Craftsman 917273381 LAWN TRACTOR User Manual

Owner's Manual

JCRAFTSMAWJ

LAWN TRACTOR

17.5 HP, 42" Mower

ElectricStart

AutomaticTransmission

Model No.

917.273381

I_ This product has a low emission engine which operates I

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

Iengine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat

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

Visit ourCraftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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

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

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

AssemblyPre-Operation ........................ 8

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

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

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

Service and Adjustments ..................... 23

Storable................................................ 29

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

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

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

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

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

Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in

material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will

also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During

the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your

home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). Foryour conve-

nience, IN HOME warranty service will stillbe available after the first 30 days of pur-

chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. Forthe nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this product is within

the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

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

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

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

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

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

or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in the

owner's manual.

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

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

chase date.

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included withthis riding equip-

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery

will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30

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

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

able but a tripcharge will apply. This charge will be warved ifthe Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

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

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

vary, from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine iscapable of amputating hands and feet and throw-

!ng objects. Failure to observe the followingsafety instructionscould result in serious

injuryor death.

_WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

cidental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plugwire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

,_WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

_,WARNING: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed

when on a slope. Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can

lose traction with the ground and cause

you to lose control of your tractor.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

itsconstituents, and certain vehicle com-

ponents contain or emit chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area isclear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine ifanyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point itat anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch fortraffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or un-

loading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related in-

juries. These operators should evaluate

their ability to operate the riding mower

safely enough to protect themselves

and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur.Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

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. If you cannot back

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

not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the machine.

Tallgrass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommend-

ations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a s_ope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, ifpossible.

• Donotmowneardrop-offs, ditches,

or embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do notuse grass catcher on steep

slopes.

IlL CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the ma-

chine and the mowing activity. Neveras.

sume that children will remain where you

last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off ifchildren

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV, SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container Inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never runa machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

otherdebrisbuild-up.Clean oilorfue_

spillage.Allowmachine tocoolbefore

storing.

* Stop and inspecttheequipmentifyou

strikean object.Repair,ifnecessary,

beforerestarting.

• Never make adjustmentsorrepairswith

theenginerunning.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Ad-

just and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine ifanyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (150 Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you willnot have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse and

back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 1.25 Gallons

Capacity Unleaded

and Type: Regular

OilType SAE 30 (above 32°F)

API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: 3.0 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

GAP: .030")

Ground Speed Forward: 5.2

(MPH): Reverse: 2.7

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 12 PSI

Charging System:3 Amps Battery

5 Amps Headlights

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: UlR

Blade Bolt 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

Torque:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswillenable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and usingyour tractor.

• Follow the instructionsunder "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

gress-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

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

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia Public Resources Code). Other states

may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands. A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest

Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTION

AGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart pur-

chase. Your new Craftsman® product =s

designed and manufactured for years of

dependable operation. But like all prod-

ucts, it may require repair from time to

time. That's when having a Repair Protec-

tion Agreement can save you money and

aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement

now and protect yourself from unexpected

hassle and expense.

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

• Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.

• Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

• Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

• Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts not

covered by the agreement; also, 10%

off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.

• Fast help by phone- phone support

from.a Sears technician on products

requmng in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a

simple phone call is all that ittakes foryou

to schedule service. You can call anytime

day or night, or schedule a service ap-

pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair

specialists, who have access to over 4.5

millionquality parts and accessories.

That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your

new purchase for years to come. Pur-

chase your Repair Protection Agreement

todayl

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information

call 1-800-827-6655.

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of

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water heaters, and other major home

items, in the U,S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-

HOME®

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

1) Locknut

1/2-20 _ (1) Locknut

1/4-28

Steering

Bootj i/_/ IIIIIIIIII Steering

// ' , , ' Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

1/4-28 x 1.-1/4

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

1__1_0(1) Oil Drain_

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Keys

Video Cassette

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. Toensure safe and proper operation of your tractor

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

as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 7/16" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your pointof

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from carton.

2. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-

els of carton. Remove end panels and

lay side panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACHSTEERINGWHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in ex-

tension and lower shafts and install 1/4

hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut se-

curely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex

nut and tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to rolloff skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolts are positioned over the

large slotted holes in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder

bolts in slots and pull seat towards rear

of tractor,

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as-

semble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely.Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat untila comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving itsad-

justed position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat I

Shoulder

Bolts

Adjustment Knob

CHECK BATTERY

I. Lift seat pan to raised position.

NOTE: Ifthis battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging instruc-

tions).

9rminal

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Followthe appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest po-

sition.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in "trans-

mission disengaged" position (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section

of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holdingdeflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

_bWARNING: Before starting, read, un-

derstand and follow all instructionsin the

Operation section of this manual. Be sure

tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure

the area in front of tractor isclear of other

people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "trans-

mission engaged" position. (See 'q'O

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section

of this manual).

4. Sit on seat in operating position.

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

5. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest posi-

tion.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever in

neutral position.

11. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

.'%

AHI,CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower.

Deflecter

Shield

Mulcher

Plate

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place.Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional grass

catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulching blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires en your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes, Cor-

recttire pressure isimportant for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual,

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

Forbest cutting results, mower hous-

ing should be properly leveled. See 'q'O

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts

in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual. Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor,check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See 'q'O ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we

wish to assure that you receive the best

performance and satisfaction from this

quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

•/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

•/ Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps),

,/Seat isadjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely,

,/All tires are properly inflated, (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overin-

flated at the factory),

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling),

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

•/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are stillsecure and wires are properly

clamped.

,/Before drivingtractor, be sure freewheel

control is in "transmission engaged"

position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important

items:

,f Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank isfilled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe oper-

ating condition.

,/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans-

mission purging instructions(See "TO

START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of

this manual).

These symbols may appear on your tractor or Lr_Literature supplied wLththe product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

R N H L I'.,I

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST

SLOW IGNITION

ENGINEOFF UGHTS ON ENGINEON ENGINESTART PARKINGBRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKINGBRAKE

LOCKED UNLOCKED

OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

UGHT

ATTACHMENT A3-rACHMENT

CLUTCHENGAGED CLUTCHDISENGAGED

DANGER_KEEPHANDS

AND FEET AWAY

FREEWHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KEEP AREACLEAR SLOPEHAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER Indicates a hazardwhich,ifnotavoided,

will result In death or serious injury.

WARNING Indicatesa hazardwhich,if notavoided,

could result In doeth or serious Injury.

CAUTION indicatesa hazardwhich, ifnotavoided,

might result In minor or moderate Injury.

Failure to follow LnstrucUons

could result in serious Injuryor

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identifysafety Inform-

ation about hazards which can /,,_,

result in death, serious Injury

JI¢

and/or propertydamage.

CAUTION whenusedwithout thealertsymbol,

indicatesa situationthatcould result In damage

to the tractor and/or engine,

HOT SURFACES Indicates s hazardwhich,

if notavoided, could result In death, serious Injury

end/or properly damage.

FIRE indicatesa hazardwhich, if notavoided,

could result In doeth, serious Injury end/or

property damage.

KNOW YOU R TRACTOR

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

TRACTOR

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

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

Attachment

Clutch Lever

IgnitionSwitch

Ammeter

Throttle/Choke

iht Switch Position

Lever Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Freewheel

Control

g Brake Lever

Motion Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment liftlever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the

headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe ]

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

or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments J

or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety I

mask worn over spectacles. ]

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator

to leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in brake position.

Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

tor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Throttle/ "Engaged" Position

Choke \

Control", .Ignition Key

• Turn ignitionkey to "STOP" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use,

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than 'STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause =browning" of grass, To eliminate

this possibility,always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_bCAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position.

Brake Position

Pedal

MotionControl

..i- Parking

Brake

"Disengaged' "Brake" "Engaged"

Position Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attachment

clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal allthe way down.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position,

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttlecontrol

to slow position and allowing engine to

idle before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

I. Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment liftlever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

sured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights

are approximate and may vary depending

upon soilconditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to ap-

proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool

season and to over 3 inches during hot

months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate

growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over

6 inches in height should be mowed

twice. Make the first cut relatively high;

the second to desired height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor isequipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt

by the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine. You must

remain fully and centrally positioned in the

seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equip-

ment on rough, rollingterrain or hills.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging at-

tachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_.CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment .__

ClutchLever _))

"Engaged" _~

Oissng_ag_

PosiUon

Attachemnt

Uft Lever

• High

"_.Y Position

Position

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_I_WARNING: Do not drive up or down

hillswith slopes greater than 150and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tionand engage parking brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position,

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed,

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion controllever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling position.

Freewheel control is located at the rear

drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment liftto highest posi-

tion with attachment liftcontrol.

2. Pull freewheel control out and down

intothe slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Tranemlselon Engaged

Transmission Dlsengaged

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood isclosed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATtACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy

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

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-

move and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULl" mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting ((See the

oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.

Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will in-

crease carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti-

ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separa-

tion and formation of acids during storage.

Acidic _]ascan damage the fuel system of

an engine while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system

should be emptied before storage of 30

days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start

the engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

1. Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

position.

5. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignitionand turn key

clockwise to start position and release

key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine stilldoes not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

above)

7. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm upfor one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and

below)

7. When engine starts, allow engine

to run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs

roughly,then move throttle control

to fast position.This may require an

engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depending

on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before drivingthe unitin cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up as

follows:

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake slowly return

to operating position.

3. Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up.This can be done during

the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

(See '_1"OADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.)

PURGE TRANSMISSION

To ensure proper operation and per-

formance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time.This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstall-

ation before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely in an area that is

flat for approximately 80 feet in front of

the tractor and set the parking brake.

2. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle controlto slow position.With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

full forward position and hold for five

(5) seconds, or approximately 40 feet.

Slowly move lever to full reverse posi-

tion and hold for five (5) seconds, or

approximately 20 feet. After the tractor

moves approximately 20 feet in reverse

return the motion control lever to the

neutral (N) position. Repeat this proce-

dure three (3) times.

Your transmission is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See '_'O

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of

the tractor. This will result in a more

even distributionof clippings and more

uniformcutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the rightso that clippingswill

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns untilfinished.

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MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they willdisperse into

the grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)

speed as this will provide the best recut-

ting action of the blades.

• Avoidcutting your lawn when it iswet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried, the newly cut area will not be

exposed to direct sunlight.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts

off only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy grass, re-

duce your width of cut on each pass and

mow slowly.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and pos-

sible fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high;the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet.

Wet grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mow-

ing performance and proper discharge

of material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used.

MAX 1/3

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across (perpendicular) to

the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

AS YOU COMPLETE ,_'_ _ _,'_'_ _ _'_ ,_'_"

REGULAR SERVlCE J__ RVICE DATES

cChh:; kkBt::; reOsP::ti° rt _

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems V _

R Check for Loose Fasteners ll_ V's I_

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blade, _3

T Lubrication Chart I_

0 Check Battery Level 1_4

R Clean Battery and Terminals _ if

Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Belts V'

Check Engine Oil Level V _ V °

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) k_'l,: V _

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _lr; V*

N Clean Air Filter _;

G Clean Air Screen

IN inspect Muffler/Spark

Arrester

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) I_,;

Clean Engine Cooling Fins Ik_;

Replace Spark Plug _2 I_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

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

_nhigh ambient temperatoras.

2 - Service more often when operating In dirty or dusty conditions.

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

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

5 - Tighten front axis pivot bolt to 35 fl.olbs, maximum.

DO not overtighton.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence, To receive

full value from the warranty,operator

must maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

• At least once a year you should replace

the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

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IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

_ivot points which have special nylon

earings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that willshorten the lifeof the

self-lubricating bearings, Ifyou feel they

must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-

dered graphite type lubricant sparingly,

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See

"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your trac-

tor does not function as described, repair

the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless

the brake pedal is fully depressed and

attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

without first setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never op-

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to al-

low access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade

with trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: Toensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

Lbs.torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Tr_ilieng___ Mandrel__embly

g P -,--Blade Center _

FlatWash__ _-- _v

LockWaeher . Star

_'_-BladeBolt

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-

ening blade - but ifyou do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

• The blade canbe sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructionssupplied with

balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthraaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the

boltor pin parallel with the ground. If

blade is balanced, it should remain in a

horizontal position. Ifeither end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end untilthe blade isbalanced.

Blade

5/8" J

BA'I'rERY

Yourtractor has a battery charging system

which issufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger willextend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers,

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

2. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

3. Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

4. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

5, Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY' in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual),

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and coolingfins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot.To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high pressure

water or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the lifeof the transaxle. Should the trans-

axle ever leak or require servicing, contact

a Sears or other qualified service center.

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts ifthey begin to slipfrom

wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

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NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, they will result in increased

oil consumption when used above 32°R

Check your engine oil level more frequent-

ly to avoidpossible engine damage from

running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of op-

eration or at least once a year if the tractor

is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change, All oil must meet API

service classificationSF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor ison level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1, Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil,

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

Oil DrainValve

Closed end

Locked

Yellow

Cap

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning countemlockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the

cap onto to the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

Forapproximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate read-

ing. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

AIR FILTER

Your engine willnot run properly using a

dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after

every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and

rotate towards engine.

2. Remove cover.

3. Carefully remove airfilter cartridge and

pre-cleaner from base.

4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from falling into carburetor.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge

firmly in base.

6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower

housing and replace cover.

7. Hook handle on cover and push down

on handle to close.

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 cartridge.

Handle

=___ Cover

Pre-cleaner

Bas_ots Tabs

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirtand

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and stub-

born dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Debris may clog the engine's air cool-

ing system. Remove blower housing and

clean area shown to prevent overheating

and engine damage.

Air Screen Clean out chaff and debris

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning

of each mowing season or after every

100 hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-

retor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

Clamp_ Clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with auto-

motive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose or pressure washer to clean your

tractor unless the engine and transmission

covered to keep water out. Water in en-

gine or transmission will shorten the usful

life of your tractor. Use compressed air or

a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and

trash from tractor and mower.

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

rightside of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment liftlever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position,

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and

remove clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

Small Retainer

Clutch

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position,

2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-

tor shield to rightside of tractor,

3. Lower liftlever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with retainer

springs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer spring.

ine

Pulley

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Collar_

prings

(Both Sides)

Deflector

Housing

Guide

Retainer Spring

7. Push clutch cable housing guide into

bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on

idler pulley bolt and secure with small

retainer spring.

9. Install belt onto engine pulley.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or underinflated,

you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

willchange mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edae Bottom edge of

of mower t_ _._._._.._ mower to ground

ground _/

A-[ _"-'_ Ground Line_"'"T_--A

n Arm

Lift Link

Adjustment N

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

side. Ifthe following front-to-back adjust-

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of trac-

tor. Measure distance "D" directly infront

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one linkto same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2"

lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.Tighten

nut "E"on both front links an equal num-

ber of turns. The two front links must

remain equal in length.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F"against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

i_ ndrel

inksShould ualinLength

Front Unks

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re-

placed without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys

and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower"

in this section of this manual).

Mandrel

Pulley

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

rightside of the transaxle.

Iftractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or

paved surface, depress clutch/brake

pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission dis-

engaged" position. Pull freewheel con-

trol out and into the slot and release so

it is held in the disengaged position.

The rear Wheels must lock and skid when

you try to manually push the tractor for-

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to

be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut"A" on brake rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission

engaged"position.

5. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust

if necessary. If stopping distance is

stillgreater than five (5) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Replace brake pads or contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

,._Nut "A"

Operating / r'-'7/_, . . .

Arm ___l= r_u_

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. Forassistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down onto the

input pulley.

2. Slide belt intothe center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idlerand

clutching idler.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keepers.

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Engine Pulley I- __

Clutching Idler _ ,_1

:e_ie_n:p_idle r____ _.

Keeper

Transmission/ r ___/

Input Pulley

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE-

VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

1. Loosen adjustment bolt infront of the

rightrear wheel, and lightlytighten.

2. Start engine and move motion con-

trol lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

3. Hold motion control lever in that posi-

tion and turn engine off.

4. While holdingmotion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5. Move motion control leverto the neu-

tral (N) (lock gate) position.

6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely,

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, ifthe

tractor stillcreeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.

2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction itis trying to

creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor stillcreeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control

Lever

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/

REPLACEMENT

Shouldyourtransmissionrequire removalfor

serviceor replacement, itshould be purged

after ralnstallationand before operatingthe

tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in

the Operationsection ofthis manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars

horizontal, Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact a Sears or other qualified

service center,

TO REMOVEWHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Blockup axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover,retainingring and

washers toallowwheel removal(rear

wheels have a square key - Do notlose).

3, Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert

square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears, Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rotand corrosion.

Washers

Retaining Rin

Axle Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-

TERY

_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-

Lock erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

Gate and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

Adjustment engine, itshould be recharged. (See "BAT-

Bolt TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of

26this manual).

If"jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Yourtractor is equipped

with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one and of the RED cable

to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

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

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Battery Fully Charged Battery

REPLACING BA'I-rERY

_WARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings,etc.

Positiveterminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. Firstconnect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut.Tighten securely.

Seat

Terminal

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2, Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilttoward engine and liftoff of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-

connect the headlight wire connector.

_I_HH eaHdlig°°_tWire

C_nnector

ENGINE

Maintenance,repair,orreplacementofthe

emissioncontroldevicesandsystems,which

arebeingdoneatthecustomersexpense,

may be performedbyany non-roadengine

repairestablishmentor individual.Warranty

repairsmust be performedby an authorized

engine manufacturer'sserviceoutlet.

TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi-

tion. Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

2. Check that holes "A" in governor

control lever and hole in governor plate

line-up. If holes "A" are not aligned,

loosen clamp screw and move throttle

cable until holes are aligned. Tighten

clamp screw securely.

Governor Control Lever Governor Control Plate

"A" Clamp Screw Cable

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It isequipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limitsallowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for differ-

ences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load.

If the carburetor does need adjustment,

proceed as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve In

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix-

ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle

valve and the seat in carburetor may result

ifscrew is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assem-

bled to the carburetor when making

carburetor adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttlecontrol cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SE'I-rlNG -(See 'q'O ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in this

section of the manual.)

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control leverto slow posi-

tion.With finger, rotate and holdthrottle

lever against idle speed screw. Turn

idlespeed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

3. While still holdingthrottle lever against

idlespeed screw, turn idle mixture

valve full travel clockwise then coun-

temlockwise untilengine runs rough.

Turn valve to a point midway between

those two positions. Release throttle

lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

4. Move throttle control leverfrom slow

to fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixturevalve out (coun-

temlockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, ifnecessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust or damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which isfactory set

for proper engine speed. Overspeed-

ing the engine above the factory high

speed setting can be dangerous. If you

think the engine-governed high speed

needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

Lever

Idle Mixture

Valve with

Limiter

immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

age at the end of the season or ifthe trac-

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_CAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for a

period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove

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

clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TER-

MINALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractorfor

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It isimportant to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-

gine and letting it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-

age container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-

buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and

carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) intocylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can ifyour can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-

tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section In manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

1, Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

J8. Loose or damaged wiring.

!9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

! 1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch isengaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6, Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignitionswitch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter,

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery,

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast,

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil leveVdirty oil.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7, Empty fuel tank and carbure

tor,refilltank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10, Contact a Sears or other

qualifiedservice center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery

4. Replace fuel filter,

5. Emptyfuel tank and refilltank

withfresh, clean gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

8, Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals,

6. Check all wiring.

7, Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

I1. Raise cutting height/reduce

speed.

2. Adjust throttlecontrol.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section In manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CORRECTION

Loss of power

(continued)

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

CAUSE

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11.Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12.Dirty/clogged muffler.

13,Loose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburetor out of adjustment

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment,

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildupof grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

from build-upof grass, leaves

and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive I

belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4, Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow,

2. Travel speed too fast.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Empty fuel tank and carbure.

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/fins.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

14. See 'q'o Adjust CarburetoK'

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.Tighten blad_

bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing,

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center,

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section In manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Poor grass

CAUSE

3. Wet grass.

discharge

continued) 4.

Hesdllght(s) not

working

(If so equipped)

Batterywill not

!charge

Loss of drive

Mower deck not level.

Low/uneven tire air pressure.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

Mower drive belt worn.

Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Switch is "OFF".

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission

duringshipment or servicing.

CORRECTION

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10.Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

11. Turnswitch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiringand connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

Engine "backfires" 1. Engine throttle control not set 1. Move throttle control to

when turning at "SLOW" position for 30 "SLOW" position and allow

engine "OFF" 30 seconds before stopping to idlefor 30 seconds before

engine, stopping engine.

SCHEMATtG

TRAcTOR" "MODEL HUMBER 91 I.,_, ""-"

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 BoltHex Hd 1/4-20 uric x 3/4

8 176689 Box Battery Fender

16 176138 Switch, Interlock

21 183759 Harness Asm LightW/4152J

22 4152J Bulb Light#1156

24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga, 11" red

25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga. w/16 wire red

26 175158 Fuse 20 AMP

27 73510400 Nut KepsHex 1/4-20 unc

28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga. 12' black

29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray

30 175566 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Ign

40 179720 Harness Ign

41 71110408 BoltBIk.Fin Hex 1/4-20 unc x 1/2

42 131563 CoverTerminal Red

43 178861 Solenoid

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop

80 180449 Cover Battery Fender

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven In U,S. Inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

2O8

chassis-Laser 4t.stlt_27

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273381

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis Stamping

2 176554 Drawbar

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

5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

9 187846X013 Dash

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

11 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H.

13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

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

17 185682X558 HoodAssembly Laser

18 184921 Bumper Extrusion

26 STD541437 Nut

28 188636 Grille LensAsm

29 174332X599 Lens, Laser

30 188571X558 Fend/Ftrsst Pnt STLT

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support

37 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2Tyt

38 175710 Bracket Asm. PIvot Mower Rear

39 174714 BracketPivotLaser

60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Bqnk 3/8-16 uncx 3/4

64 154798 Dash Lower STLT

74 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement BTLT

143 186689 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

145 156524 Jod PivotChassis/Hood

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder5/16 -18 "l-I"

207 17670508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x1/2TYTT

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

209 17000612 Screw HexwshThdr. 3/8-16 x 3/4 BI.

212 175143 Insert Lens Reflective

278 191611 Screw 10x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

- - 5479J Plug, Button

- - 187801 Plug, Dome, Plastic

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

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

GROUND DRIVE

16_ 52

37 36 35

74 75 drive-hydro.silL72

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 69 142432

Peedass LTH2000

8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 70 134683

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x I CAD 74 137057

14 10040400 Washer LookHvy Helical 75 121749X

15 74490544 BoltHex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr.5 76 STD581075

16 STD541431 Nut LockHex W/Ins. 5/16-18 77 123583X

Unc 78 121748X

19 STD541437 Nut LockHex W/Wsh 3/8-16 81 178140

Unc 82 165711

21 130564 Knob 1/2-13 83 19171216

22 178141 Rod, Brake 85 150360

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 89 188309X428

25 106888X Spring, Broke ROd 95 178134

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD, 96 4497H

28 175765 Rod, Perking Brake 112 19091210

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 116 72140608

30 174973 Bracket,Transaxle 120 73900600

32 74760512 BoltHex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 150 175456

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 151 19133210

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 156 166002

36 19211616 Washer 158 165589

37 1572H Pin, Roll 159 183900

38 179114 Pulley,Composite 161 72140406

39 72110622 BoltRDHD 3/8-16 unc x 2 3/4 162 73680400

Gr.5 163 74780416

41 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler 165 165623

47 127783 Pulley,Idler,V-Groove 166 17490510

48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 168 165492

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 169 165580

50 72110612 BoltCarr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr 5 197 169613

51 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 198 169593

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 202 72110614

53 105710X Link,Clutch 212 145212

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 245 178122

56 17060620 Screw3/8-16 x 1-1/4 246 178121

57 178138 V-Belt 247 181462

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 251 17060516

51 17120614 Screw 3/8-16x.875 252 19131616

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 263 17000612

63 175410 Pulley, Engine

64 173937 Bolt Hax 7/16-20 x 4 Gr.5

65 STD551143 Washer

66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

Screw Hex, Wsh, HI-Lo

1/4 x 1/2 unc

Keeper Belt Engine

Spacer

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

E-Ring

Key,Square

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

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered

Spring Torsion

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

Nut LookCenter 1/4-28 FNTHD

Console, Shift

Disconnect Asm Rod Bypas LTH

Retainer Spring 1" ZInPJCad

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

Bolt RdhdBqneck 3/8-16 x 1

Nut Look Fig 3/6-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32x2x 10Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/16 ID x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Shift

Bolt RdhdSqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc

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

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening

Nyllner Snap-in 5/8"1D

Washer Nyl7/8 ID x .105" Hyd

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

Nut Hex Flange Lock

StrapTorque Lh LTH2000

StrapTorque Rh LTH2000

LinkShiftTransaxle LTH2000

Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

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

NOTE:AllcomponentdimensionsgivenIn U.S.Inches

1 inch=25,4mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

STEERINGASSEMBLY

. ._38

6? 67

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273381

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 Steadng Wheel

2 175131 Axle Assembly

3 169840 SpindleAssembly, LH.

4 169839 SpindleAssembly, R.H.

5 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

8 12000029 Ring, K]ip

9 3366R Beadng, Steering Column

10 175121 Dregllnk

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock1/2-20 unf

13 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Front

15 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

17 180641 Shaft Assembly,Steering

26 126847X Bushing, Link,Drag

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

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

30 STD561210 Pin Cotter

32 130465 Rod,Tie

36 155099 Bushing,Steering

37 152927 Screw

38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel

39 19183812 Washer 9/16 x 2-3/8

40 73540600 Nut Crownlock3/8-24 unf

41 186737 Adaptor, Steering Wheel

42 145C54X428 Boot, Steering Shaft

43 121749X Washer 2.5/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

44 180640 ExtensionShaft Steering

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

47 183226 Fitting,Grease

51 73540400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-28

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

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72140618 BoltRDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace

71 175146 Steering Asm.

82 169835 BracketSusp. Chassis Front

85 133835 Fastener ChdstrnasTree

88 175118 BoltShoulder 7/16-20

91 175553 Clip Steering

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

ENGINE

2 3

'33

r OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

engine-bs.1 cyU 7

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

170545

17720408

4 137352

13 165291

14 148456

16 STD551237

23 169837

29 137180

31 184900

32 14(_527

33 123487X

37 137040

38 181654

40 124028X

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19091416

72 183906

78 17060620

81 73510400

ControlThrot/Ch

Screw HexThd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

Engine (See Breakdown)

Brlggs Model 31C707-0230-E1

MufflerExhaust B&S Lt

Gasket 1 313 Id'rln Plated

Tube Drain oll easy

Washer LockExt Tooth 3/8

Shield Browning/DebrisGuard

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 125 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel

Clamp Hose BIk

Une Fuel 20"

Plug drain olleasy

BushingSnap Nyl BIkFuel Line

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

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

Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1

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

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE:AllcomponentdimensionsgivenInU.S.Inches

1Inch=25.4mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

SEATASSEMBLY

ses_t_lt.knob_g

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 188716

2 180166

3 71110616

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 180186

11 166369

Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman

Bracket Pnt PivotSeat (blk)

BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga,

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut He)( Lockw/Ins 3/8-16 uno

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk ZI

Screw 3/8-16 x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Pan Pnt Seat

KnobSeat Adj Wlngnut

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 134300

16 121250)(

17 123976X

21 171852

22 STD541431

24 19171912

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

BushingSnap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/420 x 1-1/2

Spacer Split 28 x 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr,5 Zinc

BoltShoulder 5/16-18 unc-2A

Nut Hex Lockw/Ins 5/16-18

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

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven In U.S. Inches

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

DECALS

2 13 10

13 6 3 7 7

\ 20

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 156811

2 190927

3 184728

4 184729

5 179128

6 133644

7 184730

9 184899

10 156439

11 138047

12 146046

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Decal, Opar. Instr. 13 186787

Decal, Hood Replacement 14 160396

Decal, Hood, R.H. 15 186377

Decal, Hood, L.H. 16 172331

Decal, Deck "B"42" 20 149516

Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 178392

Decal Hood Side LT1000 - - 138311

Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 184310X428

Decal, Fender Danger - - 184311)(428

Decal, Battery - - 190922

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic - - 190923

Decal,DashPanel

Decal,V-BeltSchematic

Decal,Engine

Decal,MowerHvy.Duty12Ga.

DecalBatteryDngr/PsnEng

DecalChassDisconnect

Decal,LiftHandle

PadFootrestLHSTLT

PadFootrestRHSTLT

Owner'sManual,English

Owner'sManual,Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

2_ 5,0

4,10

wheeU

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X624

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X624

9 106268X

10 7152J

11 104757X428

- - 144334

DESCRIPTION

CapValueTire

StemValue

Tire FTs 15x 6 0- 6 Service

TubeInnerFront#35060

RimAsm6"frontWhiteService

FittingGrease

BearingFlange

RimAsm8"rearWhiteService

TireRTs 18x 9 5-8 Service

TubeRear9 5 x 8 Service

CapAxleBIk1 50x 1 00

Sealant,Tire(10oz.tube)

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenIn U.S. Inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

LIFT ASSEMBLY

.!' I'

I I"

i .I'

lift-rh.lplece_3

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

LIFTASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Washer Asm innerSpringW/Plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm. lift

3 105767X PinGroove

4 12000002 E Ring#5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.

6 120183X Bearing Nylong

7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted

8 122365X ButtonPlunger Read

11 139865 LinkAsm LiftL.H.

12 139866 LinkAsm Lift R.H.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc

17 175689 Trunnion

18 73800800 Nut Lockw/Wsh 1/2-13 unc

19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Beadng, Pvt. Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven In U.S. inches

1 Inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

MOWER DECK

152_ 5

401_

,148

142

,147

.146

106"._ 102 103 105

lOS/_ '. T,_//_ / /_.7:l

lO3r \ f._ J/ /

101/_//104 lllll

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 46 137729

2 STD533107 Bolt 48 133944

3 138017 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar, 52 139888

Front 53 184907

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 54 178515

5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 55 155046

6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 56 165723

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 59 141043

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 67 149846

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 68 144959

(The followingblades are 92 STD541437

available) 101 136420

11 134149 Blade, 42" Mulching STD (For 102 71081010

mulchingmowers only) 103 19061216

- - 139775 Blade, 42" Mulching Premium 104 STD551110

(Forbetter wear whan mulching) 105 160793

- - 138971 Blade, 42" Hi-Lift (Forbagging 106 2029,.I

ordischarging) 129 19131312

13 137645 Shaft Assembly,Mandrel, 130 STD523710

Vented

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 131 STD533710

15 110485X Baarlng, Ball, Mandrel 142 165890

16 174493 Stripper,Vented Mower Deck 143 157109

18 72140505 Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 144 158634

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 145 165888

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 146 171977

21 STD541431 Nut CrownlockS/16-18 unc 147 131335

23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 148 169022

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 149 165898

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 150 19091216

26 110452X Nut, Push 152 169676

27 130968X425 Shield, Deflector 158 17720408

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga. 159 72140614

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 184 19131410

30 173984 ScrewThdrol Washer Head 185 188234

31 187690 Washer, Spacer - - 130794

32 153535 Pulley,Mandrel

33 178342 Nut, Toplock, Flanged

34 72110612 Bolt Carr. Sh.

3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 - - 169583

36 131494 Pulley,Idler, Flat

37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.

40 73900600 Nut Lock3/8-16 uno

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H.

45 STD624003 Retainer

DESCRIPTION

Screw,Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/5

Washer, Hardened

Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 unc

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retelner

Guard, TUV Idler

KnobCustom Oval

V-BOlt

Nut

Mulcher Cover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

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

Bolt, Fin Hex

3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr.5

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-18 unc x 1

Arm Spdng Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

BoltCarriage Idler

Spdng Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring YellowZinc

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

Cable Clutch 42 In

Screw HexThd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 unox 3/4

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

Head Asm, Cable Clutch

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Housing, Shaft and Shaft

Hardware Only-Pulley Not

Included

Replacement Mower, Complete

(Std. Deck-Order separately

mulcher cover componants key

nos. 101 - 106)

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S.inchas

1inch= 25.4mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

150

115 87

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772151 Cover L.H, 70 786196 Spacer .625.765

3 770135 Case 79 792201 Spdng

5 776355 Counter Shaft 85 792154 OUFill Plug

5 778263 Spur Gear 11T 87 788088A OII Seal 3/4"

9 786197 Neutral Sleeve (.572) 99 792141 Washer .3771D.058W

13 778368 Bevel Gear (Incl. 14) (13Tseth) 100 792200 Snubber Washer

14 778388 Bevel Gear (Incl. 13) (13 Teeth) 101 792199 Snubber Spring .471D

15 778373 Ring Gear (54 Teeth) 102 792154 Washer .4371D .078W

17 786139 Ddve Pin 103 792193 Screw, 1/4-28 x .490

22 792194 Spdng 104 792198 Nut, 3/8-24

23 792195 Washer .750 ID 105 780096 Washer ,625 ID ,057W

25 792073A Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 106 786162 Sleeve Assembly

26 792125 RetainingRing 107 792046 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"

28 792035 RetainingRing 109 788104 "O"Ring

29 780065 Washer ,627 ID .091W 113 786199 Sleeve Ass'y (Incl. 157)

31 780189 Washer .563 ID .062W 114 786200 Sleeve Ass'y (Incl.87)

36 790071 Brake Disk 115 786198 Sleeve Assembly (Incl.87)

87 790007 Brake Pad Plate 127 784384 Shift Lever Ass'y (Incl. 109)

38 799021 Brake Pad 150 788098A LiquidGasket RTV Silicon

40 792204 Roll Pin .25 157 788102 OII Seal 9/16"1D

41 790102 Brake Lever 180 730229 BOilSpec. (80W90)

42 792202 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4 182 788103 Grommet

42A 792203 Screw, 114-20x 1-3/4 183 792118 Relief Valve

48 792171 Screw, 10-24 x .500 184 792196 Hose Barb

44A 790100 Inside Brake (Mach) 185 798050 Tubing1/2 x 5

44B 790099 Outside Brake (Casting) 190 792150 Washer

45 790101 Actuator Rod 191 792151 Nut 7/16-20

47 774869 Axle 16.812 200 794787 Differential(Gear Reduction

48 774688 Axle 11.625 Drive)

49 778378 Spur Gear 18T 203 798044 Pulley& Hub Ass'y

56 778379 Spur Gear 81T 206 798055 Disconnect Lever

65 780195 Washer .7501D .062W 207 798053 Mounting Rate

67 776440 Brakashaft 208 798040 Fan

209 798054 Control Lever

210 794788 Hydro Module LH Fender Con-

trol

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 697174

2 399265

3 391086

4 697106

5 698147

7 692410

9 697109

10 697157

11 597113

12 697110

13 690360

15 690946

16 697127

20 690947

22 692125

23 693557

24 222698

25 697159

697160

697162

697163

26 697164

697165

697171

697172

27 697100

28 697099

29 697126

32 692852

33 495856

34 495857

35 691279

36 691279

37 697352

40 691752

43 691968

45 690564

46 697687

48 697761

50 690193

51 692137

53 690227

54 691148

73 697384

74 697987

75 690582

78 691003

93 690602

94 498030

95 691636

98 495800

104 690525

105 231855

106 690577

108 690484

108A 692344

117 694352

,O1+

Cylinder Assembly

Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side)

• Seal-Oil (Magneto Side)

Sump-Engine

Head-Cylinder

•+ Gasket-Cylinder Head

• Gasket-Breather

Screw (Breather Assembly)

Tube-Breather

• Gasket-Crankcase

Screw (Cylinder Head)

Plug-Oil Drain

Cmnkshaft

• Seal-Oil (PTO Side)

Screw (Crankcase Cover/Sump)

Flywheel

Key-Flywheel

PistonAssembly (Standard)

PistonAssembly (.010" Over-

size)

PistonAssembly (.020" Over-

size)

PistonAssembly (.030" Over-

size)

Ring Set (Standard)

Ring Set (.010" Oversize)

Ring Set (.020_Oversize)

Ring Set (.030" Oversize)

Lock-Piston Pin

Pin-Piston

Rod-Connecting (Standard)

Screw (Connecting Rod)

Valve-Exhaust

Valve-Intake

Spring-Valve (Intake)

Spring-Valve (Exhaust)

Guard-Rywheel

Retainer-Valve

Slinger-Governor/Oil

Tappet-Valve

Camshaft

Short Block (31C707-0230-E2

Replacement

Engine-art not avellaple)

Manifold-Intake

Gasket-Intake

Stud (Carburetor)

Screw (Intake Manifold)

Screan-Rotating

Screw (Rotating Screen)

Washer (Flywheel)

Screw (Flywheel Guard)

Bushing-ThrottleShaft

Kit-idle Mixture

Screw (Throttle Valve)

Kit-Idle Speed

ID Pin-Float Hinge

_l Valve-Flcat Needle

Seat-Inlet

Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

Valve-Choke (Choke A Matlc)

Jet-Main (Standard)

118 697492 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

121 697241 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

125 697190 Carburetor

127 695005 Plug-Welch

130 691750 Valve-Throttle

131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft

133 494381 Float-Carburetor

137 281165 ID:_ Gasket-FloatBowl

141 495097 Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual Choke)

141A 495931 Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke A Matlc)

142 697140 ID Nozzle-Carburetor

146 691639 Key-Timing

186 692317 Connector-Hose

187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)

188 691693 Screw (Control Bracket)

192 691986 Adjuster-Rocker Arm

202 691841 Link-Mechanical Governor

209 692208 Spdng-Governor

216 691840 Link-Choke

222 694042 Bracket-Control

227 691374 Lever-Governor Control

231 691636 Screw (Choke Valve)

232 691842 Spring-Governor

238 691843 Cap-Valve

240 394358 Flltar-Fuel

265 691024 Clamp-Casing

267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

276 692255 _l:l:Washer-Sealing

304 698402 Housing-Blower

305 697102 Screw (Blower Housing)

305A 697103 Screw (Blower Housing)

306 697107 Shield-Cylinder

307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield)

309 693551 Motor-Starter

309A ....... Motor-Starter (For Replacement

Starter Motor, See Reference

3O9)

310 690323 BoR(Starter Motor)

311 497608 Brush Set

311A 395538 Brush Set

333 492341 Armature-Magneto

334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature)

337 491055 Plug-Spark

358 697191 Gasket Set-Engine

363 19203 Flywheel Puller

RPM Settings: LowSpeed:1900-2100

HighSpeed:3000-3200

Included In Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.358

Included In Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.No.

121

Included In Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

977

IncludedIn Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S.

inches1inch: 25.4mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273381

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug

404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 868 690968 °+ Seal-Valve

431 697122 Elbow-Intake 876 495877 Kit-PinionSpring

445 698083 Ffltar-AlrCleaner Cartddge 877 393456 Wire-Connector/Alternator

462 691251 Washer (Starter Cable) 896 691641 Pin-Ddve Retainer

474 696459 Alternator 914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)

503 691532 Strep-Starter 947 694393 Solenoid-Fuel

505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 950 691657 Screw (Float Bowl)

510 693699 Ddve-Starter 967 697015 Filter-Pre Cleaner

510A 497606 Ddve-Startar 968 698403 Cover-Air Cleaner

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 975 495933 Bowl-Float

523 697086 Dipstick 977 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor

524 691032 • SeaI-DlpstickTube 987 691328 O Seal-Throttle Shaft

525 697184 Tube-Dipstick 1005 697853 Fan-Rywhsel

544 692034 Starter-Armature 1019 697143 Kit-Lebal

544A 390837 Starter-Armature 1022 272475 _ Gaaket-Rocker Cover

552 697144 Bushing-GovernorCrank 1023 692492 Cover-Rocker Arm

562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1025 692003 Rod-Push(Intake)

579 691028 Nut (Starter Cable) - -- 692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust)

584 697112 Cover-Breather Passege 1029 691751 Arm-Rocker

601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod

514 691620 Pin-Cotter 1036 695700 Label-Emission

616 692012 Crank-Governor 1040 698368 Plate-Trim

617 692138 21* Seal-O Ring (Intake Manifold) 1044 691658 Screw (Flywheel)

634 690801 21 Spring/Seal Assembly (Manual 1051 691265 Ring-Retaining

Choke) 1058 275038 Owner's Manual

634A 690802 21 Spring/Seal Assembly (Choke A 1070 690372 Screw (Flywheel Fan)

Matic) 1083 691626 Nut (StartarTerminal)

635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 1083A 690958 Nut (Starter Terminal)

643 698401 Retainer-Air Filter 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

654 690958 Nut (Carburetor) 1091 691333 Cap-Limiter

691 692407 ° Seal-Governor Shaft 1095 690190 Gasket Set-Valve

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1119 691183 Screw (Alternator)

718 690959 Pin-Locating 1263 697124 Reed-Breather

729 691224 Clip-Wire 1264 697104 Screw (Breather Reed)

741 697128 Gear-Timing 1265 697125 Support-Blower Housing

757 697607 Link-Counterweight 1266 691917 °21 SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)

758 697134 Counterweight 1266A 697123 21SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)

759 697392 Pin-Countarwalght 1267 697575 Latch-Blower Housing

783 693713 Gear-Pinion 1270 697156 Plug-AVS Counterweight

783A 693059 Gear-Pinion 1279 690960 Screw (Blower Housing Support)

789 698329 Harness-Widng

797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

601 691283 Cap-Drive High Speed: 3000-3200

801A 394856 Cap-Drive

802 891286 Cap-End ° IncludedIn Engine Gasket Set, Key.No, 358

802A 395537 Cap-End 21 IncludedIn Carburetor Overhaul Kit,Key.

803 693757 Housing-Starter No. 121

803A 398159 Housing-Starter _ includedIn Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.No.

830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm) 977

842 691031 ° SeaI-O Ring (DipstickTube) + includedIn Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

847 697611 Dipstick/TubeAssembly

NOTE: All componantdirnensionsgivenIn U.S.inches

1 inch=25.4 mm

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1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to e tree

trunk or other upright structure.

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

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

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