Craftsman 917273850 tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

CRI FTSMIIN°

20.0 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.273850

[_] his product has a mowemission engine which operates

differentmy from previousmy buimt engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manuak

Read and follow aH Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1_800°659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am =5 pm, Men =Sat

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

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

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

SafetyRules...........................................3

ProductSpecifications............................6

Assembly/Pre-Operation........................8

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

MaintenanceSchedule.........................17

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

Service andAdjustments......................21

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

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

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

Sears Service.........................BackCover

LIMITEDWARRANTYON CRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT

Fortwo (2)years from the date of purchase,if this CraftsmanRiding Equipmentis

maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner'smanual,

Searswill repairor replacefree of chargeany partsthat are foundto be defectivein

materialor workmanshipaccordingto the guidelinesof coveragelisted below.Searswill

also providefree laborfor these applicablewarrantedpartsfor the two full years.During

the first 30 days of purchase,there will be no chargesto servicethe productat your

homefor issuescoveredby this warranty.(See exclusionsbelow). Foryour conve-

nience, IN HOMEwarrantyservicewill still be availableafterthe first 30 days of pur-

chase, buta trip chargewill apply.Thischargewill be waived if the Craftsmanproduct is

droppedoff at an authorizedSears location.For the nearestauthorizedSears location,

pleasecall 1-800-4-MY-HOME@.This warrantyapplies onlywhile this productis within

the UnitedStates.

This Warrantydoes notcover:

Expendableitemswhich becomeworn during normaluse, includingbut not limitedto

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

StandardMaintenanceServicing,oil changes, or tune-ups

Tire replacementor repaircausedby puncturesfrom outsideobjects,such as nails,

thorns,stumps,or glass.

Repairs necessarybecauseof operatorabuse, includingbut not limitedto, damage

causedby towingobjectsbeyondthe capabilityof the riding equipment,impacting

objectsthat bendthe frameor crankshaft,or over-speedingthe engine.

Repairs necessarybecauseof operatornegligence,includingbut not limitedto, elec-

trical and mechanicaldamagecausedby improperstorage,failureto use the proper

gradeand amount of engine oil, failureto keepthe deckclear of flammabledebris,

or failureto maintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructionscontainedin the

owner'smanual.

• Engine (fuel system)cleaningor repairscausedby fuel determinedto be contami-

nated or oxidized(stale). In general,fuel should be used within30 days of its pur-

chase date.

• Normaldeteriorationand wear of the exteriorfinishes,or productlabel replacement.

• Ridingequipmentusedfor commercialor rental purposes.

LIMITEDWARRANTYON BATTERY

For ninety(90) daysfrom date of purchase,if any batteryincludedwith this riding equip-

ment provesdefectivein materialor workmanshipand our testing determinesthe battery

will not holda charge, Searswill replacethe batteryat no charge. Duringthe first 30

daysof purchase,there will be no chargesto replacethe batteryat your HOME. After

the first 30 days,foryour convenience,IN-HOMEwarrantyservicewill still be avail-

ablebut a trip chargewill apply. Thischarge will be waived if the Craftsmanproduct is

droppedoff at an authorizedSears location.For the nearestauthorizedSears location,

pleasecall 1-800-4-MY-HOME@.

This battery warrantyapplies onlywhile this productis within the United States.

This warrantygivesyou specificlegal rights,and you mayalso haveother rights,which

vary,from state to state.

Sears,Roebuckand Co.,Dept.817WA,HoffmanEstates,IL 60179

mMPORTANT:This cutting machineis capableof amputatinghandsandfeet and throw-

ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafety instructionscould resultin serious

injuryor death.

_WARNING: In orderto preventac-

cidental starting whensetting up, trans-

porting,adjustingor makingrepairs,

alwaysdisconnectspark plugwire and

placewire where it cannotcontactspark

ug.

WARNING: Do notcoast downa hill in

neutral,you may losecontrol of the tractor.

_WARNING: Towonly the attachments

that are recommendedby and complywith

specificationsof the manufacturerof your

tractor.Use commonsense whentowing.

Operateonly at the lowestpossiblespeed

when on a slope. Tooheavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. Tirescan

losetraction with the groundand cause

,_u to lose control of your tractor.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

L GENERAL OPERATmON

,, Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

,_ Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

,, Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

,, Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

,_ Never carry passengers.

,, Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

,, Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

,, Slow down before turning.

,_ Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set

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 un-

loading 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 in-

juries. These operators should evaluate

their ability to operate the riding mower

safely enough to protect themselves and

others from serious injury.

,, Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

H. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back

up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do

not mow it.

DO:

Mow up and down slopes, not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the machine.

Taft 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 recommend-

ations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and 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.

ill. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the ma-

chine and the mowing activity. Never as-

sume 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 equip-

ment in good condition.

Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

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. Ad-

just and service as required.

Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing.Stop machineif anyone

enters the area.

Nevercarry passengersor children

evenwith the bladesoff.

Do not mow in reverseunlessabso-

lutely necessary.Alwayslook downand

behind beforeand while backing.

Nevercarry children.Theymayfall off

and be seriously injuredor interferewith

safe machineoperation.

Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea

and underthe watchfulcare of another

responsibleadult.

Be alert and turn machineoff if children

enter the area.

Beforeand when backing,look behind

and downfor small children.

Mow up and downslopes (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 necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECmFmCATmONS

Gasoline 4.0 Gallons

Capacity Unleaded

and Type: Regular

Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)

(API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F

Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.0 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC

(Gap: .030")

Ground Speed Forward: 1st 1.2

(MPH): 2nd 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 System:15 Amps @ 3600 RPM

Battery: Amp/Hr: 35

Min. CCA: 280

Case size: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque:45-55 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATmONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSmBILmES

* Read and observe the safety rules.

,, Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and using your tractor.

,, Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_,WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia Public Resources Code). Other states

may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands. A spark arrester for the

muffler is availaNe through your nearest

Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTmON

AGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart pur-

chase. Your new Craftsman@ product is

designed and manufactured for years of

dependable operation. But like all prod-

ucts, it may require repair from time to

time. That's when having a Repair Protec-

tion Agreement can save you money and

aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement

now and protect yourseff from unexpected

hassle and expense.

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

,, Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.

,, Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

,, Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

,, Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts not

covered by the agreement; also, 10%

off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.

,, Fast help by phone- phone support

from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a

simple phone call is all that it takes for you

to schedule service. You can call anytime

day or night, or schedule a service ap-

pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair

specialists, who have access to over 4.5

million quality parts and accessories.

That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your

new purchase for years to come. Purchase

your Repair Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information

call 1-800-827-8655.

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For Sears professional installation of home

appliances, garage door openers, water

heaters, and other major home items, in

the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Locknut 1/2-20

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

(1) Locknut 1/4-28

Steering Wheel

Adapter Steering

Boot

Seat

(1) Large Flat Washer

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Washer

@ 17/32 x1-3/16 x12 Gauge

_(1 ) Knob

Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Video Cassette

(2) Keys

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 REQUmRED FOR

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) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

_-_c:-_'b_--Unsert

_ 1/2 Hex Nut

(1£-._------Large FUatWasher

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 along dotted lines on all four pan-

els of carton. Remove end panels and

lay side panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVmNG TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERmNG WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in ex-

tension and lower shafts and install 1/4

hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

mMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut se-

curely 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 cross 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.

Steering

WheeU

AdapterJJ

Steering Boot

_Tabs

Extension Shaft

1/4

Hex BoUt

Tab

"-,- -. ;,/ SUots

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

mMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service af-

ter month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge battery

for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

(See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section

of this manual for charging instructions).

mNSTALLSEAT

Adjust seat beforetighteningadjustment

knob.

1. Removeadjustmentknob and flat

washersecuring seatto cardboard

packingand set asidefor assemblyof

seatto tractor.

2. Pivotseat upwardand removefrom

the cardboardpacking.Removethe

cardboardpackingand discard.

3. Placeseat on seat pan so head of

shoulderbolt is positionedover large

slotted holein pan.

4. Push downon seat to engageshoulder

bolt in slot and pullseat towardsrear of

tractor.

5. Pivotseat and pan forwardand as-

sembleadjustmentknoband flat

washerloosely.Do not tighten.

6. Lowerseat into operatingpositionand

sit in seat.

7. Slideseat until a comfortableposition

is reachedwhich allowsyou to press

clutch/brakepedal all the way down.

8. Get off seatwithout movingits ad-

justed position.

9. Raiseseat and tightenadjustment

knob securely.

Seat

BoUt

Fiat Washer

Adjm Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKiD (See

Operation section for mocation and

function of controms)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po-

sition.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRmVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for mocation and

function of controms)

_WARNmNG: Before starting, read, un-

derstand and follow all instructions in the

Operation section of this manual. Be sure

tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure

the area in front of tractor is clear of other

people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

3. 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 posi-

tion.

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 park-

ing brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

mNSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(ff previousmy 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 rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

_,CAUTmON: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower.

Deflector

Shield

Mulcher

Plate

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO 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 designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovedn-

fiated at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

,, Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO LEV-

EL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSmON

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts

in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual. Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

V"CHECKMST

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:

v" All assembly instructions have been

completed.

v" No remaining loose parts in carton.

v" Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

v" All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overin-

fiated at the factory).

v" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-sideifront-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

v" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

v" 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.

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

lar unleaded gasoline.

v" Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

v" Be sure brake system is in safe oper-

ating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

R N H L Ikl _ _,_

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION

G G

ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE

OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE

LIGHT

BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED UNLOCKED

MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

®@@@@

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

,_hlI/lllIJll/,,

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicatesa hazard which, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,

if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

FIRE indicatesa hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READTHINSOWNER'SMANUAL AND SAFETYRULES BEFOREOPERATmNGYOUR

TRACTOR

Comparethe illustrationswith your tractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof

variouscontrols and adjustments. Savethis manualfor futurereference.

Attachment

CDtch Lever

Ammeter

Throttb/Choke

Control

Light Switch

ignition Switch Position

Lift Lever

_ Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

o Height

indicator

Parking Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards anstitute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments 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.

GEARSHmFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

mGNmON SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

UFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

UGHT SWmTCH POSmON - Turns the

headlights on and off.

PARKmNG BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

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

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator

to leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in brake position.

Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

tor secure.

Attachment CUutch Lever

"Eric ed" Position

Choke

ControU Parking Brake

"Engaged"

Clutch/ Position

Brake

Pedal

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

* To stop mower blades, move attachment

clutch lever to disengaged position.

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.

_CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, 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 MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal de-

pressed and gearshift lever in neutral

(N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired po-

sition.

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.

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 between half and

full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control

between half and full speed (fast) posi-

tion, before stopping, may cause engine to

"backfire".

Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

,, Never use choke to stop engine.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

Grasp lift lever.

Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

sured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights

are approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to approxi-

mately 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 rela-

tively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground when

mower is at the desired cutting height in

operating position. Gauge wheels then

keep the deck in proper position to help

prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to de-

sired cutting height(See "TO ADJUST

MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this

section of manual).

2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin

which secure each gauge wheel bar.

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise

gauge wheels slightly to align holes

in bracket and gauge wheel bar and

insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should

be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

5. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the

same setting.

mMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge

wheels if you change the cutting height

of the mower deck.

Retainer

Spring

Clevis

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt

by the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine. You must

remain fully and centrally positioned in the

seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equip-

ment on rough, roiling terrain or hills.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging at-

tachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Lift Lever High

Position

Attachment

Clutch Lever Low

"Engaged' Position

"Disengaged"

Position

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HmLLS

_b,WARNmNG: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• 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, etc.).

TOWmNG CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy

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

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTmNGTHE ENGmNE

CHECK ENGmNEOraLLEVEL

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. Pull up and remove oil fill cap/dipstick;

wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into

the tube and push down firmly into

place. Remove and read oil level. If

necessary, add oil until "FULL:' mark

on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See the

oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOUNE

• 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 quan-

tities that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

_I_CAUTmON: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

mMPORTANT: When operating in temper-

atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

CAUTmON: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separa-

tion and formation of acids during storage.

Acidic gas can damage the fuel system

of an engine while in storage. To avoid

engine problems, the fuel system should

be emptied before storage of 30 days

or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and Jet 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.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedat and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

position.

4. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

5. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to start position and release

key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

6. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• 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)

6. When engine starts, leave throttle

control in choke position until engine

warms up and begins to run roughly.

Once rough running begins, imme-

diately move the throttle control to the

fast position. Engine warm-up may

take from several seconds to several

minutes (the colder the temperature,

the longer the warm-up).

The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance

(see "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

MOWING TIPS

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.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean after each use.

,, The speciat 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 recut-

ting 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, the newly cut area will not be

exposed to direct sunlight.

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, re-

duce your width of cut on each pass and

mow slowly.

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If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and pos-

sible fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

Do not mow grass when it is wet.

Wet grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better 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 at-

tachment being used.

MAX 1/3

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 sec-

ond cut, mow across (perpendicular) 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 and

graining of the lawn.

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REOULARSERV,OE ,,' ZSERV,OE OATES

Check Brake Operation _1_ I_

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems

R Check for Loose Fasteners I_ Ks

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_3

C Lubrication Chart li_ If

0 Check Battery Level _4

R Clean Battery and Terminals If I_

Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Belts If

Check Engine Oil Level I_ If

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) _1,2

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1_1,2

N Clean Air Filter _1_2

G Clean Air Screen 1_2

Inspect Muffler/Spark

Arrester

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) 1_,2

Clean Engine Cooling Fins I_ 2

Replace Spark Plug I_ If

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

Replace Fuel Filter

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

in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusly conditions.

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

4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 fb-lbs, maximum.

Do not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATmONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator

must maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

At least once a year you should replace

the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

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

@ Spindb -@ Spindb

Zerk Zerk

@Front WheeU ,

Bearing

Zerk

@Front Wheel

Bearing Zerk

@Engine .

' "@Gearo

; T o_-_ shift

............ Pivots

(gSAE 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 sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATmON

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted. (See

"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TmRES

* Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

* Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

* Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your trac-

tor 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 at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

without first setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

, When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

, The attachment clutch should never op-

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

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 al-

low access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Instatl new or resharpened blade

with trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

mMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

Lbs. torque).

H_PORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly

F,atWasher f_ _jB,ade __

Lock

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-

ening blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with

balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the

bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If

blade is balanced, it should remain in a

horizontal position. If either end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

5/8" Bolt or

Center Hole

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

18, 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. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

2. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

3. Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

4. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD-

JUSTMENTS section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOUNG

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

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.

LUBRmCATmON

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SG-SL Se-

lect the oil's SAE viscosity grade according

to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100

c -_o -2o -1_ _ 1_ _o 3o 40

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

oil vJsccha_t4 e

Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-

eration or at least once a year if the tractor

is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SG-SL

Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

OH Drain VaUve

Closed

and

Locked

Position

Yellow Cap

Drain Tube

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the

cap onto the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. For accurate reading,

insert dipstick into the tube and push

down firmly into place before removing.

Keep oil up to, but not over, the "FULL:'

line on dipstick. Push dipstick dow

firmly into the tube when finished.

AmR FmLTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

1. Loosen knobs and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Remove foam pre-cleaner from cover.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it

to dry.

5. Saturateit in engineoil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbentcloth and squeezeto

removeexcess oil.

TO SERVICECARTRIDGE

Replacea dirty, bent,or damagedcar-

tridge. Handlenewcartridgecarefully;

do not use if the rubberseal is dam-

aged.

NOTE: Do not wash the papercartridge

or use pressurizedair, as this will damage

the cartridge.

1. Removecartridge.

2. Gentlytap pleatedside of cartridgeto

dislodgedirt.

3. Installcleaned or new cartridgewith

the pleatedside "out"and seat the

rubberseal onto the edges of the air

cleaner base.

4. Reinstallthe pre-cleaner(cleanedand

oiled) into the cover.Makesure the

hole in pre-cleaneris alignedwith the

uppermountingknob.

5. Reinstallair cleaner cover and secure

bytightening knobs.

.Knob

Cartridge Foam

Pre-CUeaner

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.

ENGmNE OraL FmLTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning

of each mowing season or after every

100 hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

mN-UNE FUEL FmLTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-

retor, rep{acement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

Clamp ___ Clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEAN AmR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and stub-

born dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AmR mNTAKE/COOUNG AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter-

nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean

at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other cool-

ing shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and

external surfaces as necessary. Make sure

the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

of all foreign matter.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

Protect painted surfaces with auto-

motive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose or pressure washer to clean your

tractor unless the engine and transmis-

sion are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine or transmission will shorten the

useful life of your tractor. Use compressed

air or a leaf blower to remove grass,

leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

WARNmNG: TO AVOmD SERmOUS mNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMmNG ANY SER=

VmCE 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 to "STOP" and remove key.

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

6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where 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

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and

remove 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.

Smal

Clutch S

Smal Retainer

Clutch

Spring_

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

mMPORTANT: 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 I_STALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-

tor shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with retainer

springs.

Fiat __

Washer

Square Hole

Engine

Pulley

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway

Springs

(Both Sides)

Deflector

Housing

Guide

Large Retainer

Spring ;ket

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. Place flat washer and clutch spring on

idler pulley bolt and secure with small

retainer spring.

9. Install belt onto engine pulley.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or underinflated,

you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

Raise mower to its highest position.

At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge

Bottom edge of

Check adjustment on right side of trac-

tor. 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 num-

ber of turns. The two front links must

remain equal in length.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Oo\_ , oo, / MandreU

ii 01 _

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Both Front Links ShouUd be uaUin Length

Arm

lu @ o,

Lift Link N_

Adjustment

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

mMPORTANT: 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.

Trunnion

Front Links

_E _

TO REPLACE _,_OWER BLADE DRmVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re-

placed without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys

and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in

this section of this manual).

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust

if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than five (5) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Replace brake pads or contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

MandreU

Mandrel

Pulley

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or

paved surface, depress clutch/brake

pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when

you try to manually push the tractor for-

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to

be replaced.

TO 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 between

transaxb 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 keepers.

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

PuUUey

CUutcMng_ I

Idler

Stationary J_

Center Span

Keeper Transaxle --.

Pulley

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHmFT LEVER NEU-

TRAL 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 neu-

tral (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 STEERmNG WHEEL AUGN-

_,_ENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars

horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. 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 REPAmRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert

square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Ring

Axle

Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGmNE WroTH A WEAK BAT-

TERY

_,WARNmNG: Lead-acid batteries gen-

erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-

TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of

this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

mMPORTANT: 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 fuet 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.

02614

Weak or Dead FuUUyCharged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_WARNmNG: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a 'wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift hood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

4. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with re-

maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

Keps Nut

Hex BoUt

Terminal

Access _,,,_'_.'< ,..'"

Door

Cable

Terminal Negative

Guard (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADUGHT 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.

mNTERLOCKS 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

piugqn fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRmLL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-

connect the headlight wire connector.

Headlight Wire

Connector

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers ex-

pense, may be performed by any non-road

engine repair establishment or individual.

Warranty repairs must be performed by an

authorized engine manufacturer's service

outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi-

tion. Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

2. Check to see if hole in throttle lever

and hole in speed control bracket are

aligned.

3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable

clamp screw and align the holes by

inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit

through both holes.

4. Pull throttle cable up to remove slack

and tighten cable clamp screw. Re-

move alignment pencil or drill bit.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. However, minor adjustment may

be required to compensate for differences

in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.

mMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and

seats in carburetor may result if turned in

too tight.

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a Iimiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limker cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

1. Be sure you have a clean air filter and

the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see above).

2. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make adjustments with engine

running and shift/motion control lever

in neutral (N) position.

3. Idle speed setting - With throttle control

lever in slow position, engine shoutd

idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too

slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is at-

tained.

4. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn idle

fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise)

until engine begins to die and then turn

out (counterclockwise) until engine

runs rough. Turn needle to a point

midway between those two positions.

5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if nec-

essary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

6. Move throttle control lever from slow

to fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat

test and continue to adjust, if neces-

sary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

mMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set

for proper engine speed. Overspeed-

ing the engine above the factory high

speed setting can be dangerous. If you

think the engine-governed high speed

needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Throttle Lever

Speed

Control

Bracket Clamp

Screw

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

41_WARNING: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for a

period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove

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

clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

Fully charge the battery for storage.

,, After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

mMPORTANT: 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 dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-

gine and letting it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-

age container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-

buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and

carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENG(NE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

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 pro-

tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

mMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART:

See appropriate section in manuam unmess directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Wiii not start

Hard to start

Engine wiii not

turn over

Engine clicks but

wiii not start

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

CORRECTmON

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check atl wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3. Build=up of grass, [eaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

PROBLEM

Loss of power

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with attach=

merit clutch

engaged

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. 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.

POOr cut - uneven

Raise cutting height/reduce

speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Empty fuel tank and carbure=

tor, refill tank with fresh gas=

oline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected

contact Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART:

See appropriate section in marluamunmess directed to Sears service center

Mower blades wiii

not rotate

PROBLEi_I CAUSE CORRECTmON

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery wiii not

charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine "OFF"

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

. 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.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

Engine throttle control not set

between half and futl speed

(fast) position before stopping

engine.

Remove obstruction.

Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

Move throttle control

between half and full speed

(fast) position before

stopping engine.

SCHEMATmC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

sEo OII1 SLACK

BATTERY

CS_D

FUSE

I I

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

)G A1

IGNITION

SWITCH

RED

WHITE

................ _LUTCH / BRAK_E

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

(OPTIONAL)

SOLENOID

STARTER

BLACK

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

WHITE

__ SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

II ii i_ 1

I I _ I I

= I I

I f_, BLACK I I BLACK

( ATT'MENT CLUTCH _ _ i

SLACK CLUTCH OFF) , GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

SPARK 1

SLACK f_ IGNITION _ PLUG U

UNIT GAP w •

J (2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL ENGINES)

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM

..........

ALTERNATOR

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

15 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

RED _[ REGULATOR

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START B + S + A1 NONE

02731

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

BROWN

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRmCAL

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

ELECTRmCAL

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

1 144927 Battery 12 Volt 35 AMP

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

8 7603J Case Battery

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

11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

16 176138 Switch, Interlock Pushqn

21 183759 Harness Light Socket (W/4152j)

22 4152J Bulb Light #1156

24 4799J Cable Battery

25 146148 Cable Battery

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

28 145491 Cable Ground

29 121305X Switch Seat

30 175566 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Molded Craftsman

40 179720 Harness Ign

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

42 131563 Cover Terminal

43 178861 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

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

NOTE:

All component dimensions given in U=S=

inches 1 inch = 25=4 mm

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

CHASSmSAND ENCLOSURES

273

259

260

166

208

217

209

58 166

209

208

219

209

208

chassis-Laser-It.stlt 25

TRACTOR ooMODEL NUMBER 917.273850

CHASSmSAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

1 174619 Chassis Assembly

2 176554 Drawbar

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

5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

9 168337X013 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

11 174996 Panel, Dash, LH=

13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H=

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

17 184272X615 Hood Assembly

18 184921 Bumper Hood

20 180679 Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank

23 124028X Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line

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

28 184259 Grille/Lens Asm

30 179131X615 Fend/Ftrest

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support

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

38 175710 Pivot Bracket Assembly

39 174714 Bracket Pivot

58 187154 Air Duct

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

64 154798 Dash Lower STLT

74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 uric

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

114 158112 Keeper Belt Rear Lh Stl

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT

143 186689 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

148 17490620 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

159 179950X428 Cupholder

166 171875 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

207 17670508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

208 17670608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

209 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

211 145212 Nut Hexfiange Lock

217 179132X428 Console Fuel Window

219 17000512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

258 184264X599 Lens Laser RH

259 184263X599 Lens Laser LH

260 184262X428 Cover Lens Laser

263 184265 Bezel Grille LH

264 184266 Bezel Grille RH

272 185925X428 Vent Hood RH

273 185924X428 Vent Hood LH

274 184260X428 insert Grille LH

275 184261X428 insert Grille RH

- - 5479J Plug BTN =359 Dia=

NOTE: AII component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

GROUND DRIVE

212

70 116

.202

150

151

drive-fender.stlL26

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GROUND DRmVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON

1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 62 8883R

Peerless 206-545C 63 175410

2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 64 173937

3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 65 STD551143

4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 66 154778

5 121520X Strap, Torque 70 134683

6 17000512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 74 137057

8 165866 Rod Shifter Fender STLT 75 121749X

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 76 STD581075

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 77 123583X

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 unfW/Patch Gr. 8 78 121748X

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy HelicaI 79 STD580025

15 74490544 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 Gr. 5 80 145090

16 73800500 Nut Lock Hx W/hs 5/16-18 81 165592

18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr. 5 82 165711

19 STD541437 Nut 83 19171216

21 106933X Knob 84 166231

22 130804 Rod, Brake 85 150360

24 STD541237 Nut 89 158391X428

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 90 124346X

26 STD551037 Washer 96 STD624003

27 STD561210 Pin 112 19091210

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 113 127285X

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 116 72140608

30 169592 Bracket, TransaxIe 120 73900600

32 STD523107 Bolt 150 175456

34 175578 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 151 19133210

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 156 166002

36 STD551062 Washer 158 165589

37 STD571810 Roll Pin 159 183900

38 179114 Pulley, Composite, Flat 161 72140406

39 72110622 Bolt 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 Gr. 5 162 73680400

41 175556 Keeper, Belt, Idler 163 74780416

47 127783 PulIey, Idler, V-Groove, PIastic 165 165623

48 154407 BelIcrank Clutch Grnd Drv Stl 166 17490510

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 168 165492

50 72110612 Bolt Cam Sh. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 169 165580

51 STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 uric 170 178394

52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 uric 197 169613

53 105710X Link, Clutch 198 169593

55 105709X Spring, Clutch Return 202 72110614

56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 212 145212

57 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive

59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

61 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x Gr. 5

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof

Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.

Spacer, Axie

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

E-Ring

Key, Square 2.0 x =1845/=1865

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

Key Woodruff

Arm, Shift

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20

Spring, Torsion

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

Link Transaxle

Nut, Nylock

Console, Shift, STLT

Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4

Retainer Spring 1"

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

Strap Torque 90 Degrees

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1

Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/16 ID x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Shift

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

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 uric x 1 Gr 5

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Lt

Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear

Nyliner Snapqn

Washer NyIiner

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

Nut Hex Hg. Lock

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

STEERmNG

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

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37 . i

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15 15 29

15_ ..............

steering pl,lt 47

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68 67

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STEERmNG

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

1 159944X428 Steering Wheel

2 184706 Axle Assembly

3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H.

4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

8 12000029 Ring, Ktip

10 175121 Draglink

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

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

13 136518 Spacer, Bearing, Axle

15 145212 Nut, Hexfiange Lock

17 180641 Shaft Assembly, Steering

26 126847X Bushing Link Drag

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

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

30 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

32 130465 Rod, Tie

36 155099 Bushing, Steering

37 152927 Screw

38 159946X428 Insert, SteeringWhee!

39 19182411 Washer 9/16 IDx 1-1/2OD 11 Ga.

40 73540600 Nut, Crown!ock 3/8-24

41 159945 Adaptor, Steering Wheel

42 145054X428 Boot, Steering Shaft

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

44 180640 Extension Shaft Steering

46 184946X505 Cap, Spindle

51 73540400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-28

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

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72110618 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axte, Brace

71 175146 Steering Asm

82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

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

88 175118 Bolt shoulder 7/16-20

91 175553 Clip Steering

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

,105

engine-kohler 41

ENGINE

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

1 170548 Control, Throttle Paddle

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

3 Engine, Kohter, (See Breakdown) No=SV600-0001

4 188655 Muffler Exhaust

8 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 W/Sems

13 185909 Gasket, Muffler

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

16 STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

23 169837 Shield, Brn/Dbr Guard

29 137180 Arrestor, Spark

31 179022 Tank, FueI

32 179124X428 Cap Fuel

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

37 8543R Line, FueI

38 181654 Plug, Oil Drain Easy

41 139277 Stem Tank Fue!

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

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

105 17120616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1

112 3645J Bushing

116 184362 Nut Hex Flange Toplock M8-1=25

117 188654 Tube Exhaust

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U=S=

inches 1 inch = 25=4 mm

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LmFTASSEMBLY

13 20

32 _ 19 /

13 _ 31 \.

Fift-rh.l piece 3

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LmFTASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRmPTmON

1 159460 Wire Asm Hnner/Sprg

W/plunger LT

2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/hf

3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc

4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.

6 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Hd

7 125631X Grip Handle

8 122365X Button PIunger Yellow

11 139865 Link Lift LH Fixed Length

12 139866 Link Lift RH Fixed Length

13 4939M Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 uric

17 175689 Trunnion BIk Zinc

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

19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8 - 24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

24 ' !

seat Itknob 1

KEY PART

NO, NO,

1 188719

2 140551

3 71110616

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 182493

11 166369

12 121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot, Seat

Bolt

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

Clip, Push-in Hinged

Nut

Spring, Seat

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

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Pan, Seat

Knob Seat

Bracket, Switch Mounting

i Z

.,!

El _ 3

E ×

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing, Snap

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

15 134300 Spacer, Split =28 x =88

16 121250X Spring

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

21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 unc

22 STD541431 Nut

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

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

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

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8 7

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 156439

2 185974 Decal

3 186366 Decal

5 186367 Decal

6 133644 Decal

7 186788 Decal

8 189082 Decal

9 186572 Decal

10 164065 Decal

11 156368 Decal

E/S

Decal Fender Danger Sears

KEY PART

NO. NO.

13 146046

Engine 15 160396

Hood, R.H./LH. 19 138047

Hood Side Panel 20 172331

Maintenance 21 179128

Lower Dash 22 149516

Rplcmnt - - 138311

Fender, Craftsman White - - 184310X428

Strng Whl Domed - - 184311X428

Fender STLT Oper Inst - - 189047

- - 189048

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-Belt Dr Sch Tractor

Decal, Mower Drive Schematic

Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

Decal, Deck Sears

Decal, Deck

Decal, Battery

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad, Footrest LH STLT

Pad, Footrest RH STLT

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS AND TmRES

5,8

4,10

wheel 1

KEY PART

NO, NO,

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

106732X624

278H

9040H

8 106108X624

9 122082X

10 7152J

11 104757X428

-- 144334

DESCRIPTION

Valve Cap, Tire

Stem, Valve

Tire, Front

Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item

Only)

Rim, Front

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel

Only)

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

Rim, Rear

Tire, Rear

Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service item

Only)

Cap, Axle

Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: A!I component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

MOWER DECK

119

118

148

48, 33

142

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102/_

42 D man=t-path atlt 4.

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 182032 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 67 149846

2 STD533107 Bolt 68 144959

3 138017 Bracket Assy, Sway Bar, Front 92 STD541437

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 101 136420

5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 102 71081010

6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 103 19061216

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 104 STD551110

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 105 160793

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 106 2029J

(The folIowing blades are availa- 113 17060512

bIe) 116 184219

11 134149 Biade, 42" Mulching Std 117 174873

(For mulching mowers only) 118 73930600

- - 139775 Blade, 42" Mulching Premium 119 STD551037

(For better wear when mulching 129 19131312

- - 138971 Biade, 42" Hi-Lift 130 STD523710

(For bagging or discharging) 131 STD533710

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 134 156941

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 135 159765

15 110485X Bearing, Bal!, Mandrel 136 155986

16 174493 Stripper, Mower Deck 138 159763

18 72140505 Bott, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 139 159767

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 140 159768

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 142 165890

21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 unc 143 157109

23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 144 158634

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 145 165888

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 146 171977

26 110452X Nut, Push 147 131335

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 148 169022

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga. 149 165898

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 150 19091210

30 173984 Screw ThdroI Washer Head 152 169676

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 158 17720408

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 159 STD533717

33 178342 Nut, Topiock, Flanged 184 19131410

34 STD533717 Bolt 185 188234

36 131494 PulIey, Idler, Fiat -- 130794

40 73900600 Nut Lock Hg. 3/8-16 uric

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H.

45 STD624003 Retainer

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 - - 186917

48 133944 Washer, Hardened

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 uunc

53 184907 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54 178515 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler

DESCRIPTION

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Nut

Mulcher Cover

Screw Pan HD Phillip 10-24 x 5/8

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

Bolt, Shoulder

Whee!, Gauge

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

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

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

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 uric x 1

Pin Head Rivet

Bracket Asm. WhL Ga. Rear LH

Bar Adjusting Gauge Wheel

Bracket Asm. WhL Ga. Rear RH

Bracket Asm. WhL Ga. Front RH

Bracket Asm. WhI. Ga. Front LH

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Fiat

Bolt Carriage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

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

Cable Clutch 42 In

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

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

VVasher 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga.

Head Asm. Cable Clutch

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Housing, Shaf and Shaft

Hardware Only-Pulley not

included)

Replacement Mower, Complete

(Std. Deck-Order separately

mulcher cover and guage wheel

components key nos. 101 - 106

and 5, 116- 119, 134, 136).

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE--MODELNUMBER206o545C

35A

8:3

6,0

t57

42A

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE==MODEL NUMBER 206=545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON

1 772147 Transaxle Cover 39 786026 Dowel Pin

2 780086A NeedIe Bearing 5/8" 40 792076A Flat Washer =312 ID x =059W

3 770128 Transaxle Case 41A 790079 Brake Lever

4 776395 Countershaft 42 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1 /4"

5 776409 Output Shaft 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 43 792075 Locknut 5 / 16 - 24

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 44 790025 Brake Pad Holder

7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 45 786066 Spacer =2625 x 1.0

8 792180 Shift Key 46 786086 Brake Lever Bracket

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 47 774690 Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)

9 784352 Shift Collar 48 774691 Axte (16 - 1 / 2" long)

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth)

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 50 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)

13 778368 BeveI Gear (13 teeth) 52 778352 Spur Gear (19 teeth)

(Include= 14) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth)

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

dnclude= 13) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth)

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

17 786188 Drive Pin 58 778353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)

18 786102 Spacer 1=130 X =695 59 778351 Spur Gear (21 teeth)

20 792077A Bali 5/16" dia 60 778349 Spur Gear (24 teeth)

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

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

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

25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 67 776396 Shifter & Brake Shaft

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 69 792170 Retaining Ring

27 792035 Retaining Ring 70 786187 Spacer =890

28 788040 Retaining Ring 71 788069 Square Cut Ring

29 780072 Thrust Washer =627 ID x =031W 71B 788092 "O" Ring

29A 780160 Thrust Washer =762 ID x =031W 76 780090 Flat Washer 1=128 ID x =058W

29B 780051 Thrust Washer =762 ID x .031W 77 788078A Inverted Retaining Ring

29C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer =632 79 792144 Spring =430OD x =5000 L

30 780108 Cup Washer 1=127 ID x =032W 82 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13

31 780001 Flat Washer =750 ID x =056W teeth)

(Use As Needed) 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

31A 780195 Fiat Washer =750 ID x =062W 85 792154 Oil Fill Plug

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 87 788089A Oil Seal 9 / 16"

34 780194 Bushing =563 150 788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone

35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID 157 788088A Oil SeaI 3/4"

35A 780197 Fianged Bushing =751 180 730229A Gear Oil 80W90

36 790075 Brake Disk 900 794712 Replacement MST

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate 206-545C Transaxle

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in

U=S=inches 1 inch = 25=4 mm

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KOHLER ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER SV600,TYPE NUMBER 0001

CYUNDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I

tt '

15 17

CRANKCASE I

24........ _ 25

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

KOHLER ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER SV600,TYPE NUMBER 0001

HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRmPTmON NO. NO. DESCRmPTmON

1 20 096 03-S Kit, vaive cover (inciudes 2) 1

2 20 041 04-S Gasket, vaHve cover

3 M-645020-S Screw, hex. fiange M6xl.0x20 2 25 139 57-S

(7) 3 20 032 01-S

4 20 326 01-S Hose, breather 4 20 194 02-S

5 20 599 01-S Kit, rocker arm pivot (2) (in o 5 20 067 04-S

dudes 6) 6 20 874 01-S

6 20 086 04-S Screw, set (2)

7 20 186 01-S Arm, rocker (2) 7 20 108 01-S

8 20 086 03-S Screw, set - rocker pivot (2) 8 20 018 04-S

9 20 146 03-S Piate, push rod guide (2) 9 20 755 04-S

10 20 062 01-S Kit, retainer (2) (inciudes 6)

11 20 173 01-S Cap, vaive spring (2) 10 20 086 16-S

12 20 089 03-S Spring, vaive (2) 11 20 423 02-S

13 2008602-S Screw, hex. fiange 12 12 154 05-S

MlOx1.5x37 (6) 13

14 12 468 05-S VVasher, fiat 1/2" 14 20 144 02-S

15 20 318 01-S Head, cylinder 15 20 393 01-S

16 20 016 01-S Vaive, exhaust

17 2001701-S Vaive, intake 16 20 112 02-S

18 20 041 03-S Kit, cylinder head gasket 17 20 086 13-S

repair 18 20 032 05-S

19 20 411 02-S Rod, push (2) 19 20 144 04-S

20 20 144 05-S

21 20 468 01-S

22 20 090 01-S

23 20 086 06-S

24 20 010 03-S

25 20 089 06-S

26 20 044 16-S

27 20 468 03-S

Crankcase (USE: Short Biock

20 522 01)

Piug, sq. hd. pipe 3/8"

Seai, oii

BaH, check vaive

Rod, connecting

Piston w/Ring Set (inciudes

7,8)

Ring Set (94 mm)

Retainer, piston pin (2)

Kit, balance weight (inciudes

10,11)

Kit, screw/guide pin

Shoe, guide

CHip, hitch pin

Washer, TBD

Shaft, governor cross

Pump assembiy, oi[ ([nciudes

16-19)

Spacer, oi[ pump screw (2)

Screw, oi[ pump (2)

Sea[, oi[ pump outiet

Shaft center, cam - intake

Shaft center, cam - Exhaust

([nciudes 21 )

Washer, thrust

Lever assembiy, cam (2)

([nciudes 23)

Screw, shouider

Gear assembiy, cam ([nciudes

25°27)

Spring, ACR

Weight, ACR

Washer, thrust ° ACR (2)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DEBCRmPTmON

1 20 162 02-S Screen, grass

2 12 086 14-S Screw, hex, fHange

MlOx1,5x46

3 12 468 03-S Washer, spring 3/16"

4 20 146 02-S PHate, fan mounting

5 20 157 01-S Fan

6 X°42 o15°S Key, woodruff

7 20 025 05-S FHywheeH

8 M-561025-S Screw, hex, flange M5xO,8x25

(2)

9 231285-S CHip,came (2)

10 M°548025°S Screw, hex, hd, M5xO,8x25 (2)

11 237878°S Kit, stator

12 236602°S Connector, body

13 M°545020°S Screw, hex, fHange M5xO,8x20

(2)

14 41 403 09°S Rectifier°reguHator

15 12 132 02°S PHug, spark

16 20 584 0 I°S ModuHe, ignition

NOT ILLUSTRATED

.... 20 176 01°S Harness, wiring

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

20 027 02°S Housing, Mower

20 086 06°S Screw, shouHder M5xO,8x36

(4)

X°25°28°S Washer, pHain

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

20 096 05°S Cover, air cHeaner

25 341 03°S Knob, cover (2)

20 083 02°S EHement, air cHeaner

20 094 01°S Kit, air cHeaner base (Includes

12 041 02°S Gasket, air cleaner base

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273850

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STARTmNG SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRmPTmON

20 098 01°S Starter assembHy, inertia drive

25 100 31°S Nut, hex. serrated fHange (2)

OIL PAN/LU BRICATION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

20 040 02-S

20 153 01-S

20 009 03-S

Kit, dipstick assembHy(Hno

dudes 2)

O-Ring, dipstick (2)

Plate assembly, closure

4 25 139 60-S PHug, pipe (2)

5 52 050 02-S FHter, oH

6 20 041 01-S Gasket, cHosure pilate

7 20 096 02-S Kit, oH passage cover (Hno

dudes 8)

8 20 041 02-S Gasket, oil passage

9 20 144 03-S Shaft, governor gear

10 20 310 03°S Kit, gear and weight assembly

(Includes 11)

11 12 380 01°S Pin, governor reguHating

12 M°545013°S Screw, hex. fHange M5xO.8x13

13 M°851030°S Screw, hex. fHange

M8x1.25x30 (14)

14 2003201°S SeaH, Dill

15 25 155 02°S Connector, 90 °

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

20 536 03°S

12 237 01°S

24 086 43°S

M°664020°S

20 079 02°S

12 089 11-S

20 086 10°S

20 090 02°S

52 211 04°S

X°22° 11 °S

12 1O0 07°S

20 089 07°S

25 158 11°S

20 079 01°S

25 158 08°S

Control assembHy, speed

Clamp, cabHe

Screw, torx hd. ctsk.

M5xO.8x16

Screw, lobed sckt. M6xl .Ox20

(2)

Linkage, choke - singHe wire

Spring, speed control (2)

Screw, thread forming

M4xO.7x25 (2)

Lever, governor

BoHt, round head 1/4°20xl"

Washer, Hock 1/4"

Nut, hex. fHange 1/4°20"

Spring, governor

Bushing, throttHe Hinkage

Linkage, throttHe

Bushing, Hinkage retaining

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRmPTmON

1 20 014 14°S Crankshaft (inciudes 2)

2 X°42° 15°S Key 3/16"

3 20 043 12°S Gear, crankshaft

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

25 072 04-S

20 041 12°S

Stud, exhaust (2)

Gasket, exhaust

20 522 01 Short Block

20 755 05°S Gasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

20 041 07°S

20 265 01°S

M°651020°S

20 853 01°S

12 041 01°S

12 041 02°S

20 072 03°S

M°641060°S

20 086 11 °S

20 126 02°S

Gasket, heat deflector

Deflector, heat

Screw, hex. fiange

M6x1.0x20

Carburetor w/gaskets

(Includes 5,6)

Gasket, carburetor

Gasket, air cleaner

Stud, carburetor

Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0

Screw, carb

S60x 1.42x85

Bracket, fuel pump

11 24 393 16-S

12 M°545010°S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8xl0 (2)

13 25 237 14°S Clamp, hose (6)

14 25 050 08°S FHter, fuei

15 41 353 15°S Line, fuel 2" (pump to

fiiter)

16 24 353 12°S Line, fuei 11"(puise to

pump)

17 20 353 01 °S Line, fuel 15°3/4" (pump

to carb)

NOTILLUSTRATED

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X°22°11°S Washer, Hock 1/4"

(ground)

66 431 04°S Sieeve, insulating (for

11" fuei Hne)

12 757 02°S Kit, fioat

12 757 03°S Kit, carburetor repair

12 757 33°S Kit, solenoid repair

12 757 37°S Kit, bowi repiacement

w/gaskets

12 454 03°S Tie, wire

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

15 DEGREES MAX.

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow

slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent

tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

1. Fo_d this page atong dotted Nine indicated above.

2. HoNd page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

3o Sight across the fold in the direction of hiIN sJope you want to measure.

4, Compare the angle of the fo_d with the s_ope of the hilL

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