OWNERS
MANUAL
J
MODEL NO.
917.254274
Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules
And Unstructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
LT 11 HP ELECTRIC START
4 SPEED - 36" MOWER
LAWN TRACTOR
® Assembly
® Operation
® Maintenance
• Repair and Adjustment
• Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co, Chicago, IL 60684 U S A
.
SAFETY RULES
t Know the controls and how to stopqulckly READ THIS
OPERA TOR'S M 4NUAL and instructions furnished with
attachments
2 Do not allow children to ol_rate the machine Do not allow
adults to operate it without proper instruction
3 Do not carry passengers Do not mow when children and
others ate around
4 Always wear substantial footwear Do not wear loose fit-
ting clothing that could get caught in moving parts
5 Keep your eyes and mind on your tractor, mower end the
area being cut Do not let other interests distract you
8 Do not attempt to operate your tractor or mower when
not in the drivers seat
7 Always get on or off your tractor from the operator's left
hand side
8 Cleat the work area of objects (wire, rocks, etc ) which
might be picked up and thrown
9 Disengage allattachment clutches before attempting to
start the engine
10 Disengage power to attachments end stop the engine
before leaving the operator's position.
I I Disengage power to mower, stop the engine end dsscon.
nect spark plug wire(s) from spark plug(sl before clean-
ing, making an adjustment or repair. Be careful to avoid
touching hot muffler or engine components
t 2 Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not
in use
I 3 Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle un-
attended. Disengage the power-take.off, lower the at-
tachments, shift into neutral, set the parking brake, stop
the engine and remove the key
14 Do not stop or start suddenly when going, uphill or
downhill. Mow up and down the face of slopes loot
greater than 15 °11never across the face. Refer to page 51
15 Reduce speed on slopes and make turns gradually to pre-
vent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
16. While going up or down slopes, place Gear Shift Control
Lever in tat gear position to negotiate the slope without
stopping
I 7 Never mow in wet or slippery grass, when traction is un.
sure or at a speed which could cause a skid.
18_ Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards
Keep away from drop-arts
19_ Do not drive too close to creeks, ditches and pubfic
highways.
2 0 Exercise special care when mowing around fixed objects
in order to prevent the blades from striking them Never
deliberately run tractor or mower into of over any foreign
objects,
21 Never shift gears until tractor comes to a stop.
22 Never place hands or feet under the moweh in discharge
chute or near any moving parts while tractor or mower
are running Always keep cleat of discharge chute
2 3 Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment
a Use only approved drawbar hitch points
b Limit loads to those you can safely control
c Do not turn sharply Use care when backing
d Use counterweight or wheel weights when suggested
in the owner's manual
24 Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
2 5 When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders not allow anyone near the
vehicle while in operation
26 Handle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable
e Usa approved gasoline containers
b Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank or add
gasoline to a running or hot engine or an engine that
has not bean allowed to cool for several minutes after
running. Never fill tank indoors, always clean up spill-
ed gasoline,
c Open doors if the engine is run in the garaqe - exhaust
fumes are dangerous_ Do not run the engine indoors
2 7 Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating con-
dition, and keep safety devices h} place end working
28 Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equip-
ment is in safe working condition
2 9 Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank in-
side a building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark_ Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure,
30 To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves
or excessive grease Do not clean product while engine
is running.
3 I Except fat adjustments; DO NOT operate Engine if air
cleaner or cover directly over carburetor air intake is
ramoved_ Removal of such part could create a fire hazard
32. Do not operate_without a muffler or tamper with exhaust
system. Damaged mufflers or spark arrestors could create
a fire hazard Inspect perio_dically end replace ffnecessary.
3 3 The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and in-
spected for damage after striking a foreign object and the
damage should be repaired before restarting and operating
the equipment=
34 Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine; severe damage or injury may result.
3 5, When using the vehicle with mower, proceedas foflows;
a. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
b Shut the engine off when unclogging chute,
c. Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness
at frequent intervals,
3 6_ Do not operate the mower without the deflector shield in
place,
3 7 Disengage power to mower before backing up Do not
mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then on-
ly after careful observation of the entire area behind the
mower.
38 Undetnormalusagethegrasscatcherbagmaterialissub.
ject to deterioration and wear It should be checked fre-
quently for bag replacement Replacement bags should
be checked to ensure compliance with the original
manufacturer's recommendations or specifications
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS--ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION: LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT EQUIPMENT PRECAUTIONS
THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED
ON OR NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED FOREST COVERED, BRUSH COVERED, OR GRASS COVERED
LAND UNLESS THE ENGINE'S EXHAUST SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER MEET-
ING APPLICABLE LOCAL OR STATE LAWS (IF ANY). iF A SPARK ARRESTER IS USED, IT SHOULD
BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR
/n the State of Cahfornia the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the Cahfornia Pubfic Resources Cod_
Othet stales may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands Refer to Repair Parts Section, page 32
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn
Tracto_ Ithasbaendesigned, engineeredandmanufactured
to give you the best possible dependability and pedormance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem-
edy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Department,
We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper
tools to service or repair this unit.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement isavailable on thisproducL
See the nearest Sears store or service center for details.
SERIAL
NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
THE SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE FOUND ON
THE MODEL PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.
YOU SHOULD RECORD THESE NUMBERS
AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE,
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and retain this manuaL Study and observe the safety nJles. Always use care when using your tractor, Always keep your
tractor and mower clean. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for, and using your tractor. A well cared for tractor
will run better and last Ionger.
A TTACHMENTS
This unit can use many attachments now available at your Sears store It cannot use attachments that engage the
ground like a plow, harrow, cultivator, or tiller See page 50 for a hst of available attachments
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT
For one year from date of purchase, when this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up ac-
cording to the operating and maintenance instruction in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge
any defect in material or workmanship in this electric start riding equipment
This warranty excludes blade(s), blade adapter(s), spark plug(s), air cleaner and belt(s), which are expen*
dable and become worn during normal use
This warranty does not cover:
Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects (such as nails, thorns, stumps,
or glass); and
repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including the failure to maintain the
equipment according to instructions contained in the owner's manual; and
riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes
FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective
in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace
the battery at no charge
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPART-
MENT IN THE UNITED STATES, This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state
to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO,, D/698-731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, II 60684
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INDEX
A
Adjustments:
Brake ....................................... 14
Carburetor ................................. 18
Mower Drive Belt ....................... 2.2
Mower
Front-to-Rear .................... 22
Side-to-Side .............................2.2
Throttle Control Cable ............... 18
Air Filter
Cleaning .............. 16
Element ....... 16
Air Intake Screen. Eng .16
Assembly ............ 5-8
Attachments ........... 50
B
Battery:
Charging .....................................................7
Cleaning .................................... 15
Installation .................................... 8
Levels ...............................................15
Preparation ..........................................7
Staffing with Weak Battery ...... 17
Storage ..........................................23
Terminals .........................................15
Belt:
Motion Drive Replacement .......19
Mower Drive Adjustment ............2.2
Mower Drive,
Remove Replace ......................2.1
Blade:
Sharpening ........................................14
Replacement ........................................14
Brake Adjustment .......................................14
C
Carburetor Adjustment ......................18
Controls, Tractor. .....................................9
Cutting Level Mower ..............................12
E
Engine:
Air Screen ...................................................16
Oil Change .....................................16
Oil Level ..............................................16
Oil Type ................................................16
Starting .................................................10
Storage ...........................................23
F
Filter ................................................. 16
Fuel:
Type ........................................... 10
Storage ....................................... 23
Fuse ................................................. 2.0
H
Hood Removal .................................. 20
L
Levelling Mower Deck ........................2.2
Lubrication:
Chart ...................................................24
Tractor Pivot Points ....................17
M
Maintenance ..............................................13
Air Filter ..............................................16
A# Filter Element ........................16
Air Screen ......................................16
Battery ..............................................15
Blade Sharpening ..............................14
Brake Adjustment ..........................14
Engine Oil .......................................16
Lubrication Chart ............................24
Spark Plugs ..................................18
Tire Care ..........................................14
Mower,t
Adjustment, Front4o-Rear ........23
Adjustment, Side-to-Side ............22
Blade Sharpening ...........................14
Blade Replacement .....................14
Cutting Level ......................................12
Installation ...........................................21
Operation ..........................................11
Removal .............................................20
Muffler. ...........................................................17
Spark Arrestet ...................................2
0
Oil
Cold Weather Conditions ..........16
Engine ..................................................16
Storage ....................................................23
Operation .................................................9-12
Operating Your Mower ...............t 1
Operating Your Tractor ..............11
Starting the Engine .......................11
Stopping Your Tractor ..................10
Tractor Operation on Hills ..........12
Options
Attachments .................. 50
Spark Arrester ................... 2
P
Parking Brake ........................................14
Parts Bag .................................................5-6
R
Repair and Adjustments ............. 14.2.4
Blade .......................................... 14
Carburetor ......................................18
Fuse ...............................................20
Hood Removal ..............................2.0
Motion Drive Belt
Replacement ...........................19
Mower Drive Belt
Replacement ...........................21
Mower Adjustment
Side-to-Side .............................22.
Mower Removal ...................................20
S
Safety Rules ................................................2
Seat .................................................................7
Service Record ............................................13
Slope Guide Sheet ........................ 51
Spark Plugs ....................................................18
Speed Control Chaff ...............................12
Starting the Engine .................................10
Steering Wheel .........................................5
Stopping the Tractor ...........................10
Storage .................................................23
T
Throttle Control Cable
Adjustment .................................18
Tires ...................................................................14
Trouble Shooting Chart ..................25.26
W
Warranty .........................................................3
Wiring (Schematic) .................................27
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ASSEMBLY
Unpack Tractor
a Take items out of box The box contains the items
shown below
b Cut down four comers of the carton with a utifity
knife and fold down sides
c Disengage Parking Brake
Install Steering Wheel
1. Slide upper steering shaft over lower steering
shaft until bolt holes line up with slots in lower
steering shaft (Fig, 11.
2 Use two hex bolts 3/8 - 16 x 1-1/4 and two
Ioeknuts 3/8 - 16 to retain upper steering shaft
to lower steering shaft, Tighten securely.
3 Position Steering Sleeve over steerinfi shaft
assembly.
4 For easier assembly, tilt tube towards front of
tractor.
5 Place bottom of Steering Sleeve over two front
prongs on steering bushing.
6 Squeeze the two steering sleeve retainers inward
to allow Steering Sleeve to pass over retainers
7. Push Steering Sleeve down aligning notch on
Steering Sleeve with tab on steering bushing.
b steotln_ wheel
c b#ltet¥
d bmffoty acid
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B Place steering wheel adapter on upper steering
shaft.
9 With front wheels pointed straight ahead, place
steering wheel on steering wheel adapter Bars of
steering wheel should point straight across
tractor
10 Place 2- I/4" diameter washer on upper steer-
ing shaft and install a 1/2" Iocknut (washer and
Iocknut found in bag of parts). Tighten secure
ly.
t I Snap insert into steering wheel
Remove plastic on tractor hood
Raise attachment lift handle.
Roll Tractor off skid Be careful of staples in skid
The operation of any tractor can result In
foreign objects thrown Into theeyes, which
can result In severe eye damage. Always
wear safety glasses or eye shields before
startlngyourtractorandwhllemov/ng. We
recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for
over the spectacles or standard safety
glasses, available at Sears Retail or Cata.
log Stores.
Parts Bag Contents Not Shown Full Size
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121 Battery Carriage Bolts . 1/4 ° 20 x 7 , t/2
Terminal Guard
15" Slope Instruchon Sheet 12) Keys
@
ring Wheel Adapter
Battery Caps
L And Instructions Steering Wheel Insert
ASSEMBLY
A SSEMBL Y
LOCA TION
BA TTER Y
BATTERY
TERMINALS
SEAT
UPPER
STEERING
SHAFT
STEERING
WHEEL
PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE
12l Lockwasher, I/4 Int/Ext Tooth (2) Wing Nut - 1/4 - 20
(21 Hex Bolt, I/4 - 20 x 3/4 _'_
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(2) Lockwasher 1/4
{2) Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
©
121Flex Nut, 1/4 - 20
(1) Hex Bolt, 1/2- 13x 1
Grade5
(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16 - 18
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(J)Lockwasher 1/2
(I) Washer 15732x I x 16 Ga
(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16
x 12 Ga,
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(2) Hex Bolt3/8- 16x I. 1/4
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(2) Flex Locknut 3/8- 16
"" Dia, Washer
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111Locknut, 1/2-20
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To assemble tractor you will need
(2) 7/16" Wrenches Tire Pressure Gauge
(1) 1/2" Wrench Screwdriver
(21 9/16" wrenches Utility Knife
(tl 3/4" wrench
NOTE: RIGHT HAND (RH) AND LEFT HAND (L H ) ARE
DETERMINED FROM OPERATOR'S POSITION
WHILE SEATED ON THE TRACTOR
WEAR EYE AND FACE SHIELD
WASH HANDS OR CLOTHING IM -
MEDIATELY IF ACCIDENTALLY IN
CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID
DO NOT SMOKE; FUMES FROM
CHARGED BATTERY ACID ARE
EXPLOSIVE
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS INCLUD
ED WITH THE BATTERY VENT
CAPS IN THE BAG OF PARTS AL-
WAYS WEAR GLOVES, CLOTHING
AND GOGGLES TO PROTECT YOUR
HANDS, SKIN AND EYES.
2 1/4 DIA
STEERING WHEEL
STEERING WHEEL
ADAPTER
UPPER
STEERtNG
SHAFT
SLEEVE
SHAFT
STEERINI
BUSHING
STEERING
SLEEVE
RETAINER
SPRING
!RING
2. Prepare Battery
Flll and charge battery (before installing) NOTE SEE
DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED WITH BATTERY
VENT CAPS FOUND IN BAG OF PARTS
a Fill each cell with battery acid Add the acid until it
reaches the bottom of the vent tubes (Fig 3) DOnot
add the acid beyond this level or the additional acid
can come out when the battery is charged
b. After cells are filled, tilt battery from side to side to
release air bubbles
c Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty
minutes If the level of acid falls below the point
described in step (a), add more acid until the correct
level is reached Instal/the battery caps, found in the
bag of parts, to cover the vent tubes Wash the top of
the battery with water to remove any acid, then wipe
dry.
d Check battery case for leakage to make sure that no
damage has occured in handling.
e. Neutralizeexcessbatteryacidfordispesalbyadding
it to four inches of water in a five gallon plastic
container. Stir with a wooden or plasticpaddle while
adding baking soda until the addition of more soda
causes no more foaming_
L Use a 12 volt battery charger Charge battery at a
rate of 6 amperes for I hour NOTE: OBSERVE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, LISTED IN BOX ABOVE,
REQUIRED FOR BATTERY CHARGING Check
the acid level after the battery is charged If the acid
has fallen below the correct level, add distilled or iron
free water
FIGURE 1
STEERING
SLEEVE
RETAINER k
SPRING
3. Install Seat.
Seat position should be adjusted forward or backward so
that the operator can comfortably reach Clutch/Brake
Pedal and safely operate tractor
a,
Place seat on seat pan Screw hex head machine
screw, Iockwasher and flat washer into seat (Fig
2) Screw shoulder bolt and flat washer into seat
(Fig 2) Machine screw, shoulder bolt and flat
washers found in bag of parts (shown full size
on page 6)
b
C,
d
e
Ttghten shoulder bolt and fiat washer using a
1/2"" wrench
Tlghten machine screw, Iockwasher and flat
washer using a 1/2"" wrench
Place seat in operating position Sit on the seat
and press clutch/brake pedal all the way down If
operating pos/tion is not comfortable, adjust seat
To ad/ust Raise seat Loosen machine screw
Sfide seat to desired position Tighten machine
screw securely
I_ MACHINE SCREW-LOCKWASHER-FLAT J
WASHER MUST BETIGHTENED SECURE-
LY TO PREVENT MOVEMENT OF SEAT.
7
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4. Check Tires
Check the air pressure in the tires Tires with too much air
pressure will cause the unit to ride rough The wrong air
pressure will also keep the mower from cutting level The
correct air pressure Is shown on the side of the tires If the air
pressure is not shown, set topressures shown in the REPAIR
AND ADJUSTMENT section (page 141,
5. Install Battery
BEFORE INSTALLING BATTERY,
REMOVE METAL BRACELETS,
WRISTWATCH BANDS, RINGS, ETC.
FROM YOUR PERSON. TOUCHING
THESE ITEMS TO BATTERY TERMI-
NALS COULD RESULT' IN BURNS.
a
b
Lift seat (Fig 2)
Lower battery into fender well with battery tetmitlals
toward front of tractor (Fig 4). Make sure battery
rests in battery tray (Fig. 4),
NOTE: BE SURE BATTERY DRAIN TUBE IS SECURELY
ATTACHED TO BATTERY TRAY DRAIN
NOTE:
POSITIVETERMINALMUSTBECON- l
NECTED FIRST TO PREVENT
SPARKS FROM ACCIDENTAL
GROUNDING
c. Connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery
terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lockwasher and
hex nut (shown full size on pg 6) found in bag of
parts Tighten securely with two 7/16" wrenches.
(Fig 4)
d Connect BLACKgroundcable to negative (.) battery
terminal with remaning hex bolt, flat washer, lock-
washer and hex nut (shown full size on pg. 6) found
in bag of parts. Tighten securely_ (Fig 4)
e. To prevent oorrosion, apply grease to the battery
terminals after installing cables.
f Usingthekeyholeononesideofthebatterysupport
(Fig_5) slide battery bolt into frame key hole (head of
bolt down), Fasten the battery belt to the terminal
guard using internal/external lockwasher, wing nut,
(shown full size on pgo 6) as shown in Fig 5.
g, Assemble the remaining battery bolt to other side of
battery support and fasten terminal guard to it with
remaining internal/external Iockwasher and wing
nut, (Shown full size on pg 6). Tighten wing nuts
securely by hand (Fig, 5).
KEEP TERMINAL ACCESS DOORS CLOSED
WHEN NOT IN USE
CAUTION: DO NOT START ENGINE UNTIL YOU HAVE
REVIEWED THE OPERATION SECTION OF
THIS MANUAL
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" . VENT
TUBE
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CELL FIGURE 3
NEGATIV£
TERMINAL
WASHER
NEGATIVE
BATTERy TRAy BATTERY
LOCKWASHER
FIGURE 4
6. Maintenance After First 2 Hours (Two Mowlngs)
Changing oil after the first two hours (ortwo mowings) will
help eliminate break4n residue which might be damaging to
your engine,
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR YARD TRACTOR If you understand the machine and sts
operation, you will achieve efficient and peak performance While reading the manual, compare the illustrations w_th
your Yard Tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Study the operating
instructions and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Yard Tractor and to prevent mlur_,
to yourself and others Be sure to pay strlct attention to all notes and cautions, they are included for your safety Save
this manual for future reference
Light Switch
Ignition
Throttle/{
Clutch/Brake Pedal
Attachment
Lift Lever
Clutch
Lever
Height
Adjustment
Knob
Gear Shift Lever
Parking Brake
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Push lever up to engage
attachment. There will be an engine hesitation as theclutch
engages.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Use theattachment rift lever
to raise and lower the attachment mounted to your tractor
Pull lever back slightly and push button, then move the lift
lever forward to lower attachment,
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: The pedal has 2 functions; a
clutch and a brake. To engage the brake push the pedal
completely down.
ATTACHMENT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Use the
height adjustment knob toadjust themower height, Withthe
attachment liftlever in the "up"position, turnknob clockwise
(,f'_ ) to raise cuttingheight and _ountercIockwise _"_ )
to lowercutting height
GEARSHIFT: Press the clutch/brake pedal down firmly and
move gear shift lever to desired speed
IGNITION: Place key in ignition and turnto the right to start
The switch spring returns from the start position
LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off
PARKING BRAKE: To set the parking brake, push the
clutciVbrakepedalcomp/ete/ydown Ho/dtheparkingbrake
leverin "Engaged"position and release pressure frompedal
C/utch/'orake pedal will remain in brake position.
THRO TTL EICHOKE CON TROL: Use the throttle control
to increase or decrease the speed of the engine, and to
choke the engine for starting Push lever to the r/ght
and forward to choke
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OPERATION stoppingYourT,.otor
AIR
FUEL
TANK
/
FIGURE 6 /
MOWER BLAOE
POSITiUN
HEADLIGHT
THROTTLI_
CONTROL
LEVER
NOTE: REMOVE KEY WHEN LEAVING TRACTOR TO
PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE
a Push clutch.brake pedal into furl "BRAKE" position
Keep your foot on pedal
b Place attachment clutch lever in "DISENGAGED"
Position,
c Move gear shift lever to "NEUTRAL"position.
d Place parking brake in "ENGAGED" position and
release pressure from clutch/brake Pedal should
rema#7 in "BRAKE" position
e, Move throttle control to "S"(slow) position
f Tumignitionkeyto "OFF"position Neverusechoke
to stop engin&
2,
Preparing The Engine
LEARNTOSTART,STOPANDRE-
VERSE YOUR TRACTOR IN A LARGE,
OPEN AREA.
a_
This engine has been shipped filled with summer
weight oil(For cold weather operation see chart page
16). Check engine oil leveL Refer to REPAIR AND
ADJUSTMENT section ( page 16)o
Flit fuel tank (Fig. 6). Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline, Capacity is 5 quarts,
,,,,,,,, ...........
FILL TO BOTTOM OF GAS TANK
FILLER NECK. DO NOT OVERFILL.
WIPE OFF ANY SPILLED OIL OR
FUEL. DO NOT STORE, SPILL OR USE
GASOLINE NEAR AN OPEN FLAME.
CAUTION: EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL
BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR
USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN AT-
TRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO
SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS
DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN
DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE
WHILE IN STORAGE.
TO AVOID ENGINE PROBLEMS, THE FUEL
SYSTEM SHOULD BE EMPTIED BEFORE
STORAGE FOR 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 IN-
STRUCTIONS FOR ADDITIONAL INFOR-
MATION,
NEVER USE ENGINE OR CARBURETOR
CLEANER PRODUCTS IN THE FUEL TANK
OR PERMANENT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.
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3. Starting The Engine
a Move throttle controllever (Fig 7)past "FAST"to the
"CHOKE" position
b_ Tumignitionkeyto'START"andreleasekeyassoon
as engine starts
CAUTION: DO NOT RUN STARTER CONTINUOUSLY
FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN SECONDS PER
MINUTE
c, ff engine does not start after four or five tries, move
throttle control lever to "FAST"position, wait a few
minutes and try again, ff the engine does not start
after four or five more tries, see the TROU-
BLESHOOTING Chart (page 25)
d After the engine starts move throttle control lever
slowly to the "SL0 W" position
e To start a hot engine move the throttle control lever
to a position between "FAST" and "SLOW _
[
READTHE "SAFETY RULES" CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER.
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
OPERATION
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
LEVER "DISENGAGED'
POSITION
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
LEVER 'ENGAGED'
POSITION LIFT LEVER
"HIGHEST' POSITION
LIFT LEVER
LIFT LEVER
"LOWEST" POSITION
H RUNNER
3E
GUARD
CAUTION: DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL WEIGHT TO THE
TRACTOR OTHER THAN THE OPTIONAL
WHEEL WEIGHTS. EXCESSIVE WEIGHT
MAY OVERLOAD AND DAMAGE THE
TRANSMISSION
ALWAYS WEAR SUBSTANllAL FOOT-
WEAR AND AVOID LOOSE FITTING
CLOTHING THAT COULD GET CAUGHT
IN MOVING PARTS
CAUTION
TO AVOID INJURY
1 Read owner's manual
2 Know location and function of all controls
3 Keep guards, safety shield and switches in place
and working.
4. Remove objects that can be thrown by blades
5_ Do not mow when children and others are around
6, Never carry children or passengers
7, Always look behind machine before backing
8_ Do not mow where machine can tip or slip
9_ If machine stops going uphill, stop blades and back
slowly down.
10_ Be sure blades and engine have stopped before
placing hands or feet near the blades
I I, Remove key when leaving machine
A
MAKE SURE PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD
TRACTOR SECURE.
NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS OR FEET IN
OR UNDER ANY POWEREDATTACHMENT
OR NEAR ANY MOVING PART WHILE
TRACTOR OR ANY POWERED ATTACH-
MENT IS RUNNING.
FIGURE8
4. Operating Your Lawn Tractor& Mower
,_ DO NOT OPERATE THE MOWER
WITHOUT THE DEFLECTOR SHIELD
(DISCHARGE GUARD) IN PLACE,
NOTE: THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH AN
OPERATOR PRESENCE SENSING SWITCH
ANY ATTEMPT BY THE OPERATOR TO LEAVE
THE SEAT WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND
THE ATFACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED
WILL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE
a, Move the attachment lift leverto lhe high position and
adjust height of cut to mid range See Fig 8
b Start the engine (See Starting the Engine)
c Move the throttle lever to mid range position, Select
alow ( l st or2nd) gear until you become more familiar
with the operation of the unit.
d, Slowly release clutch brake pedal and proceed to the
mowing area
e, Stop the umt. then select a mowing speed (See
Speed Selection Guide. page 12)
f. Move throttle lever to half throttle and slowly
move attachment clutch lever to engaged pes/-
tlon. Ft_7 8
11
OPERATION
g Slowly release clutch brake pedal
h. Move throttle lever to fast position.
i Observe height of cut and readjust as desired
CAUTION: BEFORE YOU MOVE THE GEAR SHIFT
LEVER, COME TO A COMPLETE STOP_ FAIL-
URE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN GEAR BOX
DAMAGE
F
T
i I1
FIGURE 9
....,,,,,
-- SPEED SELECTION GUIDE
GEARSHIFT THROTTLE
FUNCTION
,,,,,,,,
Normal
Mowing
Heavy Mowing
Snow Blowing
i,,,,,,,,,
Snow Blade
Transport
2 or3
1 or2
1
2
4-6
FAST
SLOW -
FAST
5. Mowing Tips
NOTE: TIRE CHAINS CANNOT BE USED WITH
THE MOWER ATFACHED,
a_ Mower should be adjusted properiy front to back and
side to side fof good mowing performance, Refer to
REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT section _page 22L
b, Use the runner on the RoH.side as a guide; the blade
cuts approximately an inch outside the runner (Fig
C. Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area
that has been cuL Have the cut area to the right of
the machine, This willresult in a more even distribu-
tion of clippings and more uniform culling.
d_ When mowing large areas (Fig, 9), start by turning to
the right so that the clippings will discharge away
from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. Alter Iwo or
three rounds, mow in the opposite direction making
left hand turns until finished,
e. ff grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice
The first time cut relatively high; the second time to
the desired height,
f, The left hand side of mower should be used for
trimming.
g, See Speed Selection Chart,
6. Operating The Tractor On Hills
&
DO NOT DRIVE UP OR DOWN HILLS
WITH SLOPES GREATER THAN 15°
AND DO NOT DRIVE ACROSS ANY
SLOPE. REFER TO PAGE 51.
a. Move gear shift lever to "Isr"gear before starting up
or down hills.
b. AVOID STOPPING OR SHIFTING ON HILLS
c, ff slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to
slower position,
LEAVE ENOUGH ROOM WHEN STOP-
PING AND STARTING TO ALLOW
SLIGHT TRACTOR ROLL DOWNHILL
AS CLUTCH-BRAKE PEDAL MOVES
THROUGH CLUTCH POSITION.
d_ If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/
brake pedal quickly to brake position.
e. To restart tractor movement, make sure tractor is in
the lowest speed range ('1st" Gear) and release
clutch-brake pedal SLOWL Y.
L Make all turns gradually,
12
To keep your tractor running better, longer,
perform necessary service using the folio wing
maintenance schedule:
With Every Mowing
1 Make sure all nuts on bolts are tight and cotter pins and
retainer springs are secure.
2 Observe all safety precautions
3 Keep tractor well lubricated (refer to page 24)
BEFORE MAKING ANY INSPECTION,
ADJUSTMENT, OR REPAIR:
1. PUSH CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL
COMPLETELY DOWN.
2_ MOVE GEAR SHIFT CONTROL
LEVER TO NEUTRAL POSITION,
3, PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN "EN-
GAGED" POSITION. REMOVE
FOOT FROM PEDAL.
4. DISENGAGE ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH LEVER.
5, SHUT OFF THE ENGINE.
6, MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE
BLADES AND ALL MOVING
PARTS HAVE COMPLETELY
STOPPED.
7. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG
WIRE FROM THE SPARK
PLUG AND KEEP WIRE
AWAY FROM THE SPARK
PLUG TO PREVENT INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING,
BE CAREFUL TO AVOID TOUCH-
ING HOT ENGINE OR MUFFLER
COMPONENTS,
SERVICE RECORD
SERVICE RECORD
Fill in dates as you (_mplete regular service
Blades - sharpen
Brake Adjustment
Check Battery
Change Engine OII
Check Engine O11level
Clean Air Cleaner Element
Check Muffler
i
Clean Air Screen
Clean Front Grill
Lubricate Tractor
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Cleaner Element
C!neckTire Pressure
FIRST
2
HOURS
(Enter Date Maintenance Performed)
SCHEDULE
EVERY EVERY EVERY
5 25 50
HOURS HOURS HOURS
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13
AND ADJUSTMENT
BRAKE JAM NUT
OPERATING ARM
NUT A
BRAKE ROD
DISC BRAKE
(WITH PARKING
_AKE ENGAGEO|
1. Brake Adjustment
This tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system
mounted on the fight side of the transaxle (Fig, I0)_
L
IF TRACTOR REQUIRES MORE THAN
SIX FEET STOPPING DISTANCE IN
HIGHEST GEAR, THEN BRAKE MUST
BE ADJUSTED.
a. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking
brake.
b. Measure distance between brake operating arm and
nut "A'on brake rod.
c_ ff distance is other than 1-1/2" disengage parking
brake, loosenjam nut (Fig. I0) and turn nut ",4"until
distancebecomes I- 1/2" Retightenjam nutagainst
Nut "A".
FIGURE 1o
Road test tractorfor proper stopping distance as stated
above. Readjust if necessary,
2. Tire Care
Maintain tire pressure in frontat 14 PSI and rear tires at 12
PSi.
IANDREL
ASSEMBLY
FLANGES
3. Blade Care
For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. The
blades can be sharpened with a few strokes of a file, or on a
grinding wheel. We suggest they be sharpened after every
25 hours of mowing. Do not attempt to sharpen while on
mower. Ifyou mow in sandy soil check the blades after each
two redwings. The sand wears the blade away rapidly.
A GRADE 5 HEAT TREATED BOLT
CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY THREE
LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD AS
SHOWN AT LEFT_
a° Blade Replacement
Raise mower to highest position to permit access to
blades.
1. Remove the hex head belt, Iockwasher and flat
washer (Fig. 1I) (turncounterclockwise)(/'-"_).
2. Remove and discard old blade.
3. Clean top and bottomof mower housing.
4. Install new blade with SHARP EDGE DOWN
and secure withflat washer, Iockwasher and hex
head bolto TIGHTEN SECURELY.
ALWAYS "'USE GRADE 5 HEAT
TREATED BOLTS TO ATTACH
BLADES. DO NOT USE PLATED
BOLTS. CHECK BOLTS IN BLADES
OCCASIONALLY TO MAKE SURE
BOLTS ARE TIGHT. TORQUE BOLTS
TO 30 - 35 FT,- LBS,
b.
When grinding, care should be taken to maintain
blade balance and the blade should be checked for
proper balance before reinstallation on mower. An
unbalanced or bentblade willcause excessive vibra-
tion when running, and eventual damage to mower
DrenCh. eramm KIb =W,
14
ADJUSTMENT
C To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or
wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail
exposed. Place center hole of clean blade over the
head of the nail (Fig 12) NOTE: CENTER HOLE
OF BLADE ON NAIL, IF BLADE IS PROPERLY
BALANCED, BLADE SHOULD REMAIN IN POSI-
TION SHOWN IN FIG. 12 IF EITHER END OF THE
BLADE MOVES DOWNWARD, BLADE IS NOT
BALANCED. SHARPEN THE HEAVY END UNTIL
BLADE IS BALANCED
4. BA TTERY CARE
Check Battery
a Battery acid solution levelin each battery cell should
be even with bottoms of vent tubes in cells (Fig 13)
Add ONL Y distilled or iron free water if necessary
NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL,
b Keep battery and terminals clean,
c Keep battery bolts tight
d Keep vent caps tight and small vent holes in caps
open.
e Recharge at 6 amperes for 1 hour if necessary,
Clean Battery and Terminals
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals cause the
battery to "leak'power and hinders the operation of the
charger,
LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE
EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP SPARKS,
FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS
AWAY FROM BATTERIES. ALWAYS
SHIELD YOUR EYES AROUND
BATTERIES.
a, Remove terminal guard,
b Disconnect BLACKbattery cable, then RED battery
cable, and remove battery from tractor,
c, Washbatterywithfourtablespoonsofbakingsodato
one gallon of water, NOTE: BE CAREFUL NOT TO
GET THE SODA SOLUTION INTO THE CELLS,
d Rinse the battery withplain water, dry and reinstallon
tractor,
eo Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire
brush until bright,
f, Replace battery cables, connecting RED battery
cable to positive terminal first, then BLACK battery
cable to negative terminal Coat terminal connec-
tions with vasoline after installation of cable_.
g Replace terminalguard
/"OLE "
lit
FIGURE 12
£_t'i AW_,Y VI[W BATTERY
CAP
UQUID
LEVEL
15
REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT
FUEL FILLER
CAP
FIGURE 14
AIR CLEANER
COVER
AIR CLEANER
ELEMENT
SUPPORT
FOAM ELEMENT
AIR
CLEANER AIR CLEANER
FIGURE 15 BODY GASKET
5. Change Engine 011
The best time to change engine oil is at the end of a day's
operation when all dirt and foreign materials are suspended
in the hot oil.
Capacity is I-1/2 quarts. NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL.
Dipstick assembly most be securely tightened into tube at all
times when engine is operating.
IMPORTANT:
TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE
STARTING SYSTEM, USE SAE
5W30 OIL WHEN THE TEMPERA-
TURE FALLS BELOW 32°.
Recommended SAE Viscosity Grades
Determine temperature range expected before next oil
change_ All oil must meet A,P.L service classification SD,
$E or SF,
32 ° 60 ° 80 ° tO0 °
6. Check Engine 011Level
NOTE: DO NOT CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
WITH ENGINE RUNNING.
Several minutes after stopping engine, check engine oil level
with tractor on level ground. Wipe dipstick (Fig. 14) clean,
screw il down tight for a few seconds, remove and read oil
level Ifnecessary, addoiluntil"FULL"markisreached. (See
chart above). NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL.
7.
Clean Air Cleaner Element (Fig. 15)
am Open hood.
b. Removetwoscrewsfromaircleanercover. Liftoffair
cleaner (Fig. 15)
c. Remove screen spacers from foam element.
do Remove foam element from air cleaner body.
e. Wash foam element in liquid detergent and
water to remove dirt
L Wrap foam element in cloth and squeeze dry.
g. Lightly coat foam with engine oil Squeeze in
rag or towel to remove excess oil Do t?ot satu-
rate
ho Replace foam element and replace cover on air
cleaner body.
When assembling make certain the lip of the foam element
extendsoveredgeoftheaircleanerbody. Thefoamelement
lip will form a protective seal
NOTE: NEVER RUN ENGINE WITH AIR CLEANER RE-
MOVED,
8. Clean Air Screen and Engine Cooling Fins
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND FACE
PROTECTION WHEN USING COM-
PRESSED AIR.
Keep Engine Cooling Fins free of dust, dirt and oil toprevent
Engine damage from overheating iFig_ 16),
a. Remove four Bolts from Blower Housing.
b, Remove Screws from Starter Housing.
c, Pull Oil Filler/Dipstick out of crankcase ff clearance
is requirado Cover opening toprevent entry of dirt.
d. Pull blower housing up and away from starter,
NOTE: LEAVE AIR CLEANER IN PLACE TO PREVENT
DEBRIS FROM GETTING INTO CARBURETOR_
e.. Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thor-
oughly clean Engine Fins.
f. To reassemble, reverse above procedure
16
FtEPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT
9. Check Muffler
Inspect and replace damaged muffler and/or deflector as it
could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
l _ DO NOT TOUCH HOT MUFFLER,
CYLINDER OR FINS AS CONTACT
MAY CAUSE BURNS,
10. Lubricate Pivot Points
Place several drops ofSA E 30 oil at points where parts move
against each other, especially:
a Front axle pivot
b Hood hinges
c Foot pedal shaft (both ends)
d Lift shaft (both ends)
See Lubrication Chart page 24
11. Starting your Tractor With a Weak Battery
If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be
recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency start-
ing, follow this procedure:
NOTE: YOURTRACTORISEQUIPPED WlTHA12VOLT
NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER
VEHICLE MUSTALSOBEA12VOLTNEGATtVE
GROUNDED SYSTEM
LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE
EXPLOSIVEGASES. KEEPSPARKS,
FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS
AWAY FROM BATTERIES. ALWAYS
WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN
AROUND BATTERIES.
a. Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSI-
TIVE (+) terminals of each battery (taking care not
to short against chassis), (Fig. 17)
br Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the
NEGATIVE (-) terminals of fully charged battery,
c, Connect the other end of the cable to the L H
side panel bolt (Fig. 18) NOTE: KEEP AWAY
FROM GAS TANK AND BATTERY
d Disconnect cables in reverse order:
1_ L.Ho Side Panel Bolt (Fig, 18)
2_ Negative terminals of fully charged battery
3 Positive terminals
A
I
DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BAT- I
TERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.
I
BOLTS
STARTER
HOUSING
BOLTS
I_R U RE 16
ENGINE
COOLING
FINS
FIGURE 17
BRAKE
"ENGAGED
;AGED
CLUTCH*' • POSITION
POSITION
GEAR SHIFT /
LEVER
CLUTCHIBRAKE_ // •
rCLUTCH/BRAKE'" '*DRIVE"
POSITION _, POSITION _1'/ _ FIGURE 18
t7
AND ADJUSTMENT
12o Throttle Control Cable Adjustment
Never attempt to change maximum engine speed This is
preset at the factory and should only be changed by a
qualified service technician who has the necessary
equipment CAUTION: BEFORE ANY ENGINE ADJUST-
MENT, MAKE SUREAIR CLEANER IS CLEAN. RemoveAir
Cleaner Assembly, while making adjustments_
a With engine off, place Throttle Control in "FAST"
position,
b Loosen Clamp Screw (Fig 19) Adjust Throttle
Cable until holes "A "ate aligned in govemor control
plate and slide plate
c Tighten clamp screw
d If holes do not align, repeat steps in throttle cable
adjustment
13. Carburetor Adjustment
NOTE: ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE BEFORE
MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENT TO CARBURETOR
a With engine off turn high speed mixture screw clock-
wise ( _ ) closing finger tight ONLY, and turn
counterclockwise ( _-_'_) 1-1/2 turns (Fig 19)
NO TE_ THE SCREW SEA TMA Y BE DAMAGED B Y TURN-
ING IT TOO FAR CLOCKWISE
b Turn idle mixture screw clockwise (f'_) closing
finger tight only, and turn counterclockwise (._'.)
1-V2 turns (Fig 19).
_ REFER TO "STARTING THE ENGINE"
PAGE 10o
iDLE
STOP
DO NOT
ADJUST
IDLE
MIXTURE
ADJUSTMENT
IDLE
MIXTURE
SCREW
THROTTLE
IDLESPEED
SCREW
HIGH SPEED
MIXTURE SCREW PLATE.
GOVERNOR
HOSE CONTROL
HOSE CLAMP
CLAMP
FUEL
FILTER
SLIDE
PLATE
FIGURE 19
Co Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes,
Make final adjustment with engine running and Gear
Shift lever in "NEUTRAL" positlon,
do With throttle control lever in "FAST" position, turn
high speed mixture screw counterclock wise (.'_'-_ )
until engine runs "rough"then turn clockwise (f-_)
until engine begins to miss° Turn screw to a point
midway between these positions.
e, With throttle control lever in "SLOW"position, hold
throttle lever so that idle stop screw is against carbu-
retor, turn idle mixture Screw counterclockwise ("_')
until engine runs "rough" and then turn clockwise
(F-_ ) until engine begins to die. Turn idle mixture
screw to a point midway between these positions.
f Withthrottlecontmlleverin"SLOW"position, engine
should idle at 1750 RPM. ff engine idles too slow,
push throttle control lever above idle and turn idle
speed screw one turn clockwise ('-_). Set throttle
control lever at "SLOW'. Repeat until satisfactory
idle is attained.
g. ff engine Idles too fast with throttle control lever in
"SLOW" position push throttle control lever above
idle and turn idle speed screw one turn counterclock-
wise (,_-"_), Set throttle control lever at "SLOW",
Repeat until satisfactory idle is attained.
14. Replace Spark Plug
Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing seas-
on or every lOO hours, whichever comes first. Gap shou/d
be set at 0.030 inch (Fig. 20).
_, tm •
• _ ,/ .030 FEELER
'" /. *1_) 4 " GAUGE._..
FIGURE 20
18
15. Motion Drive Belt Removal
Thetractordrivebeltmaybereplacedwithouttools Parkthe
tractor on level area, Engage parking brake, NOTE: A BELT
INSTALLATION DECAL IS UNDER LEFT FOOTREST
ao Remove mower, (See mower section, page 20),
CLUTCH
AND ADJUSTMENT
ENGINE
PULLEY /
ELT
INSTALLATION
DECAL
b. Remove two retainer springS from be# guide bracket
below transaxle pul/ey. Remove bracket (Fig. 21)o
c. Swing belt guides away from belt, toward rear of
tractor (Fig.. 21).
cL Roll bell over top of transaxle pulley,
e. Roll bell over engine pulley and off idler (Fig. 22).
L Release parking brake° Puff belt as far as possible
over top of clutch pulley..
g. Reset parking brake. Pull belt over top of clutch
pulley (Fig.. 22).
h. Pull belt out through shift gate to remove from tractor
(Fig. 23).
Install belt by reversing above procedure.
NOTE: REPLACE ONLY WITH BELT LISTED IN MANUAL
BELT
GUIDE_
TRANSAXLE
PULLEY
LH. SIDE
BELT GUIDE
REAR
VIEWED FROM BOTTOM OF TRACTOR
FIGURE 22
BELT
SHIFT GATE
_GURE 23
f l
RETAINER BELT GUIDE RETAINER
SPRING BRACKET SPRING
FIGURE 21
19
AND ADJUSTMENT
SCREW
FIGURE 24
FIGURE 25
16. Fuse Replacement
Replace with 30 amp automotive - type plug-in fuse.
17. Hood Removal
a. To raise hood, lift at rear of hood
b. To remove hood, grill and side panels, raise hood
and loosen one screw on each side panel (This
screw remains in the side panel) (Fig 24)
c Unsnap headlight connection (Fig 25)_
d Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hoodand tilt forward
and lift off (Fig, 25).
e. To reinstall, reverse above pmcedura.
18. Mower Removal
HEADLIGHT
CONNECTION
a_
b.
Remove mower bell per instructions under "Mower
Drive Belt Removal" through step(c).
Remove retainer spring from clutch rod; pull clutch
rod out of clutch bracket, (Fig 26)
c. Puff retainer springs out of rear suspension trun-
nions. Remove rear suspensions trunnions from lift
brackets (Fig. 26).
d Pull retainer spring out of rear hinge pin_ Remove
rear hinge pin
e. Pull retainer spdng out of front hinge pin Remove
front hinge pin (Fig,26)
RETAINER
SPRING
R_H,
SUSPENSION
ARM RETAINER
SPRINGS
f_
NOTE:
Use lift lever to raise suspension arms, Slide mower
out from under tractor°
IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER
DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,
THE L.H. AND R.H. SUSPENSION ARMS (FIG. 26)
SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM TRACTOR.
REAR
SUSPENSION
TRUNNIONS
_URE 26
LIFT
BRACKET
HINGE
PINS
2O
REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT
19. Mower Insta#atlon
Your Mower installs without the use of tools Raise Attach-
ment Lift Lever (Fig 27) to its highest position Turn height
adjustment knob to lowest position (Fig 28)_
a Slide Mower under tractor, discharge guard to RH
Side
b Install front hinge pin through axle and parallel rink
(Fig_ 29) Secure with retainer spring
c Installrear hinge pin through mower rift brackets and
parallel link (Fig 29), Secure with retainer spring,
d Install clutch rod in clutch lever (Fig 29 )
e_
Move Attachment rift lever (Fig 27) forward to lower
suspension arms Slide trunnions through lift
bracket holes and secure with retainer spdngs (Fig
26)
f Roll belt over engine pulley. Make sure belt is
inside belt guides (Fig_28)_ See beit drive schematic
decal on mower housing
g Use Attachment lift lever (Fig 27) to raise mower
h Turn height adjustment knob clockwise (,_".) to the
middle of #s travel, or to desired cut height.
20_ Mower Drive Belt Removal
NOTE: MOWER BELT INSTALLATION DECAL LOCATED
ON MOWER HOUSING
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE BELTS SPECIFIED IN THIS
MANUAL
a Place attachment clutch lever in "Disengaged"posi-
tion (Fig 27)_
b Turn height adjustment knob to lowest position
Move Attachment lift lever (Fig 27) forward to lower
mower to its lowest position_
c Roll belt off engine pulley (Fig 28)
"HIGHEST _
POSITION
N_ LIFT LEVER
PL,UNGE R LIFT
LEVER
ATTACHME __W
CLUTCHLEVER._._._ ._"_
"DISENGAGED _ j ' -'--_ "
os,T,ON" .:'. _
_1 "t/ P
, / OSITION
)
FIGURE27
\
3ELT
ENGINE
PULLEY _
\\
/
(
FIGURE 2 8
CLUTCH PARALLEL RETAINER
ROD RETAINER LINK FRONT SPRINGS
SPRING _ AXLE
\
d Pull bell off beth mandrels
e, Spring bell guide away form idler pulley and pull belt
off idler pulley
t Slide belt from under extension spring
REAR
HINGE
PIN
FIGURE 29
21
REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
\
FIGURE 30
21. Mower Drive Belt Replacement
a. Slide belt under extension spring (Fig. 30).
b. Place belt on rear side of beth mandrels_
c. Spring idler belt guide down and place belt around
rear side of idler pulley°
d Rofl belt over engine pulley,
e. Make sure belt is inside aft belt guides
22. Mower Drive Belt Adjustment
Yourtractor has been manufactured with theability to read-
just the mower belt drive to provide you with longer belt life.
If the attachment clutchlever travels 3-1/2" up the slot in the
dash before spring resistance is evident, adjustment is nec-
essary. NOTE: CHECK FOR PROPER SPRING TENSION
WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND THE LIFT LEVER IN THE
HIGHEST POSITION.
a. Lower the mower deck for easier access.
b. Using (2) 1/2 wrenches, remove the bolt, nut & D-
shaped washers (Fig° 30 - Inset).
Co Move extension spring from lower end of slot to
upper end in mck shaft assembly and install belt, nut
& the D.shaped washers.
d. TightenbeltandnuttosecuretheD-shapedwashers
(flat side down).
LIFT LEVER
PLUNGER
°Fc F /
GROUND_
uNz _ --
FIGURE31
SIDE.TOotIDE
ADJUSTMENT
TRUNNION
SIDE-TO,SIDE
J ADJUSTMENT
,_-_ BOTTOM
:271-- o.oo.o
_A UNE
NOTE:
WHEN INSTALLING A NEW BELT, EXTENSION
SPRING MUST BE RETURNED TO LOWER END
OF SLOT (ORIGINAL POSITION) ON ROCK
SHAFT ASSEMBLY.
23, Level Mower Housing
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or
driveway. Make sure tire pressures are 14 PSI in fronttires
and 12PSl in rear tiras, fftlres are over or under inflated, you
willnot properly adjustyour mower.
Side-to.Side Mower Adjustment
a. Depress liftlever plunger and use liftlever to raise
mower to maximum cutting height.
b. Measure he_ht from bottom of curltogroundline at
fmnt of mowero Distance "A"should be the same on
beth sides (Fig. 31).
c. Ifdistance "A"needs tobe changed, snap out access
hole cover on L.H. side above footrest° Use 9/16"
wrench on nuts "B"and "C" at side-to-side adjust-
ment trunnion (Fig. 32).
d. Toraise leftsideofmower, loosen nut'B"and tighten
nut "C'.
e. To lower left side of mower, loosen nut "C" and
tighten nut "B'.
_32
22
REPAIR AND ADJUSTMEHT
NOTE: ONE ROTATION OF ADJUSTMENT NUTS IS
3/16"EQUIVALENT TO APPROXIMATELY
HEIGHT CHANGE.
f Be sure all nuts are securely tightened
g Reploce cover
Front-To-Rear Mower Adjustment
a
b.
C
d.
e
To obtain the best cutting results, your mower hous-
ing should be adjusted so the front and rear flange
distance "D" (Fig 33) is 1/2" lower in front when the
mower is positioned in the highest cutting position
NOTE:' MEASURE DISTANCE "D" FROM
GROUND LINE TO BOT-IOM OF CURL ON RIGHT
REAR FLANGE AND COMPARE TO DISTANCE
"D" AT BOTTOM OF CURL ON RIGHT FRONT
FLANGE
To raise rear of mower, loosen nut "E" on both rear
suspension arms _ Screw both nuts "F"up EQUAL
NUMBER OF TURNS (Fig 34),
When distance "D" is I/2" lower at front than rear
tighten nuts "Et
To Iower rear of mower, loosen nut "F" on both rear
suspension arms an EQUAL NUMBER OF TURNS
(Fig,,34).
When distance "D" is 1/2" lower at front than rear,
retighten nuts "E'_
NOTE: WHEN ADJUSTING REAR SUSPENSION TRUN-
NIONS, ALWAYS ADJUST BOTH EQUALLY SO
MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL.
24. Storage
Removemowerfromtractorforwinterstorage. Whenmower
is to be storedfor aperiod of time, clean it thoroughly, remove
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Give blades and underside of
housing a good coat of grease or rust preventative, Store in
a clean dry area°
REAR
SUSPENSION
ARM
BOTTTOM
OF CU
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D
T-----
GROUND
LINE
REAR
SUSPENSION
TRUNNION
OF CURL
GROUND
LINE
FIGURE 33
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SUSPENSION
REAR NUT"'E' RM
SUSPENSION f_
TRUNNION __ LIFT
NUT__"F" BRACKET
FIGURE 34
A. Fuel System
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essen-
tial fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel
hose, or tank during storage Also, experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the
fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage
of 30 days or longer
B,
C,
D,
E_
Engine 011
Drain (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine
oil, (See chart page 16)
Cylinder
1 Remove spark plug
2 Pouroneounceofoilthroughsparkplughole into
cylinder
3 Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few
seconds to distribute oil
4 Replace with new spark plug
Battery
1_ Prior to storage, clean terminals and top of battery
General Cleaning
Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc , of all foreign
matter
F. Store In a Clean Dry Area
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REPAIFIAND ADJUSTMENT
Q SPINDLE
LUBRICATIONCHART
.,e_LE HOT Q
SPINDLE Q
®
_ CLUTCH/BRAKE
PIVOT (
ATTACHMENT LIFT'_
_iJ ARM \
_FRONT WHEEL
BEARING (_
CLUTCH PIVOT
CLUTCH/BRAKE Q
PIVOT
ATTACHMENT LIFT ARM Q
MOWER CLUTCH
PIVOT
Q SAE 30 MOTOR OIL
Q GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
REFER TO PAGE 16 FOR ENGINE
OIL SPECIFICATIONS.
m
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE/REMEDY (SEE INDEX)
Push Clutch/Brake Pedal Into Brake Position
Move Attachment Clutch Lever to "Disengaged Position
Fill Fuel Tank with Gasoline. Check Fuel Line end Carburet
WILL NOT START {clean If necessery/ Replace Fu_l Filter
Check fuse for fault and replace
Recharge or replace Battery
Check WiHng
Replace Spark Rug end adjust gap
WILL NOT TURN OVER
Charge Battery
Replace Ignition Switch
Depress Clutch/Brake Pedal
Disengage Attachment Clutch Lever
Replace Interlock Switch
Replace Solenoid
Replace Fuse
Check All Wire Connections
Replace Starter
ENGINE CLICKS BUT WON'T START Chargeor ReplaceBattery
HARD TO START
ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER
ENGINE OVERHEATS
Place Throttle Control In "FAST" position
and run starter several times to clear our gas
Remove and clean Fuel Tank and lines Replace Fuel F/her
Remove Air Filter and clean
Replace Spark Plug and adjust gap
Replace Batte_
Check the wiring and Spark Plug
Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor, use fresh fuel and
replace Spark Plug
Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor
Major Engine Overhaul
Shift to a lower gear or reduce load
Remove and clean Fu_l Tank; replace Fuel Filter
Remove and clean Air Cleaner
Make necessary carburetor adjustments
Clean Air Screen
Add or change ell
Replace Spark Plug
Check Spark Plug and check for loose wires
Major Engine overhaul
Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor and refill
Clean Air Screen
Add or change oil
Clean Engine Cooling Fine
Remove and clean Muffler or replace
Remove and clean Air Fi_er
Use fresh fuel and adjust Carburetor
NO LIGHTS Check Fuse, Switch and wire connections, Replace
Headlight Bulbs
WON'T CHARGE
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM WILL NOT SHUT DOWN
WHEN OPERA TOR LEA VES SEA T,
Note: This tractor Is equipped with an operator presence sans.
ing system Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with
the enigne running eric]the attchment clutch engaged will shut
down the engine,
Check Fuse and replace
Replace Battery
Replace Regulator
Replace Alternator
Engage attachment clutch
Check all wire connections
Check seat switch Check operator l>resence relay
Check PTO Switch
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TROUBLESHOOTING
UNSATISFACTORY MOWER PERFORMANCE
UNEVEN DISTRIBUTION OF CLIPPINGS
MOWER BLADES WILL NOT ROTATE
Check air pressure in tires
Check trent to rear and side to side mower adjust.
mant
Use e slower ground speed
Check engines RPM's Irefer to Carburetor Adjustment)
Replace mower bladea
Reinstall mower blades with top of blade up
Replace with proper mower blades
Re-adjust mower drive belt
Install new Mower Drive Belt
Reinstall Mower Drive Belt
Adjust Mower Drive Bolt
Replace Frozen Mandrel
Replace Frozen Idler Pulley
EXCESSIVE MOWER VIBRATION Replace Bent or Unbalanced Blades
ReplaceMozldrel,Straighten Deck or replace
WiND ROWING STRIPPING OR DROPPING Let grass dry out
OF GRASS CLIPPINGS Clean undersideof Mower Deck
Readjust Mower
UNEVEN CUT OR SCALPING ReadjustMower
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