Craftsman 917271121 42" 16.5-hp electric start automatic User Manual

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16.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.2-7-i_2-1

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

_-Read and folloW all

Safety Rules a_l Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to yourquestions

aboutthis product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Une

5 am- 5 prrkMon- Sat

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

Service and Adjustments..................... .23

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

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

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

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

:LIMEE!_ TWO Y=_R. WAR__, ._.. FTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For-two_(2) years from th_-dai_ _(_U'FI_, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main-

:c,:;;;_-, _'__'_..'___-'___-_h,n,_'t:,_ a(R:difdi_(_:tb the instructions in the owner's manual,

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

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:.

-.• Expe[tdablp_jtems which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

• Riding equipment used for commemial or rental purposes.

LIMIT-Ei_,:9-0-1_,YWARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-

tery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty

service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from

the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the

date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip-

ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail-

able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This

warranty applies only while this product is in the United States;This Warranty gives you

specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to

state. : '

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

GENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manUal and on the machine

before starting. _-

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to op6rate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown, by the blade.

• Bes_ the area is clear of other people

befot_ i_ow_'ng. Stop machine if anyone

-:e13_ tl_. area.

• Never carry passengers.

• DQnot mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary.Always look dc)wnand

behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion 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 tuming.

• Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

Jm ofM:l_ades when not mowing.

top engine before removinggrass

_tcher or unclogging chute.

i_w only in daylight or good artif_:ial

;]hL

o not operate the machine while under

le influence of alcohol or drugs.

°atch for traffic when operating near or

•ossing roadways.

se extra care when Ioadingor unload-

g the machine into a trailer or truck.

3PE_:_PERATION

are a major factor related to Ioss-

;ontrol and tipover accidents, which

result in severe injury or death. All

_es require extra caution. If you cannot

-k up the,slope.or if.y_u feel uneasy on

i_ not mow it.

): .

,,low up and down slopes, not across.

:lemove obstacles such as rocks, tree

imbs, etc.

Vatch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

_=rraincould overtum the machine. Tall

_]rass can hide obstacles.

Jse slov_,TCh0ose a low gear so

CHILDREN i

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

respons_le adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if chndren

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down forsmall children.

• Never carry children.They mayfall off

and be seriouslyinjuredor interfere with

safe machine operation.

• Never allowchildrento operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs,trees, or other objects

that mayobscurevision.

SERVICE

• Use extra care in handlinggasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

:hatyou will not have to stop pr shift " Never remove gas cap or add fuel

Nhile on the slope, with the engine running.Allow en-

Follow the manufacturer's recommen- gine to cool before refueling. Do not

:rationsfor wheel weights or counter-

Neightsto improve stability, smoke.

_Jseextra care with grass catchers or - Never r

- Never.,

_ther attachments. These carl change

shestability of the machine, contain

open fl;

Keep all movement onthe slopes slow N er run

and gradual. Do not make sudden

area.

::hangesin speed or direction. • Keep nuts and bolts, especiallyblade

_,voidstarting or stoppingon a slope. If

_ireslose traction, disengage the blades attachmentbolts,tight and keep equip

_d-proceed slowlystraight down the ment in goodcondition.

• Never .tamperwithsafety devices.

:,lope. Check their proper.Dperationregularly.

_NOT:" ...... • Keep mdchinefree ofgrass, leaves, or

other debris build-up.Clean oil orfuel

Never refuelthe machine indoors.

Never storethe machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

shestability of the machine.

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine insidea closed

Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, tum slowly and gPadually spillage.Allow machine to cool before

:fownhiil, if possible.

Oo notrr_ow near drol>offs, ditches, or

.=mbankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

_dge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

:aves In.

Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

:raction could cause sliding.

Do not try to stabilize the machine by

_utting your foot on the ground.

_)o not use grass catcher on steep

_loDe_.

storing.. "

Stop ar_i inspect the equipment it.you

strike an object.Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairswith

the engine running.

Grass catcher componentsare subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

whichcould expose movingparts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturers recommended parts,

when necessary.

Mo_e? blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra cautionwhen servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area isclear of otherpeople

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do notmow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary.Atways look down and

behind beforeand while backing.

• Neverca_--ryc-hiicken.They may fall off

and be seriously injuredor 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 _d 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.

,_Look forthis symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TIONI!! BECOME AWAREI!! YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

,_CAUTiON: In order to prevent acciden-

"tal sta:rtir_gwhen setting:up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire andplace wire where

_ it cannot contact spark plug.

• Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps. Uneven

terrain couldoverturnthe machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slowspeed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stopor shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid startingorstoppingon a slope. If

tires losefraction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straightdown the

slope.

• Do nottum onslopes unless nece.ssary,

and then, rum slowly and gradually

downhill,ifpossible.

_WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of Calif_)mia to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

__DUCT SPECIFICATIONS

_SOUNE 1.25GALLoNs '

)ACI't'_-._ _ UNLEADED

) TYPE: REGULAR -

_TYPE SAE 10W-30

=I-SF/SG/SH): (above32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below32°F)

. CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/O FILTER:3.5 PINTS

'ARK PLUG: ChampionRC12YC

:IOUND SPEED FORWARD: O- 5,5

_H): REVERSE: 0,2.4

:_EPRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSi

....... REAR.'-.10PSI

-IARGING

"STEM: 15AMPS @3600RPM

_'FrERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

LADE BQLT_._..... 27....-35FT.LBS.

3RQUE:..............

)NGRATULATIONS on your purchase

a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

;signed, engineered and manufactured

give you the best possible dependability

_dperformance.

_ouldyou experience any problem you

Lnnoteasily remedy, please contactyour

;arest Sears Authorized Service Center.

e have competent, well-trained techni-

cs and the proper tools to service or

pail-this tractor.

ease read and retain this manual. The

_-'lmctionsWill enable you to assemble

_dmaintain your tractor propedy.Always

_servethe =SAFETY RULES'.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product.Contact your nearest

Sears store fordet=ls.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regularschedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Followthe instructionsunder "Mainte-

nance"and "Storage"sections ofthis

owner's manual.

,_WARNING: This tractor isequipped

with an internal combustionengine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-coveredor

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicablelocal orstate

laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used,it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of Californiathe above is

required by law (Section 4442 ofthe

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply onfederal lands. A spark

arrester forthe muffleris available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

I "NI" I

-_- - PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) He'xBolt

3/8-16 x I

(1) Lockwasher

3/8

(1) Hex Bolt

5116-18x 1-1/4

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

(1) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

.... (1) Washer

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

(1) Knob

(2) Hex Bolts 114-20x 3/4 (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20 jv_,,_"_

(2) Washers (2) Lock Washers 114

9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge __ _

PARTS BAG,CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(2) Weld Nuts

--.--- - #10

(2) Screws /_ (2) Lock

#10 x 5/8 _ Washers #10

J_ (2)Washers

3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contentsnot shownfull size

Seat "

Video

\ \ F--_--._ J J Mulcher

"____/ Plate

Steering Wheel

__lDi'

Manual

(_ (2) Washers 3/8

(2) Shoulder x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Bolts 0

(2) CentedOCkNuts

J]_ (2) Gauge Wheels

SteeringWheel

Adapter C "_, ,

(.) (2) Latch Hook

Assemblies

Steering (2) Keys

Wheel Insert

Parts Bag

SlopeSheet

Steering

Extension

Shaft

.__

Your_pew_tractor has been _Lssembled at the factory with 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 wrenchset will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16"wrench

(2)-/_7/1_ wrenches

(2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Umy knife

(1)Pliers

(1) 3/4" Socket w/

drive rachet

(1) PhillipsScrew-

driver

(1) Tire pressure

gauge

Wher_right-orJeft hand ;s mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• FLemo.ye_all_accessible loose parts and

parts-boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND •

_BOOT

;, Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten-

sion and lower shafts and install 5/16

hex bolt and Iocknut.-:[ighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure-

ly to t_8-22 ft. Ibs. torque.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and.push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

• Slide steering wheel adapter onto steer-

ing shaft extension.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars

-a_ontal (left to right) and slide

. iB_le l:_ot and onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

Insert

SHexBo.

I'._l _3/8 Lockwasher

I "_" I _ Lar e Ra"

Steering _ Steering

Wheel

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

._W TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

)NNECT BATTERY.'_

'ositive

CAU'I_N: Do not short battery termi-

is by allowing a wrench or any other

_jectto contact both terminals at the

=metime. Before connecting battery, re-

)ve metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

gs, etc. Positive terminal must be con-

,cted first to prevent sparking fr0m acci-

;ntal grounding.

:lemove cardboard packing from seat

_an and lift seat pan to raised position.

3perLbattQry box door and remove pro-

tectiVe- plastic.

Remove terminal protective caps and

discard.

If this battery is put into service after

month and_ye_ar,j ndicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps.

First connect RED battery cable to posi-

tive (+) terminal with hex bolt, flat wash-

er, lock washer and hex nut as shown.

Tighten securely.

Connect-Bt:AGl_:g_rounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining hex

bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex

nut. Tighten securely.

Close battery box door. Open battery

box door for:.

• Inspection for secure connections

(to tighten hardware).

Inspection for corrosion.

Testing battery.

Jumping (if required).

Periodic charging.

DiscardTerminal

ProctectiveCaps

Lock Washer "

Fiat Washer

I:lexBolt

Negative

(Black)

Seat Par

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

Seat

Seat Pan

Shoulder

• Bolt

Flat Washer

AdjustmentKnob

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The fireson your tractorwere overinflated

at the factory forshippingpurposes.

Correcttire pressure isimportantfor best

cuttingperformance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page

5 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 Adjust.ments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts in

the Service and Adjustments sectoin of

this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

Door

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM "

After you leant how to operate your trac-

tor, check+tosee thatthe brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting weld nut from the top

with hook pointing down.

• T-lght_n hardware securely.

• Raise-and hold deflector shield in up

right position.

• Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

plac_e,.as_sb.owp_._

• Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

,_CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to re_s_tor_t_l_e 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 designe_d

for discharging and bagging also.

Weld Nut From

The Top

Lock

Weld Washer

Latch

Washer

Mulcher

Plate

Screw

Deflector

Shield

HookP_n_

Down

Latch

Hook

Nut

Lock Washer

Washer

Latch

Hooks

F..aSU!aAUaeW,m.S TO

_)WER DECK =;-

i'mgauge wh_eels are designed tO.keep

e mower deck in proper positionwhen

_erating mower. Be sure they are proper-

adjustedto ensure optimummower per-

)finance.

Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on

-a flat level surface.

Adjustmower to desired cuttingheight

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section ofthis

manual).

Wit_er in desired height of cut po-

sition, gauge wheels shouldbe assem-

bled so they are slightlyoff the ground.

Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole

.with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-

16 Iocl_Ot-_h_d-ti_h-t_nsecurely.

Repeat for opposite side installing

gaug_ wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheel

Bracket \

'J8-16

-3/8-16 Washer

e Wheel

v' CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

v' All assembly instructions have been

completed.

v' No remaining loose parts in carton.

v' Battery is properlyprepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hourat 6 amps).

v" Seat is adjustedcomfortablyand

tightened securely.

V' All tires are properly inflated.(For

shippingpurposes,the tires were

ovednflated at the factory).

v' Be sure mowerdeck isproperlyleveled

side-to-side/fmnt-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tiresmust be properlyinflated

for leveling).

v' Check mower and drivebelts.Be sure

they are muted properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

v' Check wiring.See that all connections

a.restillsecure and wires are properly

clamped.

v' Before drivingtractor,be sure free-

wheel controlis in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRA.CTOR, PAYEXTRAAT[ENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

/ Engine oil isat proper level.

•/ Fuel tank isfilled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls- their

locationand function. Operate them

before you startthe engine.

,/ Be sure brake system isin safe operat-

ing condition.

,/ It is importantto purge the transmission

before operatingyour tractorfor the first

time. Followproper startingand

transmissionpurginginstructions(See

=TOSTART ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

These symbolsmay appeaw;onyour 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 UGHTS ON

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

OVER TEMP I

UGHT

UNLOCKI=D MOWER UFT

N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT kEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Auton_=Mod_ orgy)

V YOUR TRACTOR

THIS OWNER'S _UAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

"FOR--"- -

are the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locationsof

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

Attachment Ignition

Clutch Lever Switch

Ught Switch

Position

Ammeter

Throttle/Choke

Con'trol-

Lift Lever

Plunger

Clutch/Brake

aight

djustment

_dicator

:ewheel..............

ntrol

Attachment

LiftLever

ParkingBrake

Motion

ControlLever

Approx.

Speed

2 MPH"

1 MPH

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

I I I

_,CHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to

tge the mower blades, or other attach-

s mounted to your tractor.

I_ SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

_ff.

OTTLF_JCHOKE coNT-ROL: Used to

ol engine speed.

TCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

_ching and braking the tractor and

ng the engine.

EWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages

:mission for pushing or slowly towing

,'actor..w!8,ldl_ e_jine off.

_HT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

;t th_ _er_:Jtting height.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the

speed and direction of the tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

UFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.,

IGNmON SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake pes_on.

I I I

The operation of any tractor can resultin foreigh objects thrownintothe

eyes, _hich canresult in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses

__or eye shields while operatingyour tractoror performing any adjustmentsOr

repairs.We recommend a wide visionsafety mask over the spectacles, or

standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

. presence sensing switch. When engine is

running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without firstsetting the

parking brake willshutoff the engine.

TO-SET-PARKING BRAKE

• D-epre_sclutch/brake pedal intofull

•BRAKE" positionand hold.

• Place parkingbrake lever in •EN-

GAGED" positionand release pressure

fromclutch/brak6pedal. Pedal should

remain in =BRAKE"position.Make sure

parking brake will holdtractor secure.

AttachmentClutch

Throttle/Choke Lever =Engaged'

Con_ol Position

=Disengaged'

"Brake" Parking Brake

/ Position

Motion

Pedal =Ddve" =Disengaged" Control

Position Position Lever

STOPPING

---MOWER BLADES -

• Tostop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutchLever to "blSENGAGED"

_ portion.

GROUND DRIVE -

• Tostop ground d-_ve,depress

clutch/brake pedal into full •BRAKE" po-

s'_on.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

portion.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

w rU .cl d e pedeJisdepressed.

ENGINE -

•-:M_ th_ttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle controlto

slowpositionand allowingengine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turnignitionkeyto•OFF" pesil_n and

removekey.Alwaysremovekeywhen

leavingtractortopreventu_ use,

• Never use choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Under certain conditionswhen

tractorisstanding idle with the engine run.

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility,always stop engine when

_t_pping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely,as described above, before leavinc

the operator'sposition,to empty grass

catcher,etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operatingengine at less than fullthrot-_

tie reduces the battery charging rate.

• Full throttleoffersthe best bagging and

mowerpdrformance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The directionand speed of movement is

controlled by the motioncontrol lever.

• Start tractorwith motioncontrol leverin

neutral(N) position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/brake

pedaL

• Slowlymove motioncontrol lever to '

desiredposition.

NOTE: The effortto move the motion co_

trolleverwill reduce after the firstfew

hoursof use.This is normal.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cuttingheight is controlledby turning

the I_ight adjustment knob in _lesired

direction.

•Tum knob clockwise (G) to raise cutting_

heighL

• "rum knob countemlockwise(0)to

lowercuttin(jheighL

The cuttingheight range is approximately

1-1/2" to4". The heights are measured

fromthe groundto the blade tip with the

engine notrunning. These heights are a€

proximateand may vary depending upon

soilconditions,height of grass and types

of grass being mowed. -- -

The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1t2__.inches during the

cool,sgason and to over 3 inches dudng

hot r_nths'. 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 rela-

tively high; the second to desired height.

"OOPERATE MOWER

'our tractor is equipped with an operator

_resence sensing switch. Any attempt by

;_e op_l'atOj"to leave the seat with the

._nginerunning and the attachment clutch

._ngaged will shut off the engine.

Select desired height of cut.

. Lower mower with attachment lift con-

-trol. - .............

Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment 'clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

,_ge attachment clutch control.

AUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers_s0_eP__uip.ped, or the discharge

guard in-place: ......

Attachment Clutch

Lever "Engaged"

Attachmer_tLift

Lever High Position

"Disengaged"

Low

Position

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 provided at the l_ack of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If sto_ is a_'s'olutely necessary, push

c!utcl_brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion'_J?_ler_jage parking brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling position.

Freewheel control is located at the rear

drawbar of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• Pull freewheel control knob out and hold

ih position by inserting retainer spring

into forward hole of control rod.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when

transporting your tractor on a truck or a

trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured

to tractor. Use an appropriate means of

tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow on!y the attachments that are recom-

mendedby and comply with spe(:.ifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy of

a load, whge on a slope, is dangerous.

"i]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.

• Check engine oilwith tractor on level

oDrogl

rid.

• On.read and o,6ncap/ep

wipe oil off. Reinsert the 0"_-tJck

ifitdthe tubeand rest og fillcap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube. Remove and read oil level. If nec-

essary, add oil until •FULL • mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Customer

Responsibgities section in this manual.

ADD GASOUNE '

• Fill fueltank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposit_,nd fe_Jce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

uantities that can be used within 30

ays to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in temper a-

tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

weather starting.

_Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohoi 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 emp-

tied 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 informa-

tion. Never use engine or carburetor

... cleaner.products in the_.fuel tank or perma-

nt damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

_ spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run Out of fuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the

bansmission engaged position.

• Sitj:_g_eat,_:_operating position,

_epr_ss a_ch/brake pedal and set

gii_ng_rake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

"'111.

• Move attachment dutch to =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and tum 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, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ='F and

above)

• When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow itto warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and

below)

• When engine starts, allow engine to run

with the throttle control in the choke

position uhtil the engine runs roughly,

then move throttle control to fast posi-

tion. This may require an engine warm-

up period from several seconds to sev-

eral minutes, depending on the temper-

ature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before drivingthe unitin cold weather,

the transmissionshould be warmed up

as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level _lround.

• Place the motion control lever m neutral.

Release the parking brake and let the

clutch/brake slowly return to operating

position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed Up.

NOTE: At a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the cmburetor fuel mixture may need to be

adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

'.URGETRANSMISSION

CAUTION:Neverengageordisen-

agefraewheel lever while the engine is

inning.

b ensure proper operation andperfor-

_ance, it is recommended that the trans-

mission be purged before operating tractor

_r the first time. This procedure will

_move any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

;hipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

'equire removal for service or replace-

Tlent;_t should be purged after reinstalla-

"onbefore operating the tractor.

Place tractor safely on level surface with

engine off and parking brake set.

. Disengage transmission by placing free-

-wheel d-o-n'tT6f'i'firf_e-€wheeling position

(See =TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

tle control to slow position. With motion

control lever in neutral (N) position,

slowly_di__sengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Move-metion eentrol lever to full forward

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Move lever to full reverse position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be

no movement of drive wheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulic drive sys-

tem.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

osition. Shut off engine and set parking

rake.

• Engage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in driving position (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in this section of

"-manual). ....

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is runni_ig, move throt-

tle control to half (1/2) speed. With

- motion control lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion, siowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

• Slowly move motion'control lever for-

ward; after the tractor moves approxi-

mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion

control lever to reverse position. After

the tractor moves approximately five (5)

feet return the motion control lever to

the neutral (N) position. Repeat this pro-

cedu_g,_Jth .U_-motion control lever

thr_e (3_-tim_. . .

• Yo_cto_is now purged and reaoy ;or

norm-dT'ope-Tation.

MOWING TIPS

• "life chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

• 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 been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distn'bu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cut-

ting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turn-

ing to the right so that clippings will dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-

ways, 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

niowed twice to reduce load and possi-

ble fire hazard from dried clippings.

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 unde-

sirable 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 se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best 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 i:_formance of the at-

tachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

mPORTAN'r'.Forbestperformance,keep

mower housing free of bu_-up grass and

tra_-T'f.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 recut-

_--ting.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

aftemoon.-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 cut-

ting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

_n-_rm-o_v_-o.wly.

• Certain types of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to

the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattem 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.

:USTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE 3ERVICE DATES

c_ o_o_ V' I,"

Check T'wePressure V' li_

Check Operator Presence and

_ Loo_F,=,_,re I/ V', V'

==ry v'.

R c_an BatteryandTem_ina_mecharge I/

Check Transaxle Cooling V'

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension llk/s

Adi.stMo"t__D_,aa#Lt(p)T_s_ V',

Check Engine Oil Level _

HE Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

.9 1 Inspect Muffk_r/Spark Attester .

N Replace Oil FHter (If equipped) j I¢_1.=

Clean Engine Coolir_gFins [tb/e

Replace.Spa_P.lug .. _ q5_

Rep_ce--Air_'l_te'rPal_er Cartridge ,fieF2

Replace Fuel Filter ' tf

2 - Se_.4 m_e olt_ whon ol_ra_g In d_ty_r dusty_

4 - P,_:dae_bla_m mu_'eoltenvd_ movdr_ In uandya_l.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

_tems 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 pedodi-

;all_ to properly maintain your tractor.

_,11adjustments in the Service and

_ustm_nfi section of this"manual should

3e checked at least once eoch season.

' Once a year you should r_place the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

_checklblades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean.air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixtur'e and help your

engine run better and last longer.

_EFORE EACH USE

' Check engine oil level.

' Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

' Ches_or=presence and interlock

systems for proper operation.

' Chei_r Io_se fasteners.

s -Not r_p..dmdII _p.dp,p_a wtm_h'_ ba,_.

7 *_ frc_t ax_ l_k_otbolt_ _ R.-Ib_ mmdmum.

LUBRICATION CHART

Zerk Zerk

0 FrontWheel

-'ront

Wheel

Beadng

Zerk

e Engine

Clutch "

Pivot(s) ; , ,

O 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 bear-ings_

Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt

that w'll shorten the life of the self-lubdcaUng

bearings. If you f.eel they must be lubricated,

use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubri-

cant sparingly. _ -

TRACTOR

Always obsewe safety rules when per-

forming any maintbnance. •

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See

=TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in alltires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

• --onpage 5 ofthis manual).

Keel5 tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicalswhich canharm rub-

ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects_md-othel"hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire puncturesand prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your localparts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rotand corrosion.

BLADIE C..ABE _

For bes-rresolts mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to allow

access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

fiat washer in exact order as shown.

Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.

to..m.,ue). .....

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated. --.

Blad___,_ Mandrel

- Assembly

Flat Was _" Trailing

Edge Up

Lock W_er_--__J

Hex Bolt (Grade 8)_j_

*A Grade 8 heat treated boltcan be

identified by sixlineson the bolthead.

1"OSHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

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 it is on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

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 onto 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 hori-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy

end until the blade is balanced.

Center Hole

5/'8"BoR

or Pin

Blade

BATTERY

Your tractorhas a batterychargingsystem

whichis sufficientfor normal use. Howev-

er, periodicchargingofthe battery withan

automotivecharger willextend itslife.

• Keep battery and terminalsclean.

• Keep battery-boltstight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.

NOTE: The originalequipment batteryon

your;tractoris maintenancefree. Do not

attemptto open or removecai_sor covers.

Addingor checking levelof electrolyteis

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry. " ---

Clean terminals an8battery cable ends

with_"re brush untilbright.

Coat terminals with grease orpetroleum

jelly.

Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BAT-

TERY" in the Assembly section ofthis

manual).

-BELTS

"heck V-belts for deterioration and wear

Lfter 100 hours of operation and replace if

lecessa_ry_The belts are not adjustable.

epla'¢ebelts if they begin to slip from

_eaL

"RANSAXLE COOLING

"hetransmissionfan and cooling fins

;houldbe-keprcleatt tOassure proper

-ooling.

_)onotdttempt to clean fan or transmis-

;ionwhile engine is runningor while the

•ansmission is hot.

Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

• Inspect coolin9 fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings_d-_-t;h_'-rnaterials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sp.(ayerto

clean cooling fins.

rRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

_nd fluid maintenance is not reqiJiredfor

_.helifeof the transaxle. Should the

_ransaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

3enter.

EN_GINE

LUBRICATION

_Llly use high quality detergent oilrated

NithAPI service classificationSF, SG, or

;H. Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade

_ccording to your expected operating tem-

)erature.:_ .i

SAE VISCO61TYGRADES

• . . , , , .

TEMPER_lrtmE_ N/TIClPATEDBEFORENEXTOILOtk,_E

3hange the onafter every 50 hours of

)Peratioo,,.cjr_-_tleasLonce a year ifthe

ractor'isnot used for 50 hours in one

pear;-'

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and alter each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oilfill cap/dip-

stick 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, SG, or SH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

- Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oHfill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of

this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstick into the

tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube.

Do not thread the cap onto the tube

when taking reading. Keep oil at

"FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

AirCleaner Knob

Cover Nut

Foam

Pre-Cleane_ Grommet

Air Cleaner

Oil Fill

Paper

Cartridge

Drain Rug

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to preventengine damage from over-

heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-

pressed airto remove dirtand stubborn

dried gumfibers. _ -

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOUNG AREAS

To insure proper _._ng, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling.fins, and/or cooling shrouds re-

mOved_Nill cause engine damage due to

overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air-fitter.-Ctean 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.

= Remove knob and cover.

• Re_i_-v_-g nut and air cleaner from

base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cafffidge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it

to dry.

,; Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

-o Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car-

tridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will damage

the cartridge. :.

• Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartridge.

• Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover

and tighten kno_ securely.

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.

• Drain oil from engine crankcase (See

"TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL • in this sec-

.6oJ_th_.._anual, through step remove

drain Dlua_.

• Remove oil filter and wipe off filter

adapter.

• Apply a thin coating of new engine oilto

the rubber gasket on replacement oil fil-

ter.

• Install replacement oil filter on filter

adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until

rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter,

then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn.

OIL FILTER

• Fillcrankcase with new oil (See "TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in thissection

ofthis manual). For approximate capac-

itysee =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

onpage 3 of this manual.

• Staff the engine and check for oil leaks.

Correct any leaks before placing engine

intofull operation.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded mufflerand

spark arrester (if equipped) as itcouldcre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginnir_gof

each mowing season or after every 100

hoursof operation,whichever occursfirst,

Spark plugtype.and gap setting are

shown in•PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

onpage 5 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The:fuel filtershould be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carbure-

tor,replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

• Place new fuel filter in positionin fuel

linewith arrow pointingtowards carbu-

retor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clam.ps are properly positioned.

3LEANING

Clean engine, battery,seat, finish, etc.

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finishedsurfaces and wheels free

ofall gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect paintedsurfaces with automo-

tivetype wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unlessthe elec-

tricalsystem, muffler,air filter and carbure-

torare covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can resultin a shortened engine

life.

4kCAUTION: Before performingany service oradjustments:

• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parkingbrake.

• Place motioncontrollever in neutral(N) position.

• Place attachment clutchin "DISENGAGED" position.

;• Turn ignition key-"OFF" and remove key.

• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completelystopped.

• Disconnect spark plugwire from spark plugand place wirewhere itcannot come

in contact with plug.

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

rightside-of-tractor.

, Place-a-tt'_elTm=eritclutchin "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move" attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Disconnect clutch rod from clutchlever

by removing retainer spring.

• Di_connect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

• Disconnectfront linksfrom deck by

removingretainer springs.

• Raise liftlever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mowerdeck isto be mounted on the

tractor,remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

• Raise attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

• Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to fight side of tractor.

• Lowerliftlever to its lowest position.

• Installmower in reverse order of

removalinstructions.

Suspension

Arms

Clutch

Retainer

Spring

'Front

Unk

Retainer

Spring

AntJ-Swaybar

Retainer Springs

(BothSkies)

Springs

(BothSkies)

TO LEVEL MowER HOUSING

Adjust the mowe¢.wh,e tractor is parked

on level ground or drivewa_ Make sure

tireS_repropeiJy inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS'). Iftires 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" ofeach other.

• i:__adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment 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 adjusting.

Bottom Bottom

of CudI_ f Cud

Suspension

Arm

Uft Unk AdjustmentNut

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 rdar 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-

-. rne=_, check that both front links are

_al in length. Both links should be

- "-mppro_mately 10-3/8".

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts =_

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

• When distance '1:)"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.

Mandrel

_|-u -u |

Both FrontLinks Should be Equalin Length

Nut "H"

"G"

Trunnion

... Front Unks

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT (See Illustration Next Page)

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

• Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

3ELTINSTALLATION -

Install new belt inreverse order of

remevaL _

Make sure belt is in all pulleygrooves

Mandrel

Pulley

and inside all belt guides.

• Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Idler

Mandrel

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est ge_r,_the_bJ:ake must be adjusted.

• DepresS--clotcWbrake pedal and engage

parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut •A • on brake rod.

• If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and turn nut •A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16 •. Retighten jam nut

against nut •A•.

• 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 necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center/depadment

With Parking Brake =Engaged"

ut'A"

Arm

Do Not l this nut. Iffurther brake adjust-

me_ _"*

contactyournearestautho-

rizedservicecenterldepartment

TO. REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottomside

of I_ftfootrest.

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER • inthis section of this manual.)

• Remove belt from stationaryidler and

clutchingidler.

• Pull belt slacktoward rear oftractor.

Carefully remove belt upwardsfrom

transmissioninput pulleyand over.cool-

ing fan blades.

• Pull belt toward front oftractor and

remove downwardfrom around engine

pulley.

• Install new belt by reversingabove pro-

cedure.

"4"

Engine

Pulley

ClutchingIdler

.o.

StationaryIdler-_.

Transmission

Input Pulley_

--,.-_0 ¸

TO ADJUST MO11_ONCONTROL LEVER

The motion control lever has been preset

at the:'f_ctory andadjustment should not

be necessary.

If for any reason the motioncontrollever

willnot hold its positionwhile at a selected

speed, it may be adjusted at the friction

pack located on the rightside oftransmis-

sion. "°

• Park tractor onlevel surface. Stop trac-

tor by tuming ignitionkey to "OFF" posi-

tion, and engage parkingbrake.

• Adjustmotion controllever by tightening

adjustn_entIocknutone half (1/2) tum.

NOTE: Iffor any reason the effortto move

the motioncontrollever becon_estoo

excessive, reverse the above adjustment

:procedureby IcLoseningIocknut114to 112

turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and

repeat procedure if necessary,

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal

for serv.ic_Q,o_rLep_lacement, it should be

purge-d-a_br-re-lr_stallation and before

operating the tractor. See =PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section

of this manual.

Adjustment

Locknut

TOADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-.

MENT _.

If steering wheel crossbars are not hori-

zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi-

tioned straight forward, remove steering

wheel and reassemble per instructions in

the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjd.s"_'_e 6_6ur tractor. If damage has

o.c_d _ affect the front wheel toe-in or

_amlSer, C_ntact your nearest authorized

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only:,align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

• ring Securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. "l]re sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Ring k

Axle Cover

"_ Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK

BATi'ERY

_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear-eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. If _jumper

cables" are useC.for emergency starting,

follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. D6 not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to

the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

Connecttheotherend of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away_from fuel tank and battery..

"O REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

:)RDER -

Remove BLACK cable first from chassis

and then from the fully charged battery.

Remove RED cable last from both bat-

-teries.

PositiveTerminal

Negative Terminal

Headlight

Wire

Connector

Battery

PositiveTerminat- Negative Terminal

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

• Replace bulb inholder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the

backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre-

vent it from starting.

t- Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia-

gram in the Repair Parts section of this

manual, "-

_TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp..,automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse-holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sid_sr-tJb-towa_d engine and lift off of

tractor;

• To ]_ac_.reverse above procedures.

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe

emission controldevices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any non-

road engine repair establishmentor indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

form.ed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttlecontrol has been presetat the

factory and adjustmentshould not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before looseningcable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

• W'_hengine not running,move throttle

controllever from slow to choke posi-

tion.Slowly move lever from choketo

fast position.

• Check to see if hole inthrottlelever and

hole in speed controlbracket are

aligned.

• If holes are not aligned, loosen cable

clamp screw an..d.alignthe holesby

insertinga pencil or a 1/4" drillbit

throughboth holes.

• Pullthrottle cable upto remove slack

and.tighten cable clamp screw. Remove

alignmentpencil or drillbit.

Cable

Screw

Speed Control

Bracket

Throttfe-Eever

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the fac-

tory and adjjustme_tshould not be neces-

sary.--However,minor adjustment may be

required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load: If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:

In general, turningthe adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel

to the engine givinga leaner fueVair mix-

ture. Turningthe adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise)increases the supplyof

fuelto the engine givinga richerfuel/air

mFxt_Jre_

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and

the seats in carburetor may result ifnee-

dle isturned in too tight.

NOTE:-Tri_'carbO_etOr onthis engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limitsallowed by the cap. Do notattempt

to remove the limitercap. The limitercap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

• B_--SrJ-reT-y_:d-havea clean air filter and

the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see above).

- Start engine and allow to warm forfive

minutes. Make adjustments with engine

running and shift/motion controllever in

neutral (N) position.

• Idle speed settina - With throttlecontr.ol

lever in slow position,engine should

idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too

slow or fast, tum idle speed adjusting

screw in or out untilcorrect idle is at- '

- tained.

• Idle fuel needle settina - With throttle

control lever in slow position,turn idle

fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise)

untilengine begins to-die and then tum

out (counterclockwise) until engine runs

rough. Turn needle to a point midway

between those _.twopositions.

• Recheck idle sp_ed. Readjust ifneces:

sary.

ACCELERA'I;ION TEST-

• Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hes'dates or dies,

turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (coun-

terclockwise) 1/8 tum. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest AUTHO-

RIZED service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

Adjusting

Screw

Idle Fuel

Needle

_mediately prepare your tractorfor stor-

age at the end of the season orifthe trac-

erwill not be used for 30 days or more.

ACAUTION: Never store the tractorwith

3asoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to coolbefore stor-

ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storages.T_is will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING"

• in the Majnt_enance- section of this man-

ual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

• Be sureJha_t all _quts, bolts and screws

are s_:u-_eFy F'a-slened.Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur-

faces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• A_ter a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

=TO CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMI-

"" NALS" Fn the Maintenar_be section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cal_Ies disconnect-

ed 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 s.ystem-@arts_uch as carburetor, fuel

filter, fu__el'hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience ind'mates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products 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 sta-

bilizer 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 carbure-

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-

tor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with enginewarm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE-"in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug

hole(s) into cylinder(s).

• Turn ignition key to =START" position for

a few seconds to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if it starts to

rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will

cause problems.

• If possib!e, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protec-

tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PR.OBLEM

W_ll-notstart

Hard to start

Engine willnot turn

over

Engine clicksbut will

not start

Loss of power

CAUSE

- Outof fuel.

• Engine not'CHOKED" prop-

edy.

• Engine flooded.

• Bad sparkplug.

• Dirtyair filter.

• Dirtyfuelfilter.

• Water in fuel.

• Looseor damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out ofadjust-

ment.

• Dirty air filter.

• Badspark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Enginevalves out of adjust-

ment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

• Attachment clutchisengaged.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Blownfuse.

• Corrodedbattery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faultyignitions_tch.

• Faultysolenoidor starter.

• Faultyoperatorpresence

switch(es).

• Weak or dead battery.

• Corrodedbattery terminals.

• Looseor damaged wiring.::

• Faultysolenoidor starter.

• Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

• Throttlein "CHOKE" position.

• Build-upofgrass, leaves and

trashunder mower.

o Dirtyair filter.

• Lowoil level/dirtyoil.

CORRECTION

• Fill fuel tank.

• See "TO START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

• Wait several minutesbefore

attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drainfuel tank and carburetor,

refilltank with fresh

gasolineand replacefuel filter.

• Check all wiring.

• See "ToAdjust Carburetor"in

Service and Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized service

center.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace spark plug.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refillwith

fresh gasoline.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"in

Service and Adjustments

section

• Contact an authorized service

"center.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

• Disengage attachment clutch.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignitionswitch.

o Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

- Cootact an authorized sen/ice

center.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check allwiring.

• Check/replace solenoidor

starter.

• Set in "HigherCut" posi-

Uon/reducaspeed.

• Adjustthrottle conlml.

• Clean undersideof mower

housing.

* .Clean/replace air filter.

• Check oil level/change oil.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM i_'; CAUSE CORRECTION

• Faultyspark plug' -' Clean and regap or change

• Dirtyfuel filter.

• Stale or dirtyfuel.

• Water in fuel.

• Spark plugwire loose.

Lo.,s_s_.fpower (Cont'd)

Excessive vibration

Engine continuesto

runwb__]_0_a_tor

leaves seat with at

tachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades willnot

rotate

Poor grass discharge

• Dirty engine air screen/fins.

• Dirty/dogged muffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetorout of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

• Faultyoperator-safety pres-

ence controlsystem.

• Worn, bent or looseblade.

• Mower deck not level.

• Buildupof grass,leaves, and

trash under mower.

- Bent blade mandrel.

• Clogged mower deck vent

holesfrom buildupof

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

- Obstructionindutch mecha-

nism.

=..Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

• Frozen idler pulley. .

• Frozen blade mandrel. "

• Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

- Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneventire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or looseblade.

spark plug.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refillwith

• fresh gasoline.

•. Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refilltank with fresh gasolineand

replacefuel filter.

• Connect and tighten spark plug

wire.

• Clean engine air screen/fins.

• Clean/replace muffler.

• Check all wiring.

• See "ToAdjust Carburetor"in

Service and Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorizedservice

center.

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s). Replace

damaged parts.

• Check wiring, switchesand con-

nections.If not

corrected, contact an authorized

service center/

department.

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

boll

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside ofmower hous-

ing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean aroundmandrels toopen

vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower ddve belt.

• Replace idler pulley.:

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttlecontrolin "FAST"

position.

• Shin to slowerspeed.

• Allow grass to drybefore mow-

ing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for properair pres-

sure.

• Replace/sharpen blade."13ghten

blade bolt.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CORRECTION

.p°

PROBLEM -- iCAUSE

Po0_-_rass-discharge • Buildupof grass,leaves and

(cont'd) trash under mower.

He_llight(s) not work

ing (if s'oequipped)

Battery willnot charge

Loss ofdrive

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFP :.

• Mower drive belt worn.

• Blades improperlyinstalled.

• Improperblades used.

Clogged mower deck vent

holesfrom buildupof

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

• Switch is'OFP.

• Bu!b(s)bumed ouL

• Faultylightswitch.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blownfuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poorcable connections.

• Faultyregulator (ifso

equipped).

• Faultyalternator.

• Freewheel controlin=disen-

gaged"position.

• Motiondrive belt worn, dam-

aged or broken.

• Air trapped in transmission

duringshipment

or sewicing.

• Engine throttlecontrolnot set

at "SLOW" position for 30 sec-

ondsbefore stopping engine.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace mower drivebelL

• Reinstallblades sharpedge

down.

• Replace with bladeslistedin

thismanual.

• Clean around mandrels toopen

vent holes.

• Turn switch"ON'.

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace lightswitch.

• Check wiring andconnections.

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace altemator.

• Place freewheel controlin

"engaged"position.

• Replace motion drive belt.

• Purge transmission.

Move throttle control to=SLOW"

position and allowto idlefor 30

seconds before stopping

engine.

-iMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

RED

BATrERY

SOLENOID

AMMETER

(OPTIONAl.)

FUSE30 AMP. I

STARTER

CLUTCHI BRAKE

I .- (PEDALUP)

,---t---- '....

I I I

u--g-o,: c-T , , ,

I I .... I I I I

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BA'R'ERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE UGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE UGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

HEADUGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CUPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

3,3

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR. - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery12 Volt28 Amp

2 74760412 Bolt,HexHead 1/4-20uncx3/4

3 STD551025 Washer

4 STD551125 Washer

6 STD541025 Nut

8 156417 Case, BatteryMech Hinge

16. 161343 Switc_ InterlockN Opn/N Opn

19 STD551125 Washer, Lock

20 73350400 Nut, Hex,Jam 1/4-20 UNC

21 147430 Harness,Light Socket

(Includes4152J)

22 4152J Bulb, Light

24 4799J Cable, Battery,6 Gauge, Red, 11"

25 146147 Cable, Battery,6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire

26 108824X Fuse, 30 Amp

28 4207J Cable, Ground,6 Gauge. Black,12"

29 160784 Switch,PlungerNormalOp Olice

30 140301 Switch,Ignition

31 124211X Nut,Ign_on

32 141226 Cover,KeySwitch

33 109310)( Key,Ignition

40 161351 Harness.Ignition

41 71110408 Bolt,Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2

42 131563 Cover,Terminal,Red

43 145673 Solenoid

44 73640400 Nut KepsBIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC

45 121433X AmmeterRectangular6Amp

52 141940 Protect_n WireLoop

70 140426 HarnessEngine

81 109748X Relay Asm.

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

14_

3 /

38_ 39

.e-Oo

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 160392 ChassisAssembly

2 140356 Drawbar

3 17490612 Screw,Thd. RolL 3/8-16x3/4

4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x3/4 x 16 Gauge

5 155272 BumperHood/Dash

9 161917X013 Dash

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

11 155927 Panel,Dash,LH.

12 145660 Clip'13nnerrnanGdlleP/L

13 155936 Panel,Dash,R.H.

14 17490608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 144983X558 HoodAssembly

18 126938X BumperHood

25 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16 x12 Gauge

26 STD541437 Nut

28 145198X558 Grillew/ClipsMS-558

29 155217 Lens,Grille

30 151287X558 Fend/FtrestPntSTLTN HLD 558

31 139976 Bracket,FenderSupport

37 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2Tyt

38 139886 PivotBracketAssembly,LH.

39 139887 PivotBracketAssembly,R.H.

51 73800400 Nut Lockw/Insert 1/4-20 UNC

52 19091416 Washer 9/32xT/Sx16Ga.

53 145201 BracketGn'llePickolfLH

54 161464 ScrewHexWshd 8-18x7/8

55 145202 BracketGrillePicko#RH

57 STD522507 Bolt,Rn Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75

58 150127 DuctAir EnginePA.LT

60 72140606 Bolt RdhdSopk3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

64 154798 Dash LowerSTLT

74 73680600 Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

140 158418 BracketSuspensionFront

142 156095 Plate RetnfomementSTLT

143 154966 BracketSwaybar_

144 154207 BracketPntFootrestSTLT

145 156524 RJodpivot Chassis/Hood

-- 5479J Plug,Button

NOTE?All componentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 150071 TransaxleAssembly 66 154718

2 142431 Spring,Return,Brake 70 134683

3 143995 Pulley,Transaxle 71 140158

8 154792 RodShift HydroLT 72 19132012

10 76020416 PinCotter 1/8 x I CAD

16 73800500 NutLockHexW/Ins. 5/16-18 73 156347

Unc

18 74780616 BoltRnHex 3/8-16Uncx1 Gro 74 121199X

-"-- - 5 75 121749X

19" -'/38_o00 NutLockHexW/Wsh 3/8-16

Unc 76 .12000001

21 130564 Knob,Deluxe 1/2-13 77 123583X

22 145627 Rod,Brake Hydro 78 121748X

24 73350600 Nut,HexJam 3/8-16 Uric

25 106888X ....... S'piing,BrakeRod 81 156046

26 19131316 Washer

27 76020412 PinCotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD.

28 145204 ROd,ParkingBrake

29 124238X Cap, ParkingBrake

30 130807 Bracket,Transaxle

32 74760512 BoltHexHd 5/16-18Uncx3i4

34 155071 Shaft,Foot Pedal

35 120183X Bearing,Nylon

36 -__t._! 6-16---_-:-Washer

37 1572H Pin,Roll

38 123674X Pulley,Idler,Flat

39 74760644 Bolt

40 4470J Spacer,Split

41 154777 Keeper,BeltIdler

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12

Gauge

43 19111012 Washer 11/32x5/8x12Ga.

47 127783 Pulley,Idler,V-Groove

48 154407 BellcrankClutchGradDrw Stl

49 123205X Retainer,Belt

50 74760624 Bolt

51 73680600 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC

52 73680500 Nut,Crownlock 5/16.18 Unc

53 105710X Link,Clutch

55 105709X Spdng, Return,Clutch

55 .74760620 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x1-1/4

57 140294 V-Belt, GroundDrive

59 140312 Keeper,..CenterSpan

61 17490612 Screw'rh_rol. 3/8-16x3/4Ty.

62: 8883R Cover,Pedal

63 140186 Pulley,Engine

64 71170764 BoltHex 7/16.20 x4 Gr.5

65 10040700 Washer

82 123782X

83 19171216

84 161901

86 71208

87 19212016

88 12000008

89 158388

90 124346X

93 142564

94 140462

95 144643

96 4497H

97 140469

98 7351060O

100 19111216

102 141322

103 73940800

104 140156

105 71070516

106 74780520

116 72110510

144 19111016

145 74490540

146 74490536

147 74490524

o..

148 '159103

149 122052X

150 150935

151 19133210

DESCRIPTION

Keeper BeltEngineHydro

Keeper BeltEngine

StrapTon:lue LhHydro 18/20"

Washer 13/32 x1-1/4 x 12

Gauge

StrapTorqueRhHydro 18/20"

Spacer.Sp_it

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

Gauge

E-R|ng

Key,Square

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/6 x 16

Gauge

ShaftAsm. CrossHydro 20"

Tires

SpringTorsionT/A

Washer 17/32 x3/4 x 16 Ga.

Rod,Re I-lydro20""13res

Bushing _.

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

RingKlip #5304-62

Console, Shift

Nut Self-ThdWsh-hd 1/4Zinc

LineFuel Hydro4"

Fan, Hydro7"

ControlBypassHydro20"_res

RetainerSpring1" Zinc/Cad

Keeper Bolt RhHydro 0750.

18/20"

Nut KepsHex 3/8-16 Unc

Washer 11/32 x3/4 x 16Ga.

Washer Belhn'lle.501D x

1.50D

Nut HexJamToplock 114-20

Un|

Arm, ControlHydro

ScrewCap Hex 5/16x 18x 1

BoltRn Hex 5/16-18 Unc x 1-

114

BoltRdnd Sqneck 3/8-16 x

.... 1.25

Washer 11/32 x5/8 x 16 Ga.

BoltHex Rghd 5/16-18 Gr.5

BoltHex Rghd 5/16.18x2-1/4

BoltHex Flghd5/16-18x1-1/2

Spacer

SpacerRetainerPm Mower

BushingNylonCollered

Washer13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

NOTE: Allcomponentd=mensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1ir_h = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

STEERING ASSEMBLY

F.. I .

_°

$2 44

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

'TEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 156483

4 157473

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12O00O29

9 3366R

10 156438

11 STD551137

13 154779

_15- 73901000

17 156546

18 57079

19 124035X

20 126684X

22 71200410

23 127501

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133808

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

54 74780520

62 156594

63 STD523710

65 15_780

66 154404

67 74781044

68 154429

NOTE:

Steering Wheel

AxleAssemblySTMP DroppedSTL

Spindle Assembly,L.H.

SpindleAssembly,R.H,

Beadng,Race, Thrust,Hardened

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

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

Ring, Kiip

Bearing,SteeringColumn

DraglinkExtendedStamped

Washer,Lock

BeadngAxleSTLT/GT

Nut,Lock,Range 5/8-11UNC

ShaftAssembly,Steedng

Washer,Thrust .515x .750 x .033

Support,Shaft

Washer, Shim 1/4x 5/Bx .062

ScrewHex Socket 1/4-20x

PittmanShaftAssembly

Bracket,Steering

Bushing,Link,Drag

Gear,Sector

Washer 13/32 x7/8 x16 Gauge

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

Rod,Tie

Bushing,Steering

Screw

Insert,SteeringWheel

Washer 13/32 x2-3/8 x 8 Gauge

GripcoNut

Adaptor,SteeringWheel

Boot,SteeringShaft

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

ExtensionShaftSteedng LR.LT

Cap. SpindSe

Fdting,Grease

Nut LockHex w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC

BoltRn Hex 5/16-18 UNC x1-1/4

KitSteeringAsm Service

Bolt,FinHex 3/8-16 UNC x I Gr 5

SpacerAxle

BearingArm Pittman

Bolt,FinHex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4

Axle,Brace

All componentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE"

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

_" 101

I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

I Spark Arrester

4GINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 162156 Control,Throttle/Choke-

2 17720410 .Screw, HexHead,Thread Cutting

1/4-20 x 5/8

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

Model No.CV16-43513

4 159420 Muffler

13 12-O41-03 GasketKohierCV13-CV16.5

14 13280328 Nipple,Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2

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

16 STD551237 Washer

23 159880 Shield Brn/DbrGuard

29 137180 Arrestor,Spark

31 109202X Tank, Fuel

158990 Cap Assembly,Fuel Sears, Vented

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

35 17490512 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 3-ATyt

37 137040 Une, Fuel

38 ....... Plug,OilDrain

(OrderFromEngineManufacturer)

40 124028X Bushing,Snap,Fuel Une

44 17490412 Sorew,HexWasherHead, TIxl., Roll.

1/4-20 x 3/4

46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x7/8 x 16 Gauge

62. STD551131 Washer,Lock

77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x3/4 x 16Ga.

79 M740108025 BoltFlex

80 74760508 BoltHex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 1/2

81 128861 NutRange 114-20StarterNut

101 M73030800 Nut FlangeM8-1.25 Non-LKZink

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S.inches

1 inch_:.;25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

SEAT ASSEMBLY;-

IL4,

NO.

PART

NO.

140123

140551

-_STD523710

19131610

145006

STD541437

124181X

17490616

19131614

155925

120068X

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket,Pivot, Seat

B01t

Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge

Clip_-Push-lnHinged

Nut

Spdng, Seat

Screw,Thd., RolL 3/8-16 x 1

Washer 13/32 x I _14 Gauge

Pan, Seat EmbossQCK Conn.

KnobSeat

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12 121246X Bracket,SwitchMounting

13 121248X Bushing,Snap

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

15 134300 Spacer,Split 2.8x .88

16 121250X Spring

17 123976)( Locknut,Flange 1/4 Grade5

21 153236 Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18UNC

22 STD541431 Nut

24 19171912 Washer 17/32xl-3/16x12

Gauge

25 127018X Bolt,Shoulder5II6-18 x.62

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S.inches

1inch= 25.4 mm

ECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

".EY

qO.

PART

NO.

1 156811

3 1632(X}_

4 163202

6 133644

7 163263

8 163203

9 163204

10 156439

11 142341

DESCRIPTION

Decal,Oper.Instr.

_Decal,Hood,R.H.

Decal, Hood,LH.

Decal,CustomerMaintenance

Decal Dash Pnl Kohler

Decal Deck MowerEZ

Decal,Fender,Craltsman

Decal,FenderDanger

Decal,DrawbarCntrlMvt Hyd

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

12 146046

14 160396

16 138047

20 149516

21 163205

-- 138311

-- 154515

-- 154516

-- 165066

- - 165067

DESCRIPTION

Decal,V-BeltDriveSchematic

Decal,V-BeltSchematic

Decal, BatteryDiehard

Decal,BatteryDngr/PsnEng

Decal,FanderAuto Sears

Decal, LiltHandle

Pad Footrest.LHSTLT

Pad Foob'estP,HSTLT

OwneCsManual,English

Owners Manual,Spanish

NHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tim

2 65139 Stern,Valve

3 106222X Tire, Front

4 59904 Tube, FrontTire

(NotProvided,ServiceItem

o_)

5 10b'732X427 Rim, Front

6 278H F'_ng, Grease (FmntWheel

Orgy)

7 9040H Bearing,Flange(FrontWheel

o_)

8 106108X427 Rim.Rear

9 122082X Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, RearTire

{NotProvided,SePAceItem

Ody)

11 104757X Cap, Axle

- - 144334 Sealant,Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

LIFT ASSEMBLY_:

2524

20 20

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 LiftLever InnerWire Assembly

2 159471 ShaftAssembly,Lift

3 105767X Pin,Groove

4 12000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing,Nylon

7 125631X Grip,Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button,Plunger,Red

11 139865 Link,Uft, LH.

12 139866 Unk, Lift,R.H.

13 4939M RetainerSpring

15 127218 Unk, Front

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

17 130171 Trunnion

18 73680800 Nut Crownlock1/2-13UNC

19 139868 Arm, Suspension,Rear

20 163552 RetainerSpdng

23 110807X Nut Special

24 19131016 Washer 13/32x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

25 28761-1 Spring2-1/8"

26 76020308 PinCotter3/32-1/2

27 126971X RodAdjLift7inc

28 73350600 Nut FlexJam 3/8-16 unc

29 138057 KnobInfin3/8-16 uricBIkSym

30 150233 TrunnionInflnHeight

,.. 31 140302 Bearing,Pvt,LiftSpherical...

32 73540600 Nut,Crownlock3/8-24

49 145212 Nut Hex/LargeLock

50 110452X Nut PushPhos&On

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

MOWER DECK

lO5

106

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WER DECK

PART

NO.

I 144393

? STD533107

3 138017

138440

5 STD624008

5 130832

3 85O857

9 _1137

_) 140296

1 134149

2 129895

•3 137645

t4 128774

15 110485X

6 140329

t7 72110610

_8 72140505

19 132827

;0 159770

.>1 STD541431

'.2 134753. ....

:3 13126"/....

'.4 105304X

.>5 123713X

_.6 110452X

Z7 130968

_.8 19111016

131491

30 157722

]1 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34 STD533717

35 133835

_6 -131494

37 19131316

_ STD,_.37

rl 133551

_3 140o83

_4 14OO88

I._ ST1_624003

-6 137729

133944

_9 155066

i0 131340

;1 STD541410

_2 139888

;3 131845

i4 133943

;5 155046

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Mower Housing 56 122052X

Bolt 58 14O086

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 59 141043

Front 67 162113

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar 68 144200

RetainerSpdng 71 142427

Arm, Suspension,Rear 72 131870

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 73 127847

8 74 121748X

Washer,Lock

Washer,Hardened 75

Blade,Mulching 76

Boaring, Ball

ShaftAssembly,Mandrel, 77

Vented(IncludesKey Number 78

.6)- ....... 79

Housing,Mandrel,Vented 80

Bearing,Ball,Mandrel 81

Stripper,VentedMower Deck 82

Bolt, Carriage 3/6-16 x 1-1/4 83

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

Bolt, Shoulder 85

Baffle,Vortex 92

Nut Cmwnlock 5/16-18 UNC 101

StiffenerBracket 102

I_mckeLDeflector 103

Cap, Sleeve 104

Spdng,Torsion,Deflector 105

Nut,Push 106

Shield,Deflector 111

Washer 11/32 x5/8 x16 112

Gauge 113

Rod,Hinge 114

ScrewThd RollingWase Head 115

Washer,Spacer 116

Pulley,Mandrel 117

Nut,Toplock,Flanged 118

13oJt 119

Fastner,ChristmasTree 121

Pulley,Idler, Rat 128

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 129

Gauge

NutCrownlo_ 3/8-16 UNC 130

Rod,Pivot,with Nibs 131

ROd,Clutch, S_dary, with

N_s 132 19132203

Guard, Mandrel, LH. -::.

Retainer 141 6266H

Screw, Thd. Roll 114-20x 5/8 - - 130794

Washer,I'lardened

RollerAssembly,Cam Follower

Bolt,Shoulder #10-24 Grade 6 -- 145411

Lodmut

Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

AnnAssembly,Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

An'n,Idler

DESCRIPTION

Spacer, Retainer

Spring,TorsionBrakes

Guard,TUV Idler

KnobCustomOval

V-Belt

Rod,Clutch, Primary,withNilus

Spring,Return

Arm, Clutch,Secondmy

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x16

Gauge

12000029 Ring,K]ip

128903 Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x

1.44

127845 Keeper, Spring

160570 LeverAsm. ClutchPriPImSTLT

127498 Bushing,Large,Brass

153701 Spring,Mower Clutch

73350600 Nut, HexJam 3/8-16 Unc

142028 Trunnion,Adj.

120958X Washer Sintered

156084 KeeperBelt I.dlerFixed

72140620 BoltCarriage'3/8-16 x 2-1/2

STD541437 Nut

136420 MulcherCover

71161010 Screw

19061216 Washer #10

STD551110 Washer,Lock

160793 LatchAssembly,Bagger

2029J Nut,Weld

155197 Bracket,Gauge, Wheel LH.

155198 Bracket,Gauge, Wheel FLH.

17490512 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

73510500 Nut, He.x,Keps 5/16-18 UNC

72110504 Boll Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

137644 Bolt, Shoulder

133957 Wheel, Gauge

73930600 Nut, Centeriock3/8-16

19121414 Washer3/8 x7/8 x 14 Gauge

143723 Bracket

153390 Washer Felt

19131312 Washer13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

STD523710 Bolt;Fin Flex3/8-16 UNC x1

Gr.5

STD533710 BolL RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 UNC

SpacerWasher 13/32 I.D. x 1-

3/80.D. x 1/4

WasherThmst .75 x 1.230

MandrelAssembly(Includes

Key Numbers8-10, 12-15, 31

and32)

Mower Deck, Complete

(StandardDeck, Onder

SeparatelyMulcherPrateand

Gauge Wheel Components,

Key Nos. 101-106 and 111-121)

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S.inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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HYDRO GEAR TR'ANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

• _52

- %

113

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

KEY PART KEY PART

NO.NO. DESCRIPTION NO.NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142930 Housing,Lower 43 142884

2 142931 Assembly,UpperHousing 44 150829

--3_-142932 Seal, Up 52 142991

_--- 142928 Ring,Wire Retaining 53 142961

5 142933 Ring,Retaining . 56 142963

6 142934 Bearing,ShaftBall 58 142964

7 142935 Bearing, Cradle 58 142965

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

9 14-293-7......... Swashplate, Variable 63 142967

13 142938 Block,Cylinder Assembly 64 142920

14 142939 Arm, Trunnion 68 142969

15 142940 Seal, Up 69 144610

17 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971

18 150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806

19 150773 Bearing,Thrust 42x68x16 88 142973

23 142944 Block,CylinderAssembly 89 142974

24 142945 Seal, Lip 10 x25 x7 90 142975

25 --143946 ........ Actuator,Bypass 91 142976

26 -_1_-7_4 ....... Center SectionAssemblyKit 92 142977

27 142948 Seal, Up 26 x 42 x 8 93 142978

28 142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917

29 142950 Washer 26 x35 x I 114 142918

30 150787 Plate, Bypass 119 142980

34 142951 Oil FilterElement 134 144607

35 _142952 Arm, Bypass 135144608

36 142953 Ring, Retaining 139150775

- 37 142954 Arm, Actuating 140150776

38 142955 Pin,Actuating

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

40 150778 Locknut,Hex 5/16-24 UNJC

41 142958 Brake Rotor/StatorKTd

Washer 7116x 7/8 x .060

DifferentialAssembly

Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13

Seal .75 x 1.25x .250

Shaft,Input

Belt 1/4-20 x 1.38

Pin .50D x .43 ID x .750

Arm, Control

Puck, Dampener

Set Screw

Spring

Stud 5/16-24

Jack,shaftAssembly

Jackshaft -

Screw,Cap

Washer 7116x 1 x 1/2

Sleeve Bearing

Seal, Wiper

Spring, Block

Washer, BlockThrust

Cap, VentAssembly

F_ng, O-RingAssembly

Spacer

Nut,Castle 5/16-24

Pin,Cotter

spring,Compression

Nut,Hex 5/16-24

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

KOHLER E_INE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513

I CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER J

24 7

c_c_s_ I

)----15

_14

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513

CYMNDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

NO.NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-351-02 Ufter, valve (2)

2 12-755-63 Kit,cylinderhead(Includes3-

.......... ,-- -17) -

3 12411-01 Rod, push(2)

4 12041-10 Gasket,cylinderhead

5 12-017-01 Valve,intake(Std.)

12.O17-02 Valve, intake (.25)

6 12-016-01 Valve,exhaust(Std.)

12-O16-02 Valve, exhaust(.25)

7 X-75-23 Plug,allen hal.pipe1/8

8 12-318-19 CylinderHead

9 __25_.86-01_.. Arm, rocker(2)

10 --12-':5"_J'-03..... Pivot,rocker arm (2)

11 M-0640034 Screw,hex. flange M6_d.Ox34

(2)

12 12-089-01 Spring,valve (2)

13 12-173-01 Cap, valvespdng(2)

14 12-755-03 Irdt,retainer (2)

15 12-468-05 Washer, plain13/32

16 12-112-13 Spacer,head boltexhaustport

17 12-086-15 Screw, hex. flangeM10x1.5x81

(5)

18 X-426-9 Clamp,hose (2)

19 12-326-O3 Hose,breather

20 M-0645020 Screw, hex.flange M6x1.0x20

(5)

21 12-O96-O7 Cover,valve w/nipple

22 M-054,5010 Screw, hex.flangeM5x0.8xl0

23 12-018-01 Retainer, breatherreed

24 " 12-402-02 Reed;breather

CRANKCASE

KEYPART

NO.NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-032-03 Seal, crankshaft

2 Block,cylinder(Use ShortBlock12 522 18)

3 12-445-02 Strap,lilting

4 M-0839025 Screw,hex.flange M8xl.25x25

5 12-380-17 Dowel,locating(4)

6 12-755-49 Kit,camshaft(Includes 7-8)

7 12-089-18 Spring,actuating

8 12-422-08 Shim,camsha.ft- blue

12-422-09 Shim,camshaft (A.R.) red

12-422-10 Shim,camshaft (A.R.) yellow

12-422-11 Shim,camshalt(A.R.) green

12-422-12 Shim, camshaft(A.R.) gray

12-422-13 Shim,camshaft (A.R.) black

12-422-O7 Shim, camshaft(A.R.) white

9 12-144-19 Shaft,balance

10 12-874-07 Pistonw/RingSet (Std.)

(Includes11-1,2)

12-874-08 Pistonw_'_.Set (.25)

12,874-09 Pistonw/RingSet (.50)

11 12-018-02 Retainer,pistonpin(2)

12 12-108-07 RingSet (Std.)

12-108-08 RingSet (.25)

12-108-09 RingSet (.50)

13 12-O67-05 ConnectingRod (Std.)

12-067-06 ConnectingRod4.25)

14 12-380-01 Pin,governorregulating

15 12-043-05 Gear, governorassembly

16 M-0631005 Washar,plaln6rnm

17 12-144-02 .... Shaft,governorgear

18 52-139-09 Plug, cup

19 12-755-64 I_t,gov.crossshaftw/clip

(Includes 20,24)

20 12-144-24 Shaft, governorcross

21:: X-25-102 washer,plain114

22 12-032-01 Seal, governorcrossshaft

23 SM-0631015 Washer,plain6n'_n

24 12-154-05 Clip, hitchpin

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513

IGNITION I ELECTRICAL !

(_--2

t -.-L-4.

--11

._._/12

i i

AIR INTAKE I ,

1_ 8

4--_,

BLOWER,, HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

I s

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

KOHLER EI_IGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513

IG_N/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEYPART KEYPART

NO.NO. DESCRIPTION NO.NO. DESCRIPTION

1 1-2-086-1-4--....Screw,hex.flange MlOxl.Sx46

2 12-468-03 Washer, plain3/8

3 24-162-03 Screen,grass

4 M-0639016 Screw,hex.flange M6x1.0x16

(6)

5 12-112-01 Spacer,fan (4)

6 12-157-03 Fan

7 41-403-09 Regulator,rectifier

8 X-22-11 Washer, lock(2)

9__2366Q2 ..... Connector

10--X:_P2-T5 ...... Key

11 12-025-35 Flywheel

12 41-155-02 Connector (4 contact)

13 M-0548025 Screw, he.x.capM5xO.Sx25(2)

14 12-O85-01 Stator assembly- 15amp

15 12-132-02 Spark Plug

16 X-728-1 Clip, cable(2)

17 M-0545010 Screw, hex.flangeM5x0.8xl0

(2)

18 12-684-07 Module, ignition

19 12452-O2 Terminal

20 12-086-35 Screw,hex. socketM5xO.8x20

(2)

21 M-0461013 Screw, pan headM4.2x13 (2)

22 12-58406 Module, speedadvance

NOT ILLUSTRATED

25-518-29 Lead

"25"-518-05 Lead ....

12-176-31 Harness

X-25-5 WasheP,plain5/16"

12-155-02 Connector

1 M-0545010 Screw, hex.flange M5xO.8xlO

(8)

2 24-468-10 Washer,plain1/4

3 12-146-07 Plate, blowerhousing

4 M-0645020 Screw, hex.flange M6xl.0x20

5 24-096-05 Cover,pinion.

6 220534 Washer,plain5/16 (2)

7 12-O27-54 Housing,blower

8 12-O63-05 Baffle,intakeside

9 25-154-02 Clip, mounting(3)

10 SM-0545020 Screw, hex.flange M5x0.Sx20

(3)

11 M-0645016 Screw, hex.flange M6xl.0x16

(2)

12 12063-08 Baffle, cylinder,head

13 12-063-01 Baffle, cyU.nder

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEYPART

NO.NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 25-341-O3

2 12-096-24

3 12-083-08

4 12-100-01

5 12.O83-05

6 12-032-10

7 12-094-12

8 12-072-03

9 12-086--01

.°

10 12-041-02

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53

Knob,aircleanercover

Cover, ak"cleaner

Precleaner,element

WingNut

Element,ak cleaner(Includes6)

Seal

Base, aircleaner(Includes8-9)

StudM6x1.0x75

Screw,hex.cap #10Hi-Lo

threadforming(2)

Gasket,aircleaner

Decal,aircleaner

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513

STARTING SYSTEM J

ENGINE CONTROLS J

OIL PAN ' LUBR!CATION I

0---4

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513

STARTING SYSTEM

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEYPART

DESCRIPTION NO.NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-0839070

2 25-098_5" .....

3 12-755-54

4 12-227,<)6

5 12-170-05

6 12-221-01

7 12-227-13

8 12-211-01

Screw,hex.flangeM8x1.25x70

(2)

Starterassembly(Includes3-8)

Kit,driveend

Cap, driveend

Armature

Kit,brush & spdng

Cap, commutatorend

Bolt,hex.flange1/4-20x4-5/8

(2)

OIL PAN_JJBRICh3[1ON

KEYPART

NO.NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 12-038-01

2 25-755-13

3 12-15303

4 12-153-02

5 12-123-04

6 SM`0545020

7 12-153-01

8 25-162-07

9 12-096.-03

10 M-0545016

-11 25-462-09

12 X-75-2

13 12,-050-01

14 X-75-10

15 12-393`01

16 12o153`06

17 12096-34

18 M-0545016

19 12-032-03

20 24-086-16

21 24-086-17

22 12-199-38

Dip_Uckassembly(Includes2-3)

Kit, oil fillcap (Includes3)

O-Ring, oilfillcap

O-Ring, upperonfilltube

Tube, oil fill

Screw,hex. flange MSxO.8x20

O-Ring, loweroilfilltube

Screen, oilpickup

Cover,oilpickupscreen

Screw, hex. flangeM5xO.Sx16

Valve,oilpressurerelief

P_, ppe

Filter,oil,.

Plug, so,.hd.solid3/8

Pump,oaassembly

O-Ring, oilpumpcover

Cover, oilpump

Screw,hex. flangeMSxO.Sx16

(3)

S_I, oil (P.T.O.end)

Screw, hex. flange

M8xl.25x45 (11)

Screw,hex.flangeM8x1.25x45

Pan, oil

1 12-079-07 Linkage,choke

2 12-237-01 Clamp,cable

3 M`0664020 Screw,lobed socketM6xl.0x20

(2)

4 M_To45016 Screw, hex. flange MSxO.8x16

5 12-536-10 Control, speedassembly

(Includes6,8,9?)

6 M`0443020 Screw,pan head M4x0.Tx20

7 12-089-11 Spflng,speedcontrol (2)

8 12-089-23 Spring,chokereturn

9 12-089-24 Spring,governor

10 12-755-83 Kit,governorlever(Includes11-

13)

11 12-100-07 Nut, hex.flange M6xl.0

12 52o211`04 Bolt, roundhead

13 12-090-26 Lever,goverr_r

14 25-158-11 Bushing,ti).ro_elinkage

15 12`079-01 Linkage,throttle

16 25-15808 Bushing,linkagemtaining

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

b' /

SIGHTING _" _ ..CUT

GUIDE TH_

ONLY, RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

| ii

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

I r_l n

For the repair or re.placement pads you need

delivered directly t6-your home.

Call-_am -7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a

domicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7274)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a

domicilio - 1-800-676-5811

For the location of a Sears Parts and

Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears

Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday

1-800-827-6655

When requesting service-or ordering

parts, always provide the following

:=information:

• Product Type • Part Number

° Model Number ° Piart Description

S£ARS

America's Repair Speciailsts

165066 03.19.98 VB Printed in U.S.A.

Craftsman 917271121 42" 16.5-hp electric start automatic lawn tractor

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