Craftsman 917251481 Lawn Tractor User Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

OWNER'S MANUAL

= Assembly

, Operation

° Customer Responsibilities

° Service and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1_800-659-5917

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTAN'r': THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH_

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructionsin 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 isclear ofother people before mowing_ Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.,

• Do notmow in reverse unless absolutelynecessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

° Be aware of the mower discharge directionand do not point

it at anyone. Do not operate the mower withouteither the

entire grass catcher or the guard in place,

o Slow down before turning.

. Never leave a runningmachine unattended_ Always turn off

blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys

before dismounting

. Turn off blades when not mowing.

, Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover

accidents, which can result insevere injury or death All slopes

require extra caution If youcannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it

DO:

= Mow up and down slopes, not across

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc,

° Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles

° Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that youwil! not have

to stop or shift while on the slope

° Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights 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 slowand gradual Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction

° Avoid starting or stopping on a slope tf tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT.'

• Donot turnon slopes unless necessary, and then,turnslowly

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 tryto stabilize the machine byputting yourfoot on the

ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

Ul. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children_Children are often attracted to the machine

and the mowing activity. Neverassume that children will remain

where you last saw them.

Keep chitdrenout of the mowing area and underthe watchful

care of another responsible adulto

• Be alert and tum machine off if children enter the area

• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children

• Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation

• Never allow children to operate the machine

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision°

IV. SERVICE

, Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are

flammable and vapors are explosive

Use only an approved container

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not

smoke

Never refuel the machine indoors

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater

* Never run a machine inside a closed area

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts tight

and keep equipment in good condition

, Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper

operation regularly

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up

Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before

storing

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object

Repair, if necessary, before restarting

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine iunning

• Grasscatchercomponents aresubjecttowear 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 nec-

essary

. Mower blades are sharp and can cut.. Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required.

Look for this symbol to point out Important

safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONI[t BECOME ALERTIII YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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CAUTION; Always disconnect spark plug

wire and place wire where it cannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs.

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A WARNING A

The engine exhaust from this product con-

tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor° It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance,.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Departmento We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual The instructionswill

enabre you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"°

MODEL

NUMBER 917.251481

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE°

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avaitable on this prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe th e safety nJles.

• Follow a regularschedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your tractor_

. Follow the instructions under"Customer Responsibili-

ties" 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

unimproved foresFcovered, brush-covered or grass-cov-

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 18_5

GASOLINE CAPACITY 3,5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (APt-SF!SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: Wl FILTER: 40 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.,5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RV17YC

(GAP: _025")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .003" - °006"

EXHAUST: 013" - o016"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): Forward LO HI

1st 0_7 1.7

2nd 1.4 3,.3

3rd 2°3 5.4

Reverse 0.9 2_1

TRANSAXLE OIL' 4 QUARTS

CAPACITY AND TYPE: SAE 30 API-SF/SG

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: i4 PSi

REAR: 10 PSi

CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS.

with a spark arrester meeting applicable Iocal or state laws

(if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.,

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code),.

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on

federal lands° A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if thisCraftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according

to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears wilt repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material

or workmanship.

This Warrant,./does not cover;

° Expendable items which become wom during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, beJts, etc.

° Tire replacement or repair caused by puncturesfrom outsideobjects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructionscontained inthe owner's manual.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY W'ARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in matedal or

workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge_

IN*HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30

DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE° PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER,. AFTER 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIP-

MENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER, (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL S_ILL BE AVAILABLE

AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TR1P CHARGE WtLL APPLY.) THIS WARRANTY

APPUES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rightswhich may vary from state to state,

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. 1:)/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

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SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, t6-19

WARRANTY ..................................................................3

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..........................................5

ASSEMBLY .......................................................... :,. 7-10

OPERATION .......................................................... 11-15

CONTENTS

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 16

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-26

STORAGE ................................................................... 27

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 28-29

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................ 32-49

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 50-59

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ............... BACK COVER

iNDEX

Accessories......................................................5

Adjustments:

Brake ....................................................22

Carburetor ............................................26

Clutch Pulley ...........................................22

Gauge Wheels .......................................14

Mower

Front-To-Back ...............................21

Side-TooSide ................................20

Throttle Control Cable .................. 26

Air Filter, Engine ..................................... 19

Air Screen, Engine .....................................19

Assembly .............................................................7-10

Battery:

Charging .......................... _ ...................8

Cteaning ..............................................18

Starting with Weak Battery ................24

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

Terminals .................................................18

Belt:

Motion Drive

RemovaitReplacement ...................23

Mower Drive

Removal/Replacement .................21

Mower Blade Drive

RemovallReplacement ................22

Blade:

Sharpening .................................................17

Replacement .......................................17

Brake Adjustment .......................................22

Carburetor Adjustment ...............................26

Clutch Pulley ......................................................22

Controls, Tractor ........................................12

Customer Responsibilities ..................16-19

Engine:

Air Filter.............................................i9

Air Screen ............................................19

Cooling Fins ...................................19

Engine Oil ..........................................14,18

Fuel Filter .................................... 19

Spark Plug(s) .......................................19

Tractor:

Battery ...................................................18

Blade .............................................17

Lubrication Chart ....................... 16

Maintenance Schedule ............ 16

Tire Care ..............................10,17,24

Transaxle .............................................17

Cutting Height, Mower ................................13

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays .......................24

Schematic ..............................................31

Wiring Diagram .................................32

Engine:

Air Filter.....................................................t9

AirScreen .....................................................19

Cooling Fins ...........................................19

Oil Change .......................................18

Oil Level ..............................................18

Oil Type ..........................................14,18

Preparation ..........................................14

Repair Pads ..........:........................50-59

Starling .............................................14,15

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

Filter:

Air Filter........................................................19

Fuel .........................._.............................19

Oil ..............................................................19

Fuel:

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

Type ....................................................t5

Fuse

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Headlights .................................................................24

Hood Removal/Installation .......................25

Leveling Mower Deck ...............................20

Lubrication:

Chad .....................................................16

Engine .............................................._............t8

Maintenance Schedule ................................16

Mower:.

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ............ 2t

Adjustment, Side-to.Side ...............20

Blade Replacement .........................17

Blade Sharpening .............................t7

Cutting Height ..................................13

installation ......................................................20

Operation ........................................ 14

Removal ....................................................20

Mowing Tips ..................................................15

Muffler .........................................................t9

Spark Attester .................................3,40

Oil: '

Cold Weather Conditions ......... 15,18

Engine .......................................................t8

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

Operation ...............................................11-15

Operating Mower ..............................................14

Options:

Accessories ..................................................5

Spark Arrester ................................3,40

Parking Blake .......................................12-13

Parts Bag ........................................................6

Parts, Replacemen'dRepair ..................32-49

Product Specifications ........................................3

Repair Pads ........................................31-47

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

Seat ......................................................................................8

Service and Adjustments ................ 20-26

Carburetor .......................................................26

Clutch Pulley .........:......................... 22

Fuse ................L..........................................24

Hood Removal/Installation ............ 25

Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ...............23

Mower Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ............. 21

Mower Blade Drive Belt

RemovalfReplacement ............ 22

Mower Adjustment

Front-to-Back .................................21

Side-to-Side ..................................20

Mower Removal/Installation ..........20

Tire Care ..................................10,17,24

Slope Guide Sheet ...................................63

Spark Plug(s) ..............................................................t9

Specifications ......................................................3

Starling the Engine ............................14-15

Steering Wheel .......................................7,23

Stopping the Tractor ........................................13

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

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ....... 26

Tires ...............................................................10,17,24

Troubleshooting Chart ...........................28-29

Transaxle ..........................................t7,48-49

Warranty ..........................................................3

Wiring Diagram ..................................................32

Wiring Schematic ................................. 31

AND ATTACHMENTS

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These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased,.

Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor,

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

SPARK PLUG I BLADES BELTS

GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABlUZER AIR FILTER

PERFORMANCE

Sears offersa wide variety of attachments that fityour tractor° Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help

your This list was current at the time of publication;however, it may change infuture years - more attachments may be added, changes

may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model, Contact your nearest Seers store for the

accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching,

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Tapered

2.54nch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs puncture

holes in soil at cTose intervals to tet moisture soak in Steelweight tray

for increased penetration

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available, plus accesso-

ries such as slde panet kits, tool caddy, cart cover, protective mat and

dolly,

GORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow moisture

and nutrients to reach grass roots, 36-1nch swath+ 24 hardened steel

coring tips. 150 lb,. capacity weight troy.

DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel blades that angle from i0 to

20 degrees, 40 inches wide. Can hook 2 units in tandem. (Requires

sleeve hitch.)

DOZER BLADE removes snow; grades dirt, sand and gravel, 48

inches wide, 17 inches high, clears 44+inch path when ang{ed, Master

lift control lever for operator ease. Spring trip for snow removal on

uneven pavement; built-in float for blade to follow ground contour.

Reversible, replaceable scraper bar+ (Use with tire chafns and wheel

weights and/or rear drawbar weight.)

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pulFbeh{nd attachments at

once, such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with

rollers, carts or other heavy attachments).

MULCH RAKE!DE'THATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring tine

teeth. Useful to prepare bare areas for seeding, Available for front or

rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING

TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and tosses thatch into

large hopper. Mounts behind tractor.

PLOW turns soil 6 inches deep, cuts 10+inch furrow. Crank adjust-

ment controls depth, 3-position yoke sets width. Heavy steel lands{de

for straight furrowing.. (Requires sleeve hitch.)

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a

pickup truck. Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber

REAR GRADER BLADE is 42 inches wide and operated from driver's

seat.. Reversible steel blade can be angled at 30 degrees for grading

Reverses for pushing snow backwards. (Requires sleeve hitch+)

ROLLER forsmoother lawn surface, 36-inch wide, 18-inch diameter

water-tight drum holds up to 390.lbs+ of weight, Roudded edges

prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum,

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR is 43 inches wide, Prepares ground for

seed{ng, helps weed control Steel frame holds 5 adjustable sweeps.

Adjusts vertically, horizontally (Requires sleeve hitch.) Optional

accessory: steel furrow opener for wider openings for potatoes,

corn, and other deep-seeded crops

SLEEVE HITCH for use with master lift system. Single pin couples/

uncouples

SNOWTHROWER has 42-inch swath. Dram-type auge_ IlanLfles

powdery and wet/heavy snow. Mounts easily with simple pin arrange-

ment. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat. 6-inch diameter

spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet. Lift controlled at tractor seat.

(Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight )

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the tractor

battery or other 12welt source., includes booms for automatic

spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying.. Wand has adjustable

spray pattern. For applying herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and

liquid fertilizers.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed killing

easy Broadcast spreaders are also usefut for granular de-icers and

sand,

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.

TILLER has 8 hp engine to prepare seed beds, cultivate, and compost

garden residue, Chain.drive transmission. Six t 1-inch diameter one

piece heat-treated steer tines. Tills 30-inch path. (Requires s{eeva

hitch.) Or use 5 hp tow-behtndTiLLER with 36-inch swath to prepare

seed beds, cultivate and compost garden residue, Tiller has its own

built-in lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve

hitch° Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the

tractor drawbar and got Optional accessories for 5 hp tiller convert

unit for dethatchlng, aerating, hilling., without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra4arge cross links

give smooth ride, outstanding traction,

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty Vinyl fabric over tubular steef frame,

ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 de3ree visibility.

Hinged metal doors with catch, Keeps operator warm and dry.

Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun protector in

summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/tempered solid

safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;, 12-vort amber

caution light for mounting on cab top

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves

Optlonat wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to+reach places.

VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications, Can

be mounted on front of tractor for plowing applications. Uses (1) 55

lb. weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow

removal or dozlng heavy materials.

Parts Bag contents shown full size

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

(1) Knob

(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/164 8

(2) Screws #!0 x 5/8

(2) Lock Washers #t0

(2) Weld Nuts #10 _ l

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(2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

(4) Retainer Springs _f//'__\ .

(single loop)

__ (3) Retainer Springs

= (double loop)

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

12)Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

.....................' (2) Lo,ckWashers 1/4

Video

Cassette

Steering

Wheel

Manual

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Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

_ _ (2)Washers 3/8

(2) Shou,der (/_) ___...// x 7i8x14Gauge

Bolts \ _///(2) Gauge _ (2) Center-

Wheels _ lock Nuts

_=="(2) Front Link Assemblies

(2) Latch Hook

Assemblys (2) Keys

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Slope Sheet

Steering

Sleeve

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factor/with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.,

To ensu re 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.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set wil! make assemblyeasier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed,

(2) 7/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge

(1) 1/2" wrench Utility knife

(1) 9/16" wrench

(1) 3/4" socket with drive ratchet

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

- Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6)°

. Cut, from top to bottom, along 1ineson all four corners

of carton, and lay panels flat,,

• Remove mower and packing materials.

° Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove,

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

° Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer

from steering shaft°

° Positionfront wheels of the tractorsothey are pointing

straight forward°

• Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft°

. Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto steeringwheel adapter.

• Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt,

lock washer and large flat washer previously removed,,

Tighten securely.

- Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel.

. Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

tN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

_ STEERING WHEEL

INSERT

HEX BOLT

Lock

. -.- WASHER

_I_,_ LARGE FLAT

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FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-

tion section for location and function of con-

trols)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment liftleverto

its highest position,,

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal

• Place gearshift lever in neutrat (N) position.

° Roll tractor backwards off skid

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

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CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

_ rials. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding,

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= Lifthood to raised position.

• Open terminal access doors, remove termina! protec-

tive caps and discard.

o If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps,

, First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

terminal with hex bo t, flatwasher, lock washer and hex

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

° Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-)battery

terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nut. Tighten securely..

o Close terminal access doors.

Use terminal access doors for:

o Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware)..

° Inspection for corrosion_

• Testing battery.

° Jumping (if required)_

° Periodic charging.

HEX NUT

DISCARD TERMINAL

:_ROTECTIVE CAPS

LOCK FLAT

WASHER WASHER

• . / HEX

BOLT

ro.sjTIvE

(RED)

CABLE

NEGA71VE

(BLACK)

CABLE

INSTALL SEAT (.See Fig. 3)

Adjustseat before tightening adjustment knob.

° Remove cardboard packing on seat pan,

o Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt,

° Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely

Do not tighten.

• Tighten shoulderbolt securely.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat

• Slideseat untila comfortable positionisreached which

aUows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the wa_

down°

° Get off seat withoutmoving its adjusted position.

° Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

SEAT

FLAT WASHER

FIG. 3

FIGo2

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 4 and 6)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension

arms are raised with attachment lift control,,Engage park-

ing brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-swaybar and belts.

Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

o Slide mower under tractorwith dischargeguardto right

side of tractor_

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN

ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO

ELECTRZC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE.,

= Install one front link in top hole of the R,H. front mower

bracket and R.H front suspension bracket° Retain with

two single loop retainer springs as shown.

° Install second front link in LH, front suspension bracket

only and retain with single loop retainer spring as

shown.

= Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it

stops.

° Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control

• Place the Loll, suspension arm on inward pointing deck

dPin_If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align

eck pin with the hole in suspension arm,

° Slide left side of mower back and install the unattached

front link in top hole of the LoHofront mower bracket,

Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown,

• Place the R°Ho suspension arm on inward pointing

deck pin, If necessary, rock and raise front of mower

to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm,

° Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

° Retain both suspension arms to deck pins with double

loop retainer springs,

• Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove

slack from mower suspension_

o Raise mower to highest position,,

° Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO ADJUST GAUGE

WHEELS in the Operation section of this manual),

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower shouldbe propedy leveled.

See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower

drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts

are routed correctly,

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY,

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKETS

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS (Inward pointing

BRACKET deck pins)

SUSPENSION

ARMS

FRONT

MOWER

BRACKET

FRONT

LINK

SHOULDER

BOLT

GAUGE

WHEEL

3_ WASHER

3/8-16

CENTER

LOCKNUT

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

IDLER

PULLEY

FIG. 4

SINGLE

LOOP

RETAINER

SPRINGS

DISCHARGE GUARD

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BLY

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual°

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see

that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5A and

5B)

• Installtwo latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,

washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown°

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting

weld nut from the top with hook pointingdown°

Tighten hardware securely.

Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position_

Place front of rnu[cher plate over front of mower deck

opening and slide into place, as shown,

Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

Hook rear' latch into hole on back of mower deck.

CAUTION; Do not remove discharge I

guard from mower. Raise and hold I

guard when attaching mulcher plate J

and allow it to rest on plate while in |

°perati°n_ ............. I

WELD NUT HOOK POINTS

FROM THE TOP,

LOCK

WASHER

WELD. SCREW

NUT \-.._

HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK

WASHER

'_-'SCREW

FIG, 5A

WELD

NUT

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

HOOKS

FIG. 5B

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mower is now ready for d_scharging or installation of

optional grass catcher •accessory,

NOTE: It is not necessaryto change blades. The mulcher

blades are designed for' discharging and bagging also.

J CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THEBESTPERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

/ Alt assembly instructionshave been completed.

#" No remaining loose parts in carton.

v" Battery is properly prepared and charged, (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps)_

/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely_

,/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overmflated at the factory).

v' Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for' best cutting results. (Tires must be

propedy inflated for leveling).

v' Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properlyaround pulleys and inside all belt keepers°

J" Check widng. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR,

PA Y EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPOR-

TANT ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

#" Become familiar with all controls - their iocation and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

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OPERATION

These symbob may appear on your product or in literature supplied with the product° Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT

DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

REVERSE NEUTRAL.

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

HIGH

LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrationswith yourtractor to familiarize yourselfwiththelocations of variouscontrols and adjustments,. Save

this manual for future reference.

AMMETER

CHOKECONTROL

LIGHT SWITCH

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH

LIFT LEVER

IGNITION SWITCH PLUNGER

• /

LIFT LEVER

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

THROTTLE

CONTROL

PARKING BRAKE

LEVER

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

GEARSHIFT LEVER

FIG. 6

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute°

RANGE SHIFT

LEVER

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage mower

blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor,

LIFT LEVER- Used to raise and lower mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachement lift

lever when changing its position,

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and

braking the tractor and starting the engine,

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of

tractor,

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed,

RANGE SHIFT LEVER - Allows high (H) or low (L) speed

for all forward and reverse gears,

IGNITION SWITCH - Used to start and stop the engine,

AMMETER oIndicates battery charging (+) or discharging

(-).

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER _Locks clutch/brake pedal into

the brake position,

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when startinga cold engine,

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB- Usedto adjust the mower

height.

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OPERATION

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 the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 7)

Your tractoris 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.

o Depress clutch!brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and holdo

• Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure fromclutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH SWITCH

KEY \ ........ PULL OUT TO

-,_ P'U_II1 tN/U "I=MP.&P.I="

x, "DISENGAGE ......... ,

CHOKE "\ f.----_ \ |

CONTROL ,K_---=_ _.._---_ \ _..1,

CONTROL _. ___\ _ I

"BRAKE" "- L_ _ .........

POS, ,o. ' "' ENGAGED"

_. [ _ _(_)_,._ POSITION

;i RANGE

_'%. -'_ .... ( ....... \\ LEVER

/ .... "DISENGAGED" \

CLUTCH/ / POSITION GEARSHIFT

BRAKE HEIGHT LEVER

PEDAL ADJUSTMENT

"DRIVE"KNOB

POSITION

FIG. 7

STOPPING (See Fig. 7)

MOWER BLADES -

• Move attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position°

GROUND DRIVE -

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position°

ENGINE -

° Move throttlecontrol to slow (,a_) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle contm! to slow (,,_)

positionand allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use°

• Never use choke to stop engine.

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 leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 7)

Always operate engine at full throttle..

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate°

• Fullthrottleoffersthe best bagging and mower perfor-

mance_

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 7)

Use choke controlwhenever youare starting a coldengine.

Do not use to start a warm engine°

= To engage choke control, pull knob ouL Slowly push

knob in to disengage,

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 7)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever°

° Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral (N) position_

- Move gearshift and range shift levers to desired posi-

tion..

° Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movemenL

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE_

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 7)

The cuttingheightis controlledby turningthe height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction°

° Turn knob clockwise ((_) to raise cutting height..

- Turn knob counterclockwise (F"_)to lower cutting

heighL

The cutting height range is approximately t-1/4" to 4-1/4".

The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These heights are approx{-

mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

° For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired heighL

'13

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS(See Fig. 8)

Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface°

o Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See 'q'O AD_

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT' in the Operation

section of this manual)_

. With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with

shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 locknut and

tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

GUAGE

WHEEL

MOUNTING

LOCKNUT

3_ WASHER

SHOULDER BOLT

GAUGE WHEEL

FIG. 8

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 6 and 7)

Your tractor isequipped with anoperator 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.

o Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attacIlment lift control

° Start mower blades by engaging attachment 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 dis-

charge guard in place.

......................... i Hi,lllllll i L L =l =l i=l=l=l=l=

DISCHARGE

GUARD

FIG. 9

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

............... E

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

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Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

Avoid stopping or changingspeed on hills.

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o if slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position°

° If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake_

° Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and range shift lever to

low (L) position. Be sure you have allowed room for

tractor to roll slightly as you restart movemenL

= To restart movement, slowly release parkingbrake and

clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control

° When pushingortowing yourtractor, 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 atrailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured totractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 10)

- The engine inyour'tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil..

, Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

° Remove oil filecap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the

dipstick and push it alt the way down intothe tube, wait

for a few seconds, remove and read oil level° If

necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual.

OIL FILL CAP/DIPSTICK

FIG. 10

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasolinewith a minimum of 87 octane, (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline,

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, (_LEANWINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

OPERATION

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'system of an engine while in storage° To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel tines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur°

CAUI"ION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any !

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

use. gasoline,,,n,ea,ran open flame. ................!

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run

outof fuel, itwill take extra crankingtime to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake°

° Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position°

, Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position_

° Pull choke control out to choke (N) position for cold

engine start. For warm engine start do not use choke

control

• Move throttle control to midway between fast (,_) and

slow (,41) positions.

° Insert key into ignition and turn keyclockwise to"START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts, Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen

seconds per minute_ if engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,t_)

position, wait a few minutes and try again.

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in.

• Move throttle control to fast (_) position.

° Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before

engaging drive or attachments.

NOTE: If at a high attitude (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 Adjust-

ments section of this manual

MOWING TIPS

° Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

is attached to tractor.

° Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance, See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual°

o The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

° Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut, Have the cut area to the right of the

machine This will result in a more even 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(See Fig. 10).

° If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings° Make first cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

° Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to

assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of matedalo Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting

performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

FIG. 11

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE

• The special mulching blade witf recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recutting action of the

blades_

° Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends

to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action

The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon.

At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area

will not be exposed to the direct sun

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that

the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass

blades (See Fig. 12). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly.

° Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire that an area be mulched a second time to

completely hide the clippings_ When doing a second

cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

north to south one weekthen change to east to west the

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

MAX 1/3

FIG. 12

MAINTEN'ANCE SCHEDULE /__/_o_i_f '_ .......

AsYouCOMPLETE /__.7_,_ _.._.O_.>,"_

REGU_R SERVIC E ./'__,/'a_SERVICE DATES

Check Brake Operation

,,€,heokT_ePreesure ........ V" ..... _ ........... ..... ,

T CheckforLooseFasteners tf _:,

a Sharpen!ReplaceMowerBlades _#',

..............i ..................l.......v' ......' '

C ?.......................... ., I ...................... ...... ..........

ii Check .......Battery Level/Recharge .I , I._ _ ........

0 CleanBatteryandTerminals Q##

R 'C'heckT;ansaxlecOoling .............. _#'......

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Ddve Belt(s) Tension

CheckEngineOil Level I_/

Change Engine Oil

CleanAir Filter I

NE Ciean Ai;

Screen

G InspectMuffledSparkArrester

....... =

| ReplaceOilFilter(Ifequipped) $1_1.2

E" : ,i,,,i ............v'2 .

ReplaceSparkPlug _

ReplaceAir Filter PaperCartridge _#P2

Replace Fuel Filter

I - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or In high ambient temperatures,

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions

3 - If equipped with oil filler, change oil every 50 hours,

4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil,

5 - If equipped wtlh adjustable system,

6 - Not required If equipped with maintenance-free battery

7 _Tighten front axle plvot bolt to 35 fl,-lbs_ maximum,

Do not overtlghtan

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty or] thistractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season_

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear. A new spark plug and clean air' filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

and last longer..

LUBRICATION CHART

(_)TIE ROD BALL JOINTS

(_ SPINDLE ZERK __ _-_ SPINDLE ZERK (_

(_) FRONT WHEEL-"__...:. :._.:_,4._ FRONT WHEEL (_)

SECTOR GEAR "ENGINE (_)

TEETH

BEFORE EACH USE

- Check engine oil level

• Check brake operation..

• Checktire pressure.

° Check for loose fasteners.

IMPORTANT; DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT

POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS.

VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WlLLATTRACT DUSTAND DIRT

THAT W_LL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-

LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST

BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED

GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY..

TRANSAXLE

FLUID

(_SAE 30 MOTOR OIL API - SF/SG

® GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_)REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

(_)SPRAY SILICONE LUBRICANT (MOVE BOOTS TO LUBRICATE)

CUSTOM

RESPONSIBILiTI

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nanceo

BRAKE OPERATION

If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at

high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

(See 'TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual)_

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD_

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual)_

° Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm n_bbero

. Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp° Re-

place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

• Remove hex bolt, Iockwasher and flat washersecuring

blade.

° install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown_

° Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown,.

° Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Fto Lbsotorque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but if you

do, be sure the blade is balanced°

MANDREL

B LA._\_. _ ASSEMBLY

HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*-,_,,_ "_

"A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

' IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD,

FIG. 13

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and evem

tual damage to mower and engine°

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel° Do not attempt to sharpen white on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, era cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

tf 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.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

CENTER HOLE /

_ ,(/ //

518"BOLT BLADE

FIGo 14

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours

and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable_

Replace beffs if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which

can restrict cooling.

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

(See Fig. 15)

° Block up rear axle securely.

o Remove left rear wheel by removing hub bolts,.

° Remove filler plug from transaxleo Oil level must be

even with plug threads. If necessary, fill with SAE 30

motor oil, API-SF or SG. Replace filler plug.

= Reassemble wheel to hub,.

° For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFI-

CATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

TRANSAXLE

FIG. 15

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BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals cleano

• Keep battery bolts tight.

o Keep small vent holes open.

= Recharge at 6-10amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power_

° Remove terminal guard

° Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

,, Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

= Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright,

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

. Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

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Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every' 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

'_F -20 _ 0 _ 30 = 32" 40" 60" 80 = t_'*

_C -30" -20= -10° O" 10" 20" 30° 40*

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT O{L CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etco)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of operation, Tighten oil fill

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig_ 16)

Determine temperature range expected before oit change.

At1oil must meet AP1service classification SF or SG_

° Be sure tractor is on level surface.

o Oil will drain more freely when warm.

° Catch oil ina suitable container.

o Remove oil fill cap/dipstick, Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil,

• Remove drain plug

• After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten secure[yo

° Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual.

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be

sure dipstick is in all the way for accurate reading°

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

OIL DRAIN PLUG

OIL FILL

CAP/DIPSTICK

FIG. 16

C R

SIBILITIES

FIG. 18

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 17)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent

engine damage from overheating. Clean with awire brush

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dded gum

fibers_

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 17)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to

prevent engine damage f[om overheating° Engine blower

housingmust be removed. Remove side panels and hood

(See"TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILLASSEMBLY inthe

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

_""'_'"-_WING NUT

SEAL

CARTRIDGE

COOLING FINS

(BOTH SIDES)

AIR SCREEN

FIG. 17

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 18)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.

Clean the foam pre-cleaner element after every 25 hours of

operation or every season Service paper cartridge every

100 hours or every season, whichever occurs first°

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

. Remove wing nut and cover.

• Remove seal and cartridge plate.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquiddetergent and water,

• Squeeze it dry in a clean c!oth_

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove exoess oil,

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Gently tap the flat side of the paper cartridge to dis-

lodge dirt., Do not wash the paper cartridge or use

pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge.

Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the

paper cartridge.

• Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and seal.

- Install the aircleaner cover and wing nut. Tighten wing

nut 1/2 turn to 1 full turn after nut contacts cover. Do not

overtighten.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage°

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil

change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one

year.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season_ if fuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

° Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow

pointing towards carburetor°

° Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properlypositioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP _ 1----_

FUEL FILTER""

FIG. 19

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc_ of all foreign

matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

° Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

A ADJUSTMENTS

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CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

• Depress clutcF_t:mrakepedal fully and set parking brake,

° Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position,

° Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position,

° Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key,

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

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact

with plug,

TO REMoVE'MOWER (See Fig. 20) ....

o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position,,

. Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.

° Lower' mower to its lowest position°

• Remove retainer spiing holding anti-swaybar to chas-

sis bracket and disengag e anti-swaybar from brackeL

o Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at

deck and disengage arms from deck°

- Raise attachment lift to its highest position,

o Remove two retainer springs from each front link and

remove links..

° Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric

clutch pulley.

° Slide mower out from under right side of tractor,

IMPORTANT; IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECK 1STO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO INSTALL MOWER

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor isparked on level ground or

driveway, Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" onpage 3 ofthis manual).

if tires are overor'underinflated,you will notproperlyadjust

your mower_

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs..20 and 21)

o Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom of deck curl to ground

level at front corners of mower° Distance "A"on both

sides of mower should be the same,

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only,

° To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment

nut on that side,,

o 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 3/16",

° Recheck measurements after adjusting°

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND

DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual°

ADJUSTMENT

SUSPENSION

ARMS

CHASSIS

BRACKET%

UFT

LINKS

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

FIG. 21

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

BAR RETAINER

SPRINGS

LINKS

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

RETAINER

FRONT MOWER

BRACKET

FIG, 20

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 22 and 23) -

IMPORTANT-" DECK MUST BELEVEL SlDE-TO-S_DE_ IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SURETO 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 the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest

position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

tance "F" directly in front of and behind the mandrel at

bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

Before making any necessary adjustments, 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 Iowerfront of mower housing, loosen nut"G" on both

front links an eq,ua! number of turns.

• When distance F is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut "H" against trunnion on both fr,on!tinkso

° To raise front of mower housing, loosen nut H from

trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "G" on both

front links an equal number of tumso

o When distance "F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut "H" against trunnion on both front

links.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will change dim, "F" by

approximately 3/8".

° Recheck side-to-side adjustment,.

_'\\\. ! oo/ j MANDREL

FIG. 22

BOTH FRONT LINKS SHOULD BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

FRONT LINKS

NUT "G"

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig° 24) -

• Park tractor on a level surface° Engage parking brake.

• Remove four screws from LH. mandrel cover and

remove cover°

° Rol! belt over the top of L.H. mandrel pulley°

- Remove belt from electric clutch pulley,,

° Remove belt from idler pulteys_

° Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

° Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they

rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm

and bolt in mower housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 24) -

° Install belt in both idlers,, Make sure belt is in both be_t

keepers at the idlers as shown,

° install new belt onto electdc clutch pulley.,

° Roll belt into upper groove of L,,H,,mandrel pulley.

° Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the

grooves correctly and inside belt keepers,

• Reassemble L.H. mandrel cover_

TRUNNION

FIG, 23

L.H, SCREWS

MANDREL

IDLER

PULLEYS

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

MOWER

DRIVE

BELT

IDLER ARM

BELT

KEEPERS

FIG. 24

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 25)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake°

° Remove mowerdrive belt (See'`TO REPLACE MOWER

DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

• Remove mower (See '`TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual).

- Remove four' screws from R.H,, mandrel cover and

remove cover. Unhook spring from bolt on mower

housing,,

- Carefully roll belt off RHo mandrel pulley.

° Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pu_ey,

and LH. mandrel pulley,

• Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu-

lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

° Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they

rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and

sway-bar bracket.

• install new belt in lower groove of L,,H, mandrel pulley,

idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.

• Roll belt over RHo mandrel pulley. Make sure be{t is in

air grooves properly,

• Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing _.nd rein-

stall Roll,, mandrel cover,.

• Reinstall mower to tractor (See'q'O INSTALL MOWER"

in the Assembly section of this manual)°

. Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

L.H, MOWER CENTER

MANDREL BLADE

DRWE BELT MANDREL

IDLER

PULLEY

ADJUSTMENTS

NOTE: After installinga new electric ctutch, run tractor at

full throttleand engage and disengage electric clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate_

NYLON LOCKNUT (3)

FIG. 26

BRAKE PLATE

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27)

Your tractor is equipped withan adjustabte brake system

which is mounted onthe left side of the transaxte.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

R_H.

MANDREL

COVER

IDLER ARM

SPRING SWAY-BAR \

BRACKET SCREW

FIG. 25

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

(See Fig. 26)

The electric clutch should provide years of service° The

clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5

seconds. Eventually, the internal brake witl wear which

may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop

as required. Adjustments should be made by your nearest

authorized service centeridepartmento

° Make sure attachment clutchand ignitionswitchesare

in "OFF" position.

° Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between

clutch plate and rotor measures _012"at all three slot

locations cut inside of brake plate,,

° Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod.

if distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen jam nut and turn

nut "A until distance becomes 1-3/4"o Retighten jam

nut against nut "A".

Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary, If stopping distance is

still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further

mainter_ance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center/department.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGE"

OPERATING

ARM

FIG. 27

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ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 28)

Park the tractor on level sufface_ Engage parking brake.

Forease ofservice there isa beltinstallationguidedecal on

bottomof leftfootrest. Itis not necessary to remove mower°

BELT REMOVAL -

- Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt)_

o Remove mower drive belt from electric clutch pulJey

only (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

° Roll motion drive belt off transaxle pulley.

° Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys, then off engine

pulley and front V-idler pulley.

° Pull belt out of all belt keepers.

BELT iNSTALLATION -

• Place V partof belt into grooves on engine pulleyand

front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of belt

keepers°

° Put beltcomingfrom V-idlerabove midspan beltkeeper,

then onto clutching idler pulleys as shown°

° Make sure V part of belt engages V*idler_

- Place belt around transaxte pulley, beginning at top.

V part of belt should engage transaxte pultey.

° Placelong Iowersectionofbeltthrough Ioopin midspan

belt keeper_

° Check to be sure belt is on proper side of ai! belt

keepers°

° Reinstall mower drive belt onto electric clutch pulley_

IMPORTANT: CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT°

TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC

VIEWED FROM L,H. SIDE OF TRACTOR

ENGINE

PULLEY

V-IDLER

CLUTCHING

IDLER

BELT

CLUTCHING

FLAT IDLER

ABOVE BELT\

KEEPER

BELT

TWISTS

BELT TRANSAXLE

KEEPER PULLEY

AS VIEWED FROMBOTTOM

FIG. 28

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in isrequired for proper steering operation.

Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism

have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust

if necessary.

TO CHECK TOE_IN (See Fig. 29) -

• Position front wheels straight ahead.

• Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of

tires (dimensions "A" and "B")_

• Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to 1/4" less than

rear dimension "B"o

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs. 29 and 30)

• Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

• Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is 1/8" to 1/4" less than

dimension "B".

" Tighten jam nuts securely°

FRONT OF TRACTOR

FIG. 29

ADJUSTMENT SLEEVES

TIE ROD

JAM NUTS

FIG. 30

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If

damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber,

contact your nearest authorized service center/depart-

menL

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig° 31) -

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retainingringand washers toallow

wheel remova!,

. Repair tire and reassemble_

,, Replace washers and snap retainingring securely in

axle groove,

• Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

• Block rear' axle securely°

o Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal,

. Repair tire and reassemble° Replace and tighten hub

botts securely.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING _\\

AXLE \

COVER \

FIG. 31

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

See Figs. 32)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ateexplosive 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 s!,,art the engine, it should be

recharged. If _jumper cables are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLE&

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

- Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short

against chassis°

o Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

° Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a panel

bolt on the left side of the tractor, away from fuel tank

and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

° BLACK cable first from chassis and fully charged

battery.

= RED cable last from both batteries°

"POSITIVE" _ ! _ "NEGA"_IVE"

(+) ' (4

PANEL

BOLT

FIG. 32

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood_

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill,

° Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the gdlio

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in Repair

Parts section of this manual°

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive4ype plug-in fuse. The

fuse holder is located behind the dash.

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CE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING

(See Fig. 33)

. While holdingspring bushingwithwrench, loosen jam

nut.

• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and

reduce lifteffort (for heavier attachments).

• Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwisefor lighter at-

tachmentso

° Retighten jam nut against spring bushing.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT ADJUST FOR MA;_IMUMSPRING

TENSION WHEN USING LIGHT ATTACHMENTS SUCH

AS A MOWER, ADJUST LIFT LEVER SPRING TO AID IN

LIFTING ATTACHMENT. DO NOT OVERPOWER SPRING.

WHEN REMOVING ATTACHMENT, ALWAYS ADJUST

SPRING TENSION TO ITS LOWEST POSITION.

ADJUSTMENT SPRING BUSHING

BOLT

ATTACHMENT

JAM NUT LIFT SPRING

o o

FIG. 33

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 34)

• Raise hood,

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand infront of tractor, Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor,,

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTION

FIG. 34

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ENGINE ACCELERATION TEST-

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 35 and 36)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment shouldnot be necessary, Check adjustmentas

described below before loosening cable If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

= With engine not running, move throttle control leverto

fast (,_) position.

• Check that speed control lever is against stop screw. If

it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cable until lever isagainst screw_Tighten clamp screw

securely.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 37)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary° However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, attitude or Ioad_ If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

tn 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 (coun*

temlockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine

giving a richer fueI/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT,

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

° Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle

control cable is adjusted properly (see above).

• With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clock-

wise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counter-

clockwise) 1-1/4 turns,

o Turn main fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) closing

finger tight and then turn out (counterclockwise)1 turn.

FINAL SETTING -

• Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make

final adjustmentswith engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

° With throttle control lever in fast ( ,_ ) position, turn

main fuet adjusting needle in (clockwise) until engine

begins to die then turn out (counterclockwise) until

engine runs rough, Turn needle to a point midway

between those two positions.

• Ld!espeed settinq _With throttle control lever in slow

(,oh) position, engine should idle at 1400 RPM. if

engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is attained,

• Ldlefuel needle settinq - With throttle control lever in

stow (,€_) position, turn idle fuel adjusting 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_

. Recheck idle speed, Readjust if necessary_

° Move throttle control lever from slow (.i_) to fast (,_)

position_ If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture

screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 tuf'n_ Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler-

ates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted_ Do not adjust-damage

may result°

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS_

CASING STOP SCREW SPEED CONTROL

CLAMP LEVER

THROTTLE

CONTROL

CABLE

FIG, 35

STOP

SPEED

CONTROL,

LEVER

FIG. 36

IDLE FUEL

iDLE SPEED _'_=jef'_.l "_,_./ADJUSTING

ADJUSTING _ _r_k'_ NEEDLE

SCREW "-'"-_____ tb

AIN FUEL

__ _ J ADJUSTING

NEEDLE

FIG, 37

STO

immediately prepare your tractorfor storage at the end of

the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or

noreo

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CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure,

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TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When

mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor-

oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc** Store in a

clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual),.

° Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

° Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened° Inspect moving parts fordarnage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting

BATTERY

- Fully charge the battery' for storage°

o 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 Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

° After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terrninals.

• Be sure battery drain tube tssecurely attached.

• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces_

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE, ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE tN STORAGE.

= Drainthe fuettank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.,

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of rue! gum deposits during stor_

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizerto allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer_.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace withclean engine

oil (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual)_

CYLINDERS

• Remove sparkplug(s).

o Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder(s).

o Turn ignition key to "STAR'I" position for a few seconds

to distribute oil

- Replace with new spark plug(s)o

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another,

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust°

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems°

° If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt,

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture,, Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust,

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE ST{LL WARM.

PROBLEM

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Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

CAUSE

1_ Outoffuel.

2. Engine not =CHOKED" properly,

3, Engine flooded,

4,. Bad spark plug,

5. Dirty air filter;

6. Dirtyfuel filter

7. Water in fuel_

8, Loose or damaged widng.

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 State or dirty fuel.

6 Loose or damaged wiring°

7 Carburetor out of adjustment.

8, Engine valves out of adjustment

1, Clutch/brake pedal nat depressed,

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3, Weak or dead battery,

4 Blown fuse

5 Corroded battery terminals

6 Looseor damagedwidng,

7 Faulty ignition switch

8, Faulty solenoid or starter_

9 Faulty operator presence switch(es).

I, Weak or dead battery,

2, Corroded battery terminals,

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4 Faulty solenoid or starter,,

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast,.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3, Build-up of grass, leaves and !rash under mower,

4,, Dirtyair filter,

5, Low oil level/dirty oiL

6. Faulty spark plug

7, Dirty fuel filler,

8 Stale or dirty fuel

9. Water in fuel.

10, Spark plug wire loose,

11 Dirty engine air screen/fins

12o Dirty/clogged muffier.

13. Loose or damaged wiring,

t4. Carburetor out of adjustment,,

15_ Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or Ioose blade,

2. Bent blade mandre!.

3 Loose/damaged part(s)..

CORRECTION

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I,, Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section..

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start,

4_ Replace spark plug,

5. Ciean/replace air filter,.

6, Replace fuel filter,

7. Drain f,Jel tank and carburetor, refltl tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter

8, Check all widng,.

9,. Contact an authorized service centerldepartment.

10, Contact an authorized service oenteddepartmenL

I_ Clear/replace air filter,.

2. Replace spark plug,

3,. Recharge or repface battery

4. Repiace fuel filter,

5. Drain flJeItank and refiliwith fresh gasoline.

6, Check atl wiring.

7, Contact an authorized service centeddepartment.

8 Contact an authorized service centertdepartment.

1. Depress ciutchJbraka pedal°

2. Disengage attachment clutch,

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse,

5_ Clean battery terminals,

6. Check a!l wtdng,

7, Check/replace ignition switch

8_ ChecPJreplace solenoid or starteL

9. Contact an authorized service centertdepartment.

1. Recharge or repface battery,,

2 Clean battery terrninals,

3, Checkall wldng

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

1,, Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed,

2. Adjust throttle control

3o Clean underside of mower housing.

4o Clean/replace air fitter,

5_ Check oil leveffchange oil.

6. clean and regap or change spark plug

7, Replace fuel filter.

8,, Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refili tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter,.

10 Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

tt, Clean engine air screenifins_

12. Clean/replace muffler,.

13, Check all wtdng.

!4. Contact an authodzed service centertdepartmento

15 Contact an authorized service center/department

1 Replace blade Tighten blade bott

2, Replace blade mandrel

3, Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts,

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass dlscharge

Headlight(s) not working

(If so equipped)

Battery wtll not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

TRO COTING

POINTS

CAUSE

1, Faulty operator_safety presence controlsystem

1, Worn, bent or loose blade°

2. Mower deck not level,,

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower°

4. Bent blade mandrel°

5, Clogged m;ower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1, ObsmJct_on fn clutch mechanism,

2, Worn/damaged mower ddve bait.

3. Frozen Idler pulley.,

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

t. Engine speed too slow.

2, Travel speed too fast,,

3, Wet grass,

4, Mower deck not level,

5, Lowluneven tire air pressure.

6, Worn, bent or loose blade.

7, Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8, Mower d_ive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10o Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.,

1. Switch ls "OFF"_

2. Butb(s) burned out,.

3, Fautty itght switch.

4_ Loose or damaged wiring.

5_ Blown fuse,

1o Bad battery cell(s),

2. Poor cable connections,

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4,, Faulty alternator,

CORRECTION

1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department.

t. Replace blade., Tighten blade boil

2. Level mower deck.,

3_ CIean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrets to open vent holes.

1, Remove obstruction,

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3, Replace idler pulley,

4, Replace blade mandrel,

1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position,

2° Shift to slower speed,

3, Allow grass to drybefore mowing.

4. Level mower deck

5. Check tires for proper air pressure,

6, Replacetsharpen blade, Tighten blade bolt,

7. Clean underside of mower housing,

B_ 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)

3., ChecWreptace 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 to "SLOW" position and altow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

Engine throttle control not set at =SLOW"

positionfor 30 seconds before stopping engine.

E NOTES

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

RED

ORANGE

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

15 AMP 13(3@ 3600 RPM A

REGULATOR

1 I

I ! BROWN

1 I

HEADLIGHT

SWITCH (OFF)

_EL_OWL_T_

2_voL__o,_3_00RPM

_,_EOULATO.D,SCO,,N_OT_O)

BLACK

HEADLIGHTS

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF M + G

ON B+L __

START B + S + L

--0--

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE" IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

GFC

E _IB

o _UA

PTO SWITCH

PosmoN CIRCUIT

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REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

1 /

I l

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t 1

\ /

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39 5_

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

t 146140 Battery

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

3 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4

4 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga

6 STD541025 Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20

7 7697J Tube Plastic

8 7603J Tray, Battery

9 109596X Clamp, Hose

10 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc

11 145209 Hold down Battery Dash Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon I/4"

19 10090400 Washer, Lock 1/4

20 73350400 Nut, ,Jam Hex 1/4-20

21 136850 Harness Socket Light W/4152J

22 4152J Bulb Light

24 4799J Cable, Batten]

25 146149 Cable, Battery

26 108824X Fuse

28 4207J Cable, Ground

29 121305X Switch, Plunger

30 144921 Switch, l_n

31 140400 Nut, Ignition Switch

32 141226 Cover Switch Key

33 140403 Key, Ignition

34 110712X Switch, Light

39 109553X Switch, Interlock

40 t46065 Harness Ign.

41 17720408 Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

42 131563 Cover, Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter

49 153249 Washer Pinned Delta

50 146283 Switch, PTO

51 140405 Ring Retainer PTO

53 71031008 Screw Hex Washer Hd #10-32 x 1/2

54 73951000 Nut Keps #10-32

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U..Soinches

t inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

47120

47 7_

, 17

18 15

V'_.... 26

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 150253 Rail, Frame RH 41 t7580408

2 140506 Drawbar, Gt 42 72140608

3 136671X558 Panel Asm., Side LH 43 136939

4 73680700 Nut, Crown Lock Hex 7/16-14 Unc 44 136940

5 t45203 Dash, Plastic Black 45 138460

6 150273 Dash Lower VGT One-Piece 47 17490608

7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4_20 x 1/2 48 136814

8 145166 Support, Dash 1-Pc. Battery 49 136813

9 108067X Nut, Pal 50 !52728

10 19092016 Washer 9/32x 1-1/4x 16 Gao 52 STD541431

11 137270 Rivet, Ratchet Male 53 t37304

12 137269 Washer, Nylon 56 138461

13 137271 Rivet, Ratchet Female 57 73640400

14 136673X558 Hood Asm., Pnt 58 137113

15 136374 Lens, Bar Clear 59 74180412

16 121794X Cover, Access 60 17490620

17 17490612 Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x3/4 63 19131614

18 136373x428 Gdlle 64 144283

19 19131312 Washer 13/32x 13/16x 12 Ga. 67 140737

20 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 68 17490508

21 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 69 153991

22 136670X558 PanelAsm., Side RH 70 137159

24 145243X558 Footrest, RH 77 137308

26 17490512 Screw, Thdrof 5/16-18 x 3/4 84 142992

28 145244X558 Footrest, LH 85 144911

29 145349 Bracket, Support Dash 86 74760716

30 145051X014 Saddle 88 STD551143

31 145183 Bracket, Support 1-Pc Steering VGT 90 STD551237

32 141315 Bracket Asmo, Frame Pivot Lh 91 150851

33 141314 Bracket Asm., Frame Pivot Rh 92 143485X013

34 142131 Bracket, Engine Support Rear 94 100207K

35 19111116 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga° 95 105531X

36 74780512 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 106 138776

37 121642X558 Fender, PnL t20 19131616

38 19091216 Washer 9/32x3/4x 16Ga. -- 8022J

39 136961 Bracket, Axle Front NOTE:

40 142132 Bracket, Support AxlelEnglne

Screw Tap Tite 1/4-20 × 1/2

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh

Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh

Bracket Asm. Susp Chassis Rh

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Bracket Asmo, Pivot Hood Lh

Bracket Asm., Pivot Hood Rh

Bracket, Chassis Front

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

Rod, Support Hood

Bracket Asm, Susp Chassis Lh

Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20

Bracket Asm,, Fender

Screw, Mach Cr 1/4-20 x 3/4

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Washer 13/32 x 1 × 14 Ga.

Washer, Serrated Disc t3/32 x 1

Guide, Belt T/A

Screw, Thd 5/16-18 x 1/2

Shield, Heat Muffler

Guide, Belt Mid Span

Shield, Front

Stop, Over Center Mower

Bracket, Support Transaxle

Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 Unc x 1

Washer, Lock Hvy HLCLo Spr. 7/16

Washer, Lock External Tooth 3/8

Rail, Frame Lh

Plate, Silkscreen Dash

Clip, Fuel Line

Push Nut, Nylon

Screw, Thdrol Hex Head Zinc Mwr

Washer 13/32 x I X 16 Ga,

Plug, Hole

All component dimensions given in US. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR

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REPAIR PARTS

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 9858M1

3 7563R

4 17490508

5 STD541437

6 STD561210

7 149176

8 12O00034

9 140080

10 142509

11 136927

12 9204H

13 139419

14 138901

15 STD551037

16 143012

17 126909X

18 137104

19 136926

21 2326O412

22 633A109

23 106932X

24 136925

25 136923

26 137552

27 17490528

28 STD541237

29 137213

30 19131616

34 124236X

35 137648

36 149412

37 121749X

DESCRIPTION

Key, Woodruff

Washer, Thrust, Axle

Screw, ThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16

Pin, Cotter

Hub Asm. Wheel Rear

Klip, Ring

Bolt, Hub

Disc, Brake

Yoke, Brake Disc

Locknut 1/2-20

Washer, Special

Bushing

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

Set, Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4

Spring

Lever, Brake

Cam, Brake Disc

Screw, Flat Head 1/4-28 x 3/4

Gearshift, Lever Assembly

Knob

Support, Puck Brake

Puck, Brake Top

Spring, Return

Screw, Hex Wsh Thd. 5/16-18 x I-

3/4

Nut, HexJam 3/8-16

Brake, Rod

Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Gao

Cap, Plur_ger

Rod, Parking Brake

Spring, Drive Ground

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga°

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

38 150035 Nyliner

39 74321016 Screw, Fin., #10-24 x 1

40 5304J Actuator, Interlock Switch

41 73631000 Locknut #10-24

42 8883R Cover, Pedal

43 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4_20 x 3/4

44 104601X Bracket, Interlock

45 73800400 Locknut w/insert 1/4-20

46 145170 Retainer, Spring

47 138228 Clutch Rod

48 72110614 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

49 19131413 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 × 13 Gao

50 131494 Pulley, ldier, Fiat

51 STD541437 Locknut, Hex 3/8-16

52 139123 Pulley, Idler, Grooved

53 207J Washer, Hardened

54 138390 Clutch, Arm Assembly

55 105706X Bearing, Idler

56 137153 V-Belt

57 141756 Bracket, Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

59 122253X Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

60 122268X Spring Clip, Connecting Link

61 137524 Pulley, Transaxte

62 STD551143 Washer, Lock 7/16

63 74760720 Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/4

64 137649 Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal

65 67609 Bolt, Shoulder

66 t40296 Washer, Hardened

67 19'131312 Washer, Fiat

68 5142H Pin, Roll

69 136327 Hub, Cover

NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U.S inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,251481

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REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121472X

2 137094

3 6855M

4 136960

5 136959

6 6266H

7 121748X

8 12000029

9 121232X

10 74781044

11 136518

12 739O1OO0

13 121749X

14 STD551137

15 73610600

16 145103

17 137347

t8 137155

19 146611

20 145182

21 100711L

22 1554J

23 152927

24 19133808

25 STD523710

26 126805X

27 3366R

28 17490612

29 t04239X

30 12000034

31 138136

32 19111610

33 STD551131

34 STD523t07

35 138059

36 137156

37 733606O0

38 109850X

39 73700600

4O 109851X

Wheel, Steering

Axle Asmo, Front

Fitting, Grease

Spindle Asm, LH

Spindle Asm., RH

Beating, Race Thrust Harden

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

Ring, Klip #T5304-75

Cap, Spindre

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

Spacer, BrgoAxle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc

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

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut, Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Shaft Asm., Steering

Rod Asm., Tie Bali J Ball Vgt (Inc.

Key No. 36-40)

Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt

Support Asm, Steering Vgt

Column, Steering

Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strgo BIk

Screw

Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gao

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

Cap, Wheel Steering

Bearing, CoL Strg.

Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bearing, Flange

Ring, Klip Truarc #5304-75

Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4

Gear, Sector Steering

Tie Rod

Jam Nut RH Thread

Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread

Jam Nut LH Thread

,JointAsm. Bail LH Thread

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

18 15

0J4

_j_5

I SPARK ARRESTER KIT ]

REPAIR PARTS

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 141948

2 144110

3 1324O300

4 13280328

5 1320030O

6 138129

8 121361X

9 145109

10 105432X

11 137140

12 136907

13 138486

14 138487

15 151346

16 109227X

17 106082X

18 151296

19 13290300

20 133439

21 17720410

22 138672

23 19132616

24 STD55i237

25 73920600

26 3645J

27 139277

28 7834R

29 132920

3O 105037X

32 17490508

34 177204O8

35 STD551131

36 74570512

37 123487X

39 17490624

40 17490652

41 126197X

42 STD551143

43 150280

45 128861

62 137373

Engine Kohler MV18S-58560

Muffler Asm Kohler VGT (Inc. Key

No, 34)

Elbow Street 3/8 NPT

Nipple Pipe 3/8NPT X 3 - 1/2

Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT

Clamp Tube Double Engine

Pulley V-Idler

Stop Keeper Asm VGT

Bushing

Clutch Electric

Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

Baffle Air LH Koh VGT

Baffle Air RH Koh VGT

Tank Fuel Rear &50 Yt/Gt

Pad Idler

Pad Spacer

Cap Asm Fuel W/Guage Vented

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

Control Throttle

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4 - 20 X 5/8

Control Choke

Washer 13/32 X 1 - 5/8 X 16 Ga

Washer Ext Tooth 3/8

Nut Keps 3/8-24 UNF

Bushing

Stem Tank Fuel

Fuel Line

Spark Arrester Kit

Strip Foam

Screw Thdrol 5/16- 18 X 1/2

Screw Thd Cut 1.4 - 20 x 1/2

Washer Lock 5/16

Screw Hex 5116- 16 UNC X 3/4

Clamp Hose

Screw Thdrol 3/8 - 16 X 1 - t/2 TT

Screw Thdrol 3/8 - 16 X 3 - 1/4

Washer 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID X .250

Washer Lock 7/16

Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 X 4 - 1/4 Ga 5

Nut, Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

Shield, Heat Kohler Vgt

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

1 inch = 2&4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

i[ :'

KEY

NO.

PART

NO,

140124

140551

140675

127018X

145008

8TD541437

124181X

150176

140552

121246X

121248X

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot Seat

Strap, Fender

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x ..62

Clip, Push In Hinged

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring, Seat Cprsn

Bolt 5/16-18unc X 3/4 W/Sems

Pan, Seat

Bracket, Mounting Switch

Bushing, Snap

KEY PART

NO. NO.

14 72050411

15 121249X

16 123740X

17 123976X

18 19171912

19 120068X

20 124238X

21 153236

22 8TD541431

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-3/8

Spaceh Split

Spring, Cprsn

Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5

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

Knob, Seat 1/2-13 Unc

Cap, Spring Seat

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U..S_inche

1 inch = 25°4 mm

REPAIR

DECALS

PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

6 3 7 15 t5 7 4 13

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 138955

2 151448

3 146705

4 146706

6 133644

7 138048

8 142243

9 146709

10 137537

!t 4900J

12 150333

13 151452

14 139346

DESCRIPTION

Decal Operating Instruction

Decal Grille Garden Trac. IPC

Decal Hood, Craftsman, RH

Decal Hood, Craftsman, LH

Decal Maintenance

Decal Side Panel

Decal Fender, Craftsman

Decal Caution

Decal Clutc!-dBrake

Decal Cap CNSMR Help Line SRS

Decal Chassis

Decal V-Belt Schematic

KEY PART

NO. NO.

15 151441

16 146047

17 52-113-54

18 146710

19 138047

20 149516

21 151302

23 106202X

-_ 145245

-- 145247

-- 138311

154330

154331

DESCRIPTION

Decal Hood Insert

Decal, V-Belt Drive Sch Tract

Decal, Engine Craftsman Kohler

Decal, Insert Strg

Decal, Battery

Decal, Battery DngdPsn Srs Eng

Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 Polo

Reflector, Taillight

Pad, Ftrest Rbr Sq

Fastener, Popqn Footrest

Decal, Handle Lft Height Adjust

(Lift Handle)

Manual, Owner's (Eng)

Manual, Owner's (Span)

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART

NO. NO.

59192

65139

106230X

8134H

106228X427

278H

6856M

9040H

106277X427

105588X

7154J

104757X

144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap, "Valve,Tire

Stem, Valve

Tire, Front

Tube, Front (Service Item Only)

Rim Assembly, Front

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Fitting, Grease

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Rim Assembly, Rear

Tire, Rear

Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)

Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

41 13

12 16

19 18

REPAIR PARTS

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 i21006X

2 145542

3 121002X

4 12000022

5 19292016

6 74780624

7 125631X

8 122365X

9 122364×

10 2876H

11 146704

12 3146R

13 139868

14 140302

15 STD541437

16 674A247

17 STD541237

18 143363

19 STD551037

20 5328J

21 STD523710

22 127218

23 4939M

24 73350800

25 130171

26 73800800

29 150233

30 !I0807X

3t 19131016

32 137150

33 76020308

34 137167

35 138057

36 17490612

37 120529)(

38 123933X505

39 123935X

40 17490512

41 73540600

42 t91t2410

43 123934X

70 145212

DESCRIPTION

Rod Asm., Lever

Shaft Asm, Lift Vgt

Lever Asm. Lift Rh

E-Ring Truarc #5133-87

Washer 29/32 x 1-1t4 x 16 Ga.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1_1/2

Grip, Handle Fluted

Button, Plunger

Plunger, Lever Lift

Spring 2-1/8"

Link Lift

Retainer, Spring

Arm, Suspenslon Vgt

Bearing

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Asm. Assist Lift

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Bracket, Spring Assist

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

Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8_16 x 1

Link, Front

Retainer, Spring

Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-'13 Unc

Trunnion

Nut, Lock WiWsh 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion Infin. Height

Nut, Special

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Spring, Compression lnf Hgt

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod, Adj Lift

Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc

Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer, Nylon

Pointer, Pnt Height Indicator

Plug, Hole

Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 Tyt

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga_

Scale, indicator Height

Nut, Hex Flange Lock

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS.inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

MOWER DECK

33-...._

117

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

REPAnR PARTS

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251481

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 153125

3 138457

5 4939M

6 130832

8 85O857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 152443

12 129895

13 137553

14 137152

15 110485X

16 140329

18 72140505

19 132827

20 145055

21 STD54t431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 145325

28 19111016

29 131491

30 138776

31 129963

32 153531

33 137266

34 144945

35 17490628

36 STD551037

DESCRIPTION

Deck Asmo, Mower 46"

Bracket Asm., Sway Bar

Retainer Spring

Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar)

Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8

Washer, Lock Hvyo, Unplated 3/8

Washer, Hard Blade, Mower

Vented

Blade, 46" Mower Deck

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204

Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing

(Includes Key No. 12)

Housing, Mandrel

Bearing, BalE,Mandrel

Stripper, Mower Round

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

Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18

Baffle, Vortex Mower 46'*

Nut,Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC

Stiffener, Bracket

Bracket, Deflector

Cap, Sleeve

Spring_ Torsion, Deflector

Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector Mower

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga_

Rod, Hinge

Screw, Hex Head, Thdroll

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Flg. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

Anchor, Spring Deck 46"

Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-.3/4 Tytt

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

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

37 131494

38 137554

39 144917

40 137273

4t 1749O620

42 122052X

43 144949

44 133943

45 145059

46 137729

47 144959

48 148763

49 STD541437

5O 72110612

101 145579

102 7116101O

103 STD55!110

104 19061216

105 130758

t06 2029J

116 137644

117 133957

118 73930600

119 19121414

126 144948

127 146763

-- 147401

143651

Pulley, Idler, Flat

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Pulley, Idler, Driven

Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent

Screw, Thdroll 3/8_16 x 1-1/4 Tytt

Spacer, Retainer

Arm, Idler Secondary

Washer, Hardened

Cover, Mandrel Deck

Screw, ThdrolL 1/4-20 x 5/8

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary'

V-Belt, Mower, Primary

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Cover, Mulching

Screw

Washer, Lock #10

Washer

Latch Asmo Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel

Nut, Centedock 3/8_16 UNC

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gao

Arm, Idler, Primary Deck 46"

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim_ 4.25

Mower Service STD Deck - Order

separately Mulcher and Gauge

Wheel components, Key No_s 101-

106 and 116-119) ,,

Mandrel Asm_ 44/50 Service

(Includes Key Noo's 8_10, 12-15, 31

and 33)

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S_ inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRANSAXLE

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REPAIR PARTS

TRANSAXLE

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 4197R

2 12000034

3 4199R

4 4216R

5 4215R

6 4217R

7 6256H

8 74O20652

9 7392M

t0 137261

11 4985R

12 6266H

13 4212R

14 137125

15 6276H

16 633A63

17 8118M

18 8740H1

19 122238X

2O 4218R

2t 6252H1

22 781 OH

23 6262H

24 7393R

25 992R1

26 139111

27 4986R

28 122254X

29 6269H

30 5855H

31 139538

32 6277H

33 4225R

34 7396H

35 4198R

36 4200R

37 7395H

39 139536

13320400

17580520

6271H

13060200

4895H

4222R

1529R

DESCRIPTION

Axle Shaft

Retaining Ring

Final Drive Gear

Differential Gear

Differential Pinion

Differential Carder

Axle Thrust Washer

Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-24 x 3-1/4

(1" Thread Length)

Steel Ba_l

Spring Shift Fork Detent

Shift Fork, High-Low Range

Thrust Bearing Race

4th Reduction Pinion

Shaft, Brake

Snap Ring, Crescent Type

High-Low Range Gears

Needle Bearing

Sintered Iron Bearing

Shift Fork Shaft, High-Low Range

Differential Pinion Spacer

Differential Pinion Bushing

Gripco Centerlock Nut 3/8-24

Shift Fork, R,.H_

Oil Seal

Sintered Iron Bearing

Shift Fork Shaft

Shift Fork, LH.

Shift Shaft, High-Low Range

Oil Seal

Pressure Relief Valve

Gearcase, Reverse Idler Shaft and

Bearings, R.H. (Includes Key No.'s

!7,18, 25, 33, 50, 63, 77 and 82)

Dowel Pin

Needle Bearing

Thrust Bearing Race

4th Reduction Gear Shaft

4th Reduction Gear Spacer

Thrust Bearing Race

Gearcase and Bearings, LH.

(Includes Key Numbers 18, 25, 49,

50 (2), 51 and 52)

Pipe Plug 1/2-14 N.PoT.

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 UNC x !-1/4

Oil Seal

Pipe Plug 1/4-18 N.P.T.

Needle Bearing

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

52 8119M

53 4220R

54 4209R

55 4213R

56 4442R

57 4195R

58 4214R

59 4194R

60 7528R

61 4208R

62 4207R

63 7398H

64 4203R

65 4204R

66 2898J

67 12000033

68 4205R

69 4206R

70 1370H

71 633A69

72 139120

73 4201R

74 12000008

75 1153R

77 6803J

79 1167R

80 7336070O

81 6270H

82 136984

84 5384J

85 2978J

86 633A85

87 8739H1

88 4924H

89 19151516

90 110542X

91 19181511

92 75J

93 6274H

94 76020412

95 10O4O5OO

96 74760514

97 633A109

98 14O332

Needle Bearing

Thrust Bearing Race

3rd Reduction Pinion, Low

4th Reduction Gear

3rd Reduction Pinion Spacer

2nd Reduction Gear Shaft

Final Drive Pinion

1st Reduction Gear Shaft

1st Reduction Shaft Spacer

3rd Reduction Plnion High

2nd Reduction Gear

Needle Bearing

Low Speed Gear and 2rid

Reduction Pinion Cluster

Reverse Gear

Key, Hi-Pro 1/8 x 17/32

Kiip Ring

Intermediate Speed Gear

High Speed Gear

Thrust Bearing Race

Intermediate and High Speed

Cluster Pinions

Input Shaft

Low Speed Pinion

E-Ring

Reverse Idler Gear

Needle Bearing

Sealing Washer

Nut, Hex, Jam 7/16-20

oil Seal

Reverse Idler Shaft

Gearshift Lever, Bent

Gearshift Cap

Gearshift Bali Cover and Pin

Shift Lever Guide Ball, Keyed

Spring

Washer 15/32 x 15/16 x t6 Gauge

Shift Mechanism Seal

Washer 9/16 x 15/16 x 12 Gauge

Gearshift Gate and Reinforcement

Shift Bali Cover Gasket

Cotter Pin 1/8 x 3/4

Washer, Lock 5/16

Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 UNC x 7/8

Gearshift Lever Assembly

Transaxle Assembly

(Less Brake Drum and Shift Lever)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches

1 inch = 25_4 mm

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10 "_" C:::_'_

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KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

AIR INTAKE

BAFFLES & SHROUD

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. NO. NOo

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 25 113 15 Decal, Air Cleaner

-- 5211330 Decal

1 X-276-7 Wing Nut 1/4-20 I 52 063 41

2 52 755 83 Kit, Cover and Tube 2 52 313 05

(includes Key Numbers 3 and 4) 3 52 063 42

3 52 096 35 Cover, Air Cleaner 4 X-67-83

4 52 123 21 Tube, Air Intake

5 231032 Seal, Element Cover 5 52 755 70

6 52 082 04 Cover, Air Cleaner Element

7 45 083 01 Pre-Cleaner 6 52 217 01

8 45 083 02 Element 7 52 468 16

9 237423 Seal, Air Cleaner Cover 8 52 086 11

10 X-67-98 Screw, Hex Washer Head 9 52 124 23

#10-32 x 9/t6 (4)

11 52 201 06 Base, Air Cleaner

12 277093 Gasket, Air Cleaner (2)

13 52 054 39 Elbow, Air Intake

14 X-25-79 Washer, Plain #10

15 X-50_37 Screw, Slotted Pan Head BREATHER & VENT

#10_32 x 2-1/4

16 X-50-57 Screw, Slotted Pan Head KEY PART

#10-32 x 1-3/4 (2) NO. NO.

17 X-22-9 Washer, Lock, lntemat Tooth

#10 (2) 1 X-81-1

t8 25 041 06 Gasket, Air Cleaner Elbow 2 X-25-12

3 52 096 18

4 52 055 01

5 X-352-39

DESCRIPTION

Baffle, #2 Cylinder Head

Grommet (2)

Baffle, Fuel Pump

Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 7/16 (14)

Kit, Blower Housing

ncludes Key Numbers 6 thru 8)

upport, Upper Housing

Washer, Flat (2)

Screw 1/4-20 x 5/8 (6)

Baffle, #1 Cylinder Head

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 52 t13 46 Decal, Horsepower (3i

DESCRIPTION

6 52 326 '12

7 52 096 08

8 52 032 04

9 52 462 01

t0 52 096 22

11 275220

Nut, Hex 1/4:20 (2)

Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)

Cover, #2 Cylinder Valve

Gasket, Cover (3)

Stud, #2 Cylinder Valve Cover

t/4-20 x 2-1/4

Hose, Breather

Cover, #1 Upper Cylinder Valve

Seal, Breather

Valve, Umbrella

Cover, #1 Lower Cylinder Valve

Stud, #1 Cylinder Valve Cover

1/4-20 x 3_1/4

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

1 inch = 2&4 mm

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CRANKCASE !

19--

CARBUREtoRI

24 23 28

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/ 18 _,_ _/_930

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+ +I +,,+ /

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CRANKCASE

CARBURETOR

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO. NO.

9 25 086 12

10 X-269-43

11 52 078 05

12 52 030 10

52 030 11

52 03O 12

13 25 086 10

14 25 086 13

15 52 141 02

16 52139 08

17 25 086 1!

18 52 032 t0

19 82 755 17

0 _ _

1 X_82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) 1 52 041 09

2 52 468 !2 Washer, Flat 5/16 (12) 2 52 755 91

3 82 755 16 Kit, #1 Cylinder Barrel

(includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6) 3 52 164 15

4 52 016 05 Valve, Exhaust 4 X-21-1

5 52 031 01 Insert, Valve Seat (2) 5 X-6-29

6 52 316 06 Guide, Valve (2) 6 X-75-23

7 52 755 50 Kit, Oil Relief

8 52 072 12 Step Stud 5/16-18 x 3/4, 7 235778

3/8-16 x 5/8, 2" Long (12) 8 X-67-97

Screw, Hex Flange 5/16-18 x 2 (2)

Ring, Retaining 9

Shaft, Governor 10

Bearing, Sleeve, Standard (2) 1!

Bearing, Sleeve o010" 1221 12

Bearing, Sleeve °020"

Screw, Hex Flange 13

5/16-18 x 1-1/2 (3) t4

Screw, Hex Flange

3/8-16 x 3-5/8 (2)

O-Ring 15

Plug 16

Screw, Hex Flange 17

5/16-18 x 3-1/2 (8) 18

Seal, Oil, Front

Kit, #2 Cylinder Barrel

(Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6)

Crankcase (Service with Short

Block, Part Number 82 522 30)

41 072 19

52 063 40

25 155 02

52 853 25

271030

52 053 54

25 041 06

X-77-2

232867

X-67-62

19 25 O8627

20 25 146 03

2t 52 14424

22 25 368 01

23 25 089 02

24 25 086 26

25 25 089 04

26 25 368 03

27 25 089 02

28 52 090 13

29 25 089 03

30 25 194 01

31 25 146 O2

32 25 041 04

33 25 757 09

34 25 104 01

35 25 041 03

36 25 100 05

Gasket, Intake (2)

Kit, Manifold

(Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 8)

Manifold, Intake

Washer, Lock 5/16 (4)

Screw, Hex Cap 5/16-18 x 2 (4)

Plug, Hex, Countersunk

1/8 N.P.T,.F.

Clamp, Cable (2)

Screw, Hex Washer Head

#10-24 x 3/8 (2)

Stud 5/16_18 x 1 (2)

Baffle, Carburetor

Connector, Hose

Kit, Carburetor with Gasket

(Includes Key Numbers 12 thru 14)

Gasket, Carburetor (2)

Carburetor Assembly (Information

Only - Not Available Separately)

(Includes Key Numbers 18 thru 35)

Gasket, Air Cleaner

Nut 5/16 (2)

Strap, Lifting

Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 3/4

Screw, Throttle and Choke Plate (4)

Plate, Choke

Shaft, Throttle with Lever and Seal

Needle, Idle Fuel Adjust

Spring, idle, Fuel

Screw, Idle Speed Adjust

Spring, Idle Speed

Needle, Main Fuel

Spring, Main Fuel

Lever, Choke

Spring, Choke, Friction

Ball, Choke, Friction

Plate, Throttle

Gasket, Bowl

Kit, Float

Bowl, Fuel

Gasket, Bowl Retainer Screw

Screw, Bowl Retainer

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 25 757 11 Kit, Carburetor Repair

- - 25 757 23 Kit, Bowl Baffle

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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CRANKSHAFT!..............

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ELECTRIC STARTE R !

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DIPSTICK!

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CRANKSHAFT

ELECTRIC STARTER

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. NO. NO.

1 52 014 93

2 52 468 03

52 468 04

52 468 05

DIPSTICK

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 52 038 14

2 X-25-44

3 52 032 14

4 4! 153 01

5 52 126 11

6 52 123 20

7 47 I39 01

CYLINDER HEAD

KEY PART

NO_ NO.

Crankshaft

Washer, Thrust .119L122 (A,Ro)

Washer, Thrust o128/ot31

Washer, Thrust o137L140 (A.Ro)

DESCRIPTION

Dipstick Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 2 and 3)

Washer, Plain 5/16

Seal, Rubber

O-Ring

Bracket, Oil Tube Support

Tube, Oil Fill 11-7/8

Plug, Hex, Countersunk

3/4 N.P.T.F.

DESCRIPTION

Gasket, Head (2)

Cylinder Head (2)

Washer, Plain 5/16 (18)

Screw, Hex Head

5/16-18 x 1-t/2 (18)

1 52 041 20

2 52 015 08

3 220534

4 41 086 02

DESCRIPTION

1 52 098 12

2 X-20-'l

3 X-81-t

4 82 755 26

5 52 081 07

6 52 170 05

7 52 211 01

8 52 227 10

9 82 755 28

Starter Assembly

(includes Key Numbers 4 thru 9)

Washer, Lock 1/4 (2)

Nut, Hex 1/4-20 (2)

Kit, Drive

Cap, Drive End

Armature

Bolt, Thru (2)

Cap, Commutator End

Kit, Brush

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 25 450 03 Tag, Caution

EXHAUST

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO,

1 52 !26 12 Bracket

2 X-25-72 Washer, Plain (3)

3 52 086 tl Screw 1/4-20 x 5/8 (3)

4 52 041 14 Gasket, Exhaust (2)

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

! inch = 25.4 mm

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FLYWHEEL FUEL PUMP

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO, NO. NO.

1 25 162 01 Screen, Grass 1 47 086 08

2 25 086 21 Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 5/8 (4) 2 52 559 01

3 25 112 04 Spacer (4)

4 25 157 01 Fan 3 X-380-1

5 25 086 24 Screw, Hex Machine 3/8_24 x 1-1/4 4 X-25-63

6 52 468 15 Washer, Plain 5 25 041 09

7 X_286-17 Key, Square 3/16 x 7/8 6 25 155 02

8 52 025 36 Flywheel 7 X-426-9

8 52 353 18

9 2505003

GOVERNOR 10 15 353 04

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. IGNITION

1 231355

2 X-25-t2

3 237022

4 A-235743-S

5 52 078 04

6 X-25-102

7 X-269-28

8 X-25-72

9 52 090 23

10 277341

11 52 158 07

12 25 086 15

13 52089 07

14 X-81-1

15 X-25-63

16 52 186 09

17 52 211 04

18 25 !41 03

19 25 t58 08

20 52 07907

21 52 079 06

22 52 O9O14

23 52 089 08

24 25 086 21

25 X-67-97

26 235778

27 25431 01

28 X-70-3

29 52 086 05

Pin, Governor Stop

Washer, Plain 1/4

Washer, Thrust

Kit, Governor Gear

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, Plain 1/4

Retainer, Governor (2)

Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)

Lever, Speed Control

Washer, Tension

Bushing, Throttle Control Lever

Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 1

Spring, Governor

Nut, Hex 1t4-20

Washer, Plain I/4

Arm, Governor

Screw, Round Head, Square Neck

1/4-20 x I

Ring, Retaining (4)

Bushing, Linkage Retaining (4)

Unkage, Governor

Linkage, Throttle

Lever, Throttle

Spring, Torsion

Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 5/8

Screw, Hex Washer Head

#10-24 x 318 (3)

Clamp, Cable (3) .

Bushing, Speed Control Lever

Nut, Hex #10-32

Screw, Hex Head #10-32 x 7/8

Screw, Poziddv, Truss Head

1/4-20 x 5/8 (2)

Pump, Fuel Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 6)

Connector, Straight

Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)

Gasket, Fuel Pump

Connector, Hose

Clamp, Hose (4)

Line, Fuel, 8"

Filter, Fuel

Line, Fuel, 11-1/2"

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

25 755 03

2 X-t32-5

3 236602

4 237878

5 X-67-51

6 210281

7 X-67-64

41 155 O3

220297

52 313 02

52 182 02

52 126 08

25 086 15

52 584 02

25 086 16

Kit, Rectifier-Regulator

ncludes Key Number 2)

crew, Hex Cap 1/4-20 x 5/8 (2)

Connector, 3 Contact

Kit, Stator (Includes Key Number 5)

Screw, Hex Cap #I0-24 x 3/4 (2)

Clip (2)

Screw, Hex Washer Head

#10.32 x 7/16

Connector, 2 Contact

Grommet, Rubber

Grommet

Spark Plug (2)

Bracket, Module

Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 1 (2)

Module, Ignition

Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 7/8 (2)

NOT

ILLUSTRATED

47 518 33 Lead, Violet, Rectifier-Regulator

(1I", 14 Gauge, Uninsuiated Push

On Tab Terminals)

52 518 19 Lead, White, Module To Connector

(19-1/2", 14 Gauge, Insulated Push

On Tab, Uninsulated Push On Tab

Terminals)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US.. inches

1 inch = 25°4 mm

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PiSTO"A.ORO0I ....

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, H.

i_iL PUMP, i ....... : .............

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OIL PAN

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

1 X-67-64

2 52 050 03

3 52 199 14

4 X-702-14

5 52 054 07

6 X-75-38

7 X-75-10

8 52086 12

9 52 032 10

OIL FILTER

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 52 050 02

2 82 755 23

3 X-55-15

4 X-75-23

5 52 041 16

PISTON & ROD

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 52 067 67

52 067 68

2 52 874 1t

52 874 !2

52 874 13

52 874 14

52 874 15

3 23OOO4

4 52 108 09

52 108 10

52 108 11

52 108 12

Screw, Hex Washer Head

#10-32 x 7/16 (2)

Filter, Oil Pickup

Oil Pan (Includes Key #4 thru 6)

Plug, Cup 1-1/16

Elbow, Street

Plug, Hex, Countersunk

114N.P.T_F.

Plug, Square Head 318N.P.T.F. (2)

Screw, Hex Washer Head

5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (9)

Seal, Oil, Rear

DESCRIPTION

Oil Filter

Kit, Oil Fitter Adaptor

(Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 5)

Screw, Hex Socket Head

5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (2)

Plug, Hex, Countersunk

1/8 N.P.T.F.

Gasket, Oil Filter

DESCRIPTION

Connecting Rod, Standard (2)

Connecting Rod .010" (2)

Piston with Ring Set, Standard (2)

Piston with Ring Set .003 (2)

Piston with Ring Set .010" ii /

Piston with Ring Set .020"

Piston with Ring Set .030"

Retainer, Piston Pin (4)

Ring Set, Standard and °003" (2)

Ring Set .010" (2)

Ring Set .020" (2)

Ring Set .030" (2)

LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

1 X-75-23 Plug, Pipe 1/8 N.P.TFo

CAMSHAFT & VALVES

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO,

52 012 09 * Camshaft

52 019 03 * Tappet (4)

41 755 10 Kit, Retainer (4)

52 413 01 Rotator, Exhaust Valve (2)

25 089 0I Spring, Valve (4)

52 016 05 Valve, Exhaust (2)

52 017 08 Valve, intake (2)

52 032 13 Seal, Intake Valve Stem (2)

230011 Retainer, Intake Valve (2)

After s_rial no_24082000 use:

52 012 11 Camshaft

52 019 02 Tappet

OIL PUMP

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO,

X-280-25

52 144 05

52 422 01

52 043 05

52 393 09

52 096 03

X-67-64

Pin, Roll

Shaft, Oil Pump

Spacer, Shim

(As Required, Maximum of 2)

Gear, Oil Pump

Rotor Set

Cover, Oil Pump

Screw, Hex Washer Head

#10-32 x 7/16 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 82 522 30

- - 52 755 94

Short Block

Gasket Set

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1150-1650

High Speed: 3200-3400

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U_S, inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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UAL

MODEL NO.

917.251481

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

HOT LINE, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-659-5917

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18.5 HP IC

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

GARDEN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own mcdel numoe_ " _,eng,ne nas

its own model number

The model number for your Itactor -,,,,', :,,_ :,bno :Jn :r_e

model plate located unde, ,he seal

The model number for your engine w_]l ::e found on ;he

blower housing of the engine

All parts listed herein may be ordered 'rcm any Sears

Roebuck and Co, Service CenteriDepartner:! and mosl Re-

tail Stores,

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

• PRODUCT- TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER - 917,251481

• ENGINE MODEL NO . MV18S-58560

• PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise nas ad(Jeo ia,be #nen ,_,_

consider Sears has service units nationwde staffed ,vlh

Sears trained techn_c:aqs protess_or;a, :ecrr,car_

specifically trained Io insure lhat we meet our pledge Io

you, we service what we {eil

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Craftsman 917251481 Lawn Tractor

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