Craftsman 917259566 Tractor User Manual

SEARS

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MODEL NU;_BER 917.259566 OWNER'S MANUAL

• Assembly

• Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:.

1-800-659-5917

SearsCraftsman Help Line

5 am- 5pm, Mon- Sat

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 u

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read,undemtand,and followell instructionsinthe manual

and onthe machinebeforestarting.

• Only allow responsibleadults, who ere familiar with the

instructions,to operatethemachine.

• Clear the area of obects such as rocks,toys,wire, etc.,

whc_ cou d bepickedup andthrownbytheblade.

• Besuretheareaisclearofotherpeoplebeforemowing.Stop

machineifanyoneentersthearea.

• Nevel"carrypassengers.

• Do notmowinreverseunlessabsolutelynecessary.Always

lookdownand behind beforeand whilebacking.

• Beawareofthemowerdischargedirectionanddo notpoint

it at anyone. Do notoperatethe mowerwithouteitherthe

entiregrasscatcherortheguardin place.

• Slowdownbefore turning.

• Never leavea runningmachineunattended.Alwaystumoff

blades, set parkingbrake,stop engine,and remove keys

beforedismounting.

• Turnoffbladeswhen notmowing.

• Stop engine beforeremoving grasscatcheror unclogging

chute.

• Mow onlyindaylightor goodartificiallight.

• Do not operatethe machinewhile underthe influenceof

alcoholordrugs.

• Watchfortrafficwhenoperatingnearorcrossingroedways.

• Use extracare when loadingor unloadingthemachineinto

e traileror truck.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

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

tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or

death. All slopes require extra caution. Ifyou cannot back

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

DO:

• Mow up and downslopes,notacross.

• Removeobstaclessuchas recks,tree limbs,etc.

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

overfumthe machine. Tallgrasscan hideobstacles.

• Useslowspeed. Choosea lowgearsothatyouwillnothave

tostopor shiftwhileon theslope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendationsfor wheel

weightsorcounterweightstoimprovestability.

• Use extra care with grass catchersor otherattachments.

These canchangethestabilityofthemachine.

• Keepallmovementontheslopesslowandgradual. Do not

make suddenchangesin speed ordirection.

• Avoidstartingor stoppingon a slope. Iftireslosetraction,

disengagethe bladesandproceedslowlystraightdownthe

slope.

DO NOT:

• Donottumonslopesunlessnecessary,andthen,tumslowly

and graduallydownhill,ifpossible.

• Do notmow near drop-offs,ditches,or embankments.The

mowercouldsuddenlyturnoverifa wheel isovertheedge

of a cliffor ditch,or if an edgecaves in.

• Do not mowon wet grass. Reducedtractioncouldcause

sliding.

• Donottrytostabilizethemachinebyputtingyourfootonthe

ground.

• Do notusegrasscatcher onsteepslopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator isnot alertto the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandunderthewatchful

careofanotherresponsibleadult.

Bealertand turnmachineoftifchildrenenterthearea.

• Beforeandwhen backing,lookbehindand downfor small

children.

• Never carry children. They may fall offand be seriously

injuredor interferewithsafe machineoperation.

• Neverallowchildrento operatethe machine.

• Use extra care when approachingblindcomers,shrubs,

trees,orotherobjectsthatmay obscurevision.

IV. SERVICE

• Useextracareinhandlinggasolineandotherfuels.Theyare

flammableandvaporsareexplosive.

Useonlyanapprovedcontainer.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allowenginetocoolbeforerefueling.Do not

smoke,

Neverrefuelthemachineindoors.

Neverstorethe machineor fuelcontainerinsidewhere

there isan openflame, suchas.a waterheater.

• Never run a machineinsidea closedarea.

• Keepnutsand belts,especiallybladeattachmentboltstight

andkeepequipmentin goodcondition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operationragulady.

• Keepmachinefreeofgrass,leaves,orotherdebrisbuild-up.

Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machineto coolbefore

storing.

• Stop and inspectthe equipmentif you strike an object.

Repair,ifnecessary,before restarting.

• Nevermakeadjustmentsor repairswiththeenginerunning.

• Grasscatchercompenantserasubjecttowear,damage,and

deterioration,which could expose movingparts or allow

objectsto be thrown, Frequentlycheckcomponentsand

replacewithmanufacturer'srecommendedparts,when nec-

essary.

• Mowerbladesare sharpandcancut. Wraptheblade(s)or

weargloves,anduseextracautionwhen servicingthem.

• Check brake operationfrequently. Adjustand serviceas

required.

Look for this symbol to point out important

safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!II BECOME ALERTIn YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug

wire endplace wire where Itcannotcontact

spark plug In order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs.

A WARNING A

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc-

tive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor. It has been designed, engineeredand 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/Department. We have competent, well-

trainedtechniciansandthepropertoolstoserviceor repair

this tractor.

Please read and retainthis manual. The instructionswill

enableyoutoassembleand maintainyourtractorproperly.

Alwaysobservethe "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917.259566

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE

THEMODELANOSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

! DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

I FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regular schedule inmaintaining, caring forand

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 forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov-

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system isequipped

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 19.5

GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

ANDTYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above32°1=)

SAE 5Wo30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

GAP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004" ÷.006"

EXHAUST: .007" - .009"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st 1.1

2nd 1.4

3rd 2.3

4th 3.5

5th 4.5

6th 5.7

REVERSE: 1.8

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMPiHR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: UtR

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS.

witha sparkarrastermeeting applicablelocalorstate laws

(ifany). Ifa sparkarrester isused,itshouldbe maintained

in effectiveworkingorder bythe operator.

In the state of Californiathe above is required by law

(Section4442 of the California Public ResourcesCode).

Other statesmay havesimilarlaws. Federal lawsapplyon

federal lands. A sparkattester for the muffler isavailable

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTSsectionofthismanual).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years fromthe date ofpurchase,if thisCraftsmanRiding Equipmentis maintained,lubricatedand tuned up according

tothe instructionsin the owner's manual, Seam willrepairor replace, free ofcharge, anypartsfound to be defectivein material or

workmanship.

ThisWarrantydoes not cover:

Expendable itemswhichbecome worn duringnormaluse,suchas blades,spark plugs,air cleaners,belts,etc.

Tire replacementor repaircaused by puncturesfromoutsideobjects,suchas nails,thorns,stumps,orglass.

Repairs necessarybecause ofoperatorabuse, negligence,improperstorage oraccident orthe failureto maintain the

equipmentaccordingto the instructionscontainedinthe owner'smanual.

Ridingequipment usedforcommercialor rentalpurposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

workmanshipand our testingdetermines the batterywill not hold a charge, Searswill replacethe batteryat nocharge.

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 AVAILABLEBY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO

YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLEAFTER 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.) THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY

WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES.

ThisWarrantygives you specificlegal rights,and you may alsohave otherrightswhichmay varyfromstateto state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................ 4

INDEX ............................................................................ 4

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

ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 7-9

OPERATION ........................................................ 10-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 2025

STORAGE ................................................................... 26

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 27-28

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 30-47

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 48-53

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .................. BACK PAGE

INDEX

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

Adjustments:

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

Carburetor ................................... 25

Mower:

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

Side-To-Side .......................... 21

Throttle ControlCable ................. 24

Air Filter,Engine................................. 18

AirScreen, Engine ............................. 18

Assembly........................................... 7-9

Battery:

Charging .................................... 7-8

Cleaning ...................................... 17

Connecting................................. 7-8

Startingwith Weak Battery ......... 23

Storage ....................................... 26

Terminals .................................... 17

Belts:

Motion Drive

Removal/Replacement ........... 22

Mower Blade Ddve

Removal/Replacement........... 22

Blade:

Sharpening.................................. 16

Replacement ............................... 16

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

Carburetor Adjustment....................... 25

Controls,Tractor ................................ 11

Customer Responsibilities............. 15-19

Engine:

Air Filter................................... 18

Air Screen, Engine.................. 18

Battery..................................... 17

Cooling Fins,Engine............... 18

EngineOil ............................... 17

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

Spark Plugs............................. 19

Tractor:

Blades ..................................... 16

LubricationChart..................... 15

Maintenance Schedule ........... 15

Tire Care ......................... 8,16,23

Cutting Height, Mower ....................... 12

Electrical:

Intedocksand Relays ................. 24

Schematic ................................... 29

WiringDiagram ........................... 30

Engine:

Air Filter....................................... 18

Air Screen ................................... 18

Cooling Fins,Engine................... 18

Oil Change .................................. 17

Oit Level................................. 13,17

Oil Type....................................... 17

Preparation................................. 13

Repair Parts........................... 48-53

Starting........................................ 14

Storage ....................................... 26

Filters:

Air................................................ 18

Fuel............................................. 19

Fuel:

Type ............................................ 13

Storage ....................................... 26

Fuse ................................................... 24

Gauge Wheels ..................................... 8

HoodRemoval/Installation................. 24

LevelingM<)werDeck ......................... 21

LubdcationChart ................................ 15

MaintenanceSchedule ...................... 15

Mower:

Adjustment,Front-to-Back.......... 21

Adjustment,Side-to-Side............ 21

Blade Sharpening ....................... 16

Blade Replacement..................... 16

CuttingHeight ............................. 12

Installation................................... 20

Operation .................................... 13

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

MowingTips ....................................... 14

Muffler................................................ 19

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

Mulcher Plate ....................................... 9

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions....... 13,17

Engine........................... :_............ 17

Storage ....................................... 26

Operation ...................................... 11-14

Operating Mower ................................ 13

Options:

Accessodes................................... 5

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

Parking Brake................................ 11-12

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

Pads, Replacement/Repair ........... 30-47

ProductSpecifications........................... 3

Repair Parts .................................. 30-47

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

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

Serviceand Adjustments.............. 20-25

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

Carburetor................................... 25

Fuse............................................ 24

Hood Removal/Installation.......... 24

MotionDrive Belt

Removal/Replacement........... 22

Mower BladeDrive Belt

Removal/Replacement........... 22

Mower Adjustment:

Frent-to-Back ......................... 21

Side-to-Side ........................... 21

Mower Installation....................... 20

Mower Removal .......................... 20

Tire Care ............................. 8,16,23

Slope Guide Sheet ............................. 55

Spark Plugs........................................ 19

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

Startingthe Engine ....................... 13-14

Steedng Wheel ................................ 7,23

StoppingtheTractor ........................... 12

Storage............................................... 26

ThrottleControlCable Adjustment..... 24

Tires ........................................... 8,16,23

Trouble ShootingChart .................. 27-28

Transaxle Repair Parts................. 46-47

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

Widng Diagram .................................. 30

Wiring Schematic ............................... 29

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessoriesand attachmentswere availablethroughmostSears retailoutletsandservicecenterswhen thetractorwaspurchased.

MostSears stores can orderthese items foryou when youprovidethe modelnumber ofyour tractor,

ENGINE

SPARKPLUG

GASCAN ENGINEOIL FUELSTABILIZER

AIRFILTER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offersa widevarietyofattachmentsthatfityourtractor. Many oftheseare listedbelowwithbriefexplanationsofhowthey canhelp

you. This listwas currentst the timeofpublication;however,itmay change infuture years- more attachments may beadded, changes

may be made in these attachments, orsome may nolonger be available orfit your model. Contact your nearest Sears store for the

accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Mostof these attachments do not requireadditionalhitchesorconversionkits(thosethat do are indicated) and are designedfor easy

attachingand detaching.

AERATOR promotesdeep root growthfor a healthy lawn, Ta-

pered 2.5-inch steel spikes mountedon 10-inch diameter discs

puncture holes in soil at close intervalsto let moisture soak in.

Steel weight trey for increasedpenetration.

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a

healthier,nearer looking lawn. Two Permanex containershold

30-gallon plastic bags.

BUMPER protectsfront end oftractor from damage.

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available, plus

accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover,

protective mat and dolly.

CORING AERATOR takes small plugsout ofsoilto allowmois-

ture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 36-inch swath. 24

hardened steel coringtips. 150 lb. capacityweight tray.

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oilchanges easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters infront ofmowerdecktoreduce

chances of =scalping" on uneven terrain.

GANG HITCH letsyoutow2or3 pull-behindattachmentsatonce,

suchas sweepers,dethatchers,aerators(notfor usewithrollers,

carts or other heavy attachments).

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce

chances of=scalping"onuneventerrain. Formowerdecksnotso

equipped.

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosenssoiland flips thatchand

mattedleaves tolawnsurfaceforeasy pickup. Twentyspringtine

teeth. Usefultoprepare bareareasforseeding. Availableforfront

or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION

SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and

tosses thatch intolarge hopper. Mountsbehindtractor.

MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, letsyou

mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without

changingblades. For modelsnot equippedas3-in-1 Convertible

mowers. See "MOWER in the Repair Parts section of this

manual.

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractorfroma

pickuptruck. Usewith 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber.

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch

diameter water-tightdrumholdsupto390Ibs.of weight,Rounded

edges prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum.

SNOW BLADE forsnowremovalonly. 14-inchhigh,48-inchwide

bladeclears42-inchpathwhenangledleftorfight. Raises,lowers

withsidelever. Ad ustableskids; replaceable, reversiblescraper

bar. (Use witht recha nsand wbeelwe ghtsand/or reardrawbar

weight.)

SNOWTHROWER has40-inchswath. Drum-typeaugerhandles

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

arrangement. Dischargechuteadjustsfrom tractorseat. 6-inch

diameter spoutdischargessnow 10 to50 feet. Liffcontrolledat

tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear

drawbar weight.)

SPRAYERS use 12-voltDC electric motorthat connectsto the

tractor battery or other t2-voit source. Includes booms for

automaticsprayingand handheld wandforspotspraying.Wand

has adjustable spray pattern. For applyingherbicides, insecti-

cides,fungicidesand liquidfertilizers.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding,fertilizing, andweed kill-

ing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also usefulfor granularde-

icersand sand.

SWEEPERS letyou collectgrass clippingsand leaves.

TILLER has5 hpengineand36-inchswathtoprepareseed beds,

cultivateand compostgarden residue. Tiller hasits own built-in

liftanddepthcontrolsystemanddoesNOT requireasleevehitch.

Fitsanylawn,yardorgardentractor. Simplyhookuptothetractor

drawber and go! Optional accessories convert unit for

dethatching,aerating, hilling...withouttools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty;closely Spacedextra-largecross

linksgivesmooth fide, outstandingtraction.

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinylfabric over tubular steel

frame, ABSplastictop;clearplasticwindshieldoffers360degree

visibility. Hinged metal doors withcatch. Keeps operatorwarm

and dry. Remove vinyl sides and windshieldsfor use as sun

protectorin summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/

temperedsolidsafetyglasswindshieldwithhand operatedwiper;

12-voltamber caution lightfor mounting on cabtop.

VACS for powerfulcollectionofheavygrassclippingsandleaves.

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach

places. VAC/CHIPPER includesa chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removalapplications.

Uses (1) 55 Ib. weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed tractionfor

snowremovalor dozingheavy materials.

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher 3/8

1;:He':x:Bo;:t:5:i:16:::;:8x1-I/4(1)Locknut 5/16-18

(1) Shoulder (1) Hex Bolt

Bolt 5/16-18 1/2-13 x I

(1) Washer _.

17/32 x

1-3/16.x 12

Gauge (1) Lock Washer 1/2

__._ (2) (2) Screws

Lock

#10 x 5/8

Was%

| __J }(2) V_/ashers

_i= / 3/16 x 3/4

x 16 Gauge

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

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

12)LockWashers 1/4

Parts packed separately in carton

Steering

Wheel

Manual

Seat

Steering

Boot

Video

Cassette

Mulcher

Plate

Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

(_(2) Washers 3/8

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

(2) Gauge

Q Wheels

_ (2) Center-

Steering Wheel lockNuts

Adapter (2) Keys

Assemblys

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Slope Sheet

Steering

Extension

Shaft

ASSEMBLY

Your new tractorhasbeen assembledat thefactorywithexceptiono4those partsleft unassembledfor shippingpurposes.

To ensuresafe and properoperationofyourtractorallpartsand hardwareyou assemble mustbetightenedsecurely. Use

the correcttoolsas necessaryto insurepropertightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Asocketwrenchset willmake assemblyeasier. Standard

wrenchsizes are listed.

(1) 3/4" Socketw/drive rachet

(2) 7/16" wrenches PhillipsScrewdriver

(2) 1/2" wrenches Tire pressuregauge

(1) 9/16" wrench Utilityknife

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position(seated

behindthe steeringwheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessiblelooseparts and partscartons

from carton(See page 6).

Cut, from topto bottom,along linesonall four corners

of carton,and lay panelsflat.

Check for any additional loose parts or cartonsand

remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATFACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

• Slideextension shaftonto lower steeringshaft. Align

mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely,

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELYTO

18-22 FT, LBS TORQUE.

• Place tabsof steeringboot over tab slotsindash and

pushdownto secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Positionfront wheelsofthetractorsotheyarepointing

straightforward.

Slidesteeringwheeladapterontosteeringshaftexten-

sion.

• Positionsteering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(leftto right)and slide insideboot and onto adapter.

• Assemblelargeflat washer, 318lookwasher,318hex

boltand tightensecurely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel.

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and

grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

INSKIDTHATMAYPUNCTURE TIRESWHERETRACTOR

IS TO ROLLOFF SKID.

__3/8jE INSERT

X BOLT

LOCK WASHER

LARGE FLAT

WASHER

:STEERING'

WHEEL

STEERING

ADAPTER_

EXTENSION SHAFT

5/16 HEX BOLT

5/16LOCKNUT

LOWER

STEERING

SHAFt"

FIG. 1

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation

section for location and function of controls)

• Pressliftleverplungerand raiseattachmentliftleverto

itshighestposition.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position,

Roll tractor backwards off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor.

ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BA'rrERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals byallowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery

remove meta bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

Lifthoodto raised position.

Open terminalaccess doors, remove terminal protec-

tive caps and discard.

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 at6-10 amps.

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

terminal with hexbolt,flat washer, lock washer and hex

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat-

tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

Close terminal access doors.

Use terminal access doors for:

• Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware).

• Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery.

• Jumping (if required).

• Pedodic charging.

DISCARD TERMINAL

PROTECTIVE CAPS HEX NUT

ACCESS

DOOR

LOCK FLAT

WASHER WASHER

PosmvE

(RED)

CABLE

NEGATIVE

(BLAC_

CABLE

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjustseat beforetighteningadjustmentbolt.

• Remove cardboard packingon seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulderbolt.

Tightenshoulderboltsecurely.

• Assembleedjustment bolt, lockwasher and flatwasher

loosely. Do not tighten.

Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

Slide seat until acomfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way

down.

Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

r WASHER

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT LOCK WASNER

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tiresonyourtractorwereoverinflatedatthefactoryfor

shippingpurposes. Correcttire pressure is importantfor

bestcuttingperformance.

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 ofthis manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

Forbestcuttingresults,mowerhousingshouldbe propedy

leveled, See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustmentssectionofthis manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shownfor replacingmotionand

mower blade ddve belts in the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afteryou learn how tooperate yourtractor, checkto see

that the brake is properlyadjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this

manual,

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig. 4)

The gauge wheelsare designed to keepthe mowerdeck in

proper positionwhen operatingmower. Be sure they are

properlyadjustedtoensureoptimummowerperformance.

• Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level

surface.

Adjustmower todesired cuttingheight (See "TO AD-

JUST MOWER CU'I-]'ING HEIGHT" inthe Operation

sectionofthis manual).

With mower in desired heightof cut position gauge

whee sshouldbeassembledsotheyareslightlyoffthe

ground.Install gauge wheel in appropriateholewith

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

tighten securely.

Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

ASSEMBLY

GAUGE WHEEL

MOUN_NG

BRACKET

3/8-16

LOCKNUT

_8"WASHER

GAUGE

_SHOULDER BOLT

FIG. 4

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(See Figs. 5 & 6)

Install two latch hooksto mulcher plate using screw,

washer, lockwasher, and weld nutas shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hookby inserting

weld nut fromthe top with hookpointingdown.

• Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and holddeflectorshield in uprightposition.

• Place frontof mulcher plate over frontof mowerdeck

opening and slide intoplace, as shown.

• Hook frontlatch intohole on frontof mower deck.

• Hook rear latch intoholeon backof mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and ho|d

guard when attaching mulcher plate

and allow it to rest on plate while in

operation.

WELD NUT FROM THE TOP HOOK POINTS DOWN

LOCK

WELD WASHER

NUT_ SCREW

LATCH

HOOK'--..

HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK

WASHER

'_""_SCREW

WELD

NUT

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mowerisnow readyfor dischargingorinstallationof

optionalgrasscatcher accessory.

DEFLECTOR

HOOKS

FIG. 6

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOURECEIVE

THEBEST PERFORMANCE ANDSATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ All assemblyinstructionshave been completed.

,/ No remaininglooseparts in carton.

/ Batteryisproperlyprepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hourat 6 amps).

•/ Seat isadjusted comfortablyand tightened securely.

,/ Alltiresare properlyinflated. (Forshippingpurposes,

the tires were overinflatedat the factory).

,/ Be sure mower deck isproperlyleveledside-to-side/

front-to-rearfor best cutting results. (Tires mustbe

properlyinflatedfor leveling).

,/ Check mower anddrivebelts. Besuretheyare routed

properlyaround pulleysand insideall belt keepers.

,/ Check wiring. See thatallconnectionsarestillsecure

and wires are properlyclamped.

WHILELEARNING HOW TOUSE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TOTHE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

•/ Engine oil isat properlevel

,/ Fuel tank is filledwith fresh,clean, regularunleaded

gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls- their locationand

function. Operate them beforeyou startthe engine.

/ Be sure brake system isin safe operatingcondition.

FIG. 5

OPERATION

These symbolsmay appearOnyourtractororinliteraturesuppliedwiththe product. Learnand understandtheirmeaning.

BATFERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

L R N H L

i REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

MOWER LIFT A'I-I'ACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

HYDROSTATIC FREEWHEEL

(Hydro Modelsonly)

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare theillustrationswithyourtractortofamiliarizeyourselfwiththelocationsofvanouscontrolsandadjustments. Save

this manual for futurereference.

ATTACHMENT IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH

CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH POSITION

AMMETER

CHOKE t

LIFT LEVER

THROTTLE

CONTROL

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

PARKING BRAKE

GEARSHIFT

FIG. 7

Our tractors conformtothe safetystandardsofthe American NationalStandards Institute.

ATFACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Tums the headlightson and off.

THROTFLE CONTROL: Used tocontrolengine speed.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when startinga coldengine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Usedfordeclutchingand brak-

ingthe tractorand startingtheengine.

PARKING DRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selectsthe speed and directionof

tractor.

A'I-rACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Usedto raiseand lowerthe

mowerdeckor otherattachmentsmountedtoyourtractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachmentlift

leverwhen changing itsposition.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for startingand stoppingthe

engine.

HEIGHTADJUSTMENT KNOB: Usedtoadjustthemower

cuttingheight.

AMMETER: Indicatesbatterycharging(+) ordischarging

(-).

OPERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can

reauItIn severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your

tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend s wide vision safety mask

over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

Yourtractorisequippedwithanoperatorpresencesensing

switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

operatorto leave the seat withoutfirst setting the parking

brake willshut offthe engine.

• Depressclutch/brakepedalintofull =BRAKE" position

and hold.

Placeparkingbrake lever in=ENGAGED"positionand

releasepressurefromclutch/brakepedal.Pedalshould

remainin=BRAKE"position.Make sureparkingbrake

willholdtractorsecure.

THROTTLE

CONTROL

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

CHOKE "DISENGAGED"

CONTROL POSITION

PAR_NGBRAKE

"BRAKE"

POSITION POSITION

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

"DISENGAGED"

POSmON

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

"DRIVE"POSDON

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

FIG. 8

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

,, Move attachmentclutchlever to=DISENGAGED" po-

sition.

GROUND DRIVE -.

• Depress clutch/brakepedal intofuit"BRAKE"position.

Move gearshift leverto neutral (N) position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttleControltoslow position.

NOTE: Failuretomovethrottlecontroltoslowposition and

allowingengine toidlebeforestoppingmay cause engine

to "backfire".

Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" positionand remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractorto prevent

unauthorizeduse.

Never usechoke to stopengine.

NOTE: Under certainconditions when tractor isstanding

idlewiththeengine running,hotengineexhaustgasesmay

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stopenginewhen stoppingtrectoron grassareas. 12

{_ CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, asdescribed above, beforeleav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Alwaysoperate engine at fullthrottle.

Operatingengineat lessthan fullthrottlereducesthe

batterychargingrate.

• Fullthrottleoffersthe bestbaggingand mowerpedor-

mance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig, 8)

Usechokecontrolwheneveryouarestartinga coldengine.

Do not useto starta warm engine.

• To engage choke control,pullknobout. Slowlypush

knobinto disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 8)

The directionand speed of movement,iscontrolledbythe

gearshift lever.

Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neut_l (N) position.

• Move gearshiftand rangeshiftleversto desiredposi-

tion.

• Slowly release clutchibreke pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 8)

The cuttingheightiscontrolledbyturningtheheightadjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise(f_() to raisecuttingheight.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (_)to lowercutting

height.

The cuttingheightrangeisapproximately 1-1/2" to4". The

heights are measuredfrom the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights are approximate

and may vary depending upon soilconditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should becut to approximately 2-1/2

inches duringthe cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cuttingpedormance grassover 6 inches in

height shouldbe mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the secondto desired height.

OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9)

Yourtractorisequippedwithanoperatorpresencesensing

switch. Any attemptbythe operatorto leave the seat with

theengine runningand theattachmentclutchengagedwill

shut offthe engine.

• Select desired heightof cut.

• Lowermower withattachment liftcontrol.

Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengageattachment

clutchcontrol

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

AI"rACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" POSITION "ENGAGED"

POSITION ATrACHMENT

_,_ / / LIFT LEVER

_\ )_ / / HIGH POSITION

gwiTI°N

FIG. 9

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

I _ CAUTION: Do not drive up or down I

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

Choose the slowestspeed before startingup ordown

hills.

Avoidstoppingorchangingspeed on hills.

Ifslowingis necessary,move throttlecontrolleverto

slowerposition.

Ifstoppingisabsolutelynecessary,pushclutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement.

• TOrestartmovement,slowlyreleaseparkingbrakeand

clutch/brakepedal.

• Make allturnsslowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highestpositionwith attach-

ment liftcontrol.

When pushingortowingyourtractor,besuregearshift

lever is in neutral(N) position.

• Do not pushor towtractorat more than five(5) MPH.

NOTE: To protecthoodfrom damage whentransporting

yourtractoronatruckor atrailer,besurehoodisclosedand

securedtotractor. Useanappropriatemeansoftyinghood

totractor(rope, cord,etc.).

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15)

The engineinyourtractor hasbeen shipped,fromthe

factory,alreadyfilledwith summerweightoil.

• Check engine oilwithtractoron level ground.

• Remove oilfillcap/dipstickandwipeclean,reinsertthe

dipstickand screwcap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary,add oiluntil

"FULL"markon dipstickis reached. Do notoverfill.

• Forcoldweather operationyou shouldchangeoilfor

easier starting(See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART"in the

Customer Responsibilitiessectionofthismanual).

• To change engineoil,see the CustomerResponsibili-

ties sectionin thismanual.

ADD GASOLINE

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

gasolinewithaminimumof87octane. (Useof leaded

gasolinewillincreasecarbon and lead oxidedeposits

and reducevalve life). Do not mix oilwith gasoline.

Purchasefuel in quantitiesthatcan be usedwithin30

daystoassure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW32°F(0°C), USEFRESH, CLEANWINTERGRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasehol or using ethanol or methanol) cart

attract moisturewhichleadstoseparationandformation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems,thefuel system shouldbe emptiedbeforestor-

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

engineand letitrun untilthefuel linesand carburetorare

empty. Use freshfuel nextseason. See StorageInstruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetorcleaner productsinthe fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank |

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe offany

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

When startingthe engine for the firsttimeor ifthe engine

hasrunoutof fuel, it willtake extra crankingtimeto move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

Move attachmentclutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

Pull choke control out for a cold engine startattempt.

For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may

not be needed.

Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

Insertkeyinto ignitionandtum keyclockwiseto=START"

position and release key as soon asengine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-

onds per minute. If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few

minutes and try again. If enginestill does notstart, pull

the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° Fand above)

• When engine starts, slowlypushchoke controlin until

the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts

to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a

few seconds and then continue to push the control in

slowly.

• Theattachmentsandgrounddrive cannowbe used. If

the enginedoes notacceptthe load,restart the engine

and allow itto warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WE.ATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

• When engine starts,slowly push chokecontrolin until

the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push

thechoke controlin smallstepsallowingthe engineto

accept small changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in, If the engine starts to run

roughly,pull the choke controlout slightlyfor a few

seconds and then continue to push the control in

slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period

from several seconds to severa/minutes, depending

on the temperature.

• The attachments can be used dudng theenginewarm-

up period and may require the chokecontrol be pulled

out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetorfuel mixture may

need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments

sectionofthis manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Tirechainscannotbeusedwhenthemowerhousingis

attachedto tractor.

• Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing

performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in

theService and Adjustmentssectionof thismanual.

• The left hand sideof mower shouldbe used fortdm-

ming.

Drive so that clippingsare dischargedontothe area

thathasbeen cut. Have thecutareatothe rightofthe

tractor. This will resultin a moreeven distributionof

clippingsand more uniformcutting.

When mowing large areas, startbyturning to the right

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the oppositedirectionmakingleft hand turnsuntil

finished (See Fig. 10 ).

If grass is extremelytall, it,should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible Tirehazard from dded clip-

pings. Make first cutrelatively high; the second to the

desired height.

Do not mow grass when it iswet. Wet grasswillplug

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 material. 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 greund speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

FIG. 10

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

• The specialmulchingblade wilt recutthe grass clip-

pingsmany timesand reduce them in size so thatas

theyfallontothelawntheywilldisperseintothegrass

and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegradequicklyto providenutrientsfor the lawn.

Always mulchwithyourhighestengine (blade)speed

as this will provide the best recuttingaction of the

blades.

• Avoidcuttingyourlawnwhenitiswet. Wetgrasstends

toformclumpsandinterfereswiththemulchingaction.

The besttimetomow yourlawnistheearly afternoon.

Atthistimethegrasshasdriedandthe newlycutarea

willnot be exposedto thedirectsun.

• Forbestresults,adjustthemower cuttingheightsothat

the mowercuts offonlythe top one-thirdofthe grass

blades(See Fig. 11). Forextremely heavy mulching,

reduceyourwidthofcut and mowslowly.

• Certain types of grass and grassconditionsmay re-

quirethatan area be mulcheda secondtimeto com-

pletelyhidethe clippings. When doinga secondcut,

mowacrossor perpendicularto thefirstcutpath.

Change yourcuttingpatternfromweek toweek. Mow

northtosouthoneweekthenchangetoeasttowestthe

next week. This willhelppreventmattingand graining

of the lawn.

.,x,o

14 FIG. 11

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

.A,NTENANCESCHEOULE

F,LL'"OATEB

REGULAR SERVICE CEDATES

Check Brake Operation _

Check Tire Pressure

T Cheek for Loose Fasteners 1_7 V'

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades I_,=

Chart If

Lubrication

TO Check Battery Level/Recharge

Clean Battery and Terminals I_

R Check Transaxle Cooling k/

Adjust Blade BeLt(s)Tension q_#'s

Adjust Motion Ddve Belt(s) Tension _Jl's

Check Engine Oil Level I1 / V w

Change Engine Oil . _1,2.3 _1_

Clean Air Filter _2

E Clean Air Screen

1#'2

G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester I,/

I Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) 1_1,2

N Clean Engine Cooling Fins _i

Replace Spark Plug V'

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Fitter I_

1 - Change more oftenwhen operating under a heavy loador inhigh ambienttemperatures.

2 - Service more oftenwhen operating indirly ordusty conditions.

3 - If equippedwith oil tilter,change oilevery 50 hours.

4 - Replace bladesmore oftenwhen mowingin sandysoil.

5 - If equipped withadjustable system,

6 - Not raquirad ifequipped withmaintenance-free battery.

7 -Tighten front axle pivotbolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum,

DOnotovedighten,

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warrantyonthistractor doesnot coveritems thathave

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To

receivefullvaluefrom thewarranty,operatormust maintain

tractoras instructedin this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properlymaintain yourtractor.

Alladjustmentsinthe Service and Adjustmentssectionof

thismanualshouldbe checkedatleastonceeach season.

Once a year you shouldreplacethe sparkplug,clean

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

Check engineoil level.

Check brake operation,

Check tire pressure.

Check for loosefasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_ SPINDLE ZERK-_®FRONTWHEEL 't-- I1:::::::::::::::::::::

BEARING ZERK

(_ ATTACHMENT" !

CLUTCH

PIVOT(S)

(_) SAE 30 OR IOW30 MOTOR OIL

(_ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

_ SPINDLE ZERK (_)

;.,

(_) REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE"

SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-

lS OERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafety ruleswhen performingany mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

Iftractorrequiresmorethan six (6) feet stoppingdistance

athighspeed inhigbestgear,thenbrake mustbe adjusted.

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

ments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain properair pressure in all tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

Keep tires free ofgasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

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

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

BLADE CARE

Forbest resultsmower blades mustbe kept sharp, Re-

place bent or damaged blades,

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12)

Raise mower to highest positionto a_lowaccess to

blades.

• Removehexbolt, leckwasherandflatwashersecuring

blade.

• Install newor resharpenedblade withtrailingedge up

towardsdeck as shown.

Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

• Tighten boltsecurely(30-35 Ft. Lbs.torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADEBOLTISGRADE8 HEATTREA]'ED.

NOTE: Wedo notrecommendsharpeningblade- but ifyou

do, be sure the blade isbalanced.

BLADE _ MANDREL

IJA°SEMDLV

TRAIUNG EDGE

FLAT WASHER _ _ I

LOCKWASHER !

HEXeOLT.

GRADE,,

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX UNES ON THE BOLT HEAO.

FIG. 12

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalancedbladewillcauseexcessivevibrationandeven-

tual damage to mower and engine.

• The bladecanbesharpenedwitha fileorona grinding

wheel. Do not attempttosharpenwhileon the mower.

To checkbladebalance,youwillneed a 5/8"diameter

steelbolt,pin,ora conebelancer. (Whenusinga cone

balancer, follow the instructions-suppliedwith bal-

ancer).

• Slidebladeontoanunthreadedportionofthesteelbolt

orpinand holdthe boltor pinparallelwiththeground.

If blade is balanced, it shouldremain in a horizontal

position. If eitherend ofthe blade movesdownward,

sharpenthe heavyend untilthe blade isbalanced.

NOTE: Do notusea nattforbalancingblade. The lobesof

the center holemay appear tobe centered, butare not.

CENTER HOLE / /

,. ADE

OR PIN _

FIG. 13

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

BATFERY

Yourtractorhas a batterycharging systemwhichissuffi-

cient for normal use. However, periodicchargingof the

batterywith an automotivechargerwillextend itslife.

Keep battery and terminalsclean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

Keep small vent holes open.

Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour,

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

Remove terminalguard.

• DisconnectBLACKbatterycable first then RED bat-

tery cable and removebattery fromtractor.

• Rinse the batterywith plainwater and dry.

• Cleanterminalsandbatterycable endswithwirebrush

untilbright.

• Coat terminalswithgrease or petroleumjelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assemblysectionofthis manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts fordeterioration and wearafter 100 hoursof

operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-upof dirtand chaffwhich

can restrictcooling,

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high qualitydetergent oilrated withAPI service

classificationSF, SG or SH. Selecttheoil'sSAE viscosity

gradeaccordingtoyourexpected operatingtemperature,

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

_20_ 0o

.30 • -20o .10 _ 0 ° 10 ° 20 ° 30°

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OiL CHANGE

FIG, 14

NOTE: Althoughmulti-viscosity oils(5W30, lOW30 etc.)

improve startingin coldweather, thesemulti-viscosityoils

will resultin increased oilconsumptionwhen usedabove

32°F. Checkyour engineoillevelmore frequentlytoavoid

possibleengine damage fromrunninglowon oil.

Changethe oilafterevery25 hoursofoperationorat least

oncea yearifthetractorisnotusedfor25 hoursinoneyear.

Check the crankcase oil level beforestartingthe engine

and after eacheight(6) hoursofoperation. Tightenoilfit_

cap/dipsticksecurely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 14 and 15)

Determine temperature range expectedbefore oil change.

All oil must meet API service classificationSF, SG or SH.

Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oilwilldrain more freely when warm.

• Catch oilina suitablecontainer.

Remove oilflUcap/dipstick.Be carefulnot toallow dirt

to enter the enginewhen changingoil.

• Remove drain plug.

• Afteroilhasdrainedcompletely,replaceoildrainplug

and tightensecurely.

Refillenginewithoilthroughoilfill dipsticktube. Pour

slowly. Do notoverfill. Forapproximatecapacltysee

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual.

• Usegaugeonoilfill cap/dipstickfor checkinglevel. Be

sure dipstickcap is tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL"lineon dipstick.

OIL _ AIR SCREEN

°I s,s,cK

FIG. 15

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16)

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

Cleanthefoam pre-cleanerafter every 25 hoursofopera-

tionor every season. Service papercartridgeevery 100

hoursofoperationorevery season,whicheveroccursfirst.

Serviceair cleaner more often underdustyconditions.

• Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slidefoam pre-cleaner offcartridge.

• Wash it inliquiddetergent and water.

• Squeeze itdry in a clean cloth.

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

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

If verydirtyor damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

• Reinstallpre-cleanerovercartridge.

• Reinstallcover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove wing nutsand cartridgeplate.

• Carefullyremovecartridgeto preventdebrisfromen-

teringcarburetor.

• Cleancartridgebytappinggentlyonflatsurtace. Ifvery

dirtyordamaged, replacecartridge.

• Reinstallcartridgeplate,wing nuts,precteaner,cover

and securewith knob(s).

IMPORTANT; PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS

KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY

CARTRIDGE.

FOAM

PLATE

AIR SCREEN

:ARTRIDGE

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16)

Air screen mustbe keptfree of dirt and chaff to prevent

enginedamage from overheating.Cleanwithe wirebrush

or compressedair to removedirtand stubbornddedgum

fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 17)

Remove any dust, dirtor oil from engine coolingfins to

preventenginedamagefrom overheating.Airguidecovers

mustbe removed.Removesidepanelsandhood(See "TO

REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" intheService

and Adjustmentssectionofthis manual).

ENGINE <_

COOLING FINS

AIR GUIDE COVER (BOT H SIDES)

FIG. 17

FIG. 16

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MUFFLER

Inspectend replacecorrodedmufflerandsparkattester(if

equipped)as itcould createa fire hazard and/ordamage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hoursof operation,whichever

occurs first. Spark plugtype and gapsettingare shownin

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" onpage 3 ofthismanual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18)

The fuelfiltershouldbe replacedonce eachseason. Iffuel

filterbecomesclogged,obstructingfuel flowtocarburetor,

replacementis required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

• Place new fuel filterin positionin fuel linewitharrow

pointingtowardscarburetor.

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

properlypositioned.

• Immediatelywipe up any spilledgasoline.

CLAMP CLAMP

FUEL

RLTEI

FIG. 18

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign

matter.

Keepfinished surfacesand wheelsfree ofallgasoline,

oil, etc.

Protectpainted surfaceswithautomotivetypewax.

We do not recommendusinga garden hose tocleanyour

tractorunlessthe electrical system,muffler,air filter and

carburetorarecoveredtokeepwaterout. Water inengine

can resultin a shortenedengine life.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

Depress clutch/brake pedal 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 itcannot come in contact with

plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19)

Mowerwillbeeasier'toremovefromtherightsideoftractor,

• Placeattachmentclutchin"DISENGAGED" position.

Moveattachmentliftleverforwardtolowermowertoits

lowestposition.

Rollbelt offengine pulley.

• Disconnectclutch rodfrom clutchlever by removing

retainerspring.

• Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by

removingretainerspring.

• Disconnectsuspensionarmsfrom rear deckbrackets

by removingretainersprings.

Disconnectfrontlinksfromdeck byremovingretainer

springs,

• Raise liftleverto raise suspensionarms. Slidemower

outfrom undertractor,

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19)

Raise attachment liftleverto itshighestposition.

• Slidemower undertractorwithdischargeguardtoright

side of tractor.

• Lowerliftleverto itslowest position.

• Installmowerin reverseorderof removalinstructions.

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

RETAINER

SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

FIG. 19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23)

Adjustthemower whiletractor isparkedonlevel groundor

driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 ofthis manual).

Iftires are over or underinflated, you will notproperly adjust

your mower.

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

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Atthemidpointofbothsidesofmower,measureheight

frombottomedgeofmower togreund. Distance=A"on

bothsidesof mowershouldbe thesame orwithin1/4"

of each other.

If adjustment is necessary, make adjustmenton one

side ofmower only.

To raiseone sideof mower,tightenliftlinkadjustment

nuton thatside.

• To lower oneside ofmower, loosen lift link adjustment

nut on that side.

NOTE: Eachfullturnof adjustmentnutwillchangemower

heightabout 1/8".

• Recheck measurementsafter adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO

GROUND GROUND

IMPORTANT: DECKMUST BELEVELSIDE-TO-SIDE. IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY,BESURETOADJUSTBOTHFRONTLINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

shouldbe adjustedsothatthefront isapproximately1/8"to

1/2" lowerthan the rear when the mower isin itshighest

position.

Check adjustmenton rightside oftractor. Measure dis-

tance"D"directlyinfront andbehindthe mandrelat bottom

edge of mowerhousingas shown.

• Beforemakinganynecessaryadjustments,checkthat

bothfront linksareequalinlength.Bothlinksshouldbe

approximately10-3/8".

• Iflinksare notequalin length,adjustone linktosame

lengthas otherlink.

• To lowerfront of mower loosen nut "E" on bothfront

linksan equal numberof turns.

• When distance"D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lowerat front than

rear, tighten nuts "P against trunnionon both front

links.

• To raisefront ofmower,loosennut"F"from trunnionon

bothfront links.Tightennut "E" on bothfront linksan

equal numberofturns.

• When distance"D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lowerat front than

rear,tightennut"F"againsttrunniononboth front links.

• Recheckside-to-sideadjustment.

FIG. 20

S SM"ENS'ON

UFT MNK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 21

MANDREL

FIG. 22

BOTHFRONTLINKSMUSTBE EQUALIN LENGTH

NUT

NUT "E"

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

21 FIG. 23

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 24)

The mowerbladedrivebelt may bereplacedwithouttools.

Parkthe tractoron level surface. Engage parkingbrake.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in thissectionofthis manual).

• Workbelt offboth mandrel pulleysand idler pulleys.

• Pullbelt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Installnew belt in reverse order ofremoval.

• Makesurebeltisinall pulleygroovesandinsideallbelt

guides.

Installmowerin reverseorder ofremovalinstructions.

MANDREL IDLER

PULLEY PULLEYS

MANDREL

PULLEY

FIG. 24

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 25)

Yourtractoris equippedwith an adjustablebrake system

whichismounted on the rightsideof the transaxle.

Iftractorrequiresmore than six(6) feet stoppingdistance

at highspeed inhighestgear,thenbrakemustbeadjusted.

• Depressciutch/'prakepedaland engageparkingbrake.

• Measure distance between brake operatingarm and

nut "A" on brake rod.

Ifdistanceisotherthan 1-1/2",loosen jam nutand turn

nut =A"untildistance becomes 1-1/2". Retightenjam

nut againstnut "A".

Roadtesttractorfor properstopping'distanceas stated

above, Readjust ifnecessary. Ifstoppingdistanceis

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

maintenanceis necessary. Contactyournearest au-

thorized servicecenter/department.

NUT"A"

JAM NUT

FIG. 25

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

Parkthe tractoron level surface. Engage parkingbrake.

Forassistance,there isa belt installationguide decal on

bottomsideof leftfootrest.

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

sectionof this manual.)

• Remove upperbelt keeper.

Remove beltfrom stationaryidlerand clutchingidler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt

upwardsfrom transaxlepulleybydeflectingbeltkeep-

ers.

• Pullbelttowardfrontoftractorandremovedownwards

from aroundengine,pulley.

• Installnewbelt byreversingabove procedure.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATORTAB.

ENGINE_

PULLEY

CLUTCHING

IDLER

STATIONARY _

IDLER

TRANSAXLE

PULLEY

-LOCATOR

TABS

UPPER BELT

KEEPER

FIG. 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND AD-

JUSTMENT (See Figs. 27 and 28)

Thetransaxleshouldbeinneutralwhenthegear shiftlever

isinthe neutral(N) (lockgate)position.The adjustmentis

preset at the factory; however, ifadjustment is needed,

proceed as follows:

• Make sure transaxleisin neutral (N).

• Loosentwo Iocknutson tie rod.

Turn center rod untilgearshift lever falls intoneutral

lock gate on fender console.

• Tighten Iocknutssecurely.

LOCK GATE

FIG. 27

LOCKNUTS

_ CENTER ROD

TIE ROD -'n

FIG. 28

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Ifsteedng wheel crossbarsare not horizontal (leftto right)

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions inthe Assembly

section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on

yourtractor. If damage has occurredto affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized

servicecenter/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 29)

• Blockup axle securely.

Removeaxlecover,retainingringand washerstoallow

wheel removal(rearwheel containsa squarekey- Do

notlose).

• Repairtire and reassemble.

On rearwheels only: aligngroovesin rearwheel hub

and axle. Insertsquarekey.

Replace washers and snap retainingringsecurelyin

axle groove.

• Replace axlecover.

NOTE: To sealtire puncturesand preventflattires due to

slowleaks, tiresealant may be purchasedfrom yourlocal

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING __

AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY (REAR

WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 29

TO START ENGINE WITHA WEAK BA'n'ERY

(See Fig. 30)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ateexplosive gases. Keepsparks,flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery istoo weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

TO A'I-FACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

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

against chassis.

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 good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully

chargedbattery.

23 " RED cable lastfrom both batteries.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE

"POSITIVE" (+) "NEGATIVE" (-)

L.H. PANEL

BOLT

FIG. 30

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pullbulbholderout of the hole inthe backsideof the

grill.

Replace bulbin holderand pushbulb holdersecurely

backintothe holein the backsideof the grill.

• Closehood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Looseor damaged wiringmay cause yourtractorto run

poorly,stoprunning,or preventitfrom starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Partssectionof this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replacewith 30 amp automotive-typeplug-infuse. The

fuse holderis locatedbehindthe dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 31)

• Raise hood.

Unsnap headlightwire connector.

Standinfrontoftractor. Grasphoodat sides,tilttoward

engine and liftoffoftractor.

To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOODHEADLIGH T

ECTOR

FIG. 31

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 32)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustmentshouldnotbe necessary.Checkadjustmentas

describedbelowbeforelooseningcable. If adjustmentis

necessary,proceedas follows:

• Withenginenot running,movethrottlecontrollever to

fast position.

• Check thatswivelisagainstsideofquarter circle. Ifit

is not,loosencable clamp screw and pullcable back

until swivel is against quarter circle. Tighten cable

clamp screwsecurely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 33)

The choke control has been preset at the factory and

adjustmentshouldnotbe necessary.Checkadjustmentas

describedbelowbefore loosening cable. Ifadjustmentis

necessary,proceedas follows:

• With engine notrunning,movechoke control(located

on dash panel)to full choke position.

Remove air cleanercover,filter and cartridgeplateto

expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the

CustomerResponsibilitiessectionof thismanual).

• Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing

clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is

completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se-

curely.

Reassembleair cleaner.

QUARTER ' (

CIRCLE

SWIVEL

FIG. 32

CLAMP

SCREW

LEVER

FIG. 33

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Figs. 34 &

35)

The carburetorhas been preset at thefactory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust-

ment may be requiredtocompensatefor differencesinfuel,

temperature,altitudeor load. Ifthecarburetordoesneed

adjustment,proceed as follows:

In general, turning the mixture screw in (clockwise)de-

creasesthesupplyoffuel totheenginegivinga leanerfuel/

air mixture. Turningthe mixturescrewout (counterclock-

wise) increasesthe supply offuel to the engine givinga

richerfuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

PRELIMINARY SETI'ING -

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

control cable and choke are adjusted properly (see

above).

Withengine offturn idle mixture screwin (clockwise)

closingitfinger tightand then turnout (counterclock-

wise) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns.

FINAL SETTING -

• Startengine andallowto warmforfive minutes. Make

final ad ustmentswithengine runningandshift/motion

controllever in neutral(N) positon.

• Withthrottlecontrol lever inslow position,holdthrottle

lever against idle speed screw and adjustidlespeed

screwto obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.

While still holding throttle lever against idle speed

screw, turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) until

engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) until engine runs rough. Turn screw to a point

midway between those two positions.

Continue to holdthrottle lever against idle speedscrew

and ad ust idlespeed screwto obtain 900to 1200 RPM.

Re ease thrott e ever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttlecontrol leverfrom slowtofast position.If

engine hesitatesor dies, turn idle mixturescrew out

(counterclockwise)1/8turn. Repeat testandcontinue

to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates

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 THINKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS,

IDLE SPEED

SCREW

IDLE MIXTURE

SCREW

LEVER

FIG. 34

LEVER SCREW

FIG. 35

STORAGE

ENGINE

Immediatelyprepare yourtractorfor storageat the end of

theseason or ifthe tractorwillnot be usedfor 30 days or

more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When

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

oughly, remove an dirt, grease, leaves, etc, Store in a

clean, dry area.

,.. CleanenUretractor(See=CLEANING"intheCustomer

Responsibilities sectionof this manual).

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

placement instructionsin the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

sectionof this manual.

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

fastened. Inspectmovingpartsfordamage,breakage

and wear. Replace ifnecessary.

• Touch up all rustedor chipped paintsurfaces;sand

lightlybefore painting.

BA'n'ERY

Fully charge the battery for storage.

After a pedod of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

To help prevent corrosion and power leakage dudng

long periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected andbatterycleaned thoroughly (see"TO

CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual). "

After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cableswhere they cannot come in contactwith battery

terminals.

• Besure batterydrain tube issecurelyattached.

• If battery is removed from tractorfor storage,do not

storebattery directlyon concreteor damp surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Drainthe fuel tank.

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

carburetor are empty.

• Never useengine orcarburetorcleaner products inthe

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel nextseason.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizingthe formation offuel gum depositsduringstor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratiofound on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutesafter adding

stabilizertoaflowthestabilizertoreachthecarburetor.Do

notdrainthegastankandcarburetorifusingfuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drainoil (with enginewarm)and replacewithcleanengine

oil. (See =ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

sectionofthismanual).

CYLINDERS

• Remove sparkplug(s).

Pourone ounceof oilthroughspark plug hole(s)into

cylinder(s).

• Turnignitionkeyto"START" positionfora few seconds

to distdbuteoIL

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not storegasolinefrom one season toanother.

• Replace your gasolinecan ifyour can startsto rust.

Rustand/ordirtin yourgasolinewillcause problems.

• If possible,store your tractorindoorsand cover it to

give protectionfrom dust and dirt.

Coveryourtractorwitha suitableprotectivecoverthat

does not retainmoisture. Do notuseplastic. Plastic

cannotbreathewhichallowscondensationtoform and

willcauseyourtractorto rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

CAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEM

Will notstart

Hard to start

Engine wig not turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

1. Out offuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirtya_rfilter.

6. Dirtyfuel fitter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor outof adjuslment.

10. Engine valves outof adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirtyfuel tilter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel. .

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valvesout of adjustment.

1. Clutch/breke pedal notdepressed,

2. Attachment clutchis engaged.

3, Weak or dead battery,

4, Blownfuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring,

7. Faulty ignitionswitch.

8. Faulty solenoid or stader,

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es),

t. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose ordamaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoidor starter.

1. Cuffing too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in =CHOKE"position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air tilter.

5. Low oil level/dirtyoil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirtyfuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirtyengine airscreen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves outof adjustment.

1. Worn. bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See =TOSTART ENGINE" in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutesbefore attemptingtostart.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air fitter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refilltank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel tilter=

8. Check all widng.

9. See *To Adjust Carburetor"in Service Adjustments

section.

10. Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Clean/replece air filter.

2. ReplaCespark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drainfuel tank and refillwithfresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "ToAdjustCarburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact an authorized service centarldepartment.

1. Depress clutchrbrakepedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3, Recharge or replace battery,

4, Replace fuse,

5, Clean batteryterminals.

E, Check all wiring.

7, Check/replace ignftionswitch.

8. Check/replace solenoidor starter,

9. Contact an authorized Service center/department,

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all widng.

4. Check/replace solenoidorstarter.

1. Set in =Higher Cut"posttionireducespeed.

2. Adjustthrottle control.

3. Clean underside of mowerhousing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap orchange spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refillwith fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor,refilltank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine airscreen/tins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

14. See "ToAdjustCarburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

15. Contact an authorized service centar/department.

1, Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel,

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

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Pooreut-uneven

Mower blades will not

" rotJte

Poor grass discharge

HeedUght(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine .

"OFF"

1. Faultyoperator-safety presence controlsystem.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass,leaves, and trashunder mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. WorrVdamagedmower drivebelt.

3. Frozen idlerpulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed toofast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildupof grass,leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mower ddve belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildupof

grass, leaves, and trash aroundmandrels.

1. Switch is "OFF".

2. Bulb(s) burnedout.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged widng.

5. Blownfuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Pcor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (ifso equipped).

4. Faulty altemator.

1. Engine throttlecootro_notset at "SLOW"

positionfor 30 seconds before stoppingengine.

t, Check wiring, switches and connections. If not

corrected,contactan authorized service center/

department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside ofmower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replece idlerpulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

1. Place throttlecontrolin _FAS'F position.

2. Shift toslower speed.

3. Allow grass todry before mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tiresfor proper air pressure.

6. Replece/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside ofmower housing.

8. Replace mower drivebelt•

9. Reinstallblades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean aroundmandrels to open vent holes.

t. Tum switch"ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace lightswitch.

4. Check widng andconnections.

5. Replece fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

! 43. Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

"l. Move.throttlecontrol to"SLOW" positionand allow

to idle for30 seconds before stopping engine.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

SCHEMATIC

RED

BATTERY

BLACK

RED

) WHITE

IG L(

IGNITION

SWITCH

FUSE 30 AMP.

r ------I

I I

J (_LUTCH / BRAKJE

(PEDAL UP)

N.._K

HOURMETER ]_

(OPTIONAL)

[

I RED

STARTER

BLACK

L WHITE

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

WHITE I........ I t .... ----.--1

I I

I I I _ l-

....GROUND,NG

(CLUTCH OFF) I

CONNECTOR

BLACK _ IGNITIONUNIT

IGNITION SWITCH

PosmoN CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF G + M + L NONE

RUN/LIGHT B + L A + Y

RUN B + L NONE

START B + L + S NONE

J__ SPARK PLUG

GAP

(2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL, ENGINES)

CHARGJNG SYSTEM OUTPUT

3 AMP DC @ 36_ RPM '28 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM

(CHARGINGSYSTEMDISCONNECllED

BLUE I_

LIGHTING SYSTEM _ I l

ORANGE 5 AMP AC, 36_0 _ 'I--_ /

L sRow.

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATFERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

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NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

ELECTRICAL

p16

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259565

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144926 Battery

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

3 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

4 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4

6 STD541025 Nut, Hex 1/4-20

7 7697J Tube

8 7603J Tray, Battery

9 109596X Clamp, Hose

10 145211 Bolt, BtrFmnt 1/4-20x7-1/2

11 150109 HolddownBattery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push NylonBattery Front 114

16 153664 Switch InterlockPush-In

19 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4

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

21 147430 Hamess, LightSocket (w/4152J)

22 4152J LightBulb

24 4799J Cable, Battery

25 146148 Cable, Battery

26 108824X Fuse

28 145491 Cable, Ground

29 121305X Switch,Seat

30 140301 Switch,Ignition4 Position

31 124211X Nut, Ignition

32 141226 Cover, IgnitionSwitch

33 109310X Key, Molded,Craftsman

40 156442 Harness, Ignition

41 71110408 BoltBIk FinHex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2

42 131563 Cover, Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid

44 73640400 Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC

46 121433X Ammeter Rectangular6 Amp

52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop(Hour Meter)

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

70 140413 . Harness EngineB&S/Tec Dual

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,259566

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 159527

2 140356

3 17490612

4 STD551025

5 155272

9 150156X011

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 155936

14 17490608

17 144983X558

18 126938X

20 156437

23 124028X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 145198X558

29 155217

30 151287X558

31 139976

37 17490506

38 139886

39 t 39887

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 146201

54 17030814

55 145202

57 STD552507

58 140547

60 72140605

64 154798

71 73680400

74 STD541437

122 157301

123 152927

140 158418

142 156095

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

Chassis

Drawbar

Screw, Thd., Ro((. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

BumperHood/Dash

Dash, Silkscreened

Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, LH

ClipTinnerman Grille P/L

Panel, Dash, RH

Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1/2 Type-IT

Hood Assembly

Bumber Hood

Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank

Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line

Washer 13132x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Locknut, Hex, with insert 3/6-16 UNC

Gdlle, W/Clips MS-558

Lens, Grille

Fender/Footrest

Bracket, Fender/Support

Screw, ThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2 "rYT

Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower, Rear

Pivot BracketAssembly, RH, Mower, Rear

Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4 - 20 UNC

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga.

Bracket Gdlle Pickoff LH

Screw, Hex Head, Spideriock #8 x 7/6 AB

Bracket Grille Piekoff RH

Bolt FinHex 1/4 -20 UNC X.75

Air Duct P/L 16HP B&S Opp. Twin

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

Dash LowerSTLT

Nut Crownk)ck 1/4-20 UNC

Nut Cmwnlock3/8o16UNC

BracketShift STLT

Screw

BracketSuspensionFront

PlateReinforcementSTLT

BackrestSwaybarChassis

BracketFootrestSTLT

RodPivotChassis/Hood

NOTE: AI(componentdimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch_ 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

83_82

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ........ Transaxle (See Breakdown) 52 STD541431

Dana 4360-122 53 105710X

2 146682 Spring, Return,Brake 55 105709X

3 123666X Pulley,Transaxle 56 STD523712

4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 57 160855

5 121520X Strap,Torque 58 127274X

6 17490512 Screw, Thd., Roll. 5/16-18x3/4 59 140312

8 154792 Rod ShifterFender STLT 61 17490612

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 62 8883R

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 63 140186

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-26 UNF W/Patch Grade 8 64 71170764

14 STD551125 Washer

15 74490544 Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Grade 5 65 STD551143

18 STD523710 BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 UNC.x I Gr 5 66 154778

19 STD541437 Nut 70 134683

21 106933X Knob 72 19132012

22 130804 Rod, Brake 74 109502X

24 STD541237 Nut 75 121749X

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 76 STD581075

26 STD551037 Washer 77 123583X

27 STD561210 Pin 78 121748X

28 145204 Rod, ParkingBrake 79 2228M

29 124236X Cap, ParkingBrake, Red 80 160783

30 130807 Bracket,Transaxle 81 156044

31 127275X Keeper, Belt,L.H. 82 123782X

32 STD523107 Bolt 83 19171216

34 155071 Shaft Assembly,Foot Pedal 84 145643

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 85 150360

36 STD551062 Washer 86 71208

37 STD571810 RollPin 87 19212016

38 123674X Pulley, Idler, Flat 88 12000008

39 STD523727 Bolt 89 154886

40 4470J Spacer, Split °395x .59 90 124346X

41 154777 Keeper, Belt, Idler Fool-Proof 112 19091210

42 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16x12Gaqge 116 72110610

47 127783 Pulley, Idler,V-Groove, Plastic 118 154774

48 154604 BellcrenkAssembly 121 154419

49 123205X Retainer,Belt

50 STD523715 Bolt

51 STD541437 Nut Crown Look3/8-16 UNC

Nut Crown Look5/16-18 UNC

Link,Clutch

Spring,ClutchReturn

BoltFinHex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

V-Belt,Ground Drive

Keeper, Belt, R.H.

Keeper, Belt, Center Span

Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin.

7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine,Fool-Proof

Guide, Belt RH Engine

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge

Spacer, Axle

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

E-Ring

Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865

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

Key Woodruff#9 3/16 x 3/4

Arm, Shift

ShaftAssembly

Spring,Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Tie Rod

Nut, Nylock

Bushing,Pivot

Washer

E-Ring

Console, Shift,STLT

Nut,Self-Threading,Washer Hd 1/4

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

BoltRdhdSqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25

Spacer Be,crank

NylinerClutchingSTL

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

• p

62 44

66 70 13

REPAIR PARTS

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 156483

4 157473

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 156438

11 STD551137

13 154779

15 73901000

17 156546

18 57079 "

19 124035X

20 125884X

22 71100410

23 127501

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133808

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

53 73680600

54 74780520

62 156594

63 STD523710

85 154780

66 154404

67 74781044

68 154429

69 160367

70 74780636

SteeringWheel

Axle AssemblySTMP Dropped STL

SpindleAssembly,L.H.

SpindleAssembly,R.H.

Bearing,Race, Thrust, Hardened

Washer 25/32 x !-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Ring,Klip

Bearing,Steering Column

DraglinkExtendedStamped

Washer, Lock

BearingAxle STLT/GT

Nut, Lock,Flange 5/8-11 UNC

ShaftAssembly,Steering

Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Support,Shaft

Washer, Shim 1/4x 5/8 x .062

Screw, Hex SocketHead

1/4-20 x 5/8

Pittman ShaftAssembly

Bracket, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steering

Screw

Insert,SteeringWheel

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

GripcoNut

Adaptor,SteeringWheel

Boot,SteeringShaft

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

-Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

Cap, Spindle

Fitting,Grease

Nut LockHexw/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC

Nut, Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

BoltFinHex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

KitSteeringAsm Service

Bolt, FinHex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5

Spacer Axle

BearingArm Pittman

Bolt, FinHex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4

Axle,Brace

Spacer, Brace,Axle

Bolt,Fin, Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART

NO,

140123

140551

74760616

19131610

145006

STD541437

124181X

17490616

19131614

155925

121245X

DESCRIPTION

Seat 13 121248X

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 15 134300

Washer Flat 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga 16 121250X

Clip Push-In 17 123976X

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8 -16 UNC 21 153236

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 22 STD541431

Screw 3/8-16xl 23 74780814

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga 24 19171912

Pan Pnt Seat (blk) 25 127018X

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 26 STD551150

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

BushingSnap BIk Nyl 50 Id

BoltRdhd ShtNk 1/4-20xl-112

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

SpringCprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge FigGr 5 Zinc

BoltShoulder5/16-18 Unc

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5116-18

BoltFin Hex 1/2-13 X 718Gr 5

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga

BoltShoulder5/16-18 X 62

Washer LockHvy HlclSpr 1/2

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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DECALS

13 14

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 156439 Decal Fender Danger Sears 14 147139

2 273503 Decal, Engine 19.5 HP Turbo 15 150396

3 151299 DecaIHood Rh Craftsman 17 158215

4 151300 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 19 138047

6 133644 Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom 20 156787

7 150927 Decal Panel Side B&S 22 149516

9 146709 Decal Fender CraftsmanGold - - 138311

10 150333 Decal Cap CNSMR Help LineSRS -- 154515

11 156368 Decal Fender STLT Oper InstE/S - - 154516

13 146046 Decal V-belt Dr Sch - - 161505

- - 161506

DESCRIPTION

Decal Chassis 42"

Decal Mower DriveSchematic

Decal Insert,Hood

Decal Battery Diehard Sears

Decal DeckMower EZ3 Mulching

Decal Battery

Decal Lift Handle

Pad Footrest Lh STLT

Pad Footrest Rh STLT

Manual, Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

2 _ 5,8

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

°.

59192

65139

106222X

59904

106732X427

278H

9040H

106108X427

122082X

7152J

104757X

144334

Valve Cap, Tire

Stem, Valve

Tire, Front

Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided,Service Item Only)

Rim, Front

Fitting,Grease (FrontWheel Only)

Bearing, Flange (FrontWheel Only)

Rim, Rear

Tire, Rear

Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service ItemOnly)

Cap, Axle

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: AIIcomponentdimensions givenin U. S. inches

1 inch= 25.4mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

ENGINE

13 10

I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I

Spark Arrester

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 151273

2 17720410

3 .......

4 149723

5 144069

6 144068

7 138129

8 150176

10 145552

11 STD551125

12 STD522.507

13 27225_

14 13280335

15 13200300

16 STD551237

17 17490624

23 156123

25 145996

26 73920600

27 152927

29 137180

31 157103

32 155971

33 1234.87X

34 106082X

35 17490512

37 8543R

39 109227X

40 3645J

41 139277

81 128861

Control Thret Paddle 32 22

ScrewHex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T

Engine (See Breakdown)Briggs

Model No. 42E707-2631-E1

MufflerExhaust

ExhaustAsm. Left

ExhaustAsm. Right

Clamp Tube DoubleEngine

Bolt5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Sems

Heat ShieldLt

Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 1/4

BoltFin Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

Gasket Muffler

NipplePipe 4-1/2"

ElbowStd90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer LockExtTooth 3/8

ScrewThdrol3/8-16x1-1/2 Tytt

Shield Browning

ControlChoke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

ScrewTT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

ArrestorSpark

Tank Fuel3 50 Rear

Cap FuelGuage STLT

Clamp Hose BIk

Spacer Pad

Screw Thdrol5/16-18 X3/4 TY'I"

Line Fuel

PlugOil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

Pad Idler 1.75 x .75 x .06

Bushing

Stem Tank Fuel

Nut, Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: AIIcomponentdimensionsgiven

1 inch= 25.4mm

in U.S. inches

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MOWER LIFT

29_27

,I I'

,! !'

.I I"

rI I'

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

MOWER LIFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON

1 159460 Wire Assy., Inner,with Plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

6 120183X Bearing Nylon

7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted

8 122365X ButtonPlungerRead

11 139865 Link Lift Lh Fixed Length

12 139866 Link Lift Rh Fixed Length

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 127218 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion BlkZinc

18 73800800 Nut Lock WANsh 1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 Arm SuspensionRear

20 STD624008 Retainer Spring

23 110807X Nut Spring

24 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

25 2876H Spiring 2-1/8"

26 76020308 Pin cotter 3/32 x 1/2

27 126971X Rod Adj. Lift

28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16

29 138057 Knob Inf. 3/8-16

30 150233 Trunnion Infin. Height

31 140302 Bearing, Pivot, Lift, Special

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

49 145212 Nut Flange Lock

50 110452X Nut Push

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

,_'_'_104

105 .,_

106_

10----<

9"-_"

28 \

,18

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144393

2 STD533107

3 138017

4 138440

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 134149

12 129895

13 137645

Mower Housing 54 133943

Bolt 55 155046

BracketAssembly,Sway Bar, Front 56 122052X

BracketAssembly, Sway Bar 58 140086

Retainer Spring 59 141043

Arm, Suspension,Rear 67 149846

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8 68 144200

Washer, Lock 71 142427

Washer, Hardened 72 131870

Blade, Mulching 73 127847

74 121748X

Bearing, Ball

Shaft Assembly,Mandrel, Vented 75 12000029

(IncludesKey Number 6) 76 128903

14 128774 Housing,Mandrel, Vented 77 127845

15 110485X Bearing,Ball, Mandrel 78 154809

16 140329 Stripper,Vented Mower Oeck 79 127498

17 72110610 Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x1-1/4 80 153701

18 72140505 Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18x5/8 81 73350600

19 132827 Bolt,Shoulder 82 142028

20 136888 Baffle,Vortex 83 120958X

21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 84 156084

22 134753 StiffenerBracket 85 72140618

23 131267 Bracket,Deflector 92 STD541437

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 101 136420

25 123713X Spring,Torsion,Deflector 102 71161010

26 110452X Nut, Push 103 19061216

27 130968 Shield, Deflector 104 STD551110

28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x16 Gauge 105 130758

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 106 2029J

30 157722 Screw ThdrolWasher Head 111 155197

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 112 155198

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 113 17490512

33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 114 73510500

34 STD533717 Bolt 115 72110504

35 133835 Fastner,ChristmasTree 116 137644

117 133957

36 131494 Pulley, Idler,Flat

37 19131316 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16 Gauge 118 73930600

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/8-16UNC 119 19121414

41 133551 Rod, Pivot,withNibs 121 143723

43 140083 Rod, Clutch,Secondary,with Nibs 128 153390

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 129 19131312

45 STD624003 Retainer 130 STD523710

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 518 131 STD533710

48 133944 Washer, Hardened 132 19132293

49 155066 RollerAssembly,Cam Follower - - 130794

50 131340 Bolt,Shoulder #10-24Grade 5

51 STD541410 Locknut -- 145411

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

53 131845X900 Arm Assembly,Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm,Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Spring,TorsionBrakes

Guard, TUV Idler

KnobCustomOval

V-Belt

Rod, Clutch,Primary,with Nibs

Spring,Return

Arm, Clutch, Secondary

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

Ring, Klip

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x 1.44

Keeper, Spring

Lever Asm. Clutch Pri PIm STLT

Bushing, Large, Brass

Spring, Mower Clutch

Nut, HexJam 3/8-16 Unc

Trunnion, Adj.

Washer, Sintered

Keeper Belt Idler

Bolt RDHD Sq 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4

Nut

Mulcher Cover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

LatchAssembly, Bagger

Nut,Weld

Bracket,Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket,Gauge, Wheel R.H.

ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 314

Nut,Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt,Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt,Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut,Centeriock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer Felt

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

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

Bolt, RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 UNC x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1-3/8 x 4 Ga.

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

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DANA TRANSAXLE oMODEL NUMBER 4360-122

20 21 45_

REPAIR PARTS

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DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-122

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 160955 Housing,Upper 37 2231J

2 2274J Screw,Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 38 160944

3 134400 Ball, Detent 39 124639X

4 105904X Spring, Detent 40 120472X

5 160940 Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X.482 41 105928X

6 134788 Assy, Kit, Shifter 42 161565

7 108727X V-Ring 43 134394

8 120951X Puck, Friction 44 120473X

9 148266 Bearing, Flange 45 160942

10 2225J Ring, Retaining 46 142678

11 134793 Assy, Kit, Shim, .625 Shaft 47 124641X

12 143697 Gear, Spur, 15T 48 106589X

13 120415X Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.38 X .046 49 120408X

14 142674 Key, Woodruff, No. 8 50 105937X

15 161563 Assy, Kit, Input Shaft 5! 2226J

16 161564 Pinion, Bevel, 12T 52 134401

17 105909X Ring, Retaining 53 2264J

18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 54 160946

19 148269 Seal, Oil 55 160947

20 160943 Gear, Spur, 12T 56 160948

21 138246 Collar, Clutch 57 110071X

22 138238 Assy, Kit, Clutch Keys 58 120952X

23 148268 Bearing, Flange 59 160949

24 143673 Shaft, Intermediate 60 160950

25 2244J Key, Woodruff, No. 61 61 160951

26 105916X Ring, Retaining 62 120961X

27 120470X Sprocket, 18T 63 7294J

28 110070X Spacer, 1.131 X 1.45 X.494 64 108989X

29 142677 Gear, Spur, 37T 65 160952

30 142681 Gear, Spur, 35T 66 120954X

31 124644X Gear, Spur, 30T 67 160953

32 108980X Gear, Spur, 25T 68 138244

33 120406X Gear, Spur, 22T 69 108996X

34 134796 Gear, Spur, 19T 70 160954

35 105925X Washer, Plain, .640 X 1.37 X .061 71 73810500

36 2228J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .046 72 120416X

Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .031

Assy, Gear, Comb., 12T & 30T

Shaft, Idler

Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755

Sprocket, 9T

Gear, Bevel, 36T

Assy, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft

Shaft, Drive

Cover, Detent

Gear, Spur, 12T

Gear, Spur, 20T

Gear, Spur, 25T

Gear, Spur, 28T

Gear, Spur, 31T

Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .060

Washer, Neoprene

Washer, Plain, .758 X 1.25 X .031

Axle, LH

Gear, Miter, 12T, Sptined

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32T

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 12T, Idler

Axle, RH

Housing,Lower

Puck, Friction

Disc,Brake

Spacer, Brake Puck

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Tapping,5116-18 X 2.35

Lever,Actuating

Washer, Plain, .321 X 1.00 X .055

Bracket,Anti-Rotation

Nut, Lock,5/16-24

Grease

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1

552A

615

552

220 ¢_

_ 230

868 _ _ 40 35

42 _ _ _)_::::::z_

41 36 "_" Q_:::_.. 34

_45 219/

534

819

642

'_ 165

643

523

842

422

284A

525

524 o

535

445

2_4 _ 235

537

41t

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1

127 0

108A_

51A

"" " 51

_205

634

_554 52

781

468

_332

1006

1005

334 851

63 _2

337

_635

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 421=707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-1=1

653

783

615A

311

803

801

802

209A 209

414 207_

307

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631'E1

8A 9

572

10A

304

244

305

881

I 1019 LABEL KIT_

lit REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

567

305

307

30L_ ''LI_" _ 307

306A

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 497074

2 399265

3 391086

4 493304

5 493457

5A 493458

7 271867

7A 271868

8 495754

8A 222892

9 27603

10 94382

10A 94830

11 280225

12 273208

271188

271189

13 94565

15 94239

16 394028

94196

19 399264

20 291675

22 94724

23 491180

24 222698

25 498584

498585

498586

498587

26 394959

394960

394961

394962

27 263129

28 498319

391286

29 394306

397158

32 94671

33 390420

34 261528

35 65906

36 26828

40 221596

41 292260

42 494553

45 261368

46 214484

50 213290

51 271412

51A 281412

52 270884

53 93970

Cylinder Assembly 54 93208

Bushing 75 222511

*Seal, Oil 78 95039

Sump, Engine 91 499281

95 93499

Head, Cylinder#1 96 221939

Head, Cylinder#2 97 499172

* Gasket, CylinderHead #1

*Gasket, Cylinder Head #2 98 91920

BreatherAssembly#1 99 26157

Cover, Breather Cylinder #2 102 271607

103 298514

(Used Only on Key #572,

AirBaffle withHoles for Mounting) 104 231435

* Gasket, Breather 105 394682

Screw, Sems 107 499655

Screw, Sems 108 225373

Tube, Breather 109 392673

* Gasket,Crankcase, .0t5" Thick 116 280474

* Gasket, Crankcase, .005' Thick 117 232018

* Gasket, Crankcase, .009"Thick 232022

Screw, Cylinder Head

Plug, Oil Drain 119 94152

Crankshaft 121 491539

Timing Gear Key 125 19306

Bushing 127 223472

*Seal, Oil 161 496599

Screw, Seres 165 94289

Flywheel 187 299146

Key, Flywheel 188 94627

PistonAssembly, StandardSize 291 262683

PistonAssembly, .010" Oversize 202 262684

PistonAssembly,.020" Oversize 203 280997

PistonAssembly,.030" Oversize 205 93971

RingSet, StandardSize 206 94298

207 262337

RingSet, .010=Oversize 209 262352

RingSet, .020" Oversize

RingSet, .030" Oversize 209A 261563

Lock,PistonPin 219 394348

219A 393415

Pin, Piston, StandardSize

Pin, Piston, .005"Oversize 220 222773

222 491282

Rod, Connecting,StandardSize

Rod, Connecting,.020" Undersize 224 94297

Screw, ConnectingRed

Valve, Exhaust

Valve, Intake

• Spring,Valve, Intake

Spring,Valve, Exhaust

Retainer,Valve, Intake

Retainer,Valve, Exhaust

Keeper, Valve

Tappet, Valve

Gear, Cam

Manifold,Intake

.... Gasket, CarburetorMounting

Spacer, Carburetor

* Gasket, Intake ManifoldMounting

Screw, Hex Head,

Carburetorto Manifold

Screw, Phillips

Washer, Spring

Screw, Hex

BodyAssembly,Upper

Screw, Sems

Valve, Throttle

Shaft, Throttle

Screw, FiilisterHead

** Spring,ThrottleAdjust

Gasket, CarburetorBody

Float,Carburetor

** Pin, FloatHinge

** Valve, Needle

BodyAssembly,Lower

Valve, Choke

Shaft, Choke

* O-Ring

Jet, Needle Valve, Fixed

Jet, Needle Valve, Fixed,

High Altitude

Screw, Hex Head

Carburetor Kit

Carburetor

** Plug, Welch

Base, Air Cleaner

Nut, Wing

Line, Fuel, 28" Long (Cut to Suit)

Screw

Link

Crank, Bell

Screw, Hex Head

Nut

Spring, Control,Rod

Spring,Governor

Spring,GovernorIdle

Gear, Govamor

Oil Slinger

Washer, Thrust

Bracket,Control

Screw, Torx_

Included in Gasket Set (495866)

** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539)

*** Includedin CarburetorKit (491539),

and Pump Repair Kit(393397)

.... Included in Gasket Set (495868),

and Carburetor Kit (491539)

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259566

BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

227 491297 Lever Assembly, Govemor 556 93585

229 62199 Washer 562 93853

230 223882 Washer, GovemorCrank, lnside 567 94811

235 224995 Shield,Fuel Spray

240 394358 Filter,Fuel 569 272645

244 230318 Connector,Fuel Line 572 224816

257 93897 Screw, Sems 573 491304

284 94674 Screw, Hex Head 592 92278

284A 94882 Screw, Hex Head 601 93053

304 495469 Housing,Blower,Red 615 94296

305 94786 Screw, Sems 615A 263080

616 491530

306 222846 Shield,Cylinder 634 271013

306A 223734 Shield,Cylinder

307 94930 Screw, Serf-Tapping 634A 491287

308 224774 Cover, AirGuide 635 66538

308A 224775 Cover, AirGuide 642 225008

309 497596 Motor,Starter 643 496700

310 94003 Bolt,Thru 853 93585

311 497606 BrushSet 726 391362

332 230674 Nut, Hex

333 394891 Armature, Magneto 741 262989

334 94731 Screw, Sems 783 280104

337 802592 Plug, Spark 801 394860

355 494705 Wire, Stop 802 497607

358 495868 Gasket Set 803 497604

363 19203 FlywheeIPuller 819 94675

383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug 842 270920

847 495715

391 280197 Body, Pump

392 261395 ***Spring, Diaphragm 851 493880

394 272638 *** Diaphragm,Carburetor 858 270989

414 220680 Washer 859 271025

422 222875 Bracket,Oil Fill 860 261358

432 221377 *** Cap, Spring 861 393397

868 497212

434 223688 Cover, Diaphragm

435 93829 Screw, DiaphragmCover 869 261463

445 394019 Filter,Air 870 213316

468 497908 Screen, Rotating 871 261961

474 393474 Altemator 231216

482 93621 Screw, 877 393456

510 497606 Drive, Starter 881 495901

523 494947 Cap, Oil Fill 955 397882

524 271157 *Seal, FilITube 1005 281053

525 495348 Tube, Oil Fill(IncludesSeals 1006 224901

526 393815 , Hose, Vacuum 1019 498726

534 94823 Screw, AirCleaner 1090 497605

535 272490 Filter,Air

537 271411 .... Gasket, AirCleaner

544 497603 Armature,Starter

552 262332 LowerBushing,Governor

552A 262331 Upper Bushing,Govemor

Screw, Hex Head

Bolt, GovernorLever

Screw, Hex Head,

Back Plate toCylinder

*Gasket, Base

Baffle,Air, Cylinder#2

Plate, Back

Nut, Hex.

Clamp, Hose

Retainer, E-Ring

Retainer

Crank, Governor

** Washer, ThrottleShaft

* Seal, GovernorShaft

Boot, Spark Plug

Cover, AirCleaner

Plate, Air Cleaner

Screw, Hex Head

Gear, Ring

(IncludesMounting Parts)

Gear, Timing

Gear, Starter

Cap, Ddve

Cap, End

Housing,Starter

Screw, Hex Head

* Seal, Cap

Tube Assembly,Oil

Terminal, Cable

*** Diaphragm,Carburetor

*** Gasket, Pump

*** Spring, Diaphragm

Repair Kit,Pump

Seal, Valve

Seat, Valve, intake

Seat, Valve, Exhaust

Bushing,Guide (ExhaustOnly)

Bushing,Guide (Intake, Brass)

Wire, Alternator

Plate, Cover.

Plugand Seal, Solenoid

Fan, Flywheel

Retainer,Fan

LabelKit

Retainer, Brush

Includedin Gasket Set (495868)

** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539)

*** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539),

and Pump Repair Kit (393397)

.... Includedin Gasket Set (495868),

and CarburetorKit (491539)

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch=25.4 mm

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SERVICE NOTES

i i

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

__ perate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I

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

• ally to prevent tipping or !oss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing dlrectmn on slopes.

SEARS

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.259566

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

CRAFTSMAN®

19.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has

its own model number.

The model number for your tractor will be found on the

model plate located under the seat.

The model number for your engine will be found on the

blower housing ofthe engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Seam,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Re-

tail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

• PRODUCT - TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER-917.259566

• ENGINE MODEL NO. - 42E707-2631-E1

", PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you

consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians

specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we service what we sell.

161505 8.12.97 JH Pdnted in U.S.A.

Craftsman 917259566 Tractor

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OWNER'S MANUAL

Specifications

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