean/replace air filter,

• Replace spark plug.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

• Disengage attachment Clutch.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition switch.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.

FROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Loss of power

(Continued)

CAUSE

• Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirty oil.

• Faulty spark plug.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

CORRECTION

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Check oil level/change oil.

• Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

• Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

• Clean engine air screen/

fins.

• Clean/replace muffler.

• Check all wiring.

• See 'q'o Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

Excessive • Replace blade.

vibration Tighten blade bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Enginecontinues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

• Spark plug wire loose.

• Dirty engine air screen/fins.

• Dirty/clogged muffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of

adjustment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

• Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Mower deck not level.

• Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

• Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

• Frozen idler pulley.

• Frozen blade mandrel.

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

• Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact an authorized

service center/department.

• Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires'

whenturning

engine

"OFF"

CAUSE

• Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn.

• Blades improperly installed.

• Improper blades used.

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

• Switch is "OFF".

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blown fuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

• Faulty alternator.

• Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

• Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

• Air trapped in transmission

durin.g, shipment or

servicing.

• Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

stopping engine.

CORRECTION

• Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

• Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air

pressure.

• Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

• Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Turn switch "ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connec

tions.

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

• Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

• Replace motion drive belt.

• Purge transmission.

• Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds befbre

stopping engine.

_CHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

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BATTERY

__ RED

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

WHITE

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SWITCH

FUSE

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CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

BLI,CK

(OPTIONAL)

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SEATSWITCH

...... / (NOTOCCUPIED)

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CLUTCH OFI_ V- I G_O.U._NG

BLACK Jrrl J CONNECTOR

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v SPARK

PLUG

IGNITION GAP

UNIT

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TWINCYL. ENGINES)

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT#

3 AMp OC @ 3e00RPM

28 VOLTS AC MIN. II 3600 RPM

(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTE E

FUELSHUT-OFFSOLENOD RED "_'_.---J,=1_'_Lm_---_-._ . . . ._

(IFSO EQUIPPED) UGmINGSYSTEMOUTPUT_J I _""J w ' _"_J_J_'J'DIODE I=ALTERNATOR

O_NGE S AMp AC @ 3_00 RPM (_ _

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" ]

OFF M+C._A ! NONE I

RUN/LIGHT B+AI A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START B÷S+A1 NONE

NOTE

YOUR 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 ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

HEADLIGHTS

----!---

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

---O---

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE Rt_PLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

ELECTRICAL

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

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

8 7603J Tray, Battery

t0 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2

11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 166182 Hamess, Light Socket (w/4152J)

22 4152J Light Bulb

24 4799J Cable, Battery

25 146148 Cable, Battery

26 166180 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4~20 Unc

28 145491 Cable, Ground

29 121305X Switch, Seat

30 163968 Switch, Ignition

33 140403 Key, Molded

40 170217 Harness, Ignition

41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2

42 131563 Cover, Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter)

55 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

58 12

208 207

23 54

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 169830

2 169061

3 17060612

5 155272

9 168337X013

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 172107X010

17 144983X558

18 126938X

20 156437

23 124028X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 156725)(558

29 155217X599

30 164918X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 169834

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD552507

58 140547

60 72140606

64 154798

74 S'1"D541437

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

206 170165

207 17670508

208 17670608

212 165919

- - 5479J

Chassis

Drawt_ar

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

BumperHood/Dash

Dash

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 X1

Panel, Dash,LH

ClipTinnerman Grille P/L

Panel, Dash,RH

HoodAssembly

Bumber Hood

Plate Mtg Battery FuelTank

Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line

Washer 13/32x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Locknut, Hax, withInsert 3/8-16 UNC

Grille/Lens Asm

Lens, Gdlle

Fender/Footrest

Bracket, Fender/Support

.Screw, ThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2TYT

Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower, Rear

Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4 - 20 UNC

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga.

Bracket Gdlle Pickoff LH

Screw, Hex Wshd #8-18 x 7/8

Bracket GdllePickoffRH °

BoltFinHex 1/4-20 UNC X.75

Air Duct

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

DashLowerSTLT

NutCrownlock 3/6-16 UNC

PlateReinforcement STLT

BracketSwaybarChassis

BracketFootrestSTLT

RodPivotChassis/Hood

BoltShoulder5/16-18TT

ScrewThdrol5/16-18 x 1/2

Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 1/2

InsertLensReflective

PlugButton

NOTE" AI_component dimensions 9_venin U.S. inches

1inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

GROUND DRIVE

103 62

19 32

116

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

" ROUND DRIVE

_EY PART KEY PART

dO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Transaxle (See Breakdown) 71 140158

Hydro Gr319-0650 72 19132012

! 142431 Spring, Return, Brake 73 156347

I 143995 Pulley, Transaxle 74 121199X

t 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 75 121749X

0 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 76 STD581075

4 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 77 123583X

6 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc 78 121748X

8 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Gr. 5 81 165591

9 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 82 165711

!1 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 83 19171216

!2 145627 Rod, Brake Hydro 84 165815

!4 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 89

_5 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 90 124346X

!6 STD551037 Washer 93 142564

!7 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 94 140462

!8 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 95 167696

_9 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 96 4497H

_0 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 97 140469

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 98 73510600

_4 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 102 141322

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 103 73940800

36 19211616 Washer 104 140156

37 1572H Pin, Roll 105 71070516

_8 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 116 72110610

39 STD523727 Bolt 145 74490540

t0 4470J Spacer, Split 146 74490536

_1 165838 Keeper, Belt idler 147 74490524

_2 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 150 165850

t7 127783 Pulley, idler, V-Groove 151 19133210

L8 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv STL 156 166002

_9 123205X Retainer, Belt 157 153236

;0 STD523715 Bolt 158 165589

_1 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 159 165494

;2 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 161 72140406

;3 105710X Link, Clutch 162 73680400

_5 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 163 74780416

;6 STD523712 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 164 19091010

;7 140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive 165 165623

;9 169691 Keeper, CenterSpan 166 166880

_1 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 168 165492

_2 8883R Cover, Pedal 169 165580

;3 140186 Pulley, Engine 197 169613

;4 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 198 169593

;6 STD551143 Washer 202 72110612

;6 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

"0 134683 Guide Belt RH Engine

Strap Torque Lh Hydro 18/20" T

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

Strap Torque Rh Hydro 0650

Spacer, Split

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

E-Ring

Key, Square

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

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20

Spring Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

LinkTransaxle 0650 LT/YT/STL

164890X428 Console, Shift

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

Line Fuel Hydro 4"

Fan, Hydro 7"

Control Bypass Hydro

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

Keeper Bolt Rh 0750.18/20"

Nut Keps Hex 3/8-16 Uric

WasherBeilville .501D x 1.50D

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/4-20 Unf

Arm, Control Hydro

Screw Cap Hex 5/16 x 18 x 1

Bolt Carr. 3/8-16 x 1.25

Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 2-1/4

Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

Bushing Belicrank Grd Drive

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc- 2A

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tappered Flange Shift Lt

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5

Nut Crowniock1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr. 5

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Lt

Nyliner Snap-In

Washer Nyliner

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

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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_41

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37-'--'---11'!

62 44

27 ..----'17

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40 2g_

67 67

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 169849

4 169839

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 169832

11 STD551137

13 136518

15 145212

17 156546

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 73800500

54 74780520

62 167902

63 74780616

65 160367

66 154404

67 72140618

68 169827

79 19132012

80 74950612

82 169835

85 133835

SteeringWheel

Front AxleAssembly

Spindle Assembly,L.H.

Spindle Assembly, R.H.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip

Beadng,SteeringColumn

Link,Drag

Washer, Lock

Spacer,Beadng,FrontAxle

Nut, Hexflange Lock

ShaftAssembly,Steedng

Washer,Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Support, Shaft

Screw hex Wshhd Torx

Pittman Shaft Assembly

Bracket, Staedng

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steedng

ScrewTT #16-32x 5 x 3/8 Flang_

Insert, Steering Wheel

Washer 13/32x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

Lock NutCenter 3/8-24 UNF

Adaptor, Steedng Wheel

Boot, Steedng Dash P/L Mtl BIk

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

Extension Steedng Non-Adjust

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Nut Lock HXW/Ins 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

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

Spacer Brace Axle

BeadngArm Pittman

BoltRhnd Sqn 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Brace Axle

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

BoltHex Nylon3/8-16 x 3/4

BracketSuspChassisFront

FastenerChristmasTree

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S.inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

ENGINE

13 10

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ISpark Arrester

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 162152

2 17720410

4 149723

5 144069

6 144068

7 138129

8 150176

10 145552

11 STD551125

12 STD522507

13 165287

14 13280336

15 13200300

16 STD551237

17 17490624

23 169837

25 145996

26 73920600

27 152927

29 137180

31 157103

32 161696

33 123487X

34 106082X

37 8543R

39 109227X

45 17000612

81 73510400

Control Throt Paddle 32 22

Screw HexThd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T

Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs ModelNo. 461707-0145-E3

Muffler Exhaust

Exhaust Asm. Left

Exhaust Asm. Right

ClampTube DoubleEngine

Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNCX 3/4 W/Sems

Heat Shield Lt

Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 1/4

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

Gasket Muffler

NipplePipe4-1/2"

ElbowStd 90 Degree3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl -1/2Tytt

Shield Browning/Debris Guard

ControlChoke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x3/8 Flange

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel3 50 Rear

Cap Fuel Guage STLT

Clamp HoseBIk

Spacer Pad

LineFuel

PlugOil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)

Pad Idler 1.75 x .75x .06

Screw Hex Wsh 3/8-16 x 3/4

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Uric

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140123

2 140551

3 71110616

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 155925

11 166369

12 121246X

DESCRiPTiON

Seat 3450 BIk/blk Craftsman

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut Hex Lock w/}ns 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 B'lkZi

Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 SMGML

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

KEY PART

NO. NO.

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

21 171852

22 STD541431

24 19171912

25 127018X

DESCRIPTION

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

£,olt Shoulder 5/16-16 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

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

1 inch = 25.4 turn

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

EAT ASSEMBLY

11 2

KEY PART

O. NO.

156439

163205

171696

171697

174813

133644

1718O9

163204

156811

DESCRIPTION

Decal FenderDanger Sears

Decal FendAutoSears Gold

Decal HoodRhCraftsman

Decal HoodLhCraftsman

Decal EngineH/P

Decal MaintCustomer

SearsDora

DecalReplacementSrs

DecalFenderCraftsmanGold

DecalFenderSTLTHOper

Inst E/S

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

146046

163257

160396

138047

166887

149516

169210

138311

165800X428

165799)(428

174827

174828

DESCRIPTION

Decal V-belt DrSch Tractor E

Decal Dash Panel

DecalMowerDriveSchematic

Decal, BatteryDiehardSears

DecalDeckMowerEZ3

t)ecal Battery

Decal By Pass LtHydro

Decal LiftHandle

PadFootrestLhSTLT

PadFootrestRhSTLT

Manual,Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

59192 ValveCap, Tire

65139 Stem,Valve

106222X Tire,Front

59904 Tube,FrontTire

(Not Provided,ServicaItemOnly)

106732)(427 Rim,Front

2781-1 Fitting,Grease (FrontWhealOnly)

g040H Bearing,Flange(FrontWheelOnly)

106108X42T Rim,Rear

122082X Tire, Rear

7152J Tube,RearTtre

(Not Provided,Sen/IceItem Only)

104757X Cap,Axle

144334 Sealant,Tire(10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiventnU.S. Inc,hea

1 Inch= 25.4mm

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

LIFT ASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.

6 120183X Bearing Nylon

7 125631X Gdp Handle

8 122365X Button Plunger

11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H.

12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion Blk Zinc

18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift.

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

MOWER DECK

4 46

_47

109"_ 102 _ 103 105

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

VIOWER DECK

(EY PART

_10. NO.

165892

STD533107

138017

165460

STD624008

130832

850857

STD551137

0 140296

1 134149

2 129895

3 137645

4 128774

5 110485X

;6 140329

'8 72140505

,9 132827

tO 159770

tl STD541431

t2 134753

-_3 131267

-_4 105304X

-_5 123713X

._6 110452X

t7 130968X428

-_8 19111016

_9 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32 153535

_3 137266

_4 STD533717

35 133835

36 131494

37 19131316

_0 STD541437

_4 140088

_5 STD624003

'.6 137729

_8 133944

;9 155066

,0 131340

il STD541410

i2 139888

131845

_4 133943

L5 155046

;6 165723

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Mower Housing 59 141043

Bolt 67 149846

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 68 144959

Front 92 STD541437

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 101 136420

Retainer Spring 102 71161010

Arm, Suspension, Rear 103 19061216

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 104 STD551110

Washer, Lock 105 160793

Washer, Hardened 106 2029J

Blade, Mulching 111 155197

Beadng, Ball 112 155198

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 113 17060512

(Incl. Key Number6) 114 73510500

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 115 72110504

Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 116 4898H

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 117 165746

Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18 x 5/8 118 73930600

Bolt, Shoulder 119 19121414

Baffle, Vortex 121 143723

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 128 153390

Stiffener Bracket 129 19131312

Bracket, Deflector 130 STD523710

Cap, Sleeve 131 STD533710

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 142 165890

Nut, Push 143 157109

Shield, Deflector 144 158634

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 145 165888

Red, Hinge 146 165891

Screw Thdrol Rolling Wsh Hd 147 131335

Washer, Spacer 148 169022

Pulley, Mandrel 149 165898

Nut, Toplock, Flanged 150 19091216

Bolt 151 169670

Fastner, Chdstmas Tree 152 169676

Pulley, Idler, Flat 153 169674

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 154 169675

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 155 169671

Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 156 169672

Retainer 157 169669

Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 158 17720410

Washer, Hardened 159 STD533717

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower - - 130794

Bolt, Shoulder # 10-24 Grade 5

Locknut - - 169583

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, Tuv Idler (94)

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Locknut, HexW/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC

Cover Mulching 42" Black

Screw Truss Hd Phil10-24 x5/8

Washer#10

Washer Lock

Latch Asm Bagger

NutWeld

Bracket Gauge, Wheel LH

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut, Hex Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNCx 1/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16

Washer 13132x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Bracket

Washer Felt

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

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

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 1

ArmSpdng BrakeMower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt42" Clutch Cable

•Pulley Idler Flat

BoltCarraige Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spdng Yellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42"

Washer flat 3/8" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring Retention Lever

Spacer

RodCluteh

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

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Uncx 1-3/4

Mandra_Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete (Std deck

- order separatelymulcher plate

components key nos. 101-106)

NOTE:Allcomponent dimensionsgiveninU.S.inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

'(EY PART KEY PART

_10. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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_-3

-_5

__7

_-8

-_9

142930 Housing, Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060

142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 44 150829 Differential Assembly

142932 Seal, Lip 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13

142928 Ring, WireRetaining 53 142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250

142933 Ring, Retaining 56 142963 Shaft, Input

142934 Bearing, Shaft Ball 58 142964 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.38

142935 Bearing, Cradle 59 142965 Pin .50D x .43 tD x .750

150771 Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13 62 142966 Arm, Control

142937 Swashplate, Variable 63 142967 Puck, Dampener

142938 Block, Cylinder Assembly 64 142920 Set Screw

142939 Arm,Trunnion 68 142969 Spring

142940 Seal, Lip 69 144610 Stud 5/16-24

142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971 Jackshaft Assembly

150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806 Jackshaft

150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 88 142973 Screw, Cap

142944 Block, Cylinder Assembly 89 142974 Washer 7/16 x 1 x 1/2

142945 Seal, Lip 10 x 25 x 7 90 142975 Sleeve Beanng

142946 Actuator, Bypass 91 142976 Seal, Wiper

150774 Center Section Assembly Kit 92 142977 Spring, Block

142948 Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8 93 142978 Washer, Block Thrust

142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917 Cap, Vent Assembly

142950 Washer 26 x 35 x t 114 142918 Fitting, O-Ring Assembly

150787 Plate, Bypass 119 142980 Spacer

142951 OilFilterElement 134 144607 Nut, Castle 5/16-24

142952 Arm, Bypass 135 144608 Pin, Cotter

142953 Ring, Retaining 139 150775 Spring, Compression

142954 Arm, Actuating 140 150776 Nut, Hex 5/16-24

142955 Pin, Actuating 900 150071 TransaxleComplete

150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4

150778 Locknut, Hex 5/16-24 UNJC NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

142958 Brake Rotor/Stator Kit 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3

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572

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1095 VALVE OVERHAUL

GASKET SET

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

3RIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707,TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3

;,EY PART KEY PART

|O. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 498583

? 399265

3 391086

493304

5 691162

5A 691163

7 271867

_A 271868

3 495754

) 27803

10 690334

10A 690366

I1 280225

12 273390

271188

271189

13 94565

15 94239

16 690666

19 399264

20 291675

_3 491180

24 222696

Z5 499180

499181

499182

499183

_6 499184

499284

499186

499187

!7 691299

_8 498319

_8 498320

_9 498314

t9 498541

_2 691133

_3 390420

494553

_4 691302

15 65906

_6 26828

_0 221596

;1 292260

L2 494553

L5 261368

_6 691161

_7 393415

_8 498542

;0 213290

;1 271412

;1A 270884

,3 690321

,4 93208

'3 691438

'5 225137

'8 691134

I1 693483

Cylinder Assembly

Bushing/Seal Kit

_r Seal-Oil

Sump-Engine

Head-Cylinder #1

Head-Cylinder #2

_e, Gasket-Cylinder Head #1

_,Gasket-Cylinder Head #2

Breather Assembly (Cylinder

#1)

-tr•Gasket-Breather

Screw (Breather Assembly)

Screw (Breather Cover)

Tube-Braather

_r Gasket-Crankcase (.015"

Thick, Std.)

# Gasket-Crankcase (.005"

Thick)

Yr Gasket-Crankcase (.009"

Thick)

Screw (Cylinder Head)

Plug-Oil Drain

Crankshaft

Bushing

-# Seal-Oil

Flywheel

Key.Flywheel

Piston Assembly Standard)

Piston Assembly .010 "O.S.)

Piston Assembly .020" O.S.)

Piston Assembly .030" O.S.)

Ring Set, Piston Standard)

Ring Set, Piston .010 "O.S.)

Ring Set, Piston .020 "O.S.)

Ring Set, Piston, .030 "O.S.)

Lock-Piston Pin

Pin Assembly, Piston (Std.)

Pin Assembly-Piston (.005 '_

O.S.)

Rod-Connecting (Standard)

Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.)

Screw (Connecting Rod)

Valve-Exhaust (Include(s):

Keeper-Valve (Ref. No. 42))

Valve-Intake

Spring-Valve (intake)

Spring-Valve (Exhaust)

Retainer-Valve (Exhaust)

Keeper-Valve

Tappet-Valve

Camshaft

Slinger-Oil

Short Block

Manifold-Intake

_• Gasket-Intake

"#, Gasket-Intake

Screw (Carburetor)

Screw (Intake Manifold)

Screen-Rotating

Washer (F_ywheel)

Screw (Flywheel Fan)

Body Assembly-Upper

95 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve)

97 693485 Shaft-Throttle

98 807923 Kit-Idle Speed

102 693509 • Gasket-Carburetor Body

104 693506 • Pin-Float Hinge

105 692076 • Valve-Float Needle

107 693482 Body Assembly-Lower

108 693505 Valve-Choke

109 693498 Shaft-Choke

117 693538 Jet-Main

693500 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

121 491539 Carburetor Kit

122 281411 Spacer

125 693479 Carburetor

130 693504 Valve-Throttle

133 693512 Float-Carburetor

146 94196 Key-Timing

147 693508 Jet-Pilot

161 691401 Base-Air Cleaner

163 271411 _ Gasket-Air Cleaner

177 271170 Yr Seal-O-Ring

187 499167 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)

197 690364 Screw (Back Plate)

202 690570 Link-Mechanical Governor

203 280997 Crank-Bell

265 690322 Screw (Belt Crank)

209 691273 Spring-Governor

211 261563 Spring-Governor

212 693985 Link-Throttle

215 690481 Guide-Air

219 394348 Gear-Governor

220 690412 Washer-Thrust (Governor

Gear)

222 491282 Bracket-Control

227 491297 Lever-Governor

235 224995 Shield-Fuel Spray

240 394358 Filter-Fuel

244 230318 Connector-Hose (Pulse Line)

258 94930 Screw (Engine Sump)

267 690316 Screw (Casing Clamp)

278 691366 Washer (Governor Lever)

297 94289 Nut-Wing (Air Filter Retainer)

304 591390 Housing-Blower

305 690960 Screw (Blower Housing)

306 690414 Shield-Cylinder

306A690435 Shield-Cylinder

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.

• Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number

121.

• Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref

Number 1095.

+ Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Ref Number

861

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270941

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

307 94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167

309 497596 Motor-Starter 801 394860

310 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 802 497607

311 497608 Brush Set 803 691427

332 230674 Nut (Flywheel) 807 693511

333 394891 Armature-Magneto 822 693497

334 94731 Screw (Magneto Armature) 847 495715

337 802592 Plug-Spark 851 493880

358 495868 Gasket Set 859 693488

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 861 693502

386 693490 O+Gasket-Pump 865 691196

391 693487 Body-Pump 865A 691197

392 693491 l+Spring-Pump Diaphragm 868 497656

404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank) 868A 273312

423 691100 Screw (Air Cleaner Base) 869 261463

425 94823 Screw (Air Cleaner Cover) 870 262924

432 693492 O+Cap-Spring 871 261961

433 693489 i+Diaphragm-Fual Pump 231218

434 693493 Cover-Diaphragm 877 393456

435 693494 Screw (Diaphragm Cover) 881 495901

441 691176 Bracket-OUFill 918 393815

445 394019 Filter-Air

447 690297 Screw (Air Guide Cover)

449 94882 Screw (Oil Fill Bracket) 934 94627

474 393474 Alternator 955 693513

482 93621 Screw (Alternator) 968 691207

510 497606 Drive-Starter 971 690720

513 398003 Clutch-Drive

523 691385 Dipstick 1005 498157

525 690823 Tube-Oil Fill 1006 691247

527 690423 Clamp-Tube 1019 496726

535 272490 Filter-Air 1036 694979

544 497603 Armature-Starter 1051 263080

552 690553 Bushing (Governor Crank) 1058 273688

552A690552 Bushing (Governor Crank) 1081 280860

562 690311 Bolt-Carriage (Governor t090 497605

Lever) 1095 498047

569 272645 _ Gasket-Base 1125 691104

572 690415 Cover-Breather (Cylinder #2) 1132 690353

573 690764 Plate-Back 1136 690329

592 92278 Nut (Governor Lever)

601 95162 Clamp-Hose

Retainer (Governor Crank)

Retainer-Governer Shaft

615 690328

615A 690317

616 491530 Crank-Governor

634 690657 Yr Seal-Governor Shaft

634A271013 Washer-Foam

635 66538 Boot-Spark Plug

637 693510 Washer-Seal

643 496700 Retainer-Air Filter

689 690555 Spring-Friction

697 93585 Screw (Ddve Cap)

725 280866 Shield-Heat

726 391362 Gear-Rin_

741 691285 Gear-Timing

783 693059 Gear-Starter

789 695050 Wiring Harness

797 94010 Nut (Starter Terminal)

Nut (Starter Terminal)

Cap-Drive

Cap-End

Housing-Starter

Spacer

Washer-Seal (Throttle Shaft)

Dipstick/Tube Assembly

Terminal-Cable

O+ Diaphragm-Fuel Pump

Kit-Fuel Pump

Cover-Air Guide

Seal-Valve

Seat-Valve

Seat-Valve (Intake)

Seat-Valve (Exhaust)

Bushing-Guide (Exhaust)

Bushing-Guide (Intake)

Wire-Alternator

Plate-Cover

Hose-Vacuum (Cylinder-To-

Impulse Pump)(Cut to

Required Length_

Screw (Fan Retainer)

Plug-Carburetor

Cover-Air Cleaner

Screw (Upper Body To Lower

Body)

Fan-Flywheel

Retainer-Fan

Label Kit

Label Kit-Emission

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

Seal-O-Ring

Retainer-Brush

Gasket Set-Valve Overhaul

Screw (Cover Plate)

Screw (Oi_S_ingar)

Screw (Governor, Control

Rod)

1137 690390 Washer (Governor, Control

Rod)

1138 690330 Nut (Governor, Contro_ Rod)

-- 445777-0027-E1 Replacement Engine

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

-_ Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.

t Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number

121.

• Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref

Number 1095.

÷ Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Ref Number

861

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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