Craftsman 917.251492 User Manual

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ODEL 917.251492

®Assembly

Operation

Customer Responsibilities

®Service and Adjustments ®Repair Parts

OWNER'S MANUAL

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

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE,C_LLTHIS TOLLFREE NUMBER: 1,800-659-5917

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SAFETY RULES

_ 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 1N SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

!. GENERAL OPERATION ' Read, understand,.and follow all Instruct_on_-_the manual

and on the mach{he before starting. _.

• Only allow responsible adu{ts, 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 suretheareaisclear ofotherpeople before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

° Donotmow in reverse unlessabsolutely necessary. Always

lookdown 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.

• "rumoff blades when not mowing. ° Stop engine before removing grass catcher or'unclogging

chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificiallight.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near orcrossing 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. Taftgrass can htde obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a !owgear so that you wilfnot 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 mactltne.

• 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:

° Donot turn onslopes unlessnecessary andthen, turnslowly

and gradual y downhil, if possible.

° Do not mow near' drop-oils, ditches, or embankments. The

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced tractioncould cause sliding..

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot or}the ground.

° Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

ill. CHILDREN

_r_gtc 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 underthe watchful care of another responsible adulL

• Be alert and turn machine off if childrenenter the area_

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

• Never carry children., They may fall off and be seriously injuredor interfere with safe machine operation°

• Never allow children to operate the machine,.

° Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Useextra care inhandlinggasoline and otherfuels.. They are flammableand 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 storethe machine or fuel container inside where

• Never run a machine inside a closed area_

° Keepnuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

° Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper ° Keep machine free ofgrass, leaves, orother debris build-up.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you stdke an object.

• Never make adjustmentsor repairswith the engine running.

• Grasscatcher componentsare subjecttowear, damage,and

• Mower blades are sharp and can cuL Wrap the blade(s) or

• Check brake operation frequently_ Adjust and service as

I " Look for this symbol to point out im"' I i CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERTt!! YOUR

! SAFETY IS INVOLVED. ...........................

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

and keep equipment in good conditlon_

operation regularly Clean 0il or fuel spillage.. Allow machine to cool before

storing_

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replacewith manufacturer's recommended parts,when nec-

essary.

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

required_

& portant safety p_ecautions. It means

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CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug spark plug In order to prevent accidental

wireand place wirewhereit cannot contact

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

& WARNING A .....

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

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm. ..................................................................

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sear_ Authorized

Service Center/Department Department. V_h.ave com- petent, well-trained technicians and the prol_ertools to

service or repair this tractor. ,;. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions wil! enable you to assemble and maintain your tractoi-properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 185

GASOLINE CAPACITY , 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API_SF/SG): SAE30 (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 (GAP: ,025")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: _003"- _006"

EXHAUST: ,.013" - ,016"

SERIAL NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE THE MODELAND SERIALNUMBERS WILLBE FOUND

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD; 0- 5,7

REVERSE: 0- 2_t

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSt

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details°

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 unimprovedforest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cow ered land unless the engine's exhaust system isequipped

MIN_ CCA: 240 CASE SIZE: U_R

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

o Read and observe the safety rules° ° Foltowaregular schedule inmaintaining, caring for and

using your tractor.

° Follow the instructionsunder "Customer Responsibili-

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

(ifany)° Ifa spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.,

In the state of California the above is r_.quired by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code)° Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/ Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)..

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, ifthisCraftsman Riding Equipmentis maintained,lubricatedand tuned up according

to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears willrepair or replace, free ofcharge, any partsfound to be defective in material

orworkmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

° Expendable items whichbecome worn duringnormal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc. o Tire replacement or repair caused by puncturesfrom outside objects,such as nails,thorns, stumps, or glass.

° Repairs necessary because ofoperator abuse, negligence,improper storage or accidentor the failure to maintain the

equipmentaccording to the instructions contained inthe owner'smanual..

° Ridingequipment used for commercial or rentalpurposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

workmanshipand our testing determines thebattery willnot 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 SERVtQE 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.

Thts Warranty gives you speciftc legal dghts, 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

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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 A

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

RemovatlReplacement .............24

Mower Drive

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

Mower Blade Ddve

Removal/RePlacement .............23

Blade:

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

Replacement ...................................t8

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

TransaxIe ...........................................19

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

Electrical:

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

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

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

Engine:

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

Air Screen .......................................L............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 ..............................................................t5

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 ....................................... 2t

Mowing Tips ......................................... I6

: 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

I_'TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 29-30

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

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

RARTS ORDERINGtSERVICE ............... BACK COVER

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

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

Options:

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

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

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

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

Parts, Rep[acemenURepair °........... 31-47

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

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

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

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

Service and Adjustments .................2t-27

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

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

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

Hood Removal/Insta_|ation ................26

Motion Drive Belt

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

Mower Ddve Belt

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

Mower Blade Drive Belt

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

Mower Adjustment

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

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

Mower Removal/installation .......... 21

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Troubleshooting Chart .................... 29_0

Transaxle ...................................................i19

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

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

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

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AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available throughmost Sears retailoutlets 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

SPARK PLUG

GAS CAN

ENGINEOIL

FUELSTABILIZER AIR FILTER

_AINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE r'

Sears offersawide variety of attachments that fit yourtractor.,Many of these are listedbelow withbrief explanations of how they can heiR

you° This list was current _t the time of publication;however, it may change tnfuture yea_ _more attachments may be added, change_

may be made in these attachments, orsome may no longer be available orfit 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 thatdo are indicated) and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching_ AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn.. Tapered

2,5-inch steel spikes mounted on lO-inch diameter discs puncture

holes insoll atcloseintervals tolet moisture soak in Steelwetght tray

for increasedpenetration,

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage. CARTSmake haultng easy. Variety ofsizes available, plusaccesso-

riessuch as sidepanel kits, tool caddy, cart cover, protectivemat and dolly. CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil toallow moisture

andnutrientsto reach grass roots. 36-inch swath. 24 hardenedsteel

coring tips. !50 tb. capacity weight tray.

DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel bladesthat angle from10to 20degrees, 40 inches wide Can hook 2 units intandem. (Requires

sleeve hitch,)

DOZER BLADE removes snow; grades dirt, sand and gravel, 48 incheswide,17incheshigh,clears44-tnch pathwhenangled,Master liftcontrollever for operatorease, Spring trip for snow removal on uneven pavement;built-infloat for blade to follow groundcontour. Reversible,replaceablescraperbar, (Use withtire chainsend wheel welghtsand/or rear drawbarwelghto)

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain.

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at once, such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with

rollers, cartsor other heavy attachments)_ MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosenssoi! and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surfacefor easy pickup Twentyspringline

teeth°Usefulto preparebareareas for seeding. Available forfront or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING

TINE DETHATCHERcovers36-inchwidepathandtossesthatchinto

largehopper, Mounts behind tractor PLOW turnssoil 6 inchesdeep, cuts10-]nch furrow, Crankadjust-

mentcontrolsdepth,3-positionyokesetswidth.Heavysteel landside forstraightfurrowing° (Requiressleeve hitch,)

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and.unload tractorfrom a

_.pickuptruck, Use with2x 8 or2 x 10 lumber,

REARGRADER BLADE is42 Inches wideand operatedfromdriver's seal Revers_le steelbladecan be angled at30 degreesforgrading_

Reversesfor pushingsnow backwards, (Requiressleevehitch) ROLLER for smootherlawn surface. 36-1nchwide,18-inchdtameter

water-tightdrum holds up to 390 lbs_of weight. Rounded edges preventharmto turf, Adjustable scraper automaticallycleansdrum

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR Is 43 Inches wide. Prepares ground for

seeding, helpsweedcontrol,Steelframe holds 5 adjustable sweeps.

Adjusts vertically,horizontally, (Requires sleeve hitch,) Optional

accessory: steel furrowopenerfor wider openings for potatoes,

corn,and otherdeep-seededcrops,

SLEEVE HITCH for use withmasterliftsystem Singlepincouples/

uncouples,

SNOWTHROWER has 42-_nchswath, Drum-type auger handles

powderyandwet/heavy snow. Mountseasilywithsimplepinarrange-

ment, Dischargechuteadjustsfrom tractor seat, 6-inch diameter

spoutdtschargessnow10 to 50 feet,, Liftcontrolledat tractorseat,

(Use withchainsand wheel weightsand/orrear drawbarweight.)

SPRAYERS use 12-voltDCelectricmotor that_onnectstothetractor

battery or other 12wolt soume, Includes booms for automatic

spraying andhandheld wandfor spotspraying° Wand hasadjustable

spraypattern. For applying herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and

liquid fertilizers°

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertltiztng, and weed killing

easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-icers and

sand.

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.

TILLER has8hpengineto prepareseed beds,cultivate, and compost

garden residue. Chain-drive transmission.Six 11-inch diameterone

pieceheat-treated steel tines. T_lls 30-inch path. (Requires sleeve

hitch°) Oruse 5 hptow-behind TILLER with 36-Inch swath toprepare

seed beds, cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own

built-in itff and depth controlsystem and does NOT require a sleeve

hitch. Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor, Simply hook upto the

tractor drawbar and go! Optional accessories for5 hp tiller convert

unit for dethatchtng,aerating, htllingo..withouttools,

TIRE CHAINSare heavyduty;closelyspacedextra-largecrossIinks

give smooth ride, outstandingtraction,

TRACTOR CAB has heavydutyvinylfabric over tubularsteelframe,

ABS plasttctop;clear plasticwindshieldoffers360 degree visibility

Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm and dry

Remove vinyl sides and windshieldsfor use as sun protectorin

summer. Optional aocessorles Include: tinted/tempered solid

safety glass windshieldwith hand operatedwiper;,12-volt amber

cautionlight for mounting on cab top,

VACS for powerfulcollectionof heavygrassclippingsand leaves

Optional wand attachment topickupdebrisin hard-to.reachplaces,

VAC/CHIPPER includesachipper-shredder,

WEIGHTBRACKET for drawbarforsnow removalapplications,Can

be mounted on front of tractorfor plowlngapplications, Uses (1) 55 Ib°weight,

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheelsprovideneeded tractionfor snow removalordozing heavy materials

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

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Parts Bag contents shown fu!l size

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-"_

Knob!iiY !

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

Parts packed separately in carton

Steering Plate

Wheel

_ Mulcher

,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Seat

Video

Cassette

(2) Screws #10 x5/8

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

(3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

(2) Lock Washers #10

(2) Weld Nuts #10 i

I_lltlltil{!i!llilllililitf0

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

(2) Hex:Nuts 1/4-20

Manual Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

x 718 x 14 Gauge

\ _///(2) Gauge Q (2) Center-

t_wm(2) Front Link Assemblies

_/_ Steering

u u Assemblys

Wheels lock Nuts

Wheel

Insert (2) Latch Hook

(2) Keys

(2) Washers 9132 x 5/8

x 16 Gauge

(2) Lock Washers 1/4

Steering

Sleeve

Slope Sheet

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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 prop_ertightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSP_._BLY

A socket wrench set wi!l make assembly easie_i, Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(2) 7/16" wrenches (1) Tire pressure gauge (1) 9/16" wrench (1) Utility knife

('1) t/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 CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

o Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

o Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four comers

of carton, and lay panels flat.

° Remove mower and packing materials°

° Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFFSKID

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 steedng shaft° ° Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) andslide onto steering wheel adapter. ° Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt,

lock washer and large fiat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

° Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel. ° Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill

IMPORTANT: CHECK FORAND REMOVE ANYSTAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL QFF SKID,

.-_ STEERtNG WHEEL

INSERT

.,_p HEX BOLT

LOCK

,_._ WASHER

wttt=P..LADAPTER_ /

| / / STEERING

, ;;o' __.__ / SLEEVE

t t _/ /

/ t ii ! /

I /

LARGE FLAT

_, I

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section for location and function of con-

trols)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

- Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See 'q'O TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual).

° Roll tractor backwards off skid.

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ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALLSEAT (See Fig. 3)

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

nals. Before connecting batte_, re-

ii_ CAUTION: Do not short battery_ermi-

• Lifthood to raised position_

• Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec- tivecaps and discard;

° if this battery isput intoservice after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimumof one hourat 6-10 amps.

• FirstconnectRED battery cable to positive(+) battery terminalwithhexbolt, flat washer, lock washer andhex

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat- teryterminal 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).

° Inspectionfor corrosion. ° Testing battery°

° Jumping (ifrequired).

• Periodic charging.

DISCARD TERM,NAL "\. ._ HEX PROTECTIVE CAPS \ _ "'=""'_/ BOLT

move metal bracelets, wristw_t¢h bands, rings, etc.

Positive te_-minal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.

HIIH III I LI I I II

LOCK FLAT

HEX NUT WASHER WASHER

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 ioosely,

Do not tighten_ o Tighten shoulder bolt securely. ° Lower seat intooperating position and sit on seat°

° Slide seat until acomfortable position isreached 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

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractorwere overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes, Correct tire pressure is important for' best cuttingperformance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

FLAT WASHER

TERMINAL .... ",_ !_/_ .._.JL.=_e _

ACCESS.'FL.. jj_'J!_,

DOOR _. __<:_ _ PosmvE

_.._.._/__ v - (RED)

FIG. 2

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

BRAKE" inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual

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INSTALL MOWER _'_AND DRIVE BELl: (See " Figs. 4 and 7)

Be sure tractoris on level surface and mowe_suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. E_gage park-

ingbrake. '_: .

o Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway barand belts°

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

• Slide mower undertractorwith discharge guardto 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.

o tnstail secondfront linkinL,H. front suspensionbracket

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. ° Placethe L.H.suspension arm on inward pointing deck

pin. Ifnecessary, rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm° Retain with

double loop retainer spring with loops down as shown.

= Slide left Sideof mowerback 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

Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops

down as shown. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring° Turn height adjustment knob clocl_vise to remove

slack from mower suspensiono

Raise mower to highest position°

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

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cuttingresults mower should be properly leveled, See 'qrO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See thefigures that are shown for replacing motion, mower ddve, 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

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS (inward pointing BRACKET deck pins)

31846

CENTER

LOCKNUT

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

IDLER / PULLEY

SUSPENSION ARMS

FIG. 4

FRONT MOWER BRACKET

FRONT LINK

SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS

DISCHARGE GUARD

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and 6)

* Installtwo latch hooks to mulcher plateusing screw,

washer, !ock washer, and weld nut as sho_n.

NOTE: Pre-assembIe weld nut to latch hook b_ inserting weld nutfrom the top with hook pointingdown_

, Tighten hardware securely. o Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. * Place front of mutcher plate over front of mower deck

opening and slide intoplace, as shown.

= Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck° ° Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

guard from mower. Raise and hold CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate whde 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: Itis not necessary to change blades. The mulcher

blades are designed for' discharging and bagging also_

LOCK WASHER

HOOK POINTS

HOOK

WELD

NUT

LATCH

WASHER

MULCHER PLATE

WELD NUT DOWN FROM THE TOP,

LOCK

WASHER

SCREW

WASHER

'_'-'--SCREW

FIG. 5

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

LATCH HOOKS

FIG. 6

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFAC TIONFROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been compietedo v" 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. v" 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),

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

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/ Check widngo See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

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

drive position.

WHILE LEARNtNG HOW TOUSE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level. 4" 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.

,/ Besure brake system is in safe operating condition° _

#" Itis importantto purge the transmission before operat-

ingyourtractorfor the first time. Follow properstarting and transmissionpurginginstructions(See "TO START

ENGINE and PURGE TRANSMISSION in Opera-

tion section ofthis manual),.

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............................ ..................................................................... i i i ,,,ll,,i,,r,jl/,i,j

OPERATm

..... i,i ii, ,llullllull,,,,,ill, : ............................

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in 5terature supplied with the product° Learn and understand they meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

FUEL

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

REVERSE

OIL PRESSURE

FORWARD FAST SLOW

CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

LOCK LOCKED

REVERSE NEUTRAL

MOWER LIFT

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

HIGH

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

LOW PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

(Hyd_ Modelsonly)

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OPERATION

KNOW YouR TRACTOR ...............................................................................

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

Compare the illustrations withyour tractor to fa_liarize yourself _ith the location of various controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

CHOKE CONTROL

LIGHT SWR"CH

CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

AMMETER

THROTTLE CONTROL

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER

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=

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the mower blades or otherattachments mountedto yourtrac-

tor.

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

brakingthe tractor and starting the engine, FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towingthe tractorwith the engine off.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER

FIG. 7

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB- Used to adjust the mower cuttingheight,

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the

engine,

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachn'lertt I[_ ]ever when changing its position,

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

direction ofthe tractor, PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into

the brake position.

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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. ALwayswear safe_y glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor

or performing any adjustments or repair_ We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard s_ty glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR'

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig, 8)

Yourtractorisequippedwithan operatorpresencesensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake willshutoffthe engine°

. Depress clutch!brakepedal intofull "BRAKE" position

and hold.

o Place parking brake lever in ,ENGAGED" position ancl

releasepressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedalshouid remainin"BRAKE" position,. Make sure parking brake

witl hold tractor secure°

PUSH IN TO ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

THROTTLE "DISENGAGE" SWITCH PULL OUT TO

CONTROL LEVER

CHOKE CONTROL..,_

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "BRAKE"

POSITION

IGNITION

MOTION CONTROL

LEVER

HEIGHT

"DRIVE" ADJUSTMENT PARKING POSITION KNOB BRAKE

"DISENGAGED .... ENGAGED"

POSITION POSITION

FIG. 8

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

° Move attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

= Depress clutch/brakepedal into fu]I"BRAKE" position, ° Move motioncontrollever to neutral (N) position_

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED,

i_ENGINE -

° Move throttle control to slow (.ga_)position,.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle contr'0l to slow (._) position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire".

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

unauthorized use.

° Never use choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Undercertain conditions when tractoris standing

idlewith the enginerunning, 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-

i CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Use choke control wheneveryou are starting a cold engine_ 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.

o Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance°

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 8)

The directionand speed of movement iscontrolledby the

motioncontrollever°

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

position°

- Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

- Slowly move motion control lever io desired position,.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8)

The cuttingheight is controlledbyturningtheheight adjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (f-_) to raise cutting heighL

- Turn knob counterclockwise (l,'_)to lower cutting height.

The cut'dng height range isapproximately 1°1t2" 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 soit conditions, height

of _rass and types of grass being mowed,, = The average tawn should be cut to approximately 2-1!2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inch_s _lbring hot months° For healthier and better Iookihg

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 heighL

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OPERATION

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)

Adjust gauge wheels with tractoron a flat level surface. = Adjust mower to desired cutting height (S_e '_,O AD-

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the*Operation section of this manual)_

° With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they areslightl_ off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with

shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 locknut and tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installinggauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

QUAKE '(

WHEEL /I ,_..\__//

318-16 LOCKNUT _,_,_

ii im II

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

li_ ...............CAUTION: Do not drive up or down I

• Choose theslowest speed before starting up or'down hills.

• Avoid stoppingorchanging speed on hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position.

• Ifstoppingis absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quicklyto brake position and engage parking

brake.

° Move motion control leverto neutral (N) position° IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, ° To restartmovement,slowlyrelease parkingbrakeand

clutch/orake pedal.

° Slowly move motioncontrollever to slowest setting, ° Make all turnsslowly.

hills with slopes greater than 15° and I do not drive across any slope. !

3/8WA H /_----/"'_

GAUGE WHEEL

FIG. 9

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 7 and 8)

Yourtractor isequipped withan operatorpresencesensing switch. Any attemptby the operator'toleave the seat with

the engine runningand the attachmentciutchengaged will

shutoffthe engine_ ° Select desired height of cut.

° Lower mower with attachment lift control,

• Start mower btades by engaging attachment ctutch

control°

° TO STOP MOWER BLADES_ disengageattachment

clutchcontrol

without either the entire grass catcher,

J '& cAU'T1ON: Do not opera't'ethe mower i

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

............charge'guard in place. . ...

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 7 and 11)

When pushing or towing yourtractor, be sure to disengage

transmissionby placingfreewheel contro!infreewheeling position_Free wheel controlislocated at the rear drawbar

of tractor.

• Raise attachment liftto 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 tsclosed

and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means oftying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

FIG. 10

_DISCHARGE

GUARD

FIG. 11

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0 EBATmON

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig_,12)

= The engine inyour tractor has been shipped,from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil

• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. ° Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the

dipstick and 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 ResponsibiliL

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 witt increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW32°F(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.

i i ill ii i i

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

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

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

fuel from the tank to the engine. = Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake_

° Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position_ ° Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position°

• Move throttle control to choke (N) position Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

° Insert keyinto ignitionand turn keyclockwiseto"START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-

onds per minute_ If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,,_)

position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the

choke (N) position and retry. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above) ° When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast

(,_) position. ° The attachments and ground drive can now be used_ If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

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

as described above° COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) ° When engine starts, allow engine to run with thethrottle

control in the choke (N) position untit the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle Control to fast (,_) position.

This may require an engine warm-up period from several second._to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

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

sion should be warmed up as follows:

° Be sure the tractor is on level ground_

• Place the motion controllever in neutral°

Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return to operating position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to warm upo This can be done during the engine warm up

period.

° The attachments can also be used during the engine

warm-up period afterthe transmission has been warmed up.

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

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

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

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual

PURGE TRANSMISSION

filler neck. Donotoverfill. Wipeoffany

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame°

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.

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OPERATION

-- _ 7 ; II,N III II III ll'l ,.,.,., , ,, ......

IMPOR;rANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEME:NT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALUATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

• Placetractorsafely onlevel surface.withengineoffand

parking brake set.

° Disengage transmission by placing freewheel,control

in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual).

= Sittinginthe tractorseat, startengine. Aftertheengine

!s running,move throttlecontroltoslow (,g_) position,

Withmotion controlleverinneutral(N) position,slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

- Move motion controllever to full forward positionand hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedurethree (3) times,

NOTE; Duringthis procedurethere willbe no movementof

drive wheels. The airisbeingremovedfrom hydraulicdrive system.

• Movemotion controlleverto neutral(N)position.Shut-

off engine and set parking brake.

° Engage transmission by placingfreewheel controlin

drivingposition(See "TO TRANSPORT" inthissection of manual).

. Sittingin the tractorseat, start engine. Aftertheengine

is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed Withmotioncontrollever inneutral(N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

° Slowly_move motion control lever' forward, after'the

tractormoves approximatelyfive (5) feet, slowly move

motion control lever to reverse position.. After' the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet returnthe

motioncontrollever tothe neutral(N) position.Repeat

this procedure with the motion controllever three (3) times,

• Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal

operation°

MOWING TIPS

° Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

is attached to tractor'.

= Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments sectionof this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be used for trim_

ruing.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

thathas been cut, Have the cut area tothe rightof the tractor This will resultin a more even distributionof

clippingsand more uniformcutting_

• When mowing large areas, startby turningto the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

fences, driveways, etcoAfter one or two rounds,mow

in the opposite direction making left hand turns until

, finished (See Fig. 13).

= tf grass is extremely tail; it shouldbe mowed twice t'o

reduce load and possiblefire hazard from dried clip- pings. Make first cutrelativelyhigh; the second tothe

desired height.

o, Do not mow grass when it iswet. Wet grass will plug

mo_verand leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

...................................................... : ii ii ii illllllllIL

• 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.

= Avoidcutting your lawn when it iswet. Wet grass tends

to form clumpsand interfereswith the mulching action. The best time to mow your'lawn isthe early afternoon.

At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun.

° For best results, adjust the mower cutting height sothat

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

blades (See Fig. 14). For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your widthof cut oneach pass and mow slowly.

° Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire that an area be mulched a second time to com- pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path,

° Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

northto south oneweek then change toeast to west the next week. This willhelp prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

MAX 1/3

FIG. 14

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CUSTOMER RESPONSmBmLBTIES

AS YOUCOMPLETE

REGULARSERVICE f __.._" _.._ _,_'._ SERVICE DATES

CheckBrakeOperation _1' V _' CheckTire Pressure _1'

T CheckforLooseFaster,e,s °_ ...... _,: j

v",

Check Battery LeveVRecharge ......

0 CleanBatteryandTerminals

R Check TransaxleCooling

Adjust BladeBelt(s)Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

CheckEngineOil Level tb/

ChangeEngineOil

[

CleanAir Filter

NEic{eanA=rScree"

G ,,,,,,!,nSPect Muffler/SPark Arrester

v" v' ......................

V'5

V" _2._ v"

v"2

IN Replace Oil Ftlter (if equipped) E Clean Engine CoolingFins

Replace Spark Plug

ReplaceAir FilterPaperCartridge

ReptaceFuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating under e heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 - Se_cB more often when operating in ditty or dusty conditions 3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oi1every 50 hours 4 - Replace blades more often when mow_ng in sandy soil.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on thistractor does not cover itemsthat have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor_ All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

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

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

andlast longer°

BEFORE EACH USE

, Check engine oil level° o Check brake operation.

o Check tire pressure. ° Check for loose fasteners°

IMPORTANT; DO NOT elL 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' v"

5 - If equipped wilh adjustable system 6 - Not mqutred if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

7 _Tighten front axle pivot belt to 35 ft -Ibs,,maximum

Do net over_lghten_

LUBRICATION CHART

(_)TIE ROD BALL JOINTS

® FRONT

BEARING ZERK

SECTOR GEAR TEETH

(_) SPRAY SILICONE LUBRICANT (MOVE BOOTS TO LUBRICATE)

® GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

® REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIB!

TRACTOR

Always observe safety ruleswhen performing any mainte- nance°

BRAKE OPERATION

tf tractorrequires more than six (6) feet stoppingdistance

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual).

TIRES

Maintain proper air pressure inall 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 boIt, tock washer and flat washer securing blade.

Install new or resharpened blade withtrailing edge up towards deck as shown.

= Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown°

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

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED_ NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is balanced,

B, ,_ _)_ MANDREL

•

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

FIG. 15

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 16)

_Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced, An

unbalancedbladewillcauseexcessive vibrationand even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

= Thebladecanbesharpenedwithafileoronagrinding

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen whiteon the mower,

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

steel bolt, pin,or a cone balancer. ('When using acone balancer, follow the instructionssupplied with bal-

ancer).

° Slide blade ontoan unthreaded portionofthe steel bolt

or pinand hold the bolt or pinparallel withthe 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 isbalanced.

NOTE: Do notusea nail for balancing blade. The lobesof

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

CENTERHOLE / /

FIG. 16

BATTERY

Your'tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodiccharging of the

batterywith 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 TERMIN_ALS

Corrosionand dirt on thebattery and _terminalscan cause

the battery to"leak" power.

= Remove terminal guard.

- Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED batter,] cable and remove battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

° Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until brighL

° Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. ,; Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" inthe

Assemblysection of this manual)° ,'

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CUSTOME BULUTmES

TRANSAXLE COOLING

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

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

possibledamage to seals, no not use highpressurewater

or steam to clean transaxle.

Inspect coolingfan to be sure fan bTadesare intact and clean.

Inspect coolingfins 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 isnot required for the life of the transaxte. Should

the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contactyour

nearest authorized service center/department.

V-BELTS

Check V-beltsfor deteriorationand wear after 100 hoursof operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts ifthey begin to slip from wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classificationSF orSG. Select theoil'sSAE viscositygrade according to your expected operatingtemperature°

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figo17)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG

• Be sure tractor is on level surface°

• Oil wil!drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container° o Remove oil fill capidipstick_ Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil,

° Remove drain plugo ° After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

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

slowly. Do not overfill For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual.

° Use gauge on oil fillcap!dipstick forchecking level. Be

sure dipstick is in all the way for accurate reading,

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

OIL DRAIN PLUG

ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK

°c -3oo -2o" .Ioo o° _o" 2o_ 3o• 40'

.........TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE ...........

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc°) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oilconsumptionwhen used above 32°F. Check your engine oillevel more frequently toavoid

possibleengine damage from runninglow 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 tractoris not used for 50 hours in one year,

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation, Tighten oil fill cap/dipsticksecurely each time you check the oil level

FIG. 17

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 18)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Ctean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

fibers°

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CUSTOMER R

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ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 18)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. Engineblower housingmust be removed. Remove side panelsandhood

(See "TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" inthe Service and Adjustmentssectionof this manual.)._

AIR SCREEN

COOLING FINS (BOTH SIDES)

FIG, 18

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 19)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air fiiten Clean thefoam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera-

tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hoursofoperationorevery season,whicheveroccursfirst.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove wing nut and cover° , Remove seal and cartridgeplate. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquiddetergent andwater.

• Squeeze itdry ina clean cloth°

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent clothand 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 wil! 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.

•" Install the air cleaner'cover and wing nut. Tightenwing nut 1/2 turn to1full tdm after nut contacts cover. Do not

overtighten.

NSIBiLITIES

FIG. 19

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replacethe engine oilfilterevery season or every otheroil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one

year.

MUFFLER Inspect and replace corrodedmufflerand sparkarrester°(if

equipped)as itcouldcreate a fire hazard and/or damage°

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 20)

The fuel filter shouldbe replaced once each season. Iffuel filter becomes clogged,obstructingfuel flow tocarburetor,

replacement is required.

° With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

° Place new fuel filter'in positionin fuel line with arrow

pointingtowards carburetor.

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

properlypositioned,

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

FIG. 20

CLEANING

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

matter.

° Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

° Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air fiiter and carburetor are covered to keep water out, Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

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CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: , Depress clutch!brake pedal fully and set_arking brake.

• Place motion control lever in.neutral (N) position. = Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

, Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. , Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

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

plug.

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 21)

. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, o Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting°

o Lower mower to its lowest position, o Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas-

sis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

= Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at

deck and disengage arms from deck.

° Raise attachment lift to its highest position°

o Remove two retainer springs from each front link and

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 IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR, REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO INSTALL MOWER

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

ADJUSTMENT

SUSPENSION ARMS

NUTS

LIFT LINKS

FRONT

SUSPENSION

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower whiletractor isparked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 ofthis manual). If tiresare 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 comers 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.

o 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 halfturn of adjustment nut wiFlchange mower height about 3/16'L

Recheck measurements after adjusting,

BOTTOM OF BOTTOM OF

GROUNDLINE

FIG. 22

CURL

CHASSIS

RETAINER SPRING

FIG. 21

ANTI-SWAY BAR RETAINER

SPRINGS

BRACKET

LINKS

FRONT SUSPENSION

BRACKET

RETAINER

FRONT MOWER BRACKET

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E AND ADJUSTM

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 B'OTHFRONT':C.INKS

EQUALLYSO MOWER WILL STAY LEVELSIDE-TO-SIDE,

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so the front s approx mately 1/8'_to1/2"

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 makinganynecessary adjustments,checkthat

:, bothfront linksare equal in length.

• If linksare not equal in length, adjustone linktosame length as other fink_ •

• T0 Iowerfront of mowerhousing, loosen nut"G" onboth front links an equal number of turns.

• When distance "F" is 1/8" to t/2" _owerat front than

rear,tighten nut"H" against trunnion onboth 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" wiltchange dim. "F"by approximately 3/8",

• Recheck side-to-side adjustrnenL

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TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig° 25)

Parktractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake_

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

• Roltbelt over the top of LHI, 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 idlersto see that they

rotate freely_

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idlerarm and bolt in mower' housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Figo25)

• 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 LoHomandrel pulley.

• Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the

grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.

• Reassemble L,H. mandrel cover',

LH, SCREWS

MANDREL

COVER_\_ •

IDLER

PULLEYS

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY

FIG. 23

BOTHFRONT LINKSSHOULD BE EQUALIN LENGTH

=_G=_

NUT "H

FRONT LINKS

FIG. 24 22

IDLER ARM

MOWER

DRIVE BELT

BELT KEEPERS

FIG. 25

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

Park the tractoron level surface. Engage parkingbrake_

° Remove mower ddvebelt (See''TO REPLACE MOWER

DRIVE BELT" inthis section of this manual)°

o 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, idlerpulley,

and LH. mandrel pulley.

o Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu-

lated aroundmandrels and entire upperdeck surface.

° Check secondary idlerarm and idlerto see that they

rotate freely°

. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and

sway-bar bracket.

o Installnew belt in lower grooveof L,H_mandrel pulley,

idler pulley, and center mandrel pulleyas shown°

. Roll belt over Roll. mandrel pulley_Make sure beit is in

all grooves properly.

= Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and rein-

stall Roll. mandrel cover.

° Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER

AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual).

= Reassemble mower drive belt (See 'q_O REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" inthis section of this manual).

_f L.H. MOWER

MANDREL BLADE CENTER

SECONDARY IDLER ARM

DRIVE BELT MANDREL

IDLER PULLEY

R_H.

MANDREL

COVER

= Make sure attachment clutch and ignitionswitches are

in "OFF' position.

o Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between

clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot locations cut in side of brake plate.

NOTE= After installinga new electric clutch, run tractor at full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10 cycles to wear in clutch plate.

ROTOR k CLUTCH PLATE

SLOT (3)-_ \, _ ................012"

_ _ _--_ J 1

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NYLON LOCKNUT 131 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_

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

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. ° Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut 'W' on brake rod°

Ifdistance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2", Retighten jam

nut against nut "A"o 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 centeridepartment_

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

,NUT"A"

NUT

SPRING

SWAY-BAR BRACKET SCREW

FIG. 26

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See Fig. 27) _

The electric clutch shouldprovide 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 causethe mower blades to notengage, or, tonotstop as required. Adjustments should bemade by your nearest authorized service center/departmenL

OPERATING

ARM

FIG. 28

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AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 29)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parkin_b_'ake_

For ease of service there is abelt Installation guide decal on bottom of leftfootrest.

, Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER '_inthis

section of this manual.)

BELT REMOVAL -

• Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt).,

• Remove belt from clutching and fan idler pulleys° ° Remove belt from transaxle pulley.

= Remove belt from engine pulley and front V-idter

puitey.,

° Pull belt out ofalt belt keepers and remove fromtractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Place V part of beft intogrooves on engine pulleyand front V-idler, making sure to route belt insideof 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..

o Place V part of belt into grooves on transaxle and fan

idler pulleys, making sure to route belt inside of all belt keepers.

Place belt around clutching idlers as shown, making sure to route belt inside of all belt keeper's.

CheCk to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on proper side of alt belt keepers.

Reinstall mower.

IMPORTANT:

CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT.

TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC

VIEWED FROM L.H. SIDE OF TRACTOR

CLUTCHING BELT

CLUTCHING TRANSAXLE

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See

Fig. 30)

The motion controllever has been preset at thefactory and

adjustment should notbe necessary,

Iffor any reason the motion control lever will not hold its positionwhileat a selectedspeed, itmaybe adjustedatthe friction pack located on the rightside ofchassis.

• Park tractoron 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, loosenjam nut

° Tig!!ten !ocknut1/4 turn.

° While holding tocknut, tightenjam nut securely. NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion

control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above adjustment procedure byloosening Iocknut1/4 turn.

Road test tractorafter adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAUREPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after' reinstailation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMIS- SION" in the Operation section of this manual.

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LOCKNUrr

JAM NUT

FIG. 30

ENGINE ABOVE BELT PULLEY

V-IDLER KEEPER

ASvIEWED FROMBOTTOM

FIG. 29

BELT

"t3NISTS

BELT KEEPER

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbarsare not horizontal(left to right)

whenwheelsarepositionedstraight forward, removesteer.. ingwheel and reassemble per instructionsinthe Assembly

section ofthismanual.

FAN IDLER

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$ERVmCE AN

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheeltoe-in isrequired for propersteering Operation°

Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary If parts [nthe 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 'W' and "B").

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

rear dimension "B".

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs 3t and 32) ° Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod°

° Adjusttle rod until dimension "A"is1/8"to 1/4" _essthan

dimension "B"_

° Tighten jam nuts securely.

ADJU ENTS

RETAINING RING

AXLE COVER

FIG, 33

REAR WHEEL - ° Block rear axle securely.

o Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal. = Repair tire and reassemble° Replace and tighten hub

bolts securelyo

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 34)

I Hill iii

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

ADJUSTMENT

ISLEEVES

JAM

TIE ROD

FIG. 32

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 ring and washers toatlow 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; foIlow 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

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TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

Raise hood_

Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside_of the grill,,

Replace bulb in holder and push bulbholder securely

back into the hote in the backside of the grill _: Close hood,

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section of this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse° The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING

(See Fig. 35)

• Whileholding springbushingwithwrench,loosen jam

nut°

• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and reduce lift effort for heavier attachments_

° Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise for lighter at-

tachmentso

• RetJghten 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_

ADJUSTMENT

JAM NUT LIFT SPRING

SPRING BUSHING

ATTACHMENT

FIG. 35

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 36)

Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector;

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedures.

HEADLIGHT WIRE

HOOD

CONNECTOR

FIG. 36

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SERVmCEA

AD, USTMENTS

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROI-rLE CONTROL GABLE (See Figs. 37 & 38)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary. Checkadjustment as described below before looseningcable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

° With engine not running,movethrottlecontrollever to

fast (,_) position.

° Check that speed controllever is against stop screw. If

it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and pui!throttle

cable untillever isagainst screw. Tightenclamp screw

securely.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig, 39)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary,However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load,,Ifthe carburetordoes need adjustment, proceedas follows:

In genera!, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel tothe engine givinga leaner fuel/air mixture° Turning the adjustingneedles out (coun.,

terclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine

givinga richer fue!!air mixture,, IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGt4T,,

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

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

o With engine off turn idlefuel 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 rightand then turn out (counterclockwise) 1turn.

FINAL SETTING -

• Startengine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make

final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

• Withthrottle control leverin fast (,_) position, turn main fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) until engine begins

to die then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle to a point midway between

those two positions.

° Idle speed setting - With throttle control lever in slow

(,_) position, engine should idle at 1400 RPMo If engine idles too stow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is attained.

,, idle fuel needle settinq - With throttlecontrol lever in

slow (,_) position, turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) untilengine runs rough.Turn needle

to a point midway between those two positions.

o Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST - ° Move throttte control lever from slow (,e_) to fast (,_)

position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn° Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler- ates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjuste& Do not adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT; NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR, WHICH tS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED.. OVERSPEED_NGTHE 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

' FIG. 37

STOP

SPEED CONTROL

LEVER

FIG. 38

IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING SCREW

IDLE FUEL NEEDLE

MAIN FUEL ADJUSTING

NEEDLE

27 FIG. 39

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your'tractor for storage at the,;,endof

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

more.

llLu

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

where fumes may reach an open flame

gasoline in the tank inside a building

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure,

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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, dr,' area. ° Clean entire tractor (see"CLEAN1NG" inthe 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'frO

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 incontact with battery

terminals.

• Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

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

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS iMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCHAS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL H_)SE, 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 eng!ne and let it run until the fuel lines and

cai;buretor are empty_

° Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

, Use fresh fuel next season.° NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor- age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container, Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer_

ENGINE OIL

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

oil. (See =ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual),

CYLINDERS

• Remove spark plug(s),

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

cylinder(s)o

° Tumignitionkeyto"START"positionforafewseconds

to distributeoil,

= Replace with new spark plug(s),

OTHER

° Do not store gasolinefrom one season to another, ° Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/ordirt in your gasoline will cause problems,.

° If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover itto

give protectionfrom dust and dirt°

° Cover yourtractorwitha suitableprotectivecoyer'that

does not retainmoisture_ Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannotbreathe whicha;llowscondensation toform and willcause yourtractorto rust,

IMPORTANT: NEVERCOVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM°

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T UBLESHOOTING POnNTS

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PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine Will not turn over

i i

Engine clicks but will not

start

Io Out of fuel.

2.. Engine not "CHOKED" propedy

3. Engine flooded.,

4. Bad spark plug_

5. Dtrbj air filter..

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7.. Water In fuel.

8_ Loose or damaged wtdngr

9., Carburetor out of adiustrnent

10.. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plugo

3.. Weak or dead battery. 4o Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel

6. Loose or damaged widng.

7. Carburetor out of adtusb'nent.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment

1.. C{utchibrake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment c{utch fs 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 switch(as).

1. Weak or dead battery_

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damagedwldng.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Fill fuet tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" ]nOperation section.

3. Waft several minutes before attempting to start

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clear#replace air filler 6_ Replace fuel filter_

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

8. Check all wiring

9. Contact an authodzed servicecenter/department.

10., Contact an authorized servtce centerfdepartment..

1.. Clean/replace air filler

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel fitter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refll with fresh gasollne_

6., Check all wtdng., 7r Contact an authorized service center!department.

B. Contact an authodzed service center/depertmenL

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch. 3, Recharge or replace battery..

4. Replace fuse.

5. C{ean battery terminals.

6. Check all widng..

7. Check/replace Ignition switch

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter_.

9. Contact an authorized service center/departmenl.

t. Recharge or replace battery_ 2, Clean battery terminals

3. Check atl widng..

4.. Check/replace solenoid or starter..

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

Cutting too much grass/too fast.

Throtl!e In "CHOKE" position.

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

Dirty air filter.

Low ott leveVdirty oil

Faulty spark plug.

Dirty fuel filler.

Stale or dirty fue!.

Water in fuel.

_0. Spark plug wire loose.. !1. Dirty engine air screenJtins.

!2_ Dirtylclogged muffler

13. Loose or damaged wtdng. t4_ Carburetor out of adjustmenL

15.. Englne valves out of adjustment.

III i i i L

1. Wom,:berj.t or loose blade.

2. Bent blad'_'_mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged pad(s).

1. Set in "Higher Cut" poslfer#reduce speed.,

2_ Adjust throtlla control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4o Clear#replace air ll{ter_ 5 Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug_

7. Replace fuel filter

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

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

10 Connect and fighlen spark plug wire

11. Clean engine air screer#fins. !2.. Clean/replace muffler.

13, Cheek all widng

14. Contact an authorized service centerldepartment_

15. Contact an authorized service tenter!department.

1.. Replace blade° Tighten blade boil

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s)o Replace damaged pads.

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TROU POINTS

PROBLEM CORRECTION

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut _ uneven

........ , , , ,,,

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grassdischarge

CAUSE

1_ Faulty operator-safety !orese'_cecontrolsystem,

1. Wom, 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 c_utchmechanism,

2 WOrn!damaged mower drive belt.,

3. Frozen Idler putiey.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow. 2, Travel speed toofast,,

3. Wet grass,

4. Mower deck not level, 5, Lowluneven tire air pressure,.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7,, Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower

8. Mower drive belt worm

9, Blades Improperly Installed.,

10 Improper bfades used,,

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

1. Check wiring, switches and con_ectionso If not corrected, contact an authorized _ervtce 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,

!. Remove obstructio'_ 2, Replace mower drive belt

3 Repface 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 Replacefsharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt,

7 Clean underside of mower housing,. 8, Replace mower ddv_ belt,

9, Reinstall blades sharp edge down

10 Replace with blades listed tn 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"

I. Swltch ts"OFP_ 2_ Bulb(s) bumed out

3_ Faulty light switch,

4. Loose or damaged wldng 5, Blown fuse.,

t. Bad battery celt(s).

2. Poor cable connect!ons 3_ Faulty regulator (if so equipped)

4 Faulty altemator,_

t. Freewheel control in "disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission during shpment

or servicing,,

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

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 connec_ons,

3, Replace regulator.

4,. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control tn "engaged" position. 2,, Replace motion ddve belt. 3, Purge transmission,,

Move throttlecontrol to "SLOW" position and allow to idle for 30 s_conds before stopping engtne_

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

AMMETER

IGNITION

SWITCH

RED

WHITE

S BLACK

BATTERY

FUSE 30 AMP°

U",.D

WHrt_

SEAT SWITCH _ f._ i

(NOT OCCUPIED) 1 _ _ '.

1.... 4 .... 1 l l t3

,_/ o-111 '--_6-_

2J_Z_ __LL 1{DISENGAGED)

GROUNDING CONNECTOR

BLACK

UNIT PLUGS

IGNITION _ SPARK

BLACK

rT---T1

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION

OFF

START

CIRCUIT

M+G

B+L

B+S+L

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

_ AMPpce 3600nPM

(_ REGULATOR YELLOW I

RED

ORANGE

I...... 1

HEADL'(_I_T __

SWITCH (OFF)

NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS

---O--

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

28 VOLTS AO '8 3600 RPM (REGULATOR DISOONNEOTED)

HEADLIGHTS /- 7

GFC

_Bn

E _nB

D _nA

PTO SWITCH

OFF _ I

POStTION } CIRCUIT 1

ON C+F,B+E,A+DJ

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REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

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I I I I

I I I i

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REPAltR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

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 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 20 73350400 Nut, Jam Hex 114-20 21 136850 Harness Socket Light Wi4152J 22 4152J Bulb Light

24 4799J Cable, Battery 25 146149 Cable 6 Gao Red 12o5"W 16 Wire

26 108824X Fuse 28 4207J Cable, Ground

29 121305X Switch, Plunger

30 144921 Switch, lgn 31 140400 Nut, IgnitionSwitch

32 141226 Cover Switch Key 33 140403 Key

34 1107t2X Switch, Light 39 109553X IntlkSwitch

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 153249 Washer Pinned Delta 50 146283 Switch, PTO 51 140405 Ring Retainer PTO

53 71031008 Screw Hex Washer Hd #t0-32 x 1 54 73951000 Nut Keps #10-32

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoSoinches

1 inch = 25A mm

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

18 15

102

101

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REPAURPARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,251492

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 DashAsm., Lower 49 .136813 7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 50' 152728 8 145166 Support, Battery 52 73680500

9 108067X Nut, Pal 53 137304

10 19092016 Washer 9/32x 1-t/4x t6 Ga. 56 138461 11 137270 Rivet, Ratchet Male 57 73640400 '12 t37269 Washer, Nylon 58 137t13

13 137271 Rivet, Ratchet Female 59 74180412 14 136673X558 Hood Asm., Pnt 60 17490620 15 136374 Lens, BarClear 63 19131614 16 121794X Cover, Access 64 144283

17 17490612 Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 68 17490508 18 136373X428 Gdlle 69 153991 19 19131312 Washer 13/32 x t3/16x 12 Ga. 70 137159

20 74760616 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 77 137308 21 73680600 Nut, Crowntock 3/8-16 Unc 84 142992

22 136670X558 Panel Asm., Side RH 86 74760716 24 145243X558 Footrest, RH 90 t1050600

26 17490512 Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18x3/4 9t 150851 28 145244X558 Footrest, LH 92 143485X013 29 145349 Bracket, Support Dash 94 100207K

30 145052 Saddle, Hydro 1995 95 105531X 31 t45183 Brace, Support Steering 98 140503

32 !41315 Bracket Asmo,Frame Pivot Lh 99 140871 33 141314 Bracket Asm., Frame Pivot Rh 100 124236X 34 142131 Bracket, Engine Support Rear 10I 17490628

35 19111116 Washer 11/32x11/16x16Gao 102 4497H 36 74780512 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 103 142273

37 140002X558 Fender, Pnt. 106 138776 38 19091216 Washer 9i32x3/4x16Ga. 120 19131616

39 !36961 Bracket, Axle Front --- 8022J 40 142132 Bracket, Support AxlelEngine

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

NOTE: All componer_t dimensions given in U.Soinches

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, Crown!ock 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 t4 Ga.. Washer, Serrated Disc 13/32 x t

Screw, Thd 5/16-I8 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 3t8

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 5116-18 Type TT

Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Ga.

Plug, Hole

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TRACTOR

"" MODEL NUMBER 917,251492

10_

109 -

107

100

,101

103

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REPAUR PARTS

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

KEY PART NO. NO.

2 7070E 3 7563R

5 STD541437 6 STD5612!0

7 140507

9 140080 15 STD551037 17 140921

20 73940800 22 140498 23 106933X

28 STD541237 29 140494

30 19131616 32 73220700

33 12000053 34 124236X

35 137648 36 149412

37 121749X 38 150035

39 74321016 40 5304J

41 73631000 42 8883R 43 74760412

44 104601X 45 73800400

46 14517O 47 138228 48 72110614

49 19131413 50 131494

51 STD541437 52 139123

53 207J

54 138390 55 105706X

56 140218 58 74760724 6! 140488

64 154752 65 67609

66 140296 67 19131312

DESCRIPTION

Key 1/4 x 2.5

Washer Thrust Axle Harden Nut Crownlock 3/8-16

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Wheel Hub Asm.

Bolt Hub Washer 13/32 x t3/16 x 16 Ga

Spring Rod Brake Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20

Shaft Arm Asm Knob

Nut Brake Rod

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 G&

Nut Hex 7/16-14 Ring E

Cap Plunger Rod Parking Brake

Spring, Drive Ground

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

Nyliner Screw Fin #10-24 x t

Actuator Interlock Switch

Nut Lock #10-24 Cover Pedal Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4

Bracket interlock Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4-20

Retainer Spring Clutch Rod

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr 5 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 13 Ga

Pulley Idler Flat Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Pulley Idler Grooved

Washer Hartdened Clutch Arm Asm

Bearing, Idler

V-Belt

Bolt Fin Hex 7116-14x !-1/2 Puller.v"Transaxle

Shaft Asm Brake Parking Clutch

Bolt Shoulder Washer Hardened Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

68 5I42H Pin Roll 69 123800X Washer

70 151146 Console Hydro Fender 71 151179 Plate Console Shift

72 STD54t431 Locknut Hex WfWasher insert 73 74780548 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 3

74 142432 Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 75 73800700 Nut Lock Hex 7/16

..76 140481 Bracket Transaxle

77 74760716 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1 78 19111212 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 12 Ga

79 72110505 Bolt Carriage 5/16-t8 x 5/8 80 140484 Bracket Torque RH 81 17490612 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

82 150586 Bracket Mount Torque/Fan 83 140479 Strap Torque Mid

84 140490 Spacer 85 17541020 Screw#10_24x 1-1/4

86 140462 Fan 7" Hydro 87 140491 Adapter Fan

88 140492 Pulley Idler 89 73680700 Nut Crownlock 7/'16-14 UNC

90 140489 Keeper Belt 91 17490644 Screw Thdrol 3/8-I6 x 2-3/4

92 74760520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 1o25 93 140502 Link Shift Asm

94 133835 Fastner Christmas Tree 95 23200528 Screw Set 5/16_18 x 1o5 96 141103 Washer Nickel Plated 97 126874X Bearing Trust

98 141004 Bracket Shift 99 17490624 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

t00 126881X Washer Compression t01 59285 Washer Bellville

102 73560500 Nut Hex Nylok 103 73350500 Nut Hex Jam 5/16-18 104 140480 Bracket Idler

105 17580408 Screw Tap 1/4-20 x 1/2 106 142918 O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 70110

107 154739 Line Fuel Hydro 15" VGT Sew. 108 142917 Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear 70109

109 140929 Spring Return Brake 110 88652 Bolt

- - 150073 Transaxle Hydro

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

1 inch = 2&4 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

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REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,251492

KEY PART NO. NO° DESCRIPTION

1 121472X 2 137094

3 6855M

4 13696,0

5 136959

6 6266H 7 121748X 8 12000029

9 121232X

t0 74781044 11 136518

12 73901000 13 124749X

14 STD551t37 15 STD54t537

16 145103 17 137347

18 137155

19 146611

2O 145182 21 100711L

22 t554J 23 152927 24 19133808

25 747806"t6 26 126805X

27 3366R 28 17490612

29 104239X 30 12000034 31 138136

32 1911161O 33 STD551131 34 74760512

35 138059 36 137156 37 73360600

38 109850X 39 73700600

4O 109851X NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

Wheel, Steering Axle Asm. Front

Fitting, Grease

Spindle Asm, LH Spindle Asrno,RH Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. Ring, Kiip #T5304-75

Cap, Spindle Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-! 1 x 2-3t4 Spacer, Brg. Axle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy Hicl Spr 3/8 Nut, Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf

Shaft Asm., Steering Rod Asm., Tie Ball J Bali Vgt (Inc.

Key No. 36-40) Draglink, Ball ,Joint Solid Vgt

Support Asm,, Steering Vgt Column, Steering

Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strgo Blk Screw

Washer 13/32 x 2o3/8x 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 i x 10Ga. Washer, Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 5/I6

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

Tie Rod Jam Nut RH Thread

Joint Asm. Bali RH Thread Jam Nut LH Thread

Joint Asm,. Ball LH Thread

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REPAIR PARTS

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMB ER 917.251492

18 15 17

41 42

I SPARK ARRESTER KIT ]

Page 41

REPAIR PARTS

ENGINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 14t948 2 144110

3 13240300 4 13280328

5 13200300 6 138129

8 121361X 9 150828

10 105432X 11 137140

12 136907 13 154575 14 154574

15 151346 16 t09227X

17 106082X 18 151296 19 132903O0

20 133439 2t 17720410

22 138672 23 191326'16

24 STD551237 25 73920600 26 3645J

27 139277 28 7834R 29 132920

30 105037X 32 1749O5O8

34 17720408 35 STD551131 36 74570512

37 I23487X 39 17490624 40 17490652

41 126197X 42 STD551143

43 15028O 45 128861 62 137373

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

1 inch = 25°4 mm

Engine Koh{er Model MV18S-58560

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

Etbow 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 '

Keeper Asm Belt Engine Bushing

Clutch Electric Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

Baffle Air LH Koh VGT Baffle Air RH Koh VGT

Tank Fuel Rear 3°50 YT/GT Pad Spacer

Pad Spacer Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge Vented

Ptug Oil Drain

Order From Engine Manufacturer)

ontrol Throttle

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

Washer 13/32 X 1 - 5/8 X 16 Ga Lock"washer Ext Tooth 3/8 Nut Keps 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 TT

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

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REPAIR PARTS

46" MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

127

126 !

116

117

119

9 8

103102

106_.._ I/ 104 105

1_ 1 lO6

101 ._,,,.102

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REEPAIIRPARTS

46" MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 153125

3 138457 5 4939M 6' 130832

850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

tl 152443

t2 129895 13 137553

14 137152 15 110485X

16 140329 18 72140505

19 132827 20 145055 21 STD54!431 22 134753

23 131267 24 105304X

25 123713X 26 110452X 27 145325

28 19111016 29 131491

30 138776 31 129963

32 153531 33 137266 34 144945

35 1749O628 36 STD551037

37 131494

DESCRIPTION

Deck Asm., Mower 46" Bracket Asm., Sway Bar

Retainer Spring Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar)

Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 3/8

Washer, Hard Blade, Mowe_" Vented

Blade, 46" Mower Deck Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204

Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing (Includes Key No. 12)

Housing, Mandrel Bearing, Ball, Mandrel Stripper, Mower Round

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18

Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" Nut, Crownlock 5/t6-18 UNC

Stiffiner, Bracket Bracket, Deflector Cap, Sleeve Spring, Torsion, Deflector

Nut, Push Shield, Deflector Mower Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Rod, Hinge

Screw, Hex Head, Thdroil Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 Anchor, Spring Deck 46"

Screw, Thdroli 3/8-16 x t-3/4 Tytt Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gao

Pulley, idler, Flat

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

38 137554 39 144917

4O 137273 41 1749062O

42 !22052X 43 144949

44 133943 45 145059 46 137729

47 144959 48 148763

49 STD541437 50 72110612 51 153390

101 145579 102 71161010

103 STD5511t0 104 19061216

105 130758

106 2029J

116 137644

117 133957

118 73930600 119 19121414

126 144948 127 146763

-- 143651

147401

NOTE =.All component dimensions given in U.Soinches

"I 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

Washer Felt Cover, Mulching

Screw Washer, Lock #10

Washer

Latch Asm. Bagger Nut, Weld

Bolt, ShouTder 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 Mandret 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- t06 and 116-118)

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

KEY PART NO. NO.

t 140124

2 140551

3 140675

4 127018X 5 145006

6 STD541437 7 124181X

_8 150176

10 14O552 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,Crowntock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring, Seat Cprsn Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 w/Seres

Pan, Seat Bracket, MountingSwitch

Bustling, Snap Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X T-_3/8

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

15 121249X 16 123740X

t7 123976X 18 19171912

19 120068X 20 124238X

21 153236 22 STD541431

NOTE: Atl 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 Unc Nut, Crowntock 5/16+18 Unc

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DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

KEY PART NO. 'NO.

t 138955

2 149516 3 146705

4 146706 5 140837

6 133644 7 138048

8 151441 9 146709

10 137537 11 4900J

12 146790 t3 151401 '14 139346

15 142243 16 151302

DESCRIPTION

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

Decal, Hood, .Craftsman, LH Decal, Brake Parking Saddle

Decal, Maintenance Decal, Side Panel

Decal, Ins. Hood Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Caution Decal, ClutchJBrake Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

Decal, Chassis, Hydro 46" Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Hood Insert Hd GT Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 Polo

6 3 7 15 15 7 4 t3

8 8\

KEY PART

NO. NO.

17 52-113-54 18 146710

19 138047

20 '151448

21 142336 22 142342 23 106202X

24 150333 25 149918

-- 138311

-- 145245

-- 145247

-- 154342

-- 154343

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Koh 18.5 Mag Sears 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 Fqotrest Fastener Pop-in Footrest

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

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

i 59192 2 65139

3 106230X 4 8134H

5 106228X427 6 6856M

t,9

7 9040H 8 t06277X427

9 t05588X

10 7154J 11 104757X

-- 278H

-- 144334

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoSoinches

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

Fitting Grease

Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz_Tube)

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,251492

35 17

31 8

12_ 2425

"! , 1

19 18

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121006"X 2 145542 3 121002X 4 12000022

5 19292016 6 74780624

7 125631X

8 122365X

9 122364X

10 2876H 11 146704

I2 3146R

13 139868 14 14O3O2

t5 STD541437 16 674A247

17 73350600 18 143363 19 STD551037

20 5328J 21 STD523710

22 127218 23 4939M

24 73350800

25 130171 26 73800800

29 150233 30 110807X

31 19131016 32 13715O 33 760203O8

34 137167 35 138057 36 17490612

37 120529X 38 123933X505

39 123935X 40 17490512 41 735406OO

42 1911241O 43 123934X

7O 145212

NOTE:

AIIcomponentdimensions givenln U.S_inches linch = 25.4mm

Rod Asm. Lever Shaft Asm, Lift Vgt

Lever Asm. Lift Rh E-Ring Truarc #5133-87

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gao Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Grip, Handle Fluted

Button, Plunger Plunger, Lever Lift

Spring 2-1/8"

Link Lift Retainer, Spring

Arm, Suspension Vgt

Bearing, PvtoLift Spherical Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Asm.., Assist Lift Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Bracket, Spring Assist

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.

Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 × 1

Link, Front Retainer, Spring

Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion

Nut, Lock WiWsh 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion tnfin. Height

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-!/2 x 10 Gao

Scale, Indicator Height Nut, Hex Flange Lock

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE-- MODEL NUMBER 218-3010L

7,.

(2)

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 218-3010L

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

142874 Assembly, Housing, LH 72 153767

142875 Assembly, Housing, RH 73 142904

153765 Oi! Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 74 142905

142876 Brake Shaft Assembly 76 142907

142877 Axle Mounting Hom Assembly 77 142908

142878 Washer 1.0 x 1.63 x .08 78 142909

142879 Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x .09 79 153768

142929 - Brake "YokeAssembly 81 142910

142880 Brake Arm 82 142911

142882 _'Puck Plate 89 142912

142883 -_Brake Puck 91 t53769

142884 Washer 7/80.Do x 7/I6 x .060 95 142914

142885 Nut, Castle 5/16-24 96 153770

142886 Cotter Pin 103 142916

142887 Brake Actuating Pin 104 1429!7

142888 Hi Pro Key 106 142918

142889 Spacer 108 142919

142890 Brake Disc 109 142920 142891 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 110 142921

46 47

142892 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1 11t 150820

153766 Differential Assembly 112 150823

142894 Dowel Pin 113 150821

150818 Reduction Gear, 117 150822

142897 Ftnal Dri_,e Pinion Assembly 124 150825

142898 Jackshaft 129 153771

142899 O-Ring

142900 Washer 5/8 X 1-5/32

142901 Washer 7/8 X 1-!/2

142902 Bolt, Hex 5/t6-18 x 3,5

14 Teeth to 38 Teeth 123 150824

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

1 inch= 25.4 mm

Locknut,Hex 5/16-18 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-t/2

Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1 Shoulder Bolt

Freewheel Actuating Arm Oil Seal .625 x 1.0 x .25

Grease (10 oz. Tube) Bolt, Hex 5/16_18 x 1-3/4 Bolt 5/16-18 x 4-1/2

Filter, Spin On Pump, BDUol 0L-122

P_ug,Straight Thread 60° 7/18 SAE x 5/16 Fitting

Washer Vent Cap Assembly

Fitting O-Ring Assembly Controt Arm Set Screw

Fflter Head

Hose 1/2"

Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90° 7/8 SAE

Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 60° 9/16

Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90° 9/16 O Ring

Pinch Clamp

Spring, Long

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HYDRO GEAR PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122

KEY

NO,

3 4

6 8

t4 t5

21,, 22 23

PART

NO. 144569

122716X t 22745X

122715X 122700X

122699X

122767X 122717X

122748X 122749X

144571 122770X

1538O1

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

NO.

37 38

42 43

44 47

60 62

63 64

PART

NO. 127148X

142938 122786X

t22718X 144578 144578

144579 122752X

127153:>( 142977

144581 144582

144583 144584

153769

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 Gerotor Assembly

Screw, Socket Head, Cap Pump Assembly, Complete

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AIR INTAKE I

0--5

., ,.o_,,Ou.,..i........................................

]

_12

BREATHER AND VENT I............................

II/'_3 2 1

.....-13

(.-1415

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AIR INTAKE KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. NO. NO.

1 X-276-7 Wing Nut 1/4-20 1 52 063 41

2 52 755 83 Kit, Covet and Tube 2 52 313 05 3 52 096 35 Cover, Air Cleaner' 4 X-67-83

4 52 123 21 Tube, Air Intake 5 23!032 Seal, Element Cover

6 52 082 04 Cover', Air Cleaner Element 7 45 083 01 Pre-Cleaner

8 45 083 02 Element 9 237423 Seal, Air' Cleaner Cover

10 X-67-98 Screw, Hex Washer Head

11 52 201 06 t2 277093 13 52 05439

14 X-25-79 15 X-50-37

t6 X-50-57

17 X-22-9

18 25 041 06

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 25 113 15 Decal, Air Cleaner

-- 52 113 30 Decal

(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

5 52 755 70 6 52 217 01

7 52 46816 8 52 086 11

9 52 124 23

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 52 113 46 Decat, Horsepower (3)

BREATHER & VENT KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 X-81-1 2 X-25-12

3 52 096 18 4 5205501

5 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

t/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_4mm

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.... i,,_.... i illlll i i iillll,ii ,I,I_L,,,,,,ii,i

€,A,;C'sE! ......................

i9--

24 23 28

/ _8

/_ 14

11 12 /

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KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

CRANKCASE CARBURETOR

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO. NO.

1 X-82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) 1 52 041 09 2 52 468 12 Washer, Fiat 5/16 (12) 2 52 755 91

3 82 755 16 Kit, #1 Cylinder Barrel

4 _ 52 016 05 Valve, Exhaust 4 X-21-1 5 52 031 01 insert, Valve Seat (2) 5 X-6-29 6 52 316 06 Guide, Valve (2) 6 X-75-23

7 52 755 50 Kit, Oil Relief 8 52 072 12 Step Stud 5/16-18 x 3/4, 7 2357-78

9 25 086 t2

10 X-269-43

11 52 078 05 12 52 030 10

52 030 tl 52 030 12

13 25 086 10

14 25 086 13 15 52 141 02

16 52 139 08 17 25 086 11

18 52 032 10 19 82 755 17

0 _ - -

(Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6) 3 52 164 15

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

Shaft, Governor 10 Bearing, Sleeve, Standard (2) 11

Bearing, Sleeve .010" (2) 12 Bearing, Sleeve .020" (2) Screw, Hex Flange 13

5/16-18 x 1-1/2 (3) 14 Screw, Hex Flange

3/8-16 x 3-5/8 (2) O-Ring 15

Plug 16

Screw, Hex Flange 17 5/16-18 x 3-1/2 (8) 18

Seal, Oil, Front

Kit, #2 Cylinder Barrel (Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6)

Crankcase (Service with Short Block, Part Number' 82 522 30)

41 072 19 52 063 40

25 155 02 52 853 25

271030

52 053 54

25 041 06

X-77-2

232867

X-67-62

19 25 O8627 20 25 146 O3

21 52 144 24 22 25 368 01

23 25 089 02 24 25 086 26 25 25 089 04

26 25 368 03 27 25 089 02

28 52 O90 13 29 25 089 03

30 25 194 01 31 25 146 02

32 25 041 O4 33 25 757 09 34 25 104 01

35 25 041 O3 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 NoP.T.F.

Clamp, Cable (2) Screw, Hex Washer Head

#10-24 x 3/8 (2) Stud 5/16-18 x I (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_20x 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

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CRANKSHAFT t

ELECTRIC STARTER J

CYU.OERHEADI

EX"AUS,T,,,,,,I

4a _

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KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

CRANKSHAFT

ELECTRIC STARTER

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. NO. NO.

1 52 01493 2 52 468 03

52 468 04

52 468 05

DIPSTICK KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 52 038 14

2 X-25-44

3 52032 14 4 41 15301

5 52 126 11 6 52 123 20

7 47 139 01

Crankshaft Washer, Thrust _119L122 (A.R.)

Washer, Thrust o128/.131 Washer, Thrust .137L140 (A.R.)

DESCRIPTION

Dipstick Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 2 and 3)

Washer, Plain 5/16 Seat, Rubber O-Ring

Bracket, O[1Tube Support Tube, Oil Fill 11-7/8

Plug, Hex, Countersunk

1 52 098 12

2 X-20-1 3 X-81-1

4 82 755 26 5 52 081 07 6 52 170 05

7 52211 01 8 52 227 10

9 82 755 28

NOT ILLUSTRATED

o,. 25 450 03 Tag, Caution

EXHAUST KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

3/4N.PoT.F.

1 52 126 12 Bracket

2 X-25-72 Washer, Plain (3)

CYLINDER HEAD

3 52 086 11 ScTew 1/4-20 x 5/8 (3) 4 52 041 14 Gasket, Exhaust (2)

KEY PART NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

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

1 inch = 2&4 turn

1 52 041 20

2 52 015 08 3 22O534

4 41 086 02

Gasket, Head (2) Cylinder Head (2)

Washer, Plain 5/16 (18) Screw, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 (18)

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

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KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560

GOVERNOR I

FUEL PUMP ]

3 I

,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,I,IIHI,lll

FLYWHEEL I

II IuIIIIUII :

'--15

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FLYWHEEL FUEL PUMP KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO. NO.

I 25 162 01 Screen, Grass

2 25 086 21 Screw, Hex Washer Head

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

3 2511204 Spacer (4) 4 25 157 01 Fan

5 25 086 24 Screw, Hex Machine 3/8-24 x !-1/4 6 521468 15 Washer, Plain

7 X-286-17 Key, Square 3/16 x 7/8 8 52 025 36 Flywheel

GOVERNOR KEY PART DESCRIPTION

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 !1 52 158 07

12 25 086 15 13 52 089 07

14 X-81-1 15 X_5-63

16 5218609 17 52 211 04

18 25141 03 19 2515808

20 52 07907 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

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 Spdng, 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 04t 09

6 25 15502 7 X-426-9

8 52 353 18 9 25 050 03

10 15 353 04

IGNITION

KEY PART

NO. NO,

25 755 03

X432_5

236602

237878

X-67-51

210281

X-67-64

41 155 O3

220297

52 313 O2

52 13202

52 126 08

25 08615

52 584 02

25 086 16

NOT ILLUSTRATED

47 518 33 Lead, Violet, Rectifier-Regulator

52 518 19 Lead, White, Module To Connector

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Screw, Pozidriv, Truss Head 1/4-20 x 5/8 (2) Pump, Fuel Assembly clnCludes Key Numbers 3 thru 6)

onnector, 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", 14 Gauge, Uninsulated Push On Tab Terminals)

(19-1/2", 14 Gauge, Insulated Push

On Tab, Uninsulated Push On Tab Terminals)

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alL FILTER i

[

OIL SWITCH i

CAMSHAFT AND VALVES I

............. lliHll

OIL PUM P

i i i

7_ m6

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OIL PAN KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NOo 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

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 NoPoToFo(2)

Screw, HexWasher Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (9)

Seal, Oil, Rear

DESCRIPTION

Oil Filter Kit, Oil Filter Adaptor

(Includes Key Numbers 3 thru5)

Screw, Hex Socket Head

5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (2)

Plug, Hex, Countersunk 118N.,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 .020"

Ring Set .010" iit

Ring Set .030"

LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

t X-75-23 Plug, Pipe !/8 N.P.T.F.

CAMSHAFT & VALVES KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

1 52'01209

2 52 019 03 3 41 755 10 4 52 41301

5 25 089 01 6 52 016 05

7 52 017 08 8 52 032 13

9 230011

* After'serial no_24082000 use:

1 52 012 11 Camshaft

2 52 019 02 Tappet

OIL PUMP

KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 X-280-25 Pin, Roll 2 52 144 05 Shaft, Oil Pump 3 52 422 01 Spacer, Shim

4 52 043 05 Gear, Oil Pump 5 52 393 09 Rotor Set

6 52 096 03 Cover, Oil Pump 7 X-67-64 Screw, Hex Washer Head

NOTILLUSTRATED

- - 82 522 30

-- 52 755 94 RPM Settings; Low Speed: 1150-1650

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

1 inch= 25.4 mm

* Camshaft * Tappet (4)

Kit, Retainer (4) Rotator, Exhaust Valve (2)

Spring, Valve (4) Valve, Exhaust (2)

Valve, Intake (2) Seal, Intake Valve Stem (2)

Retainer, Intake Valve (2)

(As Required, Maximum of 2)

#10-32 x 7/16 (4)

Short Block Gasket Set

High Speed: 3200-3400

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.251492

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 nurnber. Each engine has itsown 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 - 917.251492

• ENGINE MODEL NO. - MV18S-58560

,, PART NUMBER o 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 wb;at we sell.

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Craftsman 917.251492 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual