Craftsman 917272451 42" Mower Lawn Tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAN'J

LAWN TRACTOR

21.5 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.272451

I_ his product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am-5pm, Mon-Sat -

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

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

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

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

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

Assembly/P re-Operation ....................... 8

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

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

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

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

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

Troubleshooting .................................. 28

Repair Parts ......................................... 32

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

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

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

manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be

defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed

below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the

two fullyears. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service

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

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

days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Crafts-

man product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME_. This warranty applies only while this

product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

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

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

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

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

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

debris, or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

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

After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be

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

product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-8O0-4-MY-HOME®.

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

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

vary,from state to state.

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

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

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

serious injury or death.

Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!t! BECOMEALERTIfr YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_lb CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

& CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds, chemicals known

to the State of Califomia to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

• Slow down before tuming.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding

mower safely enough to protect them-

selves 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-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can re-

sult in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up

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

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

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

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn s_owlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 3.5

Capacity and Unleaded and

I'ype: Regular

_)ilType SAE 30

'API-SF-SJ): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

Dil Capacity: 4.0 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

CGap: .030")

_round Speed (MPH):

Forward: 1st 1.2

2rid 1.5

3rd 2.4

4th 3.5

5th 4.8

6th 5.3

Reverse: 1.5

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging 3 Amps Battery

System: 5 Amps Headlights

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service canter.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the =SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under =Mainte-

nance" and =Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

A_kWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or gress-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

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

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28x 1-1/4

_ Steedng Wheel

Adapter

(1) Locknut 1/2-20

Seat

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Locknut

1/4-28 v

Steering

Extension

Steering Shaft

Boot

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Video Casse_e

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 7/16"wrench (1) Utilityknife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in the

operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from carton.

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

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 1/4 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cress bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer. 1/2 hex

nut and tighten securely.

_ Insert

@'----112 Hex Nut

,at

Steedng _ \_ _/

Wheel _'_Steedng Boot

_Tabs

Adapter_ j Extension

_ Shaft

t/4 Locknut-_-_-'_

-_-__." _'1/4 Hex Bolt

Lower , _. --.---.

Steering _ '_..'-, ",

ShaftJ_-%. e J/ __,_

' "- --_-'-'_. Tab

_..-. """ - 4" - _'" Slots

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steedng wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BAI-FERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

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INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

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 bolts are positioned over the

large slotted holes in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolts in slots and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do 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 off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Seat Pan

Flat Washer

Adjustment

Knob _..

Shoulder Bolts

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFFSKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

,_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear

of other people and objects.

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 clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

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

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook roar latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Deflector Muicher

Shield Plate

Latch

Hooks

_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades, The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECKLEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual

/CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you receive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is propedy prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

•/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

•/ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

FAST SLOW

01 k

O%TE_P

UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Ammeter

Attachment IgniUon

Clu_h Lever

Light SwiSh

PosWon

Choke Lift

Lever

Throttle Plunger

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Attachment

Lift Lever

Parking Brake Lever

)

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the

headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used for

starting and controlling engine speed.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a

cold engine.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch, When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the

way down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and

release pressure from clutch/brake

pedal. Pedal should remain in brake

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure,

Choke

Controlx,)

Throffie_

Clutch/ i_

j_-

"Disengaged"

Position

Attachment Clutch Lever

"Engaged". Position

_lgnNon Key

_j/"Disengaged"

,_, \\V_ / Parking Brake

_/ "Engaged

_, "?-_--'_--_"_ Position

I o' -*

_shift

Height _B_'ake" Lever

Adjustment Position

Knob

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position

and remove key. Always remove key

when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

AqlkCAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE 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 direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

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 cutting height is controlled by

turning the height adjustment knob in

desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise ( F_ ) to raise

cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (P_) to

lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately

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

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running. These heights are

approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CU-I-IING

HEIGHT in this section of manual).

2. With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in

appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/

8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side, installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment

hole.

Gauge Wheel

Mounting

Bracket

3/8-16

3/8 Washer

Gauge Wheel

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Lower mower with attachment lift

control.

3. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

AQk,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment

Clutch .. Lift Lever High

"Engaged" Position

Low

Position

Pos_on

Deflector

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move gearshift leverto 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all tums slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

14etc-) -

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. -Sres can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, add oil until =FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See the oil

viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do

not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

_Cra good cold weather starting.

AUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

(called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which

leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

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.

I. 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 position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control

in, wait a few minutes and try again. If

engine still does not start, pull the

choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

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

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

below)

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

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may

require the choke control be pulled out

slightly.

NOTE: Ifat a high altitude (above 3000 feet)

or in cold ternperetures (below 32 F) the

carburetor fuel mixture may need to be

a.ldJouStedfor best engine performance (see

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual).

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

tractor. This will result in a more even

distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

[

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy grass,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly, o

'P' 'l r,

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

16 and graining of the lawn.

REGULAR SERVICE " f _/'_d,_'_SERVICE DATES

Check Operator Presence and

t Interlock Systems l# #

R Check for Loose Fasteners _ V's 11_

_ Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3

T LubdcatJon Chart If

0 Check Batter/Level 1_4

R Clean Batter/and Terminals I/

Check Transax;e Cooling I_'

Check V-Belts I1_

Check Engine Oil Level I_ ll_

E Cha_eEnCneO, (w_ho, r,.er) I,/,_ V'

i Change Engine OH (without oil filter) 1_1,2

N c--Air Rlter _k_:

G Clean Air Screen

NI It.spa=MumedSpark

Attester t/

E Rep_eO=Raer(gaqulpaad) I/.2

Clean Engine Cooling Rns If 2

Replace Spark Plug V' V'

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge If2

Replace Fuel Filter I_'

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

in h_ghambient temperatures.

2 - Sentlce more oftenwhen operating In dirty or dustycoedltlons.

3 - Replace blades more offer; when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Not required if equipped w_h mairdenance-free battery.

5 - _ghten f_l 8xle pivot bolt to 35 fLJbs, maximum+

DO not overtlghten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_ Spindle - (_ Spindle

Zerk Zerk

(_Front Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

Bearing Zerk

(_Engine .

r"- _ shift

.... Pivots

(DSAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL

(_GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE"

SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

17sparingly"

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

Mandrel

Trailing

Edge Up Center

Hole

Lock_

Washer _.

_-Blade Bolt (Grade

*A Grade 8 heat treated boltcan be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a 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 unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

518" de

Center Hole "v_

BATrERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

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. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATrERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE ViSCC_ITY GRADES

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 32°F. Check your engine oil

level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

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. "13ghtenoil 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 drain tube onto

the fitting.

Oil Drain Valve

Closed

and

Locked

Posffion

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

Drain Tube

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. For accurate reading,

tighten dipstick cap securely onto the

tube before removing dipstick. Keep

oil at =FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten

cap onto the tube securely when

finished.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartddge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

4. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

2. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover

and secure with knobs.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

Knobs

Cove_r ,.__ridge

Foam _

Pre-Cleane_

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dded gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, 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.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to 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

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels

free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

20 engine life.

_ WARNING: SERIOUS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

TO AVIOD

INJURY,

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key =OFF" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with

retainer springs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer

spring.

7. Push clutch cable housing guide into

bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

8. Install belt onto engine pulley.

Small Retainer Spring

-z • ,.,.._""---_ Square Hole

Suspension Arms ,. j

Engine Pulley

Clutch

Anti-Sway

Springs

(Both Sides)

Housing Guide Bracket

Large Retainer Spring

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 114" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom edge of

mower to

ground A_

Bottom edge of

mower to

_A gr°und

J L___on Arm

Lift Link "=_;;;==_;_;_:_

Adjustment Nut --------- --

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F' against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

"D" =D":

Both Front Unks Should be Equal in Length

Nut

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel

pulleys and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower"

in this section of this manual).

Mandrel

Idler

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear on a level dry concrete or

paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal 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 tum nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut =,,%".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

_ Nut

%,ating

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and

keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down be-

tween transaxle belt keepers and onto

the input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine

pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keep-

ers.

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Engine Pulley-

Clutching Idler/"

Stationary Idler

Transaxle

Pulley_

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shift lever 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 tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble with

crossbars horizontal. 13ghten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks,

purchase and use tire sealant from

Sears. "13resealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Axle

Cover

Square Key f

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

_ w'r_'AERY

RNING: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

=BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If =jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

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

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BA'I'rERY

_IbWARNING: 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.

Hex Bolt

Nut

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood

at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off

oftractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to

reconnect the headlight wire connec-

tor.

Hood

HeadlightWire

Connector

Terminal

Acces! -'"'"

Door

Terminal

Guard

Cable

,Negative

(Black)

Cable

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems, which

are being done at the customers expense,

may be performed by any non-road engine

repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized

engine manufactureCs service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it

is not, loosen cable clamp screw and

pull cable back until swivel is against

stop. Tighten cable clamp screw

securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

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. Loosen knob and remove cover

assembly from air cleaner.

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

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Replace air cleaner cover assembly

and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your

engine does not operate properly due to

suspected carburetor problems, take your

tractor to an authorized service center for

repair and/or adjustment.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contacta Sears or otherqualified

servicecenter,, which has proper equip-

ment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Stop

Swivel Clamp

Screw

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BA'FrERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

=TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also,

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

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.

ENGINEOIL

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 to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not =CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

Bad spark plug. 4.

Dirty air filter. 5.

Dirty fuel filter. 6.

Water in fuel. 7.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 7.

Blown fuse. 4.

Corroded battery terminals. 5.

Loose or damaged wiring. '6.

Faulty ignition switch. 7.

Weak or dead battery. 1.

Corroded battery terminals. 2.

Loose or damaged wiring. 3.

Faulty solenoid or starter. 4.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

Replace spark plug.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

Check all wiring.

See =ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug.

Recharge or replace

battery.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

Disengage attachment

clutch.

Recharge or replace

battery.

Replace fuse.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace ignition

switch.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Recharge or replace battery.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power

Excessive

_ibration

Engine continues

Lorun

when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

Build-up of grass, leaves 3.

and trash under mower.

Dirty air filter. 4.

Low oil level/dirty oil. 5.

Faulty spark plug. 6.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

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. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

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.

Poor 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.

Battery will not i 1.

charge 2.

Engine "backfires" 1.

when turning

engine "OFF"

Blown fuse.

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections,

Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

Faulty altemator.

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position

for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch =ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4, Replace alternator.

1. Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

RED

BLACK

FUSE

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL) b _

I i

CLUTCH / BRAKE

IGNITION

SWITCH

(PEDAL UP)

BC.ACI(

(OPTIONAL)

--(

STARTER

BL_CK

I ..... )

SOLENOID

i SEAT SWITCH

,---_--- . (NOT OCCUPIED)

SPARK

BLACX _ IGNITION _ PLUG

UNIT GAP

(2 PLUGS ON

t FUELj

_.uE , liNE i TWiN CYL. ENGINES) ,,

r i

r i CHARG _NG SYS_M OUTPUt" 2S VOLTS AC M._N. • _00 _ TM

3 AMp I_C O _ RPM IC;_AR_NG SySTeM DtSCONNEC'_JED)

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID RED i

(IF SO EQUIPPED) , Lm_n_ svs'rEuoun_n" ALTERNATOR =

oR,e_ s^_ ;'_• _ p._ DIODEDIODEi_it I

IGNITION SWITCH

PosmoN CIRCUIT =MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

START B+S+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE UGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery 12 VOLT 28 AM P

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

8 7603J Case Battery

10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2

11 150109 Holddown Battery FrontMount

12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

16 176138 Switch, Intedock Push-In

21 175688 Harness Ught Socket (W/4152j)

22 4152J BulbLight#1156

24 4799,.I Cable Battery

25 146148 Cable Battery

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps He:<1/4-20 Unc

28 145491 Cable Ground

29 121305X Switch Seat

30 175566 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key MoldedCraftsman

40 179720 Harness Ign

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

42 131563 CoverTerminal

43 178861 Solenoid

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular6 Amp

52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop

55 17490508 ScrowThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

NOTE: All componentdimensions givenin U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

58 166

219

3 14

13 *°

208

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 ChassisAasembly

2 176554 Drawbar

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

5 155272 BumperHood/Dash

9 168337X013 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16xl

11 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H.

13 172106X431 Panel, Dash, R.H.

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

17 174330X612 HoodAssembly

18 126938X BumperHood

20 180679 Plate Mtg BatteP/Fuel Tank

23 124028X Bushing,Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line

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

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

28 177403 Gdlle/LensAsm

29 174332X599 Lens, Gdlle

3O 175692)(612 Fend/Ftrest

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support

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

38 175710 Pivot Bracket Assembly

39 174714 Bracket Pivot

58 174930 Air Duct B&S

60 ST[To33707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

64 154798 Dash LowerSTLT

74 ST[T-o41437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16 UNC

114 158112 Keeper Belt Rear Lh Stl

115 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

142 175702 PlateReinforcementSTLT

143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Pnt FootrestSTLT

145 156524 Rod PivotChassis/Hood

159 155123X428 Cupholder

166 164863 Screw HwhdHi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4

206 170165 BoltShoulder5/16-18 TT

207 17670508 Screw Thdro15116-18x 1/2

208 17670608 Screw Thdrol3/8-t 6 x t/2

211 145212 Nut Hexflange Lock

212 175143 Insert Lens Reflective

219 17000512 Screws/16-18x3/4

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

GROUND DRIVE

22 26 27

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ........ Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64 71170764

Peedess206-545C 65 STD551143

2 146682 Spring, Retum, Brake 66 154778

3 123666X Pulley,Transaxle 70 134683

4 12000028 Ring,Retainer 74 137057

5 121520X Strep, Torque 75 121749X

6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 76 STD581075

8 165866 RodShifterFender STLT 77 123583X

10 STD561210 Pin,Cotter 78 121748X

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 79

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr. 8 80 145090

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 81 165592

16 73800500 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 82 165711

18 STD523710 BoltFinHex3/8-16UNCx1 Gr5 83 19171216

19 ST[To41437 Nut 84 166231

21 106933X Knob 85 150360

22 130804 Rod,Brake 89

24 STD541237 Nut 90 124346X

25 106888X Spdng, Brake Rod 96 STD624003

26 STD551037 Washer 112 19091210

27 STD561210 Pin 113 127285X

28 175765 Rod,Parking Brake 116 72140608

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 120 73900600

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 145 74490540

32 S'I"D523107 Bolt 150 175456

34 175578 ShaftAssembly, Foot Pedal 151 19133210

35 120183X Beadng,Nylon 156 166002

36 STD551062 Washer 158 165589

37 STD571810 RollPin 159 165494

38 179114 Pulley,Composite, Flat 161 72140406

39 74760648 Bolt,Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 3 162 73680400

41 175556 Keeper, Belt, Idler 163 74780416

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 164 19091010

48 154407 BellcrenkClutchGrnd Dry Stl 165 165623

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 166 166880

50 STD523715 BoltHex Hd 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 168 165492

51 STD541437 NutCrownLock3/8-16UNC 169 165580

52 STD541431 NutCrownLock5i16-18UNC 170 178394

53 105710X Unk, Clutch 197 169613

55 105709X Spring,ClutchReturn 198 169593

56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 202 72110614

57 130801 V-Belt, GroundDrive 212 145212

59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

61 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875

62 8883R Cover,Pedal

63 175410 Pulley,Engine

Bolt,He:<7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine,Fool-Proof

Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.

Spacer, Axle

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

E-F_g

Key, Square 2.0x .1845/.1865

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

KeyWoodmff

Arm, Shift

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20

Spdng,Torsion

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

UnkTransaxle

Nut, Nylock

158391X428 Console, Shift,STLT

Nut, Self-Thding,Wsh Hd 1/4

RetainerSpdng 1"

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

Strap Torque90 Degrees

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/6-16 x 1

Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16

Bolt,Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

SpacerRetainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/161Dx 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange ShiftLt

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

Nut Crewnlock 1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20Unc x 1 Gr5

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Lt

Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear

NylinerSnap-In

Washer Nyliner

Bolt Cart. SH 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

Nut Hex Fig. Lock

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven inU. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING

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STEERING

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428 SteeringWheel

2 172393 Axle Assembly

3 169840 SpindleAssembly, L.H.

4 169839 SpindleAssembly,R.H.

5 62661-1 Beedng, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

8 12000(_9 Ring,Klip

10 175121 Draglink

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock1/2-20 Unf

13 136518 Spacer, Beadng,Axle

15 145212 Nut, Hexftange Lock

17 180641 ShaftAssembly, Steedng

29 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3,'4

32 171888 Rod,_e

33 19111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

34 10040500 Washer Lock 5116

36 73540500 CrownlockNut 5/16-24 Unf

36 155099 Bushing,Steering

37 152927 Sclew

38 159946X428 Insert,Steering Wheel

39 19182411 Washer 9/16 ID x 1-1/20D 11 Ga.

40 STD541537 GripcoNUt

41 159945 Adaptor,SteeringWheel

42 145054X428 Boot, Steering Shaft

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

44 180640 ExtensionShaft Steering

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

51 73540400 Nut Crownlock1/4-28

54 71130420 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 Unf x 1-1/4 Gr. 8

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72140615 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace

71 175146 SteeringAsm

82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

87 173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14

88 175118 Boltshoulder 7116-20

91 175553 ClipSteedng

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven inU. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

102

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I OP_ONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

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ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170546 ControI,Throt Paddle

3 ...... Engine,B&S, (See Breakdown)No. 407777-0174-E1

4 149723 MufflerExhaust

5 159955 Exhaust Asm. Left

6 160589 ExhaustAsm. Right

8 171877 Bolt5/16-18unc x 3/4 W/Seres

10 162797 Heat ShieldLt

13 165391 Gasket, Muffler

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

16 STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

17 17060624 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

23 169837 Shield,BrrYDbrGuard

25 145996 ContrelChoke

26 73920600 Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

29 137180 Arrestor,Spark

31 15710_ Tank, Fuel

32 161696 CapFuelGuago

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

34 106082X Spacer Pad

37 8543R Line,Fuel

38 148315 Plug, Oil Drain Easy

39 109227X Pad Idler

45 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh3/8-16 x 3/4

62 10040500 Washer Lock 5/16

72 71070512 Screw Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4

81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Starter Nut

102 17720408 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgivenin U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

180597 Seat 13 121248X

180166 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 14 72050412

71110616 Bolt 15 134300

19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 16 121250X

145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 17 123976X

STD541437 Nut 21 171852

124181X Spring, Seat 22 STD541431

17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 24 19171912

19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge

180186 Pan, Seat

166369 KnobSeat

121246)( Bracket, Switch Mounting

Bushing,Snap

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

Spacer, Split .28 x .88

Spring

Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5

Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Nut

Washer 17132x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgivenin U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156439

2 181569

3 177356

4 177357

5 177355

6 133644

7 181703

8 181428

9 163204

10 164065

11 156368

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Fender Danger Sears 13 146046

Decal, Engine 15 1603..°6

Decal, Hoed, R.H. 19 138047

Decal, Hood, LH. 20 172331

Decal, Hood Side 21 179128

Decal, Maintenance 22 149516

Decal, Lower Dash - - 138311

Decal, Rplcmnt - - 165800X428

Decal, Fender, Craftsman White - - 165799X428

Decal, Sting WhlDomed -- 183218

Decal, Fender STLT Oper Inst E/S - - 183219

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-Bait Dr SchTractor

Decal, Mower DriveSchematic

Decal, Battery DiehardSears

Decal, Deck Sears

Decal, Deck

Decal, Battery

Decal, LiftHandle

Pad FootrestLH STLT

PadFootrestRH STLT

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS AND TIRES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106222X Tire, Front

4 59904 Tube, FrontTire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

5 106732X427 Rim, Front

6 278H Fitting,Grease (FrontWheel Onty)

7 90401-1 Bearing, Flange(Frent Wheai

Only)

8 I06108X427 Rim, Rear

9 122082X Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, RearTira

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

11 104757X428 Cap, Axle

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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LIFTASSEMBLY

36 13

11_ 12 13

19 i

16 20 161718 2?

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/SprgW/plunger LT

2 159471 Shaft Asm LiftRH w/Inf

3 105767X Pin Groove I 500 Zinc

4 12(X)0002 E Ring#5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X21 Ga

6 120183X Beadng Nylon BIk 629 Id

7 125631X GdpHandle

8 122365X ButtonPlungerYellow

11 139865 Link LiftLH Fixed Length

12 139866 Link Lift RH Fixed Length

13 4939M RetainerSpring

15 173288 I ink Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 173689 TrunnionBIk Zinc

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

19 139868 ArmSuspensionRear

20 163552 RetainerSpring

23 110807X Nut Special

24 19131016 Washer 13/32 X 5,'8X 16 Ga

25 2876H Spdng2-1/6"

26 169484 RetainerClip

27 126971X Rod AdjLift Zinc 7.49 Wrk Lg

28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

29 138057 Knob Inf3/8-16 Unc BIk W/sym

30 150233 TrunnionInfinHeight

31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crowntock3/8 - 24

36 155097 Pointer Height Indicator

37 123935X Plug Hole BIk 1.485/1.515 Dia.

38 17060516 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1

40 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-11210 Ga.

41 155098 IndicatorHeight STLT

49 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

50 110452 Nut PUsh Phos & Oil

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

157

151

152

_147

117

119

19F 21

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 16589_ Mower Deck Assembly,42" 67 149846

2 STD533107 Bolt 68 144959

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 92 STD541437

Front 101 136420

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar38/42" Deck 102 71081010

5 STD624008 RetainerSpdng 103 19061216

6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 104 STD551110

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 105 160793

9 STITo51137 Washer, Lock 106 2029J

10 140296 Washer,Hardened 111 179292

11 134149 Blade, Mulching 112 179293

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 113 17060510

14 128774 Housing,Mandrel, Vented 114 STD541431

15 110485X Beadng, Ball,Mandrel 115 72110505

16 174493 Stdppar, Mower Deck 116 4898H

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 117 165746

19 132827 Bolt,Shoulder 118 73930600

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 119 STD5510_/

21 STD541431 NutCrownk_ck5i16-18UNC 129 19131312

23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 130 _710

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve

25 123713X Spring,Torsion,Deflector 131 STD533710

26 110452X Nut, Push 142 165890

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 143 157109

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5i8x16Ga. 144 158634

29 131491 Rod,Hinge 145 165888

30 173984 ScrewThdrolWasher Head 146 171977

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 147 179748

32 153535 Pulley,Mandrel 148 169022

33 178342 Nut, Toplock,Flanged 149 165898

34 STD533717 Bolt 150 19091216

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 151 169670

37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16 152 169676

Gauge 153 169674

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/6-16UNC 154 169675

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH. 155 169671

45 STD624003 Retainer 156 169672

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 157 169669

48 133944 Washer, Hardened 158 17720408

49 174284 RollerAssembly,Cam Follower 159 STD533717

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 - - 130794

51 STD541410 Locknut

52 139888 Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake - - 169583

54 13,3943 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

59 141043 Guard,TUV Idler

KnobCustomOval

V-Belt

Nut

MulcherCover

Screw Pan HD Phillip10-24 x 5/8

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel LH.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw 3/8-16 x .625

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt,Carriage 5/16 UNC x 5/8

Bolt,Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centedcok 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 718x 14 Gauge

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

Bolt,Fin Hex 3/6-16 UNC x t

Gr. 5

Bolt,Rdhd Sqnk 3/6-16UNC x 1

ArmSpringBrakeMower

Bracket Arm Idler42"

Keeper Belt 42"ClutchCable

Pulley Idler Flat

BoltCardage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring ReturnIdler

RetainerSpringYellowZinc

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

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch42 In

Washer Flat3/8" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring RetentionLever

Spacer

Rod Clutch

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

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

MandrelAssembly(Includes

Housing, Shaf andShaft Hardware

Only-Pulley notincluded)

ReplacementMower,Complete

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgivenin U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206_545C

706A

1GO

157

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772147 TrensaxleCover 3_ 786026 DoweIPin

2 780086A Needle Bearing 5,'8" 40 792076A FlatWasher

3 770128 TransaxleCase ,312 ID x .059W

4 776395 Countershaft 41A 790079 Brake Lever

5 776409 Output Shaft 42 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 43 792075 Locknut5 / 16 - 24

7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 44 7900_5 Brake Pad Holder

8 792180 ShiftKey 45 786066 Spacer .2625 x 1,0

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 46 786086 Brake Lever Bracket

9 784352 ShiftCollar 47 774690 Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)

10 784378 ShiftRod & Fork 48 774691 Axle (16 - 1 12" long)

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth)

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion(13 teeth) 50 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)

(include. 14) 52 778352 Spur Gear (19 teeth)

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth)

(include. 13) 54 778346 Spur Gear (t5 teeth)

15 778370 RingGear (43 teeth) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth)

17 786188 DrivePin 57 778337 Spur Gear (13 teeth)

18 78610_ Spacer 1.130 X .695 58 77&353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)

20 792077A Bell 5/16" dia 59 778351 Spur Gear (21 teeth)

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 5/8" 60 778349 Spur Gear {24 teeth)

22 792079 Spring .310 OD x ,625 L 61 778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth)

25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 65 780189 " FlatWasher

25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" .563 ID x .062W

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkgof 2) 66 776422 Input Shaft

27 792035 RetainingRing 67 776396 Shifter & Brake Shaft

28 788040 Retaining Ring 69 792170 Retaining Ring

29 780072 ThrustWasher 70 786187 Spacer .890

.627 ID x .031W 71 788069 SquareCut Ring

29A 780160 ThrustWasher 71B 788092 "O"Ring

.762 ID x .031W 76 780090 FlatWasher

29B 780051 ThrustWasher 1,128 ID x .058W

.762 ID x .031W 77 788078A InvertedRetaining Ring

29C 780199 Anti-RotationWasher.632 79 792144 Spring .430 OD x .5000 L

30 780108 CupWasher 82 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13

1.127 ID x .032W teeth)

31 780001 FlatWasher .750 ID x .056W 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

(Use As Needed) 85 792154 Oil FillPlug

31A 780195 RatWasher 87 788089A Oil Seal 9 / 16"

.750 ID x ,062W 150 788093A LiquidGasket RTV Silicone

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 157 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

34 780194 Bushing .563 180 73(_.29A Gear Oil80W90

35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID 900 794712 ReplacementMST

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing.751 206-545CTranasxle

36 790075 Brake Disk

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkgof 2) U,S. inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

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I 11T_8 OWNER'S MANUAL [

I 1036 EMI_ION LABEL I

305_

3O4

447A

6541

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

276 O

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1

10_2

,lOO

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

987 •

104 _ 672

los O

1123 O

117 e' 1124 _'

137 Q

OlO

002A8

742

404 O

ss2A8

691 e

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

51 _ _e

150

276 0 1124 6_'

914

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272451

BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER407777,TYPENUMBER0174-E1

ENGINE GASKET KIT

9 51 _

276 _

691

842

801"_ _

697

791

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BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 690231 .C_.linderAssembly 125 499804 Carburetor

2 499585 Kd-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 130 690993 Valve-Throttle

Side) 131 499805 Kit-Throttle Shaft

3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 133 499806 FIoat-Carburator

4 690069 Sump-Engine 135 499803 Tube-Fuel Transfer

5 693998 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 1) 137 690994 _:]: Gasket-Float Bowl

5A 693999 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 2) 141 499807 Kit-Choke Shaft

7 690962 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 142 499808 O Nozzle-Carburetor

8 499601 Breather Assembly 146 690979 Key-Timing

9 690937 • Gasket-Breather 150 690995 9:1: Gasket-Nozzle

10 690960 Screw (Breather Assembly) 160 690996 Retainer-Solenoid

11 690942 Tube-Breather 163 691001 .+ Gasket-Air Cleaner

12 697227 • Gasket-Crankcase 165 693148 Nut (Ring Gear)

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain Length)

16 691046 Crankshaft 187A 691049 Line-Fuel (Molded)

20 690947 • Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 188 690960 Screw (Control Bracket)

22 694966 Screw (Engine Sump) 192 690083 Adjuster-Rocker Arm

23 691054 Flywheel 209 697674 Spring-Governor

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 211 691019 Spring-Governed Idle

25 499588 Piston Assembly (Standard) 212 695238 Link-Throttle

25 499589 Piston Assembly (.010' 213 691021 Bracket-Choke Control

Oversize) 216 691022 Link-Choke

25 499590 Piston Assembly (.020' 219 696376 Gear-Governor

Oversize) 220 690412 Washer (Governor Lever)

25 499591 Piston Assembly (.030" 222 691023 Bracket-Control

Oversize) 227 691048 Lever-Govemor Control

26 499604 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 231 690718 Screw (Choke Valve)

26 499605 Ring Set-Piston (.010" 240 691035 Filter-Fuel

Oversize) 250 690957 Retainer-Breather

26 499606 Ring Set-Piston (.020" 252 690956 Collector-Oil

Oversize) 265 691024 Clamp-Casing

26 499607 Ring Set-Piston (.030" 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

Oversize) 276 690997•9+ Washer-Sealing

27 690975 Lock-Piston Pin 287 690960 Screw (Dipstick Tube)

28 690229 Pin-Piston 304 695277 Housing-Blower

29 499583 Rod-Connecting 305 691005 Screw_Blower Housing)

32 690976 Scraw(Connecting Rod) 309 691262 Motor-Starter

33 499596 Valve-Exhaust 310 691263 Bolt-Starter Motor

34 499597 Valve-Intake 311 497608 Brush Set

35 690963 Spring-Valve (Intake) 332 691059 Nut (Flywheel)

36 690963 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 333 691060 Armature-Magneto

40 690964 Retainer-Valve 334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature)

42 499586 Keeper-Valve 337 691043 Spark Plug

45 690977 Tappet-Valve 358 694012 Set-Engine Gasket

46 690978 Camshaft 363 691062 Flywheel Puller

48 692714 Short Block (446777-0027- 383 690966 Wrench-Spark Plug

E2 Replacement Engine) 365 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump)

50 695241 Manifold-intake

51 690950• £_:1:Gasket-intake RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

53 High Speed: 3000-3200

104

105

108

117

118

121

690951 Stud (Carburetor)

695240 Screw (Intake Manifold)

691055 Screen-Rotating

691057 Screw (Rotating Screen)

691056 Washer (Flywheel)

690283 Plug-Oil

690718 Screw (Throttle Valve)

499802 Kit-Idle Speed

690984 O Pin-Float Hinge

690985 O Valve-Float Needle

690986 Valve-Choke

690232 O Jet-Main (Standard)

690989 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

499811 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Included

358

Included

No. 121

Included

No. 977

Included

1095

in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

387 808656 Pump-Fuel

404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank)

405 690960 Screw (Back Plate)

418 690999 Plate-Carburetor

445 499486 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge

447 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover)

447A 690960 Screw (Air Guide Cover)

467 691008 Knob-Air Cleaner

474 696459 Alternator

505 691029 Nut (Govemor Control Lever)

510 497606 Drive-Starter

513 692024 Clutch-Drive

523 691036 Dipstick

524 691032 ° Seal-Dipstick Tube

525 691037 Tube-Dipstick

544 Armature-Starter

s(Service with 691262

tarter Motor)

552 690552 Bushing-Governor Crank

552A 690553 Bushing-Governor Crank

562 690311 Bolt (Govemor Control Lever)

573 691009 Plate-Back

601 691038 Clamp-Hose

615 690317 Retainer-Govemor Shaft

616 691045 Crank-Governor

617 691917 SeaI-O Ring (intake Manifold)

628 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket)

633 690998 _1: Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft

635 66538 Boot-Sparkplug

654 690958 Nut (Carburetor)

668 691215 Spacer

672 690234 _:1: Gasket-Carburetor Plate

691 690657 ° Seal-Governor Shaft

695 693149 Screw (Ring Gear)

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap)

703 691010 Clip

718 690959 Pin-Locating

726 499612 Gear-Ring

741 690980 Gear-Timing

742 690328 Retainer-E Ring

750 691033 Screw (Oil Pump Cover)

783 693058 Gear-Pinion

788 691039 Brecket-Fuel Pump

789 695050 Harness-Wiring

797 691029 Nut (Brush Retainer)

797A 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer)

798 690967 Screw CRocker Arm)

801 691283 Cap-Dnve

802 691286 Cap-End

803 Housing-Starter

(Service with 691262

Starter Motor)

842 691031 ° Seal-Dipstick/Tube

847 499602 Dipstick/Tube Assembly

851 493880 TerminaI-Sparkplug

855 691011 Adapter-Air

865 691012 Cover-Air Guide

865A 691014 Cover-Air Guide

865B 691015 Cover-Air Guide

868 690968 =+ Seal-Valve

914 691127 Screw (Rocker Cover)

918 694000 Hose-Vacuum

929 695239 Screw (Choke Control

Bracket)

929A 691003 Screw (Choke Control

Bracket)

943 690589 • SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump

Cover)

947 499809 Solenoid-Fuel

965 499613 Cover-Oil Pump

967 272638 Filter-Pre Cleaner

968 499788 Cover-Air Cleaner

975 499810 Bowl-Float

977 499812 Gasket Set-Carburetor

987 691000 (D.I: SeaI-ThrotUe Shaft

1005 499603 Fan-Flywheel

1013 690954 Nipple-Oil Filter

1017 690770 Screen-Oil Pump

1019 690103 Kit-Label

1022 690971 °+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

1023 499599 Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 1)

1023A499600 Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 2)

1024 499054 Pump-Oil

1026 690981 Rod-Push (Steel)

1026A690982 Rod-Push (Aluminum)

1027 492932 Filter-Oil

1029 690972 Arm-Rocker

1035 691042 Shaft-Pump

1036 695704 Label-Emission

1051 691265 Ring-Retaining

1058 274794 Owner's Manual

1070 691674 Screw (Flywheel Fan)

1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

1095 694013 Kit-Valve Overhaul

1100 690973 Pivot-Rocker Arm

1119 691183 Screw (Alternator)

1123 690987_ :1: SeaI-O Ring (Solenoid

Retainer)

1124 690968_ :1: SeaI-O Ring (Fuel Transfer

Tube)

1126 690991 Screw (Fuel Transfer Tube)

1127 690992 Screw (Float Bowl)

1128 690990 Q Screw (Carburetor Nozzle)

1169 693140 Screw (Carburetor Cover

Plate)

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

Included

358

Included

No. 121

:1: Included

No. 977

+ Included

1095

in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch

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2. Hold page before you so that its left edge Is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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