Craftsman 917272234 2O HP ELECTRIC START 48" MOWER 6 SPEED User Manual

Owner's Manual

2O HP

ELECTRIC START

48" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272234

• Safety

• 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, includingbut not limited to,

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

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

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

tained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for

commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 99 DAY WARRANTY ON BA'I-FERY

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. Warranty

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

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

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

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

WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-8O0-4-MY-HOME

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

MPORTANT: This cuttingmachine iscapable of amputating hands and feet and

throwingobjects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould resultin

seriousinjuryor death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, end follow all

instructionsin the manual end on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsibleadults, who are

familiarwith the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of ob ects suchas

recks, toys, w re, etc,, wh ch cou d be

picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow m reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind betore and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of dding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

• 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-upto 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 majorfactorrelated to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can

resultin severe injuryor death. All slopes

requireextra caution. Ifyou cannotback up

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts,orbumps.

Uneven terrain could overturnthe

machine. Tall grass can hide ob-

stacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

SOthat you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stabilityof the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turnon slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

• Donotmowneardrop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliffor ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

• Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced

traction couldcause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

Ill. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator

is not alertto the presence of children.

Childrenare oftenattracted to the

machine and the mowing activity, Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchfulcare ofanother

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turnmachine off if children

enterthe area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may tal_off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

notsmoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nutsand botts, especially blade

attachmentbolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly,

• Keep machinefree of grass, leaves, or

other debris buUd-up, Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspectthe equipmentif you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running,

• Grass catchercomponentsare subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objectsto be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear g_oves, and

use extra cautionwhen servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adiast and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unlessabso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children.They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchfulcare of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turnmachine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15" Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain couldoverturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have tostop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stoppingon a slope. If

tiros lose traction,disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• DOnot turn on slopes unlessneces-

sary, and then, turnslowly and gradu-

ally downhill,if possible.

A_Look for thissymbol to point out

importantsafety precautions.It means

CAUTION!H BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY ISINVOLVED.

ACAUTION: In order to preventacciden-

tal startingwhen setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs, always

disconnect spark plug wire and place

wire where it cannotcontact spark plug.

_,CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose controlof the

tractor.

ACAUTION: Tow onlythe attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specificationsof the manufacturerof

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate onlyat the lowest

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can losetractionwith

the ground and cause you to lose control

ofyour tractor.

_kWARNING: Engineexhaust some of ts

constituents,and certa n veh ce compo-

nents containor emit chemicals known to

the State of California tocause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

,_WARNING: Battery posts terminalsand

related accessories conta nead and lead

compounds,chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductiveharm. Wash

hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

ASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

=,PAClTY UNLEADED

_JDTYPE: REGULAR

ILTYPE SAE 10W30(above32°F)

,PI-SF-SJ): SAE5Wo30(below32°F)

IL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 4.0 PINTS

;PARKPLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030")

3ROUND SPEED 1st 1,2

MPH): 2nd 1,5

3rd 2.4

4th 3.5

5th 4.8

6th 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

"IRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14 PSI

REAm; _0PSI

;HARGING

YSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPIV

ATrERY: AMP/HA: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 45-55 FT. LBS.

['ORQUE:

ONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

o| a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears or other qualified

service center. We have competent, well-

trained technicians 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 observethe =SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contactyour nearest Sears

storefor details.

CUSTOMER RESPONS|B|LITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Fctlow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caringfor 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 internalcombustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unlessthe

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If aspark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws,

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center. (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Steering Wheel

Steering Sleeve

f_. Seat

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

(1) Knob t'_ Gauge

Mower

i(5) Retainer Springs

(double loop) _P (1)Front Plate

',2) Retainer Springs (single loop)

F (4) Adjusting Bar

(4) Shoulder Bolt _

(4) Retainer Springs (4) Wheels

,_double Ioopj

(4) Locknut 3/8-16

(2) Locknuts 5/16-18

_ [

--____ Nose Roller

u- (2) .ex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 _'-_J Nr°aScekR°s''er

(2) Washers

17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga,

< KeI Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

Video

Cassette For Future Use

Yournewtractorhasbeenassembled at the factory with exception of those parts left

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" Wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/

(1) 1/2" wrench drive ratchet

(1) Utility knife (1) Pliers

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When dght or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from shipping carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

3. Remove mower and package materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

t. Remove lock nutand large flat washer

from steeringshaft.

2. Positionfront whee[s o1the tractor so

they are pointingstraightforward.

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4. Positionsteering wheel so crossbars

are horizontal(left to right)and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

5. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with lock nutand large flat

washer previouslyremoved. Tighten

securely.

6, Snap steering wheel insertinto center

of steering wheel.

7. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staplesin skid that may puncture tires

where tractor isto roltoff skid,

SteeringWheel

_ _lnsert

SteeringWheel _

Whee, 4

SteeringWheel

Adaptor_ -'" .

Steering

Shaft

Sleeve

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

t. Lifthood to raisedposition,

NOTE: Ifthis battery is put intoservice

after monthand year indicatedon label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum ofone hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY"in MAINTE-

NANCE sectionof this manual for

charging instructions).

.- . ..' Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjustseat before tighteningadjustment

knob,

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securingseat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly o1

seat to tractor.

2, Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward end

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Oo not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get offseat withoutmoving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

SeatP_

Shoulder

Bolt

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

tractor off the skid. Followthe 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

attachmentliftlever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractorforward offskid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_WARNING: Before starting,read

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area infront oftractorisclearof

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress dutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N'I

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

braise and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper positionwhen

operating mower. Be sure they are

properly adjusted to ensure optimum

mower performance.

1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge

wheel bar aligningholes are on top.

Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using shoulderbolts, 3/8 washers end

3/8-16 center Iocknuts and tighten

securely.

2. For ease of mower to tractorassem-

bly, raise gauge wheels to highest

positionand retain with clevis pins

and spring retainers.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before

operatingmower. See "TO ADJUST

GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation

sectionof this manual.

Shoulder Adjusting

Bolt Bar

Wheel_

_..._1 / 3/8-16 Center

3/8 Washer_ v _,_W__ Locknut

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER

1. Positionbrackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16

gauge washers, and nose roller

between deck mounting brackets as

shown. Be sure to positionbrackets

on correctside, as shown.

2. Installhex bolts and lock nuts as

shown. Tighten hardware securely.

NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are posi-

tioned in tab holes in deck brackets.

TabHole

Nose Roller

Nut B Bracket

Hex olt o .-

"A" , Washer

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be suretractorisonlevelsurfaceand mower

suspensionarmsere raisedwithattachment

liftcontrol. Engageparkingbrake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar to left side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to rightside of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped.turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwiseuntil it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disen-

gaged position.

6. Install belt into electric ctutch pulley

groove.

7, Place the suspension arms on

outward pointing deck pins. Retain

with double loop retainer spring with

loops up as shown.

8, Install front plate assembly to tractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

9, Position front plate assembly between

front mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and

insert ftanged pins. Secure pins with

double loop retainer springs between

the plate assembly and mower

brackets.

Belt Tension Rod

Disengaged Position XX_

Chassis . -";

Gauge

Wheel

Lock Bracket

Retainer

Spring Anti-Sway Bar /

USEPLIERSFOR Suspension Arms

RETAJNERSPRINGSDouble Loop

Retainer Spring

(Outward pointing

I f'Jj Loop Up I deck pins)

Electric Front

Clutch Suspension

Pulley Brackets Front Plate

Front

Mower

Bracket

Single

Loop

Retainer

Springs

Deflector Shield

NOTE: To assistin locating hole in

flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with

notch on head of pin. If necessary, move

mower side-to-side to give space

between plate and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

lO.Engage belt tension rod by pushing

rod intolockingbracket.

_kCAUTION: Belttensionred isspring

loaded. Have a tightgrip on red and

engage slowly.

11.Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under leftfootrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

12.If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob clockwiseto remove slack from

mower suspension.

13.Raise deck to highest position.

14.Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation

sectionof this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovednflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER

HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade

drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Venfy that the belts

are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor,

check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service end AdjustmenLs section of this

manual.

I/CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor,we wish to assurethat you receive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/ All assembly instructionshave been

completed,

4" No remaining loose parts in carton.

/ Batteryis properly prepared and

charged.(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/ Seat is adjusted comfortablyand

tightened securely.

•/All tires are properlyinflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-sida/frent-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.

Z"Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

#" Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

These symbolsmay appear on your tractor or in literature supplied withthe product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENO,NEO.ENO,NEOFPO,LPnESSUaEL.G.TaONO%_MP [

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

MOWERLIF

r_'l R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED

®5I

PARKING BRAKE

A]7"ACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automalic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRAC'rOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

'YOURTR,a.CTOR

Compare the i_ustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locationsof

various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference, tt Switch

Position

Ammeter Hourmeter

Attachment

Clutch Switch

Lever

ThroeleControl_ Plunger

Attachment

Clutch/Brake Lever

Lever

Our tractorsconformtothe safety standardsof the

American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachmentsmountedto your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headtightson

andoff.

THROTTLE CONTROL- Used to control

engine speed,

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

deotutchlng and braking the tractor _.nd

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER • Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LtFT LE_/ER - Used to raise,

io,,_er,_,nd adiust the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor,

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used tOrelease

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETIER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or diScharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

(nto the brake position,

HOURMETER - Indicates hours of operation.

The operationof any tractor can result in foreign objectsthrown intothe

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

or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments

or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or

standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Yourtractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running,any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat withoutfirst settingthe

parking brakewill shut off the engine.

f. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

=BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in =EN-

GAGED" positionand release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in =BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractorsecure.

Push-In to Attachment Clutch

Choke SwitchPullOutTo

Control_'_

Gear Shift

Lever

Po ition

Clutch/Brake_Disengaged"ParkingBrake

Pedal=Drive"Position "Engaged"Position

Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• TO stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutchswitch to =DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle controlto

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

=backfire".

• Turn ignition key to =OFF' position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause =browning" of grass. Toeliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_I, CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THRO'I-rLB CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The directionand speed of movement is

controlledby the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brakepedal

depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired

position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The positionofthe attachmentliftlever

determines the cuttingheight.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumband move

lever to desired position.

Thecuttingheightrangeisapproxi-

mateiy1-1/2to4".Theheightsare

measuredfromthegroundtotheblade

tipwiththeenginenotrunning.These

heightsareapproximateandmayvary

dependingupon 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

duringhot months, For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height shouldbe

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properlyadjusted

when they are slightlyoff the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operatingposition. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

positionto help prevent scalpingin most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Be sure tractoris on a flat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mowerto

desired cuttingheight.

2, Remove retainerspring 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. Besure all gauge wheels are in the

same setting.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge

wheels if you change the cutting height

ofthe mowerdeck.

Retainer

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 willshutoff the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutchcontrol

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_I,CAUTIONt Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield inplace.

Attachment Clutch Attachment Lift Lever

Switch PuUOut To High Position

"Engage"

_.----Low

Position

Deflector

Shield

PushInTo

"Disengage"

1"O OPERATE ON HILLS

_,CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope,

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• Ifslowingisnecesaa_/, 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 rollslightlyas you restartmovement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with att_chreent liftcontrol.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do notpush ortow tractorat more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE:Toprotecthoodfromdamage

whentransportingyourtractoronatruck

oratrailer,besurehoodisclosedand

securedtotractor.Useanappropriate

meansoftyinghoodtotractor(rope,cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER A'rrACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specificationsof 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

ofyour 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. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the

cap onto the tube. Remove and read

oil level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" inthe Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fillfuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimumof

87 octane, (Use of leaded gasolinewill

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantitiesthat can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operatingin tem-

peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

_LWARNING: Experience indicatesthat

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Usa 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.

_,CAUTION: Fillto bottom of gastank

filler neck. Do not overfill.Wipe offany

spilledoil or fuel. Do not store, spillor 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.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" positionand

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuouslyfor

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 controlout and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

above)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly,pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

end 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)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. If the engine

starts to run roughly,pull the choke

controloutslightlyfor a few seconds

and then continueto push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up periodfrom several seconds

to several minutes,depending on the

temperature.

• The attachments can he used during

the engine warm-up period and may

require the choke controlbe pulled out

slightly.

NOTE: ifata high altitude(above3000feet)

orincoldtemperatures(below32 F)the

carburetorfuel mixturemay needtobe

adjustedfor best engineperformance.See

"TO ADJUST CARBURETOR"inthe Service

andAdjustments sectionof this manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turningto the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

le_thand turns untilfinished.

• If grass isextremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cu_.relatively high;'the

second to the desired height.

• Do notmow grass when it iswet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to d_J

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing toassure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate groundspeed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cuttingperformance as

well as the quality ofcut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

groundspeed that willsuit the terrain

and give bestperformance of the

attachment being used.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _. _ _. _ _'_

AS YOU COMPLETE _ R.__ _.'_R._-_9, _- _-_

Check Brake Operatio_ _ V'

Check _re Pressure V' V'

Check Operelor Pre_ aP, d

T Inledock Systems f_

R Check lot Lco,e Fast .... V + V*_, V"

SharpelVRe place Mowor Bla_s _4

T Lubrication Chart _ I_

0 Check Battery Level I_

R Clean BatUery and Terminals II/

Check Transexle Cooling If

Adjust Blade Be_(s) Tension Ills

Adjust Motion Drive Belttm) Tension V' s

Check Engine O_1 Level I_

Chang== Engine Oil _123

E Clean Air Filter V'z

N Clean A_¢ Screen _2

G imspec t Mulller_parkArrester

Replace Oil Filter (11 equipped) _,2

N Clean Engine Cooling Fins p,_=

Replace Spark Plug I_ t# #

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _2 I

Replace Fuel Filter V* I

_'_SERVICE DATES

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover itemsthat have been subjected to

operatorabuse or negligence. To receive

fullvalue from the warranty,operator must

maintain tractor as instructedin this

manual. Some adjustments will need to

be made periodicallyto properly maintain

yourtractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustmentssection 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 plugand clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine off level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlocksystems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

Spindle _/_---"_1-- _ Spindle

Zerk _.... _._ =__,;- Zerk

Front (_ FrontWheel

Wheel "_ "_ =_-> Beadng

Bearng • Zerk

Zerk__ i

_) Engne

_) Mandrel_ _

Zerks !_ il

1 _ Gearsh

-/-

_..., __..* Plvo s

SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil

General Purpose Grease

(_ Refer to Maintenance =ENGINE" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points whichhave special nylon

bearings. Viscouslubricants willattract

dust and dirt thatwillshorten the life of

the self-lubricatingbearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated,use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires morethan six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in

highestgear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Serviceand Adjustments sectionof this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To sea[ tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer."13resealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and

interlock systems are working properly. If

your tractor does not function as de-

scribed below, repair the problem

immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed and

attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is runningand the

attachment clutchis engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutchshould never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For bestresults mower blades must be

keptsharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest positionto

allow access to blades.

NOTE: Protectyour handswith gloves

and/orwrap blade with heavy cloth.

2. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck

and mandrel assembly.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. InstaU and tighten blade bolt securely

(45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat

treated.

Mandrel

Assembly

gl/ade _

Hole

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if youde, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, 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 untbreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the belt 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 / /

BATTERY

Yourtractor has a battery chargingsystem

which issufficientfor normal use. How-

ever, periodic chargingof the battery with

an automotivecharger 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

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. C_ean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See =REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after lOg 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-upof dirt

and chaff whichcan restrictcooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oUrated

withAPI serviceclassificationSF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

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

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OiL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch 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 draintube onto

the fitting.

OilDrainValve

Closed and

Locked

Position

Yellow Ca

DrainTube

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 to the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstick into the

tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. DOnot thread the cap onto the

tube when taking reading. Keep oil

at "FULL" line on dipstick, Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free ofdirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborndried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure propercooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external 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

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly usinga

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-deaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it to dry.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will

damage the cartridge.

6. Remove nut and cartridge plate.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

10.Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

Knob

Foam

Nut

Rubber

Seal

:artridge

Plate

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corrodedmuffler and

spark arrester (ifequipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. Iffuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp

Clamp/ _ FuelFilter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of ell gasoline,oil, etc.

• Protectpainted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend usinga garden

hoseto clean your tractor unlessthe

electrical system, muffler,air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in e shortened

21 engine life,

_i CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fullyand set parking brake.

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignitionkey "OFF" and remove key.

5. Make sure the blades and all moving partshave completelystopped.

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knobto lowest setting.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket.

_CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have

a tight grip on rod and release slowly.

5. Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybarto chassis bracket and

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

6. Remove four retainer springsfrom

front plate assembly and remove

plate.

7. Remove retainer springsfrom

suspensionarms at deck and disen-

gage arms from deck.

8. Raise attachment lift to its highest

position.

9. Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutchpulley.

t0.Slide mower out from under rightside

oftractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjustthe mower while tractor isparked

on level groundor driveway. Make sure

tires are properlyinflated (See =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section ofthis

manual). If tires are overor underinflated,

you will net properlyadjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highestposition.

• Measure height from bottomedge of

mowerto groundlevel at front corners

of mower. Distance "A"on both sides of

mower should be the same.

• If adjustmentis necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower,tighten lift

linkadjustmentnut onthat side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

linkadjustmentnut onthat side.

NOTE: Each fullturn of adjustmentnut

will change mower height about 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Suspension

Electric

Belt Tension Rod " Front Mower Clutch Pulley

(Disengage6_-_,, / Bracket

Position)_ Front

Plate

Chassis

Retainer

Sprin!

Anti-Sway

Bar

Springs

er Springs

(Both Sides)

Bracket

BottomEdgeof BottomEdgeof

Mowerto Ground Mower to Ground

\ /

Suspension

Arm

OO --

LiftLink

Adjustment

Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the following front-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust

both front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower blades should be adjusted so the

front tip is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower

than the rear tip when the mower is in its

highest position.

CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect

your hands with gloves and/or wrap

blade with heavy cloth.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Position any blade so the tip is pointing

straight forward. Measure distance "B" at

front and rear tip of blade

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links ere

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of blade, loosen nut"C"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "C" will

change dim. "B" by approximately 3/16".

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

at front than rear, tighten nut =D"

against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of blade, loosen nut "D"

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "C" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

st front than rear, tighten nut "D"

against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

BOTHFRONT LINKS MUSTBE EQUAL

IN LENGTH

Nut 'D_ ut "C"

Front Plate Trunnion

Assembly

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface.

Engage parking brake.

2. Lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket.

_I,CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have

a firmgrip on rod an release slowly.

4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from

rear deck bracket by removing

retainer spring.

7. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H.

mandrel pulley.

8. Remove belt from electric clutch

pulley.

9. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

10.Check primary idler arm and two

idlers to see that they rotate freely.

11.Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and spring arm.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

12.Install belt in both idlers.

13.Install new belt onto electric clutch

pulley.

14.Carefullyrollbeltintouppergrooveof

R.H.mandrelpulley.

15.Carefu_tycheck bert routingmaking

sure belt is in the grooves correctly.

16.Reconnect R.H. suspension arm to

rear deck bracket with retainer spring.

17.Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover.

18.Engage belt tension rod by pushing

rod into locking bracket.

Belt_ensionRod R.H. =1

(Disengaged Mandrel

Position) Electric

_._ Idler /Clutch

' PUll Pul_ey

12. Reinstall mower to tractor (See

"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"

in the Assembly sectionof this manual).

13,Reassemble mowerdrive belt (See

"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"

inthis sectionofthismanual).

L,H. Mandrel Secondary Idler Arm

Sp_ng Arm

Spdng

R.H. Suspension Am

Priraary [alter

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Parkthe tractoron level surface. Engage

parking brake.

1. Remove mowerdrive belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"in

this sectionofthis manual).

2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" inthis sectionofthis manual).

3. Remove screwsfrom L.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

4, Carefullyroll belt off L.H. mandrel

pulley.

5. Remove bertfrom center mandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel

pulley.

6. Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

7. Check secondaryidler arm and idler

pulley to see that they rotate freely.

8. Be surespdng is hooked in secondary

idler arm and secondary spring arm.

9. Install new belt in lower grooveof R.H.

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center

mandrel pulley as shown.

10.Carefufly roll belt over L.H. mandrel

pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves

properly.

11.Reinstall L.H. mandrel cover.

Center Mandrel

R.H. Mendel

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractoris equipped withan adiustabte

brake system whichismounted on the

side ofthe transaxle.

Iftractorrequiresmorethan six(6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear on a level dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brakepedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

3. 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".

4, Road test tractorforproper stopping

distance as statedabove. Readjustif

necessary. If stoppingdistance is still

greaterthan six (6) feet in highestgear,

further maintenanceis necessary,

Contact a Sears or other qualified

service center,

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

Nut =A"

J_ Nut

Operating

Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractoron levelsurface. Engage

parkingbrake. For assistance,there isa

belt installationguide decal on bottom

side of leftfootrest.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" inthis sectionof this

manual.)

2. Disconnect clutch wire harness.

3. Remove clutch Iocator.

4. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

6. Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around

electric clutch.

7. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Electric

Clutch_

Clutching

Idler_

Stati_.

Idler

Transaxle

Pulley ._.......

_ _ Clutchr

_ Harness

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutralwhen

the gear shiftlever is in neutral(N) (lock

gate) position. The adjustment is preset at

the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractorrear wheels

move freely, the transaxle isin neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment boltin front ofthe

right rear wheel.

3. Positionthe gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

4. Tighten adjustmentbctt securely.

NOTE: If additionalclearance is needed

toget to adjustmentbolt, move mower

deck heightto the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever

Gate

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal(left to right)when wheels are

positioned straight fon_ard, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly sectionof

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

notadjustable on your tractor.If damage

has occurred toaffect the front wheel toe-

in or camber,contactyour nearestSears

or other qualifiedservice center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely,

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel huband axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire puncturesand prevent

flat tires due toslow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer.Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers "__

RetainingRing kII//F_lll

Cover

SquareKey(ReajL..._=_ -,_,-_w--

Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK

BA'rTERY

_,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

Ifyour battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATIERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

"Positive"(+) "Negative" (-)

REPLACING BAI-I'E RY

_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

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

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

Keps Nut HexBolt

Terminal _!!_::_."_"

Access .-: -"" ,-'

Door " '::._ "

Term__ii (Red)

Guard Cable

(Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT LAMP

_LCAUTION: When lit,the halogen lamps

get extremely hot. Hold lamp assembly cy

the holder and do nottouch the bulb.

1. Raise hood.

2. Disconnect harness from lamp

assembly.

3. Rotate counterclockwise and pull

lamp assembly out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

4. Insert new lamp assembly and rotate

clockwise to lock.

5. Reconnect harness to lamp assembly.

6. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractorto run poorly,stoprunning, or

preventit fromstarting.

• Check wiring. See electricalwiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-infuse. The fuse holderis 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, tilttoward engine and liftoff of

tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

Idle Fuel Adjusting idle Speed

Needle Adjusting

Screw

Throttle

Control

Cable

Headlight

Wire Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair,or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer'sservice outlet.

TO ADJUST THRO'R'LE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttlecontrolhas been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary.Check adjustmentas de-

scribedbelow before looseningcable. If

adjustmentis necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check that speed control lever is

against stop screw. If it is not, loosen

casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cable until lever is against screw.

Tighten clamp screw securely.

Stop Screw

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary, check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor

choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

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

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed For

Full

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetorhas been present at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be requiredto compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

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

the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see "TO ADJUST

THRO'N'LE CONTROL CABLE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle in (clockwise) closing it finger

tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1 turn.

FINAL SETFING -

1. Start engine and allow towarm forfive

minutes. Make final adjustmentswith

engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory

and cannot be adjusted.

2. Idle shoed settina - With throttle

control lever in slow position, engine

should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine

idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed

adjusting screw in or out until correct

idle is attained.

3. Idle fuel needle setting • With throttle

controllever in slowposition, turn idle

fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise)

untilengine speed decreases and

then turn out (counterclockwise)

approximately3/4 turn to obtain the

best low speed performance.

4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if

necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST-

5. Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle

out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.

Repeat test and continue to adjust, if

necessary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed step isfactory adjusted. Do

notadjust-damage may result.

_MPORTANT: Never tamper withthe

engine governor, whichis factory setfor

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory highspeed

setting can be dangerous. Ifyou thinkthe

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, Contacta Searsorotherqualified

servicecenter,which has proper equip-

ment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Immediatelyprepare your tractorfor

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove ell 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 Mainte-

nance section of this manual

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securelyfastened. 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 corrosionand power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section ol

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contactwith battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp sudaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: Itis important toprevent

gum deposites from forming in essential

fuel systemparts suchas carburetor,fuel

hose, or tank duringstorage.

Also, expedance indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) san attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of and engine

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor ere 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 depositsduring storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

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 not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts torust. Rust and/or ditt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible,store your tractorindoors

and cover itto give protectionfrom dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractorwith a suitable

protectivecover that does not retain

moisture, Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and willcause your

tractorto rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are stilt warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

=ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

I1. 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 ofadjustment.

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. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

swithch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "1"OSTART ENGIN E"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

1O.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center..

1. Depress clutch/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.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

_'ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

.oss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too

Excessive

vibration

fast.

2. Throttlein "CHOKE"

position,

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4, Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil leveVdirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

Enginecontinues

torun

when operator

leaves seat

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

7, Dirty fuel fUter.

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).

1. Faultyoperator-safety

presence controlsystem.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildupof grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildupof

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

1, Set in =Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter,

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/fins.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14.See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section,

15,Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade,

Tighten blade bolt.

2, Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged pads.

1. Check wiring,switches and

connections. If not

corrected, contact a

Sears or other qualified

service center.

1. Replace blade. "13ghten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck,

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes,

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

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

not rotate mechanism.

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

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley• 3. Replace idler pulley.

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

iPoor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

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. Switch is"OFF".

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

out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

1. Place throttlecontrol in

=FAST"position,

2. Shift to slower speed•

3. Allow grassto drybefore

mowing•

. Level mower deck.

• Check tiresfor proper air

pressure•

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing•

8, Replace mower drive belt•

9. Reinstall brades sharp edge I

down. I

10.Replace with blades listed

n ths manua,

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch"ON".

2. Replace bulb(s) or

lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and

connections.

5. Replace fuse.

5. Blown fuse.

Battery will not 1. Bad battery cell(s), 1. Replace battery,

charge 2, Poor cable connections. 2, Check/clean all

connections,

3. Faulty regulator 3. Replace regulator.

(if so equipped)•

4. Faulty a]ternator. 4. Replace alternator.

Engine"backfires" 1, Engine throttle controlnot I 1. Move throttle controlto

when turning sat at "SLOW" position "SLOW" positionand allow

engine"OFF' for 30 seconds before to idle for 30 secondsbefore t

i stopping engine• stopping engine. I

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL}

IGNITI )N _

IGNITION SWITCH

BATTERy

PTO SWITCH

HEAD-LIGHTS POSmON L CIRCU_IoFF C+G,B.H

@ ___ ON ÷F_B÷E,A+D G F C

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS H B

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO D A

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

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

8 7603,1 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 153664 SwitCh Intedock Push-In

21 175449 Harness, Light

25 178909 Cable, Battery

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

28 145491 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Seat

30 175442 Switch, Ignition

33 175447 Key, Molded, Craftsman

40 178452 Harness, Ignition

42 154336 CoverTerminal

45 177500 Ammeter

46 177501 Hourmetar Snap-In

50 178461 Switch Pro3 Pdt Red Delta

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

67 177502 Pin Connector

68 177503 Connector

79 175448 Lamp Assembly

81 109748X RelayAsm

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917,272234

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

2 176554 Drawbar

3 17060612 Screw, 3/8o16 x 3/4

9 172542X418 Dash

10 $3"D533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

11 174996 Panel, Dash, LH

13 179174X010 Panel, Dash, RH

14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 172540X615 Hood LTX

18 126938X Bumper Hood

20 156437 Prate Battery STYT

23 124028X BushingSnap

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

26 STD541437 Locknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC

28 174945X418 Grille,MSv558

29 174944)(418 Light Box, Dual

30 175692X615 FendedFootrest

31 139976 Bracket, FendedSupport

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

38 175710 BracketAsm Pivot Mower Rear

39 174988 Bracket Pivot Hood LTX

42 172545X599 LensLH

43 172544X599 LensRH

58 174993 DuctHood

60 STD533707 BoltRdhd Sqnk3/8-16UNCx3/4

64 174997 Dash LowerSTYT

74 STD541437 Nul Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

114 158112 Keeper BeltRear Lh STL

115 17060620 Scew 3/8-16 x I-1/4

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT

143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Footrest STLT

145 156524 Rod PivotChassis/Hood

154 174679 Bracket Dash Rh

155 174680 Bracket Dash Lh

156 163805 Striker Plate

157 163806 MagnetYTGT

158 162037 Parking Brake Bkrt

159 155123X418 CupholderStlBIk

166 164863 HWHDH:*Lo.#13-16x 3/4

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18

207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

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

211 145212 Nut Hexflange Lock

215 172543X615 Bumper

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

t ........ T_ansaxle (See Breakdown) 57 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive

Peerless 206-545C 59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

Spring, Return, Brake 61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Pulley, Transaxle 62 123533X Cover, Pedal

Ring,Retainer 63 175417 Pulley, Clutch

Strap,Torque 65 126197X Washer

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 66 154778 Keepor, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof

Rod Shifter Fender STLT 74 137057 Spacer, Axle

Clutch Elect EVX 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Pin, Cotter 76 STD581075 E-Ring

Washer, Shift plate 77 123583X Key, Square 2,0 x ,1845/.1565

Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr. 8 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x t6 Ga

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 79 STD580025 Key Woodruff

Nut Lock Hx W/tns 6/16-18uric 80 145090 Arm, Shift

Washer Lock 7/16 81 165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x 1 Gr 5 53 165711 Spring, Torsion

Nut 83 19171216 Washer 17/39 x 3/4 x 16 Ga,

Bolt Hex 7116-20 x 4 84 166231 LinkTransaxle

Kt'.ob 85 15O_60 Nut, Nylock

Rod, Brake 89 158391X419 Console. Shift, STLT

BracketAsm Anti=Rotate EVX 90 124346X Nut, SelfoThding,Wsh Hd 1/4

Nut 96 $3_624003 Retainer Spring 1"

Spring, BrakeRod 112 19091210 Washer 9/32x3/4xlOGa.

Washer 113 127285X Strap Torque 90 Degrees

Pin 116 72140608 BoltRDHD 3/8-16 x 1

ROd,Parking Brake 120 73900600 Nut Lock 3/9-16

Cap, Parking Brake 145 74490540 Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

Bracket, Transaxle 150 175456 SpacerRetainer

B01t 151 19133210 Washer 15/32 x 2 x tO Ga.

Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 156 166002 Washer Breed 5/161D x 1,125

Beaodg, Nylon 158 165559 Bracket Shift Mount

Washer 159 165494 Hub Tapered Flange ShiftLt

Roll Pin 161 72140406 BoltRdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 5/4 Gr.5

Pulley, Idler, Flat 162 73680400 NutCrownlocklt4-20Uno

Belt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 3 163 74780416 BoltHex Fin 1/4-20Uric x 1 Gr 5

Spacer, Split .395 x .59 164 19091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

Keeper, Belt, Idler 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever

Washer 13/32x13/16x12Ga, 166 166880 Sc_ew5/16-18x518

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plasso 168 165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Bellcrank Clutch Grod Dry Stl 169 165580 Plate Fastening Lt

Retainer, Belt 170 178394 Keeper BeltTransaxle Gear

Bolt 197 169613 NylinerSnapIn

Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC 198 169593 Washer Nyliner

Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC 202 72110612 Bolt Carr. SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Link, Clutch 212 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

Spring, Clutch Return

Screw 3/5-16 x 1 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

2 146682

3 1235O6X

4 12OOOO28

5 121520X

6 17060512

8 165866

9 174367

10 STO561210

11 105701X

13 74_12

14 10040400

16 STD541431

17 16040700

18 STD523710

19 BTD541437

20 173937

21 106933X

22 13O804

23 178289

24 STD541237

25 106888X

26 STD551037

27 BTD561210

28 179607

29 1795O8X505

30 169592

32 STD523107

34 175578

35 120183X

36 STD551053

37 STD571810

38 165936

39 74760648

40 t 75461

41 175556

42 19131312

47 127783

48 154407

49 123205X

5O S'_523715

51 STD541437

52 STD541431

53 105710X

55 105709X

56 17060616

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STEERINGASSEMBLY

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STEERINGASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

175139X418 Steenng Wheel

172393 Axle Assembly Cast Iron

169840 Spindle Assembly, LH.

169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H,

6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

12000029 Ring, Klip

175121 Draglink

10040600 Washer Lock 3/8

73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf

136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front

145212 Nut Hexflange Lock

177883 Shaft Assembly. Steering

17060612 Screw, 3/8-16 x 5/4

170162 Rod,Tie

19111216 Washar 11/92 x 3/4 x 16 Ga/

STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy Spt. 5/16

73540500 Locknut5/16-24 Unf

159105 Bushing, Steering

152927 Screw

17514OX418 Insert, SteeringWheel

STD541537 Gripco Nut

159945 Adaptor, SteeringWheel

174530X418 Boot, Steering Shaft

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

121232X Cap, Spindle

160367 Spacer Brace AXle

72140618 So9 Bdhd Sq 5/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4

169827 Axle. Brace

175146 SteeringAsm.

19182411 Washer 9/16 Idx 1-1/2Od 11 G Zin

169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

173966 Washer Flat .791 x 1 1/2 x .14

175118 BoltShoulder 7/16-20

175553 ClipSteering

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UIS. inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

ENGINE

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 175439X505 Control, Throttle

3 ....... Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler

Model Number CV624-65578

4 149723 Muffler

5 146699 Pipe Exhaust LH

6 146700 Pipe Exhaust RH

8 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 w/Seres

10 146629 Shield, Heat Muffler

13 24-041-02 Muffler Gasket (See Engine

Breakdown)

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

16 11050600 Washer. Lock, External Tooth 3/8

17 17490624 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

23 169837 Shield, Brownleg /Debris Guard

25 175441X505 Choke Control

26 73920600 Nut, Keps 3/8-24 UNF

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

29 137180 Kit, Spark An'ester

31 157103 Tank Fuel

3_ 161696 CapAsmFuel

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

34 106082X Pad, Spacer

37 8543R Line, Fuel

38 148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy

39 109227X Pad, Idler

45 170(_612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

101 M73030800 Nut Flange M8-1,25

102 164863 Screw Hwhd H -LO #13016 x 3/4

111 10010500 Washer Split

NOTE: All component dimensions g}ven in U S inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

LIFT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 176263

2 159476

3 178981

4 120CO002

5 19211621

6 120183X

7 17583O

11 175379

12 175371

13 493_M

15 175562

16 73350800

17 175689

18 73800800

20 163552

DESCRIPTION

Plunger Assembly

Shaft Assembly, Lift

Pin, Groove

E-Ring

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

Bearing,Nylon

Grip, Handle, Fluted

Link, Lift, L.H,

Link, Lift, R,H,

RetainerSpring

Link,Front

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

Tturglk_n

NutLock whvsh 1/2-13 UNC

RetainerSpring

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

31 176205 Bearing, Pvt. Lift Spherical

32 175994 Nut, Lift Link 7/16-20

36 155097 PointerHeight Indicator

37 123935X PlugHole

38 17060516 Screw 5/16-18 x 1

40 19112410 Washer 11132 x 1-1/2 x 10 Oa

41 155098 IndiCatorHeight Stlt

49 145212 Nut Hex/Large Lock

51 19171416 Washer

52 175802 Suspension ArmRH

53 175378 Suspension ArmLH

54 175560 PinFlange

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

1 inch = 25.4 rnm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 175134 Seat

2 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat

3 71110616 Bolt

4 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga,

5 145006 Clip, Push÷In Hinged

6 STD541437 Nut

7 124181X Spring, Seat

8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

9 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga,

10 174894 Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn.

1t 177957 Knob Seat

12 121246)( Bracket, Switch Mounting

13 121248X Bushing, Snap

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

15 121249X Spacer, Split

16 123740X Spring

17 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Gr. 5

18 124238X Cap Spbng Seat

21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 9/16-18 UNC

22 BTD54143t Nut

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

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

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

1 inch = 29.4 mm

DECALS

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 177888

9 177249

3 177909

4 177910

5 156368

6 133644

7 177967

8 177916

9 177917

10 156439

11 178482

12 146046

13 177890

14 175291

15 177889

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Hood Name Pie.

Decal, Replacement Parts

Decal, Hood, R.H.

Decal, Hood, L.H.

Decal, Fender STLT Opr Inst

Decal, Customer Maintenance

Decal, Dash Pnl

Decal, ENCN KP20 Sears LTX RH

Decal, ENCN KP 20 Sears LTX LH

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, Deck Heavy Duty

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

Decal, StrgWheel

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal Replc

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

16 138047 Decal, Batter/Diehard

18 177913 Cecal, Panel Side

19 177918 Decal, BlowerHousing

20 149516 DecaJ,Batter/Dngr/Psn Eng

21 174969 Reflector

22 174970 Reflector

23 178989 Decal, Seat

24 177914 Decal, Engine

25 177915 Decal, Engine

26 178455 Decal, Deck Caution 48

- - 138311 Decal, LiltHandle

-- 174998)(418 Pad Fcotrest LH STLT

-- 174999X418 Pad Footrest RH STLT

-- 179435 Owner's Manual, English

-- 179436 Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS &TIRES

5,8

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 177750 Tire, Front

4 59904 Tube, Front Tire (Not Provided,

Service 9era Only)

5 106732X417 Rim, Front

6 278H Fitting,Grease (FrontWheel Only)

7 9040H Beadng, Flange (Front Whee_

Only)

8 106108X417 Rim, Rear

9 177751 Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, Rear Tire (Not Provided,

Service Item Only)

11 104757X417 Cap, Axle

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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MOWERDECK

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174348 DeckWeldment Mower 48 55 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1

3 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 56 156986X431 Bar Pnt Adj,

5 4939M Retainer Spring 57 156941 PinHead Rivet

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear(Sway Bar) 72 19131312 Washor 13/32 x 13/16 x 12

8 174365 Bott7/16 Asm. Blade 90 74760516 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 x 1

11 1739'20 Blade 91 178996 BracketAsm. Noseroller LH

13 174360 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Beadng 92 73800600 NutLock Hex W/Ins 3/6-16 Unc

14 174358 Asm Greasable,Mandrel 93 19171416 Washer 17/32 x 7/8

15 110485X Bearing, Bali,Mandrel 94 176066 Noserotler

16 174493 Stripper Mandrel Deck 95 175384 BracketAsm Noseroller RH

17 72110610 BoltRDHD Sq Neck 3/8-16xl.25 97 13.3943 Washer Hardened

18 72140505 BoB,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 98 174370 SpringPrimary Drive

19 132827 Bolt, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/16-18 99 175080 Pulley Idler'V"

20 174378 Baffle, Vortex Mower 100 72110616 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/6-16 UNC x 2

21 736805CO Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 107 175294 Baffle Vac Edge Mower

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 108 72110404 BoltCart.

25 178102 Spring, Torsion 109 73680400 NutCrownlock 1/4-20

26 110452X Nut, Push 110 175016 ArmSpring Secondary

27 174346X428 Deflector Shield 112 174387 LinkTension Relief Lever

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga, 113 72110508 BoltCarr, 5i16-18x1

29 131491 Rod,Hinge 114 174384 Tension Asm. Relief Lever

30 173984 Screw, Thdroll DOP. PT. Hex 115 174609 Ann Spdng Tension Relief

31 129963 Washer. Spacer Mower Vented 116 137644 Bolt, Shoulder

32 177865 Pulley,Mandrel 117 174873 GaugeWheel

33 178342 Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 119 73930600 Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

36 19131316 Washer13/32x13/16x16Ga. 119 19121414 Washer 3/Sx7/Sx14Ga.

37 177968 Pulley, Idler 121 174371 SpringSecondary Drive

39 174375 Pulley, Idler, Driven 122 174606 Bushing PivotTension Relief

42 165723 Spacer, Retainer 126 174372 Arm, Idler, Primary Deck

43 174373 Arm, Idler Secondary 130 17060616 Screw 5/6-16 x 1.0

45 174343 Cover, Mandrel Deck 180 738005(;0 Nut LockHex W/Ins 5/16-18

46 137729 Screw, ThdroLI. 1/4-20 x 5/8 - - 175312 RoplacementMower, Complete

47 174369 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary - - 174356 Mandrel Asm. Service

48 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary (Includes Key Nos. 13-15)

49 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 3/6-16 UNC

50 72110612 Bolt, Carl 3/6-16 x 1-1/2 Gr, 5

52 175820 Pulley Idler Flat NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

54 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 5/8-16 x 1 inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

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PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER206-545C

KEY PART I<_=Y PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079 Brake Lever

2 780066A Needle Bearing 5/8" 42 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"

3 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792085,% Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"

4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075 Locknut 5 / 16 - 24

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 79_Y25 Brake Pad Holder

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066 Spacer .2625 x 1.0

6,% 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086 Brake Lever Bracket

7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690 Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)

6 792180 Shift Key 48 774691 Axle (16 * 1 / 2" long)

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth)

9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338 BpurGear(27taeth)

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)

t1 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352 Spur Gear (t 9 teeth)

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth)

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (Include.14) 54 778346 Spur Gear (15 teeth)

14 778368 Bevel Pinion(13teeth)(Include.13) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth)

15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 57 778337 Spur Gear (13 teeth)

17 786188 DrivePin 58 778353 Spur Gear (17 taeth)

18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 59 778351 Spur Gear (21 taeth)

20 792077A Ball5/16" die 60 778349 Spur Gear (24 teeth)

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8" 61 778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth)

22 792079 Spring.310 OD x .625 L 65 780189 Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W

25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 66 776422 Input Shaft

25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-5/8" 67 776396 Shifter & Brake Shaft

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg o12) 69 792170 RetainingRing

27 792035 RetainingRing 70 786187 Spacer .890

28 788040 RetainingRing 71 788069 Square Cut Ring

29 780072 ThrustWasher .627 ID x .031W 71S 788092 "O'Ring

29A 780160 ThrustWasher ,762 ID x .031W 76 780090 Flat Washer 1.128 ID x ,056W

29B 780051 ThrustWasher .762 ID x .031W 77 788078,% Inverted Retaining Ring

29(3 780199 Anti-RotationWasher .632 79 792144 Spring ,430 OD x ,5000 L

30 780108 CupWasher 1,127 ID x ,032W 82 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth)

31 786001 Flat Washer .750 IDx .056W (Use 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

ASNeeded) 85 792154 Oil FillPlug

31A 780195 FlatWasher .750 ID x .062W 67 788089A Oil Seal 9 / 16"

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 150 788093/% LiquidGasket RTV Silicone

34 780194 Bushing.563 157 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

35 780193 Flanged Bushing5 / 8" ID 180 730229A GearOi180W90

35A 780197 FtangedBushing.751 900 794712 ReplacementMST-206-545C

36 790075 Brake Disk Transaxle

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

39 786026 Dowel Pin NOTS: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches

40 792076A Flat Washer ,312 ID x ,059W 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272234

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65578

HEADNALV_BREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

(Includes 2-4) 2 Crankcase

2 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock 24 752 24)

3 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 3 24-294-13-S Fitting

4 25-139-60-S Plug, allen hd. 1/8" 4 24-380-13-S Pin, dowel locating (6)

5 M-645020 Screw, hex. flange 5 24-067-13-S Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

M6xl.Ox20 (4) 24-667-14-S Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

6 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (4) 6 24-874-17-S Piston wiring Set (Std.) (2

7 24-755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes (Inc]odes 7, 8)

8,11,12) 24-574-18-S P_ston w/Ring Set (.25) (2)

8 24-411-05-S Rod, push (4) 24-874-19-S Piston wiring Set (.50) (2)

9 24-041-08-S Gasket, cylinder head (2) 24-874-14-S Piston wiring set (.08)

16 24-318-12-S Head assembly, #2 cylinder 7 24-108-11-S Ring Set (Std.) (2)

11 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker 4) 24-108-12-S Ring Set (.25)(2)

12 24-599-01-S Pvot, rockerann 4 24-108-13-S Ring Set( ).50 ()2

13 M-646034-S Screw, hex. 8ange 8 24-018-01-S Retainer, piston pin (4)

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

14 12-086-16-S Screw, hex flange 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.

M1Oxl,Sxg0 (8) 12-422-07-B Sh m, camshaft A,R.

15 24-755-74-S Kit. valve cover - plain 12-422-05-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.)

(Includes 16,17) 12-422-10-S Shim, camshaft

16 24-153-16-S O-Ring 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

17 24-086-32_S Screw, shoulder (4) 12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

18 24-445-01-S Strap, lifting 10 24-012-10-S Camshaft

15 24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) 11 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

24-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) (2) 12 M-545010-S Screw, bex. 8ange

25 24-617-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) (2 M5x0.6xl0 (2)

24-017-02-S Valve, intake .25) (2) 13 24-018-04-S Retainer, reed (2)

21 24-032-05-S Sea, valve stem (2) 14 24-402-05-S Reed, breather (2)

22 235011-S Retainer, spdng (4) 15 12-153-01-S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

23 24-089-02-S Spring, valve (4) 16 24-126-19-S Bracket, oil fill tube

24 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (4) 17 12-123-04-S Tube, oil lill

25 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4) 18 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

26 24-315-11-S Head assembly, #1 cylinder MSx0.8x16

27 24-755-76-S Kit, valve cover - breather 19 12-153-02-S O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

(Incl. 16,17,28) 20 24-038-04-S Dipstick assembly (Includes

28 25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber 21, 22)

29 24-755-57-S Kit, breather separator 21 24-755-46-S Kit, oil f_l cap (includes 22)

(includes 28,30-33) 22 12-153-03-S O-Ring, dipstick

30 M-545616-S Screw, hex. flange 23 24-018-69-S Retainer, ring

M5x0.Sx16 (2) 24 M-931010-S Washer, nylon (top)

31 24-445-02-S Strap, breather 25 28-032-09-S Seal, governor cross shaft

32 24-126-44-S Bracket, breather separator 26 24-468-15-S Washer (bottom)

33 24-112-12-S Spacer 27 24-144-33-S Shaft, governer cross

34 24-294-06-S Fitting

35 24-326-13-S Hose, breather NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

36 24-326-14-S Hose, breather inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

37 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2)

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272234

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624,TYPENUMBER65578

IGNITION/ELECTRIC AL

D'alluma(ze ou ElectriQue

f-,

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

Habitation de souffleur et D_calentl

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272234

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624,TYPENUMBER65578

IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen (Includes 2-

4,and 24 113 18-S)

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

(4)

3 X-25*92-S Washer, plain 5/16" (4)

4 24o112-04-S Spacer, grass screen (4)

5 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6 X1.0 X16

S(4)

6 24-157-03-S Fan

7 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange

M10x1.5x46

8 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8".

9 X-42-15-S Key

10 24-025-04-S Flywheel

11 25-403-03-S Rectifier-regulator

12 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16" (2)

13 24-086-18-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x7/8

(2)

14 236602-S Connecter (3 contact)

15 54-755-09-S Kit, 15 amp stator

(Includes 24 126 71-S)

16 12-132-06-B Spark Plug (2)

17 M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap MSx0.ex25

18 235173-S _21!p,cable

19 48-154-02-S Clip, cable

20 X-25-63-S Washer, plain 1/4"

21 24-584-01-S Module, ignition (2)

22 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0,8x2O (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-126-71-S Bracket, stator wire

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

-- 24-176-82-S Harness, wiring Lead, black

(rect.-reg. 5" - 12 gauge

-- 24-518-12-S insulated grip barrel eyelets)

-- 24-113-18-S Decal, grass screen

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

24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Incl. 2-4)

24-100-01-S Nut plastic (3)

25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16

24-100-02-S Nut, plastic (2)

M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20 (4)

M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

MSxO.ext 6 (3)

M-551016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16

M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x16 6)

24-146-16-S P ate, back ng - # 2 side

24-146-20-S Plate, backing - # 1 side

24-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

side

24-063-14-S Baffle, valley - #2 side

24-063-58-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1

side

24-063-23-S Baffle, valley - #1 side

M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.8xf 0 (2)

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24-164-06-S

M-651055-S

3 24-041-01 -S

4 24-041-14-S

5 24-094-19-S

6 24-04f-13-S

7 24-109-10-S

8 24-083-02-S

9 47-083-03-S

10 24-032-03-S

11 24-096-01-S

12 12-100-01-S

13 24-096-67-S

14 54-755-01-S

15 24-153-20-S

16 25-341-03-S

17 24-063-51-S

Manifold, intake

Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0x55 (4)

Gasket, intake manifold (2)

Gasket, air cleaner base

Base, air cleaner

Gasket, fuel apitback cup

Cup, fuel apitback

Precleaner, element

Element, air cleaner

Seal, inner air cleaner

Cover, inner air cleaner

Wing Nut

Cover, air cleaner

Kit, knob with seal

(includes 15 & 16)

O-Ring

Knob, cover

Baffle, fuel spit-back

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S,

inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272234

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624,TYPENUMBER65578

STARTINGSYSTEM I

Ddmarrant Svst_me_

ENGINE CONTROLS

Moteur Contr_le

.__II_°_,,,_:,

I:U

OILPAN ! LUBRICATIONI

De L'Hulle Pan Lubriflcatlon I

.T I l_

O1°'

,._0 tP'

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUM BER 917.272234

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV524, TYPE NUMBER 65576

STARTING SYSTEM

OIL PAN/LU BRICATION

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 M-839080-S Screw hex. flange

MSxl.25xSO 2)

2 25-098-08-S Starter, solenoid shift

assembly (Includes 4-7)

3 M-841080-S Nut, hex. flange

4 25-435-04-S Kit. solenoid

5 25-755-33-S kit, pinion dine _tcl_hes 67

6 25 141 05-S Ring

7 25-221-01-S Kit, brush

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, round head square

neck

Lever, governor

Nut, hex. Mange M6xl.g

Spring, linkage

Bushing, linka e retaining

Linkage, thro_

Bushin , throttle linkag

Sctew,ghex. f_ange

M5xO.gxl 6 (1)

Nut, hex. lock M5x0.8

Spring, choke return

Bracket, control

Screw, hex. ftange

M6x1.0x16 4)

Clamp, cable 2

Screw, thread forming (2)

Lever, throttle actuator

Washer, lock 1/4"

Nut, hex. flange M5x0.8

Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

Spring, governor

Nut, hex. M4x0.7

Lever, throttle control

Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.8x20

Spr;ng, throttle limiter

Lever, choke

Washer, spring 1/4"

Screw, hex. cap M4xO.Tx25

Linkage, choke

1 24-211 "O3"S

2 24-g90-33-S

3 M-641060"S

4 24-089-01 -S

5 25-158-08oS

6 24-079"04"S

7 25-158"11"S

8 M-545B'=6-S

9 M-547050-S

10 24-089-03-S

11 24-126-56-S

12 M-64501B-S

13 12-237-01-S

14 24-086-43-S

15 24-090-07-S

16 X-20-1-S

17 M-541050-S

18 24-468-01-S

19 24-089-45-B

20 M-446030-S

21 24°090-13-S

22 M-545020-S

23 24-089-51-S

24 24-090-05-S

25 41-468-03-S

26 M-403025-S

27 24-079-05-S

DESCRIPTION

1 24.199.07-S Pan. oil assembly

(thcludes 2-_.0_

2 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.OX25 (2)

3 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2)

4 24-393-g8-s Oil pump assembly (Includes

5 24-123-05-S "_Jbe, oil pickup

6 24-162-26-S Screen, oil

7 24-043-12-S Kit, governor gear w/pin

(Includes 8)

8 12-380-01-S Pin, governor regulating

9 52-448-02-S Tab, locking

10 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear

11 24-153-08-S O-Ring

12 25-139-62-S Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8"

13 24-136-01-S Nipple, oil filter

14 52-050-02-S Filter, Bit

15 52-032-08-S Seal, oil (PTO end)

16 24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45

17 24-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange

MBxl.25x45 (9)

18 25-139-57-S Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

N.P.T.F.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches t k_h = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65578

CRANKSHAFT I Vilebrequin EXHAUST

Echa;)Dement

FUEL SYSTEM

Fuel Svst_me

7 8

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624, "P/PE NUMBER 65578

CRANKSHAFT

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 24-014-42-S Ctanksha_ (Includes 2) 1 24-853-25-S

2 52-139-09-S Ptug, cup 2 24-041-15-S

3 24-053-25

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

4 24-041-14-S

1 24-041-02-S Gasket, exhaust (2) 5 M-629095-S

2 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4) 6 M-641050-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED 7 47-154-01-S

8 24-353-03-S

-- PA-65578 Reptacement Engine

-- 24-522-221 Short Block 9 25-237-14-S

-- 24-722-24 MIniblock 10 24-086-12-S

- - 24-755-107-S Gasket Set

DESCRIPTION

Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

(Includes 2-4)

Gasket, carburetor

Carburetor assembly (For

information only not available

separately) (SewIce with kits

24-757-15-S, 24-757-19-S,

24-757 -2_,-S, 24-757-22-S)

Gasket, air cleaner base

Stud, M6xl.0x95 (2)

Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)

Clip, cable

L;.ne, fuet 15-518" (2)

Clamp, hose (6)

Screw, hex. cap. M6x1.7x18

(2)

11 24-393-16-S Pump, fuel - pulse

12 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2)

13 15-353-04-S Line, fuel 11-1/2"

14 24-050-02-S Filter, fuel

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-757-18-S Kit, overhaul w/gaskets

-- 24-757-19-S Kit, choke repair w/gaskets

-- 24-757-20-S Kit, gasket

-- 24-757-22-S Kit, solenoid replacement w/

gaskets

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

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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 Joss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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