Craftsman 917258543 tractor User Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.258543 OWNER'SMANUAL

oAssembly

° Operation

o Customer Responsibilities

o Service and Adjustments

° Repair Parts

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

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SAFETY RULES

A Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers &

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS,

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

GENERAL OPERATION

Read understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before starting

Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine

Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys, wire etc,

which could be picked up ahd tl_ro_fi b_/the blade:

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop

ill, 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,

- _eepci3iLdrenout of the mowing areaand underthewatchful

care of another reslhdnsibleadult :

machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing,

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point

it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the guard in place,

• Slow down before turning.

o Never leave a running machine unattended, Aiways turn off

blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys

before dismounting,

- Turn off blades when not mowing

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute

- Mow only in daylight or good artificial light,

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck

II, SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and

tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death

All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the

slope or if you feet 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 Taft grass can hide obstacles

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

to stop or shift while on the slope

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments

These can change the stability of the machine

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

make sudden changes in speed or direction

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

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope,,

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

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

children

• Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation

• Never allow children to operate the machine

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs

trees, or other objects that may obscure v_slon

iV. SERVICE

• Use extra care {nhandling gasoline and other fuels They are

flammable and vapors are explosive,,

Use only an approved container

Never remove gas cap or add fue! 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 closed area

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts tight

and keep equipment in good condition

o Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper

operation regularly

• Keep machine lree of grass, leaves, or other debds build-up

Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to coot before

storing

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an oh}act

Repair, if necessary before restarting

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-

essary.

° Mower blades are sharp and can cuL 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 im-

portant safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONI!! BECOME ALERTII! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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CAUTION_ _Always.disconnect spark plug

wire and place wire where it cannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs.

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Do not turn Onslopes unless necessa_ a_ th6n, fur#;_16_ly

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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 cliff or ditch, or il 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

& WARNING A

The engine exhaust from this product con-

tains cl-iemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor° It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Departmento We have competent, we[F

trained technicians and the proper' tools to service or repair

this tractor_

Please read and retain this manual The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917.258543

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND

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 rutes.

° Followa regularschedulein maintaining,caring forand

using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under"Customer Responsibili-

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

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 15.0

GASOLINECAPACITY 1..25GALLONS

ANDTYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH):

SAE 10W30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32 F)

OiL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

WiO FILTER: 3.5 PtNT8

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

(GAP: .040")

VALVE CLEARANCE: NO-["ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st 1_1

2nd 1.5

3rd 2,3

4th 3.5

5th 4,4

6th 5.7

REVERSE: 1.7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN, CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT_ LBS.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an interna

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

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

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state taws

(if any)_ If a spark attester 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)°

Otherstates rnay have similar laws° Federal laws apptyon

federal land& A spark arrestor for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Cented

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two(2) yearsfrom the date of purchase,if thisCraftsman Riding Equipmentis maintained, lubricated andtuned up according to

the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repairor replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in matedai or

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable itemswhich becomeworn duringnormal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc;

• Tire replacementor repair caused by puncturesfrom outsideobjects,such as halts, thorns, stumps, or glass.

, Repairs necessary because of operator abuse negligence, improper'storage or accident or the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructions contained {nthe owner's manual

• Riding equipment used for commercialorrenta! purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

:For- ninety-(90) days from date of purchase; if any battery included with this riding equipment_provesdefective _{n material or

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

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

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

DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE 1SAVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO YOUR

NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOMEWARRANTY 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 ether rightswhich may vary from state to state_

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................... 4

ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 7-9

OPERATION ............... ;........................................... 10-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....................................... 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-25

STORAGE ................................................................... 26

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................. 27-28

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 30-47

REPAIR PARTS- ENGINE .................................... 48-53

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .................. BACK PAGE

INDEX

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

Adjustments:

Brake ................................................ 22

Carburetor ..................................... 25

Mower:

Front-To-Back .......................... 21

Side-To-S_de ............................ 21

Throttle Control Cable ................. 25

Air Filter, Engine ..................................... t 8

Air Screen, Engine ................................. 18

Assembly .................................................. 7-9

Battery:

Charging ......................................... 7

Cleaning .............................................16

Starting with Weak Battery .......... 23

Storage .............................................. 26

Terminals ......................................... 16

Belts:

Motion Drive

Removal/Replacement ...............22

Mower Blade Drive

Removal!Replacement ........... 22

Blade:

Sharpening ..................................... 16

Replacement ....................................16

Brake Adjustment .......................................22

Carburetor Adjustment ....................... 25

Controls, Tractor .................................. 11

Customer Responsibilities ..............15-19

Engine:

Air Filter. ........................................18

Air Screen, Engine ..................... 18

Battery .......................................... t7

Cooling Fins, Engine ................. 18

Engine Oil ......................................17

Fuel Filter,........................................19

Spark Plugs .................................18

Tractor:

.... Blades k;_Z., ........ :.........:.,:.;..Lo,:.o:16

Lubrication Chart ......................15

Maintenance Schedule ............ 15

Tire Care .:................... 9,t6,23

Cutting Height, Mower'. ......................... 12

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays .....................24

Schematic .............................................29

Wiring Diagram ............................... 30

Engine:

Air Filter ...........................................18

Air Screen .....................................18

Cooling Fins, Engine .................... 18

Oil Change ..........................................17

Oil Level ..................................... 13,17

0iiType ...............................................17

Preparation ...................................... 13

Repair Parts ...............................48-53

Starting..................................................14

Storage ..................................................26

Filters:

Air..................................................18

Fuel...................................................19

Fuel:

Type .......................................................13

Storage............................................26

Fuse .......................................... 24

Gauge Wheels ...........................................8

Hoed Removal/Installation ................. 24

Leveling Mower Deck ..............................21

Lubrication Chart ........................................ 15

Maintenance Schedule ..........................15

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back .............21

Adjustment, Side-to-Side .............. 2t

Blade Sharpen ng ....................... 16

Blade Replacement .................... 16

Cutting Height ......................................12

Installation ............................................ 20

Operation ............................................t3

Removal .................................................20

Mowing Tips ...............................................14

Muffler_......................................................18

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

....MulcherPlate..,,,,,.......................................9

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ..........14,17

Engine .............................................t7

Storage.............................................. 26

Operation.............................................10-I4

Operating Mower. .....................................13

Options:

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

Spark Attester ...........................3,40

Parking Brake .....................................11-t2

PartsBag ......................................................6

Parts, Replacement/Repair ...............30-47

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

Repair Parts ..................................... 30-47

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

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

Service and Adjustments ..................20-25

Brake ................................................. 22

Carburetor ................................... 25

Fuse .................................................. 24

Hood Removal/Insta!latien .............24

Motion Drive Belt

Remova!/Replacement ............22

Mower Blade Drive Belt

•Removal/Replacement ............22

Mower Adjustment:

Front-to-Back ..............................21

Side-to-Side ................................21

Mower Installation .............................20

Mower Removal ..............................20

Tire Care ................................ 9,16,23

Slope Guide Sheet .....................................55

Spark Plugs ..............................................18

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

Starting the Engine ..............................13-14

Steering Wheel ....................................7,23

Stopping the Tractor _..................................12

Storage ........................................................26

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ......25

Tires...............................................9 16,23

Trouble Shooting Chart ......................27-28

Transaxle Repair Parts ......................46-47

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

Wiring Diagram ...................................... 30

Wiring Schematic ....................................29

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

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These accessories and attachments we re available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased..

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

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these are tisted below 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 tonger 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 54nch 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 iets 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 tractor from damage_

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available, plus

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

protective mat and dolly.

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois-

ture and nutrients to reach grass roots 36-inch swath° 24

hardened steel coring tips. 1501b capac{tyweighttray_

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 roUers,

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 leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring tine

teeth.. Uselultopreparebareareasfcrseeding, Availableforfront

or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION

SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and

tosses thatch into large hopper. Mounts behind tractor.

MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, 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 FEEl" let you load and unload tractor from a

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

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch

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

edges prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum.

SNOW BLADEfor snowremovalonly. 14-inch high,48-1nchwide

btade clears 424nch path when angledteft or righL Raises, lowers

with side lever_. Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper

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

weight )

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath. Drum4ype 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.

SPREADEPJSEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kitl-

}ng easy, Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-

tcefs 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. Tiller has its own built-in

lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch_

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

drawbar and go! Optional accessories convert unit for

dethatching, aerating, hil_ing.o.witheut tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty closely spaced extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding tractlon_

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

f_ame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree

visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm

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

protector in summer.. Optional accessories include, tinted/

tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;

12_volt amber, caution light for mounting on cab top.._

VACS for powerful co!lection of heavy grass clippings and {eaves°

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard4o-reach

places. VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications..

Uses (1) 55 Ib. weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for' rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy material&

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Large Flat Washer

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

(t) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Lecknut 5/16_18

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(1) Hex Bolt

1/2-13 x t

(1) Shoulder Bolt [_ [

-J 5/16-18

=z_ _r =__x (1) Lock Washer 1/2

(1) Was

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

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

(2) Hex Nuts

(2) Washer,, _ _ !/4-20

9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 12) Lock Washers 1/4

Seat

Steering

Boot

Manual

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Video

Cassette

Steering

Wheel

Mulcher

Plate

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Parts Bag

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(2) Shoulder

Bo}ts

Steering Wheel

Adapter

2) Washers 3/8

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

(2) Gauge

Wheels

(2) Center -

lock Nuts

(2) Latch Hook

Assemblys

SJope Sheet

Swteering

heel

Insert

Steering

--- Extension

Shaft

- (2) Keys

ASSEMBLY

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts {eft unassembled for shipping purpose&

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" Socket w/drive rachet

(2) 7/16" wrenches (1) Phillips Screwdriver

(2) 1/2" wrenches Tire pressure gauge

(1) 9/16" wrench Utility knife

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

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel),

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

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

of carton, and lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig, 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

° Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft., Align

mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT; TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO

18-22 FT LBSTORQUEr

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and

push down to secure,

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.,

• Slide steering wheeladapteronto steering shaft exten-

sion,

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter°

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 tock washer, 3/8 hex

bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel,

° Remove protective materials from tractor hood and

grill.

IMPORTANT, CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID,

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF:SKID (See Opera-

tion section for location and function of con-

trols)

• Press lift lever' plunger' and raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position..

• Roll tractor backwards off skid.

° Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor. ...... 7_."

STEERING

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STEERING

BOOT '_

ADAPTER

EXTENSION

SHAFT

5tl 6 HEX BOLT

FIG. 1

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3)

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CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

sametime. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and !ift seat ....

pan to raised positiorL

• Open battery box door and remove protective plastic,

° Remove terminal protective caps and discard_

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

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

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

° First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal

with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as

shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi-

nal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer'

and hex nut° Tighten securely.

Close battery box door.

ASSEMBLY

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Open battery box door for':

• Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware).

• inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery.

• Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging.

DISCARD

TERMINAL

PROTECTIVE

_ CAPS

LOCK

WASHER

FLAT

WASHER

POSITIVE

/ (RED) CABLE

NEGATIVE

(BLACK)CABLE

FIG, 2

HEX

BOLT

SEAT

PAN

BATTEI

BOXDOOR

FIG, 3

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt,,

. Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

LARGE FLAT WASHER

ADJUSTMENT LOCK WASHER

BOLT

FIG. 4

CHECK TiRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes_ Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance.

= Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly

leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

that the brake is properly adjusted_ See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual,

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig. 5)

The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in

• Tighten shoulder' bolt securely.

o Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat°

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch!brake pedal all the way

down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

Assemble adjustment boit, lock washer and flat washer ...... ,= .... e- -re

loosely Do not tiahten proper' posmon when opera_mg moW_to _e sure m y a

"' " ..................... pr0per'lyadjusted to ensure optimum mower •performance.

• Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level

surface.

° Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD-

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT' in the Operation

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 locknut and

tighten securelyo

Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

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ASSEMBLY

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GAUGE WHEEL

MOUNTING

BRACKET

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TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: it is not necessary to change blades The mutcher

blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

3/8-16

LOCKNUT

318" WASHER jSHOULDER BOLl'

GAUGEWHEEL" "%

FIG, 5

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(See Figs. 6 & 7)

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,

washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pro-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting

weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

• Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

• Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck

opening and slide into place, as shown

• Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck_

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

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CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold

guard when attaching mulcher plate

and allow it to rest on plate while in

operation,

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WELD

HOOKPOINTSDOWN

WELD NUT FROM TH_

LATCH

HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK

WASHER

_...---_SCREW

FIG. 6

WELD

NUT

DEFLECTOR

LATCH

HOOKS

FIG. 7

,/CHECKLIS T

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THEBES T PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA C TION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST,

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

,/" No remainJng loose parts in carton.

,/ Batteryis property prepared and charged. (Minimum

t hour at 6 amps).

7 Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

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

the tires were ovennflated 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).

,/ Check mowerand drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/ Check wiring_ See that all connections are still secure

....

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEA RN/NG NO W TO use YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level°

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

gasoline.

v" Become familiar with atl controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

v" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

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OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or inliterature sLtppUedwith the product. Learn and understand their meaning,

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT UNLOCKEDDIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE

LOCK LOCKED

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

MOWERLI_

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDSANDFEETAWAY

LOW PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

IGNITION

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

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OPERATION

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

THROTTL_CHOKE

CONTROL

LIGHT

IGNITIO N SWtTC H

AMMETER SWITCH POSITION

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

CLUTCH/

BRAKE

PEDAL

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

PARKING BRAKE

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

FIG. 8

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 to control engine

speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak-

ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks ctutch,_rake pedal into the

brake position_

GEAR SHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed arid direction of

the tractor_

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the

mower deck or other' attachments mounted to yourtractor,.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine,

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB; Used to adjust the mower

cutting height,

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

(-)_

OPERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign object s thrown into the eyes, which can

I _ ,_u== ] resultin severeeyedamage. Alwayswearsafetyglassesoreyeshieldswhile operatingyour

I _ tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs, We recommend a wide vision safety mask

I _ over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9)

Your'tractor'is equipped with an operator presence sensing

switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold_

* Place parking brake tever in"ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedaL Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position° Make sure parking brake

wilt hold tractor secure°

THROTTLE/CHOKE

COI_TROL

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

PARKING BRAKE

"ENGAGED"

_'BRAKE" GEARSHIFT

POS_ION

"DISENGAGED"

POS_ION

CLUTCH/BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

PEDAL "DRIVE" KNOB

POSITION

FIG. 9

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

MOWER BLADES -

• Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition.

GROUND DRIVE *

, Depress clutch/brake pedal into fuII"BRAKE" position.

_ _ :.Mov e gearshift _lever to neutral (N) posit!0n_

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow (=l_) position.

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

position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire".

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

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

, Never use choke to stop engine.

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 corn-

pletely, as described above, before leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc,

TO USE THROTrLE CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

Always operate engine at full thrott{e

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate.

, Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 9)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with dutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move gearshift lever to desired position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL L{FE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 9)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob c{ockwise ((_4) to raise cutting height,,

- Turn knob counterclockwise (_)to lower cutting

height.

The cutting height range is approximately ! -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 soit conditions, height of

grass and types Of grass being mowed.

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

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

dudng hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after' moderate growth.

• For' best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height,

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OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your'tractor [s equipped with an operator presence sens-

ing 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 cuL

o Lower mower with attachment lift control.

. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

o TO STOP MOWER BLADES- disengage attachment

crutch control.

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CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

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ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

LEVER "DISENGAGED" "ENGAGED"

POSITION \ _ POSITION ATTACHMENT

_/_ _._/ i_ HIGH POSITION

ADJUSTMENT t r /k_// ,/ ! /''

/ I _ GUARD

FIG. 10

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

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•i _#_ CAUTION: Do not drive up or down I

_ hills with slopes greater than 15° and

,,_ do not drive across any slope,

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...... _, - Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.,

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear'. Be sure you have

aIIowed room for' tractor' to roll slightly as you restart

movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly_

TO TRANSPORT

o Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift

lever is in neutral iN) position°

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH_

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractoron atruck or a trailer, be su re hood is closed and

secured to tractoL Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 17)

• The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil..

- Check engine oil with tractor on level ground°

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

Reinsert the dipstick intothe tube and rest oil fill cap on

the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove

and read oil level if necessary, add oil until "FULL"

mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill

. For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier' starting (See OiL VISCOSITY CHART' in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual),

• To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

. Fill fuel tank_ Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Useof leaded

gaso(ine will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

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

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness,

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called 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 0f 30 days or Idrtger. ' Di'a:[_ the _tas ta;nk; st-art the

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

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

tions for addit]onat information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuet tank or permanent

damage may occur.

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i_ AUTION: 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.

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OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. X)

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

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

fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set parking brake.

• Place gear' shift lever in neutral iN) position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to choke iN) position°

Note: Before starting, feed the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

• Insert key intoignition and turn key clockwise to"START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts° Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-

onds per minute_ If the engine does not start after

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

position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still

does not start, move the throttle control back to the

choke iN) position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above)

= When engine starts, move the throttle controlto the fast

(,t_) position.

. Th/a attachments and ground drive can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

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

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 504 F and below)

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

control in the choke (XI) position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control to fast (.tl_) position,,

This may require an engine warm-up period from

several seconds to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

• The attachments can also be used during the engine

warm-up period°

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

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

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

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual..

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be ,properly leveled for best mowing

performance. See TO LEVELMOWER HOUSING" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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

ming.

.. Ddve so that clippings are discharged onto the aFea

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

machine. This wilt 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. 11 ),,

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

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

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

desired height,.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass 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 wetl as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments seiect a ground speed

that wilt suit the terrain and g ve best performance of

the attachment being used.

it(

FIG, 11

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 wilt recut the glass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be notice& Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your' highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recurring action of the

blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn whenit iswet. Wet grasstends

to form ctumps and interferes with the mulching action.,

The best time to mow your' lawn is the early afternoon,,

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

will not be exposed to the direct sun,

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that

the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass

blades (See Fig. 12). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut 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 clippings,. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

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

nex_waek_ This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

MAX 1/3

FIG, 12

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

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MA,NTENANCESC.EDuLE.....

F,LL,NDATES -

ASYOU COMPLETE

Check BrakeOperation I_

CheckTire Pressure ,,

T Checkfor LooseFasteners If

!v'

i i Sharpen/Rep lace Mower Btades 1_4

LubricationChart Irl/ V _

T Check Battery LeveVRecharge , V_

0 ,,C_eanBa_e_andTerminal. !V' V'

R Check Transaxle Cooling V _

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level

ChangeEngineOit

CleanAir Filler

N ,CleanAir screen

G Inspect MuffledSparkArrester

I Replace Oil Fijter (If equipped)

CleanEngine Cooling Fins

ReplaceSparkPIug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

ReplaceFuelFiite{

V#5

v',

v' v'

v"_

V' V'

t ..Change mote ellen when operating under a heavy load ot in high ambient temperatures

2 o Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions

3 .. Ifequipped with oil filter, change oitevery 50 hours

4. Replace b)ades more eltan when mowing in sandy se()

5 - Ir equipped with adiustabie system

6 - Not required Ifequipped with maintenance*free battery.

7 - Tlghlen front axle pivot bolt to 35 It-Ibs maximum

Do not evert{ghten

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

properIy maintain your' tractoL

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' air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

• and last longer. .......... -

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oilteveL

• Check brake operation_

• Check tire pressure.

• Checkfor loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

_DLE ZERK (_)

..=%

FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

CLUTCH

. P.IVOT(S)

PIVOTS

(_) SAE30OR10W30MOTOROIL

(_ GENERALPURPOSEGREASE

(3) REFERTOCUSTOMERRESPONSIBILITIES"ENGINE"SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS, VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTSWiLL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRTTHAT WILL SHORTEN

THE L(FE OF THE SELF-LUBRiCATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEELTHEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-

15 DEREDGRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY,

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILiTiES

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TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14)

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced° An

unbatanced blade willcause excessive vibration and even-

nance, tual damage to mower and engine.

BRAKE OPERATION

tf 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

• Maintainproper air pressure in all tires (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.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer, Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion_

• 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-

ancer_.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

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

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position_ If either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced..

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

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are noL

BLA£_E CARE

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

place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades_

• Remove hex bott, Iockwasher and flat washer securing

blade_

• Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown°

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

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT tS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but if you

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

EDGE

*A GRADE 8 HEAt" TREATED BOLT CAN EE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD,

FIG. 13

CENTER HOLE

518" BOLT

OR PIN

BLADE

FIG. 14

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use° However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger wiil extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean,

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

, Recharge at 6-10 amperes for' 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

• Open battery box door..

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor°

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends withwire brush

until bright°

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

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V-BELTS

Check V_beits for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of

operation arid replace if necessary. The baits are not

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

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which

can restrict cooling,

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SF, SG, orSH Select the oil's SAE viscosity

grade according to your expected operating tempe[ature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

._ ' .2o° 0. _o, 3_o 40. .........60° S0• _oo°

°c-=o° . 'oo G° 1o, • 40"

TEMP ERATUR E RANGE ANTIC|PATED B EFORE N EXT O(L CHANGE

FIG, 15

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least

once a year if the tractor isnot used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

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

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16)

Determine temperature range expected before oi! change.

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

° Be sure tractor is on (eve( surface.

• Oi! will drain more freely when warm.

° Catch oi! in a suitable container.

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

to enter' the engine when changing oil

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain ptug

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.

COVER KNOB

AIR CLEANER

COVER ,WING NUT

FOAM

PRE-CLEANER

AIR

SCREEN

PAPER CARTRIDGE

AIR CLEANER

BASE

FILL

CAP'DIPST1CK

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

FIG_ 16

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

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CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

Air screen rnust 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,

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter_

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

tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100

hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions_

• Remove knob and cover'.

• Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pro-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

• Rdplace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

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.

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 with a blocked grass screen,

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

moved will cause engine damage due to overheating°

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard arid/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

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 "TO CHANGE

ENGINE OIL in this section of this manual, through

step remove drain plug).

• 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 _ter an additional 1/2 turn.,

• Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE EN-

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

mate capacity see "PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 3 of this manual.

. Start the engine and check for oit leaks, Correct any

leaks before placing engine into full operation.

FIG. 17

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuet flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

• Place new fuel filter 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

FUEL

FILTER

FIG. 18

CLEANING

° Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etco of al! 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 outo Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

o Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

° Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key,

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

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

plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19)

Mower wiil be easier to remove from the right side of tracton

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

= Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its

lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing

retainer spring.

° Disconnect anti-sway bar' from chassis bracket by

removing retainer spring..

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer springs.

° Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer

springs,

, Raise lift lever' to raise suspension arms Slide mower'

out from under tractor.

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT oTHER THAN THE

MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LtNKS.

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its.highest position,

• Slide mower undertractorwith discharge guard to right

side of tractor'.

• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

• lnstatl mower in reverse order of removalinstructions.

SUSPENSION

RETAINER

)PRING

_NTI-SWAY BAR

SPRINGS

(BOTH SLOES)

FIG, 19

LEVER

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23)

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT.TO-SACK ADJUSTMENT fS

driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

"PRODUCTSPECIFICATtONS"onpage3ofthismanual). EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

If tires are over or underinflated, you wiEInot properly adjust SIDE.

your mower. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower' housing

SiDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to

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

• Raise mower to its highest position, position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance"A" on tance"D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom

both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"

of each other, edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjustments, checkthat

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one both front links are equal in length. Both links should

side of mower only. be approximately 10-3/8".

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment , If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same

nut on that side. length as other link.

° To lower one side of rnower, loosen lift link adjustment • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front

nut on that side. links an equal number of turns.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower = When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

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

height about 1/8". links.

. Recheck measurements after adjusting. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut"F" from trunnion on

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

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE equal number' of turns.

OFMOWERTO OFMOWERTO

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

rear, tighten nut"F" against tr unnion on both front links_

• Recheckside-to-side adjustment.

MANDREL

GROUNDLINE

FIG. 20

SUSPENSION

ARM

FIG. 22

BOTHFRONTLINKSMUSTBEEQUALIN LENGTH

LIFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 21

: NUT "E"

NUT "F"

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

21 FIG. 23

RVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS

WITHPARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 24)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools°

Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake,

BELT REMOVAL -

• Remove mower from tractor (See %0 REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual).

° Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

• Purl belt away from mower°

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

• Make sure bett is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt

guides_

• Install mowerin reverse order of removal instructions.

MANDREL IDLER

PULLEY PULLEYS

MANDREL

PULLEY

FIG. 24

FIG, 25

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig, 26)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake_

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

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

section of this manual,,)

• Remove upper belt keeper.

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt

upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep-

ers.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards

from around engine pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above p_ocedure.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS,

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig, 25)

Your' tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle_

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

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

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake,

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod.

• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn

nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam

nut against nut "A".

• Road test tractor for pr'oper stopping distance as stated

above° Readj.ust 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/departmento

ENGINE',.-,-.

PULLEY

CLUTCHING'--..=

IDLER

STATIONARY _'_

IDLER

PULLEY

__.LLoJ_

_LOCATOR

TABS

UPPER EELT

KEEPER

FIG. 26

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND AD-

JUSTMENT (See Figs. 27 and 28)

The transaxle should be in neutral when the gearshift lever

is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position, The adjustment is

preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed,

proceed as fol!ows:

• Make sure transaxte is in neutral (N).

• Loosen two Iocknuts on tie rod.

• Turn center rod until gearshift lever falls into neutral

lock gate on fender console_

• Tighten Iocknuts securely.

FiG. 27

LOCKGA_E

FIG. 28

ROD

TRANSAXLE

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

,If.steering wheel crossbars are not hot_zonta! (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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

your tractor_ If damage has occurred to affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized

service centeddepartrnent.

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TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 29) -

• Block up axle secureiy.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to a_low

wheel ternovalo

• Repair tire and reassemble_

° Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

° Block rear axle securely.

° Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal

• Repair tire and reassemble° Reptace and tighten hub

botts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your' local

parts dealer_ Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE

COVF-R

FIG. 29

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

See Fig. 30)

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,_, CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- i

_[_ ateexplosive gases. Keep sparks, flame i

and smoking materials away from bat- |

teries. Always wear eye protection i

when around batteries, I

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

recharged, If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this p_ocedure:

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.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - TO REPLACE FUSE

• BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The

charged battery, fuse holder is located behind the dash.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

POSITIVETERMINAL NEGATIVETERMINAL

CHARGED

POSITIVE NEGATIVE

TERMINAL

FiG. 30

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 31)

. Raise hoed°

° Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedures.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

° Raise hood.

, Pull bulb holder' out of the hote 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°

J \

_ HOOD

_ HEADLIGHT

_ WiRE

j_y cO..ECTOR

FIG, 31

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.

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AND ADJUSTMENTS

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ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 32)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary_ Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cableo If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle control lever

from slow (,,_a_,)to choke (N) position. Slowly move

lever from choke (N) to fast (,¢i_) position.

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

control bracket are aligned.

• If holes are not aligned loosen cable clamp screw and

align the holes by inserting a pencil or a t/4" drill b t

through both holes.

• Putl throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable

clamp screw. Remove aIignment pencil or drill bit.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 33)

Tile 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 infuel,

temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise)

decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner

fuel/air mixtu re. Turning the adjusting needles out (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 low emission. It is

equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle 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

adjustmentswith engine running and shift/motion controt

lever in neutral (N) position.

• Idle speed se!ting - With throttle control lever in slow

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

engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is attained.

• Idle fuet needle setting - With throttle control lever in

slow (,,a_) position, turn idte fuel adjustment needle in

(clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out

(counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle

to a point midway between those two position&

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttle control lever' from slow (,_) to fast (,_)

position° If engine hesitates or dies, tum idle fuel

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

pea! test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until

eng;ne accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust -

damage may resutt.

IMPORTANT; NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEED1NG THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS IF YOU THINKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

CABLE

CLAMP

SCREW

SPEED CO_

BRACKET

THROTTLE

LEVER

FIG. 32

IDLE SPEED

ADJUSTING

I ADJUSTING

CNEEDLE

FIG, 33

• Recheck idle speed° Readjust if necessary,

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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.

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_ CAUTION: Never store the tractor with !

_, _ gasoline in the tank inside a building i

where fumes may reach an open flame |

or spark. Allow the engine to cool |

before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When

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

Ougllty, remove all d{rt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

clean, dry area.

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

Responsibilities section of this manual).

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

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

_ction of this manual

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

fastened, inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear° Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

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

recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

tong periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and batterycleaned 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: tT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE 1N STORAGE.

• Drain the fuettank,

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

carburetor are empty.

• Never'use engine orcarburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur°

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during 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 t0 minutes after adding

stabilizer to atlow 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 repiace with clean engine

oil (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYUNDERS

• Remove spark ptug(s).

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

cylinder(s).

= Turn ignitionkey to"START" position for a few seconds

to distribute oil

, Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

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

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

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

give protection from dust and dirt.

o Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture_ Do not =useplastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor' to rusL

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM

PROBLEM

Will not start

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Hard to start

=1,

Engine will not turn over

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Engine cticks but witl not

start

Lose of power

Excessive vibration

CAUSE

1, Out of fuel

2, Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3, Engine flooded,

4 Bad spark plug

5,, Dirty air fitte_

6 Dirty fuel filter

7, Water in fuel

8 Loose or damaged wiring

9 Carburetor out of adjustment,

10 Engine valves out of adjustment

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1 Di_-ty air filter

2, Bad spark plug

3 Weak or dead battery,

4, Dirty fuel filler,,

5. Stale or dirty fuel

6 Loose or damaged widng

7, Carburetor out of adjustment,

8 Engine valves out of adjustment,

I, Clutch/brake pedal not depressed,

2 Attachment clutch is engaged,,

3 Weak or dead battery

4 8town fuse

5 Corroded battery terminals

6, Loose or damaged wiring

7 Fautty ignition switch,

8 Faulty solenoid ot starter

9 Faulty operator presence switch(as)

1 Weak or dead battery,.

2, Corroded battery terminals

3 Loose or damaged wiring,

4, Faulty solenoid or starter

1 Cutting too much grass/too fast

2. Throttle tn "CHOKE" position.

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

4 Dirty air filter:

5 Low Oil leveVdirty oil

6, Faulty spark plug

7_ Dirty fuel filter,

8,, Stale ordirty fuel

9 Water in fuel,

10 Spark plug wire loose

11 Dirty engine air scree n/fins

12 Dirty/clogged muffler.

13 Loose or damaged wiring

!4 Carburetor out of adjustment,

15 Engine valves out of adluslment

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1_ Worn, bent or loose blade.

2 Bent blade mandrel,

3 Loose/damaged part(s),

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CORRECTION

1, Fill fuel tank.

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

3, Wait several minutes before attempting to start

4, Replace spark ptugo

5, Clean/replace air filter,

6. Replace fuel filler.

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

gasoline and replace fuel filler

8. Check all wiring.

9 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

10,, Contact an authorized service center/department,

1, Clean/replace air filter,

2, Replace spark plug

3 Recharge or replace battery

4. Replace fuel rifler

5, Drain fuel tank and refiti with fresh gasoline

6. Check all wiring.

7 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

8, Contact an authorized service center/department,

1 Depress crutch/brake pedal,

2. Disengage attachment clutch,

3, Recharge or replace battery,

4 Replace fuse

5. Clean battery terminals,

6 Check all widng.

7, Check/replace ignition switch

8, Check/replace solenoid or starter,

9 Contacl 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" poe!lion/reduce speed.

2, Adjust throttle control

3, Clean underside of mower housing.

4 Clean/replace air filter

5 Check oIlleveVehange oil

6 Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7, Replace fuel filter.

8, Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline,

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

gasoline and replace fuel filter,

I0, Connect an d tighten spark P!ug wire. _ _

11, Clean engine air screen/fins,

12, Clean!replace muffler,

13 Check all wiring.

14 See "To Adjust Carburetor" th Service Adjustmenis

section.

15, Contact an authorized service center/departmento

"n'u i inl u ii

t Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt,

2., Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts,

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment ciutch

engaged

Poor cut = uneven

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Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

,11 U,lllH ,11

Battery will not charge

i 'IN'H,' III

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

CAUSE

1. Faultyoperator-safe_presen_controlsystem.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade_

2, Mower deck not le(,el

3, Buildup of grass/leaves= and trash under mower.

4 Bent blade mandrel

5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels,,

1, Obstruction in clutch mechanism

2. Worn!damaged mower ddve belt

3_ Frozen idler pulley,

4o Frozen blade mandrel

1. Engine speed too slow.

2, Travel speed too fast,.

3_ Wet grass,,

4, Mower deck not level

5 Low/uneven tire atr pressure

6_ Worn, bent or loose blade

7_ Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower

8, Mower ddve bait worn.

19"0 Blades improperly Installed

improper blades used,

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes trom 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 widng.

5 Blown fuse,

1 Bad battery cell(s)

2. Poor cable connecttonso

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped)

4. Faulty alternator.

I. Engine throttle control not set at =SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine

CORRECTION

1, Check wtdng, switches and connections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department,

, ......... ='4 I= ............... --

1, Replace blade. Tighten blade boil

2o Level mower deck,

3 Clean underside of mower housing.

4, Replace blade mandrel

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1, Remove obstruction

2. Replace mower ddve bell

3 Replace idler pulley°

4, Replace blade mandrel.

1. Place throttle conlrol in"FAST" position.

2, Shift to slower speed.

3, Allow grass to dry before mowing

4, Level mower deck

5. Check tires for proper air pressure,.

6 Replacetsharpen biade_ Tighten blade bolt.

7_ Clean underside of mower housing

8, Replace mower drive belt

9, Reinstall blades sharp edge down°

IO Replace with blades listed in this manual,

11, Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

-..,=

1. Turn switch"ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3, ChecWreplace light switch.

4 Check widng and connections

5. Replace fuse..

1, Replace battery,

2 Cheek!clean atl connections.

3, Replace reguIatoro

4 Replace alternator.

1. Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine,,

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258543

SCHEMATIC

RED

BATTERY

BLAOK

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

RED

WHITE

1 t

FUSE 3O AMP_

STARTER

)G L_

2_Zc

IGNITION

SWITCH

I I

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF G + M + L NoNE

RUN/UGHT B + L A + Y

RuN 8+L ..........NONE

__START IB+L+S NONE

[ ....... J

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

-- 8LACK [_

HOURMETER j_

SOLENOID

WHITE

.... t.... t

r 1

_A@-M_NTCL-UYCH_

(CLUTCH _UT_ H _']

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

t I

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

BLACK

NO'rE

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

WTLL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

HEADLIGHTS

@ ©

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

ELECTRICAL

\ I

,)/ 1

_ _ "_'" "- - - ---., _ _ _

REPAIR PARTS

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 14614O

2 74760412

3 STD55t025

4 STD551125

6 STD541025

7 109238X

8 156417

9 109596X

16 153664

19 STD551125

20 73350400

21 147430

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 108824X

28 4207J

29 121305X

30 1403O1

31 124211X

32 141226

33 109310X

40 156442

4t 7111O4O8

42 131563

43 145673

44 73640400

45 121433X .

52 14194O

7O 142621

Battery,12 Vott 30 Amp

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

Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Hex 1/4-20

Tube, Plastic, 1/2"

Case, Battery Mech Hinge

Clamp, Hose

Switch, Interlock Push-tn

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC

Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)

Light Bulb

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W16

Wire

Fuse, 30 Amp 12"

Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black,

Switch, Plunger

Switch, Ignition 4 Position

Nut, Ignition

Cover, Ignition Switch

Key, Molded, Craftsman

Harness, Ignition

Bolt Bik Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x t/2

Cover, Terminal

Solenoid

Nut,Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Ammeter, Rectangular 6 Amp

Protection Wire Loop (Hour' Meter)

Harness, Engine Kohl Cmd-L Dual

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

1 inch = 25A mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

58 12

3 38,

REPAIR PARTS

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159527

2 140356

3 1749O612

4 19131216

5 155272

9 150156X011

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 155936

14 17490608

17 144983X558

18 t26938X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 145198X558

29 145200

30 151287X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 139886

39 139887

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 17030814

55 145202

57 STD552507

58 150127

60 72140606

64 154798 "

71 73680400

74 73680600

140 158418

142 156095

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

147 74760412

o_- 5479J

Chassis Assembly

Drawbar

Screw, Thd., Rol!. 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Bumper Hood/Dash

Dash

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-t6 x 3/4

Panel, Dash, LH

Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L

Panel, Dash, RH

Screw, Thdo, Roll. 3/8-16 x 1/2

Hood Assembly

Bumber Hood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Locknut

Grille w/Clips MS-558

Lens, Grilte

Fender/Footrest Pnt STLT N Hold 558

Bracket, FenderJSupport

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH,

Pivot Bracket Assembly, RH,

Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4 - 20 UNC

Washer, 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Bracket, Grille Pickoff LH

Screw, Hex Head, Spiderlock #8 x 7/8

Bracket, Gdlle Pickoff RH

Bolt, FinHex 1/4 -20 UNC x .75

Duct, Air Engine PIJLT

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

Dash, Lower STLT

Nut, Crownlock 1/4-20 UNC

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bracket, Suspension Front

Plate, Reinforcement STLT

Backrest, Swaybar Chassis

Bracket, Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4

Plug, Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

22 26

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DRIVE

KEY' PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 .... Transaxle(See Breakdown) 53 105710X

Peerless, Model Number 930-057A 55 105709X

2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 56 STD523712

3 t23666X Pulley, Transaxle 57 130801

4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 58 127274X

5 t21520X Strap, Torque 59 140312

6 17490512 Screw, Thd+, Roll. 5/16-18 x3/4 61 17490612

8 t54792 Rod Shifter Fender STLT 62 8883R

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 63 140186

11 105701X Washer', Shift Plate 64 71170764

t3 74550412 Bolt 1/4+28 UNF W/Patch Grade 8

14 STD551125 Washer 65 STD551143

15 74490544 Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16+18 Grade 5 66 154778

18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6 UNC x t+ Gr5 70 134683

19 STD541437 Nut 72 19132012

2t 106933X Knob 74 137057

22 130804 Rod, Brake 75 121749X

24 STD541237 Nut 76 STD581075

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 77 123583X

26 STD55t037 Washer 78 121748X

27 STD561210 Pin 79 2228M

28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 80 145090

29 124236X Cap, Parking Brake, Red 81 156049

30 130807 Bracket, Transaxle 82 123782X

31 127275X Keeper, Belt, L.H+ 83 19171216

32 STD523107 Bolt 84 !45643

34 155071 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 85 150360

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 86 71208

36 STD551062 Washer 87 192120t6

37 STD571810 Roll Pin 88 12000008

38 123674X Pulley, Idler', Flat 89 154886

39 STD523727 Bolt 90 124346X

40 4470J Spacer', Split .395 x .59 96 4497H

41 154777 Keeper, Belt, IdlerFooI-Proof 112 19091210

42 19131312 Washer t 3/32 x13/16 x12 Gauge 113 127285X

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 116 72110610

48 154604 BellcrankAssembly 118 154774

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 121 154419

50 STD523715 Bolt

51 STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC

52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/t6-t8 UNC

Link, Clutch

Spring, Clutch Return

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

V-Belt, Ground Drive

Keeper, Belt, R+H+

Keeper, Belt, Center Span

Screw, Thd+, Roll+ 3/8+16 x 3/4

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin.

7/16+20 x 4 Grade 5

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof

Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.

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

Spacer, Axle

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

E-Ring

Key, Square 2.0 x.1845/.1865

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

Key Woodruff #9 3/16 x 3/4

Arm, Shift

Shaft Assembly

Spring, Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Tie Rod

Nut, Nylock

• Bushing, Pivot

Washer

E-Ring

Console, Shift, STLT

Nut, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4

Retainer Spring 1 Zinc Cad

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

Strap Torque LT

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8+16 x 1.25

Spacer Bellcrank

Nytiner Clutching STL

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

1 inch = 25+4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

. °°22_2:2£?-.

62 44

68 70 _

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121472X

2 154427

3 156483

4 157473

5 6266H

6 12t748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 156438

tl STD551137

13 154779

15 73901000

17 156546

18 57079

19 124035X

20 t26684X

21 STD551125

22 71100410

23 1275O1

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

3O STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 126805X

39 19133808

4O SDT54!537

41 100711L

42 145054

43 12t749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

53 73680600

54 74780520

62 156594

63 STD523710

65 154780

66 154404

67 74781044

68 154429

69 160367

70 74780636

Wheel, Steering

Axle, Asm Front

Spindle, Asm Lh

Spindle, Asm Rh

Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

Washer, 25/32 x 1 5/8 x 16ga

Washer, 27/32 x 1 1/4 x t6 Ga

Ring, Klip #t5304-75

Bearing, Co! Strg B_k

Dragiink, Extended Stamped

Washer, Lock Hvy Htcl Spr 3/8

Bearing, Axle STLT/GT

Locknut, Flange 5/8-11 UNC

Shaft, Asm Strg Private Label

Washer', Thrust 515 x 750 x 033

Support, Shaft

Washer, Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x 062

Washer, Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

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

Shaft, Asm Pittman

Bracket, Steering

Bushing, Rod Tie Blk Lt

Gear', Sector

Washer', 13/32 x 7/8 x 16ga

Screw; Thdro1318-I6x3/4 Ty-tt

Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad

Rod, Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech

Bushing, Strg 5/8 Id Dash

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

Inselt, Steedng Wheel

Washer, 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge

Gripco Nut

Adaptor, Wheel Strg

Boot Shaft Steering

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

Extension, Steering Non-Adjust

Cap, Spindle Fr Top Bik

Fitting, Grease

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16 q8 UNC

Nut, Crownleck 3/8-16 UNC

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16 -.18 UNC x I -1/4

Kit, Steering Assembly

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5

Spacer, Axle

Bearing, Arm Pittman

Bolt, Fin Hex 5!8-11 UNC x 2-3/4

Axle, Brace

SpacerBrace Axle

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.& inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

140123

140551

STD5237t0

19131610

145006

STD541437

124181X

1749O616

19131614

155925

121246X

121248X

72050411

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot, Seat

Bolt

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge

Clip, Push-In Hinged

Nut

Spr_ng, Seat

Screw, Thd,, Roll• 3/8-16 x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge

Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn,

Bracket, Switch Mounting

Bushing, Snap

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

15 134300 Spacer, Split ,28 x .88

16 121250X Spring

17 123976X Locknut, Flange !/4 Grade 5

2t 1.53236...... B01t_.Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

22 STD541431 Nut

23 74780814 Bolt, Hex Head, Fin.

1/2-13 x 7/8 Grade 5

24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

25 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x,62

26 STD551150 Washer, Lock

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.So inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

9 13 2 6 3 18 7 7 18 4 1

12 13

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156368

2 150333

3 160278

4 160279

5 12-1t3-64

6 133644

7 149407

8 156787

9 146709

11 146710

10 156439

DESCRIPTION

Decal

Oper. instr.

Cap Cnsmr Help Line

Hood, Roll.

Hood, L.H.

HP, Engine

Customer Maintenance

Side Panel

Deck Mower EZ3

Fender, Craftsman

ins Whl Strg Auto Srs Gold

Fender Danger

KEY

NO.

PART

NOo

12 146046

t3 147139

14 160396

18 151301

20 149516

21 138047

-- 138311

-- 154515

-- 154516

-- 1606O4

-- 160605

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

Decal, Chassis, 6 Speed/42"

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Ins., Hood

Decal Battery DngdPsn Eng

Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad Footrest LH STLT.

Pad Footrest RH STLT

Owner% Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

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 ltemOnty)

5 106732X427 Rim, Front

6 278H Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)

7 9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel On y)

8 106108X427 Rim, Rear

9 138468 Tire, Rear

t0 7152J Tube, RearTire

(Not Provided, Service item Only)

11 104757)( Cap, Axle

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz_

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

147O25

17720410

4 137350

14 13280328

15 13200300

16 STD551231

23 156123

29 137180

31 109202X

32 123549X

33 123487X

35 17490512

37 137040

38 .......

40 124028X

44 17490412

46 19091416

62 STD551131

77 191O1216

79 M740108025

80 74760508

81 128861

Control, Throt

Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T

Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler

Model No. CV15S-41526

Muffler

Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2

Elbow, Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer

Shield, Heat

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank, Vented

Clamp, Hose BIk

Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 TYT

Une Fuel

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer')

Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thdo Roll,

1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer, 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer, Lock

Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Bolt, Hex

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

Nut, Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

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

1 inch = 25A mrn

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MOWER LIFT

25 24

13----_

8 20

REPAIR PARTS

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MOWER LIFT

KEY PART

NO, NOo DESCRIPTION

1 159460

2 159471

3 105767X

4 12000O02

5 19211621

6 120183X

7 125631X

8 122365X

11 139865

12 139866

13 4939M

15 127218

16 73350800

17 130171

18 73800800

19 139868

20 3146R

23 110807X

24 19131016

25 2876H

26 76020308

27 126971X

28 73350600

29 138057

30 150233

31 140302

32 7354060O

49 145212

5O 110452X

Wire Asm tnnedSprg w/Plunger LT

Shaft Asm. Lift

Pin Groove

E Ring #5133-62

Washer 21/32 x i x 21 Ga_

Bearing Nylon

Grip Handte Fluted

Button Plunger Red

Link Lift Lh Fixed Length

Link Lift Rh Fixed Length

Retainer Spring

Link Front

Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric

Trunnion Btk Zinc

LockNut, Hex, with Washer Insert

1/2-13 UNC

Arm, Suspension Rear

Retainer Spring

Nut Spring

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Spring

Pin cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod, Adjust,L}ft

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC

Knob Infinite Height Adjustment

Trunnion Inf Height

Bearing, Pivot, Lift Spherical

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Push Nut

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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106

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144393

2 STD533107

3 138017

4 138440

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 134149

12 129895

!3 137645

14 128774

15 t10485X

16 140329

17 7211O610

18 72140505

19 132827

20 136888

2t STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 !10452X

27 130968

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34 STD5337t7

35 133835

36 131494

37 19131316

4O STD541437

4t 133551

43 140083

44 140088

45 STD624003

46 137729

48 133944

49 155066

5O 131340

5! STD541410

52 139888

53 131845X900

54 133943

55 155046

56 122052X

Mower Housing 58

Bolt 59

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 67

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 68

Retainer Spring 71

Arm, Suspension, Rear 72

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8 73

Washer, Lock 74

Washer, Hardened 75

Blade, Mulching 76

Bearing, Ball 77

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 78

(includes Key Number 6) 79

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 80

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 81

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 82

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 83

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 84

Bolt, Shoulder 85

Baffle, Vortex 92

Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 101

Stiffener Bracket 102

Bracket, Deflector 103

Cap, Sleeve 104

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 105

Nut, Push 106

Shield, Deflector 111

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 112

Rod, Hinge 113

Screw Thdrol Washer Head 114

Washer, Spacer 115

Pulley, Mandrel 116

Nut, Toplock, Flanged 117

Bolt 118

Fastner, Christmas Tree 119

Pulley, Idler, Flat 121

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge 128

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 129

Rod, Pivot, with Nibs 130

Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs 131

Guard, Mandrel, Loll. 132

Retainer

Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 - -

Washer, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower - -

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler'

Spacer, Retainer'

140086

141043

149846

1442OO

142427

131870

127847

121748X

12000029

128903

127845

154809

127498

153701

73350600

142028

120958X

156084

72140618

STD54t437

136420

71161010

19061216

8TD551110

130758

2029J

155197

155198

17490512

73510500

72110504

137644

133957

73930600

19121414

143723

153390

19131312

STD523710

STD533710

19132203

130794

145411

Spring, Torsion Brakes

Guard, TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs

Spring, Return

Arm, Clutch, Secondary

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

Ring, Klip

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x 1.44

Keeper, Spring

Lever Asm. Clutch Pri Plm STLT

Bushing, Large, Brass

Spring, Mower Clutch

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Trunnion, Adj.

Washer Sintered

Keeper Belt Idler

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Nut

Mulcher Cover

Screw

Washer' # 10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-t8 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/t6 UNC x 1/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer Felt

Washer 13/32 x 13116 x 12 Ga.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5

Bolt, RDHD SQNK 318-16 UNC x 1

Spacer', Washer 13132 I.D_ x 1-318

O_D. x 1/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

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

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

Deck, Order Sepal:ately Mulcher

Plate and Gauge Wheei

Components, Key Nos. 101-106

and 111-121)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.& inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A

68 34

/ 31

35 77

42'

150

REPAIR PARTS -

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A

REF PART REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772108A Cover, Transaxle 43 792075

2 780086A Bearing, Needle 44 790025

3 770102A Case, Transaxle 45 786066

4 776260A Shaft, Counter 46 786086

5 776219B Shaft and Pinion Assembly, Output 47 774690

6 778139 Gear, Output, 35 Teeth 48 774691

7 778136 Gear, Spur, 15 Teeth, Steel 49 778215

8 792136A Key, Shift 50 778125

6A 792047 Key, Woodruff 51 778124A

9 784352 Collar, Shifter' 52 778123A

10 784355 Rod and Fork Assembly, Shift 53 778122A

11 778229 Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth 54 778273

12 778113A Bevel Pinion, Input 56 778230

13 778221 Gear, Bevel, 16 Teeth 57 778151

14 778068 Gear, Bevel Pinion 58 778126A

15 778260 Gear, Ring 59 778t27A

!7 786139 Pin, Drive 60 778128A

18 786102 Spacer, Neutral 61 778163

20 792077 Ball, Steel 5/16" diameter' 65 780109

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8-16 x 3/8 66 776135

22 792079 Spring 67 776315A

23 788061 Ring, Seal 68 786116A

25 792073 Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread 69 780051

Forming 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 70 786118

26 792125 Ring, Retainer 71 788069

(4 Required, Package of 2) 72 792165

27 792035 Ring, Retainer' 72A 788091

28 788040 Ring, Retainer 76 780090

29 780072 Washer, Thrust 77 788078A

30 780108 Washer, Thrust

31 780001 Washer 79 792144

32 792001 "O" Ring 81 786081

33 788095 Seal, Square Cut

34 780105A Bushing, Flanged 82 786082

35 780118A Bushing, Flanged 83 786123

36 790003 Disk, Brake 90 788067B

37 790007 Plate, Brake Pad 103 792166

38 799021 Pad, Brake (Package of 2) !04 792167

39 786026 Pin, Dowel 150 768093

40 792076A Washer, Flat 900 794602

41 790079 Lever, Brake

42 792073 Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread

Forming 1/4-20 x 1-1/4

42A 792085A Screw 1/4-20 x 2-t/4

Locknut 5/16-24

Holder, Brake Pad

Spacer

Bracket, Brake Lever

Axle 11-5/16" long

Axle 16-1/2" long

Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth, Steel (1.,)

Gear, Spur', 35 Teeth (2-,)

Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth (3,)

Gear', Spur, 25 Teeth (4_)

Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth (5R=)

Gear, Spur, 19 Teeth, Steel (6)

Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth, Steel (1=)

Gear, Spur, 15 Teeth (2_)

Gear, Spur, 20 Teeth (3-)

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth t4_/

Gear, Spur', 28 Teeth 5_

Gear, Spur', 31 Teeth 6_

Washer', Thrust

Shaft, Input

Shaft, Brake, 4 Keyed

Plug

Washer', Thrust

Spacer

Square Cut Ring

Plug, Threaded 9/16-18

."O" Ring

Washer, Thrust

Ring, Retaining, Inverted

(Package of 2)

Spring, Brake

Chain, Roller

(Number 41 Chain, 24 Links)

Sprocket, 9 Teeth (Reverse)

Sprocket, 18 Teeth (Reverse)

Grease, Bentonite, 32 Ounce Bottle

Screw 1/4-20 x 2

Locknut 1/4-20

Gasket Eliminator (Loctite #515)

Replacement Transaxle

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Parts must be ordered from Tecumseh Products Co.

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

AIR INTAKE

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

12-743-05

2 25-341-02

3 12-096-24

4 12-083-08

5 12-100-01

6 X-25-63

7 12_083-05

8 12-313-04

9 12-094-12

10 12-072-05

11 12-086-01

12 12-041-02

Kit, Air Cleaner 1 12-079-07

(includes Key Numbers 2 thru 12) 2 12-237-01

Knob, Air' Cleaner Cover 3 M_0664020

Cover, Air Cleaner

Precieaner Element 4 M-0545016

Wing Nut 5 12-536-09

Washer, Plain !/4

Element, Air Cleaner (Includes #7) 6 M-0443020

Grommet 7 SM-0443025

Base, Air'Cteaner 8 12-089-11

(Includes Key Numbers 9 and 10) 9 12-089-23

Stud, Mounting Plate M6 x 1.0 x 66 10 12-089-24

Screw, #10 Hi-Lo Thread 11 M-0641060

Forming (2) 12 SM-0642025

Gasket, Air Cleaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 12-113-53 Decal, Air Cleaner

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NOo DESCRIPTION

1 12-014-37 Crankshaft

2 t2-139-01 Plug, Cup

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

M-0545010

2 24-468-10

3 12-146-07

4 M-0645020

5 220534

6 24-096-05

7 12-027-32

9 12-141_01

8 12_096-28

10 25-154-02

11 M_0545020

12 12-063-05

13 M-0645016

14 12-063-08

15 !2-063-0t

Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 10 (8)

Washer, Plain 1/4

Plate, Blower Housing

Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1o0x 20

Washer, Plain 5/16 (2)

Cover, Pinion

Housing, Blower

Ring, Retainer (2)

Cover

Clip, Mounting (3)

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x .8 x 20 (3)

Baffle, intake Side

Screw, Hex Flange

M6 x 1o0 x t6 (2)

Baffle, Cylinder Head

Baffle, Cylinder

13 12-090-05

14 25-t58-11

15 12-079-01

16 25-158-08

Linkage, Choke

Clamp, Cable

Screw, Locked Secket

M6 x 1.0 x 20 (2)

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x .8 x 16

Control, Speed Assembly (Includes

Key Numbers 6 through 9)

Screw, Pan Head M4 x 0.7 x 20

Screw, Pan Head M4 x 0.7 x 25

Spring, Choke Adjust (2)

Spring, Choke Return

Spring, Governor

Nut, Hex Flange M6 x 1,0

Screw, Hex Flange

M6 x 1.0 x 25

Lever, Governor

Bushing, Throttle Linkage

Linkage, Throttte

Bushing, Linkage Retaining

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 M-0829033

2 12-041-03

3 M-0841080

4 12-126-11

5 12-445-06

6 M-0645025

DESCRIPTION

Stud, M8 x 1.25 x 33 (2)

Gasket, Exhaust Manifold

Nut, Hex Flange M8 x 1.25 (2)

Bracket, Muffler

Strap, Lifting

Screw, Hex Flange

M6 x 1.0 x 25 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

-- 12-522_18

-- t2-755-59

Sho_ Block

Gasket Set

RPM Settings:

Low Speed:1500-2000

High Speed:3200-3400

NOTE: Air component dimensions given inU_S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- _ 12-113-64 Decal, Horsepower

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

FUEL SYSTEM

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12-853-56

12-041_02

12-053-56

4 12-041-01

5 12-089-23

6 12-079-07

7 12-265-04

8 X-426-9

9 25-353-10

10 25-050-02

11 47-154-01

12 12-086-07

13 12-431-01

14 t2-368-05

15 12-089-09

16 12-086-04

17 12-089-09

18 12-146-03

19 25-086-27

20 12-144-09

2t t2-144-08

22 12-089-10

23 12-146-02

24 12-337-03

25 12-757-02

26 12-04t-05

27 12-104-01

26 12-757-09

Kit, Carburetor (Includes #2 thru 6)

Gasket, Air' Cleaner

Carburetor Assembly

(For' Information Only - Not

AvailabIe Separately)

(Includes Key Numbers 12 thru 27)

Gasket, Carburetor (2)

Spring, Choke Return

Linkage, Choke

Deflector, Heat

Clamp, Hose (2)

Line, Fuel, 9"

Filter', Fuel

Clip, Cable tl

Screw, Hex Cap 8-32 x 3/8 t2

Sleeve, Insulating 13

Needle, Idle, Fuel Adjust t4

Spring, Idle Fuet 15

Screw, Idle Speed Adjust 16

Spring, Idle Speed

Plate, Throttle 17

Screw, Throttle Plate (2) 18

Shaft, Throttle with Lever and Seal 19

Shaft, Choke 20

Spring, Choke 21

Plate, Choke 22

Jet, Main 23

Kit, Float

Gasket, Bowl 24

Bowl, Fue! 25

Kit, Solenoid Assembly • 26

(Includes Key Number 29) 27

Gasket, Bowl Retainer Screw

Nut, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 (2)

Washer, Plain 1/4

Washer, Lock 1/4

Stud, M6 x 1.0 x 122 (2)

29 12-041-06

30 M-0641060

31 X-25-63

32 X-22-11

33 M-0629122

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 12-041-01 Gasket, Carburetor

- - 12-757-03 Kit, Carburetor' Repair

-- 12-518-05 Lead, Solenoid, Black, 5", 14

Gauge, Uninsulated Push-On Tabs

- - 41-518-34 Lead, Ground, Green, 5", 18 Gauge

Insulated Grip Barrel Eyelets

1 12-351-01

2 12-755-60

3 12-411-01

4 12-041-t0

5 12-017-0!

12-017-02

6 12-016-01

12-016-02

7 12-146-13

8 12-468-05

9 12-112-13

t0 12-086-15

12-089-01

12-173-01

12-755-03

X-426-9

12-326-03

M-0645020

12-096-07

235011

24_032-05

M-0640034

24-194-0t

24-186-03

M-0545010

12-018-01

12-402-02

12-318-09

X-75-23

Lifter, Valve (2)

Kit, Cylinder Head

Rod, Push (2)

Gasket, Cylinder Head

Valve, Intake, Standard Size

Valve, Intake, .25" Oversize

Valve, Exhaust, Standard

Valve, Exhaust, .25" Oversize

Plate, Guide

Washer, Plain 13/32

Spacer, Head Bolt Exhaust Port

Screw, Hex Flange

M10 x 1.5 x 81 (5)

Spring, Valve (2)

Cap, Vatve Spring (2)

Kit, Retainer (2)

Clamp, Hose (2)

Hose, Breather

Screw, Hex Flange

M6 x 1_0x 20 (5)

Cover, Valve with Nippte

Retainer, Spring

SeaI, Valve Stem

Screw, Hex Flange M6 x I x 34 (2)

Pivot, Rocker Arm (2)

Arm, Rocker (2)

Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0_8 x 10

Retainer, Breather Reed

Reed, Breather

Head, Cylinder'

Plug, Pipe, Allen Head 1/8

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

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OIL PAN / LUBRICATION !

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STARTING SYSTEM I

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258543

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

IGNITION / ELECTRICAL

CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-088-14 Screw, Hex Flange

M10 x 1.5 x 46

2 12-468-03 Washer, Plain 3/8

3 24-162-03 Screen, Grass

4 M-0639016 Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1 x 16 (4)

5 t2-112-01 Spacer', Fan (4)

6 12-157-02 Fan

7 X-42-15 Key

8 12-025-25 Flywheel Assembly

9 41-155-02 Connector (4,Contact)

10 M-0548025 Screw, Hex Cap

M5 x 0°8 x 25 (2)

11 M-0545010 Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x o.8 x lO (2)

12 12-154-02 Ctip, Stator Harness

13 12-085-03 StatorAssembty

14 12-132-02 Spark Plug

15 X-728-1 Clip, Cable

16 12-584-01 Module, Ignition

17 M-0545020 Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0°8 x 20 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- 12-518-01 Lead, White, Ground To Kill (19",

18 Gauge, Fully Insulated Push-on

Tab and Uninsutated Push-on Tab

Terminals)

OIL PAN / LUBRICATION

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

t2-038-01

2 25-755-13

3 12-153-03

4 12-153-02

5 12-123-04

6 M-0545020

7 12-153-01

8 25-162-07

9 12-096-03

10 M-0545016

11 M-1039025

12 12-t26-02

13 12-089-03

14 12-462-01

15 12-208-0t

16 t2-050-01

17 X-75-10

18 t2-393-01

19 12-032-04

20 12-096-02

21 M-0545016

22 12-032-03

23 8M-0839045

Dipstick Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 2 and 3)

Kit, Oil Fill Cap (includes Key #3)

O-Ring, Dipstick

O-Ring, Upper Oil Fill Tube

Tube, Oil Fill

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x 0.8 x 20

O-Ring, Lower Oi! Fill Tube

Screen, Oil Pick-up

Cover, Oil Pick-up Screen

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x 0_8 x 16

Screw, Hex Flange M10 x 1.5 x 25

Bracket, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Spring, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Piston, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Body, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Filter, Oil

Plug, Square Head, Solid 3/8

Oil Pump Assembly

O-Ring, Oil Purnp Cover

Cover, Oil Pump

Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x t6 (3)

Seal, Oil (P.T.Oo End)

Screw, Hex Flange

M8 x 1.25 x 45 (12)

Pan, Oil

24 12-199-30

1 12-032-03

2 12-522-18

3 12-445-02

4 M-0839025

5 12-380-03

6 12-755-49

7 12-089-18

8 12-422-08

12-422-09

12-422-10

12-422-11

12-422-12

! 2-422-13

12-422-07

9 12-144-27

10 12-874-07

12-874-08

12-874-09

11 12-018-02

12 t2-i08-07

12-108-08

12-108-09

13 12-067-05

12-067-06

14 12-380-01

15 12-043-05

16 M-0631005

17 12-144-02

18 52-139-09

19 12-755-64

2O 12-144-24

21 X-25-102

22 12-032-01

23 SM-0631015

24 12-154-05

Seat, Crankshaft

Block, Cylinder (Use Short Block)

Strap, Lifting

Screw, Hex Flange M8 x 1.25 x 25

Dowel, Locating (4)

Kit, Camshaft (includes Key #7 & 8)

Sprin ;1,Actuating

Shim Camshaft, Blue

Shim Camshaft, Red (A.R)

Shim Camshaft, Yellow (A.R.)

Shim Camshaft, Green (A.R,)

Shim Camshaft, Grey (A.R.)

Shim Camshaft, Bfack (A.E)

Shim Camshaft, White (A.R.)

Shaft Balance

Piston w/Ring Set, Standard

Piston w/Ring Set .25' Oversize

Piston w/Ring Set .50' Oversize

Retainer, Piston Pin (2)

Ring Set, Standard

Ring Set .25" Oversize

Ring Set .50" Oversize

Connecting Rod, Standard

Connecting Rod .25" Oversize

Pin, Governor Regulating

Gear, Governor Assembly

Washer, Plain, 6ram

Shaft, Governor Gear

Plug, Cup

Kit, Shaft, Governor Cross, with

Clip (includes Key #20 and 24)

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, Plain 1/4

Seal, Governor Cross Shaft

Washer, Plain, 6ram

Clip, Hitch Pin

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

M-0839070

25-098-03

12-755-54

1£-227-06

45-170-03

82-755-28

12-227-11

12-086-25

Screw, Hex Flange

M8 x 1.25 x 70 (2)

Starter Assembly

(Fncludes Key Numbers 3 th_ru8)

Kit, Drive End

Cap, Drive End

Armature

Kit, Brush and Spring

End Cap, Commutator

Screw, Hex Flange

1/4-20 x 4-5/8 (2)

NOTE: Air component dimensions given in U.& inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SERVICE NOTES

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING 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.

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.258543

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800_366-7278)

:OR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

HOT LINE, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-659-5917

15.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

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 seat_

The model number for your engine will be found on the

btower housing of the engine°

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Re-

tail Stores°

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

• PRODUCT - TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER - 917.258543

• ENGINE MODEL NO, - CV15S TYPE NO. PS-41526

PART NUMBER

m PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you

consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians ..... professional technicians

specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we service what we sell.

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Craftsman 917258543 tractor

Product's Documents

OWNER'SMANUAL

Specifications

Craftsman 917258543 Questions and Answers