Craftsman 917258590 tractor User Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.258590 OWNER'SMANUAL

° Assembly

• Operation

° Customer Responsibilities

oService and Adjustments

o Repair Parts

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659_5917

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE 1S CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS,.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH+

I, GENERAL OPERATION

• Read,understand,and followallinstructionsinthe manual

andonthe machinebeforestarting+

• Only allow responsibleadults,who are familiar with the

instructions,to operatethe machine.

• Clear the area of objectssuch as rocks,toys,wire, etco,

whichcouldbe pickedupand thrownbythe blade°

• Besuretheareaisclearofo.therpeoplebeforemowing°Stop

machineif anyoneentersthe area.

• Nevercarrypassengers+

° Donotmowinreverseunlessabsolutelynecessary.Always

lookdownand behindbeforeandwhilebacking.

o Beaware ofthe mowerdischargedirectionanddo notpoint

it at anyone..Do not operatethe mowerwithouteitherthe

entiregrasscatcheror theguard inplace.

• Slowdownbeforeturning+

• Neverleavea rurmingmachineunattended°Alwaysturnoff

blades,set parkingbrake,stop engine, and removekeys

before dismounting°

• Turnoffbladeswhennot mowing+

• Stop enginebefore removinggrasscatcheror unclogging

chute.

• MowonlyIn daylightorgoodartificial light.

• Do not operate the machinewhileunderthe influenceof

alcoholordrugs°

• Watchfor trafficwhenoperatingnearorcrossingroadways°

= Useextra carewhenloadingor unloadingthe machineinto

atrailerortruck°

il. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and

tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or

death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back

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

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

= Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed° Choose a low gear so that you will not have

to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

o Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the stopes slow and gradual Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope+. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope+

DO NOT:

° Do not turnon slopes unlessnecessary, and then, turnslowly

and gradually downhill, if possible+

° Do not mow near drop+offs, ditches, or embankments. The

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge

of a cliffor ditch, or if an edge caves in°

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

sliding.

° Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

ground_

° Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

!11. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity, Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep childrenout of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult.

° Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area°

• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriousIy

injured or interfere with safe machine operation+

• Never allow chiidren to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind comers, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

,, Use extra care in handlinggasoline and otherfuels. "Theyare

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 dosed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition+

• Never tamper with safety devices° Check their proper

operation regularly°

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing°

° Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object+

Repair, if necessary, before restarting..

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catchercomponents are subjectto wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace withmanufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-

essary+

° Mower blades are sharp and can cut.. Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them_

° Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required.

Look for this symbol to point out important

safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONfl! BECOME ALERTltf YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug

wtre and placewtre where it cannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental

_+ starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs+

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A WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc-

tive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance_

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen-

tedDepartment. We have competent, well-trained tech-

nicians and the proper tools to service or repair this trac-

toro

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions witt

enable you to assemble and mahtain your tractor prop-

edy, Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917.258590

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears maintenance agreement is available on this prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

° Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 16

GASOLINE CAPACITY 35 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 10W-30 (above 32'_F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W!O FILTER: 35 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

(GAP: .040")

VALVE CLEARANCE: NOT ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 5_5

REVERSE: 2_4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSi

CHARGING SYSTEM: !5 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MtN CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: UIR

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30_35 FT, LBS.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-coy -

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

(if any)_ If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center

(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if thisCraftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according

to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears witl repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material

or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during no_mal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc

° Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improperstorage or accident or the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual,

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or

workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge

IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30

DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIP*

MENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (1N-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE

AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.) THIS WARRANTY

APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES,

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you may also have other rightswhich may vary from state to state

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO, D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

FABLE OF

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SAFETY RULES ......... '.......... '....................................... 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 16-19

WARRANTY .................................................................. 3

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......................................... 5

ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 7-10

OPERATION ........................................................... 11-16

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 17

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 21-27

STORAGE ................................................................... 28

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 29-30

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 32-49

REPAIR PARTS- ENGINE .................................... 50-55

PARTS ORDERINGISERVICE ................ BACK COVER

INDEX

Accessories ........................................................5

Adjustments:

Brake ..............................................................24

Carburetor .................................................27

Mower

Front-To-Back ......................... 22

Side-To*Side ...................................22

Throttle Control Cable .........................27

Air Filter, Engine..................................................20

Air Screen, Engine ................................................19

Assembly ......................................................7-10

Battery:

Charging ................................................8

Cleaning .............................................18

Starting with Weak Battery .......... 26

Storage ..........................................................28

Terminals ..............................................18

Belt:

Motion Drive

RemovallReplacement ............ 24

Mower Belt(s)

Removal/Replacement .........o.......23

Blade:

Sharpening ....................................................18

Replacement .............................................18

Brake Adjustment .............................................24

Carburetor Adjustment ........................................27

Controls, Tractor .................................................!2

Customer Responsibilities ...................17-20

Engine:

Air Filler .........................................................20

Air Screen ....................................19

Cooling Fins ..........................................20

Engine Oil ..........................................15,19

Fuel Filter ........................................20

Spark Plug(s) ..............................20

Tractor:

Battery ..........................................................18

Blade ...............................................18

Lubrication Chart .............................17

Maintenance Schedule ............ 17

Tire Care .......................................8,18,25

Transaxle ........................................19

Cutting Height, Mower ...............................13

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays .........................26

Schematic ....................................................31

Widng Diagram .............................. 32

Engine:

Air Filter .....................................................20

Air Screen ................................................................19

Cooling Fins ...............................................20

Oil Change ........................................................19

Oil Level ......................................... 19

Oil Type ...................................................15,19

Preparation .................................... 15

Repair Parts ............................ 50-55

Starting ...............................................................15

Storage .....................................................28

Filter:

Air Filter ......................................... 20

Fuel .......................................................................20

Fuel:

Type ......................................................................15

Storage .........................................................28

Fuse ............................................................................26

Hood Removal/Installation ......................26

Maintenance Schedule ...............................17

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to*Back ................22

Adjustment, Side-to-Side .............. 22

Blade Replacement .................................18

Blade Sharpening ................................18

Cutting Height .............................................13

Installation ...................................... 29

Operation .................................................14

Removal ........................................................2!

Mowing Tips .....................................................16

Muffler ..........................................................20

Spark Arrester ....................................3,40

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Cold Weather Conditions .............15,19

Engine ....................................................19

Storage .....................................................28

Operation .......................................................12-16

Operating Mower ..................................................!4

Options:

Accessories ........................................5

Spark Arrestor ..........................................3,40

Parking Brake ................................ 12-13

Parts Bag ..............................................................6

Parts, Replacement/Repair ...................32-49

Product Specifications ..............................3

Repair Parts ................................................32-55

Safety Rules .........................................................2

Seat ...............................................................8

Service and Adjustment_, ......................21-27

Carburetor ..................................................27

Fuse .....................................................26

Hood Remova!/Instaltation ...............26

Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ............ 24

Mower Belt(s)

Remova!/Replacement ................23

Mower Adjustment

Front-to-Back ...................................22

Side-to-Side ...................................22

Mower Removal/Installation ......... 21

Tire Care ...................................................8,18,25

Slope Guide Sheet ...........................................59

Spark Plug(s) ..............................................................20

Specifications ....................................................3

Starting the Engine .................................15

Steering Wheel .......................................7,25

Stopping the Tractor .....................................t3

Storage ..............................................................28

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ........27

Tires ..........................................................8,18,25

Trouble Shooting Chart .......................29-30

Transaxle ........................................................t9

Warranty ....................................................................3

Wiring Diagram ..............................................32

Wiring Schematic ...........................................31

A Ri AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available throughmost Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractorwas purchased..

Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor.

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG

GAS CAN

ENGINEOIL FUEL STABILIZER

AIR FILTER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor° Many of these are listedbelow with brief explanations of how they can help

you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes

may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model. Contact your nearest Sears store for the

accessories and attachments that are available for' your tractor.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching.

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Ta-

pered 2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs

puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in.

Steel weight tray for increased penetration.

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a

healthier', nearer looking lawn_ Two Permanex containers hold

30-gallon plastic bags.

BUMPER protects front end of tracLor from damage.

CARTS make hauling easy.. Variety of sizes available, plus

accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover,

protective mat and dolly.,

CORING AERATOR takes smal! plugs out of soil to allow mois-

ture and nutrients to reach grass rools. 36-inch swathe 24

hardened steel coring tips 150 Ibl.capacity weight tray_

EASY oIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster_

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain_

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at once,

such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers,

carts or other heavy attachments).

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce

chances of"scalping" on uneven terrain. For mower decks not so

equipped_

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted teaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty springtine

teeth..Usefulto prepare bare areas for seeding. Available for front

or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION

SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and

tosses thatch into large hopper_ Mounts behind tractor'.

MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KII", once installed, lets you

mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without

changing blades._For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convertible

mowers.. See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this

manual.

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a

pickup truck. Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber,

ROLLER for smoother _awn surface. 36-tnch wide, 18-inch

diameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 Lbs.of weight. Rounded

edges prevent harm to tuff. Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum..

SNOW BLADE forsnow removaL only, !4-inch high,48-inch wide

blade clears 42-inch pathwhen angled left or right. Raises, lowers

with side lever. Adjustable skids; replaceabIe, reversible scraper

bar.. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar

weight..)

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath.. Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wet/heavy snow. Mounts easily with simple pin

arrangement. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat.. 6-inch

diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet, Lift controlled at

tractor seat, (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear

drawbar weight.)

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the

tractor battery or other 12-volt source, includes booms for

automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying, Wand

has adjustable spray pattern. For applying herbicides, insecti-

cides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers..

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill-

ing easy.. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-

icers and sand°

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.

TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,

cultivate and compost garden residue... Titier has its own built-in

liftand depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch..

Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the tractor

drawbar and go_ Optional accessories convert unit for

dethatching, aerating, hitl[ng._..without too_s.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction.

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastic top;clear plasticwindshield offers 360 degree

visibility.. Hinged metal doors with catch, Keeps operator warm

and dry. Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun

protector' in summer° Optional accessories include: tinted/

tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;

12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top.

VACS for powerful collection of heavygrass clippings and reaves.

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach

places. VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder..

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications.

Uses (t) 55 tb..weight..

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy materials.

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

(1) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

(1) Knob

(1) Washer

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

lL__tainer Springs (double loop)

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop)

(2) Screws (2) Lock

#10 x 5/8 Washers

#10

(2) Weld Nuts #10

I_ (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

(2) Washers

9/32 x 5/8

x 16Ga.

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4_20

(2) Lock

Washers 1/4

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Steering Mulcher

Wheel Plate

Manual

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Video

Cassette

Parts Bag

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Parts bag contents not shown full size

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(2) Shoulder (2) Center- (2) Gauge

Bolts lockNuts Wheels

_k _ (2) Washers 3/8

• x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

_(2) Front Link Assemblies

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

Steering

Sleeve

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Your' new tractor has been assernbled at the factory with excL_ptionof those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes_

To ensure safe and proper' operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper' tightness_

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed_

(1) 3/4" wrench (2) 7/16" wrench

(1) 9/16" wrench Utility knife

(1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge

(!) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet

When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

- Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6)_

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels flat.

• Remove mower and packing materials_

o Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove_

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Remove Iocknut and large flat washer from steering

shall

• Positionfront wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward,,

• Slide the steering sleeve over' the steering shaft.

o Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto adapter.

• Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with Iocknut

and large flat washer previously removed,, Tighten

securely,

° Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel°

° Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID,

Fi="-. _ LARGE FLAT

_ WASHER

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FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-

tion section for location and function of con-

trols)

• Press lift lever plungerand raise attachment lift leve_to

its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal°

• Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to

disengage transmission (See 'q'O TRANSPORT" in

the Operation section of this manual),.

• Roll tractor backwards off skid,,

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CONNECT BATTERY(See Fig. 2)

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CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

• Lifthood to raised position,i

. Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec-

tive caps and discard_

• If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps,.

• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lockwasher and hex

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-)battery

terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nuL Tighten securely°

• Close terminal access doors.

Use terminal access doorsfor:

° Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware).

• Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery,

- Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging,

LOCK FLAT

HEX NUT WASHER WASHER

DISCARD TERMINAL _ _ HEX

PROTECTIVE CAPS \ _ '_ BOLT

.....f._-.o oo. . .......

TERMI'hAI_"'! i_ = •

ACCESS

DOOR ', "!;>_'_"_]_ _,_lll!l_--_ POSITIVE

; 1 °ABLE

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob°

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

- Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely.,

Do not tighten.

• Tighten shoulder bolt securely..

° Lower seat into operating position and sit on seal

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutchlbrake pedal all the way

down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position_

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

SHOULDER _ _ \_ _,' \\ \

BOLT . _-_ o \\"\_="'-_'_-\ \ " \\\

AD,UST EN,

KNOB

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tireson your tractorwere overinflatedat the factory for

shipping purposes° Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see

that the brake is properly adjusted,, See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual..

FIG. 2

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 4 and 7)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension

arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park-

ing brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts.

Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

- Slide mower' under tractorwith discharge guardto right

side of tractor..

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN

ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO

ENGINE PULLEY GROOVE.

• Install one front link in top hole of the Loll. front mower

bracket and L.H. front suspension brackeL Retain with

two single loop retainer springs as shown.

• Install second front linkin R.Hofront suspension bracket

and retain with singEeloop retainer spring as shown.,

- Slide rightside of mower back and install link in top hole

of RH_ front mower bracket. Retain with single loop

retainerspring as shown.

• Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it

stops°

o Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.

• Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck

pins, If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to

align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms,

Retain with double loop retainer springs with loops

down as shown.

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. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring°

• Install clutch rod in clutch lever-. Secure with retainer

spdng

. Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove

slack from mower' suspension.

o Raise deck to highest position..

- Assemble gaugewheels as shown using Iongshoulder

bolts, 3/8 washers, and 3/8-16 centerlocknuts_ Tighten

securely_

° Adjust gauge wheels before operatihg mower as shown

inthe Operation section of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled.

See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower

drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the befts are

routed correctly.

CLUTCH

LEVER

CLUTCH

ROD

RETAINER

SPRING FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKETS

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS (outward pointing

BRACKET deck pins)

SUSPENSION

ARMS

ENGINE

PULLEY

FRONT

LINK

SHOULDER

BOLT

GAUGE

WHEEL

3/8WASHER

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

318-16

CENTER

LOCKNUT

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

IDLER

PULLEY

FIG. 4

SINGLE

LOOP

RETAINER

SPRINGS

MOWER

BRACKET

DISCHARGE GUARD

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,

washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE; Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting

weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

• Tighten hardware securely.

° Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position..

• Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck

opening and slide into place, as shown..

° Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

i, .................................................!

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold

guard when attaching mulcher plate

and allow it to rest on plate while in

operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE; It is not necessary to change blades° The mulcher

blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

WELD NUT

FROM THE TOP

HOOK POINTS

DOWN

LOCK

WASHER

WELD. SCREW

NUT "_

LATCH

HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK

WASHER

_'_-SCREW

WELD

NUT

FIG. 5

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

FIG. 6

LATCH

HOOKS

v"CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

¢" All assembly instructions have been completed..

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

v" Battery is properly prepared andcharged (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

,," All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were ovednflated at the factory).

,./ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

v" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

#" Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

v" Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper Ievel.

,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

_" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition,

,z It is imtdortant to purge the transmission before you

operate your new tractor for the first time. Follow

roper starting and transmission purging instructions

See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMIS-

SION" in Operation section of this manual).

OPERATION

HJlIH,

These symbols may appear on your tractor or' in literature supplied with the prodi]ct Learn and understand their meaning,.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE

FORWAR D FAST SLOW

CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

REVERSE NEUTRAL

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

HIGH

LOW PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

i lUl ill i i,i1_,,,_,,,_.... _,,

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

OPERATION

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Comparethe illustrationswithyourtractor tofamiliarize yourselfwiththe locationsofvadous controlsand adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

IGNITION SWITCH

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

LIGHT SWITCH

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT LIFT

LEVER

PARKING BRAKE

LEVER

MOTION CONTROL

LEVER

SPEED

3 MPH

FREEWHEEL 2 MPH

CONTROL 1

FIG. 7

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off_

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and

controllingengine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordeclutchingand brak-

ing the tractor and startingthe engine.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER: Locks clutch/brake pedal into

the brake position,

AMMETER - Indicates charging (.÷) or discharging (-) of

battery.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to release attach-

merit lift lever when changing its position,

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and

directionof tractor,

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the

mowerdeck orother attachments mountedto your tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine,

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages transmissionfor

pushingor slowlytowing the tractor with the engine off,

OPERATION

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nm, I I I I

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which carl

result in severe eye damage. Always wear' safety glasses or eye shields while operating your

tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over the spectacles or standard safety glasses,

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing

switch, When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

- Depress clutchforake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold.

. Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

IGNITION

KEY

THROTTLE/

CHOKE

CONTROL

LEVER

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

LEVER "ENGAGED"

POSITION

PARKING BRAKE

POSITION

MOTION CONTROL

LEVER

CLUTCH/BRAKE HEIGHT

PEDAL "DRIVE" ADJUSTMENT

POSITION KNOB

FIG. 8

PARKING BRAKE

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

STOPPING (See Fig, 8)

MOWER BLADES -

. Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition_

GROUND DRIVE -

o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position,

- Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position,

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED,

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow (,,_) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (,,t_)

position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire",

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key,

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use,.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass,. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas°

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaw

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Afways operate engine at full throttle,

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate,,

• Full throttle offers the best mower performance,,

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig, 8)

The direction and speed of rnovement is controlled by the

motion control lever,

= Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)

position,

° Release parking brake and clutchlbrake pedal

• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position,

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTt'ING HEIGHT

(See Fig, 8)

The cutting height iscontrolled by turningthe height adjust-

rnent knob in desired direction.

° Turn knob clockwise ((",l) to raise cutting height.

- Turn knob counterclockwise (_"_,)to lower cutting

height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4"° The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running_ These heights are approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed,.

. The average lawn should be cutto approximately2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth°

o For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice_ Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired heighL

OPERATION

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig, 9)

Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.

° Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO

ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT' in the Opera-

tion section of this manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off

the ground° Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole

with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 locknutand

tighten securely_

• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

GUAGE

WHEEL

MOUNTING _

BRACKET. ._/_,

318 WASHER --.._

FIG. 9

SHOULDER BOLT

GAUGE

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing

switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

° Lower mower with attachment lift control

. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch controt.

ATTACHMENT

LEVER

HIGH POSITION

.'j

.'," LOW

.'..L-----_POSfflON

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

LEVER "ENGAGED"

POSITION

DISCHARGE

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

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CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and

do not drive across any slope,

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills,

Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position°

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

braker

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCHtBRAKE PEDAL tS DEPRESSED

- To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting_

• Make all turns slowly°

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs, 7 and 111)

When pushingor towing you r tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar

of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control

° Pull freewheel control knob out and hold in position by

inserting retainer spring into forward hole of control rod,

= Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be su re hood isclosed and

secured to tracton Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc).

FIG. 11

FIG. 10

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 16)

• The engine inyourtractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil,.

° Check engine oil with tractor on level ground_

° Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off.

Reinsert the dipstick into the 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 "FULU'

mark on dipstick is reached.. Do not overfill

° For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

o To change engine oil, see the Customer' Responsibili-

ties section in this manual..

ADD GASOLINE

° Fill fue! tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane., (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life),. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness,.

IMPORTANT; WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW32_F(0aC), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohot or using ethanol or' methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage.. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage° To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or pemlanent

damage may occur°

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler' neck, Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame,

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine

has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine..

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position_

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position°

o Move.throttle control to choke (N) position.,

Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

• Insert keyinto ignition and turn keyclockwise to"START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts, Do

not run starter continuousfy for more than fifteen sec-

onds per minute_ If the engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,,_)

position, wait a few minutes and try again_ If engine still

does not start, move the throttle control back to the

choke (1\1)position and retry,.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast

(,te_)position.

° The attachments and ground drive can nowbe used. if

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below)

° When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle

control in the choke (\]) position until the engine runs

roughly, then move thrott e control to fast (,¢_)position.,

This may require an engine warm-up period from

several seconds to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

= Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmis-

sion should be warmed up as follows:

° Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

o Place the motion control lever' in neutraL.

Release the parking brake and let the clutch!brake

slowly return to operating position.

= Allow one minute for transmission to warm up..

This can be done during the engine warm up

period.

o The attachments can also be used duringthe engine

warm-upperiod afterthe transmission has been warmed

up.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual..

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage ordisengage

freewheel lever while the engine is run-

ning.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-

mended that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for' the first tirne_ This procedure wil{ remove any

trapped air' insidethe transmission which may have devel-

oped during shipping of your tractor,.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION

BEFORE OPERATIN'G THE TRACTOR.

° Place tractor safely on Ievelsurface with engine off and

parking brake seL

o Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

° Sitting inthe tractor seat, start engine° After the engine

is running, move throttlecontrol to slow (.e!,) position.

With motion control lever inneutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal

o Move motion control lever to full forward position and

hold for five (5) seconds, Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds° Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

OPERATION

NOTE: Dudng thisprocedure there will be no movement of

drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic dnve

system

= Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position_ Shut-

off engine and set parking brake°

° Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" inthis section

of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine

is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.

With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move

motion control lever to reverse position° After the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control leverto the neutral (N) position, Repeat

this procedure with the motion control lever three (3)

times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal

operation,.

MOWING TIPS

° Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

is attached to tractor.

• Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing

performance,. See 'q"O LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

° Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

machine,. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left hand turns until

finished (See Fig. 12),.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

dPings.Make first cut relatively high; the second to the

esired height..

- Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing°

° Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to

assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of material Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting

performance as well as the quality of cut desired°

° When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

¢:....

FIG. 12

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH° CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

° The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the _rass

and not be noticed., Also, the mulched grass will bode-

grade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawm Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this

will provide the best recutting action of the blades..

° Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.. Wet grass tends

to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action,.

The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoom

At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area

will not be exposed to the direct sun,.

° For best results, adjust the mowercutting height so that

the mower cuts off only the top one4hird of the grass

blades (See Fig. 13)o For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly.

° Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire that an area be mulched a second time to com-

pletely hide the clipping& When doing a second Cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path..

° Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west the

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawno

MAX 1/3

FIG. 13

IBILITIES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULARSERVtOE /_._"S ERVtCE DATES

Check Brake Operation ............V _' . . V # .......

Check Tire Pressure _ V v . V _ . . .

iT Check for Loose Fasteners I1_ !1_7

A ShatpenJReplace Mower Blades !_4

, ii i,o Cha ii............i........ v' v' , ,

T Check BatteryLevel/Recharge : _ : _ .............

0 Clean Battery and Terminals V e t_

R Check Transaxle Cooling I_

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension _5

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _/_

Check Engine Oil Level _ tf

Change Engine Oil 6#4 , ]_1,2,3 ......... 6#4 .....

'iF Clean Air Fillet' . . $/'2 ....................

N Clean Air Screen _2 ..................

_,G Inspect Muffler!spark Arrester _#'

| Replace Oil Filter (if equipped) $,'_1,2

NE €!eanEngineC°oilngFlns i I i i i¢Ii "

Replace Spark Plug 11/ t_ /

Replace Air Filler Paper' Cartridge 6#_'_

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in htgh ambient temperatures

2 - Service mere often when operating In dirty or dusty conditions,,

3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours

4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy sell.

5 - If equipped with adjustable system,,

6 - Not required if equipped with mainlenance-free batlety

7 - Tighten front axle pivot boil to 35 tt.qbs maximum.

Do net overtighten

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor' does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence° To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual 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 belts for

wear'.. A new spark plug and clean air filter-assure

proper air4uel mixture and help your engine run better

andlast Ionger,

BEFORE EACH USE

= Check engine oil level.

• Check blake operation°

• Check tire pressure,

° Check for loose fasteners,

LUBRICATION CHART

(_SPINDLE ZERK_ _ -- SPINDLE ZERK(_)

®SAE 30 MOTOR OIL

®GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

I_--FRONTWHEEL®

-_ BEARINGZERK

®REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OiL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS,

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF_LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-

DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY

ME SIBILITIES

TRACTOR

AIways observe safety rules when performingany mainte-

nance,

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tiros (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual),

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber,

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re-

place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 14)

. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

° Remove hex bolt, lockwasher andflat washersecuring

blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

° Reassemble hex bolt, lockwasher and fiat washer in

exact order as shown.

° Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs.. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

__ MANDREL

BLADE ASSEMBLY

TRAILING

EDGE UP

FLAT WASHER ,_ _,_'_,,,_ I

LOCK WASH ER -,..,,._

HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIRED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 14

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. '15)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

anGer)°

• Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion ofthe steel bolt

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position, I[ either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not°

CENTER HOLE /

FIG. 15

BATTERY

Your tractor has a batterycharging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its lifeo

• Keep battery and terminals clean,,

• Keep battery bolts tight°

, Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for i hour

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery' and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

° Rinse the battery with plain water and dry_

- Clean terminals and battery cable endswith wire brush

until bright°

° Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

- Reinstall battery (see "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

CUSTOMER ILITIES

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept

clean to assure proper cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is

running or while the transmission is hot.

= Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intactand

clean.

° Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other

materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean

coohngfins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte-

nance isnot requiredfor'the life ofthe transaxle. Shouldthe

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,contactyour near-

est authorized service center/department.

V-BELTS

CheckV-belts for deteriorationand wear after 100 hoursof

operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity

grade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

ll}lllT_ |1

4ii m limm t

°F -20" O" 30 ° 32 ° 40 ° 60" 80" 100 =

°c -3o" -2o' -t_)o o° lo" 2o" 30, ,to'

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OiL CHANGE

FIG. 16

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 16 and 17)

Determine temperature mangeexpected before oilchange.

All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH.

° Be sure tractor is on level surface.

° Oil will drain more freely when warm°

° Catch oil in a suitable container.

° Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil • •

° Remove drain plugo

= After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

= Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual

• Use gauge on oil fill cap!dipstick for checking level.

insert dipstick into the 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.

AIR CLEANER

COVER

FOAM

PRE-CLEANER

COVER KNOB

WING NUT

RUBBER

CLEANER

BASE

AIR CLEANER

PAPER L FILL

CARTRIDGE CAP/DIPSTICK

AIR SCREEN

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc°)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F, Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil,

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if thetractor

is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Checkthecrankcase oil level before starting the engine and

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

dipstick securely each time you check the oi! level.

FIG, 17

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 17)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent

engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

fibers.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter°

Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera-

tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every I00

hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove knob and cover°

• Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

° Wash it in liquid detergent and water,

° Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry,

• 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 cartddgeo

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized

air, as this will damage the cartridge.

• Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the

paper cartridge.

° Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten

knob securely.

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 cooling fins and external

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled_

NOTE: Operating the engine witha blocked grass screen,

dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re-

moved will cause engine damage due to overheating_

ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 18)

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil

change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one

year°

• Drain oil from engine crankcase (See 'q_O CHANGE

ENGINE OIU' in this section of this manual, through

step remove drain plug)o

• Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter_

• Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber

gasket on replacement oil filter.

• Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oil

filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter

adapter, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn.

• Fill crankcase with new oil (See 'q'O CHANGE EN-

GINE OIL in this section of this manual). For approxi-

mate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 3 of this manual.

• Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any

leaks before placing engine into full operation.

OIL FILTER /

FIG. 18

MUFFLER

Inspectand 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 use, whichever comes

first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)

The fuel _ter should be replaced once each season. Iffue!

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required°

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

• Place new fuel _ter in position in fuel line with arrow

pointing towards carburetor°

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned.

° Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline°

CLAMP

FU____ / CLAMP

FILTER

FIG. 19

CLEANING

- Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etco of all foreign

matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

° Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water ouL Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine lifeo

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

........................................................................ _ ,,lllll ,lll.ll .

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

* Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,

i Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key°

Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped°

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with

plug.

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18)

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position

• Turn height adjustment knob to lowestsetting.,

• Lower mower to its lowest position_

° Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever' by removing

retainer spring.

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas-

sis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

° Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at

deck and disengage arms from deck.

° Raise attachment lift to its highest position..

• Remove two retainer' springs from each front link and

remove links.

SUSPENSION

ARMS

ADJUSTMENT

NUTS

CLUTCH

ROD

LIFT

LINKS

° Slide mower forward and remove belt from engine

pulley.

o Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS..

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND

DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual

RETAINER FRONT

CLUTCH SPRING SUSPENS!ON

LEVER BRACKET

ENGINE

CHASSIS

LINKS

RETAINER

SPRINGS

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

RETAINER

SPRINGS

MOWER

BRACKET

FIG. 20

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

.........i....................................

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway_ Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manua 0.

If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs, 21 and 22)

• Raise mower to its highest position_

° At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height

from bottom edge of mower to ground° Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the same or within I/4"

of each other,

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only.

° To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment

nut on that side,

° To Iower one side of mower, loosen liftlink adjustment

nut on that side°

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut wilt change mower

height about 1/8'L

• Recheck measurements after adjusting..

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO

GROUND LINE

FIG. 21

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 23 and 24)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDEr IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so that the front isapproximately 1/8" to

1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest

position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

tance "D" directly infront and behind the mandre! at bottom

edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length,. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

• If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same

length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front

links an equal number of turns,,

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

rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front

links.

- To raise front of mower, loosen nut"F" from trunnion on

both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

° When distance "D" is t/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut"F" against trunnion on both front links,.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment,.

MANDREL

SUSPENSION

ARM

FIG. 22

LIFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 23

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "E"

NUT

FRONT LINKS

TRUNNION

FIG. 24

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig° 25) -

• Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.,

Disengage attachment clutch control

• Remove four screws from L,,H. mandrel cover and

remove cover'.

• Roll belt over the top of L.H. mandrel pulley.

° Remove belt from engine pulley_

° Remove belt from idler pulleys,

o Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck

surface_

° Check primary idler' arm and two idlersto see that they

rotate freely.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 25) -

= Install belt in both idlers, Make sure belt is in both belt

keepers at the idlers as shown.

• Install new belt onto engine pulley.

° Roll belt into upper groove of L,.H,mandrel pulley,.

° Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the

grooves correctly and inside belt keepers_

Reassemble L.H. mandrel cover'.

SCREWS

L.H. ENGINE

MANDREL IDLER PULLEY

PULLEYS

MANDREL

MOWER

DRIVE

BELT BELT

KEEPERS

FIG. 25

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake.

• Remove mower'drive belt (See'`TO REPLACE MOWER

DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual),

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this rnanual)_

° Remove four screws from R.H mandrel cover and

remove cover°

° Disconnect secondary clutch rod from pivot rod by

removing retainer spring.

= Carefully roll belt off R_H. mandrel pulley,,

= Remove belt frorn center' mandrel pulley, idlerpulley,

and L.H. mandrel pulley°

° Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu-

lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

° Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they

rotatefreeiy_

° Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and

sway-bar bracket°

° install new belt in lower groove of LHo mandrel pulley,

idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown_

o Rol! belt over RH_ mandrel pulley_ Make sure belt is in

all grooves properly,.

= Reconnect secondary clutch rod to pivot rod with

retainer spring°

o Reinstall R.H. mandrel cover..

° Reinstall mower-to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER

AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this

manual),,

° Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT in this section of this manual),

PIVOT ROD RETAINER I

SPRING

]

SECONDARY

CLUTCH

ROD

MOWER

BLADE

DRIVE BELT

LoHoMANDREL

SPRING

SWAY BAR

BRACKET

IDLER(

PULLEY

FIG. 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 28)

Park the tractor on level surface° Engage parking brake.

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of leftfootrest.,

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual.)

• Remove upper belt keeper°

• Remove belt from stationary idlerand clutching idler,

- Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove

belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades,

= Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward

from around engine pulley,,

• Install new belt by reversing above procedure,

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS.

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxleo

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted°

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parkingbrake°

Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod°

Ifdistance isother than t-3/4", loosen jam nut and turn

nut "A" until distance becomes 1o3/4". Retighten jam

nut against nut "A".

Road test tractor for properstopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further

maintenance is necessary,. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service _center.

WITH PARKING BRAKE

"ENGAGED"

JAM

NUT

OPERATING

ARM

DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE

CENTER/DEPARTMENT

FIG. 27

PULLEY

TABS

IDLER

BELT

IDLER KEEPER

TRANSMISSION"

INPUT PULLEY

FIG. 28

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

(See Fig. 29)

The motion control lever has been preset at thefactory and

adjustment should not be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its

position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the

friction pack located on the right side of transmission..

• Park tractor on level surface_ Stop tractor by turning

ignition key to "OFF" position, and engage parking

brake.

= Adjust motion control-lever by tighteningadjustment

Iocknut one half (1/2) turn°

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion

control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above

adjustment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 to 1/2 turn°

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if

necessary_

ADJUSTMENT

LOCKNUT

FIG. 29

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your' transmission require removal for service or

replacement, it should be purged after reinstaHation and

before operating the tractor', See "PURGE TRANSMIS-

SION" in Operation section of this manual°

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer'-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructionsin the Assembly

section of this manual

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on

your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 30)

* Block up axle securely°

o Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washersto allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose)..

° Repair tire and reassemble.

- On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub

and axleo Insert square key..

o Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

o Replace axle cover_

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

_ SQUARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 30

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA'n'ERY

(See Fig, 32)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ateexplosive gases. Keepsparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged, If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A t2

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM° THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES_

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short

against chassis_

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery°

° Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery_

• RED cable last from both batteries.

"POSITIVE" (+) "NEGATIVE" (-)

LH, PANEL

BOLT

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

° Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill.

° Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

° Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section of this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The

fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 33)

• Raise hood°

° Unsnap headlight wire connector.

- Stand infront of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor_

° To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 33

FIG. 32

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 34)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable° tf adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

° With engine not running, move throttle control lever

from slow (.€_) to choke (N) position_Slowly move

lever from choke (1\1)to fast (,_) position.

• Check to see if hole in throttle lever and hole in speed

control bracket are aligned.,

= If holes are not aligned, _oosencable clamp screw and

align the holes by insertinga pencil or a 1/4" drill bit

through both holes,.

° Pu]i throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable

clamp screw,, Remove alignment pencil or drill bit.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 35)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust-

ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load,, If the carburetordoes need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise)

decreases the supply of fuel to the engine givinga leaner

fuel/air mixture, Turningthe adjusting needlesout (counter-

clockwise)increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving

a richer fuel/air mixture,

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF NEEDLE IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT_

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is tow ernissiono It is

equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needte with a limiter

cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed

by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap= The

limitercap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting

needle.

° Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle

control cable is adjusted properly (see above)_

• Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes,. Make

adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

° ldte speed setting - With throttle control lever in slow

(._) position, engine should idle at 1750 RPM. If

engine idles too slow OH'fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is attained°

. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in

slow (.¢!,) position,turn idle fuel adjustment needle in

clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out

counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle

o a point midway between those two positions.

o Recheck idle speed, Readjust if necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST-

. Move throttle control lever from slow (.¢!.) to fast (,_)

position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel

adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn, Re-

peat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly..

High speed stop is factory adjusted° Do not adjust -

damage may result°

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED.. OVERSPEEDtNG THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER!

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS..

CABLE

CLAMP

SCREW

SPEED

BRACKET

FIG. 34

THROTTLE

LEVER

IDLE SPEED

ADJUSTING

IDLE FUEL,

ADJUSTING

NEEDLE

FIG. 35

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure,

/ 11/,1Jl_ ;:

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage_ When

mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor-

oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

clean, dry area,

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual)°

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructionsin the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual,

• Be sure that afl nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened° inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting..

BATTERY

• Fullycharge the battery for storage_

• After a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging,,

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual)°

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces_

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT iS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING 1N ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE iN STORAGE.

• Drain the fuel tank..

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty..

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season..

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuet gum deposits during stor-

age.. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container.. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor, Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

• Remove spark plug(s)..

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder(s).

• Turn ignitionkey to "START" position for afew seconds

to distribute oil

- Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust°

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

• if possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt°

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture, Do not use plastic, Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust..

IMPORTANt: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM,,

TROUBLESH

OOTING

POINTS

ii 1/ mmuu JJJJJlluull_u,.J

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engineclicks but will not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

CAUSE

t Out of fuet,

2. Engine not"CHOKED" pmpedy,

3. Engine flooded

4, Bad spark plug

5. Dirty air filler,

6 Dirty fuel filter,

7 Water in fuel

8, Loose or damaged wiring

9 Carburetor out of adjustment

1Q Engine valves out of adjustment,.

1, Dirty air filter

2, Bad spark plug,

3. Weak or dead battery

4, Dirty fuel fllte[,

5 Stale or dirty fuel,

6 Loose or damaged wiring

7 Carburetor out of adjustment

8 Engine valves out of adjustment

1 Clutch/brake pedal not depressed,.

2 Attachment clutchts engaged,

3 Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse,

5, Corroded batterytermtnals,

6 Loose or damaged wiring

7, Faulty ignition switch,

8 Faulty solenoid or starter,.

9 Faulty operator presence switch(es}

1, Weak or dead battery

2, Corroded batterytarmina]s

3 Loose or damaged wiring

4 Faulty solenoid or starter,

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast,

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" posilion,

3,. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower

CORRECTION

t, Fill fueltank.

2, See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section.

3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4 Replace spark plug,

5, Clean/replace air filter.

6,. Replace fuel filter,

7,. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter,

8 Check atl wiring,

9 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustmer}ts

section.

I0, Contact an authorized service center/department

I. Clean/replace air fitter,,

2. Replace spark plug,

3, Recharge or replace batter,]

4, Replace fuel filter.

5 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

6 Check afl wiring,

7 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section,

8, Contact ar_ authorized service centeddepartment,

t. Depress clutchibrake pedal

2. Disengage attachment clutch

3, Recharge or replace battery.,

4 Replace fuse,

5 Clean battery terminals,

6, Check all wiring.

7,, CheckJreptace ignition switch

8. CheckJreplace solenoid or starter,,

9 Contact an authorized service center/department,

1 Recharge or replace battery

2 Clean battery terminals,

3 Check all wiring

4 Check/replace solenoid or starter

1, Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed,

2 Adjust throttle control

3 Clean underside of mower housing,

4,. Dirty air filter.

5, Low oil leveVdirty oil.,

6, Faulty spark plug

7 Dirty fuel fitter,

8 Stale or dirty fuel

9 Water in fuel.

10 Spark plug wire loose

t I Dirty engine air screen/fins.

I2, Dirty/clogged muffler,.

13 Loose ordamaged 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),,

4 Clean/replace air filter,,

5, Check oil level!change oil,

6, Clean and regap or change spark plug,

7, Repiacefue_li]ter.

8 Drain fuet tank and refill with fresh gasotine_

9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fue! filter

t0, Connect end tighten spark plug wire

11, Clean engine air screen/_ns,,

12, Cleanfreplace muffler,

13 Check atl wiring.

t4 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

seelion,

15, Contactan authorizedservicecenteddepartment,

1 Replace biade, Tighten btade boil

2. Repface blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s) Replace damaged parts

LESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

CAUSE

1 Faulty operator-safety presence control system

1. Worn, bent orloose blade

2. Mower deck not level

Buitdup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

CORRECTION

1. Check wiring, switches and connections, if not

corrected, contact an authorized service canted

department.

1. Replace blade° Tighten blade belt

2 Levet mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight{s)not worklng

(tf so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

,,,,, ,, , ,,,

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

grass_ leaves, and trash around mandrels

1., Obstruction In clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen Fdler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too stow

2. Travel speed too fast.

3 Wet grass

4 Mower deck not level.

5. Lowtuneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade°

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mowerddvebeltwom.

9 Blades improperly Installed.

t0. improper blades used

t 1., Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1. Switch is "OFF",

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch

4. Loose or damaged wiring,

5, Blown fuse.

1,, Bad battery cell(s).

2, Poor cable connections

3.. Faulty regulator (If so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in"disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken.

3 Air trapped in transmission during shipment

or servicing.

Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine,

I. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.,

3, Replace idler puIley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

I. Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

2. ShiftIo slower speed,

3 AIIow grass to dry before mowing,

4, Level mower deck

5 Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt

7. Clean underside of mower housing

8 Replace mower drive belt.

9- Reinsta!l blades sharp edge down,

10., Replace with blades listed in this manuaI.

11., Clean around mandrals to open vent holes..

1. Turn switch "ON".

2, Replace bulb(s),

3, Check/replace light switch.

4., Check wiring and connections

5., Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery

2, Check/dean eli connections.

3. Replace regulalor.

4. Replace alternator..

1 Place freewheel control in "engaged" position

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3 Purge transmission..

Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before slopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

REO

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258590

BATTERY

BLACK

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

IGNITION

SWITCH

RED

WHITE

FUSE 30 AMP,.

,© , ©,

8LACK

BLUE

BLACK

ORANGE

| .....

SOLENOID

WHITE

STARTER

OLAGK D

[ _UEL:

' !

1 "_' LINE

1 A

FUELSHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

WHITE _I

z I

"'%0 0"_"_°'

ATT'MENTCLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

Cl IGNITIONuNIT

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

7 f - - 7T_-- - - i" _-

','--o f

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

O SPARK

__)(2 PLuG

GAP

PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL ENGINES)

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

15 AMP OC @ 3600 RPM m ......................

REGULATOR _t "YELLOW

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM

[REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

IGNITION SWITCH

PosITIoN CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF G + M + L NONE

RUN/LIGHT B + L A + Y

RUN B + L NONE

START B + L + S NONE

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM,

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE,

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM, AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

BROWN

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE /7 -7

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST, PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258590

ELECTRICAL

12o

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258590

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144926

2 74760412

3 STD551025

4 STD551125

6 STD541025

7 7697J

8 7603J

9 109596X

10 145211

11 150109

12 145769

16 153664

19 STD551t25

20 73350400

21 136850

22 4152J

24 146136

25 146148

26 108824X

28 145491

29 121305X

30 140301

31 124211X

32 141226

33 109310X

40 156149

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

44 73640400

45 122822X

55 17490508

70 140426

Battery 12 Volt 30 Amp

Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 uric x 3/4

Washer

Nut

Tube, Plastic, 46"

Tray, Battery

Clamp, Hose

Bolt BTR FRT 1-4-20 x 7.5

Holddown Battery

Nut, Push Nylon 1/4 Bat. FrL

Switch Interlock Push-In

Washer, Lock

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC

Harness, Light Socket

(Includes 4152J)

Bulb, Light

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 24"

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/

16 Wir 22"

Fuse, 30 Amp

Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 21"

Switch, Plunger

Switch, Ignition

Nut, Ignition

Cover, Key Switch

Key, Ignition

Harness, Ignition

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin.. 1/4-20 x 1/2

Cover', Terminal, Red

Solenoid

Nut Keps Btk Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp

Screw, Thdro! 5/16-18 x 1/2

Harness Engine Koh Cmd-L 15AR

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

1 inch = 25,,4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

121

119

118

114

REPAIR PARTS

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 155051 Chassis

2 140356 Drawbar

3 17490612 Screw, Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT

6 155923 Saddle

8 126471X Clip, Fuel Line

9 145203 Dash, Plastic

10 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

11 145218 Panel, Dash, LH

13 145217 Panel, Dash, RH

17 136673X558 Hood Assembly

24 STD523710 Bolt

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x t3/16 x 12 Gauge

26 STD541437 Nut

28 136373X428 Grill

29 136374 Lens, Bar, Clear

30 140002X558 Fender

31 137113 Bracket Assembly, Fender

33 t45244X558 Footrest, LH

34 145243X558 Footrest, RH

35 STD533707 Bolt

36 108067X Nut, Pal

38 139886 Bracket Assembly, Pivot, LH

39 139887 Bracket Assembly, Pivot, RH

44 140675 Fender Strap

47 105531X Nut, Push, Nylon

50 137304 Rod, Support Hood

59 110436X Bushing, Snap, Split

64 150272 Dash, Lower

66 156276X012 Plate, Dash

71 73640400 Nut

73 17580408 Screw Tap Tite 1/4-20 x 1/2

86 I36670X558 PanelAssembly, RH

87 136671X558 PanelAssembly, LH

90 STD551025 Washer 17/64

114 145349 Bracket, Support, Dash

115 121794X Cover', Access

117 144283 Washer Serrated Disk 13/32 x t

118 145595 Bracket, Clutch Mech SRS YT 95

119 19092016 Washer 9/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga_

120 137271 Rivet, Ratchet, Female

121 137269 Washer, Nylon

122 137270 Rivet, Rachet, Male

t23 157105 Bracket Assembly, Pivot, Hood LH

!24 157107 Bracket Assembly, Pivot, Hood RH

125 74180412 Screw, Machine 1/4-20 x 3/4

140 158418 Bracket SuspensionFront

- - 5479J Plug, Btn Blk 359 Diao

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIP, pARTS

T_ACTOR

. . MODEL NUMBER 9!7.258590

03 97 36

__ 30 61

/ 91

+tOO

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DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NOo DESCRIPTION

1 150071 Transaxle (See Breakdown) Hydro 63 140t86

Gr Model 310-0650 64 71170764

2 142431 Spring, Return, Brake 65 STD551143

3 143995 Pulley, Transaxle 66 154778

8 141002 Rod Shift Hydro LT 69 142432

10 76020416 Pin Cotter' 1/8 x I CAD 70 156470

15 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gro 5 7t 140158

16 73800500 Nut Lock HexW/Inso 5/16-18 Uric 72 19132012

18 74780616 . Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16Uncxt Gr. 5 73 156347

19 73800600 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 74 121199X

21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 75 121749X

22 145627 Rod, Brake Hydro 76 t2000001

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 77 123583X

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 78 !21748X

26 19131316 Washer 81 140154

27 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD, 82 123782X

28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 83 19171216

29 124236X Cap, Parking Brake 84 140548

30 130807 Bracket, Transaxle 86 71208

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x3/4 87 19212016

34 15507i Shaft, Foot Pedal 88 12000008

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 89 151146

36 19211616 Washer 91 74780536

37 1572H Pin, Roll 92 74780524

38 123674X Pu!ley, Idler, Flat 93 142564

39 74760644 Bolt 94 t40462

40 4470J Spacer', Split 95 !44643

41 154777 Keeper, Belt Idler 96 4497H

42 19131312 Washer I3/32x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 97 140469

47 127783 Pulley, idler, V-Groove 98 73510600

48 154604 BellcrankAssembly t00 191!1216

49 123205X Retainer', Belt 102 141322

50 74760624 Bolt t03 73940800

51 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 104 140156

52 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 105 71070516

53 105710X Link, Clutch 106 74780520

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 116 72110610

56 74760620 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 1t8 154774

57 140294 V_Belt, Ground Drive 121 154419

59 140312 Keeper, Center Span

61 17490612 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty. TT

62 8883R Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

Bolt Hex

Washer

Keeper' Belt Engine

Screw

Keeper Belt Engine

Strap Torque Lh Hydro 18/20" T

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge

Strap Torque Rh Hydro 18/20" T

Spacer, Split

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

E-Ring

Key, Square

Washer 25/32 x I-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Shaft Asm, Cross Hydro 20" Tires

Spring Torsion T/A

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga

Rod, Tie Hydro 20" Tires

Bushing Rod Stdg. 629/632 ID

Washer 21/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga,,

Ring Klip #5304-62

Console, Shift

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 2-1/4

Bolt Fin Hex 5/6-18 Unc x 1-1/2

Line Fuel Hydro 4"

Fan, Hydro 7"

Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

Keeper' Bolt Rh Hydro 0750. 18/20"

Nut Keps Hex 3/8-16 Unc

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

Washer Bellville .501D x 1.50D

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/4-20 Unf

Arm, Control Hydro

Screw Cap Hex 5/16 x 18 x 1

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Uric x 1-1/4

Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-t6 x 1.25

Spacer Bellcrank

Nyliner Clutching STL

NOTE: Afl component dimensions given in U,S inches

I inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258590

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121472X

2 154427

3 154422

4 154423

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 156438

11 STD551137

12 STD541350

13 154779

15 73901000

17 156543

18 57079

19 124035X

20 126684X

22 71200410

23 127501

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD561210

31 138171

32 130465

36 145207

37 152927

38 126805X

39 1007t2K

4O STD541537

41 100711L

42 140216

43 121749X

45 106933X

46 121232X

47 6855M

48 146841

49 131291

52 106451X

53 73680600

62 156595

65 154780

66 154404

67 74781044

68 154429

Steering Wheel

Front Axle Assembly

Spindle Assembly, LH.

Spindle Assembly, RH.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

Washer' 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

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

Ring, Ktip

Bearing, Steering Column

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 UNF

Bearing, Axle

Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-11 UNC

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Washer, Thrust _515 x °750 x _033

Support, Shaft

Washer, Shin] 1/4 x 5/8 x °062

Screw Hex Socket 1/4-20 x 5/8

Pittman Shaft Assembly

Bracket, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw, Thd., Roll, 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bracket, PVT Man. CL LVR V2

Sears

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steering

Screw

Insert, Steering Wheel

Washer 53 x 2°25 x .160

Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Boot, Steering Dash P/L Mtl Bfk

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

Knob, Rd

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Lever, Asm Clutch MWR SRS

Link, Clutch, w/Nibs 5.688 Zinc

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC Gr. 2

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

Spacer AxJe

Bearing Arm Pittman

Bolt Fin Hex 518-11unc x 2-3/4

Brace Axle

NOTE: All component dimensions giver_in UoS inches

1 inch = 254 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258590

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NOo NO,

1 140123

2 140551

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

10 155925

1t 120068X

12 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050411

15 134300

16 121250X

28-.-....__ 28

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot, Seat

Clip, Pushqn Hinged

Nut

Spring, Seat

Pan, Seat

Knob, Seat

Bracket, Switch Mounting

Bushing, Snap

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-3/8

Spacer, Split .28 x .88

Spring

17 123976X

18 124238X

21 153236

22 STD541431

24 19171912

25 127018X

27 17490608

28 150176

Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5

Cap, Spring Seat

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Nut

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

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 TY-TT

Bolt 5/16-I 8 UNC x 3/4 wiSems

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

20 6 3 18 7 25 7.

18 4

12 13

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140837 Decaf

3 146705 Decal

4 146706 Decal

5 142341 Decal

6 133644 Decal

7 142241 Decal

8 156787 Decal

9 146709 Decal

10 156439 Decal

tl 4900J Decal

12 146046 Decal

t3 151401 Decal

14 139346 Decal

18 159408 Decal

DESCRIPTION

KEY

NO.

Saddle Parking Brake 19

Hood, R.H° 20

Hood, L.H. 21

Drawbar Cntrl Mvt Hyd Lt 22

Customer Maintenance 23

Side Panel, Kohler 25

Mower, EZ3 26

Fender, Craftsman 27

Caution, English - -

Clutch/Brake, English - -

V-Belt Drive Schematic - -

Chassis, 46" - -

V-Belt Schematic - -

Ins. Hood 16HP OHV Polo

PART

NO,

150333

146710

138047

138048

149516

15140O

106202X

156835

145245

145247

138311

157286

157287

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs

Decal, Insert Strg Std Auto USA

Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

Decal, Panel Side Diehard Sears

Decal, Battery Dangr/Psn Srs_ Eng

Decal, Grille LT IPC Sears

Reflector, Tail, Light Red/Amber

Decal, Dash lnst Oper English

Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman

Fastener, Pop In Footrest

Decal, Lift Handle

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

4_10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106222X Tire, Front

4 59904 Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service item Only)

5 106732X427 Rim, Front

6 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

7 9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

8 106108X427 Rim, Rear

9 122082X Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

11 104757X Cap, Axle

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz_Tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR

ENGINE

PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258590

32 31

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

77 ._.."_

135

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258590

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 134265 Contro!, Throttle

2 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting

1/4-20 x 5/8

3 ........ Engine (See Breakdown) Kohl Model

No. CV16S-PS 43509

4 !59420 Muffler

14 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3_1/2

15 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-18 NPT

16 STD551231 Washer

23 156123 Shield, Browning

29 137180 Arrestor, Spark

31 151346 Tank, Fuel

32 152334 Cap Assembly, FueITank

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

34 106082X Pad, Spacer I x ! x I BIk

35 17490512 Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

37 8543R Line, Fuel

38 ...... Ptug, Oil Drain

(Order From Engine Manufacturer)

39 109227X Pad, Idler 1o75 x .75 x °06

40 3645J Bushing

41 139277 Stem, Tank Fuel

62 STD551131 Washer, Lock

77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

79 M740108025 BoltHex

80 74760508 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 UNC x 1/2

81 128861 Nut Flange 1/4-20 UNC Starter Nut

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

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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MOWER LIFT

2524

i_ 16171820

20 __

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258590

MOWER LIFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 136971 Wire Asm., Inner w/plunger

2 136968 Shaft Asm Lift

3 t38284 . Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 2t/32 X 1 X 21 Ga

6 120183X Bearing Nylon

7 125631X Grip Handle Ftuted

8 122365X Button, Plunger

10 122512X Spring Cprsn

11 i39865 Link Lift Lh

12 139866 Link LiftRh

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 127218 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion BlkZinc

18 73800800 Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

19 t39868 Arm Suspension Rear

20 STD624008 Spring Retainer'

23 t10807X Nut Special

24 19131016 Washer' 13/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga

25 137150 Spring"

26 76020308 Pin Cotter' 3/32 x 1/2

27 137167 Rod Adjust Lift

28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

29 138057 Knob Infinite 3/8-16 Uric Black

30 150233 Trunnion Inf Height

31 140302 Bearing Pvto Lift Spherical

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

36 155097 Pointer, Height indicator

37 123935X Plug, Hole

38 17490512 ScrewThdrol 5/16_t8 x3/4

40 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Gauge

41 123934X Scale, Height Indicator

49 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

50 110452X Nut Push Phos & Oil

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S_ inches

1 inch = 25,4 rnm

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103102

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

! 156948

3 138457

5 4939M

6 130832

8 850857

9 10030600

10 140296

11 152443

12 129895

13 137553

14 137152

15 110485X

16 140329

18 72140505

19 132827

20 145055

21 73680500

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 157788

28 19111O16

29 131491

30 138776

3i 129963

32 153531

33 137266

34 144945

35 17490628

36 19131316

37 131494

38 156086

39 144917

40 137273

41 17490620

42 122052X

43 144949

44 133943

45 145059

46 137729

47 144959

48 158818

49 73680600

50 72110612

51 153390

Deck Asm,, Mower 46" 52

Bracket Asm_, Sway Bar 53

Retainer Spring 54

Arm, Suspension, Rear' (Sway Bar) 58

Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 59

Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 3/8 60

Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 61

Vented 62

Blade, 46" Mower Deck 63

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204 67

Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 68

(includes Key No. 12) 69

Housing, Mandrel 70

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 71

Stripper, Mower Round 73

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 74

Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18 75

Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" 76

Nut, Crownlock 5/t6-18 UNC 77

Stiffiner, Bracket 78

Bracket, Deflector 79

Cap, Sleeve 80

Spring, Torsion, Deflector' 81

Nut, Push 82

Shield, Deflector Mower 83

Washer- 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 85

Rod, Hinge 86

Screw, Hex Head, Thdroll 87

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented 89

Pulley, Mandrei 92

Nut, FIgoTop Lock Cntr. 9/16 101

Anchor, Spring Deck 46" 102

Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Tytt 103

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga_ t04

Pulley, Idler-, Flat 105

Keeper, Belt, Idler 106

Pulley, Idler', Driven 116

Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent 117

Screw, Thdrotl 3/8-16 x 1-t/4 Tytt 1t8

Spacer, Retainer 119

Arm, Idler Secondary 126

Washer, Hardened 127

Cover, Mandrel Deck - - -

Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Primary

Nut, Crownlock 3/8_16 UNC - - -

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr..5

Washer, Felt

156493

19131312

74780616

156488

157034

156722

139888

131870

156473

74760512

156487

73350600

142028

133551

76020412

156474

127847

154808

127845

127498

153701

121748X

12000029

4497H

129803

10O4O6O0

158565

158373

146927

73800600

145579

71161010

1007100O

19061216

130758

2029J

137644

133957

7393060O

19121414

156472

146763

157112

143651

Pulley, Idler, Flat, 46 Pri. Drive

Washer, 13/32 x t3/16 x 12 Ga..

Bolt, Fin_Hex 3/8-16 x I Gro5

Link, Brake 46" Mech

Guide, Belt 46" Mower

Arm Assm. Brake 46"

Bolt, Shoulder' 5/16-18 Type TT

Spring Return

Bracket, Clutch Rod Pivot

Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4

Rod, Clutch

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Trunnion, Adj._94

Rod, Pivot with Nibs

Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

Link, Clutch 46" Mech_

Arm, Clutch Secondary

Lever, Assm° Clutch Primary

Keeper, Spring

Bushing, .747 OD.. x ..794 ID.

Spring, Mower Clutch

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga_

Ring, Clip

Retainer Spring 1"

Bolt, Shoulder' 3/8-16 Uric

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spring 3/8

Bolt Cart Sh 3/8-16 x 2_0Gr,.5

Bracket, Extension

Spring Ext.. Return

Locknut, Hex, w!lnsert 3/8-16 UNC

Cover, Mulching

Screw

Washer, Lock #10

Washer

Latch Asm_ Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga_

Arm, idler, Deck 46" Mech..

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim. 4,.25

Deck Complete (Std.. Deck-Order

separately mulcher plate and gauge

wheel components Key Nos_.101-

106 and 116-118)

Mandrel Assmo Service

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches

1 inch = 25..4 rnm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142930 Housing, Lower 43 142884 Washer' 7/16 x 7/8 x .060

2 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 44 150829 Differential Assembly

3 142932 Seal, Lip 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x t5 x.13

4 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 53 142961 Seal °75 x 1.25 x.250

5 142933 Ring, Retaining 56 142963 Shaft, Input

6 142934 Bearing, Shaft Ball 58 142964 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.38

7 142935 Bearing, Cradle 59 142965 Pin o50D x,43 1Dx .750

8 150771 Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13 62 142966 Arm, Control

9 142937 Swashptate, Variable 63 142967 Puck, Dampener'

13 142938 Block, Cylinder Assembly 64 142920 Set Screw

14 142939 Arm, Trunnion 68 142969 Spring

15 142940 Seal, Lip 69 144610 Stud 5/16-24

17 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971 Jackshaft Assembly

18 150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806 Jackshaft

19 150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 88 142973 Screw, Cap

23 142944 Block, Cylinder Assembly 89 142974 Washer 7/16 x I x 1/2

24 142945 Seal, Lip I0 x25x7 90 142975 Sleeve Bearing

25 142946 Actuator, Bypass 91 142976 Seal, Wiper

26 150774 Center Section Assembly Kit 92 142977 Spring, Block

27 142948 Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8 93 142978 Washer, Block Thrust

28 142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917 Cap, VentAssembfy

29 142950 Washer 26 x 35 x 1 114 142918 Fitting, O-Ring Assembly

34 142951 Oil Filter Element 119 142980 Spacer

35 142952 Arm, Bypass 134 144607 Nut, Castle 5/16-24

36 142953 Ring, Retaining 135 144608 Pin, Cotter

37 142954 Arm, Actuating 139 150775 Spring, Compression

38 142955 Pin, Actuating 140 150776 Nut, Hex 5/16-24

39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4

40 150778 Locknut, Hex 5/16-24 UNJC NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS.inches

4t 142958 Brake Rotor!Stator Kit 1 inch = 25°4 mm

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14 _ \13

CRANKCASE

_,_4

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CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12 351 02

12 755 63

12 411 01

12 041 10

12 017 01

t2 017 02

t2 016 01

t2 016 02

X-75-23

12 318 19

25 186 01

12 599 03

M-0640034

12 089 01

12 173 01

t2 755 03

12 468 05

1211213

12 086 15

X-426-9

12 326 O3

M-0645020

12 096 07

M-0545010

1201801

12 402 02

Lifter, valve (2) 1 12 032 03

Kit, cylinder head (includes 3-17) 2 Block, cylinder

Rod, push (2) 3 12445 02

Gasket, cylinder' head 4 M-0839025

Valve, intake (Std.) 5 12 380 17

Valve, intake (°25) 6 12 755 49

Valve, exhaust (Std..) 7 12 089 18

Valve, exhaust (,25) 8 12 422 08

Plug, allen hd. pipe 1/8 12 422 09

Cylinder Head 12 422 10

Arm, rocker (2) 12 422 11

Pivot, rocker arm (2) 12 422 12

Screw, hexoflange M6xL0x34 (2) 12 422 !3

Spring, valve (2) 12 422 07

Cap, valve spring (2) 9 t2 144 19

Kit, retainer (2) 10 12 874 07

Washer, plain 13/32

Spacer, head bolt exhaust port

Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x81 (5)

Clamp, hose (2)

Hose, breather

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0>'.20(5)

Cover, valve w/nipple

Screw, hex. flange M5x0_8xl0

Retainer, breather reed

Reed, breather

12 874 08

12 874 09

11 12 018 O2

12 12 108 07

12 108 08

12 108 09

13 12 O67 05

12 067 06

t4 12 380 01

15 12 043 05

16 M-0631005

17 12 144 02

18 52 139 O9

19 !2 755 64

2O t2 144 24

21 X-25-102

22 12 032 01

23 SM-063t015

24 12 154 05

Sea!, crankshaft

(Use Short Block 12 522 !8)

Strap, lifting

Screw, hex. flange MSx1.25x25

Dowel, locating (4)

Kit, camshaft (Includes 7-8)

Spring, actuating

Shim, camshaft - b_ue

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) red

Shim, camshaft (AoR.) yellow

Shim, camshaft (A_R.) green

Shim, camshaft (A°Ro)gray

Shim, camshaft (AoRo)black

Shim, camshaft (AR) white

Shaft, balance

Piston w/Ring Set (Stdo)

(Includes 11-12)

Piston w/Ring Set (.25)

Piston w/Ring Set (°50)

Retainer, piston pin (2)

Ring Set (Std.)

Ring Set (.25)

Ring Set (.50)

Connecting Rod (Stdo)

Connecting Rod (_25)

Pin, governor regulating

Gear, governor assembly

Washer, plain 6mm

Shaft, governor gear

Plug, cup

Kit, gov. cross shaft w/clip

(includes 20,24)

Shaft, governor cross

washer, plain 1/4

Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer, plain 6ram

Clip, hitch pin

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IGNITION/ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12 086 14

2 12 468 03

3 24 162 03

4 M-0639016

5 12 112 01

6 12 15703

7 41 403 09

8 X-22_11

9 236602

10 X-42-15

11 12 025 35

12 41 155 02

!3 M-0548025

14 24 085 01

15 12 t32 02

16 X_728-1

17 M-05450t0

18 12 584 07

19 12 452 02

20 12 086 35

21 M-0461013

22 12 584 06

Screw, hex.,flange M1Ox1.5x46

Washer, plain 3/8

Screen, grass

Screw, hex. flange M6xl _0x16 (6)

Spacer, fan (4)

Fan

Regulator, rectifier

Washer, lock (2)

Connector

Key

Flywheel

Connector (4 contact)

Screw, hex. cap M5x0.Sx25 (2)

Stator assembly _15 amp

Spark Plug

Clip, cable (2)

Screw, hex. flange M5x0_8xl0 (2)

Module, ignition

Terminal

Screw, hex..socket M5x0.Sx20 (2)

Screw, pan head M4.2x13 (2)

Module, speed advance

NOT ILLUSTRATED

25 518 29 Lead

25 518 05 Lead

12 176 31 Harness

X-25-5 Washer, plain 5/16"

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-0545010

2 24 468 10

3 12 146 07

4 M-0645020

5 24 O9605

6 220534

7 12 027 54

8 12 063 O5

9 25 154 02

10 SM-0545020

11 M-0645016

12 12 063 O8

13 12 063 01

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0 (8)

Washer, plain 1/4

Plate, blower housing

Screw, hex.. flange M6x1.0x20

Cover, pinion

Washer, plain 5/16 (2)

Housing, blower

Baffle, intake side

Clip, mounting (3)

Screw, hexoflange M5xOoSx2013l

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16

Baffle, cylinder head

Baffle, cylinder

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

25 341 O3

12 096 24

12 083 08

12 100 01

12 083 05

12 032 10

12 094 12

t2 072 03

12 086 0t

10 12 041 02

Knob, air cleaner cover

Cover, air cleaner

Precteaner, element

Wing Nut

Element, air cleaner (Includes 6)

Seal

Base, air cleaner (Includes 8-9)

Stud M6x1.0x75

Screw, hex..cap #10 Hi-Lo thread

forming (2)

Gasket, air cleaner

NOTILLUSTRATED

1211353 Decal, aircleaner

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STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-0839070

2 25 098 05

3 12 755 54

4 12 227 06

5 12 170 05

6 12 22i 01

7 12 227 13

8 12211 01

Screw, hexoflange M8x1.25x70 (2)

Starter assembly (Includes 3_8)

Kit, drive end

Cap, drive end

Armature

Kit, brush & spring

Cap, commutator end

Bolt, hex. flange 1/4-20x4-5/8 (2)

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART

NOo NO, DESCRIPTION

1 12 038 01

2 25 755 13

3 12 153 03

4 12 153 02

5 12 12304

6 SM-0545020

7 12 153 01

8 25 162 07

9 12 096 O3

10 M-0545016

11 25 462 09

12 X-75-2

13 12 050 01

14 X-75-10

15 !2 393 01

16 12 153 06

t7 t2 096 34

18 M-0545016

19 !2 032 03

20 24 086 16

21 24 086 17

22 12 199 38

Dipstick assembly (Includes 2-3)

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3)

O-Ring, oil fill cap

O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20

O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

Screen, oi! pickup

Cover, oil pickup screen

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16

Valve, oil pressure relief

Plug, pipe

Filter, ell

Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8

Pump, oil assembly

O-Ring, oil pump cover

Cover, oil pump

Screw, hex. flange M5x&8x16 (3)

Seal, oil (PoT.O. end)

Screw, hex. flange

M8xl _25x45 (11)

Screw, hex_ flange M8x1.25x45

Pan, oil

1 12 079 O7

2 12 237 01

3 M-0664020

4 M-0545016

5 12 536 10

6 M-0443020

7 1208911

8 12 089 23

9 12 089 24

10 12 755 83

11 1210007

12 52 211 04

13 12 O90 26

t4 25 158 1t

15 12 O7901

16 25 158 08

Linkage, choke

Clamp, cable

Screw, lobed socket M6xf.0x20 (2)

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16

Control, speed assembly

(Includes 6,8,9?)

Screw, pan head M4xO.7x20

Spring, speed control (2)

Spr!ng, choke return

Spring, governor'

Kit, governor lever (Includes 11-13)

Nut, hex, flange M6xl o0

Bolt, round head

Lever, governor

Bushing, throttle linkage

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, linkage retaining

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FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

t M-0641060

2 X-25-63

3 X-22-11

4 M-0629122

5 12 853 83

6 12 041 02

7 12 053 83

8 12 04I 01

9 12 265 04

10 47 154 01

11 X_426-9

12 52 353 22

t3 25 050 02

14 25 !55 02

15 12 559 01

t6 12 112 05

17 25 04I 09

18 M-0645020

19 X-380-1

20 12 353 01

Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)

Washer', plain 1/4

Washer, star 1/4

Stud M6x1.0x122 (2)

Kit, carburetor w/gasket

(Includes 6,7,8 qty 1)

Gasket, air cleaner

Carburetor assembly

(For informationonly not

available separately)

Gasket, carburetor (2)

Deflector, heat

Clip, cable

Clamp, hose (6)

Line, fuel 12"

Filter', fuel

Connector, 90 ° hose

Kit, fuel pump w/gaskets

(Includes 16-18)

Spacer, fuel pump

Gasket, fuel pump (2)

Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x20 (2)

Connector, straight hose

Line, fuel 1-1/4"

21 12 123 19 Line, metal fuel

22 M-0545010 Screw, hexoflange M5x0.8xl0

23 12 154 01 Clamp, fuel line

24 12 431 01 Sleeve, insulating

25 12 313 01 Grommet, fuel line

26 12 353 10 Line, fuel 2-1/2"

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12 757 02 Kit, float

12 757 03 Kit, carburetor repair

12 041 01 Gasket, carburetor

12 041 02 Gasket, air cleaner'

12 041 05 Gasket, bowl

12 041 06 Gasket, bowl screw

t2 032 06 Seal, solenoid

12 757 09 Kit, solenoid

12 041 06 Gasket, bowl screw

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 12 01437 Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2 12 139 01 Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-0829033

2 12 041 03

3 M-0841080

4 t2 12611

5 12 445 O6

6 M-0645025

12 52218

12 755 82

Stud M8x1.25x33 (2)

Gasket, exhaust manifold

Nut, hexoflange M8xl _25 (2)

Bracket, muffler

Strap, lifting

Screw, hex_flange M6xL0x25 (2)

Short Block

Gasket Set

SERVICE N

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTONG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

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

U AA qreater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- |

_ ally to prevent tipping or !oss of control. Exercise extreme |

, caution when changing di,!ection on slopes, i

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MANUAL

MODEL NO.

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IF YOU NEED

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FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

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FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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157286 Rev. 1 02125.97 JH

CRAFTSMAN°

16 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

AUTOMATIC(HYDROSTATIC)

LAWN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has

its own model number°

The model number for your tractor will be found on the

model plate located under the seal

The model number for your engine will be found on the

bEowerhousing of the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Con Service Center/Department and most Re-

tail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

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" MODEL NUMBER - 917.258590

• ENGINE MODEL NO. " 0V16S-43509

• PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

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consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians°°° professional technicians

specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we service what we sell

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