Craftsman 917271750 lawn tractor User Manual

Owner's Manual

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LAWN TRACTOR

18.0 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.271750

[_ This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A.

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

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

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

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

Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 8

Operation ............................................. 11

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

Maintenance ........................................ 17

Service and Adjustments ..................... 21

Storage ................................................ 27

Troubleshooting .................................. 28

Repair Parts ......................................... 32

Sears Service ....................... Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

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

manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be

defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed

below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the

two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service

the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below).

For your convenience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30

days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Crafts-

man product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this

product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited

to blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.

• Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speedin_ the engine.

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

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

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

debris, or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

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

first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME.

After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be

available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman

product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which

vary, from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co.,Dept.8173NA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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.

Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERTI!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_1_ CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

,_ CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds, chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. 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 and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop 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.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only 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 unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding

mower safely enough to protect them-

selves and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

I1.SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can re-

sult in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up

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

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights 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.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly 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 if an edge

caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

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.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass 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 necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 1.25

Capacity and Unleaded and

Type: Regular

Oil Type SAE 30

API-SF-SJ): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: 3.5 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

(Gap: .030")

_round Speed (MPH):

Forward:

Fire Pressure;

Charging

System:

Battery:

Blade Bolt Torque:

1st 1.2

2nd 1.5

3rd 2.4

4th 3.5

5th 4.8

6th 5.3

Reverse: 1.5

Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

3 Amps Battery

5 Amps Headlights

Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: UIR

27-35 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair 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".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4

(1) Locknut 112-20

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Locknut 1/4-28

_ Steering Wheel

Adapter

Steering

Boot

Steering

Extension

Shaft

Seat

"_ (1) Washer

17132x 1-3116 x 12 Gauge

_(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Video Cassette

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts

left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 7/16"wrench (1) Utilityknife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

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

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from carton.

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

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 1/4 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex

nut and tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. 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.

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

NOTE: 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. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Seat

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob,

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3, Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolts are positioned over the

large slotted holes in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolts in slots and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Seat Pan

Shoulder Bolts

Flat Washer _

djos'moo' //

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_L,WARNING: Before starting, read

understand and fo ow a nstructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear

of other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

t. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of rnulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Deflector

Mulcher

Shield _ Plate

Latch

Hooks

J_ILCAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE 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" section

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 'q'O ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

/CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you receive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

•/ All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated 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 mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of

various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Ammeter

ThrottlelChoke

Control

Attachment Ignition Switch Light Switch

Position

Clutch Lever

Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Height

Adjustment

Lever

Parking Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the

headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROI-rLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut oft the engine.

1. Depress clutcl"Jbrake pedal all the

way down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and

release pressure from clutch/brake

pedal. Pedal should remain in brake

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Position

Throtth

Control

Clutch/

Key

,"Disengaged"

Position

Parking Brake

Position

Pedal

Gearshift

"Disengaged" 3.ke" Lever

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch lever to =DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position

and remove key. Always remove key

when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

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

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired

position.

3. 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 life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUI-I-ING

HEIGHT" in this section of manual).

2. 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 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side, installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment

hole.

Gauge Wheel

Mounting ,

Bracket

3/8-16

Shoulder

3/8 Washer J _Bolt

Gauge Wheel"

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_bCAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Lift

Position

Clutch Lever ,"

':'_Low

"' Position

Position

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• 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 allowed 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

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. _res can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, add oil until "FULU' mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See the oil

viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do

not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

_kCAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

_Ucre good cold weather starting.

AUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

(called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which

leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the firsttime or if

the engine has run out of fuel, it will take

extra cranking time to move fuel from the

tank to the engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to disen-

gaged position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to start position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control

in, wait a few minutes and try again. If

engine still does not start, pull the

choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

• The 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 (50° F and

below)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may

require the choke control be pulled out

slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3(X)Ofeet)

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

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

tractor. This will result in a more even

distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

(

• 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 discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy grass,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

MAXI_

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

AS YOU COMPLETE =_,_ R-J,_ _,4,=" _.-- _, _/

REGU LAR SERVICE /_/_3_SERVlCE DATES

CheCk Brake Operation _

Chec_ Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems Ik_

R Check for Loose Fasteners V' I V'5 if

cA Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades I_s

T Lubrication Chart _ if

0 Check Battery Level

R Clean Battery and Terrninals I_

Check Transaxio Cooling

Check V-Belts I_

Check Engine Oil Love] _ I_

Change Engine Oil (wi_ oil filter) _1,2 I_

E Change Engine O{I (without oil filter) I_lj if

N Clean Air Filter _1_:

G Clean Air Screen

NI Inspect Muffler/Spark

AtTester

E Replace Oil Filter (g equipped) II_.2

Clean Engine Cooling F_ns if 2

Replace Spark Plug V w V °

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

Replace Fuel Filter t_ '

1 - C_ more often when ope_ting under a heavy load or

in high ambient temperatures,

2 - SewIce more often when operatJng _n dirty or dusty conditions.

3 * Replace blades more olten when mowing in sandy sc_l.

4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance=free battery.

5 - "Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum.

DO not overtlghten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFOREEACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_ Spindle -- -(_ Spindle

Zerk Zerk

_Front Wheel Wheel

Bearing Bearing Zerk

Zerk

@Engine

"(])Gear-

'-- -r'-' _ shift

....... Pivots

(_SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL

_GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE"

SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "3"0 ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

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.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing _ RI^-,- Mandrel "---,_umbly

Edge Up _7_'_ _ Center

Flat Washe_r_ "_"_-./ -_

___ I'_Star

_-Blade Bolt (Grade _'_

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

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.

,j_ ,/

5/8" Bolt

or Pin

Center Hole

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bdght.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BAI-FERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

o 3o

_EEMPEFlAT'RE RA_°E ANTICIPATED BE°FORE NE_T OIL C_ANG E4°

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 32°F. Check your engine oil

level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after even] 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 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

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto

the fitting.

Oil Drain Valve

Closed

and

Locked

Position

Yellow(

Drain Tube

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. For accurate reading,

tighten dipstick cap securely onto the

tube before removing dipstick. Keep

oil at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten

cap onto the tube securely when

finished.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner.

6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

7. Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

t. Remove cartridge nut.

2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from entering carburetor.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

4. Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

Ca_ridge

Foam Cartridge

Pre-Cleaner _Base

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed 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 and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp _ Clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels

free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive 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 out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1, Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with

retainer springs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer

spring.

7. Push clutch cable housing guide into

bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

8. Install belt onto engine pulley.

Clutch

Small Retainer Spring

Suspension .°+";°['-"""_"""_ Square Hole

Engine

Pulley

Retainer

Anti-Sway

Link

Springs

(Both Sides)

Housing

Guide Larg= _g

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower white tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

"R D

tires are properly inflated (See P O -

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance =A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

° To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to mower to

ground x__ground

A-]-_' VGround Line V J'_--A

Arm

Lift Link N_

Adjustment

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

side. If the following front-to-back adjust-

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns. The two front

links must remain equal in length.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

rD. oD-I

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut

TrL

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel

pulleys and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See 'qo Install Mower"

in this section of this manual).

Mandrel

Idler

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear on a level dry concrete or

paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

3. 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".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Nut

_'_ Operating

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and

keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down be-

tween transaxle belt keepers and onto

the input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine

pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keep-

ers.

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Engine

Clutching

Stationary Idler

Transaxle

Pulle

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock

gate) position. The adjustment is preset at

the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate

/ \

/ _-_:_

Adjustment Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble with

crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

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 a Sears or other

qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

dng securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks,

purchase and use tire sealant from

Sears. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Axle

Cover

Square Key f

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BA'rrERY

_I_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BAI-IERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery(A-B), taking care not to short

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Fuily Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_IbWARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrencn or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

Label

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent itfrom starting.

• Check wiring. See etectrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood

at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off

of tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to

reconnect the headlight wire connec-

tor.

Hood

_\_ Headlight Wire

ctor

Positiv,

(Red)

Cable

(Black) Cable

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems, which

are being done at the customers expense,

may be performed by any non-road engine

repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized

engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TOADJUSTTHROTrLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjustment

is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke pes_on.

Slowly move lever from choke to fast

position.

2. Check that holes "A" in governor control

lever and hole in governor plate line-up.

If holes "A" are not aligned, loosen clamp

screw and move throttle cable until holes

are aligned. Tighten clamp screw

securely.

Governer Governer

ver /Control Plate

Holes "A" "_.?._ti sC_emw__/(' Tharb_le

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

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 limitercap. The limiter cap cannot be

removed without breaking the adjusting

needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the factory

and adjustment should notbe necessary.

However, minor adjustment may be required

to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load. Ifthe carburetor

does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture.

Tuming the idle mixture valve out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the

engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve

and the seat in carburetor may result ifscrew

isturned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assembled

to the carburetor when making carburetor

adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SEI-FING -

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow

position. With finger, rotate and hold

throttle lever against idle speed screw.

Tum idle speed screw to attain 1750

RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, tum idle mixture valve

full travel clockwise then counterclock-

wise until engine runs rough. Tum valve

to a point midway between those two

positions. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST-

4. Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. Ifengine hesitates or dies,

turn idle mixture valve out (counterclock-

wise) 1/8turn. Repeattest and continue

to adjust, if necessary, until engine

accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not

adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine

govemor, which is factory set for proper

engine speed. Overspeeding the engine

above the factory high speed setting can be

dangerous. If you think the engine-govemed

high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears

or other qualified service center, which has

proper equipment and experience to make

any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed _ Throttle

Screw_ _kever

With Limiter

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a perio d of time in storage, battery

may requ=ra recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also,

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

t. Remove spark plug(s),

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4, Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

=ROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

CAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEM

Lossofpower

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run

when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves 3.

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter. 4.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5.

6. Faulty spark plug. 6.

7. Dirty fuel filter. 7.

8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8.

9. Water in fuel. 9.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety 1.

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

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. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14.See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction,

not rotate mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt.

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Engine "backfires"

iwhen turning

engine "OFF"

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10.Improper blades used.

11 .Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Switch is "OFF".

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position

for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11 .Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

. Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271750

SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

AMMETER

FUSE

,©: ,

SOLENOID

STARTER

IGNITION

SWITCH

(OPTIONAL)

_UEL',

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

IGNITION SWITCH

PosmoN CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN/LfGHT B+AI A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START 3+S +A1 NONE

(CLUTCH OFF) GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

SPARK

IGNITION _ PLUG

UNIT GAP _

(2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL ENGINES)

ClaARGI k_ SyS_IEM C_TPt_ 26 V_T$ AC MIN. O 3a00 RPM

3 AMp OC g _ RPM (CHARGING _STt_I Of_C(_NECTED)

FUEI(I ) ] L_mNOSYSl_=MOUTPUT

ORANGE 5AMp AC O _ Rp M DIODE i i

I )

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WiTH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE UGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

HEADLIGHTS /F7_

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

O-

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271750

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 BoltHex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

8 176689 Box BatteryFender

16 176138 Switch, Intedock

21 175688 HarnessAsm LightW/4152j

22 4152J BulbLight#1156

24 4799J Cable Battery6 Ga 11" red

25 146147 Cable Battery6 Ga w/16 wire red

26 175158 Fuse20AMP

27 73510400 Nut,Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

28 4207J Cable Ground 6Ga 12"black

29 121305X SwitchPlunger NcGray

30 175566 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key IgnMolded Craftsman

40 179720 Harness Ign

41 71110408 BoltBIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2

42 131563 CoverTerminalRed

43 178861 Soleno_l

45 121433X AmmeterRectangular6Amp

52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop

90 180499 CoverBatteryTerminal

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgive in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271750

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

166

13 °

2O8

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271750

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis Stamping

2 176554 Drawbar

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

5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

9 168337X013 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

11 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H.

13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

14 17490608 Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 1/2

17 174330X558 HoodAssemblyLaser

26 STD541437 Nut

28 175049 GrilleLens Asm Laser

29 174332X599 Lens, Laser

30 175692X558 Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Suppod

37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

38 175710 Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear

39 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser

58 150127 DuctAir EngineP/L LT

60 72140606 BoltRdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

64 154798 DashLowerSTLT

74 73680600 Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

114 158112 Keeper BeltRear LH

115 1706o0620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT

143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

145 156524 Jod PivotChassis/Hood

159 155123X428 Cupholder

161 164655 Bumper Extrusion

166 164863 Screw 13-16x 3/4

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder5/16 -18 "i-I"

207 17670508 ScrewThdml 5/16-18xl/2TYTr

208 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

211 145212 Nut Hexflange Lock

212 175143 Insert Lens Reflective

- - 5479J Plug, Button

NOTE: All component dimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.271750

GROUND DRIVE

26 27

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271750

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 Transaxle(SseBreakdown) 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5

Peerless206-545C 65 STD551143 Washer

2 146682 Spdng Brake Return 66 154778 Keeper Belt EngineHydro

3 123666X PulleyTmnsaxle 70 134683 Keeper Belt Engine

4 12000028 RingRetainer 74 137057 Spacer

5 121520X Strap Torque 30 Degrees 75 t21749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 76 STD581075 E-Ring

8 165866 RodShiftFender Adjust 77 123583X Key, Square

10 S_1210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

11 105701X Washer Plate Shift 79 2228M KeyWoodruff

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28unf Gr. 8 W/Patch 80 145090 AnnShift

14 10040400 Washer lock Hvy Helical 81 165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Uric 82 165711 SpringTorsion

18 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5 83 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

19 STD541437 NutLockHexW/Wsh 3/8-16Unc 84 166231 LinkTransaxle

21 106933X Knob 85 150360 Nut Lock Center 1/4-20

22 130804 Rod, Brake 89 158391X428 Console, Shift

24 73350600 NUt,Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc gO 124346X Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 96 4497H Retainer Spring 1•ZinPJCad

26 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 Ga. 112 19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

27 S_1210 PinCotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 113 127285X StrapTorque 90 Degrees

28 175765 Rod,Parking Brake 116 72140608 BoltRdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig3/8-16

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 145 74490540 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr. 5

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 150 175456 SpacerRetainer

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

35 120183X Bearing,Nylon 156 166002 Washer Srrted 5/181Dx 1.125

36 19211616 Washer 158 165589 BracketShift Mount

37 1572H Pin,Roll 159 165494 HubTapered FlangeShiftLt

38 179114 Pulley,Composite, Flat 161 72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5

39 74760648 BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 162 73680400 NutCrownlock 1/4-20 Unc

41 175556 Keeper, Bolt Idler 163 74780416 BoltHsx Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 8

47 127783 Pulley,Idler, V-Groove 164 19091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 165 165623 BracketPivot Lever

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 166 166880 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

50 72110612 BoltHex Hd 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 168 165492 BoltShoulder5/16-18 x .861

51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/6-16UNC 169 165580 Plate Fastening

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 170 178394 Keeper BeltT/A

53 105710X Link, Clutch 197 169613 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"1D

55 105709X Spring,Return, Clutch 198 169593 Washer Nyl7/8 ID x .105" Hyd

56 1706o0620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.04 202 72110614 Bolt Cart Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4Gr.5

57 130801 V-Belt 212 145212 Nut Hex Fig. Lock

59 169691 Keeper,Center Span

6t 17120614 Screw. 3/8-16 x .875

62 8883R Cover, Pedal NOTE: All component dimensionsgivenin U.S.

63 175410 Pulley, Engine inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 SteedngWheel

2 175131 AxleAssemblySTMP DroppedSTL

3 169840 Spindle Assembly,LH.

4 169839 SpindleAssembly, R.H.

5 6266H Beadng,Race, Thrust,Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1o5/8x 16 Gauge

7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

8 12000029 Ring,Klip

9 3366R Beadng,SteedngColumn

10 175121 Dmglink

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

12 73940800 Nut HexJam Toplock1/2-20 UNF

13 136518 Spacer BrgAxle Front

15 145212 Nut, Hexflange Lock

17 180641 Shaft Assembly, Steedng

26 126847X Bushing,Link,Drag

28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

29 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

30 STD561210 Pin

32 130465 Rod,Tie

36 155099 Bushing,Steedng

37 152927 Screw

38 139769 insert, Steedng Wheel

39 19183812 Washer 9/16 x 2-3/8

40 s'rD541537 Nut LockCenter3/8-24UNF

41 100711L Adaptor,SteedngWheel

42 145054x428 Boot, Steering Shaft

43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

44 180640 Extension Shaft Steering

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

47 183226 Fitting,Grease

51 73540400 Nut Crowntock1/4-28

54 71130420 BoltHex 1/4-28 UNF x 1-1/4 Gr.8

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace

71 175146 SteedngAsm

82 169835 BracketSusp Chassis Front

85 133835 Fastner Christmas Tree

88 175118 BoltShoulder7/16-20

91 175553 ClipSteering

NOTE: All componentdimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

78 _ 38

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

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ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170545

2 17720408

3 ......

4 137352

13 165291

14 148456

16 STD551237

23 169837

29 137180

31 109202X

32 158990

33 123487X

37 137040

38 148315

40 124028X

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19091416

62 10040500

72 71070512

78 17060620

81 73510400

Control,Throttle

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8

Engine,(See Breakdown)BriggsModel No. 31H777

Muffler

Gasket

Tube Drain Oil Easy

Washer

ShieldBm/DbrGuard

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly, FuelSears, Vented

Clamp,Hose

Une, Fuel

Plug, Drain Oil Easy

BushingSnap

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll. 114-20x 3/4

Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8.16 x 3/4

Washer 9132x 718 x 16 Gauge

Washer LockHvy HLCL SPr. 5/16

Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4

Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20Unc

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1inch =25.4 rem

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SEATASSEMBLY

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 180597 Seat

2 180166 Bracket, Pivot, Seat

3 71_106_6 Bo11

4 19131510 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge

5 145006 Clip, P'_sh-ln HiP.gq_l

6 STD541437 Nut

7 124161X Spring, Seat

8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

9 19131514 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge

10 180186 Pan, Seat

11 166369 Knob Seat

12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing, Snap

14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

15 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88

16 121250X Spdng

17 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5

21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

22 ST0541431 Nut

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

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions given inU.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

3 7

4 13

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 156368 Decal, Oper. Instr.

2 183794 Decal, HP Engine

3 177278 Decal, Hood,R.H.

4 177279 Decal, Hood, L.H.

5 183830 Decal, HoodReplacement

6 133644 Decal,CustomerMaintenance

7 177253 Decal, HoodSide

8 172331 Decal, Deck

9 163204 Decal, Fender,Craftsman

10 156439 Decal,FenderDanger

11 179128 Decal, Deck "B" 42"

KEY PART

NO. NO.

12 146046

13 183827

14 160396

16 138047

20 149516

- - 138311

- - 165800X428

- - 165799X428

- - 183840

- - 183841

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

Decal, Lower Dash

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Battery Diehard

Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad Footrest LH STLT

Pad Footrest RH STLT

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106222)( Tire,Front

4 59904 Tube, FrontTire

(Not Provided,Service Item Only)

5 106732X624 Rim, Front

6 278H Fitting,Grease (Front Wheel Only)

7 9040H Bearing,Flange(Front Wheel

Only)

8 106108X624 Rim,Rear

9 122082X Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, RearTire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

11 104757X428 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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LIFTASSEMBLY

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 159460 LiftLever InnerWire Assembly

2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift

3 105767X Pin, Groove

4 12000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing,Nylon

7 125631X Grip,Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button,Plunger, Red

11 139865 Link, Uft, LH.

12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.

13 STD624008 RetainerSpring

15 173288 Link,Front

16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

17 175689 Trunnion

18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 UNC

19 139868 Arm,Suspension, Rear

20 163552 RetainerSpring

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt, Lift

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

" 142

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103 105

119

11a

19F 21

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO,

1 165892 Mower DeckAssembly, 42" 67 149846

2 STD533107 Bolt 68 144959

3 138017 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar, 92 73800600

Front 101 136420

4 165460 BracketSway Bar 38/42" eck 102 71081010

5 STD624008 RetainerSpdng 103 19061216

6 178024 BarSway Deck 104 STD551119

8 850857 Bolt, Hax 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 105 160793

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 106 2029J

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 111 179292

11 134149 Blade,Mulching 112 179293

13 137645 ShaftAssembly, Mandrel, Vented 113 17060510

14 128774 Housing,Mandrel,Vented 114 STD541431

15 110485X Bearing,Ball,Mandrel 115 72110505

16 174493 Stripper,Mower Deck 116 4898H

18 72140505 Bolt'Caniage 5/16-18x5/8 117 165746

19 132827 Bolt,Shoulder 118 73930600

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 119 STD5510_7

21 STD541431 NutCrownlock5/16-18UNC 129 19131312

23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 130 STD523710

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 131 STD533710

25 123713X Spring,Torsion, Deflector 142 165890

26 110452X Nut, Push 143 157109

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 144 158634

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8xt6Ga. 145 165888

29 131491 Rod,Hinge 146 171977

30 173984 ScrewThdrol DOD PT Hex 147 131335

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 148 169022

32 153535 Pulley,Mandrel 149 165898

33 178342 Nut,Toplock, Flanged 150 19091216

34 S_17 Bolt 151 169670

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 152 169676

37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga 153 169674

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/8-16UNC 154 169675

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 155 169671

45 STD624003 Retainer 156 169672

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4o20x 5/8 157 169669

48 133944 Washer, Hardened 158 17720408

49 174284 RollerAssembly,Cam Follower 159 72140614

50 131340 - Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Gr. 5 - - 130794

51 STD541410 Locknut

52 139888 Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake - - 169583

54 133943 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler

DESCRIPTION

KnobCustomOval

V-Belt

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16

MulcherCover

Screw Pan Hd Phillips10-24 x 5/8

Washer #10

Washer, Lock#10

LatchAssembly, Bagger

Nut,Weld

Bracket,Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket,Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw3/8-16 x .625

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 Unc

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

Bolt,Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut,Centerlock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga.

Bolt,Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc xl Gr. 5

Bolt,RdhdSqnk 3/8-16UNCx 1

Arm SpringBrake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler42"

Keeper Belt42"ClutchCable

Pulley Idler Flat

BoltCarriage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring ReturnIdler

Retainer SpringYellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Ctutch

Cable Clutch 42 In

Washer Flat 3/8"Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring RetentionLever

Spacer

RodClutch

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

BoltRdhdSqn 3/8-16 UNC x t- 3/4

MandrelAssembly (Includes

housing,shaft and shafthardware

only-pulleynotincluded)

ReplacementMower,Complete

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions given inU.S.inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271750

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772147 TransaxleCover 41A 790079 Brake Laver

2 780086A Needle Bearing5/8" 42 792073A Screw 114- 20 x 1-1/4"

3 770128 TransaxleCase 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 114"

4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075 Locknut 5 / 16 - 24

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025 Brake Pad Holder

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066 Spacer .2625 x 1.0

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086 Brake Lever Bracket

7 778330 Spur Gear (11 taeth) 47 774690 Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)

8 792180 Shift Key 48 774691 Axle (16 - 1/ 2" long)

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth)

9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778.338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352 Spur Gear (19 teeth)

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth)

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (include.14) 54 778346 Spur Gear (15 teeth)

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth)

(Include. 13) 57 778337 SpurGear (13 teeth)

15 778370 RingGear (43 teeth) 58 778353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)

17 786188 Drive Pin 59 778351 Spur Gear (21 teeth)

18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 60 778349 Spur Gear (24 teeth)

20 792077A Ball5/16" dia 61 778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth)

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8" 65 780189 Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W

22 792079 Spring .310 OD x .625 L 66 776422 Input Shaft

25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 67 776396 Shifter& Brake Shaft

25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 69 792170 Retaining Ring

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 70 786187 Spacer .890

27 792035 Retaining Ring 71 788069 Square Cut Ring

28 788040 RetainingRing 71B 788092 =O"Ring

29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID x .031W 76 780090 Flat Washer 1.128 iD x .058W

29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 77 788078A InvertedRetaining Ring

29B 780051 ThrustWasher .762 ID x .031W 79 792144 Spring .430 OD x .50OOL

29C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer.632 82 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth)

30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

31 780001 Fiat Washer .750 ID x .056W 85 792154 Oil Fill Plug

(Use As Needed) 87 788089A Oil Seal 9 / 16"

3tA 780195 Flat Washer ,750 ID x .062W 150 788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 157 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

34 780194 Bushing .563 180 730229A GearOil80W90

35 780193 . Flanged Bushing 5/8" ID 900 794712 ReplacementMST-206-545C

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing.751 Transaxle

36 790075 Brake Disk

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

39 786026 DowelPin 1 inch = 25.4 mm

40 792076A Flat Washer .312 ID x .059W

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0228-E1

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

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524 _ 8420

1266 0

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1270

759

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I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL

I 1036 EMISSION LABEL I

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150

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0228-E1

1022

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1095 VALVE GASKET SET

617 0 1022

524 0

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0228-E1

51_ 1091

108A _

634A_

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431J 1266AQ

1266 0

!21 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

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51 276@

1o5_ 137 F-_

634_ 1268

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

5,_137<C>2,6_

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0228-E1

305A

643

309J 801

8_3_ 310 1

5791 • 50

462

801A _

544A

513

803A

'_ 311A

NOTE: For Re_acernent Starter Motor;

See Reference 309,

729

697 _"

31H777-O228-E1 73_

75 (_

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1005 @

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0228-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 108 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

108A 692344 Valve-Choke [Choke A Matic)

2 399265 Kit-Bushing]Seal(MagnetoSide) 117 694352 _ Jot-Main(Standard)

3 391086 • SeaI-Oil(MagnetoSide) 118 692411 Jet-Main(HighAItitude)

4 697188 SumpEngine 121 697241 Kit*CarburetorOverhaul

5 690188 Head-Cylinder 125 697190 Carburetor

7 692410 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head

9 697109 • Gasket*Breather 127 695005 Plug-Welch

19 697157 Screw (Breather Assembly) 130 691750 Valve-Throttle

11 697113 Tube-Breather 131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft

12 697110 • Gasket-Crankcase 133 494381 Roat-Carburetor

137 281165 O:l:Gasket-Float Bowl

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 141 495097 Kit.Choke Shaft (Manual Choke)

15 690946 Plug-O_lDrain

16 697127 Crankshaft 141A 495931 Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke A Matic)

20 690947 • SeaI-Oil(PTOSide)a 142 697140 (_ Nozzle-Carburetor

22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Cover/Sump) 146 691639 Key-Timing

23 693557 F_hee_ 186 692317 Connector-Hose

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

25 697552 Piston Assembly (Standard) Length)

697555 Piston Assembly (.01_ 188 691693 Screw (Control Bracket)

Oversize) 192 691986 Adjuster-Rocker Arm

697556 PistonAssembly (.020" 202 691841 Link-MechanicalGovemor

Oversize) 209 692208 Spring-Governor

697557 Piston Assembly (.030" 216 691840 Unk-Choke

Oversize) 222 694042 Bracket-Control

26 697553 Ring Set (Standard) 227 691374 Lever-GovemorControl

697558 Ring Set (.010" Oversize) 231 691636 Screw (Choke Valve)

697559 Ring Set (.020" Oversize) 232 691842 Spring-Governor

697560 R_ngSet (.030" oversize) 238 691843 Cap-Valve

27 697100 Lock-Piston Pin 240 298090 Filter-Fuel

28 697099 Pin-Piston 265 691024 Clamp-Casing

29 697126 Rod-Connecting(Standard) 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

697263 Rod-Connecting (.020" 276 692255 _Washer-Sealing

Undersize) 304 697783 Housing-Blower

32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 305 697102 Screw (Blower Housing)

33 495856 Valve-Exhaust 305A 697103 Screw (Blower Housing)

34 495857 Valve-Intake 306 697167 Shield_ylinder

35 691279 Spring-Valve(Intake) 307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield)

36 691279 Spring-Valve(Exhaust) 309 693551 Motor-Starter

37 697108 Guard-Flywheel 309A Motor-Starter (ForReplacement

40 691752 Retainer-Valve Starter Motor, See Reference

43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 309)

45 690564 Tappet-Valve 310 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor)

46 693450 Camshaft 311 497608 Brush Set

48 697762 Short Bleek (31H777-0202-E2 311A 395538 Brush Set

Replacement Engine transfer 333 495859 Armatars-Magneto

Muffler and Spark Arrestor) 334 691061 Screw(MagnetoArmature)

50 690193 Manifold-Intake 337 691043 Plug-Spark

51 692137,O:1:+ Gasket-Intake 358 697191 Gasket Set-Engine

53 690227 Stud(Carburetor) 363 19203 Ftywheel Puller

54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold) 383 69838 Wrench-SparkPtug

73 697133 Screen-Rotating RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

74 697897 Screw (Rotating Screen) High Speed: 3000-3200

75 690582 Washer(Flywheel)

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

78 691003 Screw (F}ywheelGuard) _ Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

89 690263 Plug-Oil

93 690602 O Bushing-Throttle Shaft 121

94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture _ Includedin Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No. 977

95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) + Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed

104 690525 _ Pin-FloatHinge NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

105 231855 (a Valve-F|oatNeedle 1 ir_h=25.4rnm

106 690577 O Seat-Inlet

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

404 691691 Washer(GovernorCrank) 876 495877

431 697122 Elbow-Intake 896 691641

445 697634 Filter-AirCleanerCadridge 914 690960

462 691261 Washer(StarterCable) 943 690589

474 696459 Altemator 947 694393

503 691532 Strap-Starter 950 691657

505 691251 Nut (GovernorControl Lever) 965 499613

510 693699 Drive-Starter 967 697015

510A 497606 Drive-Starter 968 697446

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 975 495933

523 697086 Dipstick 977 690192

524 691032 • SeaI-DipstickTube 987 691326

525 697184 Tube-Dipstick 1005 697111

544 692034 Starter-Armature 1017 690770

544A 390837 Starter-Armature 1019 697143

552 697144 Bushing-GovemorCrenk 1022 272475

562 691119 Bolt (GovernorControlLever) 1023 692492

579 691029 Nut(StarterCable) 1024 499054

584 597112 Cover-BreatherPassage 1026 692003

601 95162 Clamp-Hoee 692011

614 691620 Pin-Cotter 1027 492932

616 692012 Crank-Govemor 1029 691751

617 692138 _.SeaI-ORing(IntakeManifold) 1034 690822

634 690801 O Spring/SealAssembly(Manual 1035 693784

Choke) 1036 695700

634A 690802 O Spring/SealAssembly(Choke 1044 691658

A Matic) 1051 691265

635 691909 Boot-SparkPlug 1058 275038

643 697417 Retainer-AirFilter 1070 690372

654 690958 Nut(Carburetor) 1083 691626

691 692407 • SeaI-GovemorShaft 1083A690958

697 690372 Screw(DriveCap) 1090 691293

718 690959 Pin-Locating 1091 691333

729 691224 Clip-Wire 1095 690190

741 697128 Gear-Timing 1119 691183

750 691033 Screw(OilPumpCover) 1263 697124

757 697607 Link-Counterweight 1264 697104

758 697134 Counterweight 1265 697125

759 697392 Pin-Counterweight 1266 691917

783 693713 Gear-Pinion 1266A697123

783A 693059 Gear-Pinion 1267 697662.

789 695050 Harness-Wiring 1270 697156

797 693167 Nut(BrushRetainer) 1279 69(3960

801 691283 Cap-Drive

801A 394856 Cap-Drive

802 691286 Cap-Eod

802A 395537 Cap-End

803 693757 Housing-Starter

803A 398159 Housing-Starter

830 691095 Stud (RockerArm)

842 691031 • SeaI-ORing(DipstiokTube)

847 697611 Dipstick/TubeAssembly

B51 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug

868 690968 -+ Seal-Valve

Kit-PinionSpring

Pin-Drive Retainer

Screw (Rocker Cover)

• SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover)

Solenoid-Fuel

Screw (Float Bowl)

Cover-Oil Pump

Filter-Pre Cleaner

Cover-Air Cleaner

BowI-Roat

GasketSet-Carburetor

O Seal-ThrottleShaft

Fan-Flywheel

Screen-OilPump

Kit-Label

_- Gasket-Rocker Cover

Cover-RockerArm

Pump-Oil

Rod-Push(Intake)

Rod-Push(Exhaust)

Filter-Oil

Arm-Rocker

Guide-Push Rod

Shaft-Pump

Label-Emission

Screw(Rywheel)

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

Screw(FlywheelFan)

Nut(StarterTerminal)

Retainer-Brash

Cap-Limitar

Gasket Set-Valve

Screw(Alternator)

Reed-Breather

Screw(BreatherReed)

Support-B]owerHousing

•0 SeaI-O Ring(Intake Elbow)

SeaI-O Ring(Intake Elbow)

Latch-BlowerHousing

Plug-AVSCounterweight

Screw(BlowerHousing

Support)

RPM Settings: LowSpeod: 1900-2100

High Speed:3000-3200

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

Includedin Carburetor Overhaul Kit,Key. No.

121

:_ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

977

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set. Key. No. 1095

NOTE: All component dimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

_ ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow

slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent

tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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