Craftsman 917.270514 User Manual

Owner's Manual

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14.5 HP
ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXt_E i

LAWN TRACT

Model No.

917.270514

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am-5pm, Mon-Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.comlcraftsman

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

SafetyRules..........................................2

ProductSpecifications..........................5

Assembly...............................................8

Operation...........:................................11

MaintenanceSchedule......................17

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

material or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-
dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained
in the owner's manual.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATIERY
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 rights, and you may also have other rights which may

vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/617 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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

ServiceandAdjustments....................21

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

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

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

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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is
capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe
the following safety instructions could re-

sult in serious injury or death.
GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all in-
structions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to oper-
ate the machine.

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

picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other 2

people before mowing. Stop machine
if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge di-

rection and do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without ei-

ther the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unat-
tended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and re-
move keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.

• Do not operate the machine while un-
der the influence of alcohol or drugs.

* Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or un-

loading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a
large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators
should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from
serious injury.

SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All
slopes require extra caution. If you can-
not back up the slope or if you feel un-

easy 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, Un-

even terrain could overturn the ma-

chine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-
weights to improve stability.

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

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.

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

blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope,

DO NOT:

• Do notturn on slopes unless neces-
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-
ally downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The mower could sud-

denly 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 nottry to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the ma-

chine and the mowing activity. Never as-
sume that children will remain where you

last saw them.

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

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if chil-
dren enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may'fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the
machine.

• Use extra care when approaching
blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other

objects that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow en-
gine 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 heat-

er.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

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

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

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

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs
with the engine running.

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

which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing

them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.

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

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if chil-

dren enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• k Look for this symbol to point out im-

portant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!N YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-
even terrain could overturn the ma-

chine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

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

blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-
ally downhill, if possible.

WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

CAUTION: In order to prevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, trans-
porting, adjusting or making repairs al-
ways disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug,

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE
CAPACITY

AND TYPE:
OILTYPE

API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

;PARK PLUG: CHAMPION
3AP: .030'_ RJ19LM OR J19LM

rALVE INTAKE: .005"-.007'
;LEARANCE: EXHAUST:.009"-.011'

"ROUND SPEEDFORWARD:
MPH): 1ST 1.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI
PRESSURE: REAR: 12 PSI

:HARGING 3 AMPS BAI-['ERY
IYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BA-I-FE RY: AMP/HR: 25

IBLADE BOLT 27-35 FT, LBS
rTORQUE:

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase
of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured
to give you the best possible dependabil-

ity and performance.
Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact
your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center. We have competent, well-trained
technicians and the proper tools to

service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The
instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

f .25 GALLONS

UNLEADED
REGULAR

SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F

SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°1=)

2ND 1.4
3RD 2.2
4TH 3.4

5TH 4.3

6TH 5.5

REVERSE: 1.7

MIN. CCA: 190
CASE SIZE:U1R

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Mamtenance Agreement is
available on this product. Contact your

nearest Sears store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

,_ WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester

is used, it should be maintained in

effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Department (See
REPAIR PARTS section of this manual ).

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Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Large Flat Washer

Metal

Screws

(2) Sheet

#10-16 x 1/2

3/8-24

(1) Locknut

(1) Knob

(1) Washer

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

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

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Seat

Parts packed separately in carton

v

m

Manual

Video

Cassette

I

Steering

Boot

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(2) Keys

Steering

Wheel

, I

Parts Bag

Wheel

Steering

Insert

Slope Sheet

0

Steering

Bushing

, , Adapter

Steering Wheel

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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. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) 1/2" wrench
(1) 5/16" wrench
(1) Phillips

Screwdriver

When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering
wheel).

(1) Pliers

(1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure

gauge

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

• Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24
Iocknut 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.
I ._. I _Steering Wheel

Inse

!tJqL \l}l _ 3/8-24 Locknut

_'-Large Flat Washer

")/ Metal

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts
and parts cartons from carton.

• 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.

BEFORE ROLUNGTRACTOR OFF

Steerin_Wh_ SBtuesel_ingg

Tabs

Steering

Adapter

Steering

Steering

(Assembly
Position)

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

• Slide the steering bushing over the
steering shaft.

• Raise steering shaft forward until

screw holes in dash line up with
steering bushing. Install two (2) sheet
metal screws and tighten securely.

• Position steering boot over steering

shaft.

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

secure.

• Slide steering wheel adapter onto
upper steering shaft.

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

• Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
onto adapter.

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"'-. n f

• --.. ; i

Steenng Shaft ......... -..... ( ;

(Shipping Position) ......... '

HOWTO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

• Lift seat pan to raised position and
open battery box door.

• If this battery is put into service after
month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals)
charge battery for minimum of one

hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in
Maintenance section of this manual for

charging instructions).

Slot

8

Seat

Battery Box

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat
pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble
shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt
securely.

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

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position
is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its
adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment •

knob securely.

Seat

Shoulder

Bolt

Label

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge
guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

• k, WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.
Be sure the area in front of tractor is

clear of other people and objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress crutch/brake pedal and set
the parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.

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

position.

• Start the engine. After engine has
started, move throttle control to idle

position.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid,

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking
brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that
follow.

Flat Washer
Adjustment
Knob

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and

function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest
position.

• Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
position.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION
OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for
replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments
section ofthis manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECKBRAKESYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your
tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See 'q'O ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

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CHECKTIREPRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-
flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important
for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

,/'CHECKLIST

BEFOREYOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND
SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:
,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.
,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).
,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

•/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).
,/Be sure mower deck is properly

leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for

best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).
,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA A'I-I'ENTION TO
THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

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

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

LIGHT

OVER TEMP I

UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

R N H L

A1-FACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Attachment

Ammeter

Throttle/Choke

Control

Pedal

Clutch Lever

Ignition Switch

Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

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

Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER oUsed
to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck
or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for
declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.
GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting
and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to
release attachment lift lever when

changing its position.
LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on
and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks
clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.
THRO'n'LE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

AMMETER - Indicates battery charging

(+) or discharging (-).

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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 or performing any
adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine
is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the
parking brake will shut off the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release pres-

sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in "BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

"Position

Throttle/Choke

Position

Pedal

"Engaged"

Position •

Lever

"Disengaged"

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach-
ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE-

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE-

• Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle
before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

Brake

• 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.
IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition

switch in any position other than "OFF"

will cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_iCAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagg!ng

and mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD
The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in
neutral (N) position,

• Move gearshift lever to desired

position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful
life of your transaxle.

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TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever
determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move
lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-
mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are

measured from the ground to the blade
tip with the engine not running. These
heights are approximate and may vary
depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being
mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches
during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and
after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass
over 6 inches in height should be

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

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment

clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging
attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-
gage attachment clutch control.

_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

Attachment Clutch
Lever "Engaged"

Position/

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15° and do
not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking
brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor
to roll slightly as you restart movement,

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)
position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage
when transporting your tractor on a truck
or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

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

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER
ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with
specifications of the manufacturer of your
tractor. Use common sense when towing.
Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control
of your tractor.

_ _ Lever High
_ Position

l ,.':':!:"_'_ Low

., / .-- Attachemnt Lift

z_u,._d_,.::,_ Position

'pDo_ingage _ "__j

Discharge

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BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENIGNE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your 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 neces-
sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-
nance section in this manual.

ADDGASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do
not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-
ness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in
temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use

fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to

help insure good cold weather starting.
_l 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 storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions

for additional information. Never use

engine or carburetor cleaner products in

the fue! tank or permanent damage may

occur.

A_LCAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time
or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will
take extra cranking time to move fuel
from the tank to the engine.

• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm
and cold starting procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key
clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.
Do not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.
If the engine does not start after
several attempts, move throttle control

to fast position, wait a few minutes and
try again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the
choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and
above)

• When engine starts, move the throttle
control to the fast position.

• The attachments and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and
allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and

below)

• When engine starts, allow engine to
run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs
roughly, then move throttle control to
fast position. This may require an
engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depend-
ing On the temperature.

• The attachments can also be used
during the engine warm-up period.

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 perfor-

mance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURE-

TOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manuat.

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MOWlNGTIPS

• 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 trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged
onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.
This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform
cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,
driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction
making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried
clippings. Make first cut relatively

high; the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet
grass will plug mower and leave
undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing
performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by
selecting a low enough gear to give

the mower cutting performance as well

as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a
ground speed that will suit the terrain
and give best performance of the
attachment being used.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ____

Check Brake Operation _

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

_'_ ._ '_ _. _ _'-'_

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R Check for Loose Fasteners I_ 1_7 I1_

T Lubrication Chart I_

0 Check Battery Level

cA Sharpen!Replace Mower Blades i4

R Clean Batlery and Terminals I_

Check Transaxle Cooling I_
Adjust Blade Bert(s] Tension I_s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level I_ Ii_
Change Engine Oil I_12,3 I_

E Clean Air Filter _1_=

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G Inspect Muffler/Spark Ar rester I_

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,
operator must maintain tractor as

instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your
tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter
assure proper air-fuel mixture and

help your engine run better and last
longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

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_SAE OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

_)REFER TO MAINTENANCE "ENGINE"

SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the
pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract
dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricatin_ bearings. If you feel
they must be lubricated, use 0nly a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

17 sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when
performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be
adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or
insect control chemicals which can

harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and
prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

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

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your
tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed
and attachement clutch control is in

the disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any
attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch is engaged, any
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never
operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with
trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem-
bly, center hole in blade must align with
star on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat
treated.

Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly

Blade Center

Hole

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

• _---Hex Bolt (Grade)

•A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified
by six lines on the bolthead.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-
ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will
cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a
file or on a grinding wheel. Do not

attempt to sharpen while on the

mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need
a 5/8' diameter steel bolt, pin, or a

cone balancer. (When using a cone
balancer, follow the instructions

supplied with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold
the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain
in a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen
the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8" _ade

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Center Hole _/

BATrERY

Your tractor has a battery charging
system which is sufficient for normal use.
However, periodic charging of the battery
with an automotive charger will extend

its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or
covers. Adding or checking level of
electrolyte is not necessary.

TO CLEAN BAI-FERY AND TERMINALS

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

power.

• Open battery box door.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.
Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable
ends with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petro-
leum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BA-I-FERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

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

ENGINE

LU BRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating
temperature.

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°E 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 least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check

the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful
not to allow dirt to enter the engine
when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

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

securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill
dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is
tightened securely for accurate

Keep oil at "FULL" line onreading.

dipstick.

Oil Fill Cap/

Dipstick

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CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from
overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

19 stubborn dried gum fibers,

Oil Drain Plug

ENGINE COOLING FINS

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

from overheating.

• Remove screws from blower housing
and lift housing and dipstick tube
assembly off engine.

• Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry
of dirt.

• Use compressed air or stiff bristle

brush to thoroughly clean engine
cooling fins.

• To reassemble, reverse above
procedure.

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on
flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

• Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,
cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-
tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or

dry cartridge.

Cover Knob

Screws Blower Housing Screws

Dipstick Tube

Assembly

Plug

Engine Cooling

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 25 hours of operation or

every season. Service paper cartridge
every 100 hours of operation or every

season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under
dusty conditions.

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

• Slide foam pre-cleaner 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 cartridge nut.

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent
debris from entering carburetor. Clean

base carefully to prevent debris from

entering carburetor.

_Cover

Foam _-_---_ Cartridge
Pre-Cleaner _ut

_ _-Paper

Cartridge

-- Base

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler

and spark arrester (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"

section of this manual.

IN-MNE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

• With engine cool, 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
gasoline.

Clamp_amp

Fuel Fliter_'"_.____

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CLEANING

of all foreign matter.

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

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-
tive type wax.

_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

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

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

Make sure the blades and aJimoving parts have completely stopped.

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

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in a short-

ened engine life.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the
right side of tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to
lower mower to its lowest position.

Roll belt off engine pulley.

Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever
by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis
bracket by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

Clutch

Suspension

• Disconnect front links from deck by
removing retainer springs.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension
arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other

than the mower deck is to be mounted

on the tractor, remove the front links.
TO INSTALL MOWER

• Raise attachment lift lever to its
highest position.

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

Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Lever

Front Link

Anti-Sway

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this
manual). If tires are over or
underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,
measure height from bottom edge of
mower to ground. Distance "A" on

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

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

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

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

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-
ing.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Measure distance "D" directly in front

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge
of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-
ments, check that boti_ front links are

equal in length. Both links should be
approximately 10-3/8".

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

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"
on both front links an equal number of

turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nuts "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.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of
mower to ground mower to ground

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FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to
side. If the following front-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to
adjust both front links equally so mower
will stay level side-to-side.
To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in
its highest position.

'D.... D"

Both Front Links Should be Equal inLength

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Front Unks

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE

DRIVE BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor

on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Remove mower from tractor (See "TO
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves
and inside all belt guides.

• Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.

Mandrel
Pulley Idler

dley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-
able brake system which is mounted on
the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in
highest gear, then brake must be

adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and
engage parking brake.

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

rod.

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

against nut "A".

• Road test tractor for proper stopping
distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still
greater than six (6) feet in highest
gear, further maintenance is neces-
sary. Contact your nearest authorized
service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

g

Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake. For assistance, there is a
belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

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

manual.)

• Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and
remove downwards from around

engine pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above
procedure.

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Pulley_

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL
AUGNMENT

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

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONTWH EELTOE-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 REMOVEWHEEL FOR REPAIRS

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal (rear
wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert

square key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and
prevent 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

Axle

Cover

TO START ENGINEWITH AWEAK
BA'n'ERY

_, CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries
generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BA'FIERY" in the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emer-
gency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped
with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use
your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO AI-I'ACH 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 NEGATIVE (-) 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.

PositiveTerminal Negative Terminal

Square Key --'-'''_
(Rear Wheel Only)

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Terminal

Battery

Terminal

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REPLACING BA'B'ERY

,_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.

• Lift seat pan to raised position and
open battery box door.

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

• Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery.

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

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely.

• Close battery box door.

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.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

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

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

Hood

Battery

Box

Positive Negative
(Red) Cable (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADUGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• 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.

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ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and

systems, which are being done at the
customers expense, may be performed

It

by any non-road engine repair establish-
ment or individual. Warranty repairs must
be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at
the factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as
described below before loosening cable.

If adjustment is necessary, proceed as
follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke
position. Slowly move lever from

choke to fast position.

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• Check that holes "A" in governor

control lever and hole in governor

plate line-up. If holes "A" are not
aligned, loosen clamp screw and

move throttle cable until holes are
aligned. Tighten clamp screw se-

curely.

Governor Control Lever Governor Control

Holes "A

Clamp Screw Throttle Cable

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is
low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,
which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt
to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the
adjusting needle.
The carburetor has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment
may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude
or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:
In general, turning idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel
to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air
mixture. Turning the idle mixture valve
out (counterclockwise) increases the
supply of fuel to the engine giving a

richer fuel/air mixture.
IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle
valve and the seat in carburetor may

result if screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

• Air cleaner assembly must be as-
sembled to the carburetor when

making carburetor adjustments.

• Be sure the throttle control cable is
adjusted properly (see above).

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.

• Move throttle control lever to slow
position. With finger, rotate and hold

throttle lever against idle speed

screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain
1750 RPM.

• While still holding throttle lever against
idle speed screw, turn idle mixture

valve full travel clockwise then
counterclockwise until engine runs
rough. Turn valve to a point midway

between those two positions. Release
throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture valve out
(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat

test and continue to adjust, if neces-

sary, until engine accelerates smooth-
ly.

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

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think

the engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest Autho-

rized service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed Screw

_'X_ _ Thro_,e

Idle Mixt!_

Valve with

IJmiter

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Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the
tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

w_hCAUTION: Never store the tractor

gasoline in the tank inside a

building where fumes may reach an
open flame or spark. Allow the engine to
cool before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage, When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BA'B'ERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

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

• To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage during long periods of
storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned

thoroughly (see 'q'O CLEAN BA-I-FERY

AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance
section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on
concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

puUmdeposits from forming in essential

el system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.
Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels 9called 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 m storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s),

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s),

• Turn ignition key to "START' position
for a few seconds to distribute oil,

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.

Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from
dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable
protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your
tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still

warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Will not start • Out of fuel.

• Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.

• Engine flooded.
before attempting to star

• Bad spark plug.

• Dirty air filter.

• Dirty fuel filter.

Water in fuel.

refill tank with fresh gas(

"eplace fuel filter.

• Loose or damaged
wiring.

• Carburetor out of

adjustment.

section.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

Hard to start

Englnewill not turn

over

Engine clicks but will
not start

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.
fresh gasoline.

• Loose or damaged

wiring.

• Carburetor out of

adjustment.

section.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

• Attachment clutch is
engaged.

Weak or dead battery,

• Blown fuse.

• Corroded battery

terminals.

• Loose or damaged
wiring.

• Faulty ignition switch.

• Faulty solenoid or

starter,

• Faulty operator

presence switch(es).

• Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery

terminals.

• Loose or damaged
wiring.

• Faulty solenoid or

starter.

CORRECTION

• Fill fuel tank,

• See "TO START ENGINE"
in Operation section.

• Wait several minutes

• Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and carbureto_

line and

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments

• Contact an authorized
service center/department.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace spark plug.

i" Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

• Check all wiring.

• See '3o Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

• Disengage attachment

clutch.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition switch.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring,

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power

uel filter.

Excessive vibration

• Cutting too much
grass/too fast.

• Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

• Build-up of grass,

leaves and trash

under mower.

• Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirty oil.

• Faulty spark plug.

spark plug.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

fresh gasoline.

• Water in fuel.

refill tank with fresh gaso

• Spark plug wire loose.

plug wire.

• Dirty engine air screen/

fins.

• Dirty/clogged muffler.

• Loose or damaged

wiring.

• Carburetor out of

adjustment.

section.

• Engine valves out of
adjustment.

• Worn, bent or loose
blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

Adjust throttle control.

• Clean underside of mower
housing.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Check oil level/change oil.

• Clean and regap or change

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

• Drain fuel tank and carburetor

me and replace

• Connect and tighten spark

• Clean engine air screen/fins.

• Clean/replace muffler.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

• Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Engine continues

to run when operator

leaves seat with

attachment clutch
engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not
rotate

• Faulty operator-safety
presence control

system.

service center/departmer

• Worn, bent or loose

blade.

• Mower deck not level.

• Buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash

under mower.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Clogged mower deck

vent holes from buildup

of grass, leaves, and

trash around mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

• Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

• Check wiring, switches and
connections. If not corrected,

contact an authorized

l.

• Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Mower blades will not • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley

rotate (Cont'n) • Frozen blade mandrel. • Replace blade mandrel

Poor grass discharge • Engine speed too slow, • Place throttle control in "FAST'

position.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

mowing.

• Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air
pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.
Tighten blade bolt.

• Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

Mower drive belt worn.

Blades improperly

installed.

• Improper blades used.

in this manual.

• Clogged mower deck

vent holes from buildup
of grass, leaves, and

trash around mandrels.

Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air

pressure.

• Replace/sharpen blade.

• Clean underside of mower
housing.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

• Replace with blades listed

• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not
working (If so

equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

• Switch is "OFF".

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged

wiring.

• Blown fuse.
Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections.
Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

• Faulty alternator,

• Engine throttle control

not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds
before stopping engine.

• Turn switch "ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check!replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connections

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

• Move throttle control to
"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270514

BATTERY

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION I CIRCUIT =MAKE"

RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE
OFF t M+G+A1 NONE

START I_ + S + A1 NONE

RE_ _ RED

FUSE

...... I

SOLENOID

W_IT E I ........ i

(CLUTCH OF_

(OPTIONAL) SPARK

I FUELI UNIT GAP
I (2 PLUGS ON

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPGT

3 AMp DC @ 3600 RPM

IGNITION PLUG

FUELSHUT-OFF rEo I"" *

SOLENOID

ORANGE 5AMPAG @ 3600 RPM I

-- - --_ L .........

YOUR TRACTOR IS /
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL /
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM, /

NOTE _ 14VOLTSACuIN@_eooRPM_TS oF_

!

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 CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST,

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

STARTER

SEAT SWITCH

NOT OCCUPIED)

TW1N CYL. ENGINES) •

28 VOLTS AC MIN @ 3600 RPM
(CHARGING _yb_rEM E_SCONNECT_D}

HEADLIGHTS

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270514

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144925

2 74760412
8 156417

16 153664
19 STD551125

20 73350400

21 166181

22 4152J

24 4799J
25 146147

26 166180
27 73510400

28 4207J
29 121305X

30 163968
33 140403
40 166151

41 71110408
42 131563
43 145673

44 7364O4OO

45 121433X.
52 141940

70 166659 Harness Engine, S&S

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U. S,

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

Battery 12 Volt 25 AMP
Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4

Case Battery
Switch InterlockPush-In

Washer Lock 1/4

NutJam Hex 1/4-20 Uric
Harness Socket LightW/4152J

BulbUght #1156
Cable Battery 6ga 11" red
Cable Battery 6 Ga W/16 wir red
Fuse 15AMP

Nut KepsHex 1/4-20 Unc
Cable Ground6ga 12" black
Switch PlungerNc Gray
Switch Ign Delta Push-In

Key IgnMolded Craftsman, Delta

Harness Ign Mech CIAm NHM 99

BoltBIk Hex 1/4-20unc x 1/2

CoverTerminalRed

Solenoid
Nut KepsBIk Hex 1/4-20 Unc

AmmeterRectangular6AMP
ProtectionWire Loop

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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26 31 '_

26 5 T J

17

21

5

18

161

14

19

26

33

10

26

29

28

14

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165480
2 140356
3 17490612
4 STD55107.5

5 155272

6 155924X015

7 126842X

8 155138

9 166322X015

10 STD533710

11 155927
13 155934X010

14 17490608
15 74180512
16 STD541431
17 154989X558
19 126_138X
19 17411310

21 122933X
22 124479X

24 STD5'23710
25 19131312
26 STD541437
28 140135X428
29 124029X599
30 166884X558

31 136619
33 145244X558

34 145243X558

35 STD533707
37 17490508

38 139886
39 139887
54 161464.

140 158418

145 156524

161 161547

- - 5479J

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U, S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

Chassis
DrawbarStretch

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty-tt
Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 16 Ga

Bumper DashHood
Saddle Slkscr

Shield Ht. Hood Kohl/Dia Engine
Clip Retainer Slide On
Dash Slkscr 1-pc

DoltRdhd Sqnk3/8-16unc X 1
Panel Dash LH

Panel Slkscr Dash RH

ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Ty-tt
Screw Mach TRHD 5/16-18 unc x 3/4

Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc
Hood Asm Pnt SlopeWeld Ms-558
DumperHood

Screw Hex Wsh #13-16
Rivet Ratchet Nylon

Washer Nylon BIk 28 x 75 x 19

BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 uncx 1 Gr. 5
Washer 13/32 X 13/16 x 12 Ga
Nut Hex Lock W/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc
Grille Black

Lens Headlight Bar C_ear

Fender Pnt LT W/o Shift
Bracket Fender Repl 109873x

Footrest Pnt Lh
Footrest Pnt Rh

Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4
ScrewThdrol. 5/16-18x 1/2

Bracket Asm Pvt LH MWR Rear
Bracket Asm Pvt RH MWR Rear
Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Bracket Suspension Front
Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Extrusion Bumper

Plug ButtonBIk 359 Dia Choke

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270514

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GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2 146682
3 123666X
4 12000028

5 121520X

6 17490512
7 162240

8 131679
10 STD561210
11 105701X

12 19151216

13 74550412
14 STD551125

15 74490544
18 $TD523710
19 STD541437

21 106933X

22 130804
24 STD541237
25 106888X

26 STD551037
27 BTD56121g
28 145204
29 124236X

30 130807
31 127275X

32 STD523107
34 155071

35 120183X
36 STD551062
37 STD571810
38 131494
39 STD523727
4O 4470J

Transaxle (See Breakdown) 41 165838

[3anaModelO4360-126 42 19131312
Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 47 127783

Pulley Transaxle 18/20" tires 48 154407
Ring Retainer #5100-62 49 123205X

Strap Torque 30 Degrees 50 STD523715
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 TYT 51 STD541437

Bracket Saddle Shift T/a 52 STD5414.31

Rod S_ Sdl LY/'f-fStr BIk Zinc 53 105710)(.

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 Cad 55 105709X

Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole 56 STD52"3712
Washer 15/32 × 3/4 x 16ga 57 160855

Bolt 1/4-28unf Gr8W/Patch 58 127274X
Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 59 140312
Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18Gr,5 61 17490612

BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 62 8883R
Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 63 140186
Knob Rd 1/2-13 PlstcThds BIk 64 71170764
Rod Brake B_kZinc 26 640 65 STD551143
Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 66 154778

Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 70 134683
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga 72 19132012
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad 74 109502X

Rod Brake Parking Lt/Yt 75 121749X
Cap Brake Parking Red 76 STD581075
Bracket Mtg Transaxle 77 123583X

Keeper Belt LH LT t4 Ga 78 121748X
Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18unc x 3/4 112 19091210

Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 113 127285X
Bearing Nylon BIk629 Id 116 721t 0610

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga 150 165850

Pin Roll 3/16 x 1" 151 19133210

PulleyIdler Flat
BoltFin Hex 3/8-16unc x 2-3/4

Spacer Split 395 x 59 Bzp

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

Keeper Belt Idler

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga

Pulley IdlerV Groove Plastic

Bellcrank Clutch Grn Drv Stl
Retainer Belt Style Spring

BoltHex Hd 3/8-16unc x 1-1/2
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

LinkClutch 7 66
Spring Return Clutch 6 75

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1-1/4
V-Belt Gd Drive

Keeper Belt RH LT Pnt/zinc 16g
Keeper Belt Centerspan
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty-tt

Cover Pedal BIk Round
Pulley Brig CI Mech 38deg LT/YT

BoltHex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5
Washer LockHW H_cLSpr 7/16

Keeper Belt Engine

Guide Belt Mower DriveRH
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x t2 Ga

Spacer Axle

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

E-ring#5133-75

Key Square 2 0 x t845] 1865
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16ga

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga

StrapTorque

Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1.25

Bushing Bellcrank Grd. Drive

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,270514

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 10040600

13 154779

15 73901000
17 156545
18 57079
19 160395

22 165857

23 165851
25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874
28 19131416
29 17490612

30 STD561210
32 130465

36 155099
37 152927
38 139769

39 19133808
40 7810H
41 104820X
42 124417X
43 121749X
46 121232X

47 6855M
62 167903
65 154780
66 154404

67 74781044

68 154429
79 19132012
80 74950612

Wheel Steering Opp Sears BIk
Axle Asm Front Lt

SpindleAsm Lh
SpindleAsmRh

Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

RingK]ip#3"5304-75
BearingCol Strg BIk

Draglink Extended Stamped

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Bearing Axle
Locknut Flange 5/8-11 UNC
Shaft Asm Strg 5/8 x 15.19 Lt

Washer Th, _st .515 x .750 x .033

Support Sh_ ft
Screw Hex Wsh Hd Torx
Shaft Asm Pitman

Bracket Steering
Bushing Unk Drag BIk LR

Gear Sector 22 Teeth

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 TY-'FI"
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad
Rod Tie Wire Form 19.75 Mech

Bushing Strg. 5/8 ID Dash
Screw

Cap Wheel Steer Opp Sears USA
Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Ga.

Nut Lock Center 3/8-24
Adaptor Wheel Strg, ,640/.635 Id

BootShaftSteering Craftsman

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

Cap Spindle FrTop BIk
Fitting Grease
Steering Assembly
Spacer Axle
BearingArm Pittman

Bolt Fin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4
Brace Axle

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga
Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917,270514

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270514

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 162144

2 17720410
3

4 137352

13 165291
14 13280324
15 13200300
16 STD551237

23 159880
29 137180
31 109202X
32 158990
33 123487X
35 17490512
37 137040

38
40 124028X

44 17490412
46 19091416
62 STD551131
72 71070512
78 17490620

81 128861

Control Th/ch RH BIk Pdt 15 10
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T
Engine (See Breakdown)

Briggs, Model No 287707-1255-E1
Muffler Exh LT B&S 14HP IC OHV

Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated
Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt x 3"
Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
Shield Browning/Debris Guard

Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn)
Tank Fuel Front 1 25

Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented
Clamp Hose BIk

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 TYT
Line Fuel 20"

Plug Oil Drain
(See Engine Breakdown)
Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line
Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 ga
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16
Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 X 3/4

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl -1/4TY3-I"
Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140122

2 140551

3 STD523710
4 19131610
5 145OO6
6 STD541437

7 124181X
6 17490616
9 19131614

10 155925
11 166369
12 121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pvt St
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer Flat 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga
Clip Push-In Hinged

Locknut Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty-tt

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga

Pan Seat
Knob Seat Adj. Wingnut

Bracket Mounting Switch

5

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X
14 72050412

15 134300
16 121250X
17 123976X
21 153236

22 STD541431
24 19171912
25 127018X

Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2
Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shld 5/16-18 Unc
Nut Lock Hex"W/Ins 5/16-18

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

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DECALS

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 156867

2 165393
3 163990
4 163991

5 133179
6 133644

7 169008

9 163204

10 149516

16

15

12

DESCRIPTION

Decal Dash Inst Oper English
Decal HP Engine

Decal Hood RH
Decal Hood LH

Decal Mower QC System
Decal Maint Cust Sears Domesti

Decal Replcmnt Sears
Decal Fender CraftsmanWhite

Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Aome

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

11 156439

12 4900J

13 146046
14 163249
15 160396
16 163209

- - 157199

- - 138311

- - 169002

- - 169003

DESCRIPTION

Decal Danger Fender E'ng/span
Decal Clutch/brake English

Decal V-Belt Dr Sch Tractor
Decal Panel Dash 6sp 42"

Decal V-Belt Sch
Decal Fender Sd 6/42
Pad Footrest

Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust
Manual Owners English

Manual Owners Spanish

WHEELS ANDTIRES

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 59192
2 65139
3 106222)<

4 599o4

5 106732X427
6 278H

7 9040H
B 106108X427

11

9 106268X
10 7152J
It 104757X

- - 144334

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U, S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

DESCRIPTION

CapValue_re

SternValue

Tire F Ts 15 X 6 O- 6 Service

Tube Inner Front#35060
Rim Asm 6"frontWhite Service

FittingGTease
BearingFlange

Rim Asm 8"rear White Service
Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service
Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

Cap AxLeB_k t 56 X 1 60

Sealant, Tire (10 oz, tube)

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT
2 159474 Shaft Asm Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc
4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer Pltd 21/32 X 1X 21ga
6 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id
7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted BIk
8 122365X Button Plunger Red

11 139865 Link Lift LH
12 139866 Link Lift RH

13 STD624008 Retainer Spdng
15 127218 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric
17 130171 Trunnion BIk Zinc

18 73680800 Nut Crownlock 1/2-13unc
19 139868 ArmSuspensionRear
20 163552 Retainer SpringZinc

31 140302 Bearing Pvt Uft Spherical
32 73540600 Nut Crownlook 3/8-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S,

inches1 inch = 25/4 mm

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MOWER DECK

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MOWER DECK

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

1 164961 MowerHousing 48 133944

2 STD533107 Bolt 49 155066
3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 50 131340

4 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 52 139888
5 STD624008 RetainerSpring 53 131845

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 54 133943

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 55 155046

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 56 122052X

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 58 140086

11 134149 Blade, Mulching 59 141043
12 129895 Bearing, Ball 67 162113

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 68 144200
14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 72 131870

15 110485X Bearing, Bali, Mandrel 73 127847
16 140329 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 74 121748X

17 72110610 Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 75 12000029
18 72140505 Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 76 128903

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder
20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 77 127845
21 STD541431 NutCrownlock5/16-18UNC 78 160571
22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 79 127498

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 80 153791
24 105394X Cap, Sleeve 81 73350600
25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 82 142028
26 110452X Nut, Push 83 120958X

27 130968 Shield, Deflector 84 156084

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/6x16Ga. 85 72140620

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 92 STD541437
30 157722 ScrewThdrctWasherHead 128 153390

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 132 19132203

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel

33 137266 Nut,Toplock, Flanged 141 6266H

34 STD533717 Bolt -- 130794

35 133835 Fastner, ChristmasTree

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat - - 164963

37 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ca.

40 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
41 133551 Rod, Pivot, with Nibs

43 140083 Rod, Crutch,Secondary, w/Nibs

44 140088 Guard, MandreI, L.H.

45 STD624003 Retainer

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/6

Front 51 STD541410

(Includes Key No. 6) 7! 142427

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

DESCRIFIION

Washer, Hardened

RollerAssembly,Cam Follower
Bolt,Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut
Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake
Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Spring, Torsion Brakes
Guard, TUV Idler

KnobCustom Oval
V-Belt

Rod,Clutch, Primary, withNibs

Spring, Return
Arm, Clutch, Secondary

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

Ring,Klip
Bolt,Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x

1.44
Keeper, Spring

Lever Asm. Clutch Pri PIm STLT
Bushing, Large, Brass

Spring,Mower Crutch
Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Uee

Trunnion,Adj.
WasherSintered

Keeper Belt Idler
BoltCarriage 3]8-16 x 2-1/2

Nut
WasherFelt

Spacer, Washer 13/32 I.D. x 1-
3/80.D. x 1/4
Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230

Mandrel Assembly(Includes Key
Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)
Mower Deck, Complete (Standard
Deck; Order Separately Muleher
Plate and Gauge Wheel
Components, Key Nos. 101-106
and111-121)

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DANATRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER D4360-128

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DANATRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBERD4360-128

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

DESCRIPTION

1 160955 Housing, Upper 38 160944
2 2274J Screw, Tapping,

3 134400 Ball, Detent 40 120472X
4 105904X Spring, Detent 41 105928X

5 160940 Screw, Tapping, 42 161565
6 138235 Assy, Kit, Shifter 44 120473X

7 108727X V-Ring 45 142676
8 148266 Bearing, Flange 46 143697

9 148269 Seal, Oil 47 124641X

10 2225J Ring, Retaining 48 106589X
11 134793 Assy, Kit, Shim, .625 Shaft 49 120408X
12 148268 Bearing, Flange 50 105937X
13 120415X Washer, Plain, 51 2226J

14 142674 Key, Woodruff, No. 9 52 134401
15 161563 Assy, Kit, Input Shaft 53 2264J
16 161564 Pinion, Bevel, 12T

17 105909X Ring, Retaining 54 160946
18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 55 160947

19 160942 Cover, Detent 56 160948
20 160943 Gear, Spur, 12T 57 110071X
21 148267 Collar, Clutch 58 120952X

22 138236 Assy, Kit, Clutch Keys " 59 160949
23 73810500 Nut, Lock, 5/16-24 60 160950
24 142676 Shaft, Intermediate 61 160951

25 2244J Key, Woodruff, No. 61 62 120961X
26 105916X Ring, Retaining 63 7294J

27 120470X Sprocket, 18T 64 108989X

28 110070X Spacer, 1.131 X 1.45 X .494 65 160952

29 142677 Gear, Spur, 371" 66 120954X

30 142681 Gear, Spur, 35T 67 160953
31 124644X Gear, Spur, 30T

32 108980X Gear, Spur, 25T 68 138244

33 120406X Gear, Spur, 22T 69 108996X

34 134796 Gear, Spur, 19T

35 105925X Washer, Plain, 70 160954

36 2226J Washer, Plain, 72 120416X

37 2231J Washer, Plain,

1/4-20 X .734 39 124639X

No. 10-24 X .482 43 134394

.632 X 1.38 X .046

.640 X 1.37 X .061 71 120951X
.632 X 1.00 X .046
.632 X 1.00 X .031

NOTE: All component dimensions given in

U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Assy, Gear, Comb.,

12T & 30T

Shaft, Idler
Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755

Sprocket, 9T
Gear, Bevel, 36"I"

Assy, Kit, Shim, .750 Shall

Shaft, Drive

Gear, Spur, 12T

Gear, Spur, 15T
Gear, Spur, 20T
Gear, Spur, 25T

Gear, Spur, 28"I"
Gear, Spur, 31T
Washer, Plain,

.632 X 1.00 X ,060

Washer, Neoprene
Washer, Plain,

.758 X 1.25 X .031
Axle, LH
Gear, Miter, 12T, Splined

Ring, Retaining
Gear, Spur, 32T

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 12T, Idler
Axle, RH

Housing, Lower

Puck, Friction
Disc, Brake

Spacer, Brake Puck
Jaw, Brake
Pin, Dowel

Screw, Tapping,
5/16-18 X 2.35

Lever, Actuating
Washer, Plain,

.321 X 1.00 X .055
Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Puck, Friction

Grease

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BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1

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

1 496412 Cylinder Assembly 53 94637 Stud, Carburetor Mountin(.

2 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 73 224948 Screen, Flush Rotating
3 391086 * Seal, Oil 75 225136 Washer, Spring

4 494238 Base, Engine 78 94626 Screw, Sems
5 495858 Head, Cylinder 93 281346 Bushing, Throttle Shaft

7 272614 *** Gasket, Cylinder Head 94 498030 Valve, Needle
8 495735 Breather Assembly 95 94098 ** Screw, Throttle

9 27803 * Gasket, Valve Cover 98 495800 Screw, Idle Speed

10 94621 Screw, Sems 104 231789 ** Pin, Float Hinge
11 281246 Tube, Breather 105 231855 ** Valve Float

12 271916 * Gasket, Crankcase Cover, 106 231854 ** Seat, tn_etValve

271997 * Gasket, Crankcase Cover, 111 262719 Spring, Choke
271996 * Gasket, Crankcase Cover, 232119 Jet, Main (Hi-AIt.)

13 94728 Screw, Cylinder Head 123 94913 Screw, Elbow Mounting
15 94239 Plug, OII Drain 125 499153 Carburetor Assembly
16 495162 Crankshaft 127 --- ** Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit

94196 Timing Gear Key Only)
20 291675 * Seal, Oil 130 224539 Valve, Throttle
22 94624 Screw, Seres, Base 131 494379 Shaft and Lever, Throttle

23 492326 Flywheel and Ring Gear 137 281165"*** Gasket, Float Bowl
24 222698 Key, Flywheel 141 495931 Shaft and Lever, Choke

25 495860 Piston Assembly, Standard 142 232117 Nozzle, Carburetor

495977 Piston Assembly, .010" t 66 94555 Stud, Rocker Arm
495978 Piston Assembly, .020" 186A 493496 Elbow, Fuel Pipe

495979 Piston Assembly, .030" to Suit)

26 495854 Ring Set, Piston, Standard 192 492160 Screw Assembly, Rocker

495852 Ring Set, Piston, .0t0" 201 262767 Link, Governor
495851 Ring Set, Piston, .020" 216 262766 Link, Choke
495855 Ring Set, Piston, .030" 222 495611 Plate, Governor Control

27 263129 Lock, Piston Pin 225 495157 Crank, Governor

28 498319 Pin Assy., Piston, Standard 227 493935 Lever Assembly, Governo,

29 494504 Rod Assembly, Connecting 232 262785 Spring, Governor Link

495490 Rod Assembly, Connect- 238 262836 Cap, Valve

32 94695 Screw, Hex Washer Head, NOTE: All component dimensions given in U._

32A 94648 Screw, Hex Washer Head, 1 inch = 25.4 mm

33 495856 Valve, Exhaust * |nc_uded In Gasket Set (495993)
34 495857 Valve, Intake ** Included in Carburetor Kit (499233)

35 262811 Spring, Valve *'* Included In Both Gasket Set (495993)
37 224502 Guard, Flywheel and
40 224641 Retainer, Valve Spring Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)

45 262411 Tappet, Valve **** Included In Gasket Set (495993),
46 496884 Gear, Cam Carburetor Kit

51 272465 **** Gasket, Carburetor (499233) and Carburetor Gasket Set
52 272569 *** Gasket, Carburetor

1/64" 108 224540 Valve, Choke
.005" 117 232118 Jet, Main (Std.)

.009" 121 499233 Carburetor Overhaul Kit

Mounting 133 494381 Float, Carburetor

Assembly, Magneto 138 281164"*** Washer, Bowl

Size 164 214047 Elbow, Carburetor

Oversize 171 281051 Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting
Oversize t 87 492790 Line, Fuel (11" Long, Cut

Oversize 188 94627 Screw, Hex Head, 3/4
Size Arm

Oversize 209 260695 Spring, Governor
Oversize 219 490815 Gear, Governor
Oversize 224 94729 Screw, Sems, Air Cleaner

Size 230 94927 Washer, Governor Crank

ing, 240 394358 Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Line)

.020" Undersize Crankpin 265 221535 Clamp, Casing
Bore

1-57/84 inches

1-5/8

(Carburetor to Elbow) (494385)
(Elbow to Cylinder)

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

284 94704 Screw, Hex Head 757 213998

294 810068 Screw, Set 758 399891
304 496318 Housing, Blower 759 298909

305 94786 Screw, Hex, Head, 761 94593
306 225020 Shield, Cylinder 801 394856

307 94930 Screw, Cylinder Shield 802 497605
309 497595 Motor, Starter 803 497604
310 497602 Bolt, Thru 842 270920
311 497608 Brush Set 847 496415

333 495859 Armature, Magneto 851 493880

334 94731 Screw, Sems, Armature 868 494435
337 491055 Plug, Spark 871 262835

346 93705 Screw, Hex Head

356 497708 Wire Assembly 872 261104
356A 497671 Wire, Stop 875 495862
356B 494705 Wire Stop 877 393456

358 495993 Gasket Set

363 19203 Puller, Flywheel 947 497672

383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug 965 94108

423 94903 Screw, Sems 975 495933

445 496894 Cartridge, Air Cleaner 977 494385

455 222561 Cup, Screen Mounting 987 281166
467 493903 Knob, Air Cleaner 1005 280687

474 393474 Stator, Alternator 1006 224413

462 93621 Screw, Sems 1019 496768
503 806000 Grounding Strap 1022 272475

510 497606 Drive, Starter 1023 224552

523 495230 Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler 1026 494432
524 281370 * Seal, Filler Tube 495136

525 496113 Tube, Oil Filler 1029 224554

535 272403 Element, Filter 1033 495992
537 281106 * O-Ring, Air Cleaner 1034 495248
544 497603 Armature, Starter 1036 499364

552 231597 Bushing, Governor Crank 1044 94673

562 94907 Bolt, Governor Lever 1045 231826

592 231978 Nut, Hex 1058 272623

601 93053 Clamp, Fuel Pipe 1090 497607
614 93306 Pin, Cotter 1091

615 263080 Retainer 2500

634 494455 ** Seal, Choke Shaft
634A 491323 * Seal, Governor

635 280872 Elbow, Spark Plug

846 224546 Brace, Air Cleaner

657 94906 Screw, Sems

663 94929 Screw, Self-Tapping

668 280848 Spacer

718 230192 Pin, Dowel

726 392134 Gear, Ring

727 490324 Cover, Starter

728 94951 Screw, Hex Head

729 225170 Retainer, Wire

729A 281390 Clip, Wire

741 262932 Gear, Timing

Blower Housing Mounting 783 280104

Mounting 868A 272610

281364 Cap, Limiter
28N707-1026 Replacement Engine

496050 Replacement Shortblock

RPM Settings: Low: 1650-1850, High:

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

(Includes Mounting

Hardware)

**** Included In Gasket Set (495993),

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

* Included In Gasket Set_495993)

** Itlcluded In Carburetor Kit (499233)

*** Included In Both Gasket Set (495993)

and Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)
Carburetor Kit (499233) and Carburetor

Gasket Set (494385)

Link, Counterweight
Counterweight Assembly

Pin, Counterweight

Screw, Counterweight
Gear, Starter

Cap, Drive
Cap, End

Housing, Starter

* Seal, Oil Filler Cap

Fill Group, Oil

Terminal, Ignition Cable

*'*'* Seal Assembly, Valve
*** Gasket, Valve

Bushing, Guide (Intake &
Exhaust)
Cover, Air Cleaner
Body, Air Cleaner
Diode and Connector

Assembly
Solenoid

Nut, Hex
Bowl Assembly, Carburetor

Carburetor Gasket Set

** Seal, Throttle Shaft

Fan, Flywheel
Retainer, Fan

Label Kit

*** Gasket, Cover

Cover, Rocker Arm

Rod, Push, Intake
Rod, Push, Exhaust

Arm, Rocker
Valve Overhaul Kit

Guide Assembly, Push Rod

Label Kit, Emissions

Screw, Hex Head

Extension, Crankshaft
Manual, OwnerOs

Retainer, Brush

3290-3400

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHTING "..._CUT
GUIDE TH_s

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

iN A,A greater than 15°), never across.the face. Make turns gradu-
ill _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

:ill caution when changing direction on slopes.

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME sM (1-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a domicilio

1-800-676-5811

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week

PartsDirect sM

1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio

1-800-659-7084

For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center

in your area:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance

Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am - 5 pro, Monday - Saturday

1-800-827-6655

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169002 Rev. 7 9.21.99 TR/RD/TR/RH/TR/RH/MH

Printed in U.S.A.