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917o258473
OWNER'S MANUAL
Assembly
o Operation
®Customer Responsibilities
®Service and Adjustments
, Repair Parts
CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment,
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SAFETY RULES
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Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATli"_G HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS..
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
* Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual
and on the machine before stading_
. 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 peoplebefere mowing. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
. Never carp/passengers.
- Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely 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 tumingo
Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off
blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dismounting.
Turn off blades when not mowing_
Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging
chute.
Mow only tn daylight or good adificiaI 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..
I1o SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to !oss-of-controi and
tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
All slopes require extra caution, if you cannot back up the
slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO:
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, rats, 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_
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.
Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments
These can change the stability of the machine.
Keep a!l 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 untessnecessary, and then, turnslowly
and gradually downhill, if pessible_
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 not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
lU. 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
iniured 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 handlinggasoline and ether'fuels. They ere
flammable and vapors are explosive_
Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add luel with the engine
running, Allow engine to cool before refuefing. Do not
smoke
Never refuel the machine indoors..
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, such as a water heater.
,, Never run a machine inside a closed area.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight
and keep equipment in good condition°
,, Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
Clean oil or fuel spillage.. Atlow machine to cool before
stodng.
,, Stop and inspect the equipment it you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running
Grass catcher components aresubject towear, damage and
deterioration, which could expose moving parts or altow
objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and
replace with manufacturer s recommended parts, when nec-
essary_
,, Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as
required,
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portant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT.t!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVEDt
CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug
wire and placewlre where it cannot contact
spark plug in order to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or' making repairs,
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The engine exhaust from this product con-
ins cnemicals Known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears
Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-
tured to give you the best possible dependability and
performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized
Service CentedDepartmento We have competent, well-
trained technicians 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 unit propertyo
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"°
MODEL
NUMBER 917258473
SERIAL
NUMBER
DATEOF PURCHASE
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUN D
ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.
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YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-
ucto Contact your nearest Sears store for details,
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
,, Read and observe the safety rules_
. Followa regularschedulein maintaining, caringforand
using your tractor.
. FoIlow the instructions under"Customer Responsibili-
ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual°
WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov-
ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
HORSEPOWER: 15o5
GASOLINE CAPACITY 1,25 Gallons
AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR
OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY: 3 PINTS
SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM
(GAP: .030")
VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .005" -,007"
EXHAU ST: ,.009" - ,0 t 1"
GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:
1st 1,0
2nd 1,3
3rd 2,1
4th 3,,I
5lh 4.,0
6th 5-1
REVERSE: 1,.6
TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSi
REAR: 12 PSI
CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY
5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS
BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25
MIN CCA: 190
CASE SIZE: UIR
BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FToLBS,,
with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws
(if any). Ifa spark arrester is used, it should be maintained
in effective working order by the operator_
In the state of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws.,Federal laws apply on
federal lands_ A spark arrester for the muffler is available
through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/
Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT
For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment ls maintained, lubricated and tuned up according
to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or
workmanship,
This Warranty does not cover:
Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc,
Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.
Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the
equipment according to the instructions contained tn the owner's manual.
Riding equipment used for commemial or rental purposes.
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, it any battery included with this dding 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.
IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30
DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE,, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER,, AFTER 30 DAYS FROM
THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE 1SAVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO
YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 30 DAYS
FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY,) THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY
WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS iN THE UNITED STATES.
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
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .... .,,............... 3, 17-20
WARRANTY .................................................................. 3
TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ................ :::;;,,;.................. 5
ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 7-10
OPERATION ........................................................... 11-14
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 17
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 21-26
STORAGE ................................................................... 27
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 28-29
REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 32-47
REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 48-55
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................ BACK COVER
INDEX
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Accessories ....................................................5
Adjustments:
Brake ..........................................................23
Carburetor .............................................26
Mower
Front-To-Back ............................22
Side-To-Side ...................................22
Throttle Control Cable .......................26
Air Filter, Engine ....................................19-20
Air Screen, Engine ............................... 20
Assembly ............................................. 7-10
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Battery:
Charging ...............................................8
Cleaning ..................................................18
Installation ................................................8
Levels ..............................................9,18
Preparation ..................................................8
Starting with Weak Battery .......... 24
Storage .............................................27
Terminals ..................................................18
Belt:
Motion Drive
RemovaVReplacement ..............23
Mower Belt(s)
RemovaVReplacement ..............23
Blade:
Sharpening .......................................18
Replacement ........................................18
Brake Adjustment .........................................23
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Carburetor Adjustment ..............................26
Controls, Tractor ..........................................12
Customer Responsibilities ...............17-20
Engine:
Air Filter. ...................................... 19
Air Screen .....................................20
Cooling Fins ............................. 20
Engine Oil .......................................14,i9
Fuel Filter _........................................20
Spark Plug(s) ............................ 20
Tractor.
Battery ..............................................18
Blade ................................................18
Lubrication Chart ..........................17
Maintenance Schedule ............. 17
Tire Care .......................................10,18, 24
Transaxle .........................................19
Cutting Height, Mower .............................13
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Electrical:
Interlocks and Relays ......................25
Schematic ............................................31
Wiring Diagram .................................32
Engine:
Air Filter ..................................... 19-20
Air Screen .................................................20
Cooling Fins .........................................20
Oil Change .....................................................19
Oil Level .......................................... 14
Oil Type .................................... 14, 19
Preparation ......................................13
Repair Pads .................................32-49
Starling .........................................................15
Storage .............................................27
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Filter:
Air Filter'.............................................19
Fuel ................................................................20
Fuel:
Type .......................................................15
Storage ..................................................27
Fuse ...........................................................25
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Hood RemovaVInstaltation ....................25
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Leveling Mower Deck ...............................22
Lubrication:
Chart .........................................................17
Engine .....................................................19
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Maintenance Schedule ..........................22
Mower:
Adjustment, Front-to-Back .............22
Adjustment, Side-to-Side .............. 22
Blade Replacement ...........................18
Blade Sharpening .......................... 18
Cutting Height ...........................................13
Installation ..........................................21
Operation ..........................................14
Removal ...............................................21
Mowing Tips ........................................................15
Muffler _..........................................................20
Spark Arrestor ...................................3,42
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Oil:
Cold Weather Conditions ...........15,19
Engine .........................................................19
Storage ...................................................27
Operation ................................................10-14
Operating Mower ........................................13
Options:
Accessories ..........................................5
Spark Arrester. .....................................3
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Parking Brake .................................... t2,13
Parts Bag ...............................................................6
Pads, Replacement/Repair .................32-49
Product Specifications .............................. 3
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Repair Parts ..............................................32-49
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Safety Rules .......................................................2
Seat ................................................................8
Service and Adjustments ....................21-26
Carburetor .........................................26
Fuse ...........................................................25
Hood Removal/Installation ..............25
Motion Drive Belt
RemovaVReplacement ..............23
Mower Belt(s)
Removal/Replacement .............23
Mower Adjustment
Front-to.Back .................................22
Side-to-Side ........................................22
Mower Removal/Installation ......... 2t
Tire Care ......................................10,18,24
Slope Guide Sheet ........................................57
Spark Plug(s) ........................................................20
Specifications........................................... 3
Starting the Engine ......................... 14-15
Steering Wheel ................................................7, 24
Stopping the Tractor .....................................13
Storage .........................................................27
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Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ...... 26
Tires ........................................ 10, 18, 24
Trouble Shooting Chad .......................28-29
Transaxle ............................................................19
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Warranty ............:.......................................................3
Wiring Diagram ........................................32
Wiring Schematic ......................................31
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ACCESSOBI
AND ATTACHMENTS
These accessories and attachments were avaifable through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased,.
Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tracton
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
SPARK PLUG GAS CAN AIR FILTER BLADES BELTSENGINEOIL FUEL STABILIZER
PERFORMANCE
Sears offersa wide variety of attachments that fityour tractor. Many ofthese are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help
you,. This listwas current at the time of publication;however, it may change infuture years - more attachments may be added, changes
may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model Contact your nearest Sears store for the
accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor,
Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy
attaching and detaching,
AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn,. Ta_
pered 2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs
puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in,
Steel weight tray for increased penetration.
BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a
healthier, neater looking lawn_ Two Permanex containers hold
30-gallon plastic bags.
BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage..
CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available, plus
accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover,
protective mat and dolty.
CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois-
ture and nutrients to reach grass roots.. 36-inch swath_ 24
hardened steel coring tipso 150 lb. capacity weight tray.
EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.
FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters infront of mower deck to reduce
chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain..
GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or3 pull-behind attachments at once,
such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers,
carts or other heavy attachments).
GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce
chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain. Formower decks notso
equipped,
MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and
matted leaves to lawn surfacefor easy pickup Twentyspdng line
teeth. Useful toprepare bare areasfor seeding. Available forfront
or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION
SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and
tosses thatch into large hopper. Mounts behind tractor
MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, Iels you
mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without
changing blades. For models not equipped as 3-ira1 Convertible
mowers. See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this
manual.
RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a
pickup track. Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber,
ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch
diameterwater-tight drum holdsup to390 ibs. ofweight Rounded
edges prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automaticalty
cleans drum.
SNOW BLADE for snow removal only. 14_inch high, 48-inch wide
bladeclears42-inchpathwhen angled left orrighL Raises, lowers
with side lever° Adjustabte skids; replaceable, reversible scraper
bar.. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar
weighL)
SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath_ Drum-type auger handles
powdery and wet/heavy snow. Mounts easily with simple pin
arrangement. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat, 6-inch
diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet. Lift controlled at
tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear
drawbar weight.)
SPRAYERS use 12-voIt DC etectric motor that connects to the
tractor battery or other 12-volt source_ Includes booms for
automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand
has adjustable spray pattem. For applying herbicides, insecti-
cides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers.
SPREADEPJSEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill-
tng easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-
Icers and sand.
SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.
TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36-Inch swath toprepare seed beds,
cultivate and compost garden residue,, Tiller has its own built-in
liftand depth controlsystem and does NOT require a sleeve hitch°
Fitsany lawn, yard or garden tractor° Simply hook up to thetractor
drawbar and gol Optional accessories convert unit for
dethatching, aerating, hiliing,.owithout tools
TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross
links give smooth ride, outstanding traction,
TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel
frame, ABS plastictop;clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree
visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm
and dry° Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun
protector in summer° Optional accessories include: tinted/
tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;
t2-vott amber caution light for mounting on cab top_
VACS for powerfulcollectionof heavy grass clippings and leaves.
Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach
places: VACICHIPPER includes a chIpper-shredder_
WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications°
Uses (1) 55 ib. weight
WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for
snow removal or dozing heavy materials_
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Screws
#10-16 x 1/2
(1) Locknut 3/8-24
(1) Large Flat Washer
(1) Shoulder Bolt 5116-18
(1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x t
(1) Lock Washer 1/2
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(2) Lock Washers #10
(2) Weld Nuts #10 _ 1
(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20
(1) Washer 17/32
x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge ..............
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(2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge
Screws #10 x 5/8
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(2) Lock Washers 1/4
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(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge
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Seat
Steering
Boot
Mulcher
Plate
Steering
Wheel
Manual
Video
Cassette
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Steering Wheel
Adapter'
Steering
Wheel
Insert
_=_ teering
Bushing
(2) Keys
(2) Latch Hook
Assernblys
Slope Sheet
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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_
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set wilt make assembly easier, Standard
wrench sizes are listed.
(1) 5/t6" wrench
(2) 7/16" wrenches
(t) 1/2" wrench
(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) 3/4" wrench
Tire pressure gauge
Utility knife
(1) phillips screwdriver
When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it
means when you are in the operating position (seated
behind the steering wheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons
from carton (See page 6).
= Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners
of carton, and lay panels flat.
o Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and
remove°
BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFFSKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)
° Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft.
° Raise steering shaft forward untilscrew holes in dash
line up with steering bushing° Install two (2) sheet
metal screws and tighten securely_
o Positionsteering boot over steenng shaft,
° Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and
push down to secure,
° Slide steering wheel adapter ontoupper steering shaff,
Positionfront wheels ofthe tractor so they are pointing
straight forward°
Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal
(left to right)and slide onto adapter.
° Assemble large flat washer and 3/8_24 Iocknut and
tighten securely°
° Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering
wheel.
Remove protective materials from tractor hood and
gri&
IMPORTANT:CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES
tN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR
IS TO ROLL OFF SKID
WHEEL ""-------.......___
ADAPTER , TABS
STEERING /_
(ASSEMBLY
POSITION)
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STEERING SHAFT
(SHIPPING POSITION)
FIG, 1
SHEET
METAL
SLOT
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-
tion section for location and function of con-
trols)
Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to
its highest position.
° Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake
pedal°
° Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
° Roll tractor backwards off skid,
Remove banding holding discharge guard up against
tractor,.
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ASSEMBLY
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3)
CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-
nals 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 acciden-
t!! gr°unding; ..... ...........
Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat
pan to raised position.
° Open battery box door°
Remove terminal protective caps and discard.
If this battery is put into service after month and year
indicated on label (label located between terminals)
charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amp&
First connect RED batter,] cable to positive (+) terminal
with hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer and hex nut as
shown. Tighten securely.
Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi-
nal with remaining hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer
and hex nut° Tighten securely°
° Close battery box door.
Open battery box door for:
° Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-
ware),
° Inspection for corrosion.
Testing batter,].
° Jumping (if required).
Periodic charging.
DISCARD
TERMINAL
PROTECTIVE
HEX
NUT
LOCK
WASHER
FLAT
WASHER
HEX
BOLT
NEGATIVE
(BLACK) CABLE
POSITIVE
(RED) CABLE CAPS
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SEAT
PAN
BOX DOOR
FIG. 3
INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.
Remove cardboard packing on seat pan_
Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.
Assemble adjustment bolt, lockwasherandflatwasher
Ioosefy. Do not tighten.
° Tighten shoulder bolt securely.
° Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.
= Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which
aUows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way
down.
, Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.
Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.
SEAT
SEAT PAN
SHOULDER
BOLT
FLAT WASHER
ADJUSTMENT WASHER
BOLT
FIG. 4
FIG. 2
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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(See Figs. 5 and 6)
o Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,
washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown,
NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting
weld nut from the top with hook pointing down,
Tighten hardware securely.
° Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.
Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck
opening and slide into place, as shown_
° Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.
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CAUTION: Do not remove discharge
guard from mower. Raise and hold
guard when attaching mulcher plate
and allow it to rest on plate while in
operation.
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TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR
DISCHARGING
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.
Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of
optional grass catcher accessory,
NOTE: It is not necessaryto change blades. The mulcher
blades are designed for discharging and bagging alsoo
WELD NUT
FROM THE TOP
HOOK POINTS
DOWN
LOCK
WELD. WASHER
.UT \
"_ _ SCREW
LATCH
HOOK
HOOK
WASHER
MULCHER
PLATE
LOCK
WASHER
WASHER
_SCREW
DEFLECTOR
SHIELD
FIG. 5
WELD
NUT
LATCH
HOOKS
FIG. 6
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ASSEMBLY
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for
shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for
best cutting performance_
° Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly
leveled. See 'q'O LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this rnanual.
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 routed
correctly,
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 SATfSFA CTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT,
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
/ All assembly instructionshave been completed°
,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.
v" Batteryis properly prepared and charged. (Minimum
1 hour at 6 amps)o
,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
v" All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,
the tires were overmflated at the factory).
/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/
front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be
properly inflated for leveling).
V" 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 A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT'
ITEMS:
/ Engine oil is at proper' level,
v' Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline.
,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and
function, Operate them before you start the engine_
/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
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OPERATION
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product_ Learn and understand their meaning°
BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW
WARNING
ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON L_GHTS OFF
FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT
DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED
LOCK LOCKED
MOWER LIFT
REVERSE NEUTRAL
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED
HIGH
L
LOW
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED
PARKING BRAKE
IGNITION
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY
HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL
(Hydro Models only)
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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR
Compare the illustrationswith your tractorto familiarize yourselfwith the locations of various controls and adiustmentso Save
this manual for future reference.
IGNITION
AMMETER ATTACHMENT SWITCH LIGHT
CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH
THROTTLE/
CHOKE
CONTROL
CLUTCW
BRAKE
PEDAL
LIFTLEVER
PLUNGER
ATTACHMENT
L]FT LEVER
o
MOWER DECK
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
PARKING
BRAKE
GEARSHIFT
LEVER
FIG. 7
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/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and
controllingengine speed,
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak-
ing 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 tilt
lever when changing its position.
IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the
engine.
AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging
(-)
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OPERATI
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which
can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while
operating your tractor or performing anyadjustments or repairs. We recommend awide
vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
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HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)
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°
Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position
and hold.
. Place parking brake lever in"ENGAGED" position and
release pressure from clutch/brake pedal Pedal should
remain in"BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake
will hold tractor secure,.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER
"ENGAGED" POSITRON
"DISENGAGED"
POSITION
IGNITION
KEY
THROTTLE/CHOKE PARKING
CONTROL LEVER BRAKE
"ENGAGED"
POSITION
GEAR-
SHIFT
LEVER
"BRAKE"
POSITION
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL
"DRIVE" POSITION
PARKING BRAKE
"DISENGAGED" POSITION
FIG, 8
STOPPING (See Fig. 8)
MOWER BLADES -
° Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-
sition.
GROUND DRIVE -
Depress clutch/brake pedal into fult "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.
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NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing
idlewith 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.
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CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-
pletely, as described above, before leav- I
ing the operator's position; to empty I
grass catcher, etc. I
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TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)
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 perfor-
manceo
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
(See Fig. 8)
The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the
gearshift lever.
° Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and
gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
Move gearshift lever to desired position.
o Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.
IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP
BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE
TO DO SO WELLSHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR
TRANSAXLE.
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
(See Fig. 8)
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 approximately 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°
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TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) TO OPERATE ON HILLS
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-
ing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
with the engine running andthe attachment clutcit engaged
will shut off the engine.
- Select desired height of cut
Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch
control
TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment
clutch control "
!_ CAUTION: Do not operate the mower !
without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the dis-
charge guard in place.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER
"DISENGAGED" POSITION
"ENGAGED"
POSITION
ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER
HIGH POSITION
DISCHARGE
GUARD
FIG. 9
,_ ..................CAUTION: Do not drive up or down {
hills with slopes greater than 15° and
O do not drive across any slope
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Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down
hills
Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills
If slowing ts necessary, move throttle control lever to
slower position
tf 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
aIJowed room for tractor to rol_slightly as you restart
movement.
To restart movement, slowly release parkingbrake and
clutch/brake pedal
Make all turns slowly
TO TRANSPORT
Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach_
ment lift control
When 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)
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 14)
The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the
factory, already filled with summer weight oil,
Check engine oil with tractor on level ground
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 necessary, add oil until
"FULL' mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill
For' cold weather operation you should change oil for
easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the
Customer Responsibilitiessection of this manual)°
To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-
ties section inthis manual
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ADD GASOLINE
OPEBATION
° 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 TEMPERATURES
BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE
GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING.
WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage° Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-
age of 30 days or longer, Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-
tions for additional information. Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank
filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
use gasoline near an open flame.
TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)
When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine
has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move
fuel from the tank to the engine.
° Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch_rake
pedal and set parking brake,
. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position,
° Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.
Move throttle control to choke position.
Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting
procedures below.,
Insert keyinto 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 sec-
onds per minute. If the engine does not start after
several attempts, move throttle control to fast position,
wait a few minutes and try again. Ifengine still does not
start, move the throttle control back to the choke
position and retry.
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)
° When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast
position.
° The attachments and ground drive can now be used, If
the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine
and allow itto warm up for one minute using the choke
as described above°
COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below)
° When engine starts, allowengine to run with the throttle
control in the choke position until the engine runs
roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This
may require an engine warm-up period from several
seconds to severalminutes, depending on the tem-
perature.
° The attachments can also be used during the engine
warm-up period,
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 '%0
ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual_
MOWING TIPS
Tire chainscannot be used when the mower housingis
attached to tractor°
° Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing
performance. See'TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in
the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
° The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-
mingo
Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area
that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the
machine. This will result in a more even distribution of
clippings and more uniform cutting.
o When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right
so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,
fences, driveways, etch After one or two rounds, mow
in the opposite direction making left hand turns until
finished (See Fig. 10)_
o If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to
reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried ctip-
dpingsoMake first cut relatively high; the second to the
esired height.
Do not mow grass when it is wet° Wet grass will plug
mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to
dry before mowing°
° Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to
assure better mowing performance and proper dis-
charge of material. Regulate ground speed by select-
ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting
performance as well as the quality of cut desired.
° When operating attachments, select a ground speed
that will suit the terrain and give best performance of
the attachment being used.
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FIG. 10
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MULCHING MOWING TIPS Forbestresutts,adjustthemowercuttingheightsothat
the mower cuts off only the top one-thirdof the grass
IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP
MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND blades (See Figo!1 )_For extremely heavy mulching,
TRASH_ CLEAN AFTER EACH USE_ reduceyourwidthof cuton each pass and mow slowly,,
The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-
pings many times and reduce them in size sOthat 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.
Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-
quire that an area be mulched a second time to
completely hide the clippings. When doing a second
cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.
Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow
north to south one week then change to east to west the
next week., This will help prevent matting and graining
of the lawn.
FIG_ 11
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CUSTOMER RESPO BILUTIES
i
CheckBrakeOporat on . . , , , _ . 1
Check Tire Pressure _
Check for LooseFasteners _' !_'7 I_ ' ' ' ' '
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T Check BatteryLevel/Recharge
0 Clean Battery and Terminals _
R checkfrans_le cooling _ , _/
AdjustBlade Belt(s)Tension _/S ................
AdjustMotion Drive Belt(s)Tension Ks
CheckEngineOil Level IV #' _ ........
Change EngineOi' i_ .......... $/_'1_'.3..... 1_'
CleanAir Filter
E
U CleanAir Screen ..... _2 .......
G inspectMuffler!SparkArrester
I Replace OilFilter(if equipped) " ' ' ' ...... ' _.2 '"
N Fins " ' :_/2' ' ' -- i" 'i "
ReplaceSparkPlug _#' _1'
ReplaceAir Filter PaperCartridge .... _4'2 ' ' " ' "
ReplaceFue!Filter .
i - Change
2 - Service more often when operating indirtyor dusty conditions
3 - If equipped with oilf_ter, change olievery 50 hours_
4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain
tractor as instructed in this manual
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your tractor,
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual shouid be checked at least once each season.
Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean
or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for
wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better
and last longer,,
BEFORE EACH USE
Check engine oil level
Check brake operation,,
° Check tire pressure,
. Checkfor loose fasteners,
5 - {f equipped with adjustab{e system
6 - Not required it equipped with maintenance-free battery.
7 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 it .Ibs maximum
Do not overtighten.
LUBRICATION CHART
(_SPINDLE ZERK_ SPINDLE ZERK (_)
17
(_ FRONT WHEEL"_._'_:I ==========================
BEARING ZERK _ ._
(_ATTACHMENT_ ::::::::::::::'
(_)SAE 30 OR I0W30 MOTOR OIL
(_)GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
_ RONT WHEEL (_)
BEARING ZERK
_ ENG,NE®
_GEARSH'_O
PIVOTS
(_)REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS° VISCOUS LUBRI-
CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN
THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS, IF YOU
FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-
DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.
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TRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when performingany mainte-
nance.
BRAKE OPERATION
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
(See 'q'O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual).
TIRES
Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD-
UCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual).
= Keep tires free ef gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-
cals which can harm rubber.
Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and
other hazards that may cause tire damage°
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TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13)
Care shoufd be taken to keep the blade balanced. An
unbalancedblade will cause excessive vibration and even-
tual damage to mower and engine_
° The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding
wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower,
° To check blade balance, you wilt need a 5/8" diameter
steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer,, (When using a cone
balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-
ancer).
° Slide blade onto an unthreaded portionof 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,.
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of
the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer_ Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
corrosion.
BLADE CARE
For' best results mower' btades must be kept sharp_ Re-
place bent or damaged blades.
BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12)
° Raise mower to highest position to allow access to
blades.
. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer secur-
ing blade.
. Installnew or resharpened blade with trailingedge up
towards deck as shown.
Reassemble hex bolt, lockwasher and flat washer in
CENTER HOLE / /
5/8" BOLT BLADE
OR PiN J
FIG. 13
BATTERY
exact order as shown.
. Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs, torque).
IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT 1SGRADE 8 HEATTREATED,,
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if
,ou do, be sure the blade is balanced.
BLADE
MANDREL
ASSEMBLY
TRAILING
EDGE UP
LOCK WASHER
',HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*
*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE
IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.
Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-
cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the
battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.
° Keep battery and terminals clean.
Keep battery bolts tight.
Keep small vent holes open.
° Recharge at 6-10 amperes for1 houL
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause
the battery to "leak" power.
= Open battery box door.
Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-
tory cable and remove battery from tractor,
° Rinse the battery with plain water and dry,
Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush
until bright.
Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly,
° Reinstatl battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the
Assembly section of this manual).
FIG. 12
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CUSTOIVlE
V-BELTS
Check V_beltsfor 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 AP1 service
classification SF, SG, or SH Select the oil's SAE viscosity
grade according to your expected operating temperature
SAE ViSCOSiTY GRADES
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4
OF .20_ O= 30" 32= 40° 60" 80" 100°
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTtGIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
NOTE: Although multi viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etch)
improvestarting in cold weather, these muftiwiscosity oils
wilt result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F Check your engine oil leve! 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 ayearif the tractoris not used for25 hours in oneyear
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each eight (8) hours of operation° Tighten oil fill
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig 14)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change°
All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SHo
Be sure tractor is on Ievel surface
Oil will drain more freely when warm
Catch oil ina suitable container
Remove oil fill cap/dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt
to enter the engine when changing oil
. Remove drain plugo
° After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely
Refill engine with oil through oil fil! dipstick tube Pour
sIowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this
manual°
° Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level Be
sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate
reading° Keep oil at 'FULL line on dipstick
/
FIG. 14
OIL FILL
CAP/DIPSTICK
OIL DRAIN
PLUG
AIR FILTER (See Fig. 15)
Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter,
Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera-
tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100
hours of operation or every season, whicheveroccursfirsL
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions_
. Remove knob(s) and cover.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
° Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge
o Wash it in liquid detergent and water
= Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth°
° Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in cEean, absorbent
cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil
o If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cieanero
° Reinstall pre cleaner over cartridge
= Reinstaif cover and secure with knob(s)
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
= Remove cartridge nut
° Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from
entering carburetor Clean base carefully to prevent
debris from entering carburetor
= Clean cartridge bytapping gentlyon flat surface If very
dirb/or damaged, replace cartridge
o Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, cover and secure
with knob(s)
IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS SUCH AS
KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE
CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF
THE CARTRLDGEo DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE DO NOT
USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY
CARTRIDGE°
KNOB
COVER
CARTRIDGE
NUT
FOAM
_BASE
PAPER
CARTRIDGE
19 FIG. 15
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CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16)
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_
NSIBILITIES
ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 16)
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to
prevent engine damage from overheating.
Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing
and dipstick tube assembly off engine.
Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt.
Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly
clean engine cooling fins.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel
filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required°
With engine cool, remove _ter and plug fuel line
sections.
Place new fuel filter in position in fue! line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor.
Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned.
Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline,,
CLAMP
___D CLAMP
To reassemble, reverse above procedure.
SCREWS
BLOWER HOUSING
SCREWS
OIL FILL
TUBE
ASSEMBLY
AIR SCREEN
ENGINE COOLING FINS
SPARK
PLUG
FIG, 16
FUEL
RLTER
FIG. 17
CLEANING
Cfean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc, of all foreign
matter.
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc.
Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your
tractor uniess the electrical system, muffler', air lifter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water' in engine
can result in a shortened engine life.
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" on page 3 ofthis manual.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
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CAUTION:
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BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.
Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with
plug,
TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18)
Mower willbe easier to remove from the rightside of tractor
o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position°
Move attachment liftlever forward to lowermower to its
lowest position.
° Roll belt off engine pulley_
° Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing
retainer spring_
o Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by
removing retainer spring.
° Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets
by removing retainer springsr
° Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer
springs°
Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms° Slide mower
out from under tractor.
IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE
MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR,
REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS_
TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 18)
Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position..
Slide mower undertractorwith discharge guard to right
side of tractor,
° Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
° Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions_
CLUTCH LEVER
RETAINER
SUSPENSION ENGINE
ARMS PULLEY
_i\ RETAINER
SPRINGS
(BOTH SIDES)
RETAINER
SPRING
/
ANTI-SWAY BAR
RETAINER
SPRINGS
(BOTH SIDES)
FIG. 18
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AND ADJUSTMENTS
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" on page 3 of this manual).
Iftires are over or' underinflated, you will not properly adjust
your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)
o Raise mower to its highest position.
At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height
" " "on
from bottom edge of mower to ground_ D_stance A
' " " 1 4"
both stdes of mower should be the same or within /
of each other
- If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one
side of mower only.
To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment
nut on that side.
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'L
Recheck measurements after adjusting.
BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE
OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO
GROUND GROUND
A
GROUND LINE
FIG. 19
LIFT LINK
ADJUSTMENT NUT
SUSPENSION
ARM
FIG. 20
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs., 2t and 22)
IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE.TO-SIDE. 1F
THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT tS
NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS
EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-
SIDE
To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing
should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to
1/2" lower than the rear when the mower' is in its highest
position,
Check adjustment on right side of tractor, Measure dis-
tance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom
edge of mower housing as shown.
° Before making any necessary adjustments, check that
both front links are equal in length., Both links should
be approximately 10-3/8'L
- 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.
oo, "', MANDREL
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FIG. 21
BOTH FRONTLINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH
NUT
NUT "F" __:___"
FRONT LINKS TRUNNION
FIG, 22
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AND ADJUSTMENTS
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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 23)
The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools°
Park the tractor on level surface° Engage parking brake°
BELT REMOVAL -
o Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this manual),,
Work belt off both mandret pulleys and idler pulleys_
. Pult belt away from mower.
BELT INSTALLATION
° Install new belt in reverse order of removal
= Make sure belt is inall pulley grooves and insideall belt
guides,
° install mower inreverse order of removal instructions°
WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"
NUT "A"
JAM NUT
OPERATING
ARM
MANDREL IDLER
PULLEY PULLEYS
MANDREL
PULLEY
FIG. 23
TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig, 24)
Your tractor is equipped withan adjustable brake system
which is mounted on the right side of the transaxleo
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjuste&
Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake,
Measure distance between brake operating arm and
nut 'W' on brake ro&
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"o
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 necessary. Contact your nearest au-
thorized service center!department.
FIG. 24
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 25)
Park the tractor on level surface_ Engage parking brake.,
For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on
bottom side of left footresL
Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this
section of this manuaL)
= Remove upper belt keeper,
° Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.
° Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt
upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep-
ers.
Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards
from around engine pulley°
° Install new belt by reversing above procedure.
IMPORTANT; MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS
POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOOATOR TABS,
PULLEY
CLUTCHING
IDLER
TABS
UPPER BELT
KEEPER
IDLER
PULLEY
FIG. 25
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AND ADJUSTM
TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND AD-
JUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and 27)
The transaxte should be in neutral whenthe gear shift lever
is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is
preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed,
proceed as follows:
Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).
° Loosen two Iocknuts on tie rod.
° Turn center rod until gearshift lever falls into neutral
lock gate on fender console_
° Tighten locknuts securely,
GEARSHIFT' LEVER
FIG. 26
CENTER ROD
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
(See Fig. 28)
Block up axle securely.
Remove axle cover, retainingringand washersto allow
wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do
not Iose),_
Repair tire and reassemble.
On rear wheels only: atign grooves in rear' wheel hub
and axle. Insert square key.
, Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in
axle groove.
° Replace axle cover,
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fiat tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
corrosion
WASHERS
RETAINING
RING
TIE ROD
TRANSAXLE
FIG. 27
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT
If steering wheel crossbarsare not horizontal(left to right)
whenwheels are positionedstraight forward, removesteer-
ingwheel and reassemble per instructionsinthe 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 your nearest authorized
service center!department.
AXLE COVER
J
_SQUARE KEY
(REAR WHEELONL_
FIG. 28
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY
(See Fig. 29)
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i& AUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-
ateexplosivegases. Keepsparks, flame
and smoking materials away from bat-
teries. Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.
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tf your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be
recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for' emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12
VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM, THE OTHER
VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE
GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR
BATTERY TO START OTHER VEH[CLES.
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -
Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE
(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short
against chassis.
Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-
TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery_
° Connect the other' end of the BLACK cable to good
CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery'°
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ViCE AN ADJU
TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -
BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully
charged battery°
RED cable last from both batteries:
POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL
CABLES
CHARGED
BATTERY
POSITIVETERMINAL NEGATIVETERMINAL
FIG. 29
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
Raise hood.
° Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the
grill
o Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely
back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
° Close hood.
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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 of this manual
TO REPLACE FUSE
Replace with 30 amp automotive_type plug-in fuse. The
fuse holder is located behind the dash.
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY
(See Fig. 30)
o Raise hood,
° Unsnap headlight wire connector.
o Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilttoward
engine and lift off of tractor.
To replace, reverse above procedures,.
HOOD
HEADLIGHT
WIRE
CONNECTOR
FIG. 30
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTM
ENGINE
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE
(See Fig. 31)
The throttle contro! has been preset at the factory and
adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as
described below before loosening cable° tf adjustment is
necessary, proceed as follows:
With engine not running, move throttle control lever
from slow to choke position, Slowly move lever from
choke to fast position°
Check that holes"A" in governor control leverand hole
in governor' plate line-up. If holes "A"are not aligned,
loosen clamp screw and movethrottle cable until holes
are aligne& Tighten clamp screw securely°
GOVERNOR
CONTROL LEVER
GOVERNOR
CONTROL PLATE
HOLES *'A" CLAMP
SCREW
THROTTLE
CABLE
FIG. 31
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 32)
The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-
ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust-
ment may be requiredtocompensate for differencesinfuel,
temperature, altitude or load. if the carburetor does need
adjustment, proceed as follows:
In general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) de-
creases the supply offuel tothe enginegivinga leaner rue!/
air mixture. Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter-
clockwise)increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving
a richer fuel!air mixture_
IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE AND
THE SEAT IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS
TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.
PRELIMINARY SETTING -
Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu-
retor when making carburetor adjustments_
Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted propedy
(see above),
o With engine off turn idle mixture valve in (clockwise)
closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock_
wise) 1 full tum.
FINAL SETTING -
.o Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make
final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion
control lever in neutral (N) position.
* Move throttle control leverto stow position. With finger,
rotate and ho[d throttle lever against idlespeed screwy
Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM
° While still holding throttle lever' against idle speed
screw, turn idle mixture vaive in (clockwise) until en-
gine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise)
until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway
between those two positions, Release throttle lever,
ACCELERATION TEST -
Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If
engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out
(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue
to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates
smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust -
damage may result.
IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE
GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER
ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE
THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTtNG CAN BE
DANGEROUS., IFYOU THINKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED
HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR
NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/
DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND
EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY
ADJUSTMENTS_
THROTTLE IDLE SPEED
LEVER SCREW
IDLE MIXTURE
VALVE
FIG. 32
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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_
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CAUTION: Never store the tractor with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.
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TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor for winter storage, When
mower is to be stored for a period of time, ctean it thor-
oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a
clean, dry area.
Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" in the Customer
Responsibilities section of this manual).
° Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-
placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).
° Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual
- Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely
fastened° Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear. Replace if necessary.
. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightlybefore painting_
BATTERY
° Fulty 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'_FO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-
tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).
° After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place
cables where they cannot come in contactwith battery
terminals.
° Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached°
If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not
store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL
SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,
FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,
EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED
FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR
METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS
TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING
STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL
SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE°
° Drain the fuei tank,
o Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty.
° Neveruse engineorcarburetorcleanerproductsin 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 stor-
age, Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuet tank or storage
container. Always foltow 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 enginewarm) and replace with clean engine
oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual).
CYLINDERS
o Remove spark plug(s)o
° Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into
cylinder(s)_
° Turn ignition key to"START" position for a few seconds
to distribute oil
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 condensation to form and
will cause your tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHFLEENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM,
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PROBLEM
Wtl! not start
Hard to start
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Engine will not turn over
Engine clicks but will not
start
Loss of power
Excessive vibration
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
CAUSE
1. Outoffuet+
2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly+
3 Englne flooded
4, Bad spark plug,.
5, Dirty air tilter,
6. Dirty fuel fi[tet
7 Water in fuef
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 fitter+
5 Stale or dirty fuel.
6 Loose or damaged wiring
7, Carburetor out of adjustment
8+ Engine valves out of adjustment+
t. Clutch!brake pedal not depressed
2 Attachment clutch tt engaged.
3 Weak or dead battery+
4+ Blown fuse,
5. Corroded battery terminals
6+ Loose or damaged wiring,
7+ Fautty ignition switch,
8+ Faulty solenoid or starter
9. Fautty operator presence switch(as).
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t. Weak or dead battery+
2. Corroded battery terminals,
3, Loose or damaged widng.
4. Faulty solenoid or starter.
1, Cutting too much grassttoo fast.
2. Throttte in "CHOKE" position.
3. Build*up of grass, leaves end trash under mower.
4, Dirty air filter+
5. Low oil level/dirty oil
6+ Faulty spark plug,
7. Dirty fuel filter,
8, Stale or dirt,] fuel
9, Water in fuel+
10, Spark plug wire loose,
11, Ditty engine air screen!fins
12,, Dtrtytclogged muffler,+
13, Loose or damaged wiring
14. Carburetor out of adjustment
15, Engine valves out of adjustment
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1+ Worn, bent or loose btade+
2 Bent blade mandrel.
3 Looseldamaged part(s).,
CORRECTION
1_ FlUfuel 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 fuei filter
7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refi!l tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel filter
8, Check all wiring.
9 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments
section.
10. Contact an authorized service centeddepartment.
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 widng,
7, See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments
section.
B+ Contact an authorized sergce center/department.
1+ Depress clutch/brake pedal.
2 Disengage attachment clutch
3 Recharge or replace battery,
4 Replace fuse,
5+ Clean battery terminals,
6, Check air wiring
7 Check/replace ignition switch.
8 Check/replace solenoid or starter,
9. Contact an authorized service centeddepartment.
1, Recharge or replace battery
2 Ctean battery termtnais,
3 Check all wiring
4. Check/replace soleno!d or starter., .................
1. Set in"Higher cur posifientreduce speed
2 Adjust throttle control
3 Clean underside of mower housing,.
4, Clean/replace air filter
5 Check oi_leveVchange oK
6 Clean and regap or change spark plug.
7. Replace fuel filter,
8 Drain fuel tank and refifl with fresh gasoline.
9, Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refilFtank with fresh
gasoElne and replace fuel filter,
10, Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
11, Clean engine air screen/fins
12 Cleankeplace muffler,
13 Check all wiring.
14, See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments
section.
15, Contact an authorized service centerldepartment,
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1. Replace blade+ Tighten blade bott
2. Replace blade mandrel.
3 Tighten loose part(s) RepFace damaged parts
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TROUBLESHOOTING POnNTS
PROBLEM
Engine continues to run
when operator leaves seat
with attachment clutch
engaged
Poor cut- uneven
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Mower blades will not
rotate
Poor grass discharge
Headlight(s)not working
(if so equipped)
Battery will not charge
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Engine "backfires"
when turning engine
"OFF"
CAUSE
I Faulty operator-safety presence control system
1, Worn, bent or loose b_ade
2, Mower deck not level,
3o Bulldup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
4, Bent blade mandrel,
5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buifdup of
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels,
I, Obstruction In clutch mechanism.
2, Worn/damaged mower drive belt
3. Frozen idler pulley
4. Frozen blade mandrel.
t. Engine speed too slow.
2, Travel speed too fast
3 Wet grass_
4, Mower deck not level,
5. 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 _nstailed.
10, improper blades used,
1I_ Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
CORRECTION
1, Check wiring, switches and connections If not
corrected, contact an authorized service canted
department
1 Replace blade. Tighten bfade bolt
2. Level mower deck,
3 Clean underside of mower housing,
4, Replace blade mandrel
5_ Clean around mandrels to open vent ho_es,
1 Remove obstnJction
2. Replace mower drive belt,
3 Replace idler pulley,
4 Replace blade mandrel
1, Ptace 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, Replacefsharpen blade Tighten blade bolt,
7_ Clean underside o! mower housing
8_ Replace mower drive belt,
9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down,
t0., Replace with blades listed In this manual,
1t. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes,
1. Switch Is "OFF",
2o BuIb(s) burned out.
3, Faulty Eightswitch.
4, Loose or damaged widng,
5. Blown fuse..
t, Bad battery cell(s),.
2_ Poor cable connections,
3_ Faulty regulator (if so equtpped)_
4. Faulty alternator.
1, Turn switch "ON"
2, Replace bulb(s).
3 Check/replace light switch,
4, Check w_ring and connections,
5o Replace fuse,
t,, Replacebattery,,
2. Check/cleanall connections,
3. Replaceregulator,
4, RepEaceaitemator_
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1. Move throttle control to "SLOW" posit}on and allow
to idle tot 30 seconds before stopping engine
1.
Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"
position for 30 seconds before stopping engine
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SCHEMATIC
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473
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BATTERY
AMMETER
(OPTIONAL)
RED I RED
T
SOLENOID
WHITE
RE___E.__O
IGNITION
SWITCH
IGNITION SWITCH
POSITION
oFF
RUNtLIGHT
RUN
START
CIRCUIT
G+M+L
B+L
B+L
B+L+S
"MAKE"
NONE
A+Y
NONE
NONE
FUSE3OAMP.
_ J
CLUTCH/ BRAKE
{PEDALUP)
BLACK
WHITE
"L___ HOURMETER
(OPTIONAL) O
BLACK
IGNITION
_UEL= L UNIT
BLUE I _'/_\ LINE =I
I I CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT
3 AMP DC O 3660 RPM
FUELSHUT-OFF BLUE
SOLENOID I
ORANGE
STARTER
BLACK
SEAT SWITCH
(NOT OCCUPIED)
WHITE I _.,..(,__1 _
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I _ 1 I !
7 I-
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_ _ F_...r BLACK i
NTC '- " ' -=
r (CLUTCHOFF) I GROUNDING
CONNECTOR
SPARK
PLUG
GAP
(2 PLUGS ON
TWIN CYL
26 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3660 RPM
(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)
UGH11NG SYSTEM OUTPUT DIODE i ALTERNATOR
5 AMP AO @ 3660 RPM
I
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NOTE
YOUR TRACTOR IS
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM,. BROWN
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE,
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE tS NON-REMOVABLE
SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST..
HEADLIGHTS
---O---
REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS
WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.
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ELECTRICAL
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258473
KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
1 144925
2 74760412
3 STD551025
4 STD551125
6 STD541025
7 109238X
8 156417
9 109596X
15 '147688
16 153664
19 STD55! 125
20 73350400
21 136850
22 4152J
24 4799J
25 146!47
26 108824X
28 4207J
29 121305X
3O 140301
31 124211X
32 14'1226
33 109310X
40 156442
41 71110408
42 13'1563
43 145673
44 73640400
45 121433X
52 141940
7O 140422
Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP
Bolt Hex Hd t/4-20unc x 3/4
Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga
Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4
Nut Fin Hex !/4-20 Unc
Tube Plastic 12"
Case Battery
Clamp Hose Olive
Fastener Snap-tn
Switch, Interlock Push-In
Washer Lock 1/4
Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Harness Asm Light W/4152j
Buib Light #1 t56
Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red
Cable Battery 6 Ga w/I6 wire red
Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green
Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black
Switch Plunger Nc Gray
Switch Ign 4 Pos
Nut Ignition
Cover Sw Key Bik I 25 Text SLT
Key ign Molded Craftsman
Harness tgn Man CI Am Hm 97
Bolt Blk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2
Cover Termina{ Red
Solenoid
Nut Keps Blk Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp
Protection Wire Loop
Harness Engine B&S 14 OHV
NOTE: All component dimensions give in U.S_ inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
3O
24
26
14
26
33
10
26
25
5
16 29
19
3
26
145
28
14_...._
4..._.._
13 "_
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14
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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 159530
2 140356
3 17490612
4 STD551025
5 155272
6 155923
7 126842X
8 155138
9 156275X0t0
10 STD533710
11 155927
13 155934X010
14 17490608
15 74180512
16 STD541431
17 154988X574
18 126938X
19 17521312
21 122933X
22 124479X
24 STD523710
25 19131312
26 STD541437
27 17O3O814
28 '140137
29 124029X
30 140001X574
31 136619
33 145244X574
34 145243X574
35 STD533707
38 139886
39 139887
71 73680400
100 I05037X
140 158418
145 156524
147 74760412
-- 5479J
Chassis Weldment
Drawbar Stretch
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty-tt
Washer !3/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga,
Bumper Hood/Dash
Saddle LT Fiat Fender Shift
Shield Ht Hood Kohl/Dia Engine
Clip Retainer Slide On
Dash Silkscreened 1-Pc MoW/Amm
Bolt Carriage 3/8-!6 x 1
Panel Pnt Dash Lh
Panel Slkscr Dash Rh Weldment
Screw Thdrol 318_16x 1/2 Ty*tt
Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-18uncx3/4
Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc
Hood Asm Pnt Weld MS-574
Bumper Hood
Screw Sltd Hex Hd w/Pl Washer
Rivet Ratchet Nylon
Washer Nylon BIk 28 x 75 x 19
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1
Washer 13/32 x 13/32 x 12 Ga
Nut Lock 3/B-16 Unc
Screw Lock Spider #8 x 7/8
Grille Black Ms-428
Lens Headlight Bar Clear
Fender Pnt
Bracket Pnt Fender
Footrest Pnt Lh Lt/Y't!Gt 574
Footrest Pnt Rh Lt!Yt/Gt 574
Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 X3/4
Bracket, Asm. Pivot, Loll., Mower Rear
Bracket, Asm. Pivot, R.H., Mower Rear
Nut Crowniock 1/4-20unc
Strip Foam 18"
Bracket, Suspension Front 7 Ga.
Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4
Plug Button Blk 359 Dia
NOTE: AUcomponent dimensionsgiven inU 3o inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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57
85
1
87 18
21
6
32
61
58
5
51
5
18
52 6
62
42-,...,.
40
42-...
39 _..
35
36
34
37
26
27
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121
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118
26
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KEY
NO.
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
11
t2
13
14
t5
18
19
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
34
35
36
37
38
39
4O
41
42
47
48
49
PART
NO.
146682
123666X
12000028
12! 520X
17490512
141O03
76020416
t05701X
19151216
74550412
STD551125
74490544
7478O616
STD541437
106933X
130804
STD541237
106888X
STD551037
STD561210
145204
124236X
130807
127275X
STD 523107
155071
120183X
STD551 O62
STD571810
123674X
STD523727
4-470J
154777
19131312
127783
154604
123205X
DESCRIPTION
Transaxle, (See Breakdown) Dana,
Model 4360-113
Spring, Extension, Brake
Pulley, Transaxle
Ring, Retainer
Strap, Torque
Screw, Thd, Roll. 5/16-18 x 3/4
Rod, Shift
Pin, Cotter
Washer, Shift Plate
Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 't6 Ga.
Bolt 1/4_28 UNF Grade 8 W/Patch
Washer
Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16 - 18 Gr. 5
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x I Gr. 5
Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 UNC
Knob
Rod, Brake
Nut
Spring, Brake Rod
Washer
Pin
Rod, Parking Brake
Cap, Parking Brake, Red
Bracket, Transaxle
Keeper, Belt, L°H.
Bolt
Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal
Bearing, Nylon
Washer
Rol! Pin
Pu}ley, Idler, Flat
Bolt
Spacer, Split .395 x °59
Keeper, Belt, Idler
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge
Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic
Bellcrank Assembly
Retainer, Belt
KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
50 STD5237t5
51 STD541437
52 STD541431
53 t05710X
55 105709X
56 STD523712
57 13O801
58 127274X
59 t40312
6I 17490612
62 8883R
63 14O186
64 71170764
65 STD551143
66 154778
70 134683
72 19132012
74 109502X
75 121749X
76 STD581075
77 123583X
78 t21748X
80 131488
81 156043
82 123782X
83 19171216
84 132182
85 150360
86 71208
87 19212016
88 12000008
89 139964
9O 124346X
116 7211O610
118 154774
121 154419
Belt
Nut
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC
Link, Clutch
Spring, Clutch Return
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
V-Belt, Ground Drive
Keeper, Belt, R.H.
Keeper, Belt, Center Span
Screw, Thd., Roll 3/8-16 x 3/4
Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Engine
Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr_5
Washer
Keeper, Belt, Engine
Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H,
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge
Spacer, Axle
Washer 25/32 x 1-i/4 x 16 Gauge
E-Ring
ey, Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865
Washer 25/32 x t-5/8 x 16 Gauge
Arm, Shift
Shaft Assembly
Spring, Torsion
Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge
Tie Rod
Nut, Lock Center 1/4 - 28 FNTHD
Bushing, Pivot
Washer
E-Ring
Console, Shift, 6 Speed, N/Ignition
Nut, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4
Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 125
Spacer Bellcrank
Nyliner Clutching STL
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.So inches
1 inch = 25°4 mm
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258473
KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
1 139768
2 154427
3 156483
4 157473
5 6266H
6 121748X
7 19272016
8 12000029
9 3366R
10 156438
1t STD551137
13 '154779
15 739O1OOO
17 156545
18 57O79
19 124035X
20 126684X
22 712O0410
23 127501
25 1544O6
26 126847X
27 136874
28 19131416
29 17490812
3O STD561210
32 130465
36 155099
37 152927
38 139769
39 19133808
40 STD541537
41 104820X
42 124417X
43 121749X
46 121232X
47 6855M
53 73680600
62 156593
65 154780
66 154404
67 74781044
68 154429
69 160367
70 74780636
Wheel Steering Std Black
Axle Asm Stamped Drooped Stl
Spindle Asm Lh
Spindle Asm Rh
Bearing Race Thrust Harden
Washer 25/32 x I 5/8 x 16 Ga
Washer 27132x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga
Ring Klip #t5304-75
Bearing Cot Strg Bik
Link Drag Extended Stamped
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8
Bearing Axle STLT/GT
Locknut Flange 518-11 Unc
Shaft Asm Strg 5/8 x 15 19 Lt
Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033
Support Shaft
Washer Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x 062
Screw Hex Socket 1-4-20 x 5/8
Shaft Asm Pittman
Bracket Steering
Bushing Rod Tie BIk Lt
Gear Sector
Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16ga
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad
Rod Tie Wire Form I9 75 Mech
Bushing Strg 5/8 Id Dash
Screw TT #10-32 5 3/8 Flange
Insert Cap Strg Wheel Std Blk
Washer 13132x 2-3/8 x 8 Ga
Nut Lock Center 3/8-24unf
Adaptor Wheel Strg 640/635id
Boot Shaft Steering
Washer 25/32 x I 1/4 x 16 Ga
Cap Spindle Fr Top BIk
Fitting Grease
Nut Crowntock 3/8-16unc
Kit Steering Assembly
Spacer Axle
Bearing Arm Pittman
Bolt Fin Hex 5/8-1 lunc x 2-3/4
Brace Axle
Spacer Brace Axle
Belt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 2-1/4
NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in UoS. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
12
13
PART
NO,
140122
140551
STD523710
19131610
145006
£,TD541437
124181X
1749O616
19131614
155925
121246X
121248X
KEY PART
DESCRIP_ON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
Seat 3350 Blkiblk Craftsman
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1
Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga
Clip Push In Hinged :
Nut H_.x Lnck w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc
Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty-tt
Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga
Pan Pnt Seat (blk)
Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch
Bushing Snap Bik Nyl 50 Id
14 72050412
15 134300
16 121250X
17 123976X
21 153236
22 STD541431
23 74780814
24 19171912
25 127018X
26 STD551150
NOTE:
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2
Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc
Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt
Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A
Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18
Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr 5
Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62
Washer Lock HW Hlcl Spr 1/2
All component dimensions given in UoS_inches.
1 inch = 25_4 mm
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14
17
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3 7 7 4 14 16
21 5
tl
13
10
15
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 156834
3 160304
4 160305
5 150680
6 133644
7 151799
9 128314
10 149516
11 156439
12 4900J
13 146046
14 150678
DESCRIPTION
Decal, Instruction Operat Eng
Decal, Hood Slope Rh Craftsman
Decal, Hood Slope Lh Craftsman
Decal, Grille Craftsman Sip LT Dov
Decal, Maint Customer Sears Dom
Decal, Panel Side
Decal, Fender Craftsman White
Decal, Btry DngdPsn Eng
Decal, Fender Danger Sears FJS
Decal, Clutch/brake Eng
Decal, V-belt Dr Sch Tractor
Decal, Chassis 42" 6sp
KEY
NO.
15
16
17
18
21
PART
NO.
160396
14O837
150333
156787
131265
138311
145246
145247
161083
161O84
DESCRIPTION
Decal, Mower Drive Schematic
Decal, Saddle Brake Parking
Decal, Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs.
Decal, Mower EZ3 Mulching Sears
Decal, Lightbox
Decal, Lift Handle
Pad, Footrest Rbr Sq Generic 95
Fastner Pop In Footrest
Manual, Owner s (English)
Manual, Owner's (Spanish)
4,10
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
11
1 59192
2 65139
3 106222X
4 599O4
5 I06732X427
6 278H
7 9040H
8 106108)(427
9 106268X
10 7152J
!1 104757X
_- *144334
Cap Value Tire
Stem Value
Tire F Ts t5 X 6 0 - 6 Service
Tube inner Front #35060
Rim Asm 6"front White Service
Fitting Grease
Bearing Flange
Rim Asm 8"rear White Service
Tire R Ts 18x9 5_8 Service
Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service
Cap Axle Blk i 50 X 1 00
Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)
NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoSoinches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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33
37
81
38 78
7
4
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29
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Spark Arrester
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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
132759
17720410
4 137352
13 272293
14 13280324
15 132O0300
16 STD551237
23 156123
29 137180
31 109202X
32 123549X
33 123487)(
35 17490512
37 137040
38 ......
40 124028X
44 17490412
46 19091416
62 STD551131
72 71O70512
78 17490620
81 128861
Control Throt Rh Blk Pd115 t0
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1!4-20x5/8 T
Engine (See Breakdown) B&S Model
28N707-0173-01
Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt
Gasket I 313 ld Tin Plated
Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3"
Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8d 8 Npt
Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
Shield Browning
Arrestor Spark
Tank Fuel I 25 Fr
Cap Asm Fuel Wlsym Vented
Clamp Hose BIk
Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3!4 Tyt
Line Fuel 20"
Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine
Manufacturer)
Bushing Snap NyI BIk Fuel Line
Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4
Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16
Screw Hexhd Cap 5116-18x3/4
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl -1/4 Tytt
Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,Soinches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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13
6
5
19
13
32
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32
13
19
2O
15
2O
161718 20
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258473
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 159460
2 159474
3 105767X
4 12000002
5 19211621
6 120183X
7 125631X
8 122365X
11 139865
t2 139866
13 STD624008
15 127218
16 73350600
17 130171
18 73800800
19 139868
20 STD624008
31 140302
32 73540600
Washer Asm Inner Spring W/
Plunger
Shaft Asm. Lift
Pin Groove
E Ring #5133-62
Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Ga_
Bearing Nylong
Grip Handle Fluted
Button Plunger Read
Link Asm Lift LH,,
Link Asm Lift Roll.
Retainer Spring
Link Front
Nut Jam Hex 112-13 Unc
Trunnion BIk Zinc
Nut Lock W!VVsh 1/2-13 Unc
Arm Suspension Mower
Retainer Spring
Bearing, Pvt. Lift. Spherical
Nut Crownlock 3/8-24
NOTE: Ali component dimensions given in UoSoinches
1 inch = 25,_4mm
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MOWER
76 77
79
17
46
52
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36
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68
34
33
31
105
103
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27
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PARTS
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 144393
2 STD533107
3 138017
4 138440
5 STD624008
6 130832
8 850857
9 STD551137
10 140296
11 134149
'12 129895
13 137645
14 128774
15 t10485X
16 140329
17 7211O610
18 72140505
t9 132827
20 136888
21 STD541431
22 134753
23 131267
24 105304X
25 123713X
26 110452X
27 130968
28 19111016
29 131491
30 157722
31 129963
32 153535
33 137266
34 STD533717
35 133835
36 131494
37 STD55t037
40 STD541437
41 133551
43 140083
44 140088
45 STD624003
46 137729
48 133944
KEY PART
DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
Mower Housing 49
Bolt 50
Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 51
Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 52
Retainer Spring 53
Arm, Suspension, Rear 54
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8 55
Washer, Lock 56
Washer, Hardened 58
Blade, Mulching 59
Bearing, Ball 67
Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 68
(Includes Key Number 6) 71
Housing, Mandrel, Vented 72
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 73
Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 74
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 75
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 76
Bolt, Shoulder 77
Baffle, Vortex 78
Nut, Crownlock 5/!6-18 UNC 79
Stiffener Bracket 80
Bracket, Deflector 81
Cap, Sleeve 82
Spring, Torsion, Deflector 83
Nut, Push 84
Shield, Deflector 85
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 92
Rod, Hinge 101
Screw Thdrol Rolling Washer Head 102
Washer, Spacer 103
Pulley, Mandrel 104
Nut, Toplock, Flanged 105
Bolt 106
Fastner, Christmas Tree 128
Pulley, Idler, Flat 132
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x !6 Ga. - -
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Rod, Pivot, with Nibs - -
Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs
Guard, Mandrel, Loll.
Retainer
Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8
Washer, Hardened
155066
13134O
STD541410
139888
131845X900
133943
155O46
122052X
140086
141043
149846
144200
142427
131870
127847
121748X
120O0029
1289O3
127845
154810
127498
153701
73350600
142O28
120958X
156084
72140618
STD541437
136420
71161010
19O61216
10O71OO0
160793
2029J
153390
19132203
130794
145411
Roller Assembly, Cam Follower
Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5
Locknut
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake
Washer, Hardened
Arm, Idler
Spacer, Retainer
Spring, Torsion Brakes 42"
Guard, Tuv Idler (94)
Knob Custom Oval
V-Belt
Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs
Spring, Return
Arm, Clutch, Secondary
Washer 25/32 x 1_5/8 x 16 Gauge
Ring, Klip
Bolt, Shoulder 3/84 6 UNC x 1o44
Keeper, Spring
Arm, Clutch, Primary
Bushing, Large, Brass
Spring, Mower Clutch
Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC
Trunnion Adj_94
Washer Sintered
Keeper Belt Idler
Bolt Carriage 3/8q6 x 2-1/4
Locknut, Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC
Cover Mulching 42" Biack
Screw Truss Head Phil 10-24 x 5/8
Washer #10
Washer Lock #10
Latch Asm Bagger
Nut Weld
Washer Felt
Washer 13/32 x t-3/8 x 3 Ga.
Mandrel Assembly (includes Key
Numbers 840, 12-15, 31 and 32)
Mower Deck, Complete (Std deck -
order separately mulcher plate
components key nos. t01-106)
NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS, inches
1 inch = 25°4 ram.
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DANA TRANSAXLE- MODEL NUMBER 4360-113
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21
22
27
24
31
32
36
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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.258473
DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-113
KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
1 160939
2 2274J
3 134400
4 105904X
5 160940
6 138235
7 108727X
8 "148266
9 148269
10 2225J
11 134793
12 148268
13 120415X
14 142674
15 138234
t6 110078X
17 105909X
18 105910X
19 '160942
20 160943
21 148267
22 138236
23 73810500
24 142676
25 2244J
26 105916X
27 120470X
28 110070X
29 142677
3O 142681
31 124644X
32 108980X
33 120406X
34 134796
35 t05925X
36 2228J
37 223tj
38 160944
39 124639X
Housing, Upper 40 120472X
Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 4! 105928X
Ball, Detent 42 110084X
Spring, Detent 43 134394
Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X .482 44 120473X
Assy, Shifter 45 142678
V-Ring 46 143697
Bearing, Flange 47 124641X
Seal, Oil 48 106589X
Ring, Retaining 49 120408X
* Assy, Kit, Shim, .625 Shaft 50 105937X
Bearing, Flange 51 2226J
Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.38 X .046 52 134401
Key, Woodruff, No. 9 53 2264J
Assy, Kit, Input Shaft 54 160946
Pinion, Bevel, 14T 55 110081X
Ring, Retaining 56 160948
Chain, 24 Pitches 57 t10071X
Cover, Detent 58 t20952X
Gear, Spur, 12T 59 110082X
Collar, ChJtch 60 160950
Assy, Kit, Clutch Keys 61 142680
Nut, Lock, 5/16-24 62 120961X
Shaft, Intermediate 63 7294J
Key, Woodruff, Noo61 64 108989X
Ring, Retaining 65 160952
Sprocket, 18T 66 120954X
Spacer, 1.131 X I_45 X A94 67 160953
Gear, Spur, 37T 68 138244
Gear, Spur, 35T 69 108996X
Gear, Spur, 30T 70 160954
Gear, Spur, 25T 71 120951X
Gear, Spur, 22"1" 72 120416X
Gear, Spur I9T
Washer, Plain, .640 X 1.37 X _061
Washer, Plain, .632 X 1o00X .046
Washer, Plain, °632 X 1.00 X .031
Assy, Gear, Comb., 12T & 30T
Shaft, Idler
Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755
Sprocket, 9T
Gear, Bevel, 42T
* Assy, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft
Shaft, Drive
Gear, Spur, 12T
Gear, Spur, 15T
Gear, Spur, 20T
Gear, Spur, 25T
Gear, Spur, 28T
Gear, Spur, 31T
Washer, Plain, _632X 1.00 X .060
Washer, Neoprene
Washer, Plain, o758X 1.25X .031
Axle, LH
Gear, Miter, 15T
Ring, Retaining
Gear, Spur, 32T
Shaft, Cross
Gear, Miter, 15T
Axle, RH
Housing, Lower
Puck, Friction
Disc, Brake
Spacer, Brake Puck
Jaw, Brake
Pin, Dowel
Screw, Tapping, 5/16-18 X 2.35
Lever, Actuating
Washer, P_atn,o321X 1o00X .055
Bracket, Anti-Rotation
Puck, Friction
Grease
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.Soinches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258473
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01
523
284A
3 20 634A 842 524 868 868A
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363
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137
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304
305_ 468
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455
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224
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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01
209
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801
311
544
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TRACTOR -.. MODEL NUMBER 917,258473
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01
KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
1 496412
2 399265
3 391086
5 495858
7 272614
8 495735
9 27803
10 94621
tl 281246
12 271916
271997
271996
13 94728
15 94239
16 495162
94196
18 494238
20 291675
22 94624
23 492326
24
25
26
27
28
29
32
32A
33
34
35
37
40
45
46
51
52
53
75
78
222698
49586O
495977
495978
495979
495854
495852
495851
495855
260924
299691
391286
494504
495490
94695
94648
495856
495857
262811
224502
224641
262411
496884
272465
272569
94637
224061
94832
Cylinder Assembly 95
Bearing, Cylinder 98
* Seal, Oil 104
Head, Cytinder 105
*** Gasket, Cylinder' Head 106
Breather Assembly 108
* Gasket, Valve Cover 117
Screw, Sems 118
Tube, Breather 121
* Gasket, Crankcase Cover, ..015" 123
* Gasket, Crankcase Cover, .005" 125
* Gasket, Crankcase Cover, .009" 127
Screw, Cylinder Head 130
Plug, Oil Drain 131
Crankshaft 133
Timing Gear Key 137
Base, Engine 138
* Seal, Oil 141
Screw, Seres, Base Mounting 142
Flywheel and Ring Gear' Assembly, 147
Magneto 164
Key, Flywheel 166
Piston Assembly, Standard Size 171
Piston Assembly, .010" Oversize 187
Piston Assembly, ..020"Oversize 188
Piston Assembly, .030" Oversize 192
Ring Set, Piston, Standard Size 201
Ring Set, Piston, .010" Oversize 209
Ring Set, Piston, .020" Oversize 216
Ring Set, Piston, ,030" Oversize 2t9
Lock, Piston Pin 222
Pin Assy.., Piston, Standard Size 224
Pin Assy., Piston, .005" Oversize 225
Rod Assembly, Connecting 227
Rod Assembly, Connecting, 230
.020" Undersize Crankpin Bore 232
Screw, Hex Washer Head, 1-57/64 238
Screw, Hex Washer Head, 1-5/8 240
Valve, Exhaust 265
Valve, Intake 284
Spring, Valve
Guard, Flywheel
Retainer, Valve Spring
Tappet, Valve
Gear, Cam
**** Gasket, Carburetor (Carburetor to
Elbow) (Also Included in Gasket
Set, Part Number 495993)
*** Gasket, Carburetor
Elbow to Cylinder) '
ud, Carburetor Mounting
Washer, Spring
Screw, Pan Head
94098
495800
231789
231855
231854
22454O
231858
495932
498116
94616
498051
224539
494379
494381
281165
281164
495931
231859
497472
214047
94555
281051
393815
94627
492160
262767
260695
262766
490815
495611
94729
495157
493935
94742
262785
262836
394358
221535
94704
** Screw, Throttle
Screw, Idle Speed
** Pin, Float Hinge
** Valve Float
** Seat, Inlet Valve
Valve, Choke
** Jet, Needle Valve
Valve, Needle
Carburetor Overhaul Kit
Screw, Elbow Mounting
Carburetor Assembly
** Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only)
Valve, Throttle
Shaft and Lever, Throttle
Float, Carburetor
**** Gasket, Float Bowl
**** Washer, Bowl
Shaft and Lever; Choke
** Nozzle, Carburetor
** Pilot, Jet
Elbow, Carburetor
Stud, Rocker Arm
Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting
Line, Fuel (11" Long, Cut to Suit)
Screw, Seres
Screw Assembly, Rocker Arm
Link, Governor
Spring, Governor
Link, Choke
Gear, Governor'
Plate, Governor Control
Screw, Sems, Air Cleaner
Crank, Governor
Lever Assembly, Governor
Washer, Govemor Crank
Spring, Governor Link
Cap, Valve
Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Line)
Clamp, Casing
Screw, Hex Head
* Included in Gasket Set (495993)
NOTE:
** Included in Carburetor Kit (497535)
*** Included in both Gasket Set (495993) and
Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)
**** Included in Gasket Set (495993), Carburetor' Kit
(497535) and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)
All component dimensions given in U.S inches
1 inch = 25_4mm
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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01
KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
284A 94073 Screw, Hex Head 729A 225170
294 810068 Screw, Set 741 262932
304 496280 Housing, Blower 757 213998
305 94786 Screw, Hex, Head, 758 399891
Blower Housing Mounting 759 298909
306 225020 Shield, Cylinder 761 94593
307 94386 Screw, Cylinder Shield 783 280104
309 497595 Motor, Starter 801 394856
3'10 497602 Bott, Thru 802 497605
311 497608 Brush Set 803 497604
333 495859 Armature, Magneto 842 270920
334 93381 Screw, Seres, Armature Mounting 847 496415
337 491055 Plug, Spark 85t 224110
346 93705 Screw, Hex Head 868 494435
356 497708 Wire Assembly 868A 272610
358 495993 Gasket Set 871 262835
363 19203 Puller, Flywheel 872 281361
383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug 875 495862
423 94073 Screw, Sems 877 393456
445 493909 Cartridge, Air Cleaner 947 497157
455 222561 Cup, Screen Mounting 965 94010
467 493903 Knob, Air Cleaner 975 495933
468 494439 Screen, Flush Rotating 977 494385
474 393474 Stator, Alternator 987 281166
482 93621 Screw, Sems t005 281400
510 497606 Drive, Starter 1006 224413
523 495230 Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler 1019 496758
524 68838 * Seal, FillerTube 1022 272475
525 4961!3 Tube, Oil Filler 1023 224552
535 272403 Element, Filter 1026 494432
537 281106 * O-Ring, Air Cleaner 495I36
544 497603 Armature. Starter 1029 224554
552 231597 Bushing, Governor Crank 1033 495992
562 92613 Bolt, Carriage 1034 495248
592 231082 Nut, Hex 1044 94673
60! 93053 Clamp, Fuel Pipe 1054 270723
611 493496 Elbow, Fuel Pipe 1058 272623
614 93306 Pin, Cotter t090 497607
618 262803 Spring, Choke Return
634 281168 ** Seal, Choke Shaft
634A 491323 * Seal, Governor
634B 281167 ** Washer, Throttle Shaft
635 280872 Boot, Spark Plug
646 224546 Brace, Air Cleaner
657 93496 Screw, Sems
663 94620 Screw, Self-Tapping
668 280848 Spacer
718 230192 Pin, Dowel
726 392134 Gear, Ring
[Includes Mountinq Hardware)
727 490324 Cover, Starter
728 94627 Screw, Hex Head
729 281390 Clip, Wire
Retainer, Wire
Gear. Timing
Link, Counterweight
Counterweight Assembly
Pin, Counterweight
Screw, Counterweight
Gear, Starter
Cap, Drive
Cap, End
. Housing, Starter
Seal, Oil Filler Cap
Fill Group, Oil
Terminal, Ignition Cable
*** Seal Assembly, Valve
*** Gasket, Valve
Bushing, Guide (Intake & Exhaust)
Cover, Air Cleaner
Body, Air Cleaner
Diode and Connector Assembly
Solenoid
Nut, Hex
Bowl Assembly, Carburetor
Carburetor Gasket Set
** Seal. Throttle Shaft
Fan, Flywheel
Retainer, Fan
Label Kit
*** Gasket, Cover
Cover, Rocker Arm
Rod, Push, Intake
Rod, Push, Exhaust
Arm, Rocker
Valve Overhaul Kit
Guide Assembly, Push Rod
Screw, Hex Head
Tie, Cable
Manual, Owner's
Retainer, Brush
RPM Settings: Low: 1650-1850, High: 3200-3400
* Included in Gasket Set (495993)
** included in Carburetor Kit (497535)
*** Included in both Gasket Set (495993) and
Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)
.... included in Gasket Set (495993), Carburetor Kit
(497535) and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)
NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches
1 inch = 25_4 mm
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.258473
IF YOU NEED
REPAIR SERVICE
OR PARTS:
FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL
THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1-800-4-REPAIR
(1-800-473-7247)
FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS
INFORMATION AND
ORDERING, CALL THIS
TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1-800-FON-PART
(1-800-366-7278)
FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
HOT LINE, CALL THIS
TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1-800-659-5917
£RAFTIMAN ®
15.5 HP IC
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Each tractor has its own model number, Each engine has
its own model number'.,
The modet number for your tractor witt be found on the
model plate located under the seat.
The model number for your engine will be found on the
blower housing of the engine_
All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,
Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Re-
tai{ Stores,
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
- PRODUCT - TRACTOR
° MODEL NUMBER - 917.258473
,, ENGINE MODEL NO, - 28N707, TYPE NO. 0173-01
PART NUMBER
PART DESCRIPTION
Your Sears merchandise has added value when you
consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with
Sears trained technicians .... professional technicians
specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to
you, we service what we sell.
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