Craftsman 917271642 lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

16.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271642

£Z 3

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Foranswersto yourquestions

aboutthis product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.comJcraffsman

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

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

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

Assembly .............................................. 8

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

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

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

Service and Adjustments.................... 22

Storage ............................................... 29

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

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

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if thisCraftsman Riding Equipmentis

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

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any partsfound to be defective in

material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your

Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

productis in the United States.

ThisWarranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs,air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, includingbut not limitedto, damage

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

objectsthat bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

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

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

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

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

contained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines

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

ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service isavailable buta trip

charge will apply.This warranty applies onlywhile this productis in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-

HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

ThisWarranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights

whichmay vary from state tostate.

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

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

throwing objects. Failure to observe the followingsafety instructions couldresult in

seriousinjury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions,to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as

rocks, toys,wire, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear ofother

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always lookdown

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do notpoint it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicatesthat operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor related toloss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can

resultin severe injuryor death. All slopes

requireextra caution. Ifyou cannot back up

the slope or ifyou feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, notacross.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps,

Uneven terrain could overtum the

machine. Tall grass can hide ob-

stacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will nothave to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Followthe manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability ofthe machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stoppingon a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

• Do notmow near dropoffs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel isover

the edge of a cliffor 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

puttingyour foot on the ground.

• Donotusegrasscatcheronsteep

slopes.

IlLCHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

isnot alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last sew them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs,trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision,

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They ere flammable

end vapors ere 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 storethe machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting,

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary, Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation,

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enterthe area,

• Before and when backing, look behind

end down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

notacross.

• 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

thatyou will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do notturn on slopes unless neces-

san/, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to pointout

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In orderto prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_i, CAUTION: Tow onlythe attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specificationsof the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possiblespeed 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

ofyour tractor.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of Californiato cause

cancer and birthdefects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_I_WARNING: Battery posts,terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: 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: 12PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: U1R

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-

ciansand the proper tools to service or

repair thistractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintainyour tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, cadng for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructionsunder "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_kWARNING: This tractor isequipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-coverad land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

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

used, it should be maintained in effective

workingorder by the operator.

In the state ofCalifornia the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arraster for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS sectionof

this manual).

Steedng

Wheel Insert

I_(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

Steering Wheel

1) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

_ Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

t Steering

EhXtaeftns1°n

Seat

(_Washer

C_17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

1) Knob

Slope Sheet

Keys

Video Cassette

Your newtractor has been assembled at the factory with exceptionof those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your

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

correcttools 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 betow.

(1) 9/16"wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 1/2"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

position(seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines

on all fourcomers of carton, and lay

panels fiat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove•

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACHSTEERINGWHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Positionfrontwheels ofthe tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter

onto steering shaft extension.

5. Positionsteering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

_--_3/8 HexBolt

_3/8 LockWasher

ff _ LargeFiat

• _'_ . , Washer

SteeringWheelS

eedng

Boot

Tabs

Adapter-----"--'_

,/,_ ExtensionShaft

Lower ",

Steering _. , J

Shaft _,."""- Tab

-,.. ,,;, Slots

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex boltand tighten

securely•

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor isto roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATrERY

1. Liftseat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: Ifthis battery isput intoservice

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

instructions).

Batten/

Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat

washer secudng seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat totractor.

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 bolt is positioned over large

s}otted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5, Pivotseat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat intooperating positionand

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 its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Shkoulder

Bolt

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing positionto disengage transmis-

sion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual),

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_kWARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor isin a welt-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 oillevel and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel controlin "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

5. Place motioncontrol lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle controlto 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 keyto "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

INSTALLMULCHERPLATE

(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 frontlatch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Mulcher

Deflector Plate

Shield

Latch

_NLCAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place.Yourmower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It isnot necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on yourtractor were overinflated

at the factoryfor shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual,

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor,checkto see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

sectlon of this manual.

_ CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor,we wish to assure that you receive

the best performanceand satisfaction

from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

`/ All assembly instructionshave been

completed.

`/No remaining loose parts in carton.

`/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

`/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

4" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

`/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

`/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

`/Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

`/Engine oil isat proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

,/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

sectionof this manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BA]_ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

i I'.,I 0 0

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

SLOW

MOWERLI_

_r_R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATrACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

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 controlsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment IgnitionSwitch

Clutch

Lever

Ammeter ..... .

Light Switch

J Lever

Plunger

Throttle/Choke Attachment

Control Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake Height

Pedal Adjustment

Indicator

Freewheel

Control Parking Brake Lever

MoUon Control

Lever

Our tractors conformto the safety standardsof the American

National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, tower,and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor end

starting the engine.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and directionof tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used torelease

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal intothe brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL -

Disengagages transmission for pushing

The operation of any tractor can resultin foreign objects thrown into

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety glasses,

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

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 into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal,

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractorsecure.

AttachmentClutchLever Ignition

"Engaged"Position Key

"Disengaged"

Position

Choke

Brake

Clutch/ Position

Brake

Control

Lever

=Disengaged' =Brake"

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutchlever to "DISENGAGED"

position,

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• 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 de-

pressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to movethrottlecontrol to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire'.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leavingthe ignitionswitch

in any positionother than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_,CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

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 directionand speed of movement is

controlled by the motioncontrol lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake and clutch/

brake pedal.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The positionof the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height,

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plungerwith thumb and move

lever to desired position,

The cutting height range is approxi-

mately 1-1/2 to 4", The heightsare

measured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed,

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

coolseason and to over 3 inches

dudng hot months. For healthier and

better lookinglawns, 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 is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine runningand the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutchcontrol.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

withouteitherthe entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Attachemnt

"Engaged" , High

Position Position

IMPORTANT: The motioncontrol lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motioncontrol lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towingyour tractor,be

sure to disengage transmission by

placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control islocated at

the rear drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

2. Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

ete.).

Position

Deflector

*'Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_I, CAUTION: Do notdrive up or down

hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do

notdrive across any slope,

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills,

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow onlythe attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specificationsof the manufacturer of your

tractor.Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose tractionwith the

ground and cause you to lose control of

your tractor.

BEFORE STARTINGTHE 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/dipstickand wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level, if neces-

sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For coldweather operationyou should

change oilfor easier starting(See =OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" inthe Mainte-

nance sectionof this manual).

• To change engine oil,see the Mainte-

nance section in thismanual

ADD GASOLINE

• Fillfueltank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

wilt increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life).

Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantitiesthat can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

a_coWARNING: Experience indicatesthat

hol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation ofacids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_I, CAUTION: Fillto bottomof gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, itwill

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/breke pedal and set

parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

5. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

Ifthe engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control

to fast position, wait a few minutes and

try again, if engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

above)

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 up for 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 controlto

fast position. This may require an

engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depend-

ing on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in 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 dudng

the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used

duringthe 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 "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

PURGETRANSMISSION

_CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommendedthat the

transmissionbe purged before operating

tractorfor the flint time. This procedurewill

removeany trapped air inside the trans-

missionwhich may have developed during

shippingof your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should yourtransmission

requireremoval for serviceor replacement,

it shouldbe purged after reinstallation

before operatingthe tractor.

1. Placa tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling

position(See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

4. Move motion control lever to full

forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position end hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: Duringthis procedure there will

be no movement ofdrive wheels. The air

is being removed from hydraulic ddve

system.

5. Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shut- off engine and set

parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in driving position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this

section of manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start

engine. After the engine is running,

move throttle control to half (1/2)

speed. With motion control lever in

neutral (N) position, slowly disen-

gage clutch/brake pedal.

8. Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet, slowly

move motion control lever to reverse

position. After the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N)

position. Repeat this procedure with

the motioncontrol lever three (3)

times.

Your tractoris now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWlNGTIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

bestmowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustmentssection of

this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

usedfor trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the rightof the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippingsand more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turningto the rightso that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load end

possiblefire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively

high;the second to the desired height.

• Do notmow grass when it iswet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable dumps. Allowgrass to

dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give

the mower cuttingperformance as well

as the qualityof cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWlNGTIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will racut

the grass clippingsmany times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrientsfor the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cuttingyour lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulchingaction.

The besttime to mow your lawn isthe

eady afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

notbe exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cuttingheight so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

• Certain types ofgrass and grass

conditionsmay require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

larto the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

toweek. 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.

Max 113"

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warrantyon thistractor does not

cover itemsthat have been subjected to

operatorabuse or negligence. To receive

full value fromthe warranty,operator must

maintain tractor as instructedin this

manual.

Some adjustmentswill need to be made

periodically to propedy maintain your

tractor.

All adjustmentsin the Service and

Adjustments section ofthis manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and checkblades and belts forwear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixtureand 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 opera-

tion.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

@Spindle_ f'_ -- @Spindle

Zerk i'_: Zerk

@FrontWheel ,-. /

Beadng _ --".......

@Engine,]-_,,,"

@SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL

@REFERTO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricantswill attract

dust and dirtthat will shorten the lifeof

the self-lubricating]bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

)FrontWheel

Boadng Zerk

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

Iftractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be

adjusted. (See =TOADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments sectionof

this manual),

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or

insect control chemicals which can

harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent fiattires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rotand corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systemsare working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutchcontrol is in

the disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt bythe operator to leave the

seat withoutfirst settingthe parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt bythe operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest positionto

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and fiat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt isgrade 8 heat

treated,

TrailingEdgeUp MandrelAssembly

_._ Blade Center/_,_/_.

.atWasher\

_--'-Hex Bolt(Grade)_'_-_,

*A Grade8heat treatedboltcanbe identified

by sixlinesonthebolthead.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - butif you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grindingwheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, butare not.

• Slide blade on to an anthreaded

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. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end untilthe blade is

balanced.

/ /

, /

Blade

5/8"

Center J

BATTERY

Your tractorhas a battery charging system

which is sufficientfor normal use. How-

ever, pedodic charging ofthe battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep batteryand terminals clean.

• Keep batteryboltstight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The originalequipment batteryon

yourtractoris maintenance free. Do not

attempttoopen or remove caps or covers.

Addingor checkinglevel of electrolyte is

notnecessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosionand dirton the batteryand

terminalscan cause the batteryto "leak"

power.

1. Open batterybox door.

2. DisconnectBLACK batterycable first

then RED batterycable and remove

batteryfrom tractor.

3, Rinse the batterywith plainwater and

dry.

4. Clean terminalsand batterycable ends

with wire brush untilbright.

5. Coat terminalswith grease or petro-

leumjelly,

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS sectionof this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-beltsfor deteriorationand wear

after 100 hours ofoperation and replace if

necessary,The beltsare not adjustable.

Replace belts ifthey begin to slipfrom

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmissionfan and coolingfins

shouldbe kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt toclean fan or transmission

whiteengine is runningor while the

transmissionis hot,To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use hlgh pressure

water or steam toclean transaxle.

• Inspect coolingtan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean.

• Inspectcoolingfins for dirt,grass

clippingsand other materials. To

preventdamage to seals, do not use

compressed air or highpressure sprayer

toclean coolingfins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The trensaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not requiredfor

the lifeofthe trensaxle. Should the

trensaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contactyour nearest authorized service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use highqualitydetergent oil rated

withAPI service classificationSF-SJ,

Selectthe oil'sSAE viscositygrade

accordingto your expected operating

temperature.

NOTE: Althoughmulti-viscosity oils(5W30,

lOW30 etc.) improve startingin cold

weather, these multi-viscosityoilswill

resultin increased oil censumpfion when

used above 32°E Check your engine oil

level more frequentlyto avoid possible

engine damage from runninglow on oil,

Change the oilafter every 25 hours of

operationor at least once a year if the

tractoris not usedfor 25 hours inone year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

startingthe engine and after each eight(8)

hoursof operation.Tighten oilfill cap/

dipsticksecurelyeach time you checkthe

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oilchange. All oil mustmeet API

serviceclassificationSF-SJ.

• Be sure tractoris on levelsurface.

• Oilwill drainmore freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitablecontainer.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

notto allowdirtto enter the engine

when changingoil.

2. Remove capfrom end of drain valve

and installthe drain tube onto the

fitting.

3. Unlockdrain valve by pushing inward

slightlyand turningcounterclockwise.

4. To open, pull outonthe drainvalve.

5. After oil has drained completely,close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turningclockwiseuntilthe

pinis in the locked positionas shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replacathe

cap ontoto the end ofthe drainvalve,

7. Refillengine with oil through oil fill

dipsticktube, Pour slowly. Donot

overfill. For approximatecapacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fig cep/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstickcap is

tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL • line on

dipstick,

Oil Drain Valve

Closed _Drain Tube

i ,on

Cap_

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

stubborndried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

coolingfins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

1. Remove screws from blower housing

and lifthousing and dipstick tube

assembly off engine.

2. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry

of dirt.

3. Use compressed air or stiff bristle

brush to thoroughly clean engine

coolingfins.

4. To reassemble, reverse above

procedure. BlowerHousing

Screws_Screws

_ngiI. _ Spark

F_nslng_Plug

AIR FILTER

Yourengine will not run properly usinga

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operationor 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. Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

5. Saturate itin engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner.

6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

7. Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Remove cartddge nut.

2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor. Clean

base carefully to prevent debris from

entering carburetor.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

fiat surface.

NOTE= Ifvery dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

4, Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleumsolvents,suchas

kerosene,are nottobe usedtocleanthe

cartridge.Theymaycausedeteriorationofthe

cartddge. Donotoilcartddge.Donotuse

pressudzedairto cleanor drycartddge.

Cover

' Knob

Cover _. Cartridge

Nut

oom

Cleaner

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever 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 fuelfilter becomes

clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointingtowards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

remove excess oil.

Clamp_Clamp

FuelFilter

CLEANING

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

i of all matter.

foreign

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

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

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side oftractor.

1. Place attachment clutchin "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-swaybar 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 RetainerSpdng

ClutchSpdng_

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

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

discharge guard to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Retain

Anti-Sway

Collar

:::::::: _._.-_Front Link

pdngs

(Both Sides)

HousingGuide

Larg_

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Ad ust the mower while tractor is parked

on eve ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinfiated, you will not properly

adjustyour 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" ofeach other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only,

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

linkadjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

linkadjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each fullturn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottomedgeof Bottomedgeof

mowerto mowerto

ground _ ground

7--A

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be levelside-to

side. If the followingfront-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to

adjust both front links equally so mower

will stay level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cuttingresults, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

that the front isapproximately 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side oftractor.

Measure distance "D"directly in front

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge

of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8",

• 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 trunnionon both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut =F"

against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

_ ._ Mandrel

BothFrontLinksShouldbe Equalin Length

FrontLinks

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced withouttools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" inthis section of

this manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

4. Install new belt in reverse order of

removal

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

6. Installmower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel

Mandrel-

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Yourtractoris equippedwith an adjust-

able brake systemwhich is mounted on

the side ofthe transaxle.

Iftractorrequiresmorethan six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in

highestgear, then brake must be ad-

justed.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operatingarm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

3. If distanceisother than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and tam nat "A"untildistance

becomes 1-9/16". Retightenjam nut

againstnut =A".

4. Road testtractorfor proper stopping

distanceas stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stoppingdistance isstitl

greaterthan six (6) feet in highest

gear, furthermaintenance is neces-

sary. Contacta Sears or other

qualifiedservice center.

With Parking Brake

_ _ Jam Nut

Nut"A"

__Operating

_-_ Y_ C_J harm

Do Nottouchthis nut. If further brake

adjustmentis necessaP/contactyournearest

authorizedservicecenter/department

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parkingbrake. For assistance, there is a

belt installationguide decal on bottom

side ofleft footrest.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER_ in this sectionof this

manual.)

2. Remove belt from stationary idtar and

clutching idler.

3. Pullbelt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

coolingfan blades.

4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around

engine pulley.

5. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine

Pulley---------_

ClutchingIdler --

StationaryIdler

Transmission

InputPulley_

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion controllever has been preset

at the factoryand adjustment should not

be necessary.

1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front ofthe

right roar wheel, and lightlytighten.

2. Start engine and move motion control

lever untiltractor does not move

forward or backward.

3. Hold motion control lever in that

positionand turn engine off.

4. While holding motioncontrol lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5, Move motioncontrol lever to the

neutral (N) (lock gate) position.

6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additionalclearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

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 it is tryingto

creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test,

5. If tractorstillcreeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Neutral

MotionControlLever LockGate

.... AdjustmentBolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallafion and

beforeoperating the tractor. See =PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steeringwheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructionsin the Assembly section of

this manual.

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 aSears or other

qualifiedservice center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (roar

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On roar wheels only: align grooves

in roarwheel 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

fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining __

, ing\

Cover \ L _l'_q, llllB

SquareKey

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

/1= CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

Ifyour battery istoo weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If"jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting,follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATrACH JUMPER CABLES-

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal offully

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES,REVERSE ORDER-

1. BLACK cable firstfrom chassis and

then from the fullycharged battery.

2. RED cable lastfrom both batteries.

PositiveTerminal NegativeTerminal

PositiveTerminal

Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connectingbattery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, dngs, etc.

Positiveterminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove batteryfrom 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 nutas shown. Tighten securely.

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

6. Close battery box door.

Battery

Box

Positive (Red) Cable

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside ofthe grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back intothe hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged widng may cause your

tractorto runpoorly,stoprunning,or

prevent itfrom starting.

• Check wiring. See electricalwiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automofive-type

plug-infuse. 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 infront of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilttoward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

Headlight Wlre

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customersexpense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual.Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttlecontrol has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribedbelow before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke

position. 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"ere not

aligned, loosen clamp screw and

move throttle cable until holes are

aligned. Tighten clamp screw

securely.

Governor

ContmlLever Governor

Control Plate

Holes Clamp Screw Cable

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped 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 limitercap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory end adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. Ifthe carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

Ingeneral,turningidlemLxturevalvein

(_se) decreasesthe supplyof fuelto

the enginegivingaleaner fueVairmixture.

Turningthe idlemixture valveout (ceunter-

dcokwise) increases thesupplyoffuelto the

enginegivinga dcherfue!/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage tothe needlevalve

and theseat incarburetormay resultifscrew

isfumed intootighL

PRELIMINARYSETTING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be as-

sembled to the carburetor when

making carburetor adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted propedy (see above).

FINALSE'n'ING-

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 lever to slow

position. With finger, rotate and hold

throttle lever against idle speed

screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain

1750 RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever

against idle speed screw, turn idle

mixture valve full travel clockwise then

counterclockwise until engine runs

rough. Turn valve to a point midway

between those two positions. Re-

lease throttle lever.

ACCELERATIONTEST -

4. Move throttle control fever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turnidle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat

test and continueto adjust, if neces-

sary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust- damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-9overned high speed needs

adjusting,contact a Sears or other

qualifiedservice center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

S__.. /Thro_le

Lever

Idle Mixture Valve _

with Limiter

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storageat the end ofthe season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BAnERY

• Fullycharge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly(see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contactwith battery

terminals.

• Ifbattery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor,fuel

hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experiance indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of and engine

while in storage.

1. Drainthe fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run untilthe

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 isan acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drainthe 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) into cyUnder(s).

3. Turn ignitionkey to "START" position

for a few secondsto distributeoil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

startsto rust. Rust and/or dirtin your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible,store your tractor indoors

and cover it togive protectionfrom dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective coverthat does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractorto rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

PROBLEM

Wiltnotstart 1.

Hard to start

Englnewill not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

CAUSE

Out offuel.

Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

Engine flooded.

Bad spark plug.

Dirty air filter.

Dirty fuel filter.

Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter,

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7, Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation secfion.

3. Wait several minutes before

attemptingto start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter..

7. Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refilltank withfresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

I716:Check aU winng.

See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service Adjustments

section.

B. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3, Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring,

7. Check/replace ignition

switch,

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring,

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Loss of power

(continued)

Excessive

vibration

CAUSE

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mowerbladeswill

notr_a_

7. Dirty fuel filte_

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Waterin fuel.

1O.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 outof

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence controlsystem.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

CORRECTION

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline 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 =ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

I 15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. 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. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure

,6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

_. 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) 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.

Loss of drive 1.

Engine "backfires" 1.

whenturning

engine

"OFF"

Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or

servtcing.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

_3. Allow grass to dry before

I 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.

B, Replace mower drive belt.

9, Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

1O.RepLacewith blades listed

in this manual

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check]replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec-

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

Engine throttle control not 1. Move throttle control to

setat "SLOW" "SLOW" position and allow

position for 30 seconds to idle for 30 seconds before

before stopping engine, stopping engine.

TRACTOR..MODELNUMBER917.271642

SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

_NmONSW_CH

FUSE

STARTER

i b eLAC_

" I -

(PEDAL _ ...... _rs .....

i / BEAT SWITCH

, . (NOT OCCUPIED)

ATP ENT CLUTCH _ _ R - •

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUtPPEO WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BA'i-rERY, BUTHAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICALSOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGEWITH ENGINE

SPEED, AT IDLE THE L_GHTS

WILL DIM, AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

HEADLIGHTS

/'7

-_•-__

NON=REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

_>=rr_ Ic_cu,r! "_'=" I

CFF M+G+A1 NONE

R,t._4 B÷At NON_

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144925 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP

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

8 156417 Case Battery

16 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-In

21 166182 Harness Asm Light W/4152j

22 4152J Bulb Light#1156

24 4799,} Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red

25 146147 Cable Batte_ 6 Ga w/l 6 wire red

26 175158 Fuse20AMP

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

29 1213(_X Switch Plunger Nc Gray

30 175566 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Ign

40 170217 Harness Ign

41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 114-20 Uric x 112

42 131563 Cover TerminalRed

43 175141 Sctenoid

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

55 57

208 9

208

44 _ _° 1

2011

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

142

143

144

145

2O6

207

2O8

212

174619 Chassis

176554 Drav,Oa_

17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 314

155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

168337X013 Cash

STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4

155927 Panel, Dasi_, LH.

145660 Clip Tinnemla nGrille P/L

172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

17490608 Screw Thdrut 3/8-16 x 1/2

144983.X558 Hood Assembly

126938X Burnper Hood

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

_1437 Nut

156725X558 Insert Lens Reflective

155217X599 Lens, Grille

164918X558 Fend/Ftrest

139976 Bracket, Fender Support

17490508 Borew Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

169834 Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear

73800400 Nut Lock w/Insert 114-20 UNC

19091416 Washer 9132x718x16Ga.

145201 Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 718

145202 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH

STD5223O7 Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75

72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

154798 Dash Lower STLT

$3"[T541437 NutCrownlock 3/8016UNC

165867 Plate Reinforcement STLT

154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

154207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

170165 BOlt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

17670508 Screw Thdml 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tytt

17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

165919 Insert Lens

5479J Piog, Button

NOTE: All component dimensions given LnU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ...... TransmLssion (See Breakdown) 66 154778

HydroGear Mede1322-0510 70 134683

8 165866 Rod, Shift 71 169183

10 S]1To61210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 73 169182

14 STD551125 Washer Lock 114 74 137057

15 7449(_44 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 75 121749X

16 73800500 Nut, Lock Hexw/Ins 5/16-18 UNC 76 12000001

19 7380(To00 Nut Lcck Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 77 123583X

21 130564 Knob 78 121748X

22 169498 Red, Brake 81 165596

24 73350600 Nut 82 165711

25 106888X Spring, Rod, Brake 83 19171216

26 19131316 Washer 13/82 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 84 169843

27 STD561210 Pin, Cottar 1/8 x 3/4 89 164890X426

28 175765 Red, Parking Brake 90 124346X

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 85 170201

30 174973 Bracket, Transmission 96 STD624003

32 74760512 Bolt Hex 5/16-19 UNC x 3/4 103 73940800

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal

35 120183)( Bearing,Nylon 116 72140608

36 19211616 Washer 120 73900600

37 1572H Pin, Roll 150 175456

38 165936 Pulley, Composite, Flat 151 19133210

39 74760646 Bolt 156 166002

40 175461 Spacer, Split 158 165589

41 175556 Keeper, Belt, Idler 159 165494

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 161 72140406

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Belt 162 73680400

48 154407 Be]lcrank Clutch Grnd Drustl 163 74780416

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 164 19091010

50 ST1_23715 Bolt 165 165623

51 STIT841437 Nut 166 166880

52 STD541431 NutCmwnlock 5/16-28 168 165492

53 105710X Link, Clutch 169 165580

55 105709X Spring, Return, Club:h 197 169613

56 1706(;616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0 198 169593

57 140294 V-Belt. Drive 199 169612

59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center 200 72140508

61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 202 72110612

63 175410 Pulley, Engine 295 19171616

64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7116 x 4 Gr. 5 212 145212

65 10040700 Washer

Keeper, Be6 Engine Hydro

Guide, Belt, Mower Drive RH

Strap, Torque, Lh

Strap, Torque. Rh

Spacer. Axle

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

Ring, E

Key, Square

Washer 25132 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

Shaft Asm Cross

Spring,Torsion

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

Link Transaxle

Console, Shift

Nut Sef-Thd Wshd 114

Control Asm Bypass Hydro

Spring, Retainer 1•

Nut, Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20

UNF

Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/6-16 x 1

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 19

Washer 5/16 x 1,0 x 1.25

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange Shift

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

Nut Crownlock 114-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-26 x 1

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga.

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16 x 1.0 x .125

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastener Cross Shaft

Nyliner Snal_ln

Washer Nyliner

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Bo6 RdHd Sqnk

5/16-18 Unc x 1

Bolt Carr. Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Washer 17/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

Nut Hex Flange Lock

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

STEERINGASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

STEERINGASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 Steedng Wheel

2 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL

3 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH.

4 189839 Spindle Assembly, R,H.

5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

7 19272016 Washer 27132 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

8 12000029 Ring, Klip

9 3366R Bearing. Steedng Column

18 175121 D_a_ink

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

13 136518 Spacer Beadng Axio Front

15 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

17 177876 Shaft Assembly, Steedng

26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag

28 19131415 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x t6 Gauge

29 17060612 Screw 3/6-16 x 3/4

30 STD561210 Pin Cotter

32 130465 Red,Tie

36 155099 Bushing. Steedng

37 152927 Screw

38 139769 Insert, Steedng Wheel

39 19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

40 STD541537 Nut Lock Center 3/6-24 Unf

41 100711L Adaptor, Steedng Wheel

42 145054X426 Boot, Steedng Shaft

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

44 153720 Extension Shaft Steedng LRiT

46 121232X Cap,Spindk_

47 6855M Fitting, Grease

51 S]_541431 NutLockHexwllns. 5/16-18UNC

54 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-114

63 $I_523710 Bolt. Fin Hex 3/6-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72140618 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 316-16x2-114

68 169827 Axle. Brace

71 175146 Steering Asm.

82 169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

85 133835 Fastener ChdstmasTree

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7116-20

91 175553 Clip Steedng

NO'I1E:All component dimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

81 13

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 17_545 ControlThrot/Ch

2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4.20x5/8 T

3 ........ Engine (See Breakdown)

BriggsModel 310707-0136-E1

4 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt

13 165291 Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Platad

14 148456 Tube Drain oileasy

16 STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

23 169837 Shield Browning/Debris Guard

29 137180 Arrestor Spark

31 109202X Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr

32 158G90 Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented

33 123487X Clamp Hose BIk

37 137040 Line Fuel 20_

38 148315 Plug drain oileasy

40 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl BIkFuel Line

44 17490412 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4.20x3/4

45 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

46 19091416 Washer 9132X 7/8 X 16ga

62 S]1_51131 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr _16

72 71070512 Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4

78 17(60620 Screw 3/8-16x1-1/4

81 73510400 Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: AJlcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

SEATASSEMBLYTRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.27t642

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 140122 Seat 3350 SIk/bik Craftsman

2 14(_51 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

3 7111[;616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

4 19131610 Washer 13432 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

5 14_,006 Clip Push In Hinged

6 _1437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc

7 124181X Spring _eat Cprsn 2 250 B}kZi

8 17000616 So'ew 3/8-16 X 1

9 19131614 Washer13/32XlX14Ga

10 174894

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

11 166369 Knob Seat Ad Wingnu

12 121246)( Bracke PntMounttngSwRch

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id

14 72_._0412 Suit Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

15 134300

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Z nc

16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 BJkPn

17 123976X Nut L_Ck 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

21 171852 Suit Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc_2A

22 STD541431 Nut Hex LOckwllns 5/16-18

24 19171912 WasherlTI32Xl_/16xIzGa.

25 127018x Suit Shoulder 5/16-18 X 6;2

NOTE: All component dimensint_sg_ve,_in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 rnm

DECALS

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9 1 13 6 3 7 7_

8 _

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KEY pART

NO. NO.

1 156811

2 171761

3 171696

4 171697

6 133644

7 177253

8 172331

9 163204

10 156439

12 146046

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

Decal Oper. InsV. 13 177259 Decal, Dash Panel

Decat, Replacement 14 160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Ho_xI, R.H, 15 176677 Decal, Engine

Decal, Hood, LH. 20 149616 Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 169210 Decal, By-Pass

Decal Hood Side LT1000 -- 138311 Decal, Lift Handle

Decal, Deck - - 165800)(428 Pad Footrest LH STLT

Decal, Fender, Craftsman -- 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT

Decal, Fender Danger -- 178528 Owner's Manual, English

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic - - 178529 Owner's Manual, Spanish

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap ValueTIre

2 65139 StemValue

3 106222X Tim F Ts 15 X 6 O- 6 Service

4 59904 Tube Inner Front #35060

5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6"_rontWhite Service

6 278H Fitting Grease

7 9040H Beadng Flange

8 106108X427 Rim Asm 8"rear White Service

9 106L:PoSX Tire R TS 18x9 5_ Service

10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

11 104757X428 Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

NOTE: AJlcomponentdimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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LIFTASSEMBLY

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

LIFTASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Washer Asm Inner SpringW/Plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift

3 105767)( Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring#5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21132 x 1 x 21 Ga.

6 120183X BeadngNylong

7 125631X GdpHandleFluted

8 122365X Bufton Plunger Read

11 139865 Link Asm Lift LH.

12 139866 Link Asm LiftR.H.

13 S]_624008 Retainer Spnng

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion BIkZinc

18 73800800 Nut Lock wANsh 1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 ArmSuspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spdng

31 169865 Beadng, Pvt. Lift

32 7354(To00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: All componentdimensJonsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

MOWERDECK

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!a_, 50 ; 103 J f

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142 , .. _' I _ , 21 22

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MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

2 _107 Bolt 54 133.943 Washer, Hardened

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 55 155046 Arm, Idler

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

5 $3_)624008 RetainerSpdng 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 67 149846 Knob Custom Oval

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 68 144959 V-Belt

9 _1137 Washer, Lcck 92 STD541437 Nut

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 101 136420 Mulcher Cover

152 71081010 Screw

11 134149 Blade, Mulching 103 19061216 Washer #10

13 137645 ShaftAssembly, Mandrel, 104 STD551110 Washer, Lock

Vented (Includes Key 105 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger

Number 12)

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 106 2529J Nut, Weld

15 110485X Beadng, BaiI, Mandrel 129 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13116 x 12 Ga.

16 174493 Stdppar, Vented MowerDeck 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 3/16-18 x 5/5 Gr. 5

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 131 STD53371g Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk5/8-16UNC x 1

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 142 165890 ArmSpdngBrakeMower

21 STD541431 NutCrownlock5/16-18UNC 143 157109 BracketArmldler42"

22 134753 Stltfener Bracket 144 158634 Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 145 165888 Pulley Idler Flat

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 146 171977 Bolt Cardage Idldr

25 123713X Spdng. Torsion, Deflector 147 131335 Spriog Extension

26 110452X Nut. Push 148 169022 Spdng Return idler

27 130968X428 Shtald, Deflector 149 165898 Retainer Spdng Yellow Zinc

28 19111016 Washer 11152xs/Sx16Ga, 150 19091216 Washer g/32x3/4x 16Ga.

29 131491 Red,Hinge 151 169670 Bracket Clutch

30 157722 Screw ThdtolWasher Heed 152 169676 Cable Clutch 42 In

31 12S963 Washer, Spacer 153 169674 Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

32 153535 Pulldy, Mandrel 154 169675 Spdng Retainer

33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 155 169671 Spring Retenlton Lever

34 STD533717 Bolt 156 169672 Spacer

35 133835 Fastner, ChrLstmasTree 157 169669 Rod Clutch

158 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4.20 x 5/8

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat

37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16 159 72140614 BoltRdhdSqns/6-16Uncx5/4

Gauge - - 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes

40 S'1D341437 NutCrownlock 5/6-16 UNC Key Numbers 8-10, 13-15, 31

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L,H, and 32)

45 STD624003 Retainer -- 169583 Mower Deck, Complete

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 (Standard Deck, Order

48 133944 Washer, Hardened Separately Mulcher Plate and

49 174284 RoltarAssembly, Cam Follower Gauge Wheel Components, Key

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #16-24 Grade 5 Nos. 101-106 and 111-121)

51 SIT)541410 Locknut NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inches

52 139888 Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

HYDROTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER322-0510

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

HYDROTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER322-0510

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170351 Maio Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck

2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 61 142882 Puck Plate

3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 62 170409 Brake Actuating Pin

4 170354 Swashplata,Trunion Machined 63 170410 HFHCSll4-2OX2WIPatch,

5 169898 Block - Assembly Spacial Flange

6 170355 Sealant 64 142892 Bolt, 114-26 X 1 W/Patch

7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 114-20 X 1.25 65 170411 Spacer

8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 66 170412 Spring, Brake Arm Bias

9 170358 Shaft, Input 67 170413 SQ. HD. BOLT 5/16-24-Ribbed

10 170359 Ring-Retaining 68 170414 Arm, Brake

11 170360 Spacer 69 170415 Sloged Hex Nut 5/16o24

12 169870 Ring - Retaining 70 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 71 170417 Compression Spring BrokeAnti-

14 173158 BallBrg 17MM ID X 40MM OD X Drag

1_%.1M 72 170418 Washer, HT .5 I.D. X 10.D. X

16 170362 HexFLlange Head Serew 5/16- .032

24 X 0.75 73 142884 Flat - Washer 11132 I.D. X 7/8

17 170363 LipSeal 18 X 32 X 7 O.D.

18 170364 Arm, Control 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

19 173159 Beadng, 30X52X13 Thrust 75 170420 Check Plug Assembly, .027,

23 170365 Chec_ Piog Assembly, Washer Washer

24 170366 Shaft, Motor 1 76 170421 Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack

27 170367 Gear - Pinion, 13T 77 170422 Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

28 170368 10TI48T GEAR 78 142969 Spdng, HeliclComp

29 170369 Gear, lOT Jackshaft 79 142980 Spacer

30 170370 60T BUllGear 80 150778 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24

31 170371 Sleeve Beadng .75 X 1.575 X .625 UNJF(Nyion insert)

32 170389 8laeve Beadng 81 170423 Wedge, Fdction Pack

(Outboard).75X 1.750X.625 82 170424 Cfip, Washer .316X1.50X.1046

33 142991 Washer, 3/4 ID X 1-1/2 OD X (Plated)

.13THK 83 161168 Pin, Staedard Headless

34 170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal 84 170425 Fitting,5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

35 170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key,R.H.) 85 170426 Hose, Expansion Tank

36 170392 Shaft, Asia .75 X 16.99 (Key,LH.) 87 173160 Cap. Vent

37 150792 Miter Gear (SPLINED) 88 170428 Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

38 150793 Miter Gear 15T (0.5 tD) 90 170430 Puck, Inner Wedge

39 150809 Shaft 93 170431 Spdng Clip -Housing Tsiust

40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retainiog 107 170432 Deflector

41 170394 Pin, Jackshaft 108 170433 Washer,Motorshafl

42 170395 Magnet, Rliog .711DX1.15ODX.030THK

43 170396 Spr!ng, Bypass 109 170434 Plug, Sae #6

44 150797 Hydro rntg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 111 170435 O-riog .07 x .301 LD.

Long 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion Tank

45 170397 Flilter 116 170438 Slilicon Sponge

46 170399 Base, Filter 119 173161 Fan

47 170399 Actuator, Bypass 120 17044 Pufley

48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 122 173162 #12 T.F. Screw-liodented Hex

49 170401 Arm, Bypass Washer Head

50 170402 Retaining Ring .2B0 External 123 173163 Bracket Belt Keeper

51 170403 Seal, Lip.741 X .250 X .250 TC 124 170444 CenterSection-Filter-Bypass

52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 ID X 1.00D X Assembly

.05THK 125 170445 Filter Assembly

53 170405 RetaioingRing 126 173164 Fan - Pulley Service Aassembly

54 170406 Beario9, Centar Block 127 170447 Seal - O-ring Kit

56 142977 Spring-Helioal Compression 128 173165 Kg, Expansion Tank

56 142978 Washer 900 171613 Transaxle, complete

57 150798 20W-50 OIL72.8 oz

58 170407 Brake Yoke NOTE: Aft component dimensions given in U.S. inches

59 170408 Rotor, Brake 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t7.271642

BRIGGS& BTRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER310707,TYPE NUMBER0136-E1

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LOC4_r,_S 186 _ 947

THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE-A-MATIC

AND MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEMS

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121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271642

BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER310707,TYPE NUMBER0136-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 690156 CylinderAssembly 105 231855 O Valve-Float Needle

2 399265 Bushing/Seal Kit 106 690577 O Seat-Inlet

3 291675 • Seal*oil 108 690464 Valve-Choke(hanuat Choke)

4 108A 692344 Valve-Choke(Choke A Matic494238 Bump`Engine )

5 690188 Head-Cylinder 117 692406 £1 Jet, Main (Standard)

7 692410 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 692411 Jet, Main High Altitude)

8 495735 Breather Assembly 121 690191 Carburetor Overhau Kit

9 27803 • Gasket-Breather 125 890194 Carburetor

10 691666 Screw (Breather Assembly) 127 695005 O Plug-Welch

11 691328 Tube-Breather 130 691759 Valve-Throttle

12 271916 • Gasket-Crankcase (.015 131 494379 Throttle Shaft Kit

Thick, Std.) 133 494381 Float-Carburetor

271997 Gasket-Crankcase (.005 137 281165 Gasket-Float Bowl

Thick) 141 495097 Choke Shaft Kit (Manual

271996 Gasket-Crankcase (.009 Choke)

Thick 141A 495931 Choke Shaft Kit (Choke A

13 690360 Screw (Cyl nder Head, 3-9/ Matic)

16") 142 692412 O Nozzle-Carburetor

15 94239 Plug-OilDrain 146 94196 Key-Timing

16 690136 Crankshaft 165 693148 Nut (Ring Gear)

20 291675 . Seal-Oil 167 281051 Air Cleaner Stud Seal

22 95187 Screw (Crankcase Cover) 176 281106 O-Ring Seal (Air Cleaner

23 693557 Flywheel (Steel Ring Gear) Base)

23A 492326 Flywheel(PlasticRing Gear) 186 493496 Connector-Hose

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 187 298049 Line*Fuel (Cut t_ Required

25 692271 PistonAssembly Std.) Length)

692272 Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.) 188 94929 Screw (ControlBracket)

692273 Piston Assembly 1020 O.S./ 192 492160 Adjuster-ROCkerArm

692274 PistonAssembly .030 O.S. 202 262767 Mechanical GovernorLink

26 690162 Ring Set- PistonIStd;_ 209 260695 Bprin_- Governor

690164 Ring Set- Piston_v.Ol O.S,) 216 262766 Link-L;hoke

690166 Ring Set- Piston(.020 O.S.) 222 694042 Bracket-Control

690168 Ring Set- Piston(.630 O.S.) 227 691374 Lever-Governor Control

27 691299 Lock-PistonPin 231 891636 O Screw Choke Valve)

26 498319 Pin Assembly- Piston Std.) 232 262785 Spring-GovernorL nk

498320 P n Assemby-P ston ,005 238 262836 Cap- Valve

O.S.) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel

29 692419 Red-Connecting (Btd.) 265 221535 Clamp-Casing

499940 Red-Connecting (.020 U.S.) 267 695134 Screw (CasingClamp)

32 692852 Screw(Connecting Red) 276 692255 Sealing Washer

33 495856 Valve-Exhaust 287 94903 Screw (DipstickTube)

34 495857 Valve- intake 304 690844 Housin(i-Blower

35 691279 Spring- Valve (Intake) 305 690969 Screw _'BIowerHousing)

36 691279 Sphng- Valve (Exhaust 306 690499 Shield, Cylinder

37 690456 Guard-Flywheel 367 94930 Screw (CylinderShield)

40 224641 Retainer- Valve 309 693551 Motor-Starter(For Steel Ring

43 490815 Governor*Oil Slinger Gear Only)

45 690564 Tappet- Valve 497595 Mctor-Starter(For PlasticRing

46 692421 Camshaft Gear Only)

48 692706 Short Block

50 690193 Manifold- Intake RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

51 273650 Gasket-Intake High Speed: 3000-3200

53 690227 Stud (Carburetor)

54 891148 Screw (Intake Manifold) Includedin Engine Gasket Bet, Ref Number

73 494439 Screen- Rotating 358.

74 691057 Screw (RotatingScreen) O Includedin CarburetorOverhaul Kit, Ref

75 225136 Washer(Flywheel) Number 121.

78 94896 Screw (F'(_lywheeluard) $ Includedin CarburetorGasket Set, Ref

93 890602 Bushing-Throttle Shaft Number977.

94 498030 Valve-Idle Adustment + Includedin Value Overhaul Kit, Ref Number

95 691636 121Screw ThrotfleVave 1033.

98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed

104 690525 O Pin-Float Hinge NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.

inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

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BRIGGS&STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER310707,TYPE NUMBER0136-E1

KEY PART

NO. NO.

310 690323

311 497608

318 692127

333 495859

334 94731

337 491055

344 693675

358 690189

363 19203

383 89838

404 94927

423 692129

445 496894

462 225137

467 493903

474 393474

493 690493

493A 690494

503 691532

505 691251

510 693699

510A 497606

513 398003

523 495230

524 281370

525 496113

544 497603

559 491986

562 691119

579 92278

601 95162

614 93306

616 495157

617 692138

634 690801

634A 690802

635 280872

654 94010

667 94010

668 691500

691 491323

692 690572

695 693109

697 690372

711 690703

718 230192

726 399676

727 490324

729 691224

732 94903

741 691284

757 213998

758 692423

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Screw (Starter Motor) 759 691239 Pin-Counterweight

Brush Set 761 691096 Screw Counterweight)

Screw (Mounting Bracket) 783 693713 Gear-Pnon For Steel Ring

Armature-Magneto Gear Only)

Screw (Magneto Armature) 783A 693058 Gear-Pinion (For Plastic Ring

Sparkplug Gear Only)

Screw (Casing Clamp) 789 695050 Harness- Wiring

Engine Gasket Set 801 497626 Cap-Drive

FI heel Puller 802 497607 Cap-Eod

_re r Housing-Starter

ch-Spark Plug 803 497604

Washer (Governor Crank) 830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm)

Screw (Air Cleaner Base) 842 270920 Dipstick/Tube Seal

Filter- NC Cartdd]9 Ee 847 496415 Dipstick/Tube Assemi_y

Washer Starter Cable) 851 692424 Sparkplug Terminal

Knob-Ar Ceaner 868 499236 -+ Seal-Valve

Alternator 871 262835 Bushin_q-Guide

Bracket-Mounfng Front) 875 693686 Base-/_ir Cleaner

Bracke-Moun ng Rear) 877 393456 Wire-Alternator

Strap-Starter 914 690969 Screw (Rocker Cover)

Nut (Governor Control Lever) 934 94627 Screw (Fan Retainer)

Drive-Starter (Use With Steel 947 497672 Solenoid-Fuel

Ring Gear Only) 967 272403 Fi6er-Pre Cleaner

Drive-Starter (Use With Plastic 968 281104 Cover- Air Cleaner

Ring Gear Only) 975 495933 Bowl-Float

Clutch-Drive 977 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor

Dipstick 987 691326 O Seal-Throttle Shaft

• Dipsfck Tube Seal 996 690678 Carburetor Shield

Dipstick Tube 1005 281400 Fan-Flywheel

Armature-Starter 1006 690452 Retainer-Fan

Bushing-Gov. Lever 1019 690180 Label Kit

Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1022 272475 *+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

Nut (Starter Cable) 1023 691192 Cover-Rocker

Clamp-Hose 1026 494432 Rod-Push Intake

Pin-Cotter 1026A 495136 Rod-Push Exhaust

Crank-Governor 1029 224554 Arm-Rocker

*+ O-Ring Seal (Intake Manifold) 1033 690190 Valve Overhaul Kit

O Seal-Spring Assembly 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod

(Manual Choke) 1036 694497 Label-Emissions

O Seal-Spring Assy. (Choke A 1044 94673 Screw (Flywheel)

Matic) 1051 263080 Ring-Retainer

Boot- Spark Plug 1058 274271 Owner's Manual

Nut (Carburetor) 1090 497605 Retainer-Brush

Nut (Air Cleaner Brace) 1091 691333 Cal_Limder

Spacer 1119 93621 Screw Alternator)

• Seal-Governor Shaft ---- 311707-OO28-E1Repacement Engne

Spring-Detent

Screw (Ring Gear) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

Screw (Drive Cap High Speed: 3000-3200

Screw Carburetor Shield)

LocatJn_ Pin Included in Engine Gasket Set, Ref

Gear- Ring (Aluminum- Number 358.

Services Plastic Ring Gear _ Includod in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Ref

Only) Number 121.

Cover- Starter Drive :_ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref

Clip-Wire Number977.

Screw IStarter Drive Cover) + Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref

Gear-Timing Number 1033.

Link-Counterweight

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

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

I_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

Forrepair of major brand appliances in your own home...

no matter who made it, no matterwho soldit!

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To bringin productssuch as vacuums,

lawn equipment and electronicsfor repair,callfor

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(1-888-784-6427)

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For the replacement parts, accessoriesand owner's manuals

that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirect sM!

1-800-366-PART 6 a.m.- 11 p.m. CST,

(1-800-366-7278) 7daysa week

www.sears.com/partsdirect

To purchase or inquireabouta Sears Service Agreement:

1-800-827-6655

7 a,m. - 5 p,m. CST, Mon, - Sat,

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