Craftsman 917271831 lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

JCRI FT..TMRWJ

21.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271831

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

This product has a low emission engine which operates differently

from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read

and understand this Owner's Manual,

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am - 5pro, Mort- Sat

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

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

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

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

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

Assembly ............................ .'................. 8

Operation ............................................ 12

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 19

Maintenance ....................................... 19

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

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

Troubleshooting ......... :........................ 30

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found 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 avaiFable but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

product is in the United States.

This Warranty 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, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but 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 of flammable

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 within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with 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 is available bat a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is 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

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

which may vary from state to state.

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

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

throwing ob ects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

sedous injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as

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

picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

•Tum 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 indicates that 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 major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. Ifyou cannot back up

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

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide ob-

stacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's 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 of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

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

caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do net use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

II1_'CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children,

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engFne running, Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper w{th 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

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

,_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_b CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

,_ CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_ CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

,_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

,_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F

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

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3,0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

IGAP: .030") OR J19LM

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): I sT 1.2

2ND 1.5

3R° 2.4

4TM 3.5

5 TM 4,B

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

'TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1 R

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*

clans and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY

RULES".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, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under =Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_I_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark attester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service center

(See REPAIR PARTS section of this

manual).

Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

[_ Steering Wheel

' L_J , Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

°t

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

Steering

Extension

Steering Shaft

Boot

(1) Washer

_ 7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Video Cassette

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

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

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

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness• Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Utility knife (1) Pliers

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

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 four comers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steedng 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. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steedng wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/6 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and 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 is to roll off skid.

Insert

Hex Bolt

3/8

Lockwasher

e Flat

Washer

Steering Steering

Wheel _z_/Boot

Extension _._._ Tabs

Shaft _ Adapter

5/16

Locknut 5/16

._. Hex Bolt

Lower , -_ _ ÷

Steedng _ _ , '

, , Tab

• ._/'

Slot

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manuat for charging

instructions),

Label

INSTALL SEA'I"

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob,

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat,

7. Slide seat until a 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.

.S/ at

Boltulder

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 lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid,

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_WARNING: Before starting read,

understand and fo ow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area, Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress dutchibreke pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow,

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. "Raise and hord deflector shield in

upright position,

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4, Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

,_,CAUTION: 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 CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove murcher plate and store in

a safe p_aoe.Your mower is now ready for

discharging or instarlation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Mulcher

Latch

Hooks

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the belts

are muted correct}y,

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you receive

the"best performance and satisfaction

from this quality product.

Please review the foll(pwing checklist:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

' #" No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged.(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

1/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

1/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,I 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.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

J Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,I 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.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

EaA

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

MOWERLI_

_r_" R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HiGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

KEEPAREACLEAR SLOPEHAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READTHIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOURTRACTOR

Comparethe illustrationswithyourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwiththe locationsof

variouscontrols and adjustments. Save this manualfor futurereference.

Attachment

Clutch Lever Ignition

Ammeter Switch

Light

Choke Control

Lift Lever

Plunger

Throttle

Control

Clutch/

Brake

Pedal

Attachment

Lift Lever

Height

Jstment

Indicator

Parking Brake

Gearshift

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used forstarting

and controlling engine speed.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting

a cold engine.

• CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

pedal into the brake position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position•

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging

(+) or discharging (-).

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 tractor secure.

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

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.

Choke Attachment Clutch Lever

C^_.r^_ "Engaged" Position

_'" _.' -_._ IgnitionKey

Thro,le _"_ _ Disengaged"'

Cont_'ol_ ._ _.j Position

.e ,n0Oro,e

Clutch/Brake\ _ , / ....

. :'."'_,_ _.. ,., / _ngagea

Pedal DflveF_ '_ " Position

Gearshift

"Disengaged" "Brake" Lever

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment

clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE-

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control 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: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other 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

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

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 USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK-

WARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controtled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and geamhift lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired

position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life '

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever•

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

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

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface•

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual)•

2. With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in

appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/

8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheel

3/8-16 Lockm,

• JShoulder

GaugeWheel Bolt

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

,_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch AttachmentLiftLever

Lever "Engaged" .-x__:_ HighPosition

Position_! _

"Disengaged"_ / IiJ Low

Posit,on _ '! !i_--_, Position

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TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_kCAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope. A Slope guide

at the back ofyour manual is provided for

your use.

• 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 gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

With attachment liftcontrol.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE 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/dipstick and 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 cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section ofthis manual).

• To change engine oil,see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not .

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tem-

peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

/LWARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. 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.

_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do noto_erfill. Wipe off any

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

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

"Whensta_ng 1heenginefor the _ret time or if

the enginehas run out of fuel, it will take extra

ctahking time to move fuel from the tank to the

engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starling 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.

If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control

in, wait a few minutes and try again. It

engine still does not start, pull the

choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

above)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

• 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, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may

require the choke control be pulled out

slightly.

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.

MOWINGTIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the machine.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass wUlplug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing toassure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWINGTIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up grass

and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippihgs many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed_ Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet,

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action, The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

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F'LL'NOATES ,

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does notcover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructedin this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to propedy maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and beltsfor wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4, Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

_) Spindle_ _" _ Spindle(_

Zerk :';_J ... [.;'l Zerk

(_ Front ._,'_ ............. _I-,_,,,,. Front (_

Wheel / _-_ '<L-_ Wheel--

Bearing _ / _ "

-_ _eanng

Zerk _,_,__"====="-, _,_ Zerk

,, /

: '.-,-_-." : G'_earshift

"--J '---" Pivots

_SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil

_)General Purpose Grease

@ Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE"

Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the

self-lubricating bearings, If you feel they

must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-

dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local pads

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and

interlock systems are working properly. If

your tractor does not function as de-

scribed below, repair the problem

immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the 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 position to

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. 20

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4, Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

TrailingEdae Up Mandrel Assembly

" - Jadocanto,

Flat Washer%'_,_ / _J_,'_<J"

Lock _'__.

Washe_'_"-_-_ _'_'_'1 _ Star

*AGrade 8 heattreatedboltcan be identified

by sixlines onthe boRhead.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade

is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone 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, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthraaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt

or pin parallel with the ground. If blade

is balanced, it should remain in a

horizontal position. If either end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

5/8" bade

orPln _ /

Center Hole

BATTERY

Ygurtractorhasa battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary,

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling,

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

when used above 32°F. Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SFoSJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove cap from end of drain valve

and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overtiil. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on

dipstick. Oil Drain Valve

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating *__'_!

temperat_r9 ....

Closed

and __"

Locke_"

Position

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils Cap / _, ;.> _ / ,

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

",<:_.p-"

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption 21 Drain Tube

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating. Air guide covers must

be removed. Remove side panels and

hood (See "TO REMOVE HOOD AND

GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TopAir Guide

Cover _,,

EngineCooling "_'

Fins

Cover

(Both

Sides)

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every 100

hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

1. 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 it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oit.

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 wing nuts and cartridge plate.

2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

4. Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts,

precleaner, cover and secure with

knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as

kerosene, are notto be used to clean the

cartridge. They may cause deterioration of

the cartridge. Do notoil cartridge. Do not

use pressurized air to clean or drycar-

tridge.

Cover

Knob

WingNut

Cartridge

Foam

Pre-Cleaner

Air Scre_

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-UNE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel 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 pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

pClamp

FuelFilter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with 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.

i_ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

2, Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position,

3, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

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

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

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

come in contact with plug,

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and 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.

Sman Retainer Spring

Clutch S

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

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.

-;" "_'-"" _':""'_ Square Hole

Suspension Arms

Retainer

Collar

Housing

Front Link

Springs

(Both Sides)

Large

Spnng Bracket

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).

if tires are over or underinflated, you will

not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

]ink adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will

change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BottomEdge _ BottomEdge

of Mowerto/_/_ _ _-_of Mowerto

Ground \ I I_.'_===_==_==._l ]Ground

Suspension

LiftLinkAdjustment

Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the following front-to-back adjust-

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position,

Check adjustment on dght side of tractor.

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 link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut"E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal 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

BothFront LinksShould be Equalin Length

FrontLinks

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See 'TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

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. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel Idler Pulleys

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

Iftractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear on a level dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake

"Engaged"

Nut "A"

am Nut

_ _ Operating Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual.)

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around

engine pulley.

5. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine

Pulley

Clutching

Idler

Stationaryf

Idler

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock

gate) position.The adjustment is preset at

the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move

freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever Neutral

\ Lock Gate

:;? _.:!_./ _ Adjustment

' Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in 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 a Sears or other qualified

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining _k Iv_._

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINEWR'H AWEAK

BATTERY

_,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate

explosivegases. Keep sparks,flame and

smoldng materialsaway from batteries.

Always wear eye protectionwhen around

battedes.

Ifyourbattery isteeweak to start theengine, it

shouldbe recharged.(See "BA'I-FERY" inthe

MAINTENANCE sectionofthis manual}.

If "jumper cables"are usedfor emergency

starting,follow thisprocedure:

IMPORTANT: Yourtractoris equippedwitha

12 volt negative groundedsystem.The other

vehical mustalso be a 12 volt negative

groundedsystem. Do notuseyourtractor

batterytostartothervehicles.

TO A1-FACHJUMPER 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 of fully

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 first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

"Positive" (+) "Negative" (-)

REPLACING BATTERY

_I,CAUTION: Do notshort battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift hood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

4. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

Terminal .. : ::_:+....

Access ""_:+"

Hex

Cable

Terminal Negative

Guard . (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1, Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly,stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

jHood

, Headlight

J + ' Wire Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any non-

road engine repair establishment or

individual. Warranty repairs must be

performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check that swivel is against side of

quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable

clamp screw and pull cable back until

swivel is against quarter circle.

Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

Clamp

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor

choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4 Reassemble air cleaner.

Choke Closed

Cas,o0

_lcaerTwpd _ Choke

.._ Lever

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adiustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or

load. If the carburetor does need adjust-

ment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the mixture screw in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel

to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the mixture screw out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.

IMPORTANT= Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1. Be sure you have a clean air fUter, and

the throttle control cable and choke

are adjusted property (see above).

2. With engine off turn idle mixture screw

in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and

then turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4

to 1-1/2 turns.

FINAL SETTING-

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. With throttle control lever in slow

position, hold throttle lever against idle

speed screw and adjust idle speed

screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture

screw in (clockwise) until engine

begins to die and then turn oat

(counterclockwise) until engine runs

rough. Turn screw to a point midway

between those two positions.

4. Continue to hold throttle lever against

idle speed screw and adjust idle

speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200

RPM. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

5. Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture screw out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat

test and continue to adjust, if neces-

sary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contacta Sears orother qualified

serVF-.ecenter, which has proper equip-

ment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

ldleSpeed

crew

IdleMixture

Screw

ThrottleLever

Idle Speed

Screw __

Throttle _ !d_

_" _":;:_==C_::_._3_ J M_xture

Lever _crew

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_ICAUTION: 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 dean, 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.

BATrERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

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. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

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 drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual),

CYLINDER(S)

1, Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems,

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

rROUBLESHOO_NG CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Willnotstart 1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded•

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh 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.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7 Water in fuel.

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

_vill not start

8. Loose or damaged widng.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10,Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Enginevalves outof

adjustment.

1, ClutcWbrake 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 operatorpresence

switch(es),

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

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.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch•

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all widng.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch•

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

19. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery

. Clean battery terminals.

• Check all widng.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

RROBLEM CAUSE

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run

when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment

clutch engaged

)oor cat - uneven

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11.Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

I2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent bPade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

CORRECTION

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill will

fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

1t.Clean engine air screenifin_

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose pad(s).

Replace damaged pads.

1. Check wiring, switches an_

connections. If not

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.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

M_wer blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction,

not rotate mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt.

drive belt.

3, Frozen idler pulley, 3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine "OFF"

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10.Improper blades used.

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.

1. Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position

for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

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. Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds befor_

stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR" "MODEL NUMBER 91%271831

NOTE

V_p_ TRACTOR _S

EQUIPPED WITH A SpECiAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE L_GHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, _UT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUS_ OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LtGHTS

WtLL CHANGE WITH ENGtNE

SPEED. AT iDLE THE LIGHTS

WtLL DiM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS

WiLL BECOME THEtR BRIGHTEST.

HEADLtGHTS

NON-REMOVASLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CGt,tt_EOTtONS

W_tNG iNSULATED CLIPS

ULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOb

NOTE: IF Wt RtNGN_NSTHE y SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

. TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery 12 VOLT 28 AM P

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

8 7603J Case Battery

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

11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

16 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-_n

21 166182 HamessLightSocket(W/4152j)

22 4152J Bulb Light #1156

24 4799J Cable Battery

25 146148 Caole Batten/

26 175158 FUS_

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 145491 Cable Ground

29 121305X Switch Seat

30 175566 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Molded Crahsman

40 17(_17 Harness Ign

41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2

42 131563 Cover Terminal

43 175141 Solenoid

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

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

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

207

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

CI-JASSISAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

114

115

142

143

144

145

159

206

2O7

208

211

212

174619 ChaSSis Assembly

176554 Drawbar

17060612 Screw 3/g-16 x 3/4

155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

1682O7X013 Dastl

$10533710 Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1

155927 Panel, Dash, L.H.

145660 Clip Tlnnermaft Gdlle P/L

172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

17490608 Screw 131drol 3/8-16 x 1/2

144983X558 Hood ASsemb4y

126938X BumperHood

156437 Plate Mtg Batted/Fuel Tank

12402OX Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line

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

STD541437 LoCknut, Hex, with insert 3/6-16 Unc

156725X558 Grille/Lens Asrn

155217X599 Lens, Grille

164919X558 Fend/Ftrest

139976 Bracket, Fender Support

17493508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x112

169834 Pivot Bracket Assembly, L.H.

73800400 Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC

12O91416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

145201 Bracket Gdlle Plckott LH

161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

145202 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH

STD522O07 Bolt, Rn Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75

140547 Air Duct P/L B&S

STD533707 Bolt Rdl_l Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

154798 Dash Lower STLT

STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC

158112 Keeper Belt Rear Lh Stl

17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

165867 Plate Reinforcement STLT

154966 Bracket Swaybar ChaSSiS

1.54207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

155123x428 Cuphc_der

170165 Bolt ShouJder 5/16-18 Tr

17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-15 x 1/2

17670608 Screw Thdr_ 3/5-15 x 1/2

145212 Nut Hexflange Lock

165919 Insert Lens Reflective

5479J Plug Button

NOTE: Ati component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

GROUND DRIVE

2 62

3536

116

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ........ Transaxle (See Breakdown) 62

Peede_s 206-545C 63

2 146682 Spdng, Return, Brake 64

3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle . 65

4 12000(_8 Ring, RetaJner 66

5 121520X Strap,Torque 70

6 17060512 Screw 8/16-18 x 3/4 74

8 165866 RodShifterFenderSTLT 75

10 STD5612t0 Pin, Cotter 76

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 77

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr. 6 78

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 79

16 73800500 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 80

18 STO523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x 1 Gr 5 81

19 STD541437 Nut 82

21 10693.3X Kn_

22 130804 Rod, Brake 84

24 STD541237 Nut 85

25 106888X Spdng, Brake Rod 89

26 STD551(_37 Washer 90

27 STB561210 Pin 96

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 112

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 113

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 116

32 STD523107 Bolt 121

34 175578 Shell Assembly, Foot Pedal 145

35 120183X Beadng, Nylon 150

36 STD551062 Washer 151

37 STD571810 ROll Pin 156

38 165936 Pulley, Composite, Flat 158

39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 3 159

40 175461 Spacer, Split 161

41 175556 Keeper, Belt, Idler 162

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 163

47 127783 Pulley, idler, V-Groove, Plastic 164

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Gmd Dry StJ 165

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 166

50 STD5.?.3715 Bolt 168

51 STITo41437 Nut Crown Lock _6-16 UNC 169

52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC 170

53 105710X LAnk,Clutch 197

55 1057(,;9X Spdng, Clutsh Return 198

56 17066616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0 202

57 130_01 V-Belt, Ground Ddve

59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

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

8883R Cover, Pedal

175410 Pulley, Engine

71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5

STD55t 143 Washer

154778 Keeper, BeAt,Engine, Fool-Proof

134683 Guide, Mower Ddve Belt, R.H.

137057 Spacer, Axle

121749X Washer 25/32x1-1/4x16Ga.

STD581075 E-RJ

Key, _quare 2.0x .1845/.1865

123583X

t21748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga

STD580025 Key Woodruff

145090 Arm, Shift

165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20

165711 Spdng,Torsion

19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x t6 Ga.

166231 Link Transaxle

1.50_360 Nut, NyAock

158391)(428 Console, Shift, STLT

124346X Nut, Self-Thdlng, Wsh Hd 1/4

STD624(X)3 Retainer Spring 1"

19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

127285X Strap Torque 90 Degrees

72140605 Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-18 x 1

73900600 Nut LoCk Fig. 3/8-16

74490540 Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr 5

175456 Specer Retainer

19133210 Washer 13/32x2x10Ga.

166_X_ Washer Srrtad 5/161D x 1.125

165589 Bracket Shift Mount

165494 Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt

72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.5

73680400 Nut CrownJock 1/4-20 Uric

74780416 Bolt Hex Fin t/4-29Unc x 1 Gr 5

19091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

165623 Bracket Pivot Lever

166880 Screw 5/16-t 8 x 5/8

165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x ,561

165580 Plate Fastening Lt

173896 Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear

16.9613 NyJInerSnap°In

169593 Washer Nyliner

72110614 Bolt Carr. SH 3/8-16 x %3/4

212 145212 NutHex Fig. Lock

NOTE: All component dimensions gJvenin U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

STEERING

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

STEERING

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

139768 Steedng Wheel

154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL

169840 Spindle ASsembly, L.H.

169839 Spindle ASsembly, R.H.

6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

12000029 Ring, Klip

3366R Bearing, Steering Column

175121 Draglink

STD551137 Washer, LOck

136518 Spacer, Bearing, Axle

145212 Nut, Hexflange Lock

177876 Shaft Assembly, Steering

126847X Bushing, Unk, Brag

19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

STD561210 Pin Coiter

130465 Rod,Tie

155099 Bushing, Steedng

152927 Screw

139769 Insert, Steering Wheel

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

STD541537 Gripco Nut

150711L Adaptor, Steering Wheel

145054X428 BOot, Steedng Shaft

121749)( Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

121232.X Cap, Spindle

6855M Firing, Grease

STD541431 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16_18 UNC

74780520 BOltFin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1.1/4

STD523710 BOlt, Fin Hex 3J8-16 UNC x 1Gr 5

160367 Spacer Axle

72140618 BOltRDHDSQNK3/8-16X2-1/4

169827 Axle. Brace

175146 Steering Asm

169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

133835 FastnerChristmas Tree

175118 BoltShoufder7/16o20

175553 Clip Steering

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170547 Control, Throt Paddle

2 17720410 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

3 ...... Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No. 461707-0147-E1

4 149723 Muffler Exhaust

5 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left

6 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right

7 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine

8 171877 Boqt5/16-18unc x 3/4 W/Sems

10 145552 Heat Shield Lt

11 STD551125 Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 1/4

12 STD522507 Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20Unc x .75

13 165287 Gasket, Muffler

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

16 STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

17 17490624 Screw Thdro_ 3/8-16x1-1/2 Tytt

23 169837 Shield, BndObr Guard

25 145996 ControlChoke

26 73920600 Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unt

27 152927 Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

29 137180 Arrestor, Spark

31 157103 Tank, Fuel

32 161696 Cap FueiGuage

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

34 106082X Spacer Pad

37 8543R Line, Fuel

38 148315 Plug, Oil Drain Easy

39 109227)( Pad Idler

45 170G0612 Screw Hex Wsh3/8-16 x 3/4

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

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR"" MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY pART

KEY pART NO. NO. OESCRIPTION

NO, NO. DI=SCRIPTtON

1 140123 Seat 3350 BIk/'olkCratlsman 13 121_48X Bushing Snap Btk Hyt 50 Id

2 14G651 _r_cket Pn pivot Seat (t_k) 14 72050412 E301tRdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

sgaeer Sp 28 X 96 Zinc

3 71110616 _o11Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 15 134300 Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 16 121250X

5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976;< Nut LoCk1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zing

6 STO541437 Nut Hex Lock w ins 3/8-16 Uric 21 171852 Bog Sho_er 5/16-18 Unc'2A

7 124181X Spring Seat CprSn 2 250 _t_ Zi 22 STO541431 Nut Hex LOC_w/_ns 5/16-18

8 17000616 Screw 3_,16 x 1.5 sMGML 24 19_71912 Washer 17/32 × 1-3{16 X 12 G_"

9 19131614 Wal_her 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-15 X 62

10 174894 pan Pnt Seat (_k) NOTE: A11componer_t dimensions given in U. S,

11 166369 Knob Seat inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

12 121246)< _racket Pnt Mounting switch

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156439

2 176682

3 171696

4 171697

5 177253

6 133644

7 177289

8 171808

9 163204

11 156368

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Decal, Fender Danger Sears 13 146046 Decal, V-BeR Dr Sch Tractor

Decal, Engine 15 160396 Decal, Mower Ddve Schematic

Decal, Hood, R.H. 19 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

Decal, Hood, L.H. 20 172331 Decal, Deck Sears

Decal, Hood Side 22 149516 Decal, Battery

Decal, Maintenance - - 138311 Decal, Lilt Handle

DecaI, LowerDasb -- t65800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT

Decal, RpJcmnt • -- 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT

Decal, Fender, Craftsman Gold - - 178070 Owner's Manual, English

Decal, Fender STLT Oper Inst FJS - - 178071 Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS AND TIRES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106222X Tire, Front

4 59904 Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

5 106732X427 Rim, Front

6 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

7 9040H Beadng, Flange (Front Wheel

On_y)

8 106108X427 Rim,Rear

9 122082.X Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

11 104757X429 Cap, Axle

NOTE: All componenl dimensions given in U, S,

inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

LIFTASSEMBLY

1718 20

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

LIFTASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lilt Lever Inner Wire Assembly

2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift

3 165767X Pin, Groove

4 120C00(_ E-F_ng

5 19211621 Washer 21/32x 1 x21 Gauge

6 120183X Beadng, Nylon

7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red

11 1398_5 Link, Lift, LH.

12 139866 Link, LEft,R.H.

13 STD6240_ Retainer Spdng

15 173288 Link, Front

16 7_ Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

17 130171 Trunnion

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

19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Beadng, Pvt, Lilt

32 73540600 Nut, CrownJock 3/8-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

Inches "r inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

MOWER DECK

, I 23 24

28 \

.18

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271831

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 67 149846

2 ST[3533107 Bolt 68 144959

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 92 ST[_341437

Front 101 136420

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 10_ 71061010

5 STD624008 RetalnerSpdng 103 19061216

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 104 STD55111 o

S 850857 Bo_t, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 105 160793

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 106 20_9J

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 111 155197

11 134149 Blade, Mulching 112 155198

13 137645 ShaffAssembly, MandreI, Vented 113 17060514

(Includes Key Number 12) 114 STD541431

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel,Vented 115 72110504

15 110485X Beadng, Ball Mandrel 116 4898H

16 174493 Stripper, MowerOeck 117 165746

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8 118 73930600

19 13_8,?.7 Bolt, Shoulder 119 STD551087

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 12_, 143723

21 STD541431 NutCrownlockS/16-18UNC 129 19131312

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 130 STD523710

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector

24 105964X Cap, Sleeve 131 STD533710

25 123713X Sphng, Torsion, Deflector 142 165890

26 110452.X Nut, Push 143 157109

27 130996X428 Shield, Deflector 144 158634

28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga 145 165888

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 146 171977

30 157722 Screw Thdrol Washer Heod 147 131335

31 129963 Washer,Spacer 148 169022

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 149 165898

33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Ftanged 150 19(791216

34 STD533717 Bolt 151 169670

38 133835 Fastner, Chdslmas Tree 152 169676

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 153 169674

37 STD551G37 Washer 13/32x 13/16 x 16 154 169675

Gauge 155 166671

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/8-16UNC 156 169672

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 157 169669

45 STD624003 Retainer 158 17720410

46 137729 Serew, Tnd. Roll 114-20x5/8 159 STD533717

48 133944 Washer, Hardened - * 196794

49 174284 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 - - 169583

51 STD54141g Locknut

52 139968 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

96 165723 Spacer, Retainer

59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler

DESCRIPTION

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Nut

Mutcher Cover

Screw Pan HD Phlllip 10-24 x 5/8

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assemt_y, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw 5/16-18

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Cardage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bo_t,Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centedcck 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/B x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga

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

Gr. 5

Bo4t,Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1

Arm Spdng Brake Mower

Bracket Ann Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Cardage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Rett)m I_eT

Retainer Spdng Yellow Zinc

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

Bracket Clutch

Cable ClutCh 42 In

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Spdng Retainer

Spdng Retention Lever

Spacer

Rod Clutch

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

Bog Rdhd Bqn 3/8-16Unc x 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

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

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

Deck, Order Separately Mulcher

Plate and Gauge Wheel

Components, Key Nos. 101-106

and111-121)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271831

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER206-545C

157

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772147

2 780086A

3 770128

4 776395

5 7764O9

6 778364

6A 778369

7 77833O

8 792180

8A 792047

9 784352

t0 784378

t 1 778334

12 778309

13 775368

14 778368

15 778370

17 786188

18 786102

20 792077A

21 792076

22 792079

25 792073A

25A 792177

26 792125

27 792035

28 788040

29 780072

29A 780160

29B 780051

29(3 780199

3O 780108

31 780(_1

31A 780195

32 788083

34 780194

35 780193

35A 780197

36 790075

37 790007

38 799621

Transaxle Cover 39 786026 DowelPin

Needle Beadng 5/8" 40 792076A FlatWasher

Transaxle Case ,312 ID x .059W

Countershaft 41A 790079 Brake Lever

Output Shaft - 42 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1 /4"

Spur Gear (38 teeth i 42A _A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"

Spur Gear (15 teeth) 43 792075 Locknut 5 / 16 - 24

Spur Gear (11 teeth) 44 790625 Brake Pad Holder

Shift Key 45 786066 Spacer ,2695 x 1,0

Woodruff Key #9 46 786_86 Brake Lever Bracket

Shlg Collar 47 774690 Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)

Shift Rod & Fork 48 774691 Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long)

Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth)

Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 50 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Bevel Gear (13 teeth) 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)

(Include. 14) 52 778352 Spur Gear (19 teeth)

Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth)

(Include. 13) 54 778346 Spur Gear (15 teeth)

Ring Gear (43 teeth) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Drive Pin 57 778337 Spur Gear (13 teeth)

Spacer 1.130 X .695 58 778.353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)

Ball 5/16" die 59 778351 Spur Gear (21 teeth)

Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8" 60 778349 Spar Gear (24 teeth)

Spring .310 OD x .625 L 61 778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth)

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 65 780189 Flat Washer

Screw 1/4°20 x 1-3/6" .563 ID x .062W

Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 66 776422 Input Shag

Retaining Ring 67 776396 Shifter & Stake Shaft

Retainthg Ring 69 792170 Retathlng Ring

Thrust Washer 70 786187 Spacer .890

.627 ID x .031W 71 788(369 Square Cut Ring

Thrust Washer 71B 788092 =O" Ridg

.762 ID x .031W 76 780(_0 Flat Washer

Thrust Washer 1.128 ID x .058W

.762 ID x .031W 77 788078A Inverted Retaining Ring

Anti-Rotation Washer .632 79 792144 Spring ,430 OD x .5000 L

CupWasher 82 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13

1.127 ID x ,032W teeth)

Flat Washer ,750 ID x 056W 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

(Use As Needed) 85 792154 Oil Fill Plug

Flat Washer 87 788089A Oil Seal 9 / 16"

.750 ID x .062W 150 788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone

Oil Seal 5/8" 157 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

Bushing .563 180 73O229A GearOil80W90

Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID 9(;0 794712 ReplacementMST

Flanged Bushing .751 206-545C Transaxle

Brake Disk

Brake Pad Plate NOTE: All component dimensions given in

Brake Pad (pkg of 2) U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271831

BRIGGS&STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER461707,TYPENUMBER0147-E1

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER461707, TYPE NUMBER0147-E1

524 o

441

212

2o5_

414¢_ _ _

583_

51A 51

_ 122_

51 _

54 _

51A

859A \

394 391

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

117

102_

105_

lO4_

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

51A_ 'A

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER461707, TYPE NUMBER0147-E1

725_240_

11036 EMISSIONS LABEL_

425'

227 209_ 211_

2221 689 1136

1131137_ _

86t FUEL PUMP KIT

432_ 392_

164

1119_

445

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271831

BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER461707, TYPE NUMBER0147-E1

105_

801

304

165

306 . 865A_

307J

306A_ 447_

3071

802

513

783

544

797A

797 _

697_

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271831

BRIGGS&STRATI'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER461707,TYPENUMBER0147-E1

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 498583

2 399265

3 391086

4 493304

5 691162

5A 691163

7 271867

7A 271868

8 495754

9 27803

10 690334

11 691899

12 692267

12A 692292

271188

271189

13 691651

15 690946

16 690666

18 495901

19 399264

20 291675

22 691184

22A 693972

23 691976

24 222698

26 499180

499181

499182

499183

26 499184

499185

499186

499187

27 691299

28 498319

498320

29 497912

498317

32 691133

33 390420

34 691302

36 691597

40 690666

40A 691939

42 494553

46 261366

46 691161

47 691964

49 498542

50 213290

51 692276

51A 692219

64 93208

73 692527

74 691677

75 691056

91 693483

95 690718

97 693485

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Assembly 98 807923 Idle Speed Kit

Bushing-Cylinder 102 693509 O Gasket-Carburetor Body

• Seal-Oil 104 693506 O Pin.Float Hinge

105 692078 Q Valve-Float Needle

Sump-Engine

Head-Cylinder No. 1 107 693482 Body-Lower Carburetor

Head-Cylinder No. 2 108 693505 Valve-Choke

•+ Gasket-Cylinder Head #1 109 693498 Shaft*Choke

,+ Gasket-Cylinder Head #2 117 693507 (3 Jet-Main Standard)

Breather Assembly 693500 Jet-Man High Attude)

•+ Gasket-Breather 119 690720 Screw (Upper to Lower

Screw (Breather Assy.) Carburetor Body)

Tube-Breather 121 693503 Carburetor Overhaul Kit

• Gasket-Crankcase 122 691928 Spacer-Carburetor

• Gasket-Crankcase .015) 125 693479 Carburetor

Gaske-Crankcase .065) 130 693504 Valve-Throttle

• Gasket-Crankcase (.009) 133 693512 Float-Carburetor

Screw (Cylinder Head) 146 691639 Key-Timing

Plug-Oil Drain 147 693508 O Jet-Pilot

Crankshaft 161 691401 Base-Air Cleaner

Cover-Crankcase 163 690273 • Gasket-Air Cleaner

Kit-Bushing/Seal 165 693148 Nut (Ring Gear)

• Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 187 499167 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Screw (Crankcase Cover/ Length)

Sump) 188 691003 Screw (Control Bracket

Screw (Crankcase Cover/ 197 690364 Screw (Back P ate)

Sump) 292 690570 Link-Mechanical Governor

Flywheel 293 493230 Crank-Bell

Key-Flywheel 295 690322 Screw (Bell Crank)

Piston Assembly (Std.) 299 691273 Spring-Governor

Piston Assembly (.010 "O.S.) 211 691807 Spdnlg--Governed Idle

Piston Assembly (.020" O.S.) 212 693544 Link-Throttle

Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.) 212A 690571 Link-Throttle

Ring Set-Piston (Std.) 219 394348 Gear-Governor

Ring Set-Piston (.010 "O.S. 220 690412 Washer ((Governor Lever)

Ring Set-Piston .020 "O.S. 222 691366 Bracket-Control

Ring Set-Piston (.039 "O.S.) 227 690762 Control Lever-Governor

Lock-Piston Pin 235 691206 Shield- Fuel Spray

Pin-Piston (Std.) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel

Pin-Piston (.OO5"O.B.) 267 690316 Screw (Casing Clamp)

Rod-Connecting Std.) 276 693510 (3+ Sealing Washer

Rod-Connecting .020" 276A 693497 Q Sealing Washer

Undersize 278 692810 Washer Gov. Control Lever

Screw (Connect ng Rod) 279 690366 Screw Valve Cover)

Valve-Exhaust 297 691331 Nut (Air Filter Retainer)

Valve-Intake 304 495588 Housinq-Blower

Sprlng-Valve (Intake) 305 690960 Screw _BIower Housing

Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 306 690414 Shield-Cylinder

Retainer-Valve (Intake) 306A 690436 Shield-Cylinder

Retainer-Valve (Exhaust) 307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield)

Keeper-Valve 309 497596 Motor-Starter

Valve Tappet 310 690323 Bolt-Starter Motor

Cam Shaft 311 497606 Brush Set

Stinger-Oil 332 691059 Nut (Flywheel)

Short Block (Replacement RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

Engine 460707-2637-E1) High Speed: 3000-3200

Manifold-Intake

•(_ Gasket-Intake Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

•+ Gasket-Intake 358

Screw (Intake Manifold) Q Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

Screen-Rotating NO. 121

Screw (Rotating Screen) + Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

Washer (Flywheel) 1095

Body-Upper Carburetor ± Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Key. No.861

Screw (Throttle Valve)

ShaS-Throt6e NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches linch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER 917.271831

BRtGGS & STRAI-rON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

333 394891 Armature-Magneto 797 690958

334 691061 Screw (Armature) 797A 693167

337 802592 Sparkplug 801 691967

368 495868 Gasket Set 802 691286

359 691077 Washer-Ground Terminal 803 691427

363 691062 807 693511 O

Flywheel Puller

365 690321 Screw Carburetor) 842 271170 •

373 691612 Nut GroundTermna) 847 495715

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 851 493880

391 693487 Body-Fuel. Pump 859 693488 a±

392 693491 O± Spring-Pump Diaphragm 859A 693490 O:_

394 693489 O± Diaphragm-Carburetor 861 693502

395 690481 Cover-Valve Chamber 866 691196

404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank) 865A 691197

414 691872 Washer (Bell Crank) 868 497656

425 691675 Screw (Air Cleaner Cover) 868A 273312

432 693492 0± Cap-Spring 869 691802

434 693493 Cover Diaphragm 870 691844

435 693494 Screw (Diaphragm Cover) 871 231218

441 691176 Bracket-OilFil} 871 231218

445 394019 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 877 393456

447 690297 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 883 692282

449 691044 Screw (Oil Fill Bracket) 818 393815

474 691063 Alternator

505 691029 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 934 691058

507 691972 Insulator 955 693513

510 497606 Drive-Starter 967 272490

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 968 691207

820 691084 Terminal-Ground 971 691100

523 691385 Dipstick 1005 498157

524 692532 • Seal-Dipstick Tube 1006 691247

825 690823 Tube-Dipstick 1019 496726

544 692034 Armature-Starter 1036 695702

551 690415 Cover-Valve 1051 691265

552 690553 Bushing-Governor Crank 1058 274279

552A 690552 Bushing-Govemor Crank 1090 691293

562 690311 Boll (Governor Lever) 1095 498047

573 696040 Plate-Back 1119 691183

601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1132 690353

615 690317 Retainer-Governor Shaft 1136 690329

616 491530 Crank-Governor 1137 690390

629 262539 Sprintg--Throttle Return 1138 690330

635 66538 Boot-Sparkplug RPM Settings:

643 496700 Retainer-Air Filter

689 690555 Spring--Friction

691 690657 • Seal-Governor Shaft

695 693149 Screw (Ring Gear)

697 691625 Screw (Drive Cap)

728 280866 Shield Heat

726 391362 Gear-Ring

741 691285 Gear-Timing

742 690328 Retainer-E Ring

783 693059 Gear-Pinion

789 695050 Harness-Wiring

DESCRIPTION

Nut (Brush Retainer)

Cap-Drive

Cap-End

Housing-Starter

Spacer-Throttle

O-Ring Seal (Dipstick Tube)

Dipstick/Tube Assembly

TerminaI-Sparkplug

Gasket- Carburetor Pump

Kit-Fuel Pump

Cover-Air Guide

Seal-Valve

Seat-Valve (Intake)

Seat-Valve (Exhaust)

Bushing-Valve (Exhaust)

Bushing-Valve (Intake)

Wire/Connector-Alternator

• Gasket-Exhaust

Hose-Vacuum (Cut to

Required Length)

Screw (Fan Retainer)

Plug-Carburetor

Filter-Pre Cleaner

Cover.Air CJeaner

Screw (Air Cleaner Base

Fan-Flywheel

Retainer-Fan

Kit-Label

Label-Emissions

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

Retainer-Brush

Gasket Set-Valve

Screw (Alternator)

Screw (Oil Slinger)

Screw (Control Bracket)

Washer (Control Bracket

Nut (Control Bracket)

Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

358

O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

1095

± Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Key. No.861

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches linch = 25.4 mm

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ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

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