Craftsman 917272241 lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

JCRHFTSMIIH°J

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

48" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272241

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

Visit our Craftsman website: www,sears.com/craftsman

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LIMITED'FWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

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

matedal or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning

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

warranty service is available but a trip charge willapply. This warranty applies only

while this product is in the United States.

ThisWarranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

contained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is =used for

commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than singlefamily household

dwellingsor in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this dding

equipment proves defective in rnatedal or workmanship and our testing determines

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

ranty service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman dding equipment

to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER ORTO SCHEDULE IN-

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

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

which may vary from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT:Thiscuttingmachineiscapableofamputatinghandsand feet and

throwing,objects. Failure to observe the followingsafety instructionscould result in

sedous injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand,arid follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine beforestarting.

• Only allow responsibleadults,who are

familiarwith the instructions,to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objectssuch as rocks,

toys,wire, etc., whichcould be picked

up and thrownby the blade.

• Be sure the area isclear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do net mow in reverse unlessabsolutely

necessary. Alwaysleek down and

behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

directionand do net point it at anyone.

Do notoperate the mowerwithout either

the entire grosscatcher or the guard in

place,

• Slowdown before tuming.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Alwaysturnoff blades,set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when net mowing.

• Stop engine before removinggrass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

• Mow only in daylightor good artificial

light.

• Do net operate the machine while under

the influenceof alcoholor drugs.

• Watch for trafficwhen operatingnear or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload-

ingthe machine intoa bailer ortruck.

• Data indicatesthat operators,age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their abilityto operate the riding

mower safely enough to protecttbem-

selves and othersfrom serious injury.

• Keep machine fl'eeof grass, leaves or

other debris build-upwhichcan touch

bet exhaust/ engine partsand bum. Do

net allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up tooccur. Clean any oilor fuel

spillagebefore operating or storingthe

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

I1.SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor related toloss--of-

control arid tipoveraccidents,whichcan re-

suit in severe injury or death. All slopes

requireextra caution, ffyou cannotback up

the slope or if you feel uneasyon it, do not

mow it.

DO:

• Mow upand down slopes, net across.

• Remove obstaclessuch as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

Watch for holes,ruts,or bumps. Uneven

terrain couldovertum the machine. Ta//

grass can hideobstacles.

Use slew speed. Choose a low gear so

that youwill not have to stopor shift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improvestability.

Use extra care with grasscatchersor

other attachments. These can change

the stabilityof the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do notmake sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoid startingor stoppingon a dope. ff

tireslose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight downthe

slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not rum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turnslowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

• Do notmow near drop-offs,ditches,or

embankments. The mower could

suddenlyturnover if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliffor ditch,or ifan edge

caves in.

• Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilizethe machine by

patting your foot onthe ground.

• Do notuse grasscatcher on steep

slopes.

ttt. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents con occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence ofchildren.

Childrenare 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 core of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enterthe area,

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra core when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra core in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a close_

area.

• Keep nutsand bolts, especially blac

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regula

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves,

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fL

spillage. Allow machine to cool bef¢

stodng.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if y_

strike an object. Repair, if necessar

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subj

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts o=

allow objects to be thrown, Frequel

check components and replace wilt

manufacturer's recommended parts

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and con ct

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, _.

use extra caution when servicingth{

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area isclear of other

peopta before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow In reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before andwhile backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and tam machine off if chik

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, lookbeP

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max

net across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, b

limbs,etc.

• Watch forholes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could over_urnthe

machine. Tall grass can hide obsta

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

thatyou willnot have to stopor shift

while on the slope,

• Avoid starting or stoppingon a slope. If

tires lose traction,disengage the

blades and proceed slowlystraight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shiftinto reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

saw, and then, turn slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to pointout

importantsafety precautions.It means

CAUTIONI!! BECOMEALERT!!I YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: Inorder to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

,_kCAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

,_CAUTION: Towonlythe attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specificationsof the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

ofyour tractor.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California tocause

cancer and birthdefects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_WARNING: Battery pests, terminals

and related accessodes contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductiveharm.

Wash hands after handling,

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OIL TYPE SAE 10W30

(ABOVE 32°F)

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

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS

W/OFILTER:4.0 PIhITS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030")

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0-5.5

(MPH): REVERSE: 0-2.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1 R

BLADE BOLT 45-55 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

ofa new tractor. Ithas been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give you

the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you expedence any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair thistractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain yourtractor properly.

Always observe the =SAFETY RULES".

REPAIRAGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contactyour nearest Sears

store fordetails.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructionsunder "Mainte-

nanco" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_iLWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustionengine and

should notbe used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-cevered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark an'ester 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 Resoumes Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel insert

Steering Wheel

SteeringSleeve

Seat

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

_(1) Knob

Mower

Retainer Springs

)

(2) Retainer Springs (single loop)

(2)Flanged _:_

(1)Front Plate _ " _

10/%,

(4) Adjusting Bar Gauge Wheels i-O_

_ (4) Retainer Springs (_

_ _ y __(double loop)

) ) Washers (4) Shoulder Bolt

3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Gm

L J Nose Roller_

L J _ _'#_ Nose Roller

Nose Roller_ _(2(2) Hex Bolts

(2) Locknuts _ 5/tR-1R x t ) Washer

5/16-18 ......... 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 GaW

Video Cassette

Keys

12) Keys

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywithexceptionofthose parts left

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(2) 9/16" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/

(1) 1/2" wrench drive ratchet

(1) Utility knife (1) Pliers

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When dght or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your pointof

view, when you are in the operating

position(seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of carton, and lay

panels fiat.

3. Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove Iocknut and large fiat washer

from steering shaft.

2. Positionfront wheels ofthe tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steedng sleeve over the

steedng shaft.

4. Positionsteedng wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steedng wheel adapter.

5. Secure steedng wheel to steedng

shaft with Iocknut and large fiat

washer previously removed. Tighten

securely.

6. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steedng wheel.

7. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor isto rolloff skid.

I( )1 - LockNut

__ge FlatWasher

Steering __ _ _)

Wheel_

SteeringWheel

Adapter------'-'-_ _lp

SteeringShaft_ / - - _-=_-_-__,-""",_':

Steerln _. .i ,,

Sleeve ,' _ _,÷ 1 '"

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If thisbattery isput intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

blabellocated between terminals) charge

artery for minimum ofone hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

"'"'-1::" '{" Label

INSTALl -qEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivotseat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

8 slotted hole in pan.

4. Pushdownonseattoengage

shoulderbeltinslotandpullseat

towardsrearoftractor.

5. Pivotseat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and fiat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get offseat withoutmoving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

SeatAdjustmen_tK_FPan __ BSh_ulder

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the apprepdate

instructionbelowto remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing positionto disengage transmis-

sion(See =TOTRANSPORT" inthe

Operation section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_I_WARNING: Before starting,read,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in frontoftractor isclear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check e_gine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in '_ransmis-

sion engaged" position.

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

5. Press lift lever plungerand raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle controlto idle

position.

7. Release parking brake.

8. Slowly depress forward ddve pedal

and ddve tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor and set

parking brake.

10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGEWHEELSTO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper positionwhen

operating mower. Be sure they are

propedy adjusted to ensure optimum

mower performance.

1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge

wheel bar aligning holes are on top.

Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using shoulder belts, 3/8 washers and

3/8-16 center lecknuts and tighten

securely.

2, For ease of mower to tractor assem-

bly, raise gauge wheels to highest

positionand retain with clevis pins

and spdng retainers.

NOTE: Adjustgauge wheels before

operating mower. See "TO ADJUST

GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation

section of this manual.

Pin-_

Shoulder _..

Bolt Bar

Ga__

3/8 Washerf v _ Locknut

TOATTACHNOSEROLLER

1. Positionbrackets,17/32x7/8x16

gaugewashers,andnoseroller

betweendeckmountingbracketsas

shown.Besuretopositionbrackets

oncorrectside,asshown.

2. Installhexboltsandlocknutsas

shown.Tightenhardwaresecurely.

NOTE:Besurebrackettabsareposi-

tionedintabholesindeckbrackets.

Tab NoseRoller

Lock

"B"Bracket

Hex Bolt

Bracket

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be suretractorisonlevelsurfaceand mover

suspensionan-nsare raisedwithattachment

liftconlrnl.Engageparld'KJbrake.

1. Cut and remove ties secudng anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar to left side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to dght side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

liftcontrol.

5. Be sure belt tension red is in disen-

gaged position. Lock

Belt Tension Rod

Disengaged Position

Gauge

Wheel_

Double Loop

Retainer Spring

Anti-Swa)

USEPLIERSFOR

RL=TAINERSPRINGSSuspension Arms

/_L_p Double Loop Retainer

Spdng (Outward

Up pointing deck pins)

6. Install belt into electric dutch pulley

groove.

7. Place the suspension arms on

outward pointingdeck pins. Retain

with double loop retainer spdng with

loops up as shown.

8. Install front plate assembly totractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer spdngs as shown.

9. Positionfront plate assembly between

front mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and

insert flanged pins. Secure pins with

double loop retainer spdngs between

the plate assembly and mower

brackets.

NOTE: To assistin locating holein

flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with

notch on head ofpin. If necessary, move

mower side-to-side to give space

between plate and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt forproper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

10.Engage belt tension rod by pushing

red intolocking bracket.

A,CAUTION: Belt tensionrod is spring

loaded. Have a tight gdp on rod and

engage slowly.

11.Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrestand retain

with double loop retainer spdng.

12.If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob clockwiseto remove slack from

mower suspension.

13. Raise deck to highest position.

14.Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation

sectionof this manual.

Electric Clutch

Pulley Front Suspention Brackets

Front Front Plate Assembly

Mower _Double Loop

Bracket Retainer Springs

Single

Loop

Retainer

Springs

Sheild.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure isimportant for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

ofthis manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cuttingresults, mower housing

should be propedyleveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade ddve

belts in the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor,checkto see that the brake is

properlyadjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

v' CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST

PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION

FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,,/ All assembly instructionshave been

completed.

,I No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortablyand

tightened securely.

J" All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinfiated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled

side-to-sideifront-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tires must be propedy inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check widng. See that all connections

are stillsecure and wires are propedy

clamped.

/ Before drivingtractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USEYOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

/ Fuel tank isfilled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiarwith all controls- their

locationand function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

/" Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

,,/It is importantto purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions(See

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractororinliteraturesuppliedwiththeproduct,

Learnandunderstandtheirmeaning.

BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGtNE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWERHE_GHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

r_"_R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED

®3I

PARKING BRAKE

_)_(_ ATTACHMENT KEEP AREACLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DtSENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(AutomaticModels only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READTHISOWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING

YOURTRACTOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locationsof

vadous controlsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Amme_r

Hourmeter LightSwitch Position

Igni'don Attachment Clutch Switch

Switch

Drive Pedal

Attachment Uft Lever

Drive Pedal

Choke Adjustment

nd cator

Freewheel

I Brake

Control Lever

Our tractorsconform tothe safety standards ofthe Amedcan

National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted toyour tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL- Used to control

engine speed.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

BRAKE PEDAL: Used for braking the

tractor and starting the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages

transmissionfor pushing or slowlytowing

the tractorwith the engine off.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise, lower and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used torelease

attachment lift lever when changingits

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used forstartingand

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL- Used for

forward movement of tractor.

REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL- Used for

reverse movement of tractor.

CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used toset

forward movement of tractor at desired

speed without holding the forward ddve

pedal.

HOURMETER - Indicates hours of

operation.

Theoperationofanytractorcanresultinforeign objects thrown into the I

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

or eye shields while operating your tractor or performingany adjustments I

or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or

standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

ISrunning, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress brake pedal into full"BRAKE"

position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" positionand release

pressure from brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in =BRAKE"position.

Make sure parking brake will held

tractor secure.

AttachmentClutch

Push-Into SwitchPullOutTo

"Disengaged"_ngag_

Forward _ _

Choke Drive Pedal

Throttle

Control

PositJo_ y \_ _J'/,_P" Reverse

Drive

Drive Disengaged _#.

Posi_on Position Position Lever

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutchswitch to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress brake

pedal intofull "BRAKE" position.

IMPORTANT'. Forward and reverse drive

pedals return to neutral position when not

depressed.

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 unautherized

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignitionswitch

in any position other than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

Ndead).

OTE: Under certain conditionswhen

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause"browning" of grass. Toeliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

_kOcppingtractoron grass areas.

AUTION: Alwaysstop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position;to empty

grass catcher,etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttlereduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

e warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out,

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The directionand speed of movement is

controlled by the forward and reverse

drive pedals.

1. Start tractor and release parking

brake.

2. Slowly depress forward or reverse

drive pedal to begin movement.

Ground speed increases the further

down the pedal is depressed.

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL

The cruise control feature can be usedfor

forward travel only.

1. With forward drive pedal depressed to

desired speed, move cruise control

leverforward to "SET" positionand

holdwhile liftingyour foot off the

pedal, then release the cruise control

lever.

To disengage the cruise control, pull the

lever backward to "OFF" position,or fully

depress the brake pedal.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The positionof the attachment liftlever

determines the cutting heighL

• Grasp liftlever.

• Press plunger with thumband move

14 lever to desired position.

Thecuttingheightrangeisapproxi-

mately1-1/2to4".Theheightsare

measuredfromthegroundtotheblade

tipwiththeenginenotrunning.These

heightsareapproximate end may vary

depending upon soil conditions,height of

grass andtypes of grass being mowed.

The average lawn shouldbe cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better lookinglawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cuttingperformance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relativelyhigh; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels ere property adjusted

when they are slightlyoff the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Be sure tractor ison a fiat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to

desired cutting height.

2. Remove retainer spring end clevis pin

which secure each gauge wheel bar.

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise

bgaugewheels slightlyto align holes in

racket and gauge wheel bar and

insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels

should be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer spdng into clevis pin.

5. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the

same setting.

IMPORTANT: Be sure toreadjust gauge

wheels if you change the cutting height

of the mower deck.

Retainer

Spfin

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine runningand the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES o

disen_lecleattachment clutch control.

_,CA[J'IIOH: De not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

AttachmentClutch AttachmentLift

SwitchPullOutTo LeverHighPosition

"Engage" ..--I

_ _ PosiSon

tor

=Disengage"_._

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

ACAUTION: Do net drive upor down

hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do

notdrive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push brake pedal quickly to brake

position and engage perking brake.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and brake pedal.

• Slowly depress appropdeta drive pedal

toslowest setting.

• Make all tams slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor,be

sure to disengage transmissionby

placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at

the rear drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment liftto highest

positionwith attachment liftcontrol.

2. Pull freewheel control out and into the

slot and release so it is held in the

disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood isclosed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tyinghood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWINGCARTSANDOTHERATTACH-

MENTS

Towonlytheattachmentsthatare

recommendedbyandcomplywith

specificationsofthe manufacturer of your

tractor.Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose tractionwith

the ground and cause you to lose control

ofyour tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick;wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick intothe tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the

cap onto the tube. Remove and read

oil level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not ove_ll.

• For coldweather operationyou should

change oilforcosier starting (Sen "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" inthe Mainte-

nance section ofthis manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tem-

peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

AWARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids dudng storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. Toavoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_kCAUTION: Fillto bottomof gas tank

filler neck. De not overfill.Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spillor use

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When startingthe engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out offuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

1. Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operatingposition,

depress brake pedal and set perking

brake.

3. Move attachment clutchto =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4. Move throttlecontrol tofast position

5. Pull choke control out fer a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not he needed.

NOTE: Before starting,read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

6. insert key into ignitionand turn key

clockwiseto "START" positionand

release key as coon as engine starts.

Do notrun starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control

in, wait a few minutesand try again. If

engine still does not start, pullthe

choke controlout and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

above)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in untilthe engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly,pull the choke

control out slightlyfor a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

• The attachments and ground ddve can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restartthe engine and

allow itto warm up for one minute

using the choke as descdbed above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

below)

7. When engine starts, slowlypush

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke controlin small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. Ifthe engine

startsto run roughly,pull the choke

controlout slightlyfor a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

16 temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up as

follows:

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Release the parking brake and let the

brake slowly return to operating

position.

3. Allow one minute for transmissionto

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up pedod.

• The attachments can be used dudng

the engine warm-up peded after the

transmissionhas been warmed up and

may require the choke control be

pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude(above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustmentssection of this

manual.

PURGETRANSMISSION

_,CAUTION: Never engage or disengage

freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

Toensure proper operation and perfor-

maace, itis recommended thatthe

transmissionbe purged before operating

tractorfor thefirsttime. This pmcadure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

missionwhich may have developed during

shippingofyour tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removalfor serviceor replacement,

it should be purged after relastallation

before operatingthe tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmissionby placing

freewheel control in freewheeling

position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

3. Sittingin the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle controlto slow position.

Disengage parking brake.

4. Depress forward drive pedal to full

forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds and release pedal. Depress

reverse ddve pedal to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds

and release pedal. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: Dudng this procedurethere will be

no movementof ddvewheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulicdrive

system.

5. Shut- off engine and set parking

brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in ddving position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

7. Siftingin the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttlecontrol to half (1/2) speed.

Disengage parking brake.

8. Ddve tractor forward for approximately

five feet then backwards forfive feet.

Repeat this driving procedure three

times.

Your tractor is now purged and now ready

for normal operation.

MOWlNGTIPS

• 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

usedfor trimming.

• Ddve so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a mere even distdbu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turningto the dght so that clippingswill

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

ddveways, etc. After one ortwo

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns untilfinished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dded clip-

pings. Make first cut relativelyhigh;the

second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it iswet. 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 discharge of

matedal. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a lowenough gear to give the

mower cuttingperformance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operatingattachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

CheCkBrakeOperation _ ip#

CheCk Tire Plessufe I_

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Ri cr_ckf= L0o_Fasleners I/ I/7 f,/

ShBrpe_'Replace Mowe_ B_ des I_/_

T J..D,'_ionCha_ S/ IV/

0 Check Batteo/Level

R clean Bafleq/and Tewninals ll/ li/

CheCk Transaxle Cooling

Adjust B_de Eelt(sJ Tension _

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension ft/_

Chl_CkEngine Oil Level I_

Change Er_gineOil II_ I# #

E clean Air Filter V/I

N Clean Air Screen _1_l

Inspect Muffler/Sp_k A=re_tet

Replace Oil FiRe¢(if equipped) _ 2

I_ Clean Engine Cooling Fins _z

Replace Spa_k Plug iS' I_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cadrldge _/2

Replace Fuel Filter

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on thistractordoes not cover

items thathave been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty,operatormust maintain

tractor as instructedin this manual.

Some adjustmentswill need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

Alladjustments in the Service and

Adjustmentssectionof this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug,clean or replace air filter,and

check blades and beltsforwear. A new

spark plugand clean air filter assure

proper air-fueimixture and help your

engine run better and lastlonger.

BEFORE EACH USE

1, Check engine oil level.

2, Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

intedock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

_) Spindle

Zerk Zerk

Wheel Wheel

Bearing Bearing

Zer_ Zerk

General Purpose Grease

<_ Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bear-ings. Viscous lubricants willattract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the seif-lubricatingbearings. If you feel

theymust be lubricated, use onlya dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen

performinganymaintenance.

BRAKEOPERATION

Iftractorrequiresmorethansix(6)feet

stoppingdistanceathighspeedin

highestgear,thenbrakemustbead-

justed.(See"TOADJUSTBRAKE"inthe

ServiceandAdjustmentssectionofthis

manual).

TIRES

• Maintainproperairpressureinalltires

(See=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tiresfree of gasoline, oil,or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

fiat tiresdue toslow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and

interlock systems are workingproperly, if

your tractor does not function as de-

scdbed below, repair the problem

immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed and

attachment clutchcontrol is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operatorto leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake shouldshut off the engine.

• When the engine is runningand the

attachment dutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shutoff the engine.

• The attachment clutchshould never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

keptsharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and fiat

washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and fiat washer in exact order as

shown.

5. Tighten boltsecurely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

Trailing Up Mandrel

Flat

Lock

Center

(Grade 8)°

"A Grade8 heattreatedboltcanbe

identifiedbysixlinesontheboltheed.

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt isgrade 8 heat

treated.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but ifyou do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade 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 will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancar, follow the instructions supplied

with balancar.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portionof the steel boltor pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a hodzontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

Center Hole

_Blede

518"Bolt /

or Pin -_,_

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery chargingsystem

which is sufficientfor normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

19an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight,

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The odginal equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers,

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

batteryfrom tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals end battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary.The beltsare not adjustable.

Replace beltsif they begin to slipfrom

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmissionfan and coolingfins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do notattempt toclean fan or transmis-

sionwhile engine is running or while the

transmissionis hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high

pressure water or steam to clean

transaxle.

• Inspect coolingfan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

• Inspect coolingfins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure

sprayer to clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The trensaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life ofthe transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classificationSF-SJ,

Select the oil'sSAE viscositygrade

according to your expected operating

temperature,

Change the oil after every 50 hoursof

operationor at least once a year if the

tractor is not usedfor 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hoursof operation. Tighten oil fillcap/

dipstick securelyeach time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classificationSF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

notto allow dirtto enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove cap from end of drainvalve

and installthe drain tube onto the

fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwiseuntil the

pin is in the locked positionas shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto tothe end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checkinglevel. Insert dipstickintothe

tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube when taking reading. Keep oil

at =FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

Closed

and

Locked

Position

Cap

Oil DrainValve

Drain Tube

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will

damage the cartridge.

6. Remove nutand cartridge plate.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Check rubber seal for damage and

proper positionaround stud. Replace

if necessa_.

9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

10. Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirtand

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubbem dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty,dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the coolingfins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirtyor plugged

coolingfins, and/er cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it to dry.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oilchange if the tractoris

used more than 100 hours in one year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage,

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. Iffuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filterand

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in positionin fuel

line with arrow pointingtowards

carburetor,

3, Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly posiUoned.

4, Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp

FuelFilter_

Foam

Pre-Cleaner

Cartridge

Rubber

Seal

CLEANING

• Cleanengine,battery,seat,finish,etc.

ofall foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do notrecommend usinga garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

,_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

2. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

3. Turn ignitionkey "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob to lowest setting.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket,

Jl_ CAUTION: Red is spring loaded. Have

a tight grip on red and release slowly.

5. Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

6. Remove four retainer springs from

front plate aseemb_yand remove

plate.

Suspension

Belt Tension Rod

(Disengaged\ ,_

Position) _;,

Chassis

7. Remove retainer springsfrom

suspensionarms at deck and disen-

gage arms from deck.

8. Raise attachment liftto its highest

position.

9. Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

10.Slide mower out from under dght side

oftractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT' in the

Assembly section of this manual.

Electric

Clutch Pulley

Front Mower

Bracket

Front

Plate

Bracket

Retainer

Sprin

Anti-Sway

Bar

Retainer Springs

iner Springs

(Both Sides)

.Front Mower

Bracket

TOLEVELMOWERHOUSING

Adjustthemowerwhiletractorisparked

onlevelgroundordriveway.Makesure

tirosarepropedyinflated(See"PROD-

UCTSPECIFICATIONS"sectionofthis

manual).Iftirosareoveror

undednflated,youwillnotpropedyadjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpointof beth sides of mower,

measure heightfrom bottom edge of

mower toground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustmenton one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tightenlift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turnof adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

BottomEdgeof BottomEdgeof

Mowerto Ground Mowerto Ground

\ /

A_Suspensi°n

Lift Link

Adjustment

Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side.If the following front-to-backadjust-

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust beth

front linksequally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the bestcuttingresults, 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 adjustmenton rightside of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that beth front linksare

equal In length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosennut "E"

on beth front linksan 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, loosennut =F"

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut =E"on beth frontlinks an

equal number of turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 112"lower

at front than rear, tightennut "F"against

trunnionon bothfront links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

BOTH FRONTLINKS MUST BE EQUAL

IN LENGTH

Front Plate Trunnion

Assembly

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface.

Engage parking brake.

2. Lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket.

_CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have

a firm grip on rodan release slowly.

4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

5.Removeanydirtorgrassclippings

whichmayhaveaccumulatedaround

mandrelsandentireupperdeck

surface.

6.DisconnectR.H.suspensionarmfrom

rear deck bracket by removing

retainer spring.

7. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H.

mandrel pulley.

8. Remove belt from electric clutch

pulley.

9. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

10.Check primary idler arm and two

idlers to see that they rotate freely.

11. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

pdmary idleranti and spdng arm.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

12.Install belt in both idlers.

13.Install new belt onto electric clutch

pulley.

14.Carefully rollbelt into upper groove of

R.H. mandrel pulley.

15.Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly.

16.Reconnect R.H. suspension arm to

rear deck bracket with retainer spring.

17.Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover.

18.Engage belt tension rod by pushing

rod intolocking bracket.

BeltTension R.H.Mandrel Electric

Rod

(Disengaged Cover_ Clutch

Posi_n) IdlerPulle

R.H.

Mandrel

R,H. _"

Suspension

Arm Pdmary

IdlerArm

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the _actor on levelsurface. Engage

parking brake.

1. Remove mower drive belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

2. Remove mower (See _TOREMOVE

MOWER" in this section ofthis

manual).

3. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

4. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel

pulley.

5. Remove belt from center mandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel

pulley.

6. Remove any dirtor grass whichmay

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

7. Check secondary idler arm and idler

pulley to see thatthey rotate freely.

8. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and secondary spdng arm.

9. Install new belt in lower groove of R.H.

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

10.Carefully rollbelt over L.H. mandrel

pulley. Make sure beltis in all

grooves propedy.

11.Reinstall L.H. mandrel cover.

12.Reinstall mower to tractor (See

=INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE

BELT" in the Assemblysection ofthis

manual).

13. Reassemble mower drive belt (See

"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"

in this section of this manual).

L H SecondaryIdlerArm

Mandrel \tdler Pulley Spring

_--_//Secondary

SpringArm

__lCenter

R.H.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Yourtractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the side ofthe transaxle.

ff tractorrequires more than six(6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in highest

gear on a level dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut =A"on brake

red.

3, Ifdistance is other than 1-11/16",

loosen jam nut and turn nut =A_until

distance becomes 1-11/16". Re-

tightenjam nut against nut "A".

4. Roadtesttractorfor proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stoppingdistance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Arm

h this nut. If fudher brake

adjustment is necessary contact your nearest

authodzed service center/department

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractoron level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of leftfootrest.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section ofthis

manual.)

2. Disconnect clutch wire harness.

3. Remove clutch Iocetor.

4. Remove belt fi'om stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

6. Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around

electric clutch.

7. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Electric_ 1

Clutch

Clutching_

Idler

Stationary/

Idler

Transmission "_.......

InputPulley'- _'__(:_

Clutch

--Locator

Clutch

Wire Harness

TRANSMISSION REMOVAUREPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require

removal for serviceor replacement, it

should be purged after reinstagation and

before operating the tractor. See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

sectionof this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

bedzontal (leftto right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

staedng wheel and reassemble per

instructionsin the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

notadjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the frontwheel tce-

in or camber, contact your nearest Sears

or other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining dng and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

dng securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover,

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also preventstire dry

rot and corrosion.

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

A,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

_enerate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

area and smoking matedals away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around battedes.

Ifyour batteryis too weak to start the

engine, It should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY"in the MAINTENANCE

sectionof this manual).

If "jumpercables" are used for emergency

starting,follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your 1factorisequipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

yourtractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO A'(-I'ACHJUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

3, Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel ta_k aed battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER-

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then fromthe ful|y charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

"Positiv_'__ _= "Negative"

€+7-

REPLACING BATTERY

_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other obiect to contact both ten'_inalsat

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings,etc,

Positiveterminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift hoed to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable

RED battery cable and carefuUy

remove battery from tractor.

4. Install new battery with terminals

same positionas old battery,

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. Firstconnect RED battery cable I

positive (+) battery terminal with

bolt and kegs nut as shown, Tigl"

Securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cabh

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaLnthghex bolt and keps nut

Tighten securely

8, Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

keps Nut

Terminal

Acces_Door He;

Terrni

Guard Positive

' I _Negative

_; _ (Black)C_

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT LAM

_kCAUTION: When lit, the halogen I

get extremely hot. Hold lamp assam

the holder and do not touch the bull:

1. Raise hood.

2. Disconnect harness from lamp

assembly.

3. Rotate counterclockwise and pu

lamp assembly out of the hole in

backside of the grill.

4. Insert new lamp assembly and r_

clockwise to lock.

5. Reconnect harness to lamp ass_

6. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Looseor damaged wiring may caus=

tractortorun poorly,step ru_r_r_j,or

preventitfromstarting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wldn

diagram in the Repair Parts secti,

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-tyl

plug4nfuse. The fuse holder isIoca'

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL A,q

SEMBLY

1. Raise hoed.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connectc

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp h

sides, tilttoward engine and I_ c

tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above proc_

ctor

ENGINE

Maintenance,repair,orreplacementof

theemissioncontroldevicesandsys-

tems,whicharebeingdoneatthe

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-med engine repair establish-

ment or individual.Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttlecontrolhas been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scdbed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

controllever tofast position.

2. Check that speed control lever is

against stop screw. If it isnot, loosen

casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cable untillever is against screw.

Tighten clamp screw securely.

Adjusting

Needle

Throttle

Control

Cable

Stop

Sare_

Cramp

Control

CabLe

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke controlhas been preset at the

factory and adjustment shoutdnot be

necessary, check adjustment as de-

scribedbelow before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine notrunning, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartddge plate to expose carburetor

choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

3. Choke should be closed. If it isnot,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable untilchoke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed For

Full

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been present at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. if the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

in (clockwise)decreases the supplyof

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Tuming the adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

offuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in tootight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

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

the throttle control cable is adjusted

propedy (see =TOADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE"in the

Service and Adjustmentssection of

this manual).

2. Withengineofftumidlefueladjusting

needlein(clockwise)closingitfinger

tightandthenturnout(counterclock-

wise)1turn.

FINALSETTING-

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

NOTE: The highidle is set at the factory

and cannot be adjusted,

2. Id|e s_ed settina - With throttle

control lever in slow position, engine

should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine

idles tooslow or fast, turn idle speed

adjusting screw in or out until correct

idle is attained.

3. Idle fuel needle settina - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn idle

fuel adjusting needle In (clockwise)

until engine speed decreases and

then turn out (counterclockwise)

approximately 3/4 tam to obtain the

best lowspeed performance.

4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if

necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

5. Move throttlecontrol leverfrom

fast position. If engine hesitates

dies, turn idle fuel adjustingne_

out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn,

Repeat test and continueto adj

necessary, until engine acceler

smoothly.

High speed stop isfactory adjuste(

not adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with tl

engine governor,which isfactory s

proper engine speed, Overspoedin,

engine above the factory high spee

setting can be dangerous. If you thil

engine-governed high speed need

adjusting, contactyour nearest Se_

other qualified service center, whid

proper equipment and experience

make any necessary adjustments.

immediatelyprepareyour tractor for

storage at the end of the season or ifthe

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool b_lore

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be storedfor

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

ofthis manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, boltsand screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

partsfor damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rustedor chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BAI-rERY

• Fullycharge the battery for storage.

• After a pedod of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly(see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS"in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If batteryis removed from tractor for

storage, do notstore battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: Itis importantto prevent

gum deposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts suchas carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also,

experiance indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of and engine

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let itrun until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

altemative in rninlmizingthe formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (withengine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLiNDER(S_

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) intocylinder(s).

3. Tum ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distributeoil

4. Replace with new spark plug(s),

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

startsto rust. Rust and/or dirfin your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, storeyour tractor indoors

and cover it to give protectionfrom dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never covertractor while

engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

NIII not start

Hard to start

Englnewlll not

turn over

CAUSE

1. Out offuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded,

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water infuel.

8. Loose or damaged widng.

9. Carbureter outof adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty airfilter.

2. Bad spark plug,

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirtyfuel.

6. Loose or damaged widng.

7, Carburetor out of adjustment.!

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1, Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutchis

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery tan_inals.

6. Loose or damaged widug.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faultysolenoid or starter.

CORRECTION

1. Fillfuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE_

in Operation section.

3, Wait several minutes before

attemptingto start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. CleaNreplace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank end carbure-

tor, refilltank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

8. Check all widng.

i 9. See =ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drainfuel tank and refillwith

fresh gasoline,

6. Check all widng.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"in

Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4, Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Checldreplace ignition

switch.

8. Checldmplace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

9. Faultyoperator presence

switch(es).

-'nglne clicks but 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery.

Jvlllnot start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged widng. 3. Check all widng.

4. Faultysolenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Lose ofpower 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut"position

fast. reduce speed.

2. Throttle in =CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control.

position.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEM

Loss of power

[continued)

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mowerbladeswill

_otrotate

3. Build-upof grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirtyfuel.

9. Water infuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13.Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3, Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildupof grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Obstructionin clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and ragap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refilltank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/

fins.

12.Cleardreplace muffler.

13.Cbeck all wiring.

14.See =ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. If notcorrected,

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower ddve belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Poorgrass 1. Enginespeedtooslow.

discharge

2. Travelspeedtoofast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level,

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Warn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower ddve belt worn.

9. Blades impropedy installed.

lO.Improper blades used.

11 .Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

•leadllght(s) not

working

Ifso equipped)

3artery will not

:harge

Loss of drive

1. Switch is"OFF".

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

out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faultyalternator.

1. Freewheel control in

=disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive holt worn,

damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or

servicing.

CORRECTION

1. Place throttlecontrol in

=FAST"position.

2. Shiftto slower speed,

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing,

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for properair

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turnswitch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec-

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator,

1. Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2, Replace motiondrive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

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

whenturning set at "BLOW" "SLOW" position and allow

engine position for 30 seconds to idlefar 30 seconds before

"OFF" before stopping engine, stopping engine.

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

SCHEMATIC

I BAITESRY

AMMETER

OPTIONAL)

IGNITION SWITCH

poSmON CIRCUIT ,*MAKE"

OFF M_I_AI NONE

STAKJ B÷S+AI NONE

I_ N/UGItT B*A1 _.L

NI/N _.AI I_INE

FUSE

....... t

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

, i

SEAT SWITCH

(NOTOCCtJpfED)

STARTER

i.... i

_,C Gi

I , i

, _O I

i , F

bB q i . i

__ ELECTRIC CLUTCH

OPERATOR PRESENCE

RELAy #1

i FUEL i

i i

_d_SOUENC40_RUT'OFF]

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

(o PT_C,t,_,L) , ........ ,

HEAD- I

L_ _H'rs PrOSwi'rcl_

FOal'lION ORCLIIT

OFF C*_G_B÷ H

_ ON C+F,B+E_A÷D G F C

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS H B

WtRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO O A

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 114-20 x 3/4

8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 114-26 x 7-1/2

11 150109 Holddown BaBery Front Mount

12 145768 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 114

16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-in

21 175449 Harness, Ught

24 8860R Cable, Battery

25 146148 Cable, Battery

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 114-20 UNC

28 145491 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Seat

30 175442 Switch, Ignition

33 175447 Key

40 178451 Harness, Ignition

45 175548 Ammeter

46 175549 Hourmeter

50 178461 Switch lifo

55 17490508 SCOW Thdrol 5/16-18 x 112

79 175448 Bulb and Holder Asm Halogen

81 109748X RelayAsm

89 169639 Bracket Snap-In Hourmeter

90 176717 Clamp BackAmp Gauge

91 176730 Washer Loc_ Amp Gauge

g2 176733 NutAmp Gauge

93 176732 ClampHourmeter

NOTE: All component dimensions given LnU,S. inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

20g

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

142

143

144

145

154

155

156

157

158

159

166

206

2o7

209

212

215

174619

176554

17060612

172542X418

174996

175256X010

17490608

172540X615

126_38X

156437

124028X

19131312

STD541437

174945X418

174944X418

175692X615

139976

17490508

175710

Chassis

Drawb_

Screw, 3/6-16 x 3/4

Dash

Panel, Dash, LH

Panel, Dash, RH

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Hood Assembly

BumperHood

Plate Battery

BushlugSnap

Washer 13/32 x 13116 x 12 Gauge

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

Griile

LightboxDual

Fender/Footrest

Bracket, Fender/Support

Screw, Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

Bracket Asrn PIVOtMower Rear

172545)(599 Lens Lh

172544X599 Lens Rh

174993 Duct Hood

110436X Bushing, Snap, Split

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

174997 Dash Lower

STD541437 NutCrowotock3/8-16 UNC

175702 PlateReinforcement

154966 Bracket Swayhar Chassis

175582 Bracket Footrest

156524 Rod Pivot Chassls_Hood

174679 Bracket Dash Rh

174680 Bracket Dash Lh

163805 Striker Plate

163806 Magnet YTGT

162037 Parking Brake Bkrt

155123X418 CLIphelderStl BIk

164863 HWHDH;*Lo. #13-16 x3/4

170165 Bolt Shoulder 5116-18

17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x tl2

17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

174988 Bracket Pivot Hood

172543X615 Bumper

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

GROUNDDRIVE

26 26

241 74 30

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272241

GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY pART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ...... Transakie (See Breakdown) 76 12000001 E-PJng

Hydrogear Model 323-0510 77 123583X Key, Square

9 174367 Clutch Elec 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga,

15 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 89 174001X418 Console, Bhil_

16 73800500 Nut Lonk Hex W/Ins. 3/16-18 Unc 90 124346X Nut Belf-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

17 126197X Washer 1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x 95 175899 Rod Bypass

.250 00 4497H Retainer Spring 1"Zinc/Cad

19 73800600 NutLockHexWhNsh 315`16Unc 116 72140608 BOltRDHDSQNK3/8-16Uncx1

20 173937 Bo5 Hex 7/15`20 x 4 x Gr. 5-1.5 120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16 Unc

21 175_6X505 KnobCustomControlCruise 150 175456 BpacerRetalner

22 175896 Red, Brake 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga,

24 73350600 Nut, HexJam 3/6-16Unc 202 7211(;612 BoltcarrBh3/8-16x1-1/2Gr. 5

25 1C6888X Bpnng, Brake Rod 212 145212 Nut HexFlange L_ck

26 19131316 Washer 214 174735 Link Transaxle

27 76_20412 PinCutter I/8x3/4CAD, 215 175646 CoverPedaIForward

28 175798 Rod, Parking Brake 216 175647 Cover Pedal Reverse

29 175799X505 KnohBrakeParking 217 174737 PedalReverse

30 169592 Bracket, Transakie 218 174713 Arm Control Pedal Reverse

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 219 174839 Bracket Frest Pdl Ctd. Hyd

33 72146506 Bolt Rdhd Sopk 5116-18 Unc x 3/4 220 174711 Bracket Mtg, Pedal Control

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 221 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 Unc x 3/4

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 222 73680700 NUt Crownlock7116-14 Unc

36 19211616 Washer 223 174840 Washer Nylon 11/16 ID x .066

37 157_H Pin, Rdl 224 174736 pedal Forward

38 165936 Pulley, Composite, Flat 226 174712 ArmControl Pedal Forward

39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 3 226 174902 Bolt Pivot Spacer

40 175461 Spacer, Split 227 174710 Cam Reverse POdolLT

41 175556 Keepar, Belt Idler Flat 228 171873 BoBShoulder 3/15-18

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 229 176451 Washer Serrated 5/16 x .75

47 127783 Pulley, IdLer,V-Groove 230 17060512 ScrewS/16-15

48 154407 Bollctank Clutch Grnd Drw Stl 231 174573 StrapTorque

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 232 175576 Actuator Crolse Disengage

50 74760624 Bolt 233 174856 pawl Control Cruise

51 73680600 NutCrowniock 3/8-16UNC 234 174858 LeverControlCruise

52 73680500 Nut, Crownlonk 5/16-16 Unc 235 174857 Sector Control Cruise

53 105710X Link, Clutch 236 128903 Bolt Shoolder 3/8-16 Unc 1/44

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 237 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5116-18

56 17060616 Scl_=w3/8-16 x 1.0 238 175807 Arm Mtg, Cruise Sector

57 140294 V-Belt, Ground Ddve 239 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16 x 1/2

59 16_691 Keeper, Centar Span 240 175610 Spdng Return Cruise Controt

61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 241 73930400 Nut Centariock 1/4-20 Une

62 123533X Cover, Pedal 242 74760408 Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 uric x 112

63 175417 PulLey,Engine 243 178289 Branket Anti-Rotation CVX

65 10040700 Washer 244 17060508 Screw 5116-18 x 112

66 154778 Keepar Belt Engine

74 137057 Spacer, Axle NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

75 121749X Washer 25132 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 1 inch = 25.4 turn

STEERINGASsEMTLP_ycTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917,272241

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

STEERINGASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

175139)(418 Steedng Wheel

172393 Axle Assembly

169840 Spindle Assembly, LH.

169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

120(X_29 Ring, Klip

175121 Draglink

STD551137 Washer, Lock

73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf

136518 Spacer B_gAxle Front

145212 Nut Hexflange Lock

177883 shaft Assembly, Steering

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

176162 Rod,Tie

19111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy Spr, 5/16

73540500 Crownlock Nut 5/16-24 Unf

155105 Bushing,Steering

152927 Screw

175140X418 Insert, Steering Wheel

STD541537 Nut Lock Center 5/8-24 Unf

159945 Adaptor, Steering Wheel

174530X418 Boot, Steering Shefl

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

121232X Cap,SpindLe

160367 Spacer Brace Axle

72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4

169827 Axte, Brace

175146 SteedngAsm

19182411 Washer 5/16 Id x 1-1/2Od 11 G Zin

169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14

175118 Bolt Sheulder 7/16-20 Unc

175553 ClipSteering

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

ENGINE

29\ 39 _,_

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Attester

• i

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 175439X505 Control, Throitle

3 ....... Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model Number

CV624-65578

4 149723 Muffler

5 146699 Pipe Exhaust Lh

6 1467CO Pipe Exhaust Rh

8 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4

10 146629 ShdeldHeat

13 24_41_2 Gasket KohlerCV18-CV26

(See EngineBreakdown)

14 148456 Tube Drain Oi_Easy

16 11_600 Washer, Lock, External Tooth 3/8

17 17490624 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-112

23 169837 Shield, Browniug / Debds Guard

25 175441X505 ChokeControl

26 73_0600 Nut, Keps 3/8-24 UNF

29 137180 Kit, Spark Arrestor

31 157103 TankFuel

32 161696 CapAsrn Fuel

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

34 I06082X pad, Spacer

37 8543R Line, Fuel

38 148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy

39 10_/X Pad, Idler

45 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

101 M73030800 NutFlangeMSo1.25

102 164863 Screw Hwhd H,°Lo # 13016 x 3/4

111 10010500 Wesber Split

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

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t7.272241

SEATASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRiPTiON

1 175134 Seat 14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 114-20 x 1-1/2

2 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 15 121249X Spacer, Split

3 71110616 Bolt 16 123740X Spring

4 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 17 123976X Locknat, Flange 1/4 Grade 5

5 145006 Clip, Push*In Hinged 18 124238X Cap Spdng Seat

6 ST0541437 Nut 21 171852 Bo8, Shoulder 5116-18UNC

7 124181X Spring, Seat 22 STD541431 Nut

8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

9 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Gauge

10 174894 Pan, Seat 25 127018X Bolt, Sheufder 5/16-18 x .62

11 177957 Knoh Seat

12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting

13 121248X Bushing,Snap NOTE: AJIcomponent dimensions given in U,S. Inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

DECALS

1\ 13 18

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO.

1 177888 Decal, Hood/Seat 16 138047

2 174969 Reflector LH. 17 164757

3 177909 Decal, Hood, R.H. 18 177913

4 177910 Decal HOOd,LH. 19 177918

5 177917 Decal, Engine HP LH 20 149516

6 133644 Decal_Customer Matnter_nce 21 177889

7 177967 Decal, Lower Dash 22 174970

8 177916 Decal, Engine HP RH 23 177955

9 177967 Decal, Dash Lower 24 178482

10 156439 Decal, FenderDanoer 25 178455

12 146046 Decal, V-Belt Ddve Scherr_tlc - - 138311

13 177890 Decal StrgWheel -- 174998)<418

14 175291 Decal, V-Belt Schematic =- 175542X418

15 177254 Decal Replc -- 169210

- - 178495

- - 178496

WHEELS &TIRES

15 7

18 10

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 59192

1 _ 2 65139

3 177750

=---'--_ _'s 7 4.1o 4 5_eo4

. (__- ;_3,9 765 106732X4179040H278H

6 11

_/ 8 106108X417

, 9 177751

IO 7152J

11 104757X417

- - 144334

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Bagery Oiehsrd

Decal, Hp Engine

Decal, Panel Side

Deca_,Engine

Decal, Batter/Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Gdlle

Reflector RH

Decal, Fender Oper Cruise

Decal, Hvy Duty

Decal, Deck Caution Tension Arm

Decal, Lift Handle

pad Footrest LH

Pad Footrest RH

Decal, By Pass U Hydro

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

DESCRIPTION

Valve Cap, Tire

Stem, Valve

Tire, Front

Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Rim, Front

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing, Flange (FrontWheel

Only)

Rim, Rear

]'ire, Rear

Tube, Rear Tire

(Net Provided, Service Item Only)

Cap, Axle

Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOllE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 tnch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

LIFTASSEMBLY

! .s

/ /

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

LIFTASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 176263 PlungerAssembly

2 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lilt

3 138284 Pin, Groove

4 120_0002 E-PJng

5 19211621 Washer 21132 x 1 x 21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing, Nylon

7 175830 Grip, Handle, Fluted

11 175370 Link, Lift, L,H.

12 175371 Link, LJft,R.H.

13 4939M Retainer Spring

15 175562 Plate Asrn Suspension Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 175689 Trunnion FrontSusp,

10 73800800 Nut Lock w(Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

20 163552 Retainer Spdng

31 176205 Trunion Sups. Arm,

32 175994 Nut Lift Link 7/16-20

36 155697 Pointer Height Indicator

37 123935X Plug Hole

38 17060516 Screw 5116-18 x 1

40 19112410 Washer 11132 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga

41 155098 Indicator Height Stlt

49 145212 Nut Hex/La_ge Lock

51 19171416 Washer 17/32 x 7/B x 16 Ga.

52 175378 Arm Suspension Rear LH

53 175802 Arm Suspension Rear RH

54 175560 Pin Flange

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

MOWERDECK

112

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272241

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 174348 DeckWeldrnent Mower 48 54 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr 5

3 178944 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 55 72140608 BoltRDHD SONK 3/_-16unc x 1

5 4996M RetolnerSpring 56 155986 Bar Pnt Adj.

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 57 156941 Pin Head Rivet

8 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade 91 175384 Bracket Asm Noseroller LH

11 173220 Blade _ 73800600 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3i8-16 Unc

13 174360 Shaft Mandrel Asm. Greaseable 94 176066 Noseroller

14 174358 HousingMandrel 96 175996 BracketAsm Nc_eroller RH

15 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 97 133943 Washar Hardened

16 174493 Slrlpper Mandrel Deck 96 174370 Spdng Pdmary Ddve

17 7211(:610 Bolt RDHD Sq Neck 316-16 x 1.25 99 175080 Pulley Idler"V"

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/6 100 72110616 BoltRDHDSqnk3/8*16UNCx2

19 132827 BoB, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/16-18 107 175294 BatrieVac Edge Mower

20 174378 Baffle, Vodex Mower 108 72110404 Bolt Carr,

21 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 109 73960400 NutCrownlock 114-20

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 110 175016 ArmSpring Secondary

25 178102 Spring, Torsion 112 174387 LinkTensLon Relief Lever

26 110452)( Nut, Push 113 72110508 BoBCam 5/16-18 x 1

27 174346X428 DellectorShleld 114 174384 TenslonAsmRellefLever

28 19111016 Washer 11/32xS/Sx16Ga. 115 174609 ArmSpdngTensionRolief

29 131491 Rnd,Hinge 116 137644 Bolt, Shoulder

30 157722 Screw, ThdroUWasher Head 117 174873 GaugeWheel

31 129963 Washar, Spacer Mower Veated 118 73930600 Nut, Canteriock 3/8-16 UNC

32 177865 Pulley, Mandrel 119 19121414 Washer 3/8 x718 x 14 Ca.

33 178342 Nut, Fig. Top LockCntr. 9/16 121 174371 Spdng SecondaryDdve

36 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ca. 122 174606 BushingPivot Tension Roller

37 173437 Pulley, Idler, Flat 126 174372 Ann, Idler, Primary Deck

32 174375 Pulley, Idler, Driven 130 17660_16 Screw 3/6-16 x 1.0

42 165723 Spacer, Retainer 132 17060612 Screw 3/6-16 x .75

43 174373 Arm, Idler Secondary -- 175312 Deck Carnplete (Order noseroller

45 174343 Cover, Mat_drelDeck separately)

46 137729 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8 - - 174396 Mandrel Asm, Se_ice {Includes

47 174369 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary Key Nos. 13-15)

48 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary

49 73960600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

96 72110612 BOdlCan'. 318-16 x 1-112 Gr. 5

5_ 175826 Pulley Idler Flat

53 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13116 x 12 Ca

NOTE: All component dimensions given inU.S. Inches

1 inch = 25A mm

.124

6-Sealant (Jolt d"etRr_he4te)

S7-20WSO Oil - 78,80Z (OZ de 70.820 d' Huile)

127 ° Seal randO_ng Kit (Phoquo 0 Sonne Jeu)

128

123

,,4

;0m

_.n -.4

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE. - MODELNUMBER323-0510

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 67 170413 Sq. Hd. Bait 5/15-24-Ribbed

2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 6B 178782 Arm, Brake

3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 69 170415 SIo6ed Hex Nut5/16-24

4 170354 Swashplate, Truaion Machined 70 170416 Coger Pin 3/32 X 3/4

5 169898 Block-Assembly 71 170417 Compression Spdng Brake Anti-

6 170355 Sealant 10,50z Drag

7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 114-20 X 1.25 72 170418 Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 10,D. X

8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End .932

9 170358 Shaft, Input 73 142884 Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/60d

10 170359 Ring- Retaining 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

11 170360 Spacer 75 170420 Check plug Assembly, .027,

12 169870 Ring - Retaining Washer

13 170361 Seal, Up ,67 X 1,58 X .276 76 170421 Stud, 5116-24 FdctJonPack

14 1_869 Ball Brg 17ram IdX 4Omm Od X 77 170422 puck, .330 X 1,50 X .0975

12ram 78 142969 Spdng, Helical Comp

16 170362 Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16- 79 142980 Spacer

24)(0,75 80 150778 HexLock Nut 5/16-24Unjf(Nylon

17 170363 Lip Seal 18X 32 X 7 Insert)

18 178781 Arm, Control 81 170423 Wedge, Friction Pack

19 150771 Beadng, 30x52x13 Thrust _ 170424 CUp, Washer .316x1.50x.1046

23 170365 Check Plug Assembly, Washer (Plated)

24 170366 Shaft, Motor 83 161168 Pin, Standard Headless

27 170367 Gear - Pinion, 131 84 170425 Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

26 170368 101/48t Gear 85 170426 Hose, Expansio_ Tank

29 170369 Gear, 101 Jackshaft 87 142917 Cap - Poppet Valve

30 170370 601 BullGear 8B 170429 Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

31 170371 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X 90 170430 Puck, Inner Wedge

.625 93 170431 SpringClip - Housing Thrust

32 170389 SleeveBeadng(Outbcard) 94 178783 Bearing, Ball

.75x1.750x,625 95 178784 Screw, Socket Head Cap 5/16-

33 142991 Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/20d X .13 24X1-1/2

Thk 96 178786 Spacer, Locating

34 170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal 97 178787 Screw, SFHCS 5/16-18 X1

35 170391 Shaft, Axte .75 X 11.39(Key,R.H.) 98 178789 ArmRetum

36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key,LH.) 9g 178792 Puck, Adjusting

37 150792 MitorGear(Splined) 100 178793 Washer, .24 ID X 1.60 OD X ,239

38 150793 Miter Gear 15t (0,5 Id) 101 178794 Spring, Extension

39 150809 Shaft 102 178795 Spacer .260 [D X .560 OD X .870

40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 103 176796 Bracket, Torque

41 170394 Pin, Jackshefl 107 170432 Deflector

42 170395 Magnet,Ring 106 170433 Washer, Motor Shaft

43 170396 Spring, Bypass .71idx1,15odx,O30thk

44 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 318-24 X 2.5 Lg 109 170434 Plug, Sae #6

45 170397 Filter 111 170435 O-Ring ,07 X .301 I,D.

46 170398 Base, Fitter 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion Tank

47 170999 Actuator, Bypass 114 178797 Spring

48 170400 Rod, Byp_;s Actuator 116 170438 SiliconSponge

49 170401 Arm, Bypass 117 178799 Pin, 9pdng

50 170402 Retaining Ring .250 External 119 170439 Fan, 7 In.

51 170403 Seal, I.jp .741 X .250 X .250 Tc 120 170440 Pefley

52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/61d x 1.00d x .05 121 170441 Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Ins.)

Thk 122 170442 Washer, Bellevllle

53 170405 Retaiaing Ring 123 178800 Belf Keepar

54 170406 Bearing, Center Block 124 17(3444 CenterSection-FIIter-BypassAsm.

55 142977 Spdng - Helical Compression 125 170445 FIItor Assembly

56 142978 Washer 126 170446 Fan _ Pulley Service Assembly

57 150798 20w-50 0_1 127 170447 Seal - O-Ring K_t

58 170407 Brake Yoke 128 173165 Kit, Expansion Tank

59 176408 Rotor, Brake 130 178802 Stud Ball

60 142883 Brake Puck 131 178803 Bracket, Cruise Damper

61 142882 Puck plate 132 178804 Hex Nut 5/16-18 NC

62 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 133 178806 Damper

63 170410 Hfhcs 1/4o20x2 W/ 134 178808 Washer, Helical Spring Lock5116

Patch,SpaclaiFlange 900 173839 Transaxle Comptete

64 142892 Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Petch

65 170411 Spacer NOTS: AIIcomponeutdimensionsgivenlnU,S. inches

66 170412 Spring, Brake Arm Bias 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624TYPE NUMBER65576

CRANKCASEI

;arter-Moteur I

I 0--11

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624TYPE NUMBER65578

HEADNALVF.JBREATHER

CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24-033-01-S Kit, breather cover w/ 1 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front

gasket (Includes 2-.4) 2 Crankcase

24-041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock 24

24-096-59-S Cover, breather 782 24)

25-139-60-S Plug, allen hd. 1/8" 3 24-294-13-S Fitting

M-645020 Screw, hex. flange 4 24-380-13_S Pin, dowel tacaUng (6)

M6x1.0x20 (4) 5 24-067-13-S Connecting Rod (Std)

25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (4 (2)

24-755-66-S Ki, valve treln 24-067-14-S Connecting Rod (.25)

(Includes 8,11,12) (2)

24-411-05-S Rod, push (4) 6 24_874-17-S Piston w/Ring Set

24-041-08-S Gasket, cylinder head (Std.) (2) (Includes 7,

(2) 8

24-318-12-S Head assembly, #2 24-874-18-S P ston w/Ring Set

cylloder (.25) (2)

25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (4) 24-874-19-S Piston w/Ring Set

24-599-01-S Pivot, rocker arm (4) (.50) (2)

M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange 24-874-14.S Piston w/dng set (.08)

M6x1.0x34 (4) 7 24-108-11-S Ring Set (Std.) (2)

12-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange 24-108-12-S Ring Set (.25 (2)

M10x1.Sx90 (8) 24-108-13-S Rng Set (.50 2)

24-755-74-S Kit, valve cover - plain 8 24-018-01-S Retainer, piston pin

(Includes 16,17)

,a_) camshaft A.R,

24-153-16-S O-Ring 9 12-422-09-S him, (

24-086-32-S Screw, shoulder (4) 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft IA'R

24-445-01-S Strap, lifting 12-422-07.S Shim, camshaft A.R

24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) 12-422.08.-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.

(2) 12-422-10-S Shim, camshaft

24-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft A.R.)

(2) 12-.422-12-S Shim, camshaft A.R.)

24-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) (2 10 24-012-10-S Camshaft

24-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) (2) 11 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

24-032-05-S Seal, valve stem (2) 12 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

235011-S Retainer, spring (4) M5x0.Sxl0 (2)

24-089-02-S Spring, valve (4) 13 24-018-04-S Retainer, reed (2)

12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (4) 14 24-402-05-S Reed, breather (2)

12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4) 15 12-153-01 -S O-Ring, lower oil fill

24-318-11-S Head assembly, #1 tube

cylinder 16 24-126-19-S Bracket, oil fill tube

24-755-76-S Kit, valve cover - 17 12-123-04-S Tube, oil flu

breather 18 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

(Incl. 16,17,28) MSx0.Sx16

25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber 19 12-153-02-S O-Ring, upper oil fill

24-755-57-S Kit, breather tube

separator 20 24-038-04-S DIp_tick assembly

(Includes 28,30-33) (Includes 21, 22)

M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange 21 24-755-46-S Kit, oil fill cap

M5x0.Sx16 (2) (Includes 22)

24-445-02-S Strap, breather 22 12-153-03-S O-Ring, dipstick

24-126-44-S Bracket, breather 23 24-018-09-S Retainer, ring

separator 24 M-931010-S Washer, nylon (top)

24-112-12-S Spacer 25 28-032-09-S Seal, governor cross

24-294-06-S Fitting shaft

24-326-13-S Hose, breather 26 24-468-15-S Washer (bottom)

24-326-14-S Hose, breather 27 24-144-33-S Shaft, governor cross

25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2)

ROTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272241

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624TYPENUMBER65578

'Q"mON'EL_C"'C'LI

F-,

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

Habitation de souffleur et D6calentl

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624TYPE NUMBER65578

IGNITIONICHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

1 54-755-15-B Kit, grass screen 1 24-027-20-S

(Includes 2-4,and 24

113 18-S) 2 24-100-01-S

2 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap 3 25-13g-16-S

M4x0.7x25 (4) 4 24-100-02-S

3 X-25-92-S Washer, p4ain 5/16" 5 M-545920-S

4 24-112-04-S _acer, grass screen 6 M-545016-S

5 25-g86-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6 7 M-551016-B

Xl.O X16 S(4)

6 24-157-93-S Fan 8 M-645016-S

7 12-686-14-S Screw, hex. flange

Mlgx1.5x46 9 24-146-16-S

8 12-468-03-S Washer, plaLn 3/8".

9 X-42-15-S Key 10 24-146-20-S

10 24-625-04-S Flywheel

11 25-493-03-S Rectifier-regulator 11 24-063-20-S

12 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16"

(2) 12 24-063-14-S

13 24-086-18-S Screw, phillips hd. 11- 13 24-063-58-S

16x7/8 2)

14 236602-S Connector 3 contact 14 24-663-23-S

15 54-755-09-S Kit, 15 am_pstator 15 M-545010-S

(Includes 24 126 71-

16 12-132-06-S Spark Plug (2)

17 M-548625-S Screw, he_. cap

M5x0.8x25 (2) AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

18 235173-S Clip, cable

19 48-154-02-S Clip, cable KEY PART

20 X-25-63-S Washer, plain 1/4" NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

21 24-584-01-S Module, ignition (2)

22 M-545920-S Screw, hex flange

M5xO.Sx2O (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-126-71-S Bracket, stator wire

-- X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4"

-- 24-176-82-S Harness, widng

Lead, black (rect.-reg.

5" - 12 gauge

insulated grip bar_el

eyelets)

Decal, grass screen

Tie, wire (3)

-- 24-518-12-S

-- 24-113-18-S

- - 25-454-93-S

DESCRIPTION

Housing, blower

(Ind. 2-4)

Nut plastic (3)

Plug, button 9/16

Nut, plastic (2)

Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.8x2O (4)

Screw, hex. flange

MSxO.Sx16 (3)

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.Ox16 (6)

Plate, backing - # 2

side

Plate, backing - # 1

side

Baffle, cylinder barrel-

# 2 side

Baffle, valley - #2 side

Baffle, cylinder barrel-

# 1 side

Baffle, vaUey - #1 side

Screw, hex. flange

M5X0.6xl0 (2)

1 24-164-06-S Manifold, Intake

2 M-651055-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x55 (4)

3 24-g41-01-S Gasket, intake

manifold (2)

4 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner

base

5 24-094-19-S Base, air cleaner

6 24-041-13-S Gasket, fuel spltback

cup

7 24-109-10-S Cup, fuel spltback

8 24-063-02-S PrecJeaner, element

9 47-O83-03÷S Element, air cleaner

10 24-032-03-S Seal, inner air cleaner

11 24-096-01*S Cover, Inner air

cleaner

12 12-106-01-S Wing Nut

13 24_096-67-S Cover, air deaner

14 54-755-01-S Kit, knob with seal

(Includes 15 & 16)

15 24-153-20-S O-Ring

16 25-341-03-S Knob, cover

17 24-063-51-S Baffle, fuel spit-back

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272241

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624TYPENUMBER65578

BTARTING_YSTEM I

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ENGINE CONTROLS

_oteur Contr6Je

t /tl LL.,-',-._ W

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OIL pAN / LUBRICATION I

De L'Huile Pan Lubdficatlon I

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TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624TYPE NUMBER65578

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 M-839080-S

2 25-og8-o8-s

3 M-841080-S

4 25-435-04-S

5 25-755-33-S

6 25 141 05-S

7 25-221-BI-S

ENGINECONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 24-211 -O3-S

2 24-090-33-S

3 M-64106g-B

4 24-089-01-S

5 25-158-08-S

6 24-079-04-S

7 25-158-11-S

8 M-545016-S

g M-547050-S

10 24-089-03-S

11 24-126-56-S

12 M-645016-S

13 12-237-01-S

14 24-086-43-S

15 24-090-07-S

16 X-20-1-S

17 M-541050-S

18 24-468-01 -S

19 24-089-45-S

20 M-446030-S

21 24-090-13-S

22 M-545020-S

23 24-089-51-S

24 24-ggo-05-S

25 4%468-03-S

26 M-403025-S

27 24-079-05-S

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange 1 24-199-07-S

M8xl.25x80 (2)

Starter, sOlenoid shift 2 M-645025-S

assembly (Includes 4-

7) 3 M-631005-S

Nut, hex. flange

Kit, solenoid 4 24-393-08-S

Kit, pinion ddve

_cludes 6) 5 24-123-g5-s

ng 6 24-162-26-S

Kit, brush 7 24-043-12-S

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, round head

square neck

Lever, governor

Nut, hex. flange

M6xl .g

Spnng, tlnkage

Bushing, linkage

retaining

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, throttle

linkage

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.Sx16 (1)

Nut, hex. lock M5xO.B

Spdng, choke return

Bracket, control

Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.Ox16 4)

Clamp, cable 2

Screw, thread forming

(2)

Lever, throttle

actuator

Washer, lock 114"

Nut, hex, flange

M5x0.B

Washer, plain 5.5 mm

_3p)rlng, governor

Nut, hex. M4xO.7

Lever, throttle control

Screw, hex. flange

MSxg.Sx20

Spring, throttle ,miter

Lever, choke

Washer, spdng 1/4"

Screw, hex. cap

M4xO.7x25

Linkage, choke

12-380-01-S

9 52-448-02-S

10 12-144-02-S

11 24-153-08-S

12 25-139-62-S

13 24-136-g1-B

14 52-0fi0-02-S

15 52-032-g8-s

16 24-086-17-S

17 24-086-16-S

18 25-139-57-S

Pan, ofi aSSembly

(Includes 2-10)

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25 (2)

Washer, plain 6 mm

(2)

Oil pump assembly

(Includes 5)

Tube, oil pickup

Screen, oil

Kg, governor gear w/

_ln

Includes 8)

Pin, governor

regulating

Tab, locking

Shaft, governor gear

O-Ring

Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8"

Nipple, oil filter

Filter, c_l

Seal, oil (PTO end)

Screw, he)(. flange

MBx1.25x45

Screw, hex. flange

MSx1.25x45 (9)

Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

N.P.T.F.

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S.

Inches1 Inch = 25A, mm

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272241

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624TYPENUMBER65578

CRANKSHAFT Vllebrequln

EXHAUST

I_chaDI3ement I

FUELSYSTEMI

-'uel Svst6mel

1o I8 t_ _

i-_

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272241

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624TYPE NUMBER65578

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 24-014-42-S

2 52-139-09-S

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 24-041-02-S

2 25-072-04-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - PA-65578

-- 24-522-221

- - 24-782-24

- - 24-755-107-S

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Crankshaft (thcludes 1 24-853-25-S Kit. carbureto_ w/

2) gaskets

Plug, cup (includes 2-4)

2 24-g41-15-S Gasket, carburetor

3 24-053-25 Carburetor assembly

(For Information only

not

available separately)

DESCRIPTION (Service with kits 24-

757-18-S, 24-757-19-

Gasket, exhaust (2) S, 24-757-20-S, 24-

Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4) 757-22-S)

4 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner

Replacement Engine base

Short Block 5 M-629095-S Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)

Minlblock 6 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange

Gasket Set MSxl.0 (2)

7 47-154-01-S Clip, cable

8 24-353-03-S Line, fuel 10-518" (2)

9 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (6)

10 24-086-12-S Screw, hox. cap.

M6xl.7x18 (2)

11 24-393-16-S Pump. fuel - paise

12 24-1g0-o1-s Nut. plastic (2)

13 15-353-g4-s Line. fuel 11-1/2"

14 24-050-g2-s Filter, fuel

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 24-757-18-S Kit. overhaul w/

askets

_it. choke repair w/

gaskets

Kit. gasket

Kit. solenoid

replacement w/

gaskets

*- 24-757-19-S

- - 24-757-20-S

- - 24-757-22-S

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S.

inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exerc se extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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