Craftsman 917275685 lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

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LAWN TRACTOR

24 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.275685

This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 prn, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A

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

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

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

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

AssembiyPre-Operation ........................ 7

Operation ............................................. 10

Maintenance ....................................... 17

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

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

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

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

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

Sears Service ........................ Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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 that are found to be defective in

material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears

will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years.

During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product

at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your

convenience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days

of purchase but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman

product is dropped off at an authorized Sears ocat on. For the nearest authorized Sears

location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this product

is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to

blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.

• Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups

• 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, elec-

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

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

or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained 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 30 days of its pur-

chase date.

• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME.

After the first 30 days for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service wil/stiil be avail-

able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

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

vary, from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-

ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious

injury or death.

WARNING: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where itcannot contact spark

_lblug"

WARNING: Do not coast down a

hill in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

WARNING: Tow only the attach-

ments that are recommended by and

comply with specifications of the man-

ufacturer 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

of your tractor.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some

of its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the

manual before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating

parts or under the machine. Keep clear

of the discharge opening at all times.

• 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 blades.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystand-

ers before operating. 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.

• Never direct discharged material

toward anyone. Avoid discharging

material against a wall or obstruction.

Material may ricochet back toward the

operator. Stop the blades when cross-

ing gravel surfaces.

• Do not operate machine without the

entire grass catcher, discharge guard,

or other safety devices in place and

working.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades,

set parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Disengage blades when not mowing.

Shut off engine and wait for all parts to

come to a complete stop before clean-

ing the machine, removing the grass

catcher, or unclogging the discharge

guard.

• Operate machine 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 unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Always wear eye protection when oper-

ating machine.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-re-

lated injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the

riding mower safely enough to protect

themselves and others from serious

injury.

• Followthe manufacturer's recommen-

dation for wheel weights or counter-

weights.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust / engine parts and burn.

Do not allow the mower deck to plow

leaves or other debris which can cause

build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of

control and tip-over accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. Opera-

tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If

you cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or

other hidden objects. Uneven terrain

could overturn the machine. Tall grass

can hide obstacles.

• Choose a low ground speed so that

you will not have to stop or shift while

on the slope.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may

lose traction.

Always keep the machine in gear when

going down slopes. Do not shift to

neutral and coast downhill.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on

a slope, if the tires lose traction, dis-

engage the blades and proceed slowly

straight down the slope.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction, which

could cause the machine to roll over.

• Use extra care while operating ma-

chine with grass catchers or other at-

tachments; they can affect the stability

of the machine. Do no use on steep

slopes.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,

or embankments. The machine could

suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the

edge or if the edge caves in.

Ill. 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 in the watchful care of a respon-

sible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child

enters the area.

• Before and while backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children, even with the

blades shut off. They may fall off and

be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation. Children who

have been given rides in the past may

suddenly appear in the mowing area

for another ride and be run over or

backed over by the machine.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may block your view of a child.

IV. TOWING

• Tow only with a machine that has a

hitch designed for towing. Do not at-

tach towed equipment except at the

hitch point.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dation for weight limits for towed equip-

ment and towing on slopes.

• Never allow children or others in or on

towed equipment.

• On slopes, the weight of the towed

equipment may cause loss of traction

and loss of control.

• Travel slowly and allow extra distance

to stop.

V. SERVICE

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

To avoid personal injury or property

damage, use extreme care in handling

gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable

and the vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes,

and other sources of ignition.

• Use only approved gasoline container.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with

the engine running. Allow engine to

cool before refueling.

• Never fuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel con-

tainer where there is an open flame,

spark, or pilot light such as on a water

heater or other appliances.

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle

or ona truck or trailer bed with plastic

liner. Always place containers on the

ground away from your vehicle when

filling.

• Remove gas-powered equipment from Check their proper operation regularly.

the truck or trailer and refuel it on the Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

ground. If this is not possible, then other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

refuel such equipment with a portable spillage and remove any fuel-soaked

container,dispensernozzle.ratherthan from a gasoline • storing.debris"Allow machine to cool before

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim • If you strike a foreign object, stop and

of the fuel tank or container opening at inspect the machine. Repair, if neces-

all times until fueling is complete. Do sary, before restarting.

not use a nozzle lock-open device. • Never make any adjustments or repairs

• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change with the engine running.

clothing immediately. • Check grass catcher components and

• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas the discharge guard frequently and

cap and tighten securely, replace with manufacturer's recom-

GENERAL SERVICE mended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the

• Never operate machine in a closed blade or wear gloves, and use extra

area. caution when servicing them.

• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure • Check brake operation frequently. Ad-

the equipment is in safe working condi- just and service as required.

tion. • Maintain or replace safety and instruc-

• Never tamper with safety devices, tion labels, as necessary.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystand-

ers before operating. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Nevercarry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children, even with the

blades shut off. They may fall off and

be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation. Children who

have been given rides in the past may

suddenly appear in the mowing area

for another ride and be run over or

backed over by the machine.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and in the watchful care of a respon-

sible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child

• Before and while backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

not across.

• Choose a low ground speed so that

you will not have to stop or shift while

on the slope.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on

a slope. If the tires lose traction, dis-

engage the blades and proceed slowly

straight down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

enters the area.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallons

and Type: Unleaded Regular

Oi! Type SAE 30(above 32°F)

(API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: w/Filter 4.0 Pints

w/o Filter 3.75 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC

GAP: .040")

Ground Speed Forward: 5.5

(MPH): Reverse: 2.4

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging 16 Amps @ 3600RPM

System:

Battery: Amp/Hr: 35

Min. CCA: 280

Case Size: U1R

Blade Bolt

Torque:

27-35 R. 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 a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, 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 unim-

proved 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 re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia Public Resources Code). Other states

may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands. A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest

Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTION

AGREEMENTS

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chase. Your new Craftsman_ product is

designed and manufactured for years of

dependable operation. But like all prod-

ucts, it may require repair from time to

time. That's when having a Repair Protec-

tion Agreement can save you money and

aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement

now and protect yourself from unexpected

hassle and expense.

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

• Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

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• Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

• Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

• Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts not

covered by the agreement; also, 10%

off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.

• Fast help by phone- phone support

from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a

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pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair

specialists, who have access to over 4.5

million quality parts and accessories.

That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your

new purchase for years to come. Purchase

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Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information

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For Future Use

Keys Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. When right or left hand is men-

tioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind

the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-

els of carton. Remove end panels and

lay side panels flat.

2, Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grille.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: 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 instruc-

tions),

"_',_'-" --" ' Label

ADJUST SEAT

1. Raise seat and loosen adjustment

knob.

2. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

3. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

4. Get off seat without moving its ad-

justed position.

5. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Adjustment

Knob W

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po-

sition.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in "trans-

mission disengaged" position (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section

of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

_kWARNING: Before starting, read, un-

derstand and follow all instructions in the

Operation section of this manual. Be sure

tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure

the area in front of tractor is clear of other

people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed,

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "trans-

mission engaged" position. (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section

of this manual).

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

5. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest posi-

tion.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever in

neutral position.

11.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

REPOSITION RIGHT REAR GAUGE

WHEEL

For shipping purposes, the right rear

gauge wheel assembly is mounted

upside down on the mower. Remove the

gauge wheel assembly and reinstall from

the bottom as shown. To adjust gauge

wheels, see the Operation section in this

manual.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-

rect 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 hous-

ing should be properly leveled. See 'q-O

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 replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts

in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual. Verify that the belts are

muted correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See 9"0 ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

,/CHECKLIST

Before you operate 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 tight-

ened securely.

4' All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overin-

flated 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 freewheel

control is in "transmission engaged"

position (see 9-0 TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important

items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

#" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls, their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

•/ Be sure Operator Presence System

and Reverse Operation System (ROS)

are working properly (See the Opera-

tion and Maintenance sections in this

manual).

4" It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans-

mission purging instructions (See 9"0

START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" 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.

R N H L I'.,I

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST

SLOW

IGNITIONSWITCH

ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED

SYSTEM (ROS)

BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFTOVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE

LIGHT

ATrACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED

LIGHTS ON

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

BRAKEK:LUTCH

PEDAL

KEEPAREACLEAR SLOPENAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER indicatesa hazard which,ifnot avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicatesa hazardwhich, ifnotavoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alertsymbol,

indicatesa situationthatcould result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

,_b:_ll HOT SURFACES indicatesa hazard which,ifnotavoided, could result in death, serious injury

_=" and/or property damage.

/_ FIRE indicatesa hazard which, ifnot avoided,

could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

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.

Throttle

Ammeter

Ignition Switch

ROS "ON"

'Position

Attachment

Clutch Switch

Lift Lever

Plunger

Choke Control

Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Freewheel

Control

-Light Switch

Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Parking Brake Lever

Motion Control

Lever

02881

Our tractorsconform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used

to engage the mower blades or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

A'n'ACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise and lower 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.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagages

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.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position,

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

"ON" POSITON - Allows operation of

mower deck or other powered attachment

while in reverse.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

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

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

or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments I

or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety

mask worn over spectacles.

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.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in brake position.

Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

tor secure.

Throttle

Attachment Clutch Switch

Pull out to "Engage"

Key

Brake Position

Pedal Parking Push in to

"Engaged" Position "Disengage"

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, push attachment

clutch switch in to disengaged position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control between half and

full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control

between half and full speed (fast) posi-

tion, before stopping, may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" 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 "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" ofgrass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

_lopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position.

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 start-

ing 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 BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUI-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 mea-

sured 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 ap-

proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool

season and to over 3 inches during hot

months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate

growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over

6 inches in height should be mowed

twice. Make the first cut relatively high;

the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground when

mower is at the desired cutting height in

operating position. Gauge wheels then

keep the deck in proper position to help

prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

NOTE; Be sure tractor is on a flat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to de-

sired cutting height(See "TO ADJUST

MOWER CU-I-FING HEIGHT" in this

section of manual).

2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin

which secure each gauge wheel bar.

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise

gauge wheels slightly to align holes

in bracket and gauge wheel bar and

insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should

be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

5. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the

same setting.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge

wheels if you change the cutting height

of the mower deck.

Spring

,, Clevis

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. You must

remain fully and centrally positioned in the

seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equip-

ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging at-

tachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Switch

Pull Out To "Engage"

"Disengage" -_,_

_._ Attachemnt

Lift Lever High

Position

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse

Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by

the operator to travel in the reverse direc-

tion with the attachment clutch engaged

will shut off the engine unless ignition key

is placed in the ROS "ON" position.

_I_WARNING: Backing up with the at-

tachment clutch engaged while mowing

is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS

"ON", to allow reverse operation with the

attachment clutch engaged, should only

be done when the operator decides it is

necessary to reposition the machine with

the attachment engaged. Do not mow in

reverse unless absolutely necessary.

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION

SYSTEM -

1. Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

2. With engine running, turn ignition key

counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi-

tion.

3. Look down and behind before back-

ing.

4. Slowly move motion control lever to

reverse (R) position to start move-

ment.

5. When use of the ROS is no longer

needed, turn the ignition key clock-

wise to engine "ON" position.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating'.

O O

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_ILWARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TOTRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling position.

Freewheel control is located at the rear

drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest posi-

tion with attachment liftcontrol.

2. 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 re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

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Transmission Disengaged

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when

transporting your tractor on a truck or a

trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured

to tractor. Use an appropriate means of

tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy

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

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-

move and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULl" mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See the

oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.

Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will in-

crease carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti-

ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

J_kCAUTION; Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separa-

tion 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.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or ifthe engine has run out of fuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

1. Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

position.

5. Move throttle control to fast position

6. 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.

7. 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 con-

trol out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

8. 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)

8. 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 en-

gine to accept small changes in speed

and load, until the choke control is fully

in. If the engine starts to run roughly,

pull the choke control out slightly for a

few seconds and then continue to push

the control in slowly. This may require

an engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depending

on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up as

follows:

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake and

let the clutch/brake slowly return to

operating position.

3. 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

To ensure proper operation and per-

formance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, itshould be purged after reinstall-

ation before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely in an area that is

flat for approximately 80 feet in front of

the tractor and set the parking brake.

2. 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.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

full forward position and hold for five

(5) seconds, or approximately 40 feet.

Slowly move lever to full reverse posi-

tion and hold for five (5) seconds, or

approximately 20 feet. After the tractor

moves approximately 20 feet in reverse

return the motion control lever to the

neutral (N) position. Repeat this proce-

dure three (3) times.

Your transmission is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "3-0

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 already been cut.

Have the cut area to the right of the trac-

tor. This will result in a more even distri-

bution 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.

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• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and pos-

sible fire hazard from dried clippings.

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 mow-

ing 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 at-

tachment being used.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ______ _S"

"SYOUOOMPL E

RECO RSERV,CE

DATE, _

Check 8rake Operation

Check Tire Pressure _ _V'

Check Operator Presence and

! T ROSSystems I_

i R Check for Loose Fasteners I_ ll_s V'

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _

T LubricationChart

0 Check Battery Level

a Clean Battery and Terminals i# #

Check Transaxle Cooling If

Check V-Belts i##

Check Engine Oil Level JJ_ I1_

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) _1 ;

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _1.2

N Clean Air Filter 1_'2

G Clean Air Screen _2

NI Inspect Muffler/Spark i_/

Arrester

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _._

Clean Engine Cooling Pins

Replace Spark Plug I_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge ikle2

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or

in high ambient temperatures.

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

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Not required if equipped with maiotenance*free petter,/.

5 - Tighten front axle I_vot bolt to 35 ft.-roe, maximum.

Do not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator

must maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

• At least once a year you should replace

the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

LUBRICATION CHART

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(_ REFERTO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Checktire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

ROS systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the

self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they

must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-

dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted. (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 rub-

ber.

• 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 AND

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Be sure operator presence and reverse

operation systems are working properly. If

your tractor does not function as de-

scribed, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed, and the

attachment clutch control is in the disen-

gaged position.

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE

SYSTEM

• When the engine is running, any at-

tempt 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 at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never op-

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS)

SYSTEM

• When the engine is running with the

ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi-

tion and the attachment clutch engaged,

any attempt by the operator to shift into

reverse should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running with the

ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position

and the attachment clutch engaged,

any attempt by the operator to shift into

reverse should NOT shut off the engine.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

_, CAUTION: Use only a replacement

blade approved by the manufacturer of

your tractor. Using a blade not approved

by the manufacturer of your tractor is

hazardous, could damage your tractor and

void your warranty.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to al-

low access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Trailing Mandrel

Assembly

Flat Edge_,p Blade _-_

Washer_ L _ _-JP

Was ar

Blade Bolt-------.-__ CJnter Hole_

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-

ening blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with

balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the

bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If

blade is balanced, it should remain in a

horizontal position. If either end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

Center Hole

5/8" Bolt

Blade

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi-

nals can cause the battery to "leak" power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD-

JUSTMENTS section of this manual).

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 pres-

sure water or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed 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 trans-

axle ever leak or require servicing, contact

a Sears or other qualified service center.

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts ifthey begin to slip from wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SG-SL.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

C -3o .20 to o 10 2o

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, they will result in increased

oil consumption when used above 32°F.

Check your engine oil level more frequent-

ly to avoid possible engine damage from

running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-

eration or at least once a year if the tractor

is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing 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 SG-SL.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain '

valve and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

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Yellow Cap

Drain Tube

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the

cap onto the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. For accurate reading,

tighten dipstick cap securely onto the

tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil

at "FULl" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change ifthe tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

4. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

2. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover

and secure.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deterio-

ration of the cartridge. Do not oil car-

tridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean

or dry cartridge.

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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 stub-

born dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter-

nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean

at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other cool-

ing shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and

external surfaces as necessary. Make sure

the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due to

overheating.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) 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 carbu-

retor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned,

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

Clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with auto-

motive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose or pressure washer to clean your

tractor unless the engine and transmis-

sion are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine or transmission will shorten the

useful life of your tractor. Use compressed

air or a leaf blower to remove grass,

leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER-

VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4, Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key,

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

6, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where itcannot

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch switch in "DIS-

ENGAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off electric clutch pulley.

4. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

5. Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

6. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

7. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-

tor shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with retainer

springs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer spring.

7. Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

Suspension

Arms

Electric

Pulley

Front Link

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Retainer Spring

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 adjust-

ment 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".

6.0 Recheck measurements after ad-

justing.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front of

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2"

lower 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 num-

ber of turns. The two front links must

remain equal in length.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of

Mower to Ground Mowerto Ground

(_ Suspension

I I _-'1-_\ \\ I_iftLink

_Adjustment

_Nut

Mandrel

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUALIN

LENGTH

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

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.

Front Trunnion

Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re-

placed without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys

and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower"

in this section of this manual).

Mandrel Pulley Idler Pulleys

Mandrel

Pulley

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or

paved surface, depress clutch/brake

pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission dis-

engaged" position. Pull freewheel con-

trol out and into the slot and release so

it is held in the disengaged position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when

you try to manually push the tractor for-

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to

be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

3. 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".

4. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in 'transmission

engaged" position.

5. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust

if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than five (5) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Replace brake pads or contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

With parking brake "Engaged"

Operating

Arm

Nut

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.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See"TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE; Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and keepers.

2. Disconnect clutch wire harness.

3. Remove clutch Iocator.

4. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Remove belt downward from engine

pulley and around electric clutch.

6. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley.

7. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down onto the

input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

belt around electric clutch and onto

engine pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Reinstall clutch Iocator and tighten nut

securely.

6. Reconnect clutch harness.

7. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keepers.

8. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Electric

Clutch _ ..Clutch

Locator

Clutching -- _ I •

Idler .,'-3,1J

Stationary--( II

Idler _Jl= , _j,/

Center Span/_ .J_

Keeper ___ Clutch

_.._."_ Wire

Transmission _ _ L_ /L_ Harness

Input Pulley _

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

2. Start engine and move motion con-

trol lever untiltractor does not move

forward or backward.

3. Hold motion control lever in that posi-

tion and turn engine off.

4. While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5. Move motion control lever to the neu-

tral (N) (lock gate) position.

6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.

2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Lever Neutral

Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/

REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for

service or replacement, itshould be purged

after reinstallationand before operating the

tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in

the Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars

horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. Ifdamage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert

square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining Ring _ I_IL'_

Axle _/_!1C_1

Cover ,'_'__J I

Square Key I_._W

(Rear Wheel Only) _ -_-r

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

_,WARNING: 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, itshould be recharged. (See "BAT-

TERY" 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 system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable

to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery(A-B), taking care not to short

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_IWARNING: 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.

1. Lift hood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

4. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with re-

maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

Ke Nut

Hex Bolt

Terminal

Access o" ..,

(Red) Cable

Terminal

Guard "-Negative

(Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and liftoff of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to

reconnect the headlight wire connector.

Headlight Wire

Connector

ENGINE

TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is

not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull

cable back until swivel is against stop.

Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Loosen knob and remove cover as-

sembly from air cleaner.

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

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Replace air cleaner cover assembly

and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your

engine does not operate properly due to

suspected carburetor problems, take your

tractor to an authorized service center for

repair and/or adjustment.

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 a qualified service

center, which has proper equipment and

experience to make any necessary adjust-

ments.

Swivel Clamp

Screw

Clamp Screw

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

age at the end of the season or if the trac-

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_I_WARNING" Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for a

period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove

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

clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BA'I-FERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage.

Also, 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.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-

gine and letting it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-

age container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-

buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and

carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do notstore gasoline fromone season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can ifyour can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-

tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed tO Sears service center

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

!3. Recharge or replace battery.

i4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

1. Raise cutting height/reduce

speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Loss of power

(continued)

Excessive

vibration

Engine dies when

tractor is shifted

into reverse

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

CAUSE

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

Reverse operation system

(ROS) is not "ON" while

mower or other attachment

is engaged.

1. 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.

CORRECTION

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Turn ignition key to

ROS "ON" position.

See Operation section.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

i3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

CAUSE

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Light switch is "OFF".

2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

! 1 Bad battery cell(s).

12. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or servicing.

CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn light switch "ON".

i 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

Engine"backfires' 1. Engine throttle control not se 1. Move throttle control

when turning between half and full speed between half and full speed

engine "OFF" (fast) position before stoppin! (fast) position before

engine, stopping engine.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275685

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UNIT (2PLUGS

_V]N CYL ENGINES)

FUEL SHUTK)FF

SOLENOID

ELI (OPTIONAL)

___ LINE'B

D.UE t t

(F SO EQUIPPED)

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKIE"

OFF M+G+A1

RUNK)VERRIDE B+A1

RUN B÷A1 L÷A2

START _+S+A1

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATrERY, 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

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF

UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED

o2e,z3WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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ELECTRICAL

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery

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

8 7603J Tray Battery

10 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 176138 Switch Interlock

21 175688 Harness Light

22 4152J Bulb Light

24 8860R Cable Starter

25 146148 Cable Battery

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

28 145491 Cable Ground

29 192749 Switch Seat

30 193350 Switch Ignition

33 140403 Key Molded

34 110712X Switch Light / Reset

40 193389 Harness ignition

41 17720408 ScrewThd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

42 131563 Cover Terminal

43 192507 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter

50 174652 Switch PTO

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

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

79 175242 Socket Asm Bulb Twistlock

92 193465 Harness Pigtail Reverse Switch

93 192540 Screw Plastite 10-14 x 2.0

94 191834 Module Reverse ROS

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

1 inch= 25.4mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

278

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2O9

2O6

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209

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

2 176554 Drawbar

9 193636X428 Dash

10 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 1

11 167203 Panel Dash LH

13 188702X010 Panel Dash RH

14 17490608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 175260X428 Hood Assembly

20 162026 Plate Battery

26 STD541437 Locknut Hex with Insert 3/8-16 uric

28 174515X428 Grille

29 161840 Lens Bar

30 192395X428 Fender/Footrest

31 139976 Bracket Fender/Support

37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear

54 192512 Screw Hex Wshd 10-32 x 5/8

58 175351 Duct Hood

59 187495 Bushing 1.375 OD

60 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 3/4

64 174997 Dash Lower

74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc

90 124346X Nut Self-Thd Wsh-Hd 1/4

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement

143 186689 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Footrest

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

154 161897 Bracket Dash Rh

155 161900 Bracket Dash Lh

158 162037 Parking Brake Bkrt

159 191120X428 Cupholder

161 164655 Bumper Extrusion .600 x 3.50

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18

209 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

217 179132X428 Console FuelWindow

278 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25,4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

252

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 Transaxle Peerless LTH2000 64

(See Breakdown) 65

8 192502 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 66

9 180505 Clutch 69

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 74

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 75

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5 76

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 uno 77

17 126197X Washer 78

1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x .250 81

19 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 unc 82

21 106933X Knob 1/2-13 83

22 178141 Rod Brake 85

23 190736 Bracket Anti-Rotation 89

24 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 uric 95 178134

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 112 19091210

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 120 73900600

28 175765 Rod Parking Brake 150 175456

29 124236X Cap Parking Brake 151 19133210

30 169592 Bracket Transaxle 156 166002

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 unc x3/4 158 165589

34 175578 Shaft Foot Pedal 159 183900

35 120183X Bearing Nylon 161 72140406

36 19211616 Washer 162 73680400

37 1572H Pin Roll 163 74780416

38 179114 Pulley Composite 165 165623

39 72110622 Bolt RDHD 166 17490510

3/8-16 unc x 2-3/4 Gr. 5 168 165492

41 175556 Keeper Belt Idler 169 165580

47 127783 Pulley IdlerV-Groove 197 169613

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch 198 169593

49 123205X Retainer Belt 202 72110614

50 72110612 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 245 178122

51 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc 246 178121

52 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 unc 247 181462

53 199652 Link Clutch 251 17060516

55 105709X Spring Return Clutch 252 19131616

56 17060620 Screw 3/8-18 x 1-1/4 254 17000616

57 178138 V-Belt 263 17000612

59 169691 Keeper Center Span

61 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875

62 123533X Cover Pedal

63 174607 Pulley Engine

173967 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x4-1/4 Gr.5

STD551143 Washer

154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

142432 Screw HexWsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 unc

137057 Spacer

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

STD581075 E-Ring

123583X KeySquare

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

178139 Shaft Asm CrossTapered

165711 Spring Torsion

19171216 Washer 17/32x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

150360 Nut Lock Center 1/4-28 FNTHD

192387X428 Console Shift

Disconnect Asm Rod Bypas LTH

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/16 ID x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Shift

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

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 uncx 1 Gr.5

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

BoltShoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening

Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"1D

Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105" Hyd

Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

Strap Torque Lh LTH2000

Strap Torque Rh LTH2000

Link Shift Transaxle LTH2000

Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Ga.

Screw 3/8-16 x 1

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

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 186094X428 Wheel Steering

2 184706 Axle Asm

3 169840 Spindle Asm LH

4 169839 Spindle Asm RH

5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

8 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75

10 175121 Link Drag

11 STD551137 Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 3/8

12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf

13 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Front

15 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

17 177883 Shaft Asm Steering

26 126847X Bushing Link Drag

28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga,

29 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

30 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

32 192757 Rod Tie

36 155105 Bushing Strg

37 152927 Screw

38 186095X428 Insert Cap Strg Wh

39 19183812 Washer 9/16 ID x 2-3/80D 12 Ga.

40 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

41 186737 Adaptor Wheel Strg

42 163888X428 Boot Steering

43 121749X Washer 25/32 1 1/4x 16Ga,

46 184946X505 Cap Spindle

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72110618 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 unc x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle Brace

71 175146 Steering Asm.

82 199978 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

87 173966 Washer Flat ,781 x 1-1/2 x .15

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 uric

91 175553 Clip Steering

95 188967 Washer Harden .793 x 1.637 x ,060

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

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1425 38

112 -4_'_ 3,3

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

engine-bsintek-twin_39

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 175437X505

2 191611

4 149723

5 160589

6 159955

8 171877

10 162797

13 165391

14 148456

17 17060624

23 169837

25 18776X505

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO, NO.

Control Throttle/Choke 29

Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex 31

Engine B&S Model 32

445677-0413-E1 (See Breakdown) 33 123487X

Muffler 37 8543R

Exhaust Tube RH 38 181654

Exhaust Tube LH 41 139277

Bolt5/16-18 unc x 3/4 w/sems 45 17000612

Shield Browning 72 183906

Muffler Gasket 81 73510400

Tube Drain Oil Easy 112 3645J

Screw 3/8-16 x I SMGML-1/2

Shield Heat

Control Choke

DESCRIPTION

137180 KitSpark Arrestor (Flat Scrn)

179022 Tank Fuel

179124X428 Cap Asm Fuel

Clamp Hose Black

Line Fuel

Plug Drain Oil Easy

StemTank Fuel

Screw HexwshThdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

Screw Socket Head 5/16-18x 1

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

Bushing

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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When stz

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2. Sit or

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3. Place

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5. Move

6. Pull c

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 180598

2 180166

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 195696

11 166369

12 174648

13 121248X

14 72050412

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pivot Fender

Clip Push-In

Nut Hex w/Ins 3/8-18 unc

Spring Seat Cprsn

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

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga,

Pan Seat

Knob Seat Adj Wingnut

Bracket Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

15 121249X Spacer Split

16 123740X Spring Cprsn

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

18 124238X Cap Spring Seat

21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 uric

22 STD541431 NutHex LockW/Ins 5/16-18

24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x 62

41 140675 Strap Aem. Fender

NOTE:Allcomponent dimensions given inU.S.inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

DECALS

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11 7

16 3 13 21 11 10

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 187407

2 138047

3 194023

4 194024

5 194027

6 146046

7 193654

8 179128

9 400482

10 156439

11 189637

12 160396

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal Reflector LH 13 133644

Decal BatteryDiehardSears 15 187408

Decal HoodRH 16 164065

Decal HoodLH 18 193307

Decal FenderCraftsman 20 149516

DecalV-BeltDdveSchematic 21 194025

DecalDash 23 189684

Decal Deck Caution - - 178392

Decal Replacement Hood - - 184310X428

Decal Fender Danger - - 18431lX428

Decal Panel Dash - - 400445

Decal V-BeltSchematic - - 400446

DESCRIPTION

Decal Replacement Parts

Decal ReflectorRH

Decal SteeringWheel

Decal FenderOpr,

Decal Battery

Decal HoodSide Panel

Decal Engine

Decal ChassisDisconnect

PadFootrestLH

PadFootrestRH

ManualOwner'sEnglish

ManualOwner'sSpanish

WHEELS & TIRES

2 _ 5,8

4,10

wheeL1

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X417

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X417

9 138468

10 7152J

11 104757X428

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DESCRIPTION

Cap ValveTire

Stem Valve

Tire FTs 15 x 6.0 - 6 Service

TubeFront(ServiceItem Only)

RimAsm6" front Service

FittingGrease(FrontWheelOnly)

BearingFlange (FrontWheelOnly)

Rim Asm 8" rearService

Tire RTs 20 x 8-8 C Service

Tube Rear (Service Item Only)

Cap Axle BIk 1.50x 1.00

Sealant, Tire (10 oz.Tube)

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

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 197980

2 198070

3 188822

4 12000002

5 19211621

6 120183X

7 175830

11 139865

12 139866

13 STD624008

15 173288

DESCRIPTION

PlungerAssembly

ShaftAssembly,Lift

PinGmove

E-Ring

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

BearingNylon

GripHandle Fluted

LinkLiftL.H.

LinkLiftR.H,

RetainerSpring

LinkFrontSusp

KEY PART

NO. NO,

16 733508O0

17 175689

18 73800800

19 139868

20 194209

31 169865

32 73540600

DESCRIPTION

Nut Hex Jam 1/2-13 unc

TrunnionFrontSusp

Nut Lockw/Wsh1/2-13 unc

ArmAsm SuspensionMower

PinCotter7/16 BowTie Lock

BearingPivotLift

NutCrownlock3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWERDECK

117

140"

, 138

_:_" 119"

11T"

116

149

19F 21

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 182032 MowerHousing

2 STD533107 Bolt

3 138017 Bracket AsmSway Bar Front

4 194208 Pin Cotter5/16 BowTie Lock

5 STD624008 RetainerSpring

6 178024 Bar SwayDeck

8 850857 BoltHex3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr.8

9 STD551137 WasherLock

10 140296 WasherHardened

(The following bladesare available

11 138971 Blade 42" Hi-Lift

(For bagging or discharge)

- - 134149 Blade 42" Mulching STD

(For mulching mowersonly)

- - 139775 Blade 42" Mulching Premium

(For better wear when mulching)

13 137645 Shaft Assembly MandrelVented

(Incl. Key Number 6)

14 128774 Housing Mandrel Vented

15 110485X Bearing Ball Mandrel

16 174493 Stripper Mower Deck

18 72140505 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8

19 132827 Bolt Shoulder

20 159770 Baffle Vortex

21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 unc

23 177563 BracketDeflector

24 105304X Cap Sleeve

25 123713X Spring Tomion Deflector

26 110452X Nut Push

27 130968X428 Shield Deflector

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

29 131491 Rod Hinge

30 173984 ScrewThdrol RollingWsh Hd

31 187690 Washer Spacer

32 153535 Pulley Mandrel

33 178342 NutToplockFlanged

34 STD533717 Bolt

36 131494 Pulley Idler Flat

40 73900600 Nut Lock 3/8-16 une

44 140088 Guard Mandrel L.H.

45 STD624003 Retainer

46 137729 ScrewThd. Roll 1/4-20x 5/8

54 178515 Washer Hardened

55 155046 Arm Idler

56 165723

59 141043

61 174882

68 174883

92 STD541437

113 17000510

116 4898H

117 188606

118 73930600

119 19121414

129 19131312

130 STD523710

131 STD53.3710

134 156941

135 159765

136 155986

138 159763

139 159767

140 159768

143 157109

144 158634

145 165888

146 171977

148 169022

149 165898

150 19091210

159 STD533717

184 19131410

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Spacer Retainer

Guard Tuv Idler (94)

Spring Ext Elect Clutch

V-Belt

Locknut HexW/Wsh 3/8-16 unc

Screw 5/16-18

Bolt Shoulder

Wheel Gauge

Nut Crownlock 3/8-1

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

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

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

Bolt RdhdSqnk 3/8-16 unc x 1

Pin Head Rivet

BracketAsmWheel Gauge Rear

Bar Adjusting Gauge Wheel

BracketAsmWheel Gauge Rear

BracketAsmWheel Gauge Front

BracketArm Idler42"

Keeper Belt42"Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

BoltCarraige Idler

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring YellowZinc

Washer 9/32 x3/4 x 10 Ga.

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 unc x 1-3/4

Washer 3/8

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

housing, shaft and shaft hardware

only-pulley not included)

Replacement Mower,Complete

(Std. Deck-Order separately

gauge wheels 5, 116-119,134,

136).

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions given inU.S.inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

87 115

115 87

160

207 2_

10t

102

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275685

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772151 Cover L.H. 70 786196 Spacer .625.765

3 770135 Case 79 792201 Spring

5 776355 Counter Shaft 85 792154 Oil FillPlug

6 778263 Spur Gear 11T 87 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

9 786197 Neutral Sleeve (.572) 99 792141 Washer .3771D .058W

13 778368 BeveIGear (Incl. 14) (13 100 792200 SnubberWasher

Teeth) 101 792199 Snubber Spring .471D

14 778368 Bevel Gear (Incl. 13) (13 102 792184 Washer .4371D .078W

Teeth) 103 792193 Screw, 1/4-28 x .490

15 778373 Ring Gear (54 Teeth) 104 792198 Nut, 3/8-24

17 786139 Drive Pin 105 780096 Washer .625 ID .057W

22 792194 Spring 106 786162 Sleeve Assembly

23 792195 Washer .750 ID 107 792046 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"

25 792073A Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 109 788104 =O"Ring

26 792125 Retaining Ring 113 786199 Sleeve Ass'y (Incl. 157)

28 792035 Retaining Ring 114 786200 Sleeve Ass'y (Incl. 87)

29 780065 Washer .627 ID .091W 115 786198 Sleeve Assembly (Incl. 87)

31 780189 Washer .563 ID .062W 127 784384 Shift Lever Ass'y (Incl. 109)

36 790071 Brake Disk 150 788093A LiquidGasket RTV Silicon

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate 157 788102 Oil Seal 9/16"1D

38 799021 Brake Pad 180 730229 BOilSpec. (80W90)

40 792204 Roll Pin .25 182 788103 Grommet

41 790102 Brake Lever 183 792118 ReliefValve

42 792202 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4 184 792196 Hose Barb

42A 792203 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 185 798050 Tubing1/2 x 5

43 792171 Screw,10-24x.500 190 792150 Washer

44A 790100 Inside Brake (Mach) 191 792151 Nut 7/16-20

44B 790099 Outside Brake (Casting) 200 794787 Differential(Gear Reduction

45 790101 Actuator Rod Drive)

47 774869 Axle 16.812 203 798044 Pulley& Hub Ass'y

48 774688 Axle 11.625 206 798055 DisconnectLever

49 778378 Spur Gear 18T 207 798053 MountingPlate

56 778379 Spur Gear 81T 208 798040 Fan

65 780195 Washer .7501D .062W 209 798054 Control Lever

67 776440 Brakeshaft 210 794788 Hydro Module LH Fender

Control

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677TYPE NUMBER 0413-E1

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677TYPE NUMBER 0413-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 699753 Cylinder Assembly 150

2 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 160

3 391086- Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 163

4 699747 Sump-Engine 165

5 693998 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 1) 187

5A 693999 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 2) 187A

7 693997 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head

8 499601 Breather Assembly 188

9 690937 • Gasket-Breather 192

10 691108 Screw (Breather Assembly) 209

11 690942 Tube-Breather 211

12 697227. Gasket-Crankcase 212

13 791130 Screw (Cylinder Head) 213

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 216

15A 691680 Plug-Oil Drain 219

16 790136 Crankshaft 220

20 690947 * Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 222

22 694966 Screw (Crankcase Cover) 227

23 691053 Flywheel 231

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 240

25 694003 Piston Assembly (Standard) 250

694007 Piston Assembly (.020" Oversize) 252

26 694004 Ring Set (Standard) 265

694008 Ring Set (.020" Oversize) 267

27 690975 Lock-Piston Pin 276

28 690229 Pin-Piston (Standard) 287 691108

29 499583 Rod-Connecting (Standard) 304 790688

32 690976 Screw (Connecting Rod) 305 691005

33 499596 Valve-Exhaust 305A 790690

84 697464 Valve-Intake 309 691262

35 690963 Spring-Valve (Intake) 310 691263

36 690963 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 311 497608

42 499586 Keeper-Valve 332 691059

45 690977 Tappet-Valve 338 691060

46 790562 Camshaft 334 691061

48 698172 Short Block 337 691043

50 695241 Manifold-Intake 358 694012

51 690950 °O_ Gasket-Intake 363 691062

53 690951 Stud (Carburetor) 383 690966

54 695239 Screw (Intake Manifold) 385 690960

54A 699816 Screw (Intake Manifold) 387 808656

73 494439 Screen-Rotating 404 690442

74 698425 Screw (Rotating Screen) 405 697820

75 691056 Washer (Flywheel) 418 690999

89 690283 Plug-Oil 431 790816

95 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve) 445 499486

98 699721 Kit-Idle Speed 447 691003

104 6949180 Pin-Float Hinge 447A 691108

105 698537 O Valve-Float Needle 467 691008

108 699723 Valve-Choke 467A 790697

117 699494 Jet-Main (Standard) 474 696458

117A 699495 Jet-Main (Standard) 501 691185

121 699734 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 505 691029

125 699709 Carburetor 510 497606

130 690993 Valve-Throttle 513 692024

131 499805 Kit-Throttle Shaft

133 699724 FIoat-Carburator

185 699729 Tube-Fuel Transfer O

137 690994 O:_ Gasket-Float Bowl :_

146 690979 Key-Timing +

690995 O:1: Gasket-Nozzle

699727 Retainer-Solenoid

691001 ,'+ Gasket-AirCleaner

693148 Nut (Ring Gear)

691049 Line-Fuel

691050 Line-Fuel(Cut to Required

Length)

691108 Screw (Control Bracket)

690083 Adjuster-RockerArm

697674 Spring-Governor

691019 Spring-Governed Idle

695238 Link-Governor

691021 Bracket-ChokeControl

691022 Link-Choke

698231 Gear-Governor

690412 Washer (Governor Gear)

698761 Bracket-Control

691048 Lever-Governor Control

690718 Screw (Choke Valve)

691035 Filter-Fuel

690957 Retainer-Breather

690956 Collector-Oil

691024 Clamp-Casing

695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

690997 ,O:_ Washer-Sealing

Screw (Dipstick/'l'ubeAssembly)

Housing-Blower

Screw (Blower Housing)

Motor-Starter

Screw (Starter Motor)

Brush Set

Nut (Flywheel)

Armature-Magneto

Screw (Magneto Armature)

Spark Plug

Gasket Set-Engine

Puller-Flywheel

Wrench-Spark Plug

Screw (Fue! Pump)

Pump-Fuel

Washer (Governor Crank)

Screw (Back Plate)

Plate-Carburetor

Elbow-Intake

Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge

Screw (Air Guide Cover)

Knob-Air Cleaner

Knob-AirCleaner

Alternator

Regulator

Nut (Governor Control Lever)

Drive-Starter

Clutch-Drive

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit,Key.No.121

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.977

Included in Valve Overhaul Kit, Key. No. 1095

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U.S.inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275685

BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677TYPE NUMBER 0413-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

523 691036 Dipstick 967 273638

524 691032 • SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube) 968 790689

525 691037 Tube-Dipstick 975 499810

526 691108 Screw (Regulator) 977 699735

544 Armature-Starter (Serviced by 987 691000 O_

691262 Starter Motor Only) 1005 790698

552 690552 Bushing-Governor Crank 1013 690954

552A 690553 Bushing-GovernorCrank 1017 690770

562 690311 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1019 693995

573 691009 Plate-Back 1022 690971 ,+

601 691038 Clamp-Hose 1023 499599

615 698290 Retainer-Governor Shaft 1023A 499600

616 691045 Crank-Governor 1024 499054

617 697891 SeaI-O Ring (Intake Manifold) 1026 690981

628 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket) 1026A 690982

633 6909980_ Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft 1027 492932

635 66538 Boot-Sparkplug 1029 690972

654 690958 Nut (Carburetor) 1035 691042

668 691215 Spacer 1036 790625

672 690234_ Gasket-Carburetor Plate 1051 691265

691 690657, Seal-Governor Shaft 1054 280275

695 693149 Screw (Ring Gear) 1058 275475

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1070 690372

703 691010 Clip 1090 691293

718 690959 Pin-Locating 1095 694013

726 499612 Gear-Ring 1100 690973

741 690980 Gear-Timing 1119 691183

742 690328 Retainer-E Ring 1123 699725

750 696999 Screw (Oil Pump Cover) 1124 690988 _1_

783 693058 Gear-Pinion 1126 690991

788 691039 Bracket-Fuel Pump 1128 690990 O

789 698330 Harness-Wiring

789A 696576 Harness-Wiring

797 691029 Nut (Brush Retainer)

797A 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer)

798 697890 Screw (Rocker Arm)

801 691283 Cap-Drive

802 691286 Cap-End

803 Housing-Starter (Serviced by

891262 Starter Motor Only)

842 691031 ° SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick)

847 499602 Assembly-Dipstick/Tube

851 493880 Terminal-Spark Plug

855 691011 Adapter-Air Cleaner

865 691012 Cover-Air Guide (Cylinder 1)

865A 691014 Cover-Air Guide (Cylinder 2)

865B 691015 Cover-Air Guide

868 690968 _+ Seal-Valve °

877 399916 Wire/Con hector-Alternator O

883 690970 ,+ Gasket-Exhaust

914 691127 Screw (Rocker Arm Cover)

918 694000 Hose-Vacuum +

929 695239 Screw (Choke Control Bracket)

929A 691003 Screw (Choke Control Bracket)

943 690589 • SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover)

947 699728 Solenoid-Fuel

965 499613 Cover-Oil Pump

Filter-Pre Cleaner

Cover-Air Cleaner

Bowl-Float

Gasket Set-Carburetor

Seal-Throttle Shaft

Fan-Flywheel

Nipple-Oil Filter

Screen-Oil Pump

Kit-Label

Gasket-Rocker Cover

Cover-RockerArm (Cylinder 1)

Cover-RockerArm (Cylinder 2)

Pump-Oil

Rod-Push (Steel)

Rod-Push (Aluminum)

Filter-Oil

Arm-Rocker

Shaft-Pump

Label-Emission

Ring-Retaining

Cable-Tie

Owner's Manual

Screw (Flywheel Fan)

Retainer-Brush

Set-Valve Gasket

Pivot-RockerArm

Screw (Alternator)

SeaI-O Ring (Solenoid Retainer)

SeaI-O Ring(Fuel TransferTube)

Screw (FuelTransferTube)

Screw (Carburetor Nozzle)

1329 445777-0027Replacement Engine(If original

engine is equipped with a six pin

wiring harness transfer to the

replacement engine.

Transfermuffler and/or spark

arrestor assembly from the

original engine if suitable for

additional serviceor add new

parts as required. Transferoil

sensorto the replacement

engine),

1330 273521 Repair Manual

1342 699731 Extension-Fuel TransferTube

1353 699725 SeaI-O Ring (Fuel TransferTube

Extension)

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

121

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.977

Included in Valve Overhaul Kit, Key. No. 1095

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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