Craftsman 917270411 13.5 HP Electric Start 42" Mower 6 User Manual

Owner's Manual

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13.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917,270411

, Safety

o Assembly

, Operation

Maintenance

Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659=5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am ,,5 pro, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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

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

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

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

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

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

Maintenance ............... i...........................17

Service and Adjustments ............................21

Storage .................................................. 27

Troubleshooting .......... _......................... 28

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

Parts Ordering ............ 'o.......... Back Cover

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For one (1) year from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is ma!n-

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

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

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

- Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

o Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-

tery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty

service on your Craftsman ridingequipment is available at no charge for 30 days from

the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center, After 30 days from the

date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip-

ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail-

able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This

warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you

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

state.

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

GENERAL OPERATION

e Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine ifanyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

° Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary, Always look down and

behind before and while backing,

. Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

= Slow down before turning.

= Never leave a running machine unat-

tended° Always turn off blades, set park..

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

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• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light,

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

° Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

o Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or ifyou feel uneasy on

it, do not mow ito

DO:

o Mow up and down slopes, not across°

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

° Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope_

o Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope_

DO NOT:

• Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

° Do not mow on wet grass, Reduced

traction could cause sliding,

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground

o Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity, Never

assume that children wd|remain where

you last saw them.

o Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

o Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

o Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children,

° Never carry children, They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine,

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

o Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels, They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow en-

gine to cool before refueling, Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors,

Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

o Never run a machine inside a closed

area,

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

° Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting,

o Nevermakeadjustmentsorrepairswith

theengine running.

" Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufa!cturer's recommended parts,

when n_cessa_

o Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap tl_eblade(s) or wear g!oves, and

use extI'a caution when servnclng them.

', Cheek I_rake operation frequently.

Adjust _nd service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing, Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

. Never carry passengers,

• Do not mew in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing°

,, Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

,, Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

,' Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

_kLook for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TIONI!! BECOME AWARE!!I YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

•_kCAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starling when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

o Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not

across.=

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, _,tc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

° Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while orLthe slope.

o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

° Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible,

,_.WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive hai'm.

GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 30 (above 32°F)

API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

S-_RK PLUG: Champion J19LM or

RJ19LM

GAP: ,030") STD361458

VALVE INTAKE: .005"-.007"

CLEAFLA,NCE: EXHAUST: .009"-.011"

GROUND SPEED

(MPH):

FORWARD:

1sT 1,0

2ND 1.3

3RD 2,1

4TM 3, '1

5TM 4.0

6TM 5.1

REVERSE: 1_6

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 12PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

E3ATTERY: AMP/FIR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: U1R

E3LADEBOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well4rained 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".

A Sears Maintenance Agreement isavail-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSMBILITIES

, Read and observe the safety rules,

,, Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_kWARNING: 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

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

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Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Large Flat Washer

(2) Sheet

Metal

Screws

#10-t6 × 1!2

(1) Locknut

3/8.24

(1) Knob

(1) Washer

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

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x3/4

(2) Lock

Washers 114

_ (2)Hex

(2) Washers Nuts

9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 1/4-20

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Parts packed separately In carton

Seat

Video

Cassette

Steering

Wheel

L.,ul

- Steering ........ .._

Manual Beot Parts Bag

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

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Slope Sheet

_.__> teering

Wheel

Insert

Steering

Bushing

,_ (2) Keys

Steering Wheel

, , Adapter

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

unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and pi'oper operation of your tractor

all parts and hardware you assemble must be t ghtened securely. Use the correct tools

as necessary to insure proper tightness. Revlew the video cassette before you begin_

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrenchset willmake assembly

easier.Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below,

(1) 9/16" wrench

(2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Pliers

(1) Utility knife

(2) 7/t 6" wrenches

(1) Phillips Screw-

driver

(1) Tire pressure

gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

o Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

o Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping cadon, and

lay panels flat.

, Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

o Slide the steering bushing over the

steering shaft,

• Raise steering shaft forward until screw

holes in dash line up with steering bush-

ing. Install two (2) sheet metal screws

and tighten securely.

° Position steering boot over steering

shaft.

o Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

° Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper

steering shaft.

o Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward,

o Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto adapter°

• Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24

Iocknut and tighten securely.

o Snap steering wheel insert into center

of stee_tng wheel.

o Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT" Check for and remove any

staples in!skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid,

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

o Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position,

o Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

o Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

o Roll tractor forward off skid.

o Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor,

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY

,&CAUTION: Do not short battery termF

rials by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc. Positive terminal must be con-

nected first to prevent sparking from acci-

dental grounding.

o Remove cardboard packing from seat

pan and lift seat pan to raised position.

o Open battery box door and remove pro-

tective plastic.

= Remove terminal protective caps and

discard.

° If this battery is put intoservice after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat.

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps°

o First connect RED battery cable to posi-

tive (+) terminal with hex bolt, flat wash-

er, lock washer and hex nut as shown.

Tighten securely.

, Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) termina! with remaining hex

bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex

nut. Tighten securely.

• Close battery box door. Open battery

box door for:

,, Inspection for secure connections

(to tighten hardware).

• Inspection for corrosion.

, Testing battery.

• Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging.

Positive Discard "lermtnal

(Red) Cable Proctective Caps

Lock Washer

Flat Washer

Hex Bolt

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

Imob.

= Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

o Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt, Tighten shoulder bolt

securely,

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely, Do not tighten.

o Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat,

, Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

° Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

o Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

Negative

(Black)

Seat

Seat Pan .,_===== _k

Shoulder _ frT---_'_l /[

Bolt ,k\_'C"_\_ _

F _ _("_- FlatWasher

Adjustment Knob

Seat

Batter

Door

CHECKDECK LEVELNESS

Fer beet cutting results, mower housing

should be properly teveled_ See '_TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts in

the Service and Adjustments sectoin of

this manual° Verify that the belts are rout-

ed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake isproperly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

,I CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,/" All assembly instructions have been

completed.

# No remaining loose parts in carton

,/" Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum ! hour at 6 amps)o

/" Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/" All tires are properly inf!ated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factor,,,).

v" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

cutting results. (Tires must be properly

inflated for leveling),

,," Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

¢ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped_

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

#" Engine oil is at proper level.

,/ Fuel tank Is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,f Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

Thesesymbolsmayappear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product,

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

FUEL

IXI

CHOKE

REVERSE FORWARD

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON

.@0

MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

FAST

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

UNLOCKED

SLOW

MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION

REVERSE NEUTRAL

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

HIGH

LOW PARKING BRAKE

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KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

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DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

HYDROSTATIC FREEWHEEL

(HydroModels only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

TRACTOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with !he locations of

various controls and adjustments_ Save this manual for future reference°

Arnmeter

ThrottIeChoke

Control_

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Attachment

Clulch Lever

Ignition

Switch

Light

Lift Laver

Plunger

Attachment Lift

Lever

Gearshift

Lever Parking Brake

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Our tractors conform tothe safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

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ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH; Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used

for starting and controllingengine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine_

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

pedal into the brake position.

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GEARSHIFT LEVER: Seledts the speed

and direction of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER; Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign ob_c-"_s'°ihrowninto the

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

es or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjust-

ments or repairs, We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the

spectacles, or standard safety glasses.

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HOW TO USE YOUR TRACT,OR NOTE; Under certain conditions when

Your tractor is equipped with an _perator

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.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" p'osition and hold,

,= Place parking brake lever in

"ENGAGED" position and release pres-

sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in "BRAKE" position

Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

tor secure.

Attachment ClutchLever

Position

Throttle/Choke

Control lever

"Disengaged"

Position

Clutch/Brake

Pedal "Drive" Parklng

Position Brake

"Engaged"

P0sition

Gearshift

"Disengag Lever

Position "Brake"

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

. To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress

clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE"

position.

o Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) posi-

tion.

ENGINE

o Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE_ Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire",

° Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

. Never use choke to stop engine.

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tractor is standing idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

,_pping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION. Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

o Operating engine at less than full throt-

tle reduces the battery charging rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance,

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in neutral

(N) posltiom

,, Move gearshift lever to desired posi-

tion,

o Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears,

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle

TO ADJUST MOWER cUTrlNG HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height°

- Grasp liftlever.

,, Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approximate-

ly 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running, These heights are

approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches during

hot months. For healthier and better

looking lawns, mow often and after

moderate growth.

° Forbestcuttingperformance,grass

over6 inchesin heightshouldbe

mowedtwice. Makethefirstcutrela-

tivelyhigh;the secondto desired

height.

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 wfll shut off the engine.

o Select desired height of cut,

• Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

o TO STOP MOWER BLADES -.disen-

_gage attachment clutch control.

CAUTION. Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

Attachment _"

Lilt Lever

High Position _ _l''_-_ '"_',, ;, Low

_'_-_.._/- Position

AttachmentJ(F_=N _._

Lift Lever .7 //_::_

HighPosition/"---__

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TO OPERATE ON HILLS

,_OAUTION: Do notdriveup ordown

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope. A slope guide

at the back of your manual is provided for

your use.

. Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

° Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

o If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake

position and engage parking brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

o Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment Iift control

,, When p_usl_Ingor towing your tractor, be

sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPHo

NOTE: T_ 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.).

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

• Check engine oil with tractor on teve!

ground.

o Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is

reached, Do not overfill

• For cold weather operation you should

change oll for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainten-

ance section of this manual),

• To change engine oU,see the Mainten-

ance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

° Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octaner (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline, Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to,assure fuet freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

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

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

,_d weather starting.

WARNING: Experience Indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emp-

tied 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.

LIFT ASSEM

See Storage Instructions for, additional

Information. Never use engine or carbure-

tor cleaner products in the fuel tank or per_

_nent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck° Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

= Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch]brake pedal and set

parking brake.

,, Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

o Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

o Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

• Insert key into Ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again° If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

above)

, When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

o 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 ° FAND

BELOW)

o When engine starts, allow engine to run

with the throttle control in the choice

position until the engine runs roughly,

then move throttle control to fast posi-

tion. This may require an eng!ne warm-

up period from several seconds to sev.

eral minutes, depending on the temper-

ature.

o The attachments can also be used dur-.

Ing the engine warm..up pedod.

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.

MOWING TIPS

• "Tirechains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

, Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See %0

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments sectionof this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

o Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the machine.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cut-

ting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turn-

ing to the right so that clippings will dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-

ways, etc. After one ortwo rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished

= If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and possi-

ble 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 unde-

sirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material, Regulate ground speed by se..

lecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of cut desired,

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit tile terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

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Check Engine OII Level

Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filler

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace OII Filler (If equipped)

Clean Engine COOling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filler Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filler

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

itemsthat 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 periodF

cally to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season,

= Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear; A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better end lest longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

o Check brake operation,

o Check tire pressure.

o Check operator presence and interlock

systems for proper operation.

o Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

Spindle

Zerk Zerk

-'rent

Front Wheel Wheel

Searing

Beadng Zerk Zerk

Engine

@Attachment}

Clutch

Pivot(s) i

@SAE30 or I0w30 MotorOIL

General PurposeGrease .

Refer to Maintenance Engine Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon bear-

ings, Viscous lubricants will attract dust

and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-

lubricating bearings. If you feel they must

be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly,

TRACTOR

Always obsewe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See

"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

. Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

on page 5 of this manual).

, Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruls, 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.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to allow

access to blades.

Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

= Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

- Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

Tighten bolt securely (27-35 R. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated.

Blade _ Mandrel

FlatWasl _ Trailing

Washer....'_....._" _ EdgeUp

Lock

Hex Bolt (Grade8)*.

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identified by six Itnes on '_hebolt head_

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

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 it is on the mower.

= To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When L.,singa cone ba!ancer,

follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

o Slide blade onto 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 hori-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy

end until the blade is balanced.

Center Hale

518"Bolt

or Pin

Blade

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. Howev-

er, periodic charging of the battery with an

automotive charger will extend its life.

° Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

o Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I 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.

10 CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

o Remove terminal guard.

= Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

ENGINE

• Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright

o Coat terminals with grease or petroleum

jelly.

,, Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BAT-

TERY" in the Assembly section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build_up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling,

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG or

SH, Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating tem-

perature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 32°E:Check your engine oil

level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours In one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation, Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stick securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

o Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

,, Catch oil in a suitable container.

o Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely,

o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of

this manual.

o Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

Oil Fltl

'-"'Cap/Dipstick

Oil Drain

_,," Plug

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,

o Remove knob(s) and covert

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

o Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water,

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

° Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean,

absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove

excess oil,

° If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner,

o Reinstall pro-cleaner over cartridge,

• Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

o Remove cartridge nut.

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor. Clean

base carefully to prevent debris from

entering carburetor,

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

o Reinstallcartridge,nut,precleaner,

coverandsecurewithknob(s).

IMPORTANT:Petroleumsolvents,suchas

kerosene,arenotto beusedto cleanthe

cartridge.Theymaycausedeteriorationof

thecartddgeoDonotoilcartridge_Donot

usepressurizedair to clean or dry car-

tridge.

Cover

Knob -'_

Cartridge

Nut

Foam

Pre°Cleaner Cartridge

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from over-

heating. Clean with a wire brush er com-

pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn

dried gum fibers_

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

o Remove screws from blower housing

and Ufthousing and dipstick tube

assembly off engine.

o Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of

dirt.

• Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush

to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.

• To reassemble, reverse above proce-

dure.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damager

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown tn "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

on page 5 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season, if fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flew te carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

o With engine cool, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

° Place n.ewfuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor,

° Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clam.

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the elec-

trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-

tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result In a shortened engine

life.

STEERING ._

Assembly

v-'i

Engine Cooling Fins

air screen

_park

.... Plug

_CAUTION: Beforeperforminganyserviceor adjustments:

o Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,

o Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire wllere it cannot come

in contact with plug,

ro REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

o Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever

by removing retainer spring.

o Disconnect antFswaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spdng

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

spdngs.

• Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

, 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

o Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

° Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to rightside of tractor.

o Lower liftlever to its lowest position.

o Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Clutch Lever

Clutch Rod

Retainer

Spdng

Suspension

Arms

Engine Pulley

Front

Link

Retainer

Spring

Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

prlngs

Sides)

AntI-Swaybar

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"). If tires are °

over or underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

o At the midpoint of both sides of mower, o

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, o

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only. '

° To raise one side of mower, tighten lift o

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",

Bottom r---_.---, Bottom

of Cu__I, Curl

GroundLine

equal ir_length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8"o

If links are not equal in length, adjust

one lint_to same length as other link.

"ToIowe_rfront of mower loosen nut "E"

on both_front links an equa number of

turns, i

When d,tstance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at frontjthan !ear, tighten nuts "F"

againstltrunnuon on both front links.

'To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"

from trunnion on both front/inks,

Tighteni nut °E" on both front links an

equal rill tuber of turns.

When distance "D" is 1t8" to 1/2" lower

at frontjthan rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

Rechedk side-to-side adjustment,

i Mandrel

Both Fro,_tLinks Should be Equal in Length

Suspension

Arm

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the followingfront-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 houstng 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,

Cheek adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

= Before making any necessary' adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

Trunnion-'_"_

FrontLinks

Nut"E"

Trunnion

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT (See Illustration Next Page)

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools, Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

, Remove mower from tractor (See 'q'O

REMOVE MOWER" in thls section of

this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idlerpulleys.

. Pull belt away from mower,

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

Mandrel

Pulley

o Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

o Install mower in reverse orderof

removal instructions.

idler

Pulleys

Mandrel

Pulley

TO 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 six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

o Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.

o Measure distance between brake oper-

at ng arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

o If distance is Other than 1-1/2", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2", Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

o Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance ts still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center.

With Parklng Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

!/am Nut

i°_Operating Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

, Remove mower (See 'qO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manua!.)

• Remove upper belt keeper.

o Remoye belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

, Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around engine

pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above pro-

cedure.

IMPORTANT: Make sure upper belt keep-

er is positioned properly between locater

tab.

Engine

Pulley _ Locater Tab

clutcht.g_ 1"--4

Idler II .-_ I Ir'-- UpperBelt

11/ 1=t II Keeper

Stationary "ql I[ II

,d,er !1 L,LII

Transaxle..._ II rl i _11

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not hori-

zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi-

tioned straight forward, remove steering

wheel and reassemble per instructionsin

the Assembly section of this manual,

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

o Block up axle securely.

= Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

o Repair tire and reassemble.

* On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key,

, Replace washers and snap retaining

dng securely in axle groove.

° Replace axle cover.

NOTE; To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

° Connect one end of the SLACK cable to

the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery,

= Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

o Remove BLACK cable first from chassis

and then from the fully charged battery.

o Remove RED cable last from both bat-

tedes,

PositiveTerminal Negative Terminal

Retaining

Ring

Axle Cover

"_ Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK

BATTERY

_,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around battedes.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged° If "jumper

cables" are used for emergency starting,

follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

Positive Terminal'.

Charged

Battery

Negative Terminal

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

= Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the

backside of the grill.

° Close hood,

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractorto run poorly, stop running, or pre-

vent it from starting

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia-

gram in the Repair Parts section of this

manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-infuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

,, Stand in front oftracton Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and liftoff of

tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedures.

Headlight

Wire

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any nora

road engine repair establishment or indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE 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 toUows:

o With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi-

tion. Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

', Check that holes "A" in governor control

lever and hole in governor plate line-up.

If holes "A"are not aligned, loosen

clamp screw and move throttle cable

until holes are aligned_ Tighten clamp

screw securely.

Governor Governor

ControlLever ControlPlate

/ _ Screw Throttle

Holes "A" Cable

TO ADJUST CAFIBURFTOH

NOTE: The carburetoron thisengineis

low emission, It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limiter cap. The timiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the fac-

tory and adjustment should not be neces-

sary. However, minor adjustment may be

required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:

In general, tuming idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture,

Turning the idle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture,

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve

and the seat in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

, Air cleaner assembly must be assem-

bled to the carburetor when making car-

buretor adjustments,

o Be sure the throttle control cable ls

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SETTING -

o Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever In neutral (N) positlon.

• Move throttle control lever to slow posi-

tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttle

lever against idle speed screw. "[urn idle

speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

o While sire noJamg mrot[ie Jever agamsl

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve

full travel clockwise then counterclock-

wise until engine runs rough. Turn valve

to a point midway between those two

positi(_nsoRelease throttle lever.ACCEL-

ERAT!ON TEST -

o Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position° If engine hesitates or dies,

turn idle mixture valve out (counter-

clockWise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusts& Do

not adjust--damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine govemor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed, overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous, if you think the

englne..governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest authorized

service center, which has proper equip-

ment to make any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed Throttle

Screw Lever

Urnlter

Immediatelyprepareyourti'actorfor stor-

ageatthe endoftheseasonor if the trac-

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

._,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor-

ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

o Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

o Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructionsin the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual),

o Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

o Be sure that all nu!s, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear,

Replace if necessary.

* Touch up all rustedor chipped paint sur-

faces; sand lightly before painting,

BATTERY

o FUlly charge the battery for storage,

o After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging,

o To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual),

o After cleaning, leave cables disconnect-

ed and place cables where they cannot

come in contact with battery terminals.

o If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battei'y 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 filter,

fuel hose, or tank during storage° Also,

experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (calied 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.

= Drain the fuel tank.

o Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty,

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

° Use fresh fuel next season,

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta-

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-

tor 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

• Remove spark plug(s).

o Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

o Turn Ignition key to "STAR]" position for

a few seconds to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

o Replace your gasoline can if it 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 mota,,

ture, Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust,

IMPORTANT; Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn

over

Engine clicks but

will not start

CHART

CAUSE

o Out of fuel.

, Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

o Engine flooded.

- Bad spark plug.

= Dirty air filter.

* Dirty fuel filter.

, Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjust..

ment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

Weak or dead battery.

o Dirty fuel filter.

, Stale or dirty fuel.

= Loose or damaged wiring.

, Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

o Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

° Attachment clutchis

engaged.

° Weak or dead battery.

° Blown fuse.

= Corroded battery termi-

nals.

o Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty ignition switch.

, Faulty solenoid or starter.

o Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

, Weak or dead battery.

° Corroded battery termi-

nals.

, _Wu

C0 RLRECTION

o Fill fuel tank.

. See "TO START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

, Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

o Clean/replace air tilter.

° Replace fuel filter.

o Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel fil-

ter.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section°

° Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

° Clean/replace air filter.

o Replace spark plug.

. Recharge or replace battery.

o Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refillwith

fresh gasoline.

• Check all wiring.

, See "ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

° Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

o Disengage attachment

clutch.

• Recharge or replace battery.

° Replace fuse.

° Clean battery terminals.

= Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition

switch.

° Check]replace solenoid or

starter.

° Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

• Recharge or replace battery.

° Clean battery terminals.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE

o Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

o Cutting too much

grass/too fast.

° Throttle In "CHOKE" posi-

tion.

o Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower,

o Dirty air filter+

° Low oil level/dirty oil+

o Faulty spark plug.

PROBLEM

Engine clicks but

will not start

(cont'd)

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

Engine continues to

run when opera-

tor leaves seat

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

o Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fue!,

= Water in fuel

• Spark plug wire loose.

,, Dirty engine air

screen/fins.

, Dirty/clogged muffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

o Carburetor out of adjust-

mont.

= Engine valves out of

adjustment.

= Worn, bent or loose blade,

o Bent blade mandrel.

o Loose/damaged part(s).

, Fauliy operator-safety

presence control system.

o Worn, bent or loose blade.

= Mower deck not level.

• Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

• Bent blade mandrel.

- Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

CORRECTION

+ Check all wiring.

o Check/replace solenoid or

starter,

+ Set in =Higher Cut" posi-

tion/reduce speed,

• Adjust throttle control,

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air tilter.

o Check oil level/change oil.

• Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

• Replace fuel filter.

, Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

, Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gaso-

line and replace fuel filter.

• Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

, Clean engine air screen/fins,

• Clean/replace muffler.

° Check all wiring.

, See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section+

o Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

I • Replace blade mandrel.

o Tighten loose part(s)+

Replace damaged parts.

, , ,,,

• Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho-

rized service center.

= Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt,

= Level mower deck.

, Clean underside of mower

housing.

= Replace blade mandrel.

* Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes,

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Poor cut - uneven

(cont'd)

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poorgrass dis-

charge

Headlight(s) not

working (if so

equipped)

Battery willnot

charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine "OFF"

CAUSE CORRECTION

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

° Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

o Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

, Frozen idler pulley.

[ • Frozen blade mandrel.

• Engine speed too slow,

• Travel speed too fast.

= Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air pres-

sure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn,

o Blades improperly

installed.

= Improper blades used.

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

° Switch is "OFF".

= Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

= Loose or damaged wiring.

= Blown fuse,

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

o Faulty alternator.

° Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

i ,

o Remove obstruction.

° Replace mower drive belt.

Replace idler pulley.

Replace blade mandrel.

, i

" Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

= Shift to slower speed.

* Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

, Level mower deck.

i,_ Check tires for proper air

pressure.

Replace/sharpen blade.

= Tighten blade bolt.

:'r Clean underside of mower

: housing.

Replace mower drive belt.

, Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

o Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

o Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Turn switch "ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

° Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connections.

, Replace fuse.

° Replace battery.

° Check/clean all connection&

o Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

. Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to Idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

BATTERY

_<_ .to

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL) WH_

.._ )G L(

IGNITION

SWITCH

IGNITION SWITCH

pOSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF G +M÷ L NONE

RUN/LIGHT B÷L A+Y

RUN B+ L NONE

START B_-L+ S NONE

SEAT SW1TCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

GROUNDING

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM,

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

HEADLIGHTS

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE,

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED, AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WiLL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP. THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

llaowt_

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS F_

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144925

2 74760412

3 STD551025

4 $TD551125

6 STD541025

8 156417

16 153664

19 BTD551125

20 73350400

21 136850

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 108824X

28 4207J

29 121305X

30 140301

31 124211X

32 141226

33 109310X

40 156442

41 71110408

42 131-r.r.r.r.r.r.r.r.r_]3

43 1456'73

44 73640400

45 121433X

52 141940

70 140413

NOTE:

Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp

Bolt, Hax Head 1/4-20 L_ncx 3/4

Washer

Nut

Case, Battery Mech Hinge

Switch, Intertock Push-In

Washer, Lock

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4o20UNC

Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J)

Bulb, Light

Cable, Battery, 6Gauge, Red, 11'

Cable, Battery, 6Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire

Fuse, 30 Amp

Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12"

Switch,Plunger

Switch, Ignition

Nut, Ignition

Cover, Key Switch

Kay, Ignition

Harness, Ignition

Bati, FlexHead, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2

Cover, Terminal, Red

Solenoid

Nut KepsBIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Ammeter Rectangular6 Amp

Protection Wlm Loop

Harness EngineB&S

All component dimensions give in U.S Inches

1Inch = 25.4 rnm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

26 ' '

38 34

TRACTOR ..- MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 160393

2 140356

3 17490612

4 STD551025

5 155272

6 155924X015

7 126842X

8 155138

9 161914X012

10 STD533710

11 155927

13 155934X010

14 17490608

15 74180512

16 STD541431

17 154986X558

18 126939×

19 17521312

21 122933X

22 124479X

24 STD523710

25 19131312

26 STD5414_7

28 140137

29 124029X

30 157584X558

31 136619

33 145244X553

34 145243;<558

35 STD533707

37 17490508

38 139886

39 139887

54 161464

140 158418

145 156524

161 161547

- - 5479J

Chassls Asm. 1.3:S'IMP

Drawbar Stretch

Screw Thdrol 3/6-16 x 3/4 Ty-tt

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 16 Ga

Dumper Hood/Dash

Saddle Slkscr FI1LT 6SP Dana

ShieldHr, Hood Lt

ClipRetainer Slide-On

Dash Slkscr l-pc

Dolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16unc X 1

Panel Dash LH

Panel Slkser Dash RH

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

Screw Mach TRHD 5/16-18 unc x 3/4

Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc

Hood Asm

Bumper Hood

ScrewSItd Hex Hd W/PI Washer

Rivet Ratchet Nylon

Washer Nylon BIk29 x 75 x 19

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

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 x 12 Ga

Nut Hax Lock W/lns_3/8-16 Uric

GrilleBlack

Lens Headlight Bar Clear

Fender Pnt LTW/o Shift

Bracket Fender Rep1109973x

Footrest Pnt Lh

Footrest Pnt Rh

Dol_Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/6-16 x 3/4

Screw Thdrol 5/16-16 x 1,2

Bracket Asm Fvt LH MWR Rear

Bracket Asm Pvt RH MWR Rear

Screw

Bracket Suspension Front

Rod PivotChassis/Hood

Extrusion Hood

Plug Button BIk359 Dla Choke

NOTE:

AllcomponentdimensionsgiveinU,S, inches

1inch= 25,4mm

TRACT(}R - - MODEL NU MBER 917.270411

GROUND DRIVE

57 "'+*+'"

1 +__++. ",,

7 ++,======_ !7 ++ +.,_,

• "+_;++ . " . I ', _ . t ,,

++;++..+.- _...:+-+ ,+ o +." o+_+ +,

1 72

I 116

I 4B

150

151

! •

I HA_ I Ui'i - - IVIUUr"L I_UIVlIJr'H _ I/.ZfU_.I t

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

146682

123666X

12000028

121520X

17490512

162240

131679

STD561210

105701X

19151216

74550412

STD551125

74496544

STD523718

STD541437

106933X

130804

STD541237

106888X

STD551037

STD561210

146204

124236X

130807

127275X

STD523107

155071

120183X

STD551062

1572H

123674X

STD523727

4470J

Transaxle Dana 43604 28 41 154777

(See Breakdown) 42 19131312

Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 47 127783

Pulley Transaxle 18/20" tires 48 154407

Ring Retainer #5100-62 49 123205X

Strap Torque 30 Degrees 50 STD523715

Screw Thdrol 5/18-18 X 3/4 51 STD541437

52 STD541431

Bracket Saddle Shilt T/a 53 105710X

Rod Shf Sdl LY/¥T Btr BIkZinc 55 105709X

PinCotter 1/8 X 1Cad 66 STD523712

Washer Plate Shf 386 Sq Hole 57 160855

Washer 15/32 X 3/4 X 16ga 6B 127274X

Boll 1/4-2Bunt Gr8 W/Patch 59 140312

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 61 17490612

BoltHex FLGHD5/16-18Gr,5 62 8883R

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 G_ 63 140186

NutLock Hex W/Ins. 3/84 6 64 71170764

Une 65 STD551143

Knob Rd 1/2-13 PIstcThds BIk 66 154778

Rod Brake BIkZinc 26 840 70 134683

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 72 19132012

Spdng Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 74 109502X

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 16 Ga 75 121749X

PinCotter1/8 X 3/4 Cad 76 STD581075

Rod Brake ParldngLt/Yt 77 123683X

Cap Brake Pa_ng Red 76 121748X

Bracket Mtg Traneaxle 112 t 9091210

Keeper BOltLH LT14 Ga 116 72110610

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18un0 X 3/4

ShaftAsm Pedal Foot LT/STLT 148 159103

Beadng Nylon BIk629 Id 149 122052X

Washer 21/32 X 1 X 16 Ga 150 150935

PinRoll 3/16 X 1" 151 19133210

Pulley Idler Rat

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 2..3/4 NOTE:

Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp

Keeper Belt Idler FoolProof

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

Pulley IdlerV Groove Plastic

Betlcrank Asm Clutch

Retalner Belt StyleSpring

Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16unc X 1-1/2

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

Unk Clutch 7 66

Spring Return Clutch 6 75

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 uno x 1-1/4

V-Belt Gd Ddve 95 25

Keeper Belt RH LT Pnt/zinc 169

Keeper Belt Centerspan

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty4t

Cover Pedal BIk Round

Pulley Eng CI Mech 38dag

LT/YT

Bolt Hex 7/16-20x4 Gr 5

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

Keeper Belt EngineFool Proof

Guide Belt Mower Ddve RH

Washer !3/32 X 1-1/4 X 12 Ga

Spacer Axle

Washer 25,/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

E-dng #5133-75

Key Square 2 0 X 1845/1665

Washer25/32 X 1-5/6 X 16ga

Washer 9/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

BoK Rdhd Sq Neck 3/6o18x

1,25

Spacer

Spacer, Retainer Pm

Bushing, Nylon Collared

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga,

All componentdimensionsgiveinU.S

inches 1inch=25.4mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

STEERING ASSEMBLY

L '

:: ...... t, , ;"------ t

. .&-::[-[, - .-,

/ I

TRACTOR: - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 Steering Wheel

2 154427 Axle Assembly STMP DroppedSTL

3 156483 Spindle Assembly, L.H

4 157473 Spindle Assembly, R H.

5 6266H Bearing,Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 × 15 Gauge

7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-114x 16 Gauge

8 12000029 Rfng, Kltp

9 3366R Beadng, Steering Column

10 156438 Dragllnk Extended Stamped

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

13 154779 BearingAxle STLT/GT

15 73901000 Nut, Lock, Flange 5/9-11 UNC

17 156_15 Shaft Assembly, Steering

18 57079 Washer,Thrust 513 x .750 x 033

19 124035X Support, Shaft

20 126684X Washer, Shim 1/4 x 5(8 x .(].62

22 71200410 Screw, Hex Socket 1/4-20 x 5/8

23 12790t Pittman Shatt Assembly

25 154406 Bracket, Steedng

26 126847)( Suahlng, Link, Drag

27 136874 Gear, Sector

28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x T/Bx16 Gauge

29 17490612 Scraw,Thd., Roll. 5/8-16 × 3/4

30 STD561210 Pin

32 130465 Rod, T_e

36 155099 J3ushfng,Steering

37 152927 Screw

38 139769 Insert, Sleeting Wheel

39 19133608 Washer 13/32 x 2_3/8 x 8 Gauge

40 STD541537 GripooNut

41 104820X Adaptor, Steering Wheel

42 124417X Boat, Steering Shaft

43 121749X Washer 25/32. x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

47 6855M Fitting, Grease

62 156593 Kit Staering Asm Servlca

65 154790 SpacerAxle

66 154404 Beadng Arm Ptttman

67 74781044 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4

68 154429 Axle, Brace

NOTE:

AllcomponentdimensionsglveninUS. Inches

1 inch=25,4mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27041!

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 162144

2 17720410

4 137348

13 272293

14 13280324

15 13200300

15 STD551237

23 159880

29 137180

31 109202X

32 158990

33 123487X

35 17490512

37 137040

38 .......

40 124028)(

44 17490412

46 19091416

62 8TD551131

72 71070512

78 17490620

81 128861

Control Th/ch RH BIk Pd115 10

Screw Hex Thd Out 1/4-20;<5/8T

Engine B&S (See Breakdown)

Model No 28R707- H40-,EI

Muffler LT B&S 12/12 5/18 I-tP

Gasket Eng 1 313 IdTin Plated

Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt x 3"

Elbow Std90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Shield Browning

Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scm)

Tank Fuel Front 125

Cap Asm Fuel Wlsym Vented

Clamp Hose elk

Screw Thdml 5/16-.18 x 3/4

Une Fuel 20"

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Bush{ng Snap Nyt Blk Fuel Une

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 ga

Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 X 3/4

Screw Thdml 3/8-16x1-1/4 TYTT

Nut Flange 1/4-20 StarlerNut

NOTE: AIt componentdimensions given in US, inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

145122

140551

STD523710

19131510

145006

STD541437

124151X

17490616

19131614

155925

120098

121246X

121248X

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pvt St 14 72050412

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8..16unoX 1 1.5 134300

Washer Rat 13/32 X 1 X10Ga 16 121250X

Clip Push-In Hinged 17 123975X

LocknutHex WiVVsh 3/8-16 21 153235

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 22 STD541431

ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty-tt 24 19171912 '

washer 13/32 X 1X 14 Ge 25 127018X

Pan Seat

Knob Seat 112.,13

Bracket Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap BIk

Ny150 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4_20xl,-1/2

Spacer Split 28x 96 YelZinc

Spring Cprsn 127 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shld 5116-15Unc

Nut LockHex'W/Ina 5/16-18

Washer 17132X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga

BoltShoulder5/16*18 X 62

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U S Inches

1Inch = 25.4 mm

I HAL; I Ul'{ - - iViUUIZ, L I_Ui_g;,l'_ :dI/._/U_ I I

DECALS

6 3

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 273297

2 163209

3 163990

4 163991

6 133644

8 156857

9 163204

10 149516

11 156439

18-I

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

Decal, Engine 12 4900J

Decal, Fender 13 146046

Decal, Hood RH Crafts Sip LT 14 163248

Decal, Hood LH Crafts Sip LT 15 160396

Decal, Maint Oust Sears 18 133179

Domesti 21 131265

Decal, Oper Sd!Pit. Gear - - 157199

Decal, Fender CraftsmanWhite - * 138311

Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng - ° 164841

Acme - - 164842

Decal, FancierEng/span]Dnger

2 13

_- 2

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Clutch/brakeEnglish

Decal, V.BelI Dr SchTractor

Decal, Panel Dash

Decal, V-Belt Sch

Decal, Mower Qc System

Decal, Llghlbox

Pad Footrest

Decal, Handle LftHeight Adjust

Manual Owners English

Manual Owners Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 59192

2 55139

3 106222.X

4 59904

5 106732X427

6 278H

9040H

106108X427

124635X

7152J

104757X

144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap Valve _ra

Stem Valve

Tire FTs 15X50 - 6 Serv]ca

Tube Front (Service ItemOnly)

Rim Asm 6" 1rentWhite Servlca

Fitting Grease (Front Wheel

Only)

Bearing Range (FrontWheel

Only)

Rim Asm 8" rear White SaUce

"13reR"is 18x9 5-8 C Service

Tube Rear (Service Item Only)

Cap Hub Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00

Sealant, 3!re (10oz° Tube)

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S_inches

1Inch= 25A mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

LiFT ASSEMBLY

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger

2 159474 ShaftAsm Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove 1 560 Zinc

4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer PItd 21/32 X 1 X 21ga

6 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id

7 126631X Grip Handle Fluted BIk

8 122365X Bulton Plunger Red

11 139865 Link Lift LH

12 139866 Link Lift RH

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 127218 LinkFront

16 73350800 NutJam Hax 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion Blk Zinc

18 73800800 Nut LockWAvsh 1/2-13unc

19 139868 Ann Suspension Rear

20 STD624008 Retainer Spdng Zinc

31 140302 Beadng Pvt Lift Spherical

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE:

All component dimensions given In U.S, Inches

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - I'_ODEL NUMBER 917.270411

MOWER DECK

,,.18

21 22

,_23 24

TRACTORi- - MODEL NUMBER 9'i7.270411

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO,

144393

STD533107

138017

138440

STD624008

130832

950857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 134149

12 129895

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

16 140329

17 72110610

19 72140505

19 132827

20 159770

21 STD541431

22 134.753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 130968

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34 STD533717

35 133835

36 131494

37 STD551037

40 STD541437

41 133551

43 140083

44 140988

Mower Housing

Bolt

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,

Front

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar

Retainer Spring '

Arm, Suspension, Rear

Bolt, He× 3/8-24× 125 Grade

Washer, Lock

Washer, Hardened

Blade, Mulching

Bearing, Ball

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel,

Vented (Includes Key Number

Housing, Mandrel,Vented

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel

Stripper,Vented Mower Deck

Bolt, Carnage 3/8-16 x 2..1/4

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

Bolt, Shoulder

Baffle, Vortex

Nut,Crowelock5/16-18UNC

StiffenerBracket

Bracket, Deltector

Cap, Sleeve

Spdng, Torsion,Deflector

Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector

Washer 11/32× 5/8 x 16

Gauge

Rod, Hinge

Screw Thdrol Hex Heed Zinc

Mwr

Washer, Spacer

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Toplock, Flanged

Bolt

Fsstner, Christmas Tree

Pulley, ldler_Flat

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

Nul, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Rod, Plvol, will] Ntbs

Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with

Ntbs

Guard, Mandrel, L.H.

DESCRIPTION

45 $I"D624003 Retainer

46 137729 Screw,Thd. Rol! 1/4-20 x 5/8

48 133944 Washer, Hardened

49 155066 RollerAssembly, Cam Follower

50 131340 Boil,Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

51 STD541410 Locknut

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-16 UNC

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 122052X Spacer, R_talner

58 140088 Spdng, TomlonBrakes 42"

59 141043 Guard, TuvIdler (94)

67 162113 Knob,CustomOval

68 144200 V-Bait

71 142427 Rod, Clutch, Primary, withNlbs

72 131870 Spdng, Return

73 127847 Arm, Clutch,Secondary

74 121746X Washer 25/32 x 1.5/6 x 16

Gauge

76 128903 Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC ×

1.44

77 127846 Keeper,Spring

78 160571 Arm,Clutch, PIimary

79 127496 Bushing, Large, Brass

80 153701 Spring,Mower Clutch

81 73350600 Nut, HexJam 3/8-16 UNC

82 142026 Trunnion A_I. 94

83 120958;< Washer, Sintered

84 156084 Keeper, Belt Idler

85 72140620 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16unc x 2-t/2

92 STD541437 Locknut, Hex WNv'sh 3/8-16

UNC

128 153390 Washer Felt

132 19132203 Spacer, Washer 13/32 LD. x 1..

3/80.D. x 1/4

141 6266H Washer Tllrust .75 x 1.230

- - 130794 MandrelAesembly (Includes

Key Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31

and 32)

- - 145411 Mower Deck, Complete

Available Mulcher Plate Kit not includedwithtractor:

- - 141112 Mulcher Close-out Rate Kit

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgivenInUS_]nches

1inch= 25,4mm

TRACTOR = ,"MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-128

TRACTOR -_- MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-128

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 160955 Housing, Upper 88 160944

2 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 39 124839X

3 134400 Ball, Detent 40 120472X

4 105904X Spdng, Detent 41 105928X

5 160940 Screw,Tapping, No. 10-24.X 42 161565

°482 43 134394

6 138235 Assy, Kit. Shifter 44 120473X

7 108727X V-Ring 45 142678

8 148266 Bearing, Flange 46 143697

9 148269 Seal, Oil 47 124641X

10 2225..I Ring, Retalr)lng 48 106589X

11 134793 Assy, Kit, Shim, 625 Shalt 49 120408X

12 148268 Bearing, Flange 50 105937X

18 120415X Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.38 X 51 22.26J

,o46

14 142674 Key,Woodruff, No. 9 52 134401

15 161563 Assy, Kit, Input Shaft 53 2264J

16 161564 Pinion, Bevel, 12T;

17 105909X Ring, Retaining 54 160946

18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 55 160947

19 160942 Cover, Detent 56 160948

20 160943 Gear, Spur, 12T 57 110071X

21 148267 Collar, C_utch 58 120952X

22 138236 Assy, Kit, ClutchKeys 58 160949

23 73810500 Nut, Lack, 5/16-24 60 160950

24 142676 Shaft, Intermediate 61 160951

25 2244J Key, Woodruff,Noo61 62 120961X

26 105916X Ring, Retaining 63 7294J

27 120470X Sprocket, 183" 64 108989X

28 110070X Spacer, 1.131 X 1A5 X .494 65 160952

29 142677 Gear, Spur,37T 66 120954X

30 142681 Gear, Spur,35T 67 160953

3I 124644X Gear, Spur,30T 68 138244

32 108980X Gear, Spur, 25T 69 108996X

33 120406X Gear, Spur,22T

34 134796 Gear, Spur,19T 70 160954

35 105925X Washer, Plain, 640 X 1_37X 71 120951X

.061 72 120416X

36 2228J Washer, Plain, ,632 X 1.00 X

.046

37 2231J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X

031

Assy, Gear, Comb, 12"I& 30T

Shaft, Idler

Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755

Sprocket,9T

Gear, Bevel, 36T

Assy, Kit, Shim, _750Shaft

Shaft, Drive

Gear, Spur, 12T

Gear, Spur, 15T

Gear, Spur, 20T

Gear, Spur,25T

Gear, Spur, 281"

Gear, Spur, 31T

Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X

,060

Washer, Neoprene

Washer, Plain, .758 X 125 X

.031

Axle, LH

Gear, Miter, 12T, Spllned

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur,82T

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 12T,Idler

Axle, RH

Housing, Lower

Puck, Friction

Disc, Brake

Spacer, Brake Puck

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Tapping, 5/16-18 X 2.35

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Rain, .321 X 1_0OX

.055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Puck, F_ction

Grease

NOTE: All component dimensions given InU.S. inches

1inch = 25A mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140.-E1

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'1_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL,

284

171

535

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

BRIGGS & STRAT'rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1

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265

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663

304

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334

100_

1044

455

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411

BRIGGS 8=STRATTOH ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1

1090

121 CARBURETOR KIT

loe_ 1380 so7@

634_ _634A

368 GASKET SET

116 _ 537_

1270

95_'

lo4 los

137Q 142_ 51

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

_RIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 496413 CylinderAssembly 52 272554 e* Gasket, Carburetor

2 399265 Beadng, Cylinder 53 94637 Stud, Carburstor Mounting

3 391086 * Seal, OII 73 224948 Screen, Rotating

4 494238 Base, Engine 75 225136 Washer, Spring

5 494240 Head, Cylinder 78 94626 Screw, Phillips

7 271866 e* Gasket, Cylinder Head 67 491323 * Seal, Governor

8 495735 BreatherAssembly 93 281346 Bushing, Throttta Shaft

(Includes Mounting Gasket) 94 498030 Valve, Needle

9 27803 e" Gasket Valve Cover 95 94099 ** Screw, Throtlle

10 94621 Screw, Barns 98 495808 Screw, IdleAdjust

11 280100 "Tube,Breather 104 231789 =" Pin, Roar Hinge

12 271916 *Gaskat, CrankcaseCover, 1/64' 105 231855 ** Valve, Inlet Needle

271997 " Gasket, Crankc_ea Cover, r005" 1_ 231854 *" Seat, Inlet

271996 " Gaslrst, Crankcase Cover, .009" 105 224540 Valve, Choice

13 94622 Screw, Cylinder Head 121 469220 Carburetor Kit

!5 94239 Plug, Oil Dra{n 123 94913 Screw, ElbowMounting

16 498971 Crankshaft 125 498027 Carburetor

20 291675 * Seal, OII 127 -. - *" Plug, Welch (Said inKit Only)

22 94624 Screw, Serns, Base Mounting 130 224539 Valve, Throttle

23 492326 Flywheel 131 494379 Shaft, Throttle

24 222698 Key, Flywheel 133 494881 Roar, Carburetor

25 394661 PlstonAssembly, Standard Size 137 281165 *"* Gasket, Float Bowl

394662 PistonAssembly, .010' 138 291164 *** Washer, FloatBowt

Oversize 141 495097 Shaft, Choke

394663 PistonAssembly, 020" 142 497736 "* Nozzle, Carburetor

Oversize 497737 Nozzle, Carburetor (High

394664 PistonAssembly, .030" Altitude)

Oversize 146 94196 Key, Timing

26 391780 RingSet, Standard SIze 171 291051 Nut, AlrCleaear

392331 Ring Set, StandardSize, 186 493496 Elbow, Fuel Pipe

Chrome 18'7 298049 Usa, Fuel (Cut to Suit)

391781 RingSet, _OlO"Oversize 168 94627 Screw, Seres

391782 RingSet, ,020" Oversize 201 262767 Link, Governor

391783 RingSel, ,030"Oversize 209 260871 Spdng, Governor

27 260924 Lock, Piston Pin 216 262766 Link, Choke

28 299691 Pin, PIston, Standard SIze 219 490815 Gear, Governor

391296 Pin, Piston,_005' Oversize 222 495611 Plate, GovemorControl

29 490348 Red, Connecting 224 94729 Screw, Hex Head

490469 Rod, Connecting, ,020" 22"? 493935 Lever Assembly, Govemor

Undersize 230 94927 Washer, GovernorCrank

32 94671 Screw, Connecting Rod 232 262785 Spring, Governor Link

33 262246 Valve, Exhaust 240 394356 Filter; Fuel

34 262247 Valve, Intake 265 221536 Clamp, Casing

35 65906 Intake Exhaust Valve

36 26828 Spting, Valve Included in Gasket Set (494241)

37 224502 Guard, Flywheel "" Included In Carburetor Kit(499220)

40 221598 Retainer, Intake Valve *'* Included In both Carburetor tQ (499220),

41 292260 RoIocoll, Exhaust Valve and Carburetor Gasket Set (494,385)

42 494553 Retainer, Rotocoil _ Included inValve Overhaul Gasket Set

45 262248 Tappet, Valve

46 212897 Gear, Cam NOTE: All component dimensions given tn U.S, Inches

50 213819 Carburetor, Elbow 1Inch= 25A mm

51 272465 *"* Gasket, Carburetor

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO_ DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

284 94903 Screw,Shoulder 726 392134 Gear, Ring

284A 94704 Screw, Hex Head 727 490324 Cover, Starter

304 496280 Housing, Blower 728 94951 Screw Torx_

305 94786 Screw, Hex Head 729 281159 Clip, Lead Wire

305A 94881 Screw, Hex 729A 225170 Retainer, Wire

306 224545 Shield, Cyltnder 741 262932 Gear, Timing

307 94930 Screw, Seres 757 213998 Unk, Counterweight

309 491490 Cover, Cylinder Head 758 399891 Counterweight Assembly

309 497595 Motor, Starter 759 298909 Pin, Counterweight

310 94003 ThnJBolt 761 94593 Screw, Counterweight

31t 497608 Brush Assembly 763 280104 Gear

333 492341 Armature, Magneto 801 394856 Cap, Ddva

934 094731 Screw, Seres 802 497605 Cap, End

337 602592 Plug, Spark 803 497604 Housing, Starter

346 94896 Screw, Hex Head 842 270920 * Seal, Cap

956 494328 Wire Assembly 84'7 496415 Tube Assembly, Ol_

358 494241 Gasket Set 851 493880 Terminal, Ignllion Cable

363 19203 Puller, Flywheel 869 261463 Seat, Intake Valve

38.3 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug 870 262924 Seat, Exhaust Valve

445 496894 Cartridge, Air Cleaner 871 261961 Guide, Exhaust Valve

455 221561 Cap, Rywbeel 231218 Guide, Intake Valve, Brass

467 493903 Knob, Air Cleaner 872 281361 Cover, Air Cleaner

474 393474 Stator, Aitamator 875 494237 Body, Air Cleaner

482 93621 Screw, Sems 677 393456 Diode Assembly

503 606000 Strap, Starter 950 94642 Screw, Fuel Bowl

510 497606 StarterDdva Group 965 94010 Nut, Hex

523 495230 Dipstick, Oil 975 495933 Bow], Float

524 281370 " Seal, Oil 977 494385 Carburetor Gasket Set

525 496113 Tube, OUFiller 987 281166 ** Seal, Throttle Shaft

535 2t2403 Element, Filter 1005 281400 Fan, Flywheel

537 281106 _* O-RIng, AIrCleaner 1006 224413 Retainer, Fan

544 497603 Armature, Starter 1019 491252 Label Kit

552 491986 Bushing, GovemorCrank 1036 499362 Label, Kit, Emission

562 94907 Bolt, Governor Lever 1044 94673 Screw, Hex Head

592 231978 Nut, Hex 1045 231828 Extension, Crankshaft

601 93053 Clamp, Fuel Pipe 1090 497607 Retainer, Brush

614 93306 Pin, Cotter 1091 281364 Cap, Ltmltar

615 263080 Retainer 1095 498539 Gasket Set, Valve Overhaul

616 495157 Crank, Governor 2500 28R707-1140 Replacement Engine

634 494453 * Seal, Spdng Assembly -- 496050 Replacement Shortblock

635 66538 Elbow,Spark Plug

646 224546 Brace, AirCleener RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

657 94906 Screw,Seres High Speed: 3000-3200

663 94929 Screw,HaxHead

666 231109 Spacer Included in Gasket Set (494241)

668A 280648 Spacer

689 262820 Spring, Fdctlon Included tn Carburetor Kit (499220)

•"1' Included in beth Carburetor Kit (499220),

and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

Included in Valve Overhaul Gasket Set

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches

1inch= 254 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SnGHT_NG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme |

caution when changing direction on slopes. |

__recti°n °n Sl°Pes` .... .

For the repair or replacement parts you need

delivered directly to your home

Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

1=800=366=PART

(1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a

demicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1.-800-473-7274)

Para pedir servicio de reparacidn a

domici|io - 1-800-676-5811

For the location of a Sears Parts and

Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800°488°1222

For information on purchasing a Sears

Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday

1-800-.827-6655

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following

information:

= Product Type ,,Part Number

Model Number = Part Description

America's Repair SpeciaJ_st5

164841 03,06.98 RD Printedin U.S,A,

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