Craftsman 917.258661 User Manual

MODEL NUMBER 917.258661 OWNER'SMANUAL

Assembly

Operation
Customer Responsibilities

° Service and Adjustments

Repair Parts

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

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

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Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY iNSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual
and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible aduIts, 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..

• Besuretheareaisclearofotherpeoplebeforemowing.. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area

• Never carry passengers

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always
look down and behind before and while backing,

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point
it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never Ieave a running machine unattended. Nways turn off

bfades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before d]smountingo

• Turn off blades when not mowing

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificia_ light..

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

abohol or drugs.

° Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck

IlL CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator is not alert to the

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

children will remain where you last saw them.

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

care of another responsible adultr

" Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area
. Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children°

• Never carry children. They may falf off and be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care inhandling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and vapors are explosive.

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

runningr Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke

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

there is an open flame, such as a water heater

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

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

II. SIrOPE 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. Tafl grass can hide obstacles.

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

to stop or shift while on the slope.

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

. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

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

and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly..

• Keep machine free of grass, _eaves, or other debris build-up.
CIean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing

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

- Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage, and
deter oraton, which could expose moving parts or allow
objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and
replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-
essary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the bfade(s) or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as
required.

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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:

• Donor turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly

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safety precautions,, It means
CAUTIONI!] BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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CAUTION:

Always disconnect spark plug I

and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The
mower could suddenfy turn over if a wheel is over the edge

of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
sliding_

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

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spark plug in order to prevent accidental

wire and place wire where it cannot contact i
starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs. I

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& WARNING &

ground,

• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc-

tive 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 easity

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized
Service Center/Department Department. We have com-
petent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to

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

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL
NUMBER 917.258661
SERIAL
NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND
ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

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

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 19.5
GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

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

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3,0 PINTS
SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

(GAP: 030")
VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: °004" -.006"

EXHAUST: °007" - ,009"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st 11
2nd 1.5

3rd 2.3
4th 3.5

5th 4°4
6th 5.7

REVERSE: t7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your tractor.

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

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov-
ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP!HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240
CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS,

(if any), If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained
in effective working order by the operator.,

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

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

through your nearest Sears 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, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according
to the instructions In the owner's manual, Sears wilt repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or

workmanship.
This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the
equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manuaI

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS FROM
THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO
YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER, (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRiP CHARGE WILL APPLY.) THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY
WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES°

This Warranty gives you specific legal 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, 17-19

WARRANTY ................................. ;................................ 3

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

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

OPERATION ........................................................... 11-15

iNDEX

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

Adjustments:

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

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

Mower:

Front-To-Rack ........................... 21

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

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

Air Filter, Engine .............................................18

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

Assembly ..................................................7-109

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Battery:

Charging ....................................... 17

Cleaning ....................................... 17

Starting with Weak Battery ......... 24

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

TeJminals ...............................................17

Belts:

Motion Drive

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

Mower Blade Drive

RemovaVReplacement ................22

Blade:

Sharpening ................................. 17

Replacement .........................................t7

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

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

Controls, Tractor ..........................................13

Customer Responsibilities ............3,17-19

Engine:

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

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

Battery ..................................................... 17

Cooling Fins, Engine ..................19

Engine Oil ............................. 18

Fue! Filter .....................................19

Spark Plugs ................................ 19

Tractor:

. Blades ..................................................17.

Lubrication Chart ...................... 16

Maintenance Schedule .............16

Tire Care ................................8,17,23

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

Electrical:

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

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

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

Engine:

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

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

Cooling Fins, Engine ..................... 19

Oi! Change ...................................... 18

Oit Level ............................................13,18

Oil Type ......................................... 18

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

Repair Parts ............................ 50-55

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

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

Filters:

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

Fuel ................. ; ................................... 19

Fuel:

Type .......................................................14

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

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

Gauge Wheels ..................................... 10

Hood RemovaVlnstallation ....................24

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

Lubrication Chart ............................................16

Maintenance Schedule ....................... '16

Mower:

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

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

Blade Sharpening ........................ 17

Blade Replacement ....................... 17

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

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

. Operation .................................... 11-15 Tires .........................................................8,17,23

Removal ...............i.._i..i....i.-.'o..._..._. 2C1..... Tr0_uble Sh0oting Clidit ....: ...... L:.;1.:28o29

Mowing Tips ............................................ 15

Muffler ..........................................................19

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

Mulcher Plate .............................................9

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ....... 14,t8

Engine .........................................................18

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 16

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-26

STORAGE ................................................................... 27

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 28-29

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 32--49

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 50-55

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

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Operation ........................................ 11-15

Operating Mower .............................. 13-14

Options:

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

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

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Parking Brake ...................................... 13

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

Parts, Replacement/Repair ..............32-49

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

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Repair Parts ..................................... 32_49

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

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H

L

M

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

Service and Adjustments ............... 20-26

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

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

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

Hood Removal/installation ........... 24

Motion Drive Belt

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

Mower Blade Drive Belt

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

Mower Adjustment:

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

Side4o-Side ..................... 21

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

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

Tire Care ..................................8,t7,23

Slope Guide Sheet ........................................56

Spark Plugs .......................................... 19

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

Starting the Engine ...................... 14-15

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

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

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

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Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ..... 25

Transaxle Repair Parts ................. 48-49

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

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

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

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ACCESSORIES AN ATTACHMENTS

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

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

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINEOIL

FUEL STABILIZEFI AIR FtLTER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES I BELTS

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PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor_ Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help
you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, itmay change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes

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

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

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Ta-
pered 2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs

puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in.
Steel weight tray for increased penetration

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a
healthier, neater looking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold

30-gallon plastic bags_

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage.r
CARTS make hauling easy_ Variety of sizes available, plus

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

protective mat and dolly.

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

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

hardened steel coring tips. 150 lb. capacity weight tray.
EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scarping" on uneven terrain°
GANG HITCH lets you tow 2or 3 pull-behind attachments at once,

such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers,
carts or other heavy attachments)

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce
chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain. For mower decks not so

equipped.
MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring line
teeth. Useful to prepare bare areas for seeding. Available for front

or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION
SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and

tosses thatch into large hopper. Mounts behind tractor°
MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets you

mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without
changing blades.. For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convertible
mowers. See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this

manual. ......

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

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch
diameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 IbsoofweighL Rounded

edges prevent harm to turf Adjustable scraper automatically
cleans drum.

SNOW BLADE for snow removal onty, 14-inch high, 48-inch wide
blade cIears 42-inch path when angled left or right. Raises, lowers

with side Iever. Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper
bar. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar

weight.)
SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wet/heavy snow Mounts easily with simple pin
arrangemenL Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat.. 6-inch
diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feel Lift controlled at
tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear
drawbar weight°)

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electdc motor that connects to the
tractor battery or other 12-volt source.. Includes booms for

automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying_ Wand
has adjustable spray Ibattern. For applying herbicides, insecti-

cides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers.
SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill-

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

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves
TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,

cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own buiit-in
lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch,

Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor.. Simply hook up to the tractor
drawbar and go! Optional accessories convert unit for
dethatching, aerating, hilling..without tools_

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross
links give smooth ride, outstanding traction_

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel
frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree
visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm
and dry. Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun

protector in summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/
tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;

.......12-v01t-a_bi_r<_autioh light for mounting on cab top. • "

VACS lor powerful collection ofheavy grass clippings and leaves.
Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach

places. VAC!CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder.
WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications.

Uses (1) 55 lb. weight.
WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy materials..

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PAC

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Parts Bag contents shown full size

F ) Large (1) Hex Bolt 8/8-16 x 1

lat

Washer r

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(1) Lockwasher 318

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Parts packed separately in carton

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Seat

F-q

Video

Cassette

@(1 ) Locknut

1-t/4

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Washer
1-3/16x 12

(1) Lock Washer 1/2

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop)

(2) Washers (2) Lock
3116 x 3/4 _ Washers

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(1) Hex Bolt 1t2-13 x 1

17/32 x

Gauge

5/16-18

Steering

Wheel

Steering

Boot

Manual

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(2) Shoulder @ -_-J x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bolts (2) Center-

Steering Wheel

Adapter

lock Nuts

_ (2)Washers 3t8

Mutcher

Plate

Parts Bag

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(2) Gauge

Wheels

L,nk

""

x 16 Gauge _ #10

ws #10 x 5/8

(2) Hex Bolts jr_k (2) Hex
1/4_20 x 3/4 _ Nuts

(2) Washers _-_ (2) Lock

9/32 x 8/8 x Washers

16 Gauge _ t/4

Nuts #10

(2) Weld

t/4-20

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

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Steering

Wheel

Insert

Steering
Extension

Shaft

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ASSEMBLY

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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 proper tightness°

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard
wrench sizes are listed.

Pliers (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive rachet
(2) 7/'16" wrenches Philfips Screwdriver

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

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

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

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

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

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

5/16 HEX BOLT

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align
mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/t6 hex boft and locknuto Tighten secure¥

IMPORTANT= TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO
18-22 FT. LBS TORQUE,

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

push down to secure.

iNSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tracto r so they are pointing

straig ht forward,

• Slide steering wheeladapteronto steering shaft exten-

slono

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide inside book and onto adapter.

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

bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel,

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and

grill

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES
IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

FIG. 1

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation

section for location and function of controls)

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

. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

° Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
o Roll tractor backwards off skid.

° Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor_

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ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

nals by allowing a wrench or any other
CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

object to contact both terminals at the
same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-
tal grounding.

° Lift hood to raised position.

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

° If this battery is put intoservice after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

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

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

nut as shown. Tighten securely°

° Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat-

tory terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock
washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

° Close terminal access doors

Use terminal access doors for:
° Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware)°

, Inspection for corrosion.
° Testing battery.
o Jumping (if required).

, Periodic charging.

HEX NUT WASHER

LOCK

DISCARD TERMINAL

PROTECTIVE CAPS i_

TERMtNAL*_;_ !
ACCESS _ /I _ //._--_-_-_

DOOR _, _ _ _--3_'_"_

FLAT

WASHER

(RED)

CABLE

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.
° Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

° Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder boll
° Assembteadjustmentbolt, Iockwasherandffatwasher

loosely. Do not tighten.

° Tighten shoulder bolt securely.
= Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position isreached which
allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way

down,

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position°
o Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

GE FLAT WASHER

BOLT

WASHER

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinllated at the factory for

shipping purposes, Correct tire pressure is important for
best cutting performance°

, Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see
that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this
manual

FIG. 2

NEGATIVE
(BLACK)

CABLE

8

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 6 and 24)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension
arms are raised with attachment lift control, Engage park-

ing brake,,

° Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts.

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

• Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right
side of tractor°

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

• Install one front link in top hole of the L,,H. front mower
bracket and L,H. front suspension bracket, Retain with
two single loop retainer springs as shown,

• Install second front link in Roll, front suspension bracket
and retain with single loop retainer spring as shown,.

• Slide right side of mower back and install link intop hole
of R.H. front mower brackeL Retain with single loop
retainer spring as shown.

• Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it
stops°

• Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control,

• Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck
pins, If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to
align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms°
Retain with double loop retainer springs with loops

down as shown.

,, Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

o Install clutch rod in clutch lever, Secure with retainer

spring,

• Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove
slack from mower suspension.

• Raise deck to highest position,

o Assemble gauge wheels as shown using long shoulder

bolts, 3/8 washers, and 3/8-16 center lockn uts, Tighten
securely.

• Adjust gauge wheels before ope rating mower as shown
in the Operation section of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting resuits, mower should be properly feveled.

See 'q'O LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL
BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower
drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CLUTCH
LEVER

CLUTCH

ROD

RETAINER

SPRING

FRONT
SUSPENSION

BRACKETS

SHOULDER
BOLT

GAUGE
WHEEL

3/8 WASHER

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS (outward pointing
BRACKET deck pins)

/

318-16

CENTER

LOCKNUT

/

DOUBLE LOOP
RETAINER

SPRING ANT!-SWAY

BAR

IDLER
PULLEY

SUSPENSION

ARMS

ENGINE
PULLEY

FRONT
LINK

LOOP
RETAINER

SPRINGS

FRONT
MOWER

BRACKET

DISCHARGE GUARD

FIG. 6

9

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MLILCHER PLATE (See Figs. 4 and 5)

• Install two latch hooks to muloher plate using screw,

washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting
weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.
o Tighten hardware securely°

• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

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

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

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

guard from mower. Raise and hold
guard when attaching mulcher plate

I t_ CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

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.

WELD NUT

FROM THE TOP HOOK

WELD

NUT

and allow it to rest on plate while in
operation.

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LOCK

WASHER

POINTS

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,/'CHECKLIST

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

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

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

,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged, (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

J" Seat isadjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
,/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory)°

¢" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

v" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers_

J Check wiring° See that all connections are stilt secure

and wires are properly clamped_

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT
ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.
,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline

#' Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

v" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition

LATCH

WASHER WASHER

WASHER

MULCHER _"-'-_SCREW

PLATE

LOCK

FIG. 4

DEFLECTOR

ROOK

WELD
NUT

LATCH
HOOKS

FIG. 5 10

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ii,.r, i i ..................

OPERATION

,.., H'M "uml .............

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product,, Learn and understand their meaning.

"_t 'H ',', ' 'n' ' ,un,ulum

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OTL PRESSURE

\

FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT

FORWARD

CLUTCH

DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

FAST SLOW

LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

L

REVERSE NEUTRAL

MOWER LIFT

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

HIGH LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

11

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OPERATION

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrationswith yourtractorto farniliarize yourself with thelocationsof various controlsand adjustments, Save

this manual for future referenceo

THROTTLE

CONTROL

CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMEN'I

KNOB

ATTACHMENT IGNITION POSITION
CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH

AMMETER

CHOKE ,," " "" "

•" _ LIFT LEVER

• PLUNGER

LIGHT SWITCH

ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER

PARKlNG BRAKE

GEARSHIFT
LEVER

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your
tractor_

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and eff.
THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to control engine speed.
CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a cold engine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak-
ing the tractor and starting the engine°

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the
brake position_,

FIG. 7

GEARSHIFT LEVER; Selects the speed and direction of

tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the
mower deck or ether attachments mounted to your tractor.

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

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the
engine.

HEIGHTADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to adjust the mower
cutting heighL

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

(-).

12

OPERAT!O

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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. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor

I

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing
switch, When engine is running, any attempt by the
operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine_
° Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold.

° Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal Pedal should
remain in "BRAKE" position.. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

CHOKE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER"

CONTROL "ENGAGED" POSITION

THROTTLE "DISENGAGED"

"BRAKE" PARKING BRAKE
POSITION "ENGAGED"

CLUTCHtBRAKE POSITION
PEDAL "DRIVE" HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

POSITION KNOB

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -
° Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition.

GROUND DRIVE -

• Depress clutch!brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position°

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position.
ENGINE

o Move throttle control to slow (,_) position.

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

position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may
cause engine to "backfire".

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

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent
unauthorized use.

. Never use choke to stop engine°
NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas,1

IA ..............

...... grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at tess than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

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

i,,,i,,,,,,,11,,,i ' '' ,11 i,ii1,,i,1,, , i,, i,,,i ....

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Use choke control whenever you 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 MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See

Fig. 8)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the
gearshift lever,

o Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift fever in neutral (N) position,.

. Move gearshift tever to desired position°

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement,

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

POSITION

POSITION

MOTION

LEVER

• "DISENGAGED"

FIG. 8

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WiLL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LiFE OF YOUR
TRANSAXLE_

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See

Fig. 8)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height
adjustment knob in desired direction.

o Turn knob clockwise ((_) to raise cutting heighL
o Turn knob counterclockwise (1_)to lower cutting

heighL

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running These heights are approximate
and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of
grass and types of grass being mowed,

• The average lawn shouid be cut to approximately 2-1/2
inches during the coof season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking
lawns, mow often and after moderate growth,

° For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut
relatively high; the second to desired heighL

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine,

° Select desired height of cuL

° Lower mower with attachment lift control

- Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

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

i,i

= TO STOP MOWER BLADES- disengage attachment

clutch control

i _ CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

13

ii ,i,

without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER
'=DISENGAGED"

POSITION

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

OPERATION

o

ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER

HIGH POSITION

o

o

=l=

,J,,,,, = ...................................

Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have
allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement.

To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.
Make all turns slowly°

POSITION

DISCHARGE
GUARD

FIG. 9

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 10)

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly
off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height
in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in

proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain
conditions.

• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on aflat level surface..

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See ,,TO AD-
JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation
section of this manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge
wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the

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

tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in
same adjustment hole.

GAUGE

WHEEL

MOUNTING

BRACKET _,

318-16

SHOULDER

3/8 WASHER BOLT

GAUGE WHEEL

FIG. 10

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

J _ CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down
hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

° If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking
brake,

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

,m=

TO TRANSPORT

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

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift
tever is in neutral (N) position.

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

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting
your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed

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

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15)

• 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 screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,
remove and read oil level.. If necessary, add oit until
"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill°

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for
easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)..

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

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of87 octane° (Use of leaded
gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits
and reduce valve life), Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

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

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 fue! 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.

filler neck. Donot overfill. Wipe off any

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

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

14

i

OPERATION

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TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine
has run out of fue!, it will take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch!brake
pedal and set parking brake_

, P_ace gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to fast (,_) position

• Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt.
For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may

not be needed.

Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting
procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn keyclockwise to"START"
position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do
not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-

onds per minute. If the engine does not start after

severaI attempts, push choke control in, wait a few
minutes and try again, tfengine still does not start, pull

the choke control out and retry,

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts
to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a
few seconds and then continue to push the control in

slow[yo

= 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, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push
the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to
accept small changes in speed and load, until the
choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few

seconds and then continue to push the control in
slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period
from several seconds to several minutes, depending
on the temperature.

, The attachments can be used during the engine warm-

up period and may require the choke control be pulled

out slightly.

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

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

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

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

° 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 section of this manual,

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

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut, Have the cut area to the right of the
tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right
so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow
in the opposite direction making left hand turns until

finished (See Fig. 11A )_

° If grass is extremely tall, it shoutd be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-
pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the
desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet, Wet grass will plug
mower and teave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to
dry before mowing.

° Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to

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

trig 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 wilt suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

FIG. 11A

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. Aiso, 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,

o Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends

to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action_
The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon,
At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area
wilt not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best resufts, adjust the mower cutting height so that
the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass
blades (See Fig, 1IB)_ For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut and mow slowly,

• Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-
quire that an area be mulched a second time to
completely hide the clippings_ When doing a second
cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path,

• Change your cutting pattern from weekto week, Mow
north to south one weekthen change to east to west the
next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawno

MAX !/3

15 FIG. 11B

CUSTOMER

............................ i,,,,11

ESPONSIBILmES

,,: , , _ , ,,_,

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

RLL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation i/ if
Check Tfre Pressure if i_ #

T Check for Loose Fasteners V'

R S,arpe,vReplaco'uowerBlades

Lub r!cat!°n, ch'a'rt"

T Check Battery LeveVRecharge .....................

0 ,,,,,Clean Battery and Terminals

a Check Transaxle Cooling

Adjust BIade Belt(s) Tension
AdjUst MOtion Drive Bett(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level _#_
Change Engine Oil

Clean Air F!Iter

E ..........

N Clean Air Screen

G Inspect Muffler/SparkArrester

Replace Oil Fiiter (If equipped)

v',
v'

v',

v'

v'

_1,2,a

V'2

V'

Cles_-------Enginecooi_ngFins

....Replace Spark P[Ug ..........

Replace Afr Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Fitter

t - Change more o_ten when operating under a heavy load or tn high ambient temperalutea

2 _Se_lce more ol_ienwhen epereting in ditty or dusty conditions
3 - If equipped wlth oil tilter, change oil even./50 hours

4 - Replace biades more often when mowing tn sandy soil

SERVICE DATES

V', v"

I_ .................

v"

v"
v'

5 - If equipped with adlustabie system
6 - Not required it equtpped with malntenance..free bellery
7 • Tighten {rent axle pivotbolt to 35 It -Ibs maxlmt_m

Do not overtlghten

GENERAL RECOMIVlENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain
tractor as instructed in this manual

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

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

• Once a year you shoutd 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 CLUTCH

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better PIVOT(S)
and last Ionger_

BEFORE EACH USE

• _ Check engine oJ] level

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check for loose fasteners,

QsF

(_ "FRONT WHEEL (_

(_)SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL
(_)GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
(_) REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS, VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DiRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS, iF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY, POW-
DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBR CANT SPAR NGLY

16

LUBRICATION CHART

ZERK (_

BEARING ZERK BEARING ZERK

_EARSHIFT (_

PIVOTS

i i ii i,i i,,,,,,,i,i i

CUSTOM ESPO ILITIES

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TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13)

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

nanceo tual damage to mower and engine.

BRAKE OPERATION

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

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted°
(See 'q'O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual).

TIRES

° Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

" Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

° Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts deaIer, Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion,

unbalanced blade wilfcause excessive vibration and even-

o The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower°

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

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

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

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

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

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

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

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

CENTER HOLE

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re-
place bent or damaged blades

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

b_ades,

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

° Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in
exact order as shown°

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

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

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE MANDREL

TRAILING EDGE

LOCK _ [

(GRADE 8)*

5/8" BOLT BLADE

OR PIN /

FIG. 13

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-
cient for normal use° However, periodic charging of the
battery with an automotive charger wilt extend its life.

• Keep batteryand terminals clean.
Keep battery bolts tight

. Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leat¢' power.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED
battery cable and remove battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry°

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire
brush until brighL

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SlX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 12

17

CUSTO BILITIES

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for dete rioration and wear after 100 hours of
operation and replace if necessary. The betts are not
adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which
can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUSRUCATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with APt service
classification SF,SG or SH Seiect the oil's SAE viscosity

grade according to your expected operating temperature,.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

, ]

°F -_o° 0_ _o" 3'2;40_...................._oo 80" _°

°c .3'o" .2oo .loo .o• lo" soo _oo 40"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

FIG. 14

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

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

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

Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at ieast
once ayear ifthe tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oit level

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig,.15)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

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

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

o Catch oiiin a suitable container.
° Remove oit filI cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely, replace oiI drain plug
and tighten securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil filldipstick tube. Pour
slowly, Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual.

° Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be

sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate
reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick..

AIR SCREEN

OIL

DRAIN
PLUG

OIL FILL
CAP/DIPSTSICK

FIG. 15

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent
engine damage from overheating. Clean with awire brush

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum
fibers.

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.
Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera-

tion or every season° Service paper cartridge every 100
hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove knob(s) and cover.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• SIide foam pre-cieaner off cartridge.
. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

- Saturate it in engine oil.. Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.
° Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge_

° Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate°

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from

entering carburetor.

• Clean cartridge bytapping gentiy on flat surface° tf very
dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

• Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, precleaner, cover

and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS
KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN 3"HE

CARTRIDGE, THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY
CARTRIDGE,

18

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CUSTOM RESPONSIBILITIES

COVER

KNOB

WING

PLATE

FOAM
PRE-CLEANER

A1RSCREEN

CARTRIDGE

FIG. 16

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 17)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to

prevent engine damage from overheating_ Air guide covers
must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See 'q'O

REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service
and Adjustments section of this manual).

TOP AIR

GUIDE

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ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 18)

Replace the engine oi!filter every season or every other oit
change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one

year.
o Unscrew old filter by turning counterclockwise. Use a

suitable container to catch oil

- Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to rubber gasket

on replacement oil rifler.

o Install replacement oil filter by turning c{ockwise until

rubber gasket contacts mounting surface, then tighten

filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn_

• Fill crankcase with new oil (See '_TO CHANGE EN-

GINE OtL" in this section of this manual). For approxi-
mate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 3 of this manual

o Start engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks

before placing engine into full operation.

"___ /_".;_%/ OIL FILTER

ENGINE
COOLING FINS

AIR GUIDE COVER (BOTH SIDES)

FIG. 17

MUFFLER

inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrestor (if

equipped) as it could create 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.

FIG. 18

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)

The fuel fiftershould be replaced once each season If fuel
filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

o With engine coot, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor_

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

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasolineo

FUEL / \ /// !_"-------J
FILTER -

FiG. 19

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 filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

19 can result in a shortened engine life_

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$ERVIC AND ADJUSTMENTS

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CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

= Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position,
o Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
o Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key,

o Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
= Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact

with plug.

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TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 20)

° Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position,

• Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.

= Lower mower to its lowest position.

° Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing

retainer spring.

° 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.
° Remove two retainer springs from each front link and

remove links.

SUSPENSION

ARMS

CHASSIS

CLUTCH
ROD

ADJUSTMENT

NUTS

LIFT
LINKS

CLUTCH
LEVER

• Slide mower forward and remove belt from engine

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.

RETAINER FRONT
SPRING SUSPENSION

BRACKET

ENGINE
PULLEY

RETAINER
SPRING

LINKS

RETAINER

"-,SPRINGS

FRONT MOWER
BRACKET

ANTI-SWAY
BAR

RETAINER
SPRINGS

FIG. 20

20

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on levet ground or
driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated (See
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual),

iftires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust

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

• Raise mower to its highest position°

• Atthe midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height
from bottom edge of mowerto ground. Distance"A" on

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

• if adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only.

, To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment

nut on that side.

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

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut wilt change mower

height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting,

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE
OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO

GROUND GROUND

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FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs,, 23 and 24)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL S1DE-TO-StDE_ IF
THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS
NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS
EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

SIDE,
TO obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to

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

position_
Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

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

o Before making any necessary adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length° Both links should
be approximately 10-3/8"o

- If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same
length as other link.

, To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front

links an equal number of turns.

- When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than
rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front

links.

, To raise front of mower, loosen nut"F"from trunnion on

both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an
equal number of turns°

- When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than
rear, tighten nut"F" against trunnion on both front links.

° Recheck side-to-side adjustment,

GROUND LINE

FIG. 21

SUSPENSION
ARM

FIG. 22

MANDREL

FIG. 23

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL tN LENGTH

LIFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

NUT "E"

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

21 FIG. 24

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SERVICE AN

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TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig,. 25) -
o Park tractor on a level surface° Engage parking brake,.

Disengage attachment clutch control.

• Remove four screws from LH. mandrel cover and
remove cover.

• Roll belt over the top of L°Homandrer pulley_

° Remove belt from engine pulley,,

o Remove belt from idler pulleys_
° Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrers and entire upper deck
surface,,

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

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 25) -
, Install belt in both idlers,, Make sure belt is in both belt

keepers at the idlers as shown.

• Install new belt onto engine pulley,

o Roll belt into upper groove of L.H. mandrel pulley.
o Carefully check belt routing making sure bert is in the

grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.

o Reassemble L,H. mandrel cover.

L,H,

MANDREL

COVER _\

SCREWS

iDLER PULLEY
PULLEYS

ENGINE

ADJUSTMENTS

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 26)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

= Remove mower drive belt (See"TO REPLACE MOWER

DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

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

section of this manual)°

= Remove four screws from R.H. mandrel cover and

remove cover..

* Disconnect secondary clutch rod from pivot rod by

removing retainer spring.

. Carefully roll belt off Roll. mendrei pulley°

- Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler puliey,
and LH. mandrel pulley.

. Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu-

lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

o Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they

rotate freely.

o Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idEer arm and

sway-bar bracket°

* Install new belt in lower groove of LH. mandrel pulley,

idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown,.

. Roll belt over R,H mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in

all grooves properly.,

. Reconnect secondary clutch rod to pivot rod with

retainer spring.,

* Reinstall R°H,,mandrel cover.
o 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" in this section of this manual),

LJ
MANDREL

MOWER
DRIVE

BELT BELT

KEEPERS

FIG. 25

22

MOWER CENTER

L÷H°MANDREL DRIVE BELT

BLADE MANDREL

SWAY BAR
BRACKET IDLER

PULLEY

FIG. 26

SECONDARY
IDLER ARM

SPRING

SCREW

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxfe.

iftractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed inhighest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake_

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and
nut "A" on brake to&

• 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".

• Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above° Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further

maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center/department,

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

NUT

PULLEY

TABS

IDLER

KEEPER

IDLER

PULLEY

FIG. 28

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer-
ingwheel and reassemble per instructions inthe Assembly

section of this manual..

tG ARM

FIG. 27

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 28)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake,

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on
bottom side of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this
section of this manual.)

• Remove upper belt keeper_

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler..
Pul_ belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt

upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep-

erso

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards

from around engine pultey_

° Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS
POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS,

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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

your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized
service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
(See Fig. 29)

. BIock up axle securely_
,, Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do
not lose)..

• Repair tire and reassemble,

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub
and axleo Insert square key,.

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

° Replace axle cover,
NOTE: To seat tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

"_SQUARE KEY

23 FIG. 29

(REAR WHEELONLY)

SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS

TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND AD-

JUSTMENT (See Figs. 30 and 31)

The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shiftlever
is inthe neutral (N) (lock gate) pesition_ The adjustment is

preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed,
proceed as follows:

o Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N)o
° Loosen two locknuts on tie rod.

• Turn center rod until gearshift lever falls into neutral
lock gate on fender console.

• Tighten Iocknuts securely.

LOCKGATE

FIGo30

LOCKNIJTS

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

See Fig. 32)

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from bat-

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-
teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be
recharged_ If "jumper cables" are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITHA
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.

FIG. 31

CENTER ROD

TRANSAXLE

O

L,H. PANEL
BOLT

FIG. 32

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RV!CE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 35)

, Raise hood. The choke control has been preset at the factory and
° Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill.

* Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

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.

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

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move choke control (located
on dash panel) to fuil choke (N) position°

• Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to
expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the
Customer Responsibilities section of this manuat)o

o Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing

clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is
completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se-

cure¥

° Reassemble air cleaner.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY
(See Fig. 33)

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector..

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

• To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT
WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 33

QUARTER

CIRCLE

SWIVEL

FIG. 34

CLOSE

CHOKE

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE
(See Fig. 34)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary° Check adjustment as
described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is
necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle control lever to
fast (,1_) position.

• Check that swivel is against side of quarter circle. If it
is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back
until swivel is against quarter circle° Tighten cable
clamp screw securely..

25

CASING'
CLAMP I _ , _'-_ _._

SCREW _ || __,'__'_k,,_"_%\"'/"_ t::::::__

FIG. 35

CHOKE
LEVER

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TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Figs, 36 &

37)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust-

ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,
temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:
in general, turning the mixture screw in (clockwise) de-

creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/
air mixture. Turning the mixture screw out (counterclock-

wise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a

richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -
° Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the threttle

control cable and choke are adjusted properly (see
above).

, With engine off turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise)

closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns.
FINAL SETTING -
° Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make

final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.
,' With throttle control lever in stow (,_) position, hold

throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle

speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.
, While stitl holding throttle Iever against id{e speed

screw, turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) until
engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclock-
wise) until engine runs rough_ Turn screw to a point

midway between those two positions.

• Continue to hold throttle lever against idlespeed screw
and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200

RPM. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -
o Move throttle control lever from slow (,_,) to fast (,_)

positfon. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture
screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test
and continue to adjust, ifnecessary, until engine accel-
erates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory ad._ustedo Do not adjust

damage may result.

NTS

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE
GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE
THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE
DANGEROUS_ iF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/
DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

tDLE SPEED

SCREW

IDLE MIXTURE
SCREW

THROTTLE
LEVER

FIG. 36

1DLE SPEED (___*'_

LEVER

FIG. 37

IDLE MIXTURE
SCREW

26

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STORAG

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Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of ENGINE

the season or if the tractor wii! not be used for 30 days or

more.

i

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

where fumes may reach an open flame

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

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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, dry area.

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

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

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

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

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear_ Replace if necessary.

o Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightlybefore painting.

BATTERY

. Fully charge the battery for storage.
. After a .period of time in storage, battery may require

rechargrng.

• To help prevent corrosion and power Ieakage during
long periods of storage, battery cables should be
disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-
tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

o After cleaning, teave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals°

• Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

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

J

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL
SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,
FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE iNDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED
FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS
TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING
STORAGE.. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL
SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE iN STORAGE

• Drain the fuel tank°
. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty..

- Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe

fuet 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 stabilize r to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor ifusing fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

° Remove spark plug(s).

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

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

to distribute oil.

° Replace with new spark ptug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

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

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems

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

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

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

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

27

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

CAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEM

iiii i,,, 1i,,,11,,11

Will not start

i

Hard to start

,11,,11,,,,i

Engine will not turn over

1.. Out of fuel
2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3. Engine flooded
4 Badspark plug.

5. Dirtyair filter

6. Dirty fuel filter

7. Water in fuel.

8.. Loose or damaged wiring

9. Carburetor out of adjustment..

10. Engine vaives out of adjustment

1 Dirty air filter

2 Bad spark plug
3 Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5.. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.
7 Carburetor out of adjustment

8 Engine valves out of adjustment.

1 C{utchforake pedal not depressed.

2.. Attachment clutch ts engaged
3 Weak or dead battery

4 Blown fuse.
5 Corroded battery terminals..
6 Loose or damaged wiring

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.
9 Faulty operator presence swifch(es).

t. Fill luet tank

2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section.
3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start..

4. Replace spark ptug
5 Cleanlreplace air filter

6 Repiace fuel filter.
7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refiI{ tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring
9 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section

10. Contact an authorized service center/department.

I Clean/replace air filter..

2 Replace spark plug
3 Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fuel filter
5 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline
6 Check all wiring

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments
section

8 Contact an authorized service center/department

1 Depress clutch/brake pedal
2 Disengage attachment clutch

3 Recharge or replace battery

4. Replace fuse

5 Clean battery terminals.
6 Check nil wiring

7 Check/replace ignition switch

8 Check/replace solenoid or starter

9. Contact an authorized service center/department

Engine clicks but will not
start

Loss of power

i

Excessive vibration

1 Weak or dead battery.
2 Corroded battery terminals.

3 Loose or damaged wiring
4, Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttfe In =CHOKE" position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower
4 Dirty air filter.
5 Low oil levelfdidy oil

6 Faulty spark plug,
7 Dirty fuel filter..
8 Stale or dirty fuel

9 Water in lust

101 Spark plug "wire loose

11. Dirty engine air sereentfins
12 Dirtyldogged muffler

13 Loose or damaged widng,
14 Carburetor out of adjustment

15. Engine valves out of adjustment

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1. Worn. bent or loose blade

2 Bent blade mandrel.

3 Loose/damaged part(s).

1 Recharge or replace battery
2 Clean battery terminals
3 Check a!l wiring.

4 Check!replace solenoid or slarter

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.

2.. Adjust throttle conlrol.

3. Clean underside of mower housing
4 Cleanlreplace air filter.

5 Check oil level/change oil

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug
7 Replace fuel filter

8. Drain fuel tank and refi!I with fresh gasoline
9 Drain fuel tank end carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire
11 Ctean engine air screen/fins

12. Clean/replace muffler

_:13 Check aIEwiring.

14 See '`To Adjust Carburetor' in Service Adjustments

section

15 Contact an authorized service center/department

1. Replace blade. Tighten b{ade bolt.
2 Replace blade mandrel.

3 Tighten loose part(s). Repface damaged parts

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TROU HOOT!

PROBLEM CAUSE

i

Engine continues to run
when operator leaves seat
with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut-uneven

ii

Mower blades will not

rotate

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t Faulty operator-safety presence control system

, i ,u,, i uun I i

1 Worn, bent or loose blade
2 Mower deck not level
3 Buildup of grass, {eaves, and trash under mower

4 Bent blade mandrel
5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, feaves, and trash around mandrels

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.
2 Worn/damaged mower drive belt

3. Frozen idler pulley

4. Frozen btade mandrel

n.....................................

Check widng, switches and connections If not
corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department

1 Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt
2 Level mower deck,,

3 Clean underside of mower housing
4 Replace btade mandrel

5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

1 Remove obstruction,,
2 Replace mower drive belt
3 Replace idler puEJey
4 RepFace blade mandrel

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working
(if so equipped)

inll

Battery will not charge

Engine"backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

1 Engine speed too slow.

2 Travelspeed too fast
3 Wet grass
4 Mower deck not level

5 Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, 1eaves and trash under mower
8 Mower dnve belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed

10. Improper biades used
1 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

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1 Switch is "OFF'.
2 Bulb(s) bumedout

3. Faulty llght switch

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse

1 Bad battery ceil(s),
2 Poor cable connections,

3 Faulty regulator (if so equipped)

4 Fauity altemator

1, Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine

I Place throttle control in "FAST" position
2 Shift to slower speed.
3 Aliow grass to dry before mowing

4 Levelmower deck.
5 Checktires for proper air pressure..

6 Replace/sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt
7 Ctean underside of mower housing

8 Replace mower drive belt.
9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10 Replace with blades listed in this manual

1 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

....................... i

1.. Turn switch "ON"
2r Replace bulb(s).

3 Check/replace light switch.
4 Check wiring and connections..

5 Replace fuse

1 Replace battery,
2 Check/clean all connections

3 Replace regulator,,
4 Replace alternator,

Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and atiow
to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine

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SERVICE NOTES

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258661

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

/7

_G L,

IGNITION

SWITCH

RED

RED

WH_E

BATTERY

FUSE30 AMP

J. ........ J

CLUTCH1BRAKE

(PEDALUP)

BLACK

BLACK

STARTER

BLACK

I

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

I

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" I

OFF G + M + L NONE

RUN/LIGHT B + L A + Y

RUN B + L NONE

START B + L + S NONE

HOURMETER

(OPTIONAL)

BLACK (_ IGNITIONUNIT

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT
3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

BLUE

ORANGE

LIGHTING SYSTEM otYrPUT

5 AMP AC @ 3800 RPM

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM,
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT..
CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

eF__osP% LU

j(2 PLUGSON

TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

28 VOLTS AG M_N, @ 3600 RPM

I

DIODE !ALTERNATOR

t

t4 VOLTS AC MiN @ 3600 RPM {LIGHTS OFF)

HEADLIGHTS

BROWN

O O ,

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING,

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258661

KEY PART
NO, NO° DESCRIPTION

1 144926
2 74760412
3 STD551025
4 STD551125
6 STD541025
7 7697J

8 7603J
9 109596X

10 145211
11 150109
12 145769
16 '153664

19 STD551125
20 73350400
21 147430

22 4152J
24 4799J
25 146148
26 108824X
28 145491
29 121305X

30 140301
31 1242tlX

32 141226
33 109310X
40 156442
41 71110408
42 131563
43 145673
44 73640400
45 '121433X

52 141940
55 17490508

70 140413

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

Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge
Washer, Lock 1/4
Nut, Hex 1/4-20

Tube
Tray, Battery

Clamp, Hose
Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2
Holddown Battery Front Mount
Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

Switch Interlock Push*In

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Hex, Jam t/4_20
Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)

Light Bulb
Cable, Battery
Cable, Battery

Fuse

Cable, Ground

Switch, Seat

Switch, Ignition 4 Position

Nut, Ignition
Cover, Ignition Switch
Key, Molded, Craftsman
Harness, Ignition

Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x I/2
Cover, Terminal

Solenoid
Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter)
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Harness Engine B&S/Tec Dual

NOTE: AII component dimensions given in US. inches

1 inch = 25_4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

28

58 12

14

60

37

5

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37

53

52

20 23

54

34

10

7'1

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 159527
2 140356
3 17490612
4 STD551025

5 155272

9 150156X0tl
10 STD533710
11 155927
12 145660

13 155936
14 17490608

17 144983X558
18 126938X

20 156437
23 124028X
25 19131312
26 STD541437

28 145198X558
29 145200

30 151287X558
31 139976

37 17490508
38 139886
39 139887

51 73800400
52 19091416
53 145201

54 17030814

55 145202
57 STD552507

58 140547

60 72140606
64 154798
71 73680400
74 STD541437

1t4 158112
tt5 17490620
116 19131614
122 157301
123 152927

140 150556
142 156095
143 154966
144 154207
145 156524
147 74760412

Chassis
Drawbar

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

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Bumper HoodtDash
Dash, Silkscreened

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1
Panel, Dash, LH

Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L

Panel, Dash, RH

Screw, Thd+, Roll. 3/8+16 x 1/2 Type TT

Hood Assembly
Bumber Hood

Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank
Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line

Washer t3/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Locknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC

Gritle, W/Clips MS+558
Lens, Grille

Fender/Footrest
Bracket, Fender/Support

Screw, ThdroL 5/16+18 x 1/2 TYT

Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower, Rear
Pivot Bracket Assembly, RH, Mower, Rear

Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4 - 20 UNC

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga+

Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

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

Bracket Grille Pickoff RH
Bolt FinHex l/4 -20 UNC X.,75

Air Duct P/L 18HP B&S Opp+ Twin
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-t6 UNC x 3/4

Dash Lower STLT

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 UNC

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Keeper Belt Rear LH STL P930

Screw ThdroI 3/8+16 x 1+1/4

Washer t3/32 x 1 x 14 Gao

Bracket Shift STLT
Screw
Bracket Chassis Front
Plate Reinforcement STLT

Backrest Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4

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

1 inch = 2&4 mm

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PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258661

KEY PART

NO, NO.

2 146682
3 123666X
4 12000028
5 121520X

6 17490512

8 154792
10 STD561210
11 105701X
13 74550412
14 STD551125
15 74490544
!8 STD5237!0

19 STD541437
21 106933X
22 130804
24 STD541237
25 106888X
26 STD551037
27 STD561210

28 145204
29 124236X
30 130807
31 127275X
32 STD523107
34 155071
35 120183X
36 STD551062
37 STD571810
38 t23674X

39 STD523727
40 4470J
41 154777
42 19131312
47 127783
48 154604
49 123205X
50 STD523715
51 STD541437

52 STD541431

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

Transaxle (See Breakdown) 53 105710X

Peerless 930-057A 55 105709X
Spring, Return, Brake 56 STD523712

Pulley, Transaxle 57 130801
Ring, Retainer 58 127274X
Strap, Torque 59 '140312
Screw, Thd., Roll. 5/16-18 x3/4 61 17490612

Rod Shifter Fender STLT 62 8883R
Pin, Cotter 63 140186

Washer, Shift Plate 64 71170764

Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Grade 8

Washer 65 STD551143

Bolt, Hex Ftghd 5/16-18 Grade 5 66 154778
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1. Gr 5 72 19132012

Nut 74 137057
Knob 75 121749X

Rod, Brake 76 STD581075
Nut 77 123583X

Spring, Brake Rod 78 121748X

Washer

Pin 80 145090
Rod, Parking Brake

Cap, Parking Brake, Red 82 123782X
Bracket, Transaxle 83 19171216
Keeper, Belt, L_H_ 84 145643

Bolt 85 150360
Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 86 7t 208

Bearing, Nylon 87 19212016

Washer 88 12000008

Roll Pin 89 154886
Pulley, Idler, Flat 90 124346X

Bolt 96 4497H

Spacer, Split .395 x °59 !12 19091210

Keeper, Belt, Idler Foot-Proof 1t3 127285X

Washer 13/32 x 13/t8 x 12 Gauge 116 72110610

Pulley, Idler, WGroove, Plastic 118 154774
Bellcrank Assembly t21 154419

Retainer, Belt t24 156470
Bolt
Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC
Nut Crown Lock 5/t6-I8 UNC

79 2228M
81 156049

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UpS° inches

1 inch = 26.4 mm

Link, Clutch
Spring, Clutch Return

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8q6 x 1-1/4
V-Belt, Ground Drive
Keeper, Belt, R.H.

Keeper, Belt, Center Span
Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4
Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Engine
Bolt, Hex Head, Fin.

7/t6-20 x 4 Grade 5
Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge
Spacer, Axle

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

E-Ring
Key, Square 2_0 x .1845/.1865

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

Key Woodruff #9 3/t6 x 3/4

Arm, Shift
Shaft Assembly

Spring, Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x '16 Gauge
Tie Rod

Nut, Ny]ock
Bushing, Pivot

Washer

E-Ring

Console, Shift, STLT
Nut, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4
Retainer Spring 1" Zinc Cad

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge
Strap Torque LT

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1_25
Spacer Bellcrank

Nyliner Clutching STL
Guide, Belt RH Engine

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.258661

KEY PART

NO_ NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768
2 154427
3 156483
4 157473
5 6266H
6 121748X

7 19272016
8 12000029

9 3366R
10 156438
11 STD551137

13 154779
15 73901000
17 156546
18 57079
19 124035X

20 126684X
2t STD551125
22 71100410

23 127501
25 154406
26 126847X

27 136874
28 19131416
29 17490612
3O STD561210
32 130465
38 155099
37 152927
38 139769

39 19133808
40 STD541537

4t 100711L
42 145054
43 121749X

44 153720
46 t21232X

47 6855M
51 STD541431
53 73680600
54 74780520
62 156594
63 STD5237t0
65 15478O
66 '154404
67 74781044
68 154429
69 160367
70 74780636

Steering Wheel
Axte Assembly STMP Dropped STL

Spindle Assembly, LoHo
Spindle Assembly, R,H.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
Ring, Klip

Bearing, Steering Column
Draglink Extended Stamped

Washer, Lock
Bearing Axle STLT/GT

Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-tl UNC
Shaft Assembly, Steering

Washer, Thrust .515 x °750 x .033

Support, Shaft

Washer, Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x .062
Washer
Screw, Hex Socket Head

!/4-20 x 5/8
Pittman Shaft Assembly

Bracket, Steering
Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer !3/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw, Thd, Roll. 3/8_16 x 3/4
Pin
Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steering

Screw

Insert, Steering Wheel
Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge
Gripco Nut

Adaptor, Steering Wheel
Boot, Steering Shaft

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

Extension Shaft Steering LR,.LT
Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-t8 UNC x 1-!/4

Kit Steering Asm Service

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

Spacer Axle

Bearing Arm Pittman

Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8_11 UNC x 2-3/4
Axle, Brace

Spacer, Brace, Axle

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

NOTE: Artcomponent dimensions given in UoSoinches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258661

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 151273
2 17720410
3

4 149723
5 144069
6 144068
7 138129

8 150176

10 145552
11 STD551125
12 STD522507
13 272250
14 13280336

15 13200300
16 STD551237

17 17490624
23 156123
25 145996

26 73920600
27 152927
29 137180
31 153630
32 155971
33 123487X
34 106082X
35 17490512
37 8543R

38 .......

39 109227X
40 3645J
41 139277
81 128861

Control Throt Paddle 32 22
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T

Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs
Model No,,42E707-1631-01

Muffler Exhaust
Exhaust Asm, Left

Exhaust Asm. Right
Clamp Tube Double Engine

Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Sems
Heat Shield Lt

Washer Lock Hvy. Helical !/4

Bolt Fin Hex t/4-20 x 3/4
Gasket Muffler

Nipple Pipe 4-1/2'_
Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1-1/2 Tytt
Shield Browning

Control Choke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

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

Tank Fuel 3 50 Rear
Cap Fuel Guage STLT

Clamp Hose Blk
Spacer Pad

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

Line Fue!
Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

Pad Idler 1_75x .75 x ,06

Bushing
Stem Tank Fuel

Nut, Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S_ inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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28 27

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MOWER LIFT

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258661

KEY PART
NO+ NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460
2 159471
3 105767X
4 12000002

5 19211621
6 120183X

7 125631X
8 122365X

11 139865
12 139866
13 STD624008
15 127218
16 73350800
17 130171
18 73800800

19 139868
20 STD624008
23 1!0807X

24 19131016
25 2876H
26 76020308
27 126971X
28 73350600
29 138057
30 150233
31 140302
32 73540600
49 145212
50 1t0452X

Wire Assy., Inner, with Plunger
Shaft Asmo Lift

Pin Groove
E Ring #5t33-62

Washer 21/32 x I x 2I Ga.
Bearing Nylon

Grip Handle Fluted
Button Plunger Read
Link Lift Lh Fixed Length
Link Lift Rh Fixed Length
Retainer Spring

Link Front
Nut Jam Hex 1/2-t3 Unc

Trunnion Blk Zinc

Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2+13 Unc

Arm Suspension Rear

Retainer Spring
Nut Spring

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga_

Spring 2-1/8"
Pin cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod Adj. Lift
Nut Hex Jam 3/8-t6

Knob Inf+ 3/8-16

Trunnion lnfin. Height

Bearing, Pivot, Lift, Special
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

Nut Flange Lock
Nut Push

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

1 inch = 25+4 mm

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116

47

21

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23

25

26

28

44

103102

105

9
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101

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MOWER DECK

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

1 156948
3 138457
5 4939M

6 130832
8 850857
9 10030600

10 140296
1t 152443

12 129895
13 137553

14 137152

15 110485X
16 140329

18 72140505
19 132827
20 145055
21 73680500

22 134753
23 131267

24 105304X
25 123713X

26 110452X
27 157788
28 19111016
29 131491
30 138776
31 129963
32 '153531
33 137266

34 144945
35 17490628
36 19131316

37 131494

38 156086

39 144917

40 137273

41 17490620

42 122052X

43 144949

44 133943

45 145059

46 137729

47 '144959

48 139573

49 73680600

50 72110612

5! 153390

Deck Asm., Mower 46" 52
Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 53

Retainer Spring 54
Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 55
Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr..8 58
Washer, Lock Hvy, Unplated 3/8 59

Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 60
Vented 6t
Blade, 46" Mower Deck 62
Bearing, Bal!, Mandrel #6204 63
Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 67
(Includes Key No. 12) 68
Housing, Mandrel 69
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 70

Stripper, Mower Round 71
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 72

Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18 73
Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" 74

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 75
Stifliner, Bracket 76
Bracket, Deflector 77
Cap, Sleeve 78
Spring, Torsion, Deflector 79

Nut, Push 80
Shield, Deflector Mower 81
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 G& 82

Rod, Hinge 83

Screw, Hex Head, Thdrolt 84
Washer, Spacer Mower Vented 87

Putiey, Mandrel 92

Nut, Fig Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 101
Anchor, Spring Deck 46" 102

Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Tytt 103
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 104

Pulley, Idler, Flat 105

Keeper, Belt, Idler 106

Puiley, Idler, Driven 116

Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent 117

Screw, Thdro!l 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt 118

Spacer, Retainer 1'19

Arm, Idler Secondary 126

Washer, Hardened 127

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-t6 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Washer, Felt

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

156493
19131312

74780616

72140608
156488

157034
156722
139888
131870

156473

74760512

156487

73350600

142028

133551

19111116

76020412

156474
127847
154809

127845
127498
153701

121748X

12000029
4497H

129803

149846

158373
73800600

145579
71161010

10071000
19061216
130758
2029J

137644

133957
73930600

19121414

156472

146763

157112

143651

1 inch = 25..4 mm

Pulley, Idler, Flat, 46 Prio Drive

Washer, 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga..

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

Link, Brake 46" Mech

Guide, Belt 46" Mower
Arm Assm. Brake 46"

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 Type TT
Spring Return
Bracket, Clutch Rod Pivot
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4
Rod, Clutch
Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Trunnion, Adj. 94

Rod, Pivot with Nibs

Washer 11/32 x 11/t6 x 16 Ga

Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4
Link, Clutch 46" Mech.

Arm, Clutch Secondary

Lever, Assm Clutch Primary
Keeper, Spring

Bushing, ..747 OD. x .'794 ID.

Spring, Mower Clutch
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga_

Ring, Clip
Retainer Spring 1"

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-'16 Unc
Knob, Custon Oval

Bracket, Extension
Locknut, Hex, w/lnsert 3/8-16 UNC

Cover, Mulching
Screw

Washer, Lock #10
Washer

Latch Asm. Bagger

Nut, Weld
Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide
Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 G&
Arm, Idler, Deck 46" Mech_

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim. 4.25
Deck Complete (Stdo Deck-Order

separately mulcher plate and gauge
wheel components Key Nos. 101-

106 and 1t6-118)
Mandrel Assm Service

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KEY
NO.

1
2
3
4
5

6
7
8
9

10
12

PART

NO,

140123
140551
74760616
19131610
145006
STD541437
124181X
17490616
19131614
155925
121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1
Washer Flat I3/32 x i x 10 Ga

Clip Push-In ..........

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8 -16 UNC

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi
Screw 3/8-16x!

Washer 13/32 x i x 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)
Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X
14 72050411

15 134300
16 121250X

17 123976X
21 153236
22 STD541431
23 74780814
24 19171912
25 127018X
26 STD551150

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS. inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 ld
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-3/8

Spacer Spilt 28 X 96 Zinc
Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock1/4 Lge Ftg Gr 5 Zinc
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18
Bott Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr 5

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

Washer Lock Hvy HIc! Spr 1/2

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17

7

10

22

19

14 13 14

2

15

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 156439

2 273503
3 151299
4 151300
6 133644
7 150927

9 146709
10 150333
11 156368
13 146046

WHEELS & TIRES

2 _,8

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal Fender Danger Sears !4 151432
Decal, Engine 19.5 HP Turbo I5 139346

Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 17 158215
Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 19 138047
Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom 20 156787
Decal Panel Side B&S 22 149516
Decal Fender Craftsman Gold - - 1383'I 1

Decal Cap CNSMR Hetp Line SRS - - 154515
Decal Fender STLT Oper Inst E/S -- 154516

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E - - 159742

- _ 159743

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 °59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

7 4,t0
7_ 3,9

5 106732X427
6 278H

7 9040H
8 106108X427
9 122082X

10 7152J
11 104757X

-- 144334

DESCRIPTION

Decal Chassis 46"
Decal Mower Drive Schematic

Decal Insert, Hood
Decal Battery Diehard Sears

Decal Deck Mower EZ3 Mulching
Decal Battery

Decal Lift Handle
Pad Footrest Lh STLT
Pad Footrest Rh STLT

Manual, Owner's (English)
Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

DESCRIPTION

Valve Cap, Tire
Stem, Valve

Tire, Front
Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)
Rim, Front

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)
Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Rim, Rear
Tire, Rear
Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Cap, Axle

Sealant, Tire (10 oz_ Tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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35 77

29

83

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23

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79

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A

REF PART REF PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772t08A Cover, Transaxle 43 792075

2 780086A Bearing, Needle 44 790025
3 770102A Case, Transaxle 45 786066

4 776260A Shaft, Counter 46 786086
5 776219B Shaft and Pinion Assembly, Output 47 774690

6 778139 Gear, Output, 35Teeth 48 774691
7 778136 Gear, Spur, t5 Teeth, Steel 49 778215

8 792136A Key, Shift 50 778125

8A 792047 Key, Woodruff 51 778124A

9 784352 Collar, Shifter 52 778123A

10 784355 Rod and Fork Assembly, Shift 53 778122A
11 778229 Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth 54 778273

12 778113A Bevel Pinion, Input 56 778230
13 778221 Gear, Bevel, 16 Teeth 57 778151
14 778068 Gear, Bevel Pinion 58 778126A
15 778260 Gear, Ring 59 778127A
17 786139 Pin, Drive 60 778128A
18 786102 Spacer, Neutral 61 778163

20 792077 Ball, Steel 5/16" diameter 65 780109
2t 792078 Set Screw 3/8-16 x 3/8 66 776135

22 792079 Spring 67 7763!5A
23 788061 Ring, Seal 68 7861t6A
25 792073 Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread 69 780051

Forming 1/4_20 x 1ol/4 70 786118

26 792125 Ring, Retainer 71 788069

(4 Required, Package of 2) 72 792165

27 792035 Ring, Retainer 72A 788091
28 788040 Ring, Retainer 76 780090

29 780072 Washer, Thrust 77 788078A
30 780108 Washer, Thrust
31 780001 Washer 79 792144

32 792001 "O" Ring 81 786081
33 788095 Seal, Square Cut
34 780t05A Bushing, Flanged 82 786082

35 780118A Bushing, Flanged 83 786123
36 790003 Disk, Brake 90 788067B

37 790007 Plate, Brake Pad 103 792166
38 799021 Pad, Brake (Package of 2) 104 792167

39 786026 Pin, Dowel 150 788093

40 792076A Washer, Flat 900 794602
41 790079 Lever, Brake

42 792073 Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread

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

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

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

'1inch = 25.4 mm

Parts must be ordered from Tecumseh Products Co,

Locknut 5/16-24
Holder, Brake Pad
Spacer

Bracket, Brake Lever
Axle 11-5/16" long

Axle 16-1/2" long
Gear, S _ur, 37 Teeth, Steel (1,,)
Gear, S }ur, 35 Teeth (2_)
Gear, S 3ur, 30 Teeth -7(3)
Gear, S :)ur, 25 Teeth (4.)

Gear, S 3ur, 22 Teeth _'(5)
Gear, S }ur, 19 Teeth, Steel (6_)
Gear, S 3ur, 12 Teeth, Steel (1,,)
Gear, S _ur. 15 Teeth (2.,)
Gear, S 3ur, 20 Teeth (3_)

Gear, S 3ur, 25 Teeth (4.)
Gear, S _ur, 28 Teeth f5, t

Gear, S)ur, 31 Teeth 6_

Washer Thrust

Shaft, In 3ut

Shaft, Brake, 4 Keyed

Plug

Washer, Thrust
Spacer

Square Cut Ring

Plug, Threaded 9/16-18

"O" Ring
Washer, Thrust

Ring, Retaining, Inverted
(Package of 2)
Spring, Brake

Chain, Roller
(Number 41 Chain, 24 Links)

Sprocket, 9 Teeth (Reverse)
Sprocket, 18 Teeth (Reverse)

Grease, Bentonite, 32 Ounce Bottle
Screw 1/4-20 x 2

Locknut 1/4-20
Gasket Eliminator (Loctite #515)

Replacement Transaxle

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392

434

76

394

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108

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102

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307

308

305

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307

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KEY PART KEY PART
NOo NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 497074
2 399265
3 391086
4 493304
5 493457

5A 493458

7 271867

7A 271868

8 495754

8A 222892

9 27803

10 94382

10A 94830

11 280225
12 273208

271188
271189

13 94565
15 94239
18 394028

94196

20 291675
22 94724
23 491180

24 222698
25 498584

498585
498586

498587

26 394959

394960
394961

394962
27 263129
28 498319

391286
29 394306

397158
32 94671
33 390420
34 261528

35 65906
36 26828
40 221596

41 292260
42 494553
45 261368
46 2'13520

50 213290

51 271412

51A 281411

52 27O884
53 93970

Cylinder Assembly 54 93208
Bushing 75 222511

*Seal, Oil 78 95039

Sump, Engine 90 495181
Head, Cylinder #1 91 495035
Head, Cylinder #2 93 231209

* Gasket, Cylinder Head #1
* Gasket, Cylinder Head #2 95 93499

Breather Assembly #1 96 221939

Cover, Breather Cylinder #2 97 392672

(Used Only on Key #572, 98 9'I920

Air Baffle with Holes for Mounting) 99 26157

*Gasket, Breather 102 271607

Screw, Seres 103 298514
Screw, Seres 104 231435

Tube, Breather 105 394683
* Gasket, Crankcase, ..015" Thick 107 491543
* Gasket, Crankcase, .005" Thick 108 223534
* Gasket, Crankcase, .009" Thick 109 392673

Screw, Cylinder Head 116 280474

Plug, Oil Drain 117 231338

Crankshaft 231333

Timing Gear Key
* Seal, Oil t19 94152

Screw, Sems 121 491539

Flywheel 127 223472

Key, Flywheel 161 496599

Piston Assembly, Standard Size '165 94289

Piston Assembly, .010" Oversize 187 299146
Piston Assembly, .020" Oversize 188 94627
Piston Assembly, .030" Oversize 201 262683
Ring Set, Standard Size 202 262684
Ring Set, .010" Oversize 203 280997
Ring Set, .020" Oversize 205 93971
Ring Set, _030" Oversize 206 94298
Lock, Piston Pin 207 262337

Pin, Piston, Standard Size 209 262352
Pin, Piston, .005" Oversize 209A 261563
Rod, Connecting, Standard Size 2'19 394348
Rod, Connecting, _020" Undersize 219A 393415

Screw, Connecting Rod 220 222773

Valve, Exhaust 222 491282
Valve, Intake 224 94297

Spring, Valve, Intake

Spring, Valve, Exhaust

Retainer, Valve, Intake
Retainer, Valve, Exhaust

Keeper, Valve

TalSpet, Valve

Gear, cam
Manifold, Intake

Gasket, Carburetor Mounting
Spacer, Carburetor

* Gasket, Intake Manifold Mounting

Screw, Hex Head,
Carburetor to Manifold

94 491538

* Included in Gasket Set (495868)

** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539)

*** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539),

..... and PumpRepair Kit (393397)

.... Included in Gasket Set (495868),

and Carburetor Kit (491539)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Screw, Phillips

Washer, Spring

Screw, Hex
Carburetor

Body Assembly, Upper
Bushing, Throttle Shaft

** Valve, Idle Adjust

Screw_ Sems
Valve, Throttle

Shaft, Throttle
Screw, Fillister Head
Spring, Throttle Adjust

** Gasket, Carburetor Body

Float, Carburetor

** Pin, Float Hinge
** Valve, Needle

Body Assembly, Lower
Valve, Choke

Shaft, Choke

* O-Ring

Jet, Needle Valve, Fixed
Jet, Needle Valve, Fixed,

High Altitude
Screw, Hex Head

Carburetor Kit

"* Plug, Welch

Base, Air Cleaner
Nut, Wing
Line, Fuel, 28" Long (Cut to Suit)

Screw

Link
Link

Crank, Bell

Screw, Hex Head

Nut

Spring, Control, Rod
Spring, Governor
Spring, Governor Idle
Gear, Governor
Oil Slinger
Washer, Thrust
Bracket, Control
Screw, Torx®

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION
227 491297 Lever Assembly, Governor 556 93585 Screw, Hex Head

229 62199 Washer 562 93853 Bolt, Governor Lever
230 223882 Washer, Governor Crank, Inside 567 9481t Screw, Hex Head.
235 224995 Shield, Fuel Spray Back Plate to Cylinder

240 394358 Filter, Fuel 569 272645 * Gasket, Base
244 230318 Connector, Fue! Line 572 2248t6 Baffle, Air, Cylinder #2

257 93897 Screw, Sems 573 491304 Ptate, Back
258 94623 Screw, Seres 592 92278 Nut, Hex.

259 223890 Bracket, Cable 601 93053 Clamp, Hose
265 221535 Clamp, Casing 615 94296 Retainer, E-Ring

267 94906 Screw, Seres 615A 263080 Retainer
284 94674 Screw, Hex Head 616 491530 Crank, Governor
284A 94882 Screw, Hex Head 634 271013 ** Washer, Throttle Shaft

304 495469 Housing, Blower, Red 634A 491287 * Seal, Governor Shaft
305 94786 Screw, Sems 635 66538 Boot, Spark Plug
306 222846 Shield, Cylinder 642 225008 Cover, Air Cleaner
306A 223734 Shield, Cylinder 643 496700 Plate, Air Cleaner
307 94930 Screw, Self-Tapping 653 93585 Screw, Hex Head
308 224774 Cover, Air Guide 726 391362 Gear, Ring
308A 224775 Cover, Air Guide (Includes Mounting Parts)
309 497596 Motor, Starter 741 262989 Gear, Timing
310 94003 Bolt, Thru 783 280104 Gear, Starter

311 497608 Brush Set 801 394860 Cap, Drive
332 230674 Nut, Hex 802 497607 Cap, End

333 394891 Armature, Magneto 803 497604 Housing, Starter
334 9473'I Screw, Sems 819 94675 Screw, Hex Head
337 802592 Plug, Spark 842 270920 * Seal, Cap

356 494705 Wire, Stop 847 495715 Tube Assembly, Oil
358 491856 Gasket Set 851 493880 .Terminal, Cable

363 19203 Flywheel Putler 858 270989 *** Diaphragm, Carburetor
383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug 859 271025 *** Gasket, Pump
387 280197 Body, Pump 860 261358 *** Spring, Diaphragm
392 261395 *** Spring, Diaphragm 861 393397 Repair Kit, Pump
394 270988 *** Diaphragm, Carburetor 868 497212 Seal. Valve

414 220680 Washer 869 261463 Seat, Valve, Intake
422 222875 Bracket, Oil Fill 870 213316 Seat, Valve, Exhaust

432 221377 *** Cap, Spring 871 261961 Bushing, Guide (Exhaust Only)

434 223688 Cover, Diaphragm 231218 Bushing, Guide (Intake, Brass)

435 93829 Screw, Diaphragm Cover 877 393456 Wire, Alternator
445 394019 Filter, Air 881 495901 Plate, Cover
468 497908 Screen, Rotating 955 397882 Plug and Seal, Solenoid

474 393474 Alternator 1005 281053 Fan, Flywheel
482 93621 Screw, 1006 224901 Retainer, Fan

510 497606 Drive, Starter 1019 496726 Label Kit
523 494947 . Cap, Oil Fill 1058 272112 Owner's Manual

524 271157 Seal, Fill Tube 1090 497605 Retainer, Brush
525 495348 Tube, Oil Fill (Includes Seals

528 393815 Hose, Vacuum * Included in Gasket Set (495868)

534 94823 Screw, Air Cleaner ....

535 272490 Filter, Air ** Inciuded in Carburetor Kit (491539)

537 2714tl .... Gasket, Air Cleaner

544 497603 Armature, Starter *** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539),
552 262332 Lower Bushing, Governor and Pump Repair Kit (393397)

552A 262331 Upper Bushing, Governor .... Inciuded in Gasket Set (495868),

and Carburetor Kit (491539)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,,S_inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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REPAIR SERVICE

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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

19.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has
its own model number.

The model number for your tractor will be found on the

model plate located Ltnderthe 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-

tai.IStores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

° PRODUCT - TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER - 917.258661
o ENGINE MODEL NO. - 42E707-1631-01

° PART NUMBER
', PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you
consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians
specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we service what we sell

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