Craftsman 917.270711 User Manual

Owner^s Manual

CRAFTSMIOi'

17.0 HP
ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSHi3CL&

LAWN TRACaTOR

ModefNa-

917.270711

• Safety

•Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

• Repair Parts

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CAUTION:

Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip
ment,

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For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am • 5 pm. Mon - Sat

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Varranfy
'afety Rules

YoducT Specifications

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)peration

Maintenance Schedule....’!.......,

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Maintenance

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Service and Adjustments....

Storage

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Troubleshooting.........................

Repair Parts................................

Parts Ordering

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WARRANTY

.IMITED TVyO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

■or two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main­ained, lubricated and tuned.up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,

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

orkmanship.

his Warraniyjdpes not coven

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^quipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

.IMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

-or ninety (90) days from date of purchase. If any battery included with this riding equlp­ient proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat­sry will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty
ervice on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from
ie date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the

ate of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip

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

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

warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you
ipecific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to

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

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SAFETY RULES

]£NERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all instruc

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.
Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate
the machine.

' Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown bv the blade.
Be Suremne ar^ is clear of other people
beforemiowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

Never, carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolute
ly necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
Be aware of the mower discharge direc
tion and do not point it at anyone. Do
not operate the mower without either
the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place.
Slow down before turning.
Never leave a running machine unat

tended. Always turn off blades, set park
ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

SAFETY RULES

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop^ngine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload
ing the machine into a traile^or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss­of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot
back up the^slop^ or Tyou feel uneasy on
it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for hoies, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terraiojcoutd overturn the machine. 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.

• FoHow the manufacturer’s recommerv

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 nof turn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
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

tractidrnfoulcfeause sliding.

• Do noftry to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do nof 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
machine and the mowina acth^. Never
assume that children wiiT remain where
you last saw them.

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

resporrs9t>ie adult

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

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

SERVICE

• Use extra carq in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are ftammabie 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 heater.

• 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.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oH or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storirtg. '■

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

SAFETY RULES

Never make adjustments or repairs with

-Ihe 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

• Be sure the area is clear of other people
befqrejngvyrjng. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute
ly 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 children
enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

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.

• Mow up and down slopes (15“ Max), not
across. ’

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. 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 necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.

i^Look for this symbol to point out impor

tant safety precautions. It means CAU­TIONIII BECOME AWAREIH YOUR SAFE
TY IS INVOLVED.

A.CAUT1PN: in order to prevent acciden

tal Starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always discon

nect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug.

AwarNING: The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIRCATIONS

GASOLINE
CAPACITY
AND TYPE: ~

OIL TYPE

(API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS
SPARKPLUG:

(GAP: .030")
VALVE

CLEARANCE:

T.2SGALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

SAE 30 (above 32“F)
SAE5W-30
(below 32“F)

Champion RC12YC

INTAKE: .003”-.005r
EXHAUST: .005r-.007”

Should you experience any problem you
cannot ea£% remedy, please contact your
nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.
We have competent, well-trained techni
cians and the proper tools to senrice or
repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions wiH enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the “SAFETY RULES“.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail
able on this product Contact your nearest
Sears store for details.

GROUND SPEED
(MPH);

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14PSI

CHARGING­SYSTEM:

BATTERY:

BLADE BOLT

TORQUE:

CONGRATULAnONS on your purchase
of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been
designed, engine^ed and manufactured

to give you the best possibie dependability

and performance.

FORWARD:

1ST 1.2

2NO 1.5

3RD 2.4

"■4TH 3.5

5TH 4.8
6TH 5.4

REVERSE 1.5

REAR; 10 PSI

3 AMPS BATTERY
5AMPSHEADUGHTS

AMPyHR: 25
MIN. CCA: 190
CASE SIZE: U1R

27-35 FT. LBS.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

irrg, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under “Mainte

nance” and “Storage” sections of this
owner’s r'->nual.

AwaRNIKvJ: This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unim
proved 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 curator,
in tile 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 £^ly on federal lands. A spark
arrester for the muffler is avaiiable through
your nearest Sears Authorized Service
Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of
this manual).

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16x1

(1) Lockwasher

3/8

(1) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

(l)W^her

-17/32 X1-3/16 X12 Gauga

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

(1)Knob

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(2) Screws

#10x5/8

(2) Weld Nuts

. #10

Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(2) Washers

3/16x3/4x16 Gauge

Bolts

Steering Wheel ^

Adapter ‘ -

(2) Lock

Washers #10

(2) Washers

®

(2) Centertock Nuts

(2) Gauge Wheels

3/8x7/8x14

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O (2) Latch Hook

AsSetriblies

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Manual

Steering

Wheel Irrsert

151

Sjope Sheet

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(2) Ke^re

ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor
all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools
as necessary to insure proper tightness. 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) Phillips Screw
(2) 1/2" wrench driver
(1) Pliers (1) Tire pressure
(1) Utility knife gauge
(1)3/4" wrench socket

drive rächet -

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating posi
tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

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TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

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

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from trac

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roil off skid.

Insert

3/8 Hex Bolt

3/8 Lockwasher

CARTON

UNPACK-CARTON

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

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

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

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

Steering
Wheel

Extension
Shaft

5/16 Locknut

Steering

Adapter

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOQT- -

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steer

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten

sion and lower shafts and install 5/16

hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely.
IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure
ly to 18-22 ft. lbs. torque.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

• Slide steering* wheel adapter onto steer-

-ing^8haft extension.

Lower Steering
Shaft

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attach
ment lift lever to its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) posi

tion.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor. '

Large Rat
Washer

Boot

5/16 Hex

Bolt

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■low TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

Lift seat pan to raised position and open
batte^-boxjkx>r.

> If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label
located between terminals) charge bat
tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps. (See "BATTERY* in MAINTE
NANCE section of this manual for charg
ing instructions).

Seat Pan

Battery Box
Door

-Terminal

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 aifows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Cet off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise" seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

Label

Terminal

Seat Pan

Shoulder
Bolt

Adjustment Knob

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

• Install two latch hc№ks to ittulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown. ^

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

• Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in up
right position.

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

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

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

/^CAUTION: Do not remove discharge
guard frorn rnower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it
to rest on plate while in operation.

Rat Washer

Seat

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING .
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in
a safffplace. Your mower is now ready for
discharging or instaiiation of optionai
grass catcher accessory.
NOTE: It is not necessary to change
biades. The mulcher biades are designed
for discharging and bagging also.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO
MOWER DECK
The gauge wheels are designed to keep
the mower deck in proper position when
operating^ mower. Be sure they are prop
erly adjusted to ensure optimum mower
performance.

• Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on

a flat level surface.

• Adjust mewep to desired cutting height
(See TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT” in the Operation section of
this manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut
position, gauge wheels should be
assembled so they are slightly off the
ground. Install gauge wheel in appropri
ate hole^ with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer,
and 3/8-16 locknut and tighten securely.

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

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

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

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on
page 5 of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower housing
should be properly leveled. See TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the
Sen/ice and Acljustments section of this
manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replac
ing motion and mower blade drive belts in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual. Verify that the belts are rout
ed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your trac
tor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See TO ADJUST BRAKE” in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual.

Gauge Wheel Mounting

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yctmcKUST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
CHECKUS1:

/ All assembly instructions have been

completecl. / .

No remaining loose parts in carton.

/ Battery is property prepared and

- charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

/ All tires are property inflated. (For

shaping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).

/ Be sure mower deck is property leveled

side-to-side/front-to*rearfor best
cutting results. (Rres must be properly

. infiat^for l^eUng).

/ 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 HOWTO USE YOUR
TRACTOR, PAT EXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:
✓ Engine oil is at proper level.

✓ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

✓ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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OPERATION

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

a;

O A

in

BATTERY

WARNING

REVERSE

©

ENGINE ON

OIL PRESSURE

a

FUEL

S* R N H L ®)|I

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

CLUTCH ENGAGED

MOWER HEIGHT

FORWARD FAST

01

UGHTSON

SI

OVERTEMP

UGHT

©

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

UNLOCKED

LOW

SLOW

IL

I

li

MOWER UFT

PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT

IGNmON

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

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SLOPE HAZARDS

4

. I.

i—^

FREEWHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

CNOW YOUR TRACTOR

tEAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

RACTQR

)ompafe the iflustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of
arious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment

Naticmal Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used
to engage the mower blades, or other
attachments mounted to your tractor.

UGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on
and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used
for starting and controlling engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braidng the tractor and
starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake
pedal into the brake position.

HEIGHTTtbJUSTMENr KNOB: Used to

adjusHta» mower cutting height.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed

and cBrection of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to
raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or
other attachments mounted to your trac

tor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its
position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.
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 glass
es or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjust

ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over specta

cles, or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Your tractor Is quipped 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.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

• Ogress clutch/brake pedal into full

'BRAKE” position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in -

“ENGAGED” position and release pres
sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal
should remain in “BRAKE” position.
Make-sure-parking brake will hold trac
tor secure.

Throttle/Choke
Control lever

Clutch/Brake
Ped^J|Dnye" ^
Position \

. - ."Brake" Gearshift

■Disengaged* Adjustment position Lever

- Position Knob

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach
ment clutch lever to “DISENGAGED”

^ position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• Ta stop ground drive, depress

clutchAsrake pedal into full “BRAKE”
position. ■-

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) posi

tion.

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”. '

• Turn ignition key to “OFP position and

remove key. Always remove key when

-leSOffig tractor to prevent unauthorized

Attachment Clutch Lever
"Engaged" Position

■Disengaged"
Position

Parking Brake
"Engaged"
Position

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 run

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

AcAUTION: Always stop tractor com
pletely, as described above, before leaving

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

THROTTLE CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throt
tle reduces the battery charging rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging 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 iever to desired posi

tion.

• 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.
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

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

• Turn knob ciockwise (C) to raise cutting
height. '

• Turn knob counterclockwise (O) to

lower cutting height

The cutting height range is approximately

1-1/2" to 4”. The heights are measured

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running. These heights are ap
proximate and may vary depending upon
soil conditions, height of grass and types
of grass being mowed.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

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

tively high; the second to desired

height.

TO OPERATE MOWER
Your ftractor is equipped with an operator

presOhce'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.

• LowermiawerwifR attachment lift con
trol.

• Start mower blades by engaging attach

ment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen

gage attachment clutch control.

Attachment Clutch

Attachment Lift Lever

AcAUnON: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

’^mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

AcAUTION: Do not drive up or down

"Tillls with slopes greater than 15“ and do

not drive across any slope. Aslope guide
at the back of your manual is provided for

your use.

• Choose the slowest spe^ before start
ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

* If sloyriiig is hece^rymove throttle

rxHitroHeveptoelower position.

* if qb)(iping.is absolutely necessary,

push diitch/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.).

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been
shipped, from the factory, already filled
with summer weight oil.

• Check engine 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 arxi read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULL” mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting (See ‘OIL
VISCOSITY CHART* in the Mainten

ance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainten

ance section in this manuai.

ADD GASOLINE

• Rli fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

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

IMPORTANT: When operatmg in tempera

tures below 32“F(0“C), use fresh, dean
winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

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AwARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
usings 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 whiie in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emp
tied before storage of 30 days or longer.

Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let

it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage Instructions for additional informa

tion. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuei tank or perma

nent damage may occur.
AcAUTION: Fiil to bottom of gas tank
fiiler neckrDo notoverfiil. 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
thejank to Wie engine.

• Sit on seat In operating position,
depress clutchA>rake pedal and set
parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) posi
tion.

• 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 attachmpnts and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not
al6№pt th^Ioad, restart the engine and

__ .4ilk>w itto warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50" F AND

BELOW)

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

position until the engine runs roughly,

then move throttle control to fast posi
tion. This may require an engine warm

up period from several seconds to sev
eral minutes, depending on the temper
ature.

• The attachments can also be used dur
ing 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 performance.

See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

• Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance. See “TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged
onto the area that has been cut. Have
the cut area to the right of the machine.
This will result in a more even distribu
tion of clippings and more uniform cut
ting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turn

ing to the right so that clippings will dis

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive
ways^ etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making
left hand turns until finished

• if grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and possi
ble fire hazard from dried clippings.
Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height

• Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet
grass will plug mower and leave unde

sirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when ipowing to assure better mowing
performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by se
lecting a low enough gear^ogive the
mower the best cutting performance as

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Vtfh^ operating attachments, select a

: thiett wffl suit ttte tenafai

aurtd give best performance of the at­tactoaent being used.

MULCHING MOWING tIPS
IMPORTANT: For best performance,
keep mower housing free of built-up grass
and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

. the grass^ippings many times and

reducelherh In size so that as they fall
onto the lawn they will disperse into the
grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn.
Always mulch with your highest engine
(blade) speed as this will provide the
bestrecutttng.action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The
best time to mow your lawn is the early
ahemoon. At this time the grass has
dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed to the direct sun.

best results, ad|ust the mower cut-

tirig héi^ so th^ the mower cuts off

or^ the top bnis-third of the grass
blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your imdth of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.
Certain types of grass and grass condi

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a sec
ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to

the first cut path.
Change your cutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week
then change to east to west the next
week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE

MAINTENANCE

Check Brake Operation
Check Tiro Pressure

Check Operator Presence and
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Check for Loose Fasteners
SharperVReplace Mower Blades
Lubrication Chart
Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Termlnals/Recliarge
Check Transaxle Cooling
Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine OH

Clean Air FTIter

Clean Air Screen '

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

R^iiceTuel Filter

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LUBRICATION CHART

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 periodi
cally 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.

O SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor OIL

@ General Purpose Grease

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and interlock

systems for proper operation.

• Chec^or loose fasteners.

O Refer to Maintenance ‘‘Errgine’* Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the
pivot points which have special nylon bear
ings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust
and dirt that will shorten the Hfe of the self­lubricating bearings. If you feel they must
be lubricated; use only a dry, powdered
graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety mles when per*
formirig any maintenance.

BRA№ OPERATION
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear, then brake must be adjusted, (see
“TO AEXJUST BRAKP in the Sen^ie and
Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in ail tires

(See “PRODUCT sfelFICATIONS“
on page 3 of this manual).

• K^p tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

controixhemicais which can harm rub
ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.

НОТЕ: To seahtire-punctures and prevent

fiat 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 that operator presence and inter

lock systems are working property. If your

tractordoes-npt function as described

below, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed
and attachment clutch control is in the
disengaged position.

• When the engine is runninq, 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

• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 FL Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat­treated.

Trallfrig Mandrel Assembly

Edge \ Center

Star

'Hex Bolt (Grade 8)*

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identified by six lines on the bolt head.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is
balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause
excessive vibration and eventual darriage
to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
to sharpen while it is on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a

5/8“ diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone
balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with bal

ancer).

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

• Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt
or pin parallel with the ground. If blade
is balanced, it should remain in a hori
zontal position. If either end of the blade
moves downward, sharpen the heavy
end until the blade te baiahced.

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 toward deck as showrr.

iMPORTANT: To erisurd proper assembly,
ceriteir hipte in blade must aRgn with star
orvinatniirel assembly;

• R^^emble'hex bolt, lock washer and

HanvasfiSr in exact order as shown.

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging systern
which is sufficient for normal use. Howev^
er, periodic charging of the battery with ari
automotive char^r will exti^d its life.

• Ke^ battery artd terminals clean. ’,

• Ke^ battery bolts tight

• Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes foLl-hour.

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NOTE; the original equipment battery oh
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 BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter

minals 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 petroleum

jelly.

• Reinstall.hattery (See “REPLACING
BATTERY” 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.

Replay 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

LUBRICATION .
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 tem
perature.

SAEVtSCOSrrr GRADES

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TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTfC^ATED BEFORE NEXT OH. CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) Improve starting in
cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will
result in increased oil consumption when
used above 32"F. Check your engine oil
level more frequently to avoid possible
engine damage from running low on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 25 hours in one
year, .
Check the crankcase oil level before start
ing-thf^ngiap and after each eight (8)
hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stlCfirsecarely each time you check the oil
level.

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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 oii.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained compietely, replace

oii drain plug and tighten securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fiil dip

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
For approximate capacity see “PROD
UCT SPECIFICATIONS’'on page S of

this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
checking ievel. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick.

AIR FILTER
Your engine wiil not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 25 hours of operation or every
season. Senrice paper cartridge every 100
hours of operation or every season,
whichever occurs first.
Service air cieaner 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 ciean cioth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean,
absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove
excess oil.

• if very dirty or damaged, rSpiace 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. .

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

replace cartridge.

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• Reinslal cartridge, nut. precieaner.

cover and secure with tcr>ob(s).
IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as
keroserre, are n(H to be used to clean the
cartridge. They may cause deterioration of
the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not
use pressurized air to clean or dry car
tridge.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
chaff to prevent errgine damage from over

heating. Clean wMi a wire bmsh or com
pressed air to remove cKrt arrd stubborn
dried gum fibers.

ENGINrCOOUNG 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 thorou^ly clean engine cooling fins.

• To reassemble, reverse above proce
dure.

Screws Blower Housing <

MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester Cif equipped) as it could cre
ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

e£K^ mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in “PRODUCT SPEaptCATJONS"
on page 5 of this manual,

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructirtg fuel flow to carbure
tor, replacement is required.

• With engine cod, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu

retor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clam.

Clamp

Clamp

uel RIter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign mdter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo
tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to dean your tractor unless the elec

trical s^em, muffler, air filter arKi carbure
tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine
life.

DipstickTube

Assembly

EriginéCooling Fins

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

^CAUTION: Before performing any sen/ice 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 “OFP and remove key.

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

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

in contact with plug.

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mo>^r will be easier to remove from the
righl side of tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in “DISEN
GAGED” position.

• Move áttachment lift lever fonvard to

. lower mower to its lowest position.

• Roll Beli^ éh^tié pulley.

• Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever

by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear
deck brackets by removing retainer
springs. _

Clutch Lever-

Clutch Rod

Suspension

Arms

• Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension
arms. Slide mower out from under trac
tor. ■

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 dis

charge guard to right side of tractor.

• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

• Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Retainer
Spring

Engine Pulley

Front
Link

Retainer
Spring

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

Anti-Swaybar

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjust the mowerwhiletractorte parked

orr ley;^ ground or driveway. Make sure
tires áre properly inflated (See “PROD

UCT SPECIFICATIONS’ on page 5 of this

manual). If tires are over or underinflat
ed, you will not property acgust your

mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDEACUUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Atthemkfpointof 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 adjust
ment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of rnower, tighten lift
iink adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each fuil turn of adjustment nut
will change mower height about 1/8“.

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom

of Curl

Bottom
of Curl

If links are not equal to length, acQi»t

one link to same length as other Rnk.
To lower front of mower loosen nut “E”

on both front links an equal number of

turns.
When distance “E>“ is 1/8“ to 1/2“ lower

at front than rear, tighten nuts “P
against trunnion on both front links.

To raise front of mower, loosen nut “P

from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut “P on both front links an
eq^ number of turns.
When cßstance “D* is 1Ä“ to 1/2“ lower
at front than rear, tighten nut “P against
trunnion on both front links.

Recheck side-to-side adjustment

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TQ-BACK ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to^

..^ide. If.tbe following fronMo-back adjust

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equaily so mower will stay

ievel side-to-side.

-To obtain the best cutting results, the
mower housing should be adjusted so that
the front is approximateiy 1/8“ to 1/2“

lower than the rear when the mower is In
its highest position.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Me^re distance “D* directly in front and
behirtottte rnandrel at.botti^^
md^ef housing shoyim.

• Befqf^jQakir^ any necessary adjust­rherits,^ check that both front links are

ecjOSl’ in fghgth. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8“.

Trunnion

Frorit Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT (See Illustration Next Page)

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on
level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

• Remove mower from tractor (See TO
REMOVE MOWER” in this section of
this manual).

• Work belt off both rhandrei pulley and
idler puHeys. '

• Pujltehaviiayftpmr^

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BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of

reifnoval:

Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves
and inside all belt guides.
Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.

Mandrel
Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustabie
brake system which is mounted on the
right side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stoppihg'distance at high speed in high
est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

pacing brake.

• Measure distance between brake oper
ating arm and hut “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 maintenarKe is necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized ser
vice center.

Idler
Pulleys

Mandrel
Pulley

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 pro

cedure.

With Parking Brake “Engaged"

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TRANSAXLE SHIFTER UNKAGE AND

ADJUSTMENT
The transaxle should be in neutral vtAien
the gear-^iftieveris in the rteutral (N)
'lock gate) position. The acQustment is
!>reset at the factory; however, if adjust­nent is needed, proceed as follows:

• Make sure transa)de is in neutral (N).

• Loosen two lodoHite on tie rod.

• Turn center rod until gearshift lever falls

into neutral lock gate on fender corvsole.

• Tighten locknuts securely.
. Gearshift Lever

Neutral Lock
Gate

• Replace washers arKi snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures arxi 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 corroacm.

V^ishers

RetEuning
Ring

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL AUGN-

MENT
If steering wheel crossbars are not hori

zontal (left to right) when >Ariieels are posi
tioned straight forward, remove steering
whi^ and reassen^ie per instructions In
the Assembly section of this manual.

£RONT WHEEL TOE-IWCAMBER
The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor.-Jf damage has
occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

-camber;^ contact your nearest authorized

service center.

TO REMOVE wheel FOR REPAIRS

* Block up axle securely.
* Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear
vdieel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

* Repair tire and reassemble.

* On rqajj^eels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle, irtsert square
keyT^

Axle Cover

TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK

BATTERY
ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smolung materials away from batter
ies. Always wear eye protection when
around batteries.
If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged. (See
"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec
tion this manual).

If "jumper csdMesT are used for emergency
starting, follow tills procedure:
AIMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equiped
with a 12 volt negative grouruied system.
The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded sy^em. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicals.
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES-

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (-f) terminal of each bat
tery, taking care not to short against
chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to
the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully
charged battery.

• 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.

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

25

Positive Terminal

Chassis

Positive Terminal

Negative Terrnii^

Cables

Charged
Battery •

Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi

nals by allowing a wrench or any other
object to contact both terminals at the
same time. Before connecting battery,

rerhove 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.

V Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

• Rrst connect RED battery cable to posi

tive (+) terminai with hex bolt and nut as
shown. Tighten securely. ■

• Connect BLACK groun^ng cable to
negative (-) terminal with remaining hex
boit and nut. Tighteri,securely.

• Close battery box door.

Seat Pan

Keps Nut

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable

Hex Bon

TO REPIACE HEADLIGHT 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 griil.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre
vent it from starting. .

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia

gram in the Repair Parts section of this
manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
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 procedures.

Battery Box
Door

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the
emission controi devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any non
road ertgine repair establishment or indi
vidual. Warranty repairs must be per

formed by an authorized engine manufac

turer’s service outlet.

26

TO ADJUST THROTTLE COHTROL

CABLE '

The tbmttle wntrol has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be nec

essary. Check adjustment as descn'bed
below before loosening cable. If acQust­ment is rrecessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

- control lever from slow to choice posi

tion. Slowly move lever fromrbhoke to

fast position.

• Check that holes "A” in goverrwr control
lever and hole in governor plate line-up.
If Rolesr'A” are not aligned, loosen

clamp screw and rrrave throttle cable
until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp
screw securely.

• —Goyernpr.,--. Governor

TQ ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is
lo\v 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 car№retor has been preset at the fac

tory and adjustment should not be neces
sary. However, minor adjustment may be

_ required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed
as follows:

In ganeral, turning idle mixturé valve in
(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

tile engme giving a learier fuel/air mixture.

Turning t^ idle mixture valve out

(cotNfiterclockwise) increases the isuppiy of

fuel to the arr^'he giving a richer fuel/áir

rni)d^re^

IMPQpTAI^: Damage to the needle valve
and the seal in carburetor may result if
screw is turned in too tight.

PREUMINARY SETTING-

• Mr cleaner assembly must be assem
bled to the carburetor when making car
buretor adjustmer^.

• Be sure the throttle control cable is

acyusted 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 corrtrol lever to slow posi

tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttle
lever against kfie 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 counterclock
wise 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 (counter
clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary, until
engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust—darnage rhay result ,
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed; overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed set

ting can be dangerous, if you think the

engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest authorized

service center, which has proper equip

ment to make any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed Screw'' Throttle

limiter

27

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor
age at the end of the season or if the trac
tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

AcAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor

ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storageTThis will allow you to clean it thor

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

• Insj^ct and"replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

• Be 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 sur
faces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

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

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

- and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in
thq Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnect

ed and place cables where they cannot
come in contact with battery terminals.

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

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential fuel
system parts suqh as carburetor, fuel filter,
fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also,
expen^lbe inidicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which
leads to separation and formation of acids
during storage. Acidic gas can damage the

fuel system of an engine while in storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.

• Use fi^h fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure
tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure
tor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with 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 it 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 pro
tective cover that does not retain mois
ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensatiori to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

28

BOUBLESHOOUNG CHART

PROBLEM

Will n(»starr

Hard to start • Dirty air filter.

1
1

1 -

i

1

1 Engirió will not turn • Clutch/brake pedal not

1 over

CAUSE

• Out of fuel.

• Engine not “CHOKED"
properly.

• Engine flooded.

• Bad spark plug.

• Dirty air filter.

• Dirty fuel filter. -

• Water in fu^.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjust­ment.

... .

-

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out d acQust­ment.

• Engine valves out of
adjustment.

depressed.

• Attachment clutch is
engaged.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Blown fuse.

• Corroded battery termi

nals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty ignition switch.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

CORRECTION

• Fill fuel tank.

• See TO START ENGINE" in
Operation section.

• Wait several minutes before
attempting to start

• Replace sparii plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tEmk with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel fil

ter. -

• Check all wiring. '

• See To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.

• Contact an authorized ser­vice center.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace spark plug.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Check all wiring.

• See To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments
section.

• Contact an authorized ser­vice center.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

• Disengage attachment
clutch.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition
switch.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized ser­vice center.

Engine elicit blit

will not __.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery term!-

nals.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

29

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM . CAUSE

Engi^xlicks but
will not start (con • Faulty solenoid or starter.
t’d)

Loss of power • Cutting too much

-

• Loose or damaged wiring.

grassAoo fast.

• Throttle in “CHOKE” posi
tion.

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

• Dirty air fitter.

• Low oiMevel/dirty oil.

• Faulty spark plug.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.

• Dirty engine air

screen/fins.

• Dirty/clogged muffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

CORRECTION

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace solenoid or
starter.

• Set in “Higher Cuf 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
spark plug.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh gaso
line and repiace fuel filter.

• Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

• Clean engine air screen/fins.

• Clean/replace muffler.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor” in

Service and Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized ser­vice center.

Excessive vibration

-

■Engine continues to
run when operator
leaves seat with
attachrnent clutch
engaged

Poor cut 7 uneven

_ _

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

• Faulty operator-safety
presence control system.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Mower deck not level.

• Buildup of grass, leaves.
arid trash under mower.

• Bent blade mandrel.

30

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt

• Replace blade miandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

• Check wiring, switches and

* . ■

. ...

connections. If not
corrected, contact an autho-

rized service center..

• Repiace blade. Tighten blade

bolt

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower
housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Poor cut - uneven
(cont’d)

Mower blades wil
not rotate

Poor grass di

charge

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

Obstruction in clutch
mechanism.

Wom/damaged mower

drive belt.

Frozen idler pulley.
Frozen blade mandrel.

Engine speed too slow.

Travel speed too fast.

Wet grass.

Mower deck not level.

Low/uneven tire air pres
sure.
Worn, bent or loose blade.

Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

Mower drive belt worn.
Blades improperly
installed.
Improper blades used.

Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

Remove obstruction.

Replace mower drive belt.

Replace icRer pulley.
Replace blade mandrel.

Place throttle control in

“FAST” position.

Shift to slower speed.

Allow grass to dry before

mowing.
Level mower deck.
Check tires for proper air
pressure.

Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade boH.

Clean underside of mower
housing.

Replace mower drive belt
Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

Headlight(s) riot
working (if so
equippiki)

Battery will not
charge

Engine “backfires”

whén 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.

31

Tumswrtch“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 arid allow
to idle for 30 seccmds before

stopping errgine.

ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711

32

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711

KEY PART
NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144925

74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

2

156417 Case Battery

6

153664 Switch, Interlock Push-In

16

STD551125

19

73350400 Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Unc

20

147430

21

4152J Bub Light #1156

22
24 4799J

146147

25

108824X Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green

26

73510400

.27

4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12* black

28

121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray

29

140301 Switch Ign 4 Pos

30

124211X

31

141226 Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text SLT

32

10931OX

33
40 156442
41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Rn Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2

42 131563
43 145673
44 73640400 Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 Unc
45 121433X
52 141940
70 140422

NOTE:

AN component dimensions give in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP

Vi^sher Lock 1/4
Harness Asm Light W/41S^
Cable Battery 6 Ga 11' red

Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Nut Ignition
Key Ign Molded Craftsman

Harness Ign Man Cl Am Hm 97
Cover Terminal Red

Solenoid
Ammeter Rectangular 6 /Vnp

Protection Wire Loop
Harness Engine B&S 14 OHV

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917^70711

34

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^70711

DESCRIPTION

1

160392
2 140356
3 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4
4

19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash
9 161917X013

10

STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x3/4

11 155927
12

145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L
13 155936 Panel, Dash, R.H.
14

17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1/2
IT'-

144983X558
18 126938X
25

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

STD541437

26
28

145198X558 Grille w/Clips MS-558
29

155217X599 Lens, Grille
30

151287X558

31 139976
37

17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x1/2

'38

139886
39 139887

51

73800400 Nut Lock w/lnsert 1/4-20 UNC
52 19091416
53

145201

54

161464

55

145202

57

STD522507
60

72140606
64

154798

74 STD541437

114

158112

115

17490620
116 19131614
140

158418
142

156095
143 154966
144

154207
145 156524

-- 5479J

NOTE:

All component dimensions give in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm •

Chassis Assembly
Drawbar

Dash

Panel, Dash, LH.

Hood Assembly
Bumper Hood

Nut

Fend/Ftrest Pnt SILT N HLD 558
Bracket, Fender Support

Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH.
Pivot Bracket Assembly, R.H.

washer 9/32 X 7/8 X16 Ga.

Bracket Grille Pickoff LH
Screw Hex Wshd 8-18x7/8
Bracket GrOle Pickoff RH
Bolt, Rn Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4
Dash Lower STLT
Nut Crownlock 3/8016 UNC
Keeper Belt Rear LhSU P930
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.
Bracket Suspension Front
Plate Reinforcement STLT
Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracks Pnt Footrest STLT
Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Plug, Button

35

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917270711

36

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711

KEY
NO.

.

■ 18

’"'51 STD541437

PART
NO.

1

146682

2

123666X

3

12000028

4

121520X

5

17490512

6

154792

8 '

STD561210 -

10

105701X

11

74550412

13

STD551125

14

STD523710
STD541437 Nut

19

106933X

21

130804

22

STD541237

24

106888X

25

STD551037

26

STD561210

27

145204

28

124236X

29

130807

30

127275X

31

STD523107 Bolt

32
34 155071
35 120183X

STD551062

36
37 STD571810

38 123674X
39 STD523727 Bolt
40 4470J
41

154777
42 19131312
47

127783
48

154407
49

123205X
50

STD523715 Bolt
52

STD541431
53

10571OX

55

105709X

DESCRIPTION

Transaxte (See Breakdown)

Peerless 206-508B
Spring, Return, Brake
Pulley, Transaxle
Ring, Retainer
Strap, Torque
Screw, Thd, RoB. 5/16-18 x 3/4
Rod Shifter Fender STLT
Pin, Cotter
Washer, Shift Plate
Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr. 8
Washer
Bolt nn Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1.
Gr5

Knob
Rod, Brake
Nut
Spring, Brake Rod
Washer
Pin
Rod, Parking Brake
Cap, Parking Brake, Red
Bracket, Transaxle
Keeper, Belt, LH.

Shaft/Assembly, Foot Pedal
Bearing, Nylon
Washer

Roll Pin
Pulley, Idler, Flat

Spacer, Split .395 x .59
Keeper, Belt, Idler Fool-Proof

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

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic
Bellcrank Clutch Gmd Drv SB
Retainer, Belt

Nut CroVvn Lock 3/8-16 UNC

Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC
Link, Clutch
Spring, Clutch Return

KEY
NO. NO.

56
57 130801
58
59
61
62 8883R
63
64

65
66

70

112
113

116
145
148
149
150
151

NOTE:

PART

DESCRIPTION

STD523712

127274X
140312
17490612

140186

71170764 BoR, Hex Head, Rn.

STD551143
154778

134683
19132012

72

137057

74

121749X

75

STD581075 E-Ring

76

123583X

77

121748X

78

2228M

79

145090 Arm, Shift

80

161082

81

123782X Spring, Torsion

82

19171216

83
84 145643

150360 NuL Nylock

85

157480

86

19212016 Washer

87

12000008

88

158391

89

124346X Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4

90

4497H Retainer Spring 1’

96

19091210

121520X Strap Torque LhLt
72110610
74490540

159103 Spacer

122052X Spacer Retainer PM Mower

150935
19133210

: All component dimensions give in U.S.

inches

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16x1-1/4
V-BeK, Ground Drive
Keeper, BeK, R.H.
Ke^>er, BelL Center Span

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

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine
7/16-20x4 Grade 5

Washer
Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-

Proof
Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.
Spacer, Axle
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Key,Square 2.0x.1845/.1865
Washer 25/32x1-5/8x16

Gauge

Key Woodruff #9 3/16x3/4

Shaft Assembly

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Tie Rod

Bushing
E-Ring

Console, Shift, STLT

Washer 9122. x 3/4 x 10 Gauge
Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25

Boft, Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

■'Bushing Nylon Collered
Washer 13/32 x2x 10 Ga.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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41

38

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR

MODEL NUMBER 917^70711

KEY
NO.

20 126684X
22 71200410 Screw, Hex Socket 1/4-20x5/8

"27

PART
NO.

139768

1

154427

2

156483

3
4 157473

6266H

5

121748X

6
7 19272016

12000029 Ring, Kiip

8
9 3366R

10 156438

STD551137 Washer, Lock

11

13 154779

73901000 Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-11 UNC

15"
17 156546 Shaft Assembly, Steering

57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

18

124035X Support, Shaft

19

127501 Pittman Shaft Assembly

23
25 154406

126847X

26

136874 Gear, Sector
19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

28

17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4

29

STD561210 Pin

30
32 130465

155099

36
37 152927 Screw
38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel
39 19133808 Wbsher 13/32x2-3/8x8 Gauge

STD541537

40
41 100711L

145054 Boot, Steering Shaft

42

121749X washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

43

153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT '

44

121232X Cap, Spindle

46
47 6855M

STD541431 Nut Lock Hex w/lns. 5/16-18 UNC

51
54 74780520

156594 Kit Steering Asm Service

62

STD523710

63
65 154780 Spacer Axle
66 154404 Bearing/Vim Pittman ­67 74781044 Bott. Rn Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4
68 . 154429

DESCRIPTION

Steering Wheel
Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL
Spindle Assembly, LH.
Spindle Assembly, R.H.
Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/B x 16 Gauge
Wbsher 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Bearirrg, Steering Column

Draglink Extended Stamped
Bearing Axle STLT/GT

Washer, Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x .062

Bracket, Steering
Bushing, Link, Drag

Rod, Tie
Bushing, Steering

Gripco Nut
Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Fitting, Grease
Bolt Rn Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4
BolL Rn Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5

Axle, Brace

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

39

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^70711

29

A

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

23

40

ENGINE

TBACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711

1

2

3

13
14
15
16

31

PART
NO.

162157
17720410

137352
165291
13280324
13200300
STD551237
159880
137180
109202X

DESCRIPTION

Control, Throtde/Choke
Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8
Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No. 311707, Type No. 0132-El
Muffler
Gasket, Exhaust

Nipple, Pipe 3/8NPTX3
Eibow, Standard 90', 3/8-18 NPT

Washer

Shield, Bm/Dbr Guard
Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

KEY
NO.

-4- -

23
29

32 158990 Cap Assembly. Fuel Tank, Vented

33
35

123487X
17490512

Clamp, Hose

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3-4 Tyt
37 137040 Line, Fuel
38
40 124028X

17490412

44

19091416

46

STD551131

62

71070512

72

17490620

78

128861

81

Plug, Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)
Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line

Screw. Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge
Washer, Lock

Screw, Hex Cap Head 5/16-18 x 3/4

Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Nut Range 1/4-20 Starter Nut

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^70711

KEY
NO.

140123

1

2 140551

STD523710

3

19131610

4

145006

5

STD541437

6

124181X

7

17490616

8

19131614

9

10

155925
120068X

11

121246X

12

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

Seat 3350 BIk/bIk Craftsman
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (bik)
BoKRnHex3/8-16uncX1

.washer 13/32 X 3/4 X10 Ga

Clip Push In Hinged
Nut Hex Lock w/lns 3/8-16 Unc
Spring Seat Cptsn 2 250 BtkZi
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X1 Ty-tt
Washer 13/32X1 X14Ga

Pan Pni Seat
Knob ^t 1/2-13 Unc Bik
Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

22

25

PART
NO.

121248X

72050412

134300
121250X
123976X
153236

STD541431

19171912
127018X

DESCRIPTION

Bushing Snap Bik Nyi 50 Id
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2
Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc
Spring Cptsn 1 27 Bik Pnt
Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr5Zinc
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Uno-2A

NutHexLockw/lrrs5/16-18

Vibsher 17/32 X1-3/16 X12 Ga.

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18X62

KEY
NO.

13

14.
15
16
17

21

24

NOTE: An component cBmenskMis given biU.S.itwh-

esi inch = 25.4 mm

42

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711

13 10

13 6

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1

156368

2 165406 '"Decal, Hp Engine

3 163200
4

163202

6 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance
8 163203

9 163204

10 156439
12

146046

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Open Instr.
Decal, Hood, R.H. 20 149516

Decal, Hood, LH. 21 163207
Decal, Deck Mower EZ

Decal, Fender, CraRsman
Decal, Fender Danger
Decal, V-BeR Drive Schematic 165435

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

163254 Decal, Dash Panel B&S

13
14 160396

Decal, V-BeR Schematic
Decal BaReiy Dngr/Psn Eng
Decal, Fender Sd. Wht

--

138311 Decal, UR Hande

--

154515

- -

154516 Pad Footrest RH STLT

--

165434

Pad Footrest LH STLT
Owner's ManuaL EngHsh

Owner's Manual, Spanish

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1

2

3
4

59192
65139

106222Х

59904

DESCRIPTION
Valve Cap, Tire

Stem, Valve

■nre,Fionl

-Tube, Front Hre
(Not Provided, Service Rem

Only)

5

6

106732X427

278Н

Rim, Front
Fitttig, Grease (Front Wheel

Only) •

9040Н

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel
Only)

8

9

10

106108X427

122082Х

7152J

Rim, Rear
Tire, Rear
Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Senrice Rem

Only)

11

104757Х
144334

Cap, Axle

Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

43

ÜFT ASSEMBLY

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44

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - ^ MODEL NUMBER 917.270711

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

159460

1

159471

2

105767X

3

12000002

4

19211621

5

120183X

6

125631X

7

122365X

8

139865

11
12 139866

4939M

13

127218

15

73350800

16

130171

17

73680800

18

139868

19

163552

20

110807X

23
24 19131016

2876H

25

76020308

26

126971X

27

73350600

28

138057

29

150233

30

140302

31

73540600

32

145212

49

110452X

50

DESCRIPTION

Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly
Shaft Assembly. Lift

Pin, Groove ■
E-Ring

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

Bearing, Nylon
Grip, Handle, Fluted
Button, Plunger, Red
Link, Lift, LH.
Link, Uft, R.H.

Retainer Spring
Link, Front

NuLHex,Jam 1/2-13 UNC

Trunnion

Nut Crownlock 1/2-13 UNC
Arm, Suspension, Rear
Retainer Spring
NuL Special
Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge
Spring

Pin, Cotter 3/32 X1/2
Rod, Adjust, Lift
NuL Hex, Jam 3/8-16 UNC
Knob, Infinite Height Adjustment

Trunnion, Inf Height

Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24
Nut Hex Flange Lock
Nut Push Phos & Oil

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

1inch = 25.4mm

MOWER DECK

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MOWER DECK

"part

KEY
NO.

1

2

3

4
5

6

8

9

10

11

12

13

NO.

164961
STD533107

138017
138440

STD624008
130832
850857

- _

STD551137

140296
134149
129895
137645

-------------

128774

14

110485X

15

140329

16

72110610

17

72140505

18

132827

19

159770

20

21 STD541431„.

Í34753

22

131267

23

24 105304X

123713X

25

110452X NuL Push 105

26
27 130968

19111016

28
29 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32

153535
33 137266
34 STD533717 Bolt
35

133835

36 131494

_37

19131316

.. -

40 STD541437

41

133551

43

140083

44

140088
45 STD624003
46

137729
48

133944
49

155066
50

131340

51

STD541410 Locknut

52

139888

53

131845

54

133943

--

PART

DESCRIPTION

KEY

NO. NO.

55 155046

122052X

Mower Housing
Bolt

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,
Front
Bracket /Assembly, Sway Bar
Retainer Spring
Arm, SuspWiskxi, Rear
Bott, Hex 3/8-24x1.25
Grade 8

56

140066

58

141043

59

162113

67

144200

66

142427

71

131870

72

127847

73
74 121748X

Wbsher,Lock
V№sher, Hardened 75 12000029

Blade, Mulching

76

128903
Bearing, Ball
Shaft Assembly, Mandrel,

vented (Includes Key

77 127845

160570

78

Numbers)
Housing, Mandrel, Vented
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
Stripper, Vented Mower Deck
Bott, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Bott, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8
Bolt, Shoulder
Baffle, Vortex

. Nut Crovmlock 5/16-18 UNC

Stiffener Bracket
BrackeL Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spring, Torsion, Deflector

79
80
81
82

83
84
85
92

101

102

103
104

127498
153701
73350600

142028
120958X
156084

72140620

STD541437
136420

'71161010

19061216

STD551110

160793
Shield, Deflector
Washer 11/32x5/8x16

Gauge
Rod, Hinge
Screw Thdrol V№isher Head
Washer, Spacer

Pulley, Mandrel
NuL Toplock, Flanged

Fastner, Christmas Tree
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Wbsher 13/32x13/16x16
Gauge

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Rod, PivoL with Nibs
Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with
Nibs
Guard, Mandrel, LH.

2029J

106

111

113
114

112

115

155197

155198

17490512
73510500
72110504

116 137644

128’

133957 •
73930600

19121414

143723

153390

19131312

STD523710

STD533710

.. -

19132203

117
118

119

121

129
130

131

132

Retainer
Screw, Thd. Rofl 1/4-20 x 5/8
Vibsher, Hardened

141

- -

6266H

130794
Roller Assembly. Cam Follower
Bott, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

164963

- -

Bott, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

NOTE:

/yi component dimensions given in U.S.inches
1 inch = 25.4mm

DESCRIPTION

Atm, kller
Spacer, Retainer
Spring, Torsion Brakes
Guard, TOVidier
Knob Custom Ovai
V-Belt

Rod, Ctutch, Primary, with Nibs

Spring, Return
Arm, autch. Secondary
Wbsher 25/32x1-5/8x16

Gauge

Ring, Wip

Boit, Shouider 3/8-16 UNC x

1.44
Keeper, Spring
Lever Asm. Clutch Pri Pirn
STLT
Bushing, Large, Brass
Spring, Mower Clutch
NuLHexJam 3/8-16 Unc
Tnjnnion,Adj.
Washer Sintered
Keeper Belt Idler

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/2
Nut
Mulcher Cover
Screw
Washer #10
Washer, Lock
Latch Assembly, Bagger
Nut,WekJ
BrackeL Gauge, Wheel LH.
BrackeL Gauge, Wheel R.H.
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x3/4

Nut,Hex,Keps 5/16-18 UNC
BoK, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2
BoK, Shoulder
Wheel, Gauge
NuL Centertock 3/8-16
Washer 3/8 X 7/8 X14 Gauge
Bracket

...WbsherFett

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
Bott, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC X1
Gr.5
Bott, RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 UNC
x1 .

Spacer Washer 13/32 LD.xl­3/8 0.D.X1/4

WasherThrust .75x1.230

Mandrel Assembly (lrx:iudes
Key Numbers 8-10,12-15,31
and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete
(Standard Deck, Order
Separately Mulcher Plate and
Gauge Wheel Components,
Key Nos. 101-106 and 111-121)

47

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-508B

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TRACTOR — MODEL NUMBER 917^70711

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-508B

REF
NO.

PART
NO.

772147

1

780086A

- 2
770128

3

776395

4

776409

5

778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth)

6

778369

6A

778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth)

7'

792180 Shift Key ■

8

792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356

8A

784352 Shift Collar

9

784378

10

778334

. 11

778309

12

778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (Incl. 14)

13

778367

14

DESCRIPTION

Transaxle Cover

Needle Bearing 5/8*

Transaxle Case

Countershaft
Output Shaft

S^r Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086 Brake Lever Bracket

Shift Rod & Fork 51

^Bwel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352

Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350
Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) (Incl.

13)

15

778370

Ring Gear (43 teeth)

17 786188 Drive Pin

786102

18

792077

20

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8-16x3/8*

22 “7®079 Spring

792073A Screw 1/4-20x1-1/4*

25

25A

792177

Spacer
Ball 5/16’dia

Screw 1/4-20X1-3/8’
26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2)
27 792035 Retaining Ring
28 788040 Retaining Ring
29 780072 Washer

29A 780160 Washer
29B

780051

Thrust Washer (.762 ID)

29C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer

30

780108 Washer

31 780001 Washer (.056 wide) 83

(USE AS NEEDED) 85

31A

780195 Flat Wdsher (.062 wide) 87

32

788083 OilSeal5/ar 150

34

780194 Bushing 157

35

780193 Flanged Bushing

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing 3/4*

36

790075 Brake Disk

37

790007

38

799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

39

786026 Dowel Pin

40

792076A

Brake Pad Plate

Flat Washer

REF PART
NO. NO.

41A 790079

792073A Screw 1/4-20x1-1/4*

42

42A

792085A
43 792075
44 790025

45 786066

47 774690
48 774691

DESCRIPTION
Brake Lever
Screw 1/4-20x2-1/4*

Locknut 5/16-24
Brake Pad Holder
Spacer

Axle (11-15/16T long)
Axle (16-1/2* long)
Spur Gear (29 teeth)

50 778338

^r Gear (27 teeth)

778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)

Spur Gear (19 teeth)
Spur Gear (16 teeth)

54 778346

778355

56

778337 Spur Gear (13 teeth)

57

778353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)

58
59 778351

778349

60

61 778345

780189

65

66 776422

776396 Shifter & Brake Shaft

67

792170

69

786187 Spacer .890

70

71 788069

Spur Gear (15 teeth)
Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Spur Gear (21 teeth)
Spur Gear (24 teeth)
Spur Gear (25 teeth)

Washer

Input Shaft
Retaining Ring
Square Cut Ring

71B 788092 6o6Ring .

780090

76
77 788078A

792144

79

778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13

82

Wa^er

Inverted Retaining Ring
Spring

teeth)

778338

Spur Gear (27 teeth)
792154 01 Rl Plug
788089 Ofl Seal 9/16*
788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Sflicone

788088

oa Seal 3/4’

180 730229A GearOa60W90

900NN

Replacement 206-508B

Transaxle
Parts must be ordered from Tecumseh Products Co.
NOTE: /Ul component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-El

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-El

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PART

KEY

NO. NO.

1 690156

2 399265

3 391086

' 4

494238

5 690188

94927 Washer, Flat 108A 224540

6

7

273763

8 495735

9^ 27803

94621 Screw, Hex 232119

10

11 281246

12 271916 * Gasket Crankcase (.01 s6 Thk) 123 95160 Screw, Hex

271997

94728

13

---

—

15 94239
16

690136

20 291675 * Seal, oa
22 95187

23 690222
24

222698

DESCRIPTION

Cyinder Assembly 98 495800

Bushing, Cylinder

* Seal,Oa 105

Sump, Engine
Head, Cylinder

0* Gasket, Cyfinder Head 110

BreatherMsembly

* Gasket Breather 117

Tube, Breather 121

* Gasket Crankcase (.0056 Thk)

Screw Cylinder Head (3- 127

- -9/166)
Plug, Oil Drain

Crankshaft
Screw, Crankcase Cover

Flywheel
Key, Flywheel

25 692271 Piston, Assembly (Std.) 142 232117

692272

Piston Assembly (.0106 O.S.)

8^73- ^— Piston Assembly (.0206 O.S.) 163

692274
690162 Ring Set Piston (Std.) 186

26

690164
690166

^ Piston Assembly (.0306 O.S.) 171

Ring Set Piston (.0106 O.S.)
Fling Set Piston (.0206 O.S.)

690168 Ring Set Piston (.0306 O.S.)

27 263129 Lock, Piston Pin

498319 Pin Assembly, Fiston (Std.)

28

498320

Pin Assembly, Piston (.00^
O.S.)

29 499468

Rod Assembly. Connecting

(Std.)

499940

Rod Assy., Connecting (.020
U.S.)

32 95190
33 495856
34 49^7
35 262811
40 224641
43 40815
45 262411
46 496884
50 690193
51 281735

51A 273650

53 94637
73 494439
75 225136

78 94821
87 491323
93 281346
94 498030
95 94098

' Screw, Connecting Rod

Valve, Exhaust '

Vhlve, Intake
Spring, \felve

Relalr^, Valve

GovJCMSHnger
TappeCValve
Gear, Cam

Manifold, Irrtake
I Gasket, Intake
i Gasket, Intake

Stud, Caib. Mounting
Scre^ Rotating
\№ishe^. Flywheel

Screw Ton^

' Seal, Governor Shaft

Eftjshing throttle Shaft

*vyve,ldieA(9ustment

• Sdrevv^ QrokeTThrotUe

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

Screw, kle Speed

104

231789

231855
106 231854
108

224558

• Pin, Float Hinge

• Valve, Needle

• Seat Inlet
Valve, Choke (Manual Choke)
Valve, Choke (Choke-A-Matic)

225Ì37

116 270920

2^118

Wesher,FteA

* Seal, O-fting

• Jet Main (Standard)

Jet Main (High Altitude)

125

^191
690194

Carburetor Overhaul Kit
Carburetor

• Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only)

130 224539

131

493379
133 494381
137

281165

141 495097

141A 495931

Valve, Throttle

Throttle Shaft Kit

Float Carburetor

0* Gasket Float Bowl

Choke Shaft Kit (Man. Choke)
Choke Shaft Kit (Choke-A-

Matic)

• NoTzle, Carburetor

146

94196 Key, Timing
281051 * Gasket Air Cleaner
281051

Nut

493496 Connector. Hose

187

298049 Line, Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)

188

94627 ScrewHex

192 492160
199 494768
205 94903

Adjuster, Rocker Arm
Valve, Shut^

Screw, Sholder

205A 94073 Screw, Shoulder

209 260695
216 262766

216A 262766

222 495611
224 95163
227 493935
232V 262785

RPM Settings:

Spring, Governor
Unk,Choke
Link, Choke
Bracket, Coritrol
Screw, Tom® Hex
Lever, Gdvwhor
Spring, Link
Low: 165(^1850
High: 32003400

* Included in Ga^cet Set (690189). .

• included in Garbur^ lQt (690191).

0- ItKiuded in Caitxiretor Gasket Set (690192).

0 Included in Valve overhaul Gasket Set (690190)

§ Irrduded In Kits *>00.

NOTE: Al component dimensions ^ven in U.S.kwhes

1 irxdi = 25.4mm

238 262836 Cap,Vhlve
240 394358 Piter, Fuel
265 221535 Ciamp^ Casing

56

tractor - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-El

KEY PART
NO. NO.

810104

294

. 304

304A
305A

. 337

493A

592A

“-615

634A 494455

663A 94704

225511
225017
94682

305

94822
225020

306
307

94930
497595

309'
310

94003
497608

311
333

495859

334

94731

491055

354

940T0

281164

355
356

494705

358

690189

363

19203

381

94863

383

89838

461

94734

467

493903

474

-39S474-

482

93621

493

224968
224969
806000

503

497606

510
523

495230

525

496113

529

281370

535

496894

544

497603

552

491986

562

94907

592

231978
92278

601

95162

614

93306
263080

616

495157

634

494453

635 280872
646 224546
657 94905
663 94929

668 805402

689 262715

673 94896
718 230192
726 399676
727- ?§3!3&4
728 „^951 _
729 ?81390'

DESCRIPTION

Adjuster, Ftocker Arm

Housing, Blower (Red Outer)
Housing, Blower (Black Inne^
Screw, Hex
Screw, Tone"
Shield, Cylinder
Screw, Hex
Motor, Starter
Screw, Hex
Brush Set
Armature, Magneto
Screw, Armature Mounting
S|!»rk Plug

"Nut, Hex

Washer
Wire, Stop
Gasket Set
Flywheel Puller
Screw, Hex
Wrench, Spark Plug
Screw, Torx", Hex
Nut, Air Cleaner
Alternator
Screw, Hex
Bracket, Mounting (Front)
Bracket, Mounting (Rear)
Strap, Starter
Drive, Starter
Dipstick, Oil
Tube, Oil Rll
Seal, Fill Tube
RIter, A/C Element
Armature, Starter
Bushing, Governor Crank
Bolt, Governor Lever
Nut, Hex
Nut, Hex
Clamp, Fuel Line
Pin, Cotter
Ring, Retaining
Crank, Governor
Seai, Spring Assy. (Man.
Choke)
Seai, Spring Assy. (Choke-A-

Matic)
Boot, Spark Plug
Brace
Screw, Slotted Hex
Screw, Hex
Screw, Hex
Spacer
Spring, Friction
Screw, Hex
DoweL Sleeve
Gear, Ring
Cover, Starter Drive
Screw, Torx"
Clip, Wire

KEY PART
NO. NO.

729A 225170

741 262932
757 213998
758 499994
759 230787
761 94593
783 280104
789 497708
801 497626
802 497607
803 497604
830 94555
847 496415
851 224110
868 499236
871 262835

875 495862
877 393456
878 393362
947 497672
967 272403
968 281758
975 494933
977 690192
987 281166

1005
1006
1019

1022

1023
1026

1026A 495136

1029 224554
1033 690190
1034 495248
1036 273807
1044 94673
1058 273686
1090 497605
1091 281364
RPM Settings:

* - . included in Gasket SeL Part Nurnber 690189

• Included in Carburetor Kit, Part Number 690191
0 Included in Carburetor Gasket SeL Part

0 Included in Vblve Overhaul Gasket SeL Part

§ Included in Kits **00

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

281400
224413
690180
272475
225521
494432

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Cl(j, Wire
Gear, Timing
Link, Countenweight
Counterweight
Pin, Countenvei^
Screw, Hex
Gear, Starter
Harness, Wiring
Cap, Drive
Cap, End
Housing, Starter
Stud, Rocker Arm

DipstickA'ube Assy.

Terminal, Cable

*0 Seal, \^ve

Bushing, Guide
Base, Air Cleaner
Wire, Alternator
Harness, Alternator
Solenoid, Fuel

Filter, Pre-Cleaner

Cover, Air Cleaner
Bowl, Float
Gasket Set, Carburetor

• Seal, Throttle Shaft
Fan, Flywheel
Retainer, Fan
Label Kit

*0 Gasket, Rocker Cover

Cover, Rocker
Rod, Push (Intake)
Rod, Push (Exhaust)
Arm, Ftocker
\^lvs Overhaul Kit
Guide, Push Rod
Label Kit, Emission
Screw, Shoulder
Owner's Manual
Retainer, Brush _
Cap, Limiter
Low:1650 -1850
High: 3200 - 3400

Number 690192
Number 690190

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^70711

IGNmON SWITCH

OFF

BUM

CIRCUir

G + M- fL

B*L

B*L *S - NONE

posmoN

RUNAJ6KT B *L

START

*MAKE*

-MONE
A + V

NONE

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
0\«N ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
BRIGHTNESS OF THE UGHTS
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED. AT IDLE THE UGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS
SPEEDED UP. THE LIGHTS ..
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CUPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOUL&BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRINa

58

m

59

60.

62

O)
w

SUGGESTED (3UIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL •

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Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not
greater than 15*), never across the face. Make turns gradu

A

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

For the repair or replacement parts you need
deKverecLdirectly to your home
Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a

domicilio -1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Gall 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7274)
Para pedir servicio de reparación a

domicilio -1-800-676-5811

For the location of a Sears Parts and
Repair Center in your area
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears
Maintenance Agreement or to inquire
about an existing Agreement
Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday

1-800-827-6655

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following
information;

• Product Type ■ • Part Number

• Model Number • Part Description

REPAIR SERVICES

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