Craftsman 917.251490 User Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

• Assembly

• Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

OWNER'S MANUAL

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

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE,CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917

SAFETY RULES

A Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers &

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT tN SERIOUS _NJURY OR DEATH.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine.

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

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys

before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing. Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light, Oo not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.

All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

Mow up and down slopes, not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps, Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall gress can hide obstacles.

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

to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

DO NOT:

Do not turn onslopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

Do not mow near drop-otis, ditches, or embankments. The mower eou}d suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

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

Do not try tostabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

ground.

Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

III. CHILDREN

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

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult.

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

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

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

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind comers, shrubs,

trees, or other obiects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and otherfuels. They are

flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

Never run a machine inside a closed area.

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

and keep equipment in good condition. Never tamper with safety devices, Check their proper

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

Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before stodng.

Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

,, Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

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

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts,when nec-

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

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required,

Look for this symbol to point out ira- I portant safety precautions. It means

A A

CAUTIONttf BECOMEALERT!tt YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

A WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product con- tains cttemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department Department. We have com-

petent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

SERIAL

NUMBER DATEOFPURCHASE

THEMODELANDSERIALNUMBERSWlLLBEFOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT. YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod- uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regularschedule in maintaining, caring forand

using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili- ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 18.5 GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RV17YC

SAP: .025")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .003" - .006"

EXHAUST: ,013" - .016"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 0-5,6

REVERSE: 0-2.1

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov- ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). Ifa spark arrester isused, itshould be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler isavailable

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS sectionofthis manual).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment ismaintained, lubricated and tuned up according to 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:

Expendable items 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 accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.

Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30

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

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIP- MENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE

AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.) THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES.

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

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 17-20

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

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

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

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

INDEX

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

Adjustments:

Brake ............................................ 23

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

Clutch Pulley ................................ 23

Gauge Wheels ............ _................ 14

Mower

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

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

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

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

Air Screen, Engine .............................. 20

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

Battery:

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

Cleaning ....................................... 20

Starting with Weak Battery .......... 25

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

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

Belt:

Motion Drive

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

Mower Drive

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

Mower Blade Drive

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

Blade:

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

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

Brake Adjustment ................................ 23

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

Clutch Pulley ....................................... 23

Controls, Tractor ................................. 12

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

Engine:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tractor:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Electrical:

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

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

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

Engine:

Air Filter ........................................ 19

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

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

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

Oil Level ....................................... 15

Oil Type ........................................ 19

Preparation .................................. 14

Repair Parts ............................ 51-60

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

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

Filter:

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

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

Oil ................................................. 20

Fuel:

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

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

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

Headlights ........................................... 26

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

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

Lubrication:

Chart ............................................ 17

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

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

Mower:

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

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ............. 21

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

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

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

Installation .................................... 21

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

Removal ....................................... 21

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

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

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

Oil:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................ 32-47

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 51-60

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ............... BACK COVER

Operation ....................................... 11-16

Operating Mower ................................ 14

Options:

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

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

Parking Brake ..................................... 12

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

Parts, RaplecementJRepair ............ 31-47

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

Repair Parts ................................... 31-47

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

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

Service and Adjustments ............... 21-27

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

Clutch Pulley ................................ 23

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

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

Motion Drive Belt

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

Mower Drive Belt

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

Mower Blade Drive Belt

Removal/Reptacement ........... 23

Mower Adjustment

Slope Guide Sheet .............................. 63

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

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

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

Steering Wheel ................................ 7,24

Stopping the Tractor ........................... 13

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

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

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

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

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

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ...... 27

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

Troubleshooting Chart ................... 29-30

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

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

WiringDiagram................................... 32

WiringSchematic................................ 31

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

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

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

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

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

PERFORMANCE

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

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

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

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

AERATOR promotesdeep root growth for a healthy lawn. Tapered

2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs puncture holesinsoilat close intervalsto let moisturesoak in. Steelweight tray

for increased penetration. BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage. CARTS make haulingeasy. Vadety ofsizesavailable, plusaccesso-

ries suchas side panel kits,toolcaddy, cartcover,protectivemat and doily.

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow moisture and nutrientsto reachgrass roots. 36-inch swath. 24 hardenedsteel coringtips. t50 lb. capacityweight tray.

DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel blades that angle from 10 to

20 degrees, 40 incheswide. Can hook2 unitsin tandem. (Requires sleeve hitch.)

DOZER BLADE removes snow; grades did, sand and gravel. 48

incheswide, 17 incheshigh,clears 44-inchpathwhen angled. Master

liftcontrol lever for operator ease. Spring trip for snow removal on uneven pavement; built-in float for blade to follow ground contour.

Reversible,replaceable scraper bar. (Usa with tirechains and wheel

weights and/or rear drawbar weight.)

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oilchanges easier, faster. FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain.

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

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

rollers,carts or other heavy attachments). MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring tine

teeth. Usefultoprepare bare areas for seeding. Available for front or

rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING

TINE DETHATCH ER covers 36-inchwidepathandtossesthatchinto

large hopper. Mounts behind tractor. PLOW turns soil 6 inches deep, cuts 10-inch furrow. Crank adjust-

ment controlsdepth, 3-positionyokesets width.Heavy steel landside forstraight furrowing. (Requires sleeve hitch.)

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a pickuptruck. Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber.

REAR GRADER BLADE is42 incheswideand operatedfrom ddver's seat. Reversiblesteel blade canbe angled at 30 degrees for grading. Reverses for pushing snow backwards. (Requires sleeve hitch.)

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inchdiameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 [bs. of weight. Rounded edges

prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automaticallycleans drum.

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR is 43 inches wide. Prepares ground for seeding,helpsweed control.Steel frame holds5adjustablesweeps. Adjusts vertically, horizontally. (Requires sleeve hitch.) Optional

accessory: steel furrow opener for wider openings for potatoes, corn,and other deep-seeded crops.

SLEEVE HITCH for usa with master liftsystem. Single pincouples/ uncouples.

SNOWTHROWER has 42-inch swath. Drum-type auger handles powderyandwet/heavy snow. Mountseasilywithsimple pinarrange-

ment. Discharge chute adjustsfrom tractor seat. 6-inch diameter

spout discharges snow lOto5Ofeet. Lift controlled at tractor seat.

(Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear drswbar weight.) SPRAYERS use12-voltDC electhcmotor that connectstothetractor battery or other 12-volt soume. Includes booms for automatic

sprayingandhandheldwand for spotspraying. Wand hasadjustable spray pattern. For applying herbicides, insecticides,fungicidesand liquidfertilizers.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed killing

easy. Broadcastspreaders are also usefulfor granular de-icersand sand.

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves. TILLER has 8 hpengineto pre pare seed beds, cultivate, and compost

garden residue. Chain-drive transmission. Six 11-inch diameter one piece heat-treated steel tines. Tills 30-inch path. (Requires sleeve

hitch.) Or use 5 hptow-behind TILLER with 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds, cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own built-in lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch. Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the tractor drawbar and go! Optional accessories for 5 hp tiller convert unit for dethatching, aerating, hilling...without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross links give smooth dde, outstanding traction.

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibility.

Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm and dry.

Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun protector in summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper; 12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top.

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves. Optional wand attachment to pick updebris in hard-to-reach places.

VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder. WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications. Can

be mounted on front of tractor for plowing applications. Uses (1) 55 lb. weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow

removal or dozing heavy materials.

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Knob --

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

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

F-1

Video

Steering

Wheel

Mulcher

Plate

Cassette

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10

(2) Weld Nuts #10 i_

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

(single loop)

(4) Retainer Springs

(3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

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

Manual Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(2) Washers 3/8

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

(2) Shoulder

Bolts I /V_/ j/

\ _///(2) Gauge

Wheels

I_--N"_'(2) Front Link Assemblies

Steering

Wheel

Insert

G(2) Center-

(2) Latch Hook

Assemblys

(2) Keys

lock Nuts

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8

x 16 Gauge

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

(2) Lock Washers 1/4

Steering

Sleeve

Slope Sheet

ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled 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.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(2) 7/16" wrenches (1) Tire pressure gauge

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) 1/2" wrench (1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet

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

means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CAR-

TON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 6).

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat.

• Remove mower and packing materials.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer from steering shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

• Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter.

Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt,

lock washer and large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steedng wheel.

• Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Fig. 7)

• Raise attachment liftlever 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 backwards off skid.

ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BA'n'ERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.

• Lift hood to raised position.

• Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec- tive caps and discard.

• Ifthis battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals)

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

• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat- tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

• Close terminal access doors. Use terminal access doors for:

• Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware).

• Inspection for corrosion.

Testing battery.

• Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging.

LOCK FLAT

HEX NUT WASHER WASHER

DISCARD TERMINAL HEX PROTECTIVE CAPS BOLT

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan,

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat untila 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

ADJUSTMENT KNOB

WASHER

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

TERMfNAL ""_;' ACCESS

DOOR

FIG. 2

NEGATIVE

(BLACK) CABLE

POSITIVE (RED)

CABLE

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 4 and 7)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension

arms are raised with attachment lift control, Engage park-

ing brake.

• Cut and remove tie down securing anti-sway bar,

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

• Slide mower under tractorwith discharge guard to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE.

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

bracket and R.H. front suspension bracket. Retain with

two single loop retainer springs as shown.

• Install second front linkin L.H. front suspension bracket

only and retain with single loop retainer spring as shown.

• Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it

stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.

• Place the L.H. suspension arm on inward pointing deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to aUgn deck pin with the hole in suspension arm.

• Slide left side of mower deck back and install the unattached front link in top hole of the L.H. front mower

bracket. Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown.

Place the R.H. suspension arm on inward pointing

deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower

to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spdng.

• Retain bothsuspension arms to deck pins withdouble

loop retainer spdngs.

• Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove

slack from mower suspension.

• Raise deck to highest position.

• Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation section of this manual).

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

Forbestcutting results,mower housingshouldbe properly

leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

ServiceandAdjustmentssectionof thismanual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shownfor replacing motion, mower

drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

FRONT

SUSPENSION

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

PULLEY

BRACKETS

SHOULDER BOLT

GAUGE WHEEL

3/8 WASHER

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS (Inward pointing BRACKET deck pins)

318-16

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER

SPRING

IDLER PULLEY

SUSPENSION ARMS

FRONT MOWER

BRACKET

SINGLE

LOOP RETAINER

SPRINGS

DISCHARGE GUARD

FIG. 4

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and 6)

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weednut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

• Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

• Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown.

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

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

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge I

guard from mower. Raise and hold

guard when attaching mulcher plate

and allow it to rest on plate while in

operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

HOOK POINTS

WELD NUT DOWN

FROMTHETOP.

LOCK WASHER

ISCREW

LATCH

HOOK

LOCK WELD

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

_'--SCREW

FIG. 5

WASHER NUT

WASHER

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

HOOKS

FIG. 6

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFAC TION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ,/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

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

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

,/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

,/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

#" Engine oil is at proper level.

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

gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine. ,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. ,I It is important to purge the transmission before operat-

ing your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in Opera- tion section of this manual).

OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Leam and understand they meaning.

I- ;I

BA'I-I'ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE

LOCK LOCKED

N H L

k R

REVERSE

NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

A'FFACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

UNLOCKED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself withthe location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

CHOKE CONTROL

LIGHT SWITCH

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

HEIGHTADJUSTMENT KNOB

AMMETER

THROTTLE CONTROL

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH

UFTLEVER

LIFT LEVER

IGNITION SWITCH

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

SPEEDS:

3 2

FREE WHEEL CONTROL

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

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of

battery. A'B'ACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the

mower blades or other attachments mounted to your trac- tor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and

braking the tractor and starting the engine. FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

MOTION CONTROL

LEVER

FIG. 7

HEIGHTADJUSTMENT KNOB- Used to adjustthe mower

cutting height. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and

direction of the tractor. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into

the brake position.

OPERATION

3A_IY

I spectacles or standard safety glasses.

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

in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8) Yourtractor isequipped withan operator presence sensing

switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake willshut off the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal intofull "BRAKE" position

and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in"ENGAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedalshould remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

PUSH IN TO ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

THROTTLE "DISENGAGE" SWITCH PULL OUT TO

CONTROL LEVER

CHOKE CONTROL

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRAKE"

POSITION

IGNITION

MORON CONTROL LEVER

HEIGHT

"DRIVE" ADJUSTMENT PARKING

POSITION KNOB BRAKE

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

Move attachment clutch switch to =DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

Depress clutch/brake pedal intofull "BRAKE" position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL IN) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. ENGINE -

Move throttle control to slow (-il) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (.=l) position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire".

Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use. Never use choke to stop engine.

"DISENGAGED .... ENGAGED"

POSITION POSITION

FIG. 8

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor isstanding idlewiththe engine running, hotengine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Usechoke controlwhenever you are starting a coldengine. Do not use to start a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push

knob in to disengage.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8) Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate.

• Fullthrottle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 8)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motion control lever.

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

position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CU'R'ING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 8)

The cutting height iscontrolled byturning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

Turn knob clockwise (f_l) to raise cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (1_)to lower cutting

height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These heights are approxi-

mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking. lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

OPERATION

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See 'qO AD-

JUST MOWER CUFFING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels shouldbe assembled so they are slightlyoff the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

GUAGE WHEEL

MOUNTING

LOCKNUT

SHOULDER BOLT

3/8 WASHER

GAUGE WHEEL

FIG. 9

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 7 and 8) Yourtractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing

switch. Any attempt bythe operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine.

Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift control.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower I without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis- charge guard in place.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down do not drive across any elope.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move 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, slowlyrelease parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 7 and 11) When pushing ortowing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- ment lift control.

Remove retainer spring from freewheel control rod.

Push control rod in to disengage transmission and reinsert retainer spring into control rod hole now on

back side of the bracket. 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.).

FIG. 10

-DISCHARGE GUARD

14 FIG. 11

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12)

• The engine in yourtractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

• Remove oilfill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsertthe dipstickand push it all the way down into the tube, wait

for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If

necessary, add oil until =FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili- ties section in this manual.

ENGINE OIL

FILL CAP/DIPSTICK

FIG. 12

ADD GASOLINE

Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor- age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) When starting engine for the first time or ifengine has run

out of fuel, itwilltake extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

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

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

• Pull choke control out to choke (N) position for cold engine start. For warm engine start do not use choke

control.

• Move throttle controlto midway between fast (,_) and slow (,ab) positions.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,_) position, wait a few minutes and try again.

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in.

• Move throttle control to fast (4) position.

• Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging drive or attachments.

IMPORTANT: COLD STARTING FOR HYDRO (BELOW

40°F) - AFTER STARTING ENGINE AND BEFORE

DRIVING, LET TRANSMISSION WARM UP FOR (1) MINUTE BY PLACING MOTION CONTROL LEVER IN

NEUTRAL AND RELEASING CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL. NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See '3"0 ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

I _ CAUTION: Neverengageordisengage To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-

mended that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel-

oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

• Place tractorsafely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set.

• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual).

• Sitting inthe tractor seat, start engine. After the engine isrunning, move throttle control to slow (,_) position.

With motioncontrol lever inneutral (N) position,slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

freewheel lever while the engine is run-

ning.

OPERATION

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drivewheels. The air is being removed from hydraulicdrive

system.

• Move motion controllever toneutral (N) position. Shut-

off engine and set parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position(See "TO TRANSPORT" inthissection

of manual).

• Sittinginthe tractor seat, startengine. After the engine

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

With motion controllever in neutral (N) position,slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowlymove

motion control lever to reverse position. After the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the

motioncontrol lever tothe neutral (N) position. Repeat

this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal

operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housingis

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 trim-

ming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area tothe rightof the tractor. This will resutt in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniformcutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 13).

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

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

desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it iswet. Wet grass will plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to

assure better mowing performance and proper dis- charge of material. Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used.

FIG. 13

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

• The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it iswet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mowercutting height sothat the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass

blades (See Fig. 14). For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly.

MAX 1/3

FIG. 14

Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re- quire that an area be mulched a second time to com-

pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow northtosouthone week then change to east towestthe nextweek. This will help prevent matting and graining

ofthe lawn.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAI.TENANCESC.EDULE

FILLIN DATES ._

O.eo O.eOoer.,o.

CheckTirePressure

1" Checkfor LooseFasteners _ V'7 V' R

Sharpen/ReplaceMowerBlades V'4 LubricationChart

T CheckBatteryLeveVRecharge

CleanBatteryandTerminals V'

R CheckTransaxleCooling V'

AdjustBlade Belt(s)Tension V'5

Adjust MotionDriveBelt(s)Tension VWs Check EngineOil Level I_ V*

Change EngineOil Ik1. _1.2._ Clean Air Filter V'2

N Clean AirScreen V'2

G InspectMuffler/SparkArrester

I ReplaceOil Filter(If equipped) 1_1.2

N Clean EngineCooling Fins _2

Replace Spark Plug V' V °

ReplaceAir FilterPaperCartridge

Replace FuelFilter

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

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. 3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours.

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

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on thistractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To

receive fullvalue from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation. Check tire pressure.

• Check for loose fasteners.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI- CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. iF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW- DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

v'.

5 - If equipped with adjustable system. 6 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery,

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

Do not overtighten.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_TIE ROB BALL JOINTS

(_ -FRONT WHEEL®

BEARING ZERK BEARING ZERK

®STEERING

SECTOR GEAR (_) TEETH

(_ SPRAY SILICONE LUBRICANT (MOVE BOOTS TO LUBRICATE)

® GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE ® REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

_INDLE ZERK ®

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 16)

Always observe safety ruleswhen performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

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

at highspeed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insectcontrol chemi-

cals which can harm rubber. Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

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

place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 15)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lockwasher and flat washer securing blade.

Install new or resharpened b!ade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex bolt, !ock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT ISGRADE 8 HEATTREATED. NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but ifyou

do, be sure the btade is balanced.

MANDREL

BLADE ,ASSEMBLY

TRAILING EDGE UP

FLAT V

LOCK WASHER_

HEX BOLT (GRADE 8

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SiX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 15

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

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

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- ancer).

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion ofthe steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

CENTER HOLE /

\ //I i""

ORPIN__/

FIG. 16

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which issuffi- cient for norma! use. However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour, TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power.

• Remove terminal guard. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED

battery cable and remove battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual).

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRANSAXLE COOLING TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig.17)

The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent

possible damage to seals, no not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle.

Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean.

Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte- nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should

the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center/department.

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hoursof

operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts ifthey begin to slip from wear.

Determine temperature range expected before oilchange.

All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG.

• Be sure tractor ison level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fillcap/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.

• Refillengine with oilthrough oilfill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick is in all the way for accurate reading.

Keep oil at =FULL" line on dipstick.

OIL DRAIN PLUG

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

.20" 0o 30° 32 = 40 ° 60 ° 80 °

-30 ° -20 ° -10 ° 0 ° 1'0_ 20" 30"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

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

improves starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32=C. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use.

ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK

FIG. 17

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 18)

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

engine damage from overheating. CLeanwith a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

fibers.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 18) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to

prevent engine damage from overheating. Engine blower housing must be removed. Remove side panels and hood

(See"TO REMOVE HOOD AN D GRILL ASSEMBLY" inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual.)

AIR SCREEN

COOLING FINS (BOTH SIDES)

COVER

CARTRIDGE__

FOAM

PRE-CLE_ _ CARTRIDGE

PLATE __ SEAL

__""'-- WING NUT

FIG. 18

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 19)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or eve ry season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

Remove wing nut and cover. Remove seal and cartridge plate.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner oft cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Gently tap the flat side of the paper cartridge to dis- lodge dirt. Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

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

• Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and seal.

• Installtheaircleaner cover and wing nut. Tightenwing

nut1/2 turn to I full turnafter nutcontacts cover. Do not

overtighten.

FIG. 19

ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oilfilter every season orevery other oil

change ifthe tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

equipped) as itcould create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARKPLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 20)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. Iffuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.

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

pointingtowards carburetor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP

CLAMP , FUEL FILTER

FIG. 20

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free ot all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

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

Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

plug.

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 21)

• Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.

• Lower mower to its lowest position.

• Remove retainer springholding anti-swaybar to chas- sis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

• Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at deck and disengage arms from deck.

• Raise attachment liftto its highest position.

• Remove two retainer springs from each front linkand

remove links.

• Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

• Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK tS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor isparked on level groundor

driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 ofthis manual).

Iftires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

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

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom of deck curl to ground level at front corners of mower. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each half turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16".

Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM OF BOTTOM OF

CURL_CURL

SUSPENSION ARMS

CHASSIS

BRA(

RETAINER

SPRING

FIG. 21

ADJUSTMENT

ANTI-SWAY BAR RETAINER

SPRINGS

LIFT LINKS

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

FIG. 22

FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKET

RETAINER

BRACKET

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so the front isapproximately 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

tance "F" directly in front of and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length.

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

length as other link. To lower front of mower housing, loosen nut"G" onboth

front links an equal number of turns.

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

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

• To raise front of mower housing, loosen nut "H" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "G" on both

front links an equal number of turns.

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

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

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will change dim. "F" by approximately 3/8".

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

MANDREL

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 25)

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

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

remove cover.

• Rollbelt over the top of L.H. mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys.

• Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

• Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and bolt in mower housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 25)

• Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers as shown.

• Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley.

• Roll belt into upper groove of L.H. mandrel pulley.

• Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the

grooves correctly and inside belt keepers. Reassemble L.H. mandrel cover.

L.H. MANDREL

COVER

SCREWS

IDLER PULLEYS

ELECTRIC

tCLUTCH

PULLEY

FIG. 23

BOTH FRONT LINKS SHOULD BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "H

FRONT LINKS

FIG. 24 22

IDLER ARM

MOWER DRIVE

BELT

BELT KEEPERS

FIG. 25

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

• Removemowerddvebelt(See"TOREPLACEMOWER

DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

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

section of this manual).

• Remove four screws from R.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. Unhook spring from bolt on mower

housing.

• Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley,

and L.H. mandrel pulley.

• Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu-

lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

• Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they

rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and

sway-bar bracket.

• Install new belt in lower groove of L.H. mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.

• Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.

• Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and rein- stall R.H. mandrel cover.

• Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this

manual).

• Reassemble mower drive belt (See '30 REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT' inthis section of this manual

LH. MOWER MANDREL BLADE CENTER

DRIVEBELT MANDREL

IDLER

R.R,

MANDREL COVER

NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at

full throttle and engage and disengage electdc clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate.

CLUTCH PLATE

.012"

NYLON LOCKNUT(3) BRAKE PLATE

FIG. 27

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 28)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the side of the transaxle.

Iftractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at highspeed in highest gear, then brake mustbe adjusted.

• Depress clutchforake pedal and engage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake red.

If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nutand turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". 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 au- thorized service center/department.

WITH PARKING BRAKE"ENGAGED"

NUT"A"

NUT

iDLER ARM

SPRING

SWAY-BAR

BRACKET SCREW

FIG. 26

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

(See Fig. 27)

The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5

seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop

as required. Adjustments should be made by your nearest

authorized service center/department.

• Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in "OFF" position.

Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot

locations cut in side of brake plate.

OPERATING

ARM

FIG. 28

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 29)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. Forease ofservice there is a belt installationguide decal on

bottom of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See 'q'O REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual.)

BELT REMOVAL -

• Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt).

• Remove belt from clutching and fan idler pulleys.

• Remove belt from transaxie pulley.

• Remove belt from engine pulley and front V-idler

pulley.

• Pullbelt out ofall belt keepers and remove from tractor. BELT INSTALLATION -

• Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of all belt

keepers.

• Route belt on right side, coming from V-idler, towards back of tractor, above midspan belt keeper and to top of transaxle pulley.

• Route belt on left side, coming from engine pulley, towards back of tractor and through loop in midspan

belt keeper. Place V part of belt into grooves on transaxle and fan

idler pulleys, making sure to route belt inside ofall belt keepers.

• Place belt around clutching idlers as shown, making

sure to route belt inside of all belt keepers.

• Check to be sure belt ispositioned correctly and is on

proper side of all belt keepers. Reinstall mower.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT.

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See

Fig. 30)

The motion controllever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the

friction pack located on the right side of chassis.

• Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF' position and engage parking

brake.

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

• While holding Iocknut, loosen jam nut

• Tighten Iocknut 1/4turn.

• While holding Iocknut, tighten jam nut securely.

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

control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above

adjustment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 turn. Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if

necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or

replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMIS- SION" in the Operation section of this manual.

LOCKNUT

JAM

/ NUT

TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC

VIEWED FROM L.H. SIDE OF TRACTOR

CLUTCHING IDLER BELT

ENGINE ABOVE BELT PULLEY

AS VIEWED FROM BOTTOM

V4DLER KEEPER

BELT

'KEEPER

_1_, ENGINE I

_PULLEY

CLUTCHING TRANSAXLE

FIG. 29

BELT

TWISTS

eELT

KEEPER

FIG. 30

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructionsin the Assembly section of this manual.

FAN IDLER

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Frontwheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation,

Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust

if necessary. TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig. 31)

• Position front wheels straight ahead.

• Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires (dimensions "A"and "B").

• Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to 1/4" less than

rear dimension "B".

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs. 31 and 32)

• Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

• Adjust tie rod untildimension"A" is1/8" to 1/4" lessthan dimension "(3".

• Tighten jam nuts securely.

FIG. 33

REAR WHEEL -

• Block rear axle securely.

• Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.

• Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub

bolts securely.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATrERY

(See Fig. 34)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat- teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

FIG. 31

/ j/,

TIE ROD

FIG. 32

ADJUSTMENT SLEEVES

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If

damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/depart-

ment.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 33)

• Block up axle securely. Remove axle cover, retaining ringand washers to allow

wheel removal.

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

Replace axle cover.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged, if "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

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

TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery.

RED cable last from both batteries,

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

25 FIG. 34

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

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

gdll.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section of this manual.

ADJUSTMENT

SPRING BUSHING

ATrACHMENT

JAMNUT LIFTSPRING

FIG. 35

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING

(See Fig. 35)

• While holding spring bushing with wrench, loosen jam

nut.

• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spdng and reduce lifteffort for heavier attachments.

• Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise for lighter at-

tachments.

• Retighten jam nut against spring bushing.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT ADJUST FOR MAXIMUM SPRING TENSION WHEN USING LIGHT ATTACHMENTS SUCH AS A MOWER. ADJUST LIFT LEVER SPRING TO AID IN

LIFTING ATTACHMENT. DO NOT OVERPOWER SPRING. WHEN REMOVING ATTACHMENT, ALWAYS ADJUST SPRING TENSION TO ITS LOWEST POSITION.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 36)

• Raise hood,

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand infrontof tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilttoward

engine and liftoff of tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedures.

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

HOOD

FIG. 36

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE ACCELERATION TEST-

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Figs. 37 & 38)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle control lever to

fast (,_) position.

• Check that speed control lever is against stop screw. If

it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle cable untillever is against screw. Tighten clamp screw

securely.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 39)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- ment should notbe necessary. 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, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise)

decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Tuming the adjusting needles out (coun-

terclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine

giving a richer fuel/air mixture. IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

• Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above).

• With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clock- wise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counter- clockwise) 1-1/4 turns.

• Turn main fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) closing finger tight and then turn out (counterclockwise) 1turn.

FINAL SETTING -

Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift]motion

control lever in neutral (N) position. With throttle control lever in fast (,_) position, turn main

fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) until engine begins to die then tum out (counterclockwise) until engine

runs rough. Turn needle to a point midway between

those two positions.

Idle sDeed settina - With throttle control lever in slow (-gb) position, engine should idle at 1400 RPM. If

engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attained.

Idle fuel needle settina - With throttle control lever in

slow (,,=_) position, turn idle fuel adjusting needle in

(clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runsrough. Turn needle

to a point midway between those two positions.

Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary.

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

position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture screwout (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat testand continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler- ates smoothly.

High speed stop isfactory 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 SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

CASING STOP SCREW SPEED CONTROL CLAMP, LEVER

SCREW

THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

STOP

IDLESPEED _ _

SCREW _

ADJUST,NG!

FIG. 37

SPEED

CONTROL

LEVER

FIG. 38

IDLE FUEL

MAIN FUEL ADJUSTING

NEEDLE

27 FIG. 39

STORAGE

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

more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor- oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

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

recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• Be sure battery drain tube issecurely attached.

• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Drain the fuel tank.

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

carburetor are empty,

• Never use engine orcarburetor cleaner preducts inthe fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allowthe stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

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

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

• Remove spark plug(s).

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

• Turn ignition keyto"START" position for a few seconds to distribute oi1.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

CAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not"CHOKED" properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel tilter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Looseordamagedwidng.

9. Carburetorout ofadjustment.

10. Enginevalvesoutofadjustment.

1. Dirtyairfilter.

2. Badsparkplug,

3. Weak or deadbattery,

4. Dirtyfuel filter.

5. Staleor dirtyfuel.

6. Looseor damagedwidng.

7. Carburetorout ofadjustment.

8. Enginevalvesoutof adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged widng.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence swdch(es).

1. Fi!l fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE _ in Operation secfion.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air tilter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all widng.

9. Contact an authorized service center/department.

10. Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Cleaniraplace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel tilter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Contact an authorized service center/department.

8. Contact an authorized service centar/department.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wihng.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine clicks but will not start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged widng.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

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

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment. t5. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" posltion/raduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and ragap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air scraenifins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all widng.

14. Contact an authorized service center/department.

15. Contact an authedzed service center/department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blede bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

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

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not rotate

Poor grass discharge

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

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

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower ddve belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast. 3, Wet grass,

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

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

8. Mower ddve belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Check widng, switches and connections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2, Replace mower ddve belt.

3, Replace idler pulley. 4, Replace blade mandrel.

1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replece with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

1. Switch is "OFF.

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring,

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery celL(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in "disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission dudng shpment

or servicing.

1. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in "engaged" position.

2. Replace motion ddve belt.

3. Purge transmission.

1. Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

BATrERY

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF M + G

ON B+L

START B+ S + L

RED

ORANGE

NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

I- I I I

HEADLIGHT

SWITCH (OFF)

REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS

BROWN

ELLOW

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM

(REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

HEADLIGHTS /-

GFC

E nO

"BD1

D II

PTO SWITCH

POSITION l CIRCUIT J

OFF _ C+G I

ON |C+F,B+E,A+D I

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

i.... 4 31

_ 49

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REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 146140 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 3 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4

4 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga 6 STD541025 Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20

7 7697J Tube Plastic 8 7603J Tray, Battery

9 109596X Clamp, Hose

10 145211 Bolt Wet BTR 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 11 145209 Hold down Battery Dash Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" Wet Battery 19 10090400 Washer, Lock 1/4

20 73350400 Nut, Jam Hex 1/4-20 21 136850 Harness Socket Light W/4152J 22 4152J Bulb Light

24 4799J Cable, Battery

25 146149 Cable 6 Ga. Red 12.5" W 16 Wire 26 108824X Fuse 28 4207J Cable, Ground

29 121305X Switch, Plunger 30 144921 Switch, Ign

31 140400 Nut, Ignition Switch 32 141226 Cover Switch Key 33 140403 Key 34 110712X Switch, Light

37 109553X Intlk Switch 40 146065 Harness Ign.

41 17720408 Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2 42 131563 Cover, Terminal Red

43 145673 Solenoid 45 122822X Ammeter 49 11151000 Washer, Lock Internal Tooth 5/8

50 146283 Switch, PTO 51 140405 Ring Retainer PTO

53 71031008 Screw Hex Washer Hd #10-32 x 1 54 73951000 Nut Keps #10-32

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

94 69

_20

19 100

68 103

102

63 60

39 17

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 150253 Rail, Frame RH 43 136939

2 140506 Drawbar, Gt 44 136940 3 136671X558 Panel Asm., Side LH 45 138460 4 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 47 17490608 5 145203 Dash, Plastic Black 48 136814 6 150273 Dash Asm., Lower 49 136813

7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 50 136575

8 145166 Support, Battery 52 73680500 9 108067X Nut, Pal 53 137304

10 19092016 Washer 9/32 x 1-1/4x 16 Ga. 56 138461 11 137270 Rivet, Ratchet Male 57 73640400 12 137269 Washer, Nylon 58 137113

13 137271 Rivet, Ratchet Female 59 74180412 14 136673X558 Hood Asm., Pnt 60 17490620 15 136374 Lens, Bar Clear 63 19131614 16 121794X Cover, Access 64 144283 17 17490612 Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 68 17490508

!8 136373X428 Grille 69 140022 19 19131312 Washer 13/32x 13/16x 12 Ga. 70 137159

20 74760616 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 77 137308 21 73680600 Nut, Cmwnlock 3/8-16 Unc 64 142992 22 136670X558 Panel Asm., Side RH 66 74760716

24 145243X558 Footrest, RH 90 11050600 26 17490512 Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 91 150851 28 145244X558 Footrest, LH 92 143485X013 29 145349 Bracket, Support Dash 94 100207K

30 145052 Saddle, Hydro 1995 95 105531X 31 145183 Brace, Support Steering 98 140503

32 141315 Bracket Asm., Frame Pivot Lh 99 140871

33 141314 Bracket Asm., Frame Pivot Rh 100 124236X 34 142131 Bracket, Engine Support Rear 101 17490628

35 19111116 Washer 11/32x!1/16x16Ga. 102 4497H 36 74780512 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/15-18 x 3/4 103 142273

37 140002X558 Fender, Pnt. 106 138776 38 19091216 Washer 9/32x3/4x16Ga. 120 19131616

39 136961 Bracket, Axle Front --- 8022J 40 142132 Bracket, Support Axle/Engine

41 17580408 Screw Tap Tile 1/4-20 x 1/2 42 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Bracket Asm., Pivot Hood Lh

Bracket Asm., Pivot Hood Rh Bracket, Chassis Front Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

Rod, Support Hood Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 Bracket Asm., Fender

Screw, Mach Cr 1/4-20 x 3/4 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Washer 13/32 x I x 14 Ga. Washer, Serrated Disc 13/32 x 1

Screw, Thd 5/16-18 x 1/2 Shield, Heat

Guide, Belt Mid Span Shield, Front Stop, Over Center Mower Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 Unc x 1

Washer, Lock External Tooth 3/8

Rail, Frame Lh Plate, Silkscreen Dash Clip, Fuel Line

Push Nut, Nylon Bracket SkidChassis

Rod By Pass Cap By Pass Rod

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Retainer, Spring

Lock, By Pass Bolt 5/16-18 Type TT

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. Plug, Hole

REPAIR PARTS

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

33 9

107 72

loo

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 69 123800X

3 7563R Washer Thrust Axle Harden 70 139989 5 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 71 140927 6 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 72 73800500 7 140507 Wheel Hub Asm. 73 74780548 9 140080 Bolt Hub 74 142432

15 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga 75 73800700 17 140921 Spring Rod Brake 76 140481

20 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 77 74760716 22 140498 ShaftArmAsm 78 19111212

23 106933X Knob 79 72110505 28 73350600 Nut 80 140484 29 140494 Brake Rod 81 17490612 30 19131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 82 140482 32 73220700 Nut Hex 7/16-14 83 140479

33 12000053 Ring E 84 140490 34 124236X Cap Plunger 85 17541020

35 137648 Rod Parking Brake 86 140462 36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground 87 140491

37 121749X Washer25/32 x 1-1/4x 16 Gauge 88 140492 38 150035 Nyliner 89 73680700

39 74321016 Screw Fin #10-24 x 1 90 140489 40 5304J Actuator Interlock Switch 91 17490644

41 73631000 Nut Lock #10-24 92 74760520 42 8883R Cover Pedal 93 140502 43 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 94 133835 44 104601X Bracket Interlock 95 23200528 45 73800400 Nut LockW/Insert 1/4-20 96 141103

46 145170 Retainer Spring 97 126874X 47 138228 Clutch Rod 98 141004

48 72110614 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr 5 99 17490624 49 19131413 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 13 Ga 100 126881X

50 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 101 59285 51 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 102 73560500

52 139123 Pulley Idler Grooved 103 73350500 53 207J Washer Hartdened 104 140480 54 138390 Clutch Arm Asm 105 17580408 55 105706X Bearing, Idler 106 142576

56 140218 V-Belt 107 142577 58 74760724 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/2 108 142578

61 140488 PulleryTransaxle 109 140929 64 137649 Shaft Asm Brake Parking Clutch 110 88652 65 67609 Bolt Shoulder -- 140343

66 140296 Washer Hardened 67 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga

68 5142H Pin Roll

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Washer

Console Hydro Fender Plate Console Shift

Locknut Hex W/Washer Insert Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 3 Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 Nut Lock Hex 7/16 Bracket Transaxle Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 12 Ga

Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bracket Torque RH

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 Bracket Mount Torque/Fan

Strap Torque Mid Spacer

Screw #10-24 x 1-1/4 Fan 7" Hydro

Adapter Fan

Pulley Idler Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 UNC

Keeper Belt Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 2-3/4

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 1.25 Link Shift Asm

Fastner Christmas Tree Screw Set 5/16-18 x 1.5

Washer Nickel Plated

Bearing Trust Bracket Shift

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

Washer Compression Washer Bellville

Nut Hex Nylok Nut Hex Jam 5/16-18

Bracket Idler Screw Tap 1/4-20 x 1/2

Fitting Vent Hose Vent Hose

Cap Vent Hose Spring Return Brake

Bolt

Transaxle Hydro

REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

33"

17 _ 14

1313

6 /"

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REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,251490

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON

1 121472X

2 137094

3 6855M

4 136960

5 136959 6 6266H

7 121748X

8 12000029

9 121232X 10 74781044 11 136518 12 73901000 13 121749X 14 10040600 15 73610600 16 145103

17 137347

18 137155 19 146611

20 145182 21 100711L

22 1554J

23 17431008 24 19133808 25 74780616 26 126805X 27 3366R 28 17490612 29 104239X 30 12000034 31 138136 32 19111610

33 10040500 34 74760512 35 138059 36 137156 37 73360600 38 109850X 39 73700600 40 109851X

Wheel, Steering Axle Asm., Front

Fitting, Grease Spindle Asm, LH

Spindle Asm., RH Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

Ring, Klip #T5304-75 Cap, Spindle Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4

Spacer, Brg. Axle Front Nut, Lock Range 5/8-11 Unc

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut, Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Shaft Asm., Steering

Rod Asm., Tie Ball J Ball Vgt (Inc. Key No. 36-40)

Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt Support Asm., Steering Vgt Column, Steering

Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strg. BIk Screw, Slftp #10-16 x 1/2 Ty-b

Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Ga.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5 Cap, Wheel Steering

Bearing, Col. Strg. Screw, Thrdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bearing, Flange Ring, Klip Truarc #5304-75 Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32x 1 x 10 Ga. Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

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

Gear, Sector Steering

Tie Rod Jam Nut RH Thread

Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread Jam Nut LH Thread Joint Asm. Ball LH Thread

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 141948

2 144110

3 13240300

4 13280328

5 13200300

6 138129

8 121361X 9 145109

10 105432X

11 137140

12 136907 13 138486 14 138487 15 151346 16 109227X

17 106082X 18 151296 19 13290300

20 133439 21 17720410 22 138672 23 19132616

24 11050600 25 73610600 26 3645J 27 139277

28 7834R 29 132920

30 105037X 32 17490508

34 17720408 35 10040500 36 74570512 37 123487X

39 17490624 40 17490652 41 126197X 42 10040700

43 71170768 45 128861 62 137373

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Engine Kohler 18 HP Model MV18S-58560

Muffler Asm Kohler VGT (Inc. Key No. 34)

Elbow Street 3/8 NPT Nipple Pipe 3/8NPT X 3 - 1/2

Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT Clamp Tube Double Engine Pulley V-Idler Stop Keeper Asm VGT Bushing

Clutch Electric Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

Baffle Air LH Koh VGT Baffle Air RH Koh VGT Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YI'/GT

Pad Spacer Pad Spacer Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge Vented Plug Oil Drain

(Order From Engine Manufacturer) Control Throttle

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4 - 20 X 5/8 Control Choke

Washer 13/32 X 1 - 5/8 X 16 Ga

Lockwasher Ext Tooth 3/8 Nut Fin Hex 3/8 - 24 UNF

Bushing Stem Tank Fuel

Fuel Line Spark Arrester Kit

Strip Foam Screw Thdrol 5/16 - 18 X 1/2

Screw Thd Cut 1.4 - 20 x 1/2

Washer Lock 5/16

Screw Hex 5/16 - 16 UNC X 3/4 Clamp Hose

Screw Thdrol 3/8 - 16 X 1 - 1/2 l-r Screw Thdrol 3/8 - 16 X 3 - 1/4

Washer 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID X .250

Washer Lock 7/16 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 X 4-1/4 Ga 5 Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

Shield Heat

REPAIR PARTS

46" MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

116

117

119

18 103102

I / _, 104105

15___ 103 106

101"_ _102

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

46" MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 145008

3 138457 5 4939M

6 130832 8 850857

9 10030600

10 140296 11 145708

12 129895 13 137553

14 137152 15 110485X 16 140329 18 72140505 19 132827 20 145055 21 73680500 22 134753

23 131267 24 105304X 25 149287 26 110452X 27 145325 28 1911T016 29 131491 30 138776 31 129963 32 129207

33 137266 34 144945

35 17490628 36 19131316

37 131494

Deck Asm., Mower 46" 38 137554 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 39 144917

Retainer Spring 40 137273

Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 41 17490620

Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 42 122052X

Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 3/8 43 144949 Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 44 133943

Vented 45 145059

Blade, 46" Mower Deck 46 137729 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204 47 144959

Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 48 148763

(Includes Key No. 12) 49 73680600 Housing, Mandrel 50 72110612

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 101 145579 Stripper, Mower Round 102 71161010

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 103 10071000 Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18 104 19061216

Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" 105 130758 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 106 2029J Stiffiner, Bracket 116 137644

Bracket, Deflector 117 133957 Cap, Sleeve 118 73930600 Spring, Torsion, Deflector 119 19121414 Nut, Push 126 144948 Shield, Deflector Mower 127 146763

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. - - 143651

Rod, Hinge Screw, Hex Head, Thdroll

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented - - 147401

Pulley, Mandrel Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

Anchor, Spring Deck 46" Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Tytt Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.

Pulley, Idler, Flat

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Keeper, Belt, Idler Pulley, Idler, Driven

Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt

Spacer, Retainer Arm, Idler Secondary Washer, Hardened

Cover, Mandrel Deck

Screw, ThdrolL 1/4-20 x 5/8

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Primary

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

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

Cover, Mulching

Screw Washer, Lock #10

Washer

Latch Asm. Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Arm, Idler, Primary Deck 46"

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim. 4.25

Mandrel Asm 44"/50" Service

(Includes Key Nos. 8-10, 12-15, 31

and 33)

Deck Complete (Std. Deck-Order

separately mulcher plate and gauge

wheel components Key Nos. 101-

106 and 116-118)

REPAIR PARTS

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140124 2 140551 3 140675 4 127018X 5 145006 6 73680600

7 124181X 8 150176

10 140552 12 121246X

13 121248X 14 72050411

DESCRIPTION

Seat Bracket, Pivot Seat Strap, Fender

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 X .62 Clip, Push In Hinged

Nut,Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric Spring, Seat Cprsn

Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 w/Sems Pan, Seat Bracket, Mounting Switch

Bushing, Snap Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-3/8

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

15 121249X 16 123740X

17 123976X 18 19171912 19 120068X

20 124238X

21 139888 22 73680500

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Spacer, Split Spring, Cprsn

Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.

Knob, Seat 1/2-13 Unc Cap, Spring Seat

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 Uric Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

REPAIR PARTS

DECALS

18 6 3 7 15

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

15 7 4 13

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 138955

2 149516 3 146705 4 146706 5 140837 Decal 6 133644 Decal

7 138048 Decal 8 151441 Decal 9 146709 Decal

10 137537 Decal 11 4900J Decal

12 146790 Decal 13 151401 Decal 14 139346 Decal 15 142243 Decal 16 151302 Decal

Decal, Operating Instruction Decal, Battery DNGR/PSN/Acme Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH

Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH

Brake Parking Saddle Maintenance

Side Panel Ins. Hood Fender, Craftsman Caution

Clutch/Brake V-Belt Drive Schematic Chassis, Hydro 46"

V-Belt Schematic Hood Insert Hd GT Deck Mower EZ3 Polo

16 KEY PART

NO. NO.

17 52-113-50 18 146710

19 138047

20 151448 21 142336 22 142342 23 106202X 24 150333 25 149918

-- 138311

-- 145245

-- 145247

-- 151431

-- 151432

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Eng Craftsman Koh Decal, Insert Strg

Decal, Battery Decal, Grille GT IPC

Decal, SDL Cold Start Decal, Drawbar CNTRL

Reflector, Taillight Decal, Cap Cnsmr Help Line

Decal, Fend Auto Trans Srs Gold

Decal, Handle LFT Hieght Adj. (Lift

Handle)

Pad Footrest Fastener Pop-in Footrest

Manual, Owner's (Eng) Manual, Owner's (Span)

WHEELS & TIRES

2 _ 5,8

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 2 65139 3 106230X

4,10

4 8134H

5 106228X427

6 6856M

7 9040H

8 106277X427

9 105588X

10 7154J 11 104757X

-- 144334

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Cap, Valve, Tire

Stem, Valve Tire, Front Tube, Front (Service Item Only)

Rim Assembly, Front

Fitting, Grease

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Rim Assembly, Rear

Tire, Rear

Tube, Rear

Cap Hub Axle BLK 1.50 x 1.00

Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube)

REPAIR PARTS

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

42 43

35 17

12_ 24

25 26

20 19 18

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 24 73350800

2 145542 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 25 130171

3 121002X Lever Asm., Lift Rh 26 73800800 4 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 27 12000037

5 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4x 16 Ga. 28 19151216 6 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 29 110810X

7 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 30 110807X 8 122365X Button,.Plunger 31 19131016

9 122364X Plunger, Lever Lift 32 137150

10 2876H Spring 2-1/8" 33 76020308 11 146704 Link Lift 34 137167

12 3146R Retainer, Spring 35 138057 13 139868 Arm, Suspension Vgt 36 17490612

14 140302 Bearing, Pvt. Lift Spherical 37 120529X 15 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 38 123933X505

16 674A247 Spring Asm., Assist Lift 39 123935X 17 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 40 17490512

18 143363 Bracket, Spring Assist 41 73540600 19 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 42 19112410

20 5328J Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist 43 123934X 21 74760616 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

22 127218 Link, Front 23 4939M Retainer, Spring

NOTE: At!component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion

Nut, LockW/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

Ring, Klip #T5304-37

Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Trunnion, Dp Stop Dbl Thds Pit

Nut, Special

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

Spring, Compression Inf Hgt

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod, Adj Lift Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer, Nylon

Pointer, Pnt Height Indicator

Plug, Hole Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga.

Scale, Indicator Height

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 210-3010

116

/ 36

\ 73

38 3940 46

_" _72

21 22

103

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 210-3010

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142874 Assembly, Housing, LH 72 142903

2 142875 Assembly, Housing, RH 73 142904

16 142876 Brake Shaft Assembly 74 142905

20 142877 Axle Mounting Horn Assembly 75 142906 21 142878 Washer 1.0 x 1.63 x.08 76 142907

22 142879 Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x .09 77 142908

33 142929 Brake Yoke Assembly 78 142909 35 142880 Brake Arm 81 142910

36 142882 Puck Plate 82 142911 37 142883 Brake Puck 89 142912 38 142884 Washer 7/80.D. x 7116 x .060 91 142913

39 142885 Nut, Castle 5116-24 95 142914 40 142886 Cotter Pin 99 142915

41 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 103 142916 42 142888 Hi Pro Key 104 142917 43 142889 Spacer 106 142918

45 142890 Brake Disc 108 142919 46 142891 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 109 142920

47 142892 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1 110 142921 49 142893 Differential Assembly 111 142922

63 142894 Dowel Pin 113 142923 64 142896 Reduction Gear, 117 142925

65 142897 Final Drive Pinion Assembly 119 142927 67 142898 Jackshaft 121 142928

68 142899 O-Ring 69 142900 Washer 5/8 X 1-5/32

70 142901 Washer 7/8 X 1-1/2 71 142902 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3.5

14 Teeth to 38 Teeth 118 142926

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Locknut, Hex 5/16-18 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Washer, Differential

Shoulder Bolt Freewheel Actuating Arm

Oil Seal .625 x 1.0 x .25 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-3/4 Bolt 5/16-18 x 4-1/2

Filter, Spin On Pump, BDU-10L-118 Plug, Straight Thread

Washer 11/32 x 9/16 Washer

Vent Cap Assembly Fitting O-Ring Assembly

Control Arm Set Screw Filter Head Hose 5/16 x 12

Fitting, 90° 7/8 SAE Fitting, 90° 9/16 SAE

Fitting, 90° SAE, #6 Flare, Male Fitting, 90° SAE, #6 Flare, Female

Wire Retaining Ring

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

HYDRO GEAR PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-118

KEY NO.

1 2 3

4 5 6 8

14 15 17 19

22 23

PART

NO.

144569 122716×

122745X 122715X

122700X

122699X 122767X 122717X 122748X 122749X 144571 122770X 144572 122722X

144573 142978

DESCRIPTION

Shaft, Pump Ring, Retaining

Bearing, Ball Spacer Seal, Lip

Ring, Retaining Bearing, Cradle Seal, Lip Arm, Trunnion

Guide, Slot Housing Kit, Transmission

Bearing, Thrust, Ball Center Section Kit

Seal, Lip

Shaft, Motor

Washer, Block Thrust

KEY PART NO. NO.

25 127148X 32 142938 37 122786X 38 122718X

42 144578 43 144578

44 144579

47 122752X 53 127153X

60 142977 62 144581

63 144582 64 144583

67 144584

-- 144576

DESCRIPTION

Swashplate, Variable Block Assembly

Pin, Stainless, Headless Gasket, Center Section

Check Valve Kit Check Valve Kit

Charge Relief Kit Screw, Socket Head, Cap

Bypass Valve Kit Block Spring

O-Ring

Charge Pump Kit Geroter Assembly

Screw, Socket Head, Cap

Pump Assembly, Complete

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

AIR INTAKE I

BAFFLES AND SHROUD I

--5

BREATHER AND VENT I

--11

_--12

_/ .. 14 15

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

AIR INTAKE

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. NO. NO.

X-276-7

52 755 83

3 52 096 35 Cover, Air Cleaner 4 X-67-83 4 52 123 21 Tube, Air Intake 5 231032 Seal, Element Cover 5 52 755 70 6 52 082 04 Cover, Air Cleaner Element

7 45 083 01 Pre+Cleaner 6 52 217 01

8 45 083 02 Element 7 52 468 16 9 237423 Seal, Air Cleaner Cover 8 52 086 11

10 X-67-98 Screw, Hex Washer Head 9 52 124 23

11 52 201 06 12 277093 13 52 054 39 14 X-25-79

15 X-50-37

16 X-50-57 17 X-22-9

18 25041 06

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 25 113 15 Decal, Air Cleaner

-- 5211330 Decal

Wing Nut 1/4-20 1 52 063 41

Kit, Cover and Tube 2 52 313 05 (Includes Key Numbers 3 and 4) 3 52 063 42

#10-32 x 9/16 (4)

Base, Air Cleaner Gasket, Air Cleaner (2) Elbow, Air Intake Washer, Plain #10 Screw, Slotted Pan Head

#10-32 x 2-1/4 Screw, Slotted Pan Head #10-32 x 1-3/4 (2)

Washer, Lock, Internal Tooth

#10 (2)

Gasket, Air Cleaner Elbow

BAFFLES & SHROUD

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 52 113 46 Decal, Horsepower (3)

BREATHER & VENT KEY PART

NO. NO.

X-81-1

X+25-12

52 096 18

52 055 01

X-352-39

6 52 326 12 7 52 096 08 8 52 032 04 9 52 462 01

10 52 096 22 11 275220

DESCRIPTION

Baffle, #2 Cylinder Head Grommet (2)

Baffle, Fuel Pump Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 7/16 (14) Kit, Blower Housing

(Includes Key Numbers 6 thru 8) Support, Upper Housing Washer, Flat (2) Screw 1/4-20 x 5/8 (6) Baffle, #1 Cylinder Head

DESCRIPTION

Nut, Hex 1/4-20 (2) Washer, Plain 1/4 (2) Cover, #2 Cylinder Valve

Gasket, Cover (3)

Stud, #2 Cylinder Valve Cover

1/4-20 x 2-1/4

Hose, Breather

Cover, #1 Upper Cylinder Valve

Seal, Breather

Valve, Umbrella

Cover, #1 Lower Cylinder Valve

Stud, #1 Cylinder Valve Cover

1/4-20 x 3-1/4

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

CRANKCASE I

1D--

CARBURETOR J

/ 10

O/_ 14

@_ 35

_--- 3.6

_', w •

I 11 12 /

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

CRANKCASE

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO.

1 X-82-2

2 52 468 12 3 82 755 16

4 5201605 5 52 031 01 6 52 316 06 7 52 755 50 8 52 072 12

9 25 086 12 10 X-269-43 11 52 078 05

12 52 030 10

52 030 11

52 030 12

13 25 086 10 14 2508613

15 52 141 02

16 5213908

17 25 086 11 18 5203210

19 82 755 17

20 ---

Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) 1 52 041 09 Washer, Flat 5/16 (12) 2 52 755 91

Kit, #1 Cylinder Barrel

(Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6) 3 52 164 15 Valve, Exhaust 4 X-21-1

Insert, Valve Seat (2) 5 X-6-29

Guide, Valve (2) 6 X-75-23 Kit, Oil Relief

Step Stud 5/16-18 x 3/4, 7 235778 3/8-16 x 5/8, 2" Long (12) 8 X-67-97 Screw, Hex Flange 5/16-18 x 2 (2) Ring, Retaining 9 41 072 19 Shaft, Governor 10 52 063 40

Bearing, Sleeve, Standard (2) tl 25 155 02 Bearing, Sleeve .010" (2) 12 52 853 25

Bearing, Sleeve .020" (2) Screw, Hex Flange 13 271030

5/16-18 x 1-1/2 (3) 14 52 053 54 Screw, Hex Flange 3/8-16 x 3-5/8 (2) O-Ring 15 25 041 06

Plug 16 X-77-2 Screw, Hex Flange 17 232867 5/16-18 x 3-1/2 (8) 18 X-67-62

Seal, Oil, Front Kit, #2 Cylinder Barrel

(Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6) Crankcase (Service with Short Block, Part Number 82 522 30)

CARBURETOR

19 25 086 27 20 25 146 O3 21 52 144 24 22 25 368 01 23 25 069 02 24 25 086 26 25 25 089 04 26 25 368 03

27 25 069 02 28 52 090 13 29 25 089 03 30 25 194 01 31 25 146 02

32 25 041 04 33 25 757 09

34 25 104 01 35 25 041 03 36 25 100 05

Gasket, Intake (2) Kit, Manifold

(Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 8) Manifold, Intake

Washer, Lock 5/16 (4) Screw, Hex Cap 5/16-18 x 2 (4) Plug, Hex, Countersunk

1/8 N.P.T.F.

Clamp, Cable (2) Screw, Hex Washer Head

#10-24 x 3/8 (2) Stud 5/16-18 x 1 (2)

Baffle, Carburetor Connector, Hose

Kit, Carburetor with Gasket (Includes Key Numbers 12 thru 14)

Gasket, Carburetor (2) Carburetor Assembly (Information

Only - Not Available Separately)

(Includes Key Numbers 18 thru 35)

Gasket, Air Cleaner

Nut 5/16 (2) Strap, Lifting Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 3/4 Screw, Throttle and Choke Plate (4)

Plate, Choke Shaft, Throttle with Lever and Seal

Needle, Idle Fuel Adjust Spring, Idle, Fuel Screw, Idle Speed Adjust Spring, Idle Speed

Needle, Main Fuel Spring, Main Fuel

Lever, Choke Spring, Choke, Friction Ball, Choke, Friction Plate, Throttle Gasket, Bowl

Kit, Float Bowl, Fuel

Gasket, Bowl Retainer Screw Screw, Bowl Retainer

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 25 757 11 Kit, Carburetor Repair

- - 25 757 23 Kit, Bowl Baffle

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

CRANKSHAFT I

DIPSTICK I

1-- --6

CYLINDER HEAD I

ELECTRIC STARTER I

I _o 9

EXHAUST I

4--

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART DESCRIFRON KEY PART NO. NO. NO. NO.

1 52 014 93

2 52 468 03

52 468 04

52 468 05

DIPSTICK KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 52 038 14 2 X-25-44

3 52 032 14 4 41 15301 5 52 126 11

6 52 123 20 7 47 139 01

CYLINDER HEAD

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 52 041 2O 2 52 015 08 3 220534 4 41 066 O2

Crankshaft

Washer, Thrust .119/.122 (A.R.) Washer, Thrust .128/. 131

Washer, Thrust .137/.140 (A.R.)

DESCRIPTION

Dipstick Assembly

WlnCludesKey Numbers 2 and 3)

asher, Plain 5/16

Seal, Rubber O-Ring

Bracket, Oil Tube Support Tube, Oil Fill 11-7/8

Plug, Hex, Countersunk 3/4 N.P.T.F.

DESCRIPTION

Gasket, Head (2)

Cylinder Head (2) Washer, Plain 5/16 (18) Screw, Hex Head

5/16-18 x 1-1/2 (18)

ELECTRIC STARTER

5209812

X-20-1

X-81-1

82 755 26

52 081 07

52 170 05

52 211 01

52 227 10

82 755 28

NOTILLUSTRATED

-- 2545003 Tag, Caution

EXHAUST KEY PART

NO. NO.

52 126 12

X-25-72

2 3

52 086 11

52 041 14

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

DESCRIPTION

Starter Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 9)

Washer, Lock 1/4 (2)

Nut, Hex 1/4-20 (2) Kit, Drive

Cap, Drive End Armature

Bolt, Thru (2) Cap, Commutator End

Kit, Brush

DESCRIPTION

Bracket Washer, Plain (3)

Screw 1/4-20 x 5/6 (3)

Gasket, Exhaust (2)

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

GOVERNOR

IGNITION J

27.

19 18

_20

13 17

FUEL PUMP J

FLYWHEEL J

e)-- 3

10_

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

FLYWHEEL FUEL PUMP KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO. NO.

1 25 162 01 Screen, Grass

2 25 086 21 Screw, Hex Washer Head 3 25 112 04 Spacer (4)

4 2515701 Fan

5 25 086 24 Screw, Hex Machine 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 6 52 488 15 Washer, Plain

7 X-286-17 Key, Square 3/16 x 7/8 8 52 025 36 Flywheel

GOVERNOR

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 231355 2 X-25-12

3 237022 4 A-235743-S 5 52 078 04 6 X-25-102 7 X-269-28 8 X-25-72

9 52 090 23

10 277341 11 52 158 O7 12 2508615

13 52 089 07 14 X-81-1

15 X-25o63 16 52 186 09

17 52211 04 18 25 141 O3

19 25 158 O8 20 52 079 07 21 52 079 06 22 52 090 14 23 52 089 08 24 25 086 21

25 X-67-97 26 235778

27 25 431 01 28 X-70-3 29 52 086 05

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

DESCRIPTION

Pin, Governor Stop Washer, Plain 1/4 Washer, Thrust

Kit, Governor Gear

Shaft, Governor Cross Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)

Retainer, Governor

Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)

Lever, Speed Control

Washer, Tension

Bushing, Throttle Control Lever

Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 1 Spring, Governor

Nut, Hex 1/4-20 Washer, Plain 1/4 Arm, Governor

Screw, Round Head, Square Neck

1/4-20 x 1

Ring, Retaining (4)

Bushing, Linkage Retaining (4) Linkage, Governor

Linkage, Throttle

Lever, Throttle Spring, Torsion

Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 5/8

Screw, Hex Washer Head #10-24 x 3/8 (3)

Clamp, Cable (3) Bushing, Speed Control Lever

Nut, Hex #10-32 Screw, Hex Head #10-32 x 7/8

1 47 086 08 2 52 559 01 3 X-380-1

4 X-25-63 5 25 041 09 6 25 155 02 7 X-426-9 8 52 353 18 9 25 050 03

10 15 353 04

IGNITION KEY PART

NO. NO.

25 755 03

X-132-5

236602

237878

X-67-51

210281

X-67-64

8 41 155 03

9 220297 10 52 313 02 11 5213202

12 52 126 08

13 25 086 15 14 52 584 02

15 25 086 16

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 47 518 33 Lead, Violet, Rectifier-Regulator

- - 52 518 19 Lead, White, Module To Connector

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Screw, Pozidriv, Truss Head

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

Pump, Fuel Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 6) Connector, Straight Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)

Gasket, Fuel Pump Connector, Hose

Clamp, Hose (4)

Line, Fuel, 8"

Filter, Fuel

Line, Fuel, 11-1/2"

DESCRIPTION

Kit, Rectifier-Regulator

(Includes Key Number 2)

Screw, Hex Cap 1/4-20 x 5/8 (2)

Connector, 3 Contact

Kit, Stator (Includes Key Number 5)

Screw, Hex Cap #10-24 x 3/4 (2)

Clip (2)

Screw, Hex Washer Head

#10-32 x 7/16

Connector, 2 Contact

Grommet, Rubber

Grommet

Spark Plug (2)

Bracket, Module

Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 1 (2)

Module, Ignition

Screw, Hex Washer Head

1/4-20 x 7/8 (2)

(11", !4 Gauge, Uninsulated Push

On Tab Terminals)

(19-1/2", 14 Gauge, Insulated Push

On Tab, Uninsulated Push On Tab Terminals)

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

OIL FILTER I

O,LPANI t_'

PISTON AND ROD I

CAMSHAFT AND VALVES I

, \

OIL SWITCH I

OIL PUMP I

_m3

--4

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251490

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

OIL PAN KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 X-67-64 2 52 050 03

3 52 199 14 4 X-702-14

5 52 054 07 6 X-75-38

7 X-75-10 8 52 086 12

9 52 032 10

OIL FILTER

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 52 050 02

2 82 755 23

3 X-55-15 4 X-75-23 5 52 041 16

PISTON & ROD KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 52 067 67

52 067 68

2 52 874 11

52 874 12 52 874 13 52 874 14

52 874 15 3 230004 4 52 108 09

52 108 10

52 108 11

52 108 12

DESCRIPTION

Screw, Hex Washer Head #10-32 x 7/16 (2)

Filter, Oil Pickup Oil Pan (Includes Key #4 thru 6) Plug, Cup 1-1/16

Elbow, Street Plug, Hex, Countersunk

1/4 N.P.T.F. Plug, Square Head 3/8 N.P.T.F. (2)

Screw, Hex Washer Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (9)

Seal, Oil, Rear

DESCRIPTION

Oil Filter Kit, Oil Filter Adaptor

(Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 5) Screw, Hex Socket Head

5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (2) Plug, Hex, Countersunk

1/8 N.P.T.F. Gasket, Oil Filter

DESCRIPTION

Connecting Rod, Standard (2) Connecting Rod .010" (2)

Piston with Ring Set, Standard (2) Piston with Ring Set .003" (2) Piston with Ring Set .010" (2) Piston with Ring Set .020" (2) Piston with Ring Set .030" (2) Retainer, Piston Pin (4) Ring Set, Standard and .003" (2) Ring Set •010" (2)

Ring Set .020" 12/

Ring Set .030"

LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

1 X-75-23 Plug, Pipe 1/8 N.P.T.F.

CAMSHAFT&VALVES

KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 52 012 09 * Camshaft

2 52 019 03 * Tappet (4) 3 41 755 10 Kit, Retainer (4)

.4 52 413 01 Rotator, Exhaust Valve (2)

5 25 089 01 Spring, Valve (4) 6 52 016 05 Valve, Exhaust (2) 7 52 017 08 Valve, Intake (2) 8 52 032 13 Seal, Intake Valve Stem (2) 9 230011 Retainer, Intake Valve (2)

• After serial no. 24082000 use:

1 52 012 11 Camshaft

2 52 019 02 Tappet

OIL PUMP

KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

X-280-25

52 144 05

52 422 01

52 043 05

52 393 09

52 096 03

X-67-64

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 82 522 30 Short Block

- - 52 755 94 Gasket Set RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1150-1650

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Pin, Roll Shaft, Oil Pump

Spacer, Shim (As Required, Maximum of 2)

Gear, Oil Pump Rotor Set

Cover, Oil Pump Screw, Hex Washer Head

#10-32 x 7/16 (4)

High Speed: 3200-3400

SERVICE NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

SIGHTING

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE.

NOT ACROSS HILL

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

CRAFTS

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.251490

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-659-5917

18.5 HP TWIN CYLINDER ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

HYDROSTATIC (AUTOMATIC) GARDEN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number.

The model number for your tractor will be found on the

model plate located under the seat. The model number for your engine will be found on the

blower housing of the engine. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

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

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

• PRODUCT- TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER - 917.251490

• ENGINE MODEL NO. - MV18S-58560

• PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to you, we service what we sell.

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Craftsman 917.251490 User Manual

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Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual