Craftsman 917.270760 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

CRRFTSMHN

18.5 HP ELECTRIC START

42” MOWER AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270760

• Safety

• Assembly

•Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am • 5 pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179

Visit our Craftsman website;www.sears.com/craftsman

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Warranty

Safety Rules Product Specifications

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WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the

proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the Instructions contained in the owner’s manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

the battery will not hold a charge. Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War

ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

To locate the nearest sears service center or to schedule in-home warranty service, simply contact sears at 1 -800-4-my-home This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights

which may vary from state to state.

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

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SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

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

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

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

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute

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

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

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

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• 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 unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the

riding mower safely enough to protect

themselves and others from serious

injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

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

can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

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

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

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommen

dations for wheel weights or counter

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

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

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual

ly downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

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

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

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

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

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SAFETY RULES

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

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

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

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

SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

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

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

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

equipment in good condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine running.

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

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when sen/icing them. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

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

Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

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.

If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

Do not turn on slopes unless neces

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual ly downhill, if possible.

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SAFETY RULES

^Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEAWAREM! YOUR ^FETY IS INVOLVED. i&CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden tal starting when setting up. transporting, adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire v^ere it cannot contact spark plug.

AcAUTION: Do not coast down a hilt in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE: OILTYPE

(API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY: SPARKPLUG:

(GAP: .030”)

VALVE

ADJUSTMENT GROUND

SPEED (MPH):

TIRE

PRESSURE:

CHARGING SYSTEM:

BATTERY:

BLADE BOLT

TORQUE;

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible depend

ability and performance. Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

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

service or repair this tractor.

1.25 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR

SAE 30

(ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

4.0 PINTS CHAMPION

RC12YC INTAKE: .004”-.006"

EXHAUST; .004”-.006' FORWARD: 5.5

REVERSE: 2.4 FRONT; 14PSI

REAR: 10 PSI 16AMPS@3600RPM

AMP/HR: 28

MIN. CCA: 230 CASES1ZE:U1R

27-35 FT. LBS

^CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the

ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

^WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under “Mainte

nance" and “Storage" sections of this

owner’s manual.

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

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless

the engine’s exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable

local or state laws (if any). If a spark

arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective worWng order by the opera tor.

In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department (See Maintenance section of this manual).

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering Wheel

1 1

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steering Wheel Adapter

Steering

1 '

Steering Sleeve

Steering Wheel Insert

(1) Lock washer 3/8

Extension Shaft

(1)Hex Bolt

3/8-16 X 1

(1) Large Flat

Washer

(1) Knob

Keys

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 X 1-1/4

mmmm

Seat

(1) Washer

® 17/32 X 1 -3/16 X 12 Gauge

Video Cassette

WmW

Slope Sheet

(1)

Locknut 5/16-18

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

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(2) Keys

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ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

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

(1) 9/16" wrench (1} Pliers (2) 1 /2" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) 3/4" socket with (1) Tire pressure

drive ratchet gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton.

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

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

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove

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

Steering Wheel Insert

Hex Bolt

Lock Washer

Large Flat Washer

Steering Wheel

Steering Boot

Extension Shaft

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely.

• 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.

• Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension.

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

inside boot and onto adapter.

5/16 Locknut

Lower Steering—f Shaft >

5/16 Hex Bolt

Tabs

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

• Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

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

(label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one

hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY"

in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for charging instructions).

Seat Pan

Battery Box Door

Terminal

INSTALLSEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor.

• Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

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

securely.

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

• Lower seat into operating position

and sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

NOTE: You may now roll or drive you

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid,

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for iocation and function of controis)

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

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch^rake pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheel

ing position to disengage transmission (See “TO TRANSPORT in the Opera tion section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location and function of controls)

^WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is

clear of other people and objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

• Place freewheel control in "transmis sion engaged" position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

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

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

position.

• Release parking brake.

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• Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever in neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to “OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin*

flated at the factory for shipping pur poses. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS”

section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See “TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

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

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

• Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

• Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

i^CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in opera tion.

Deflector Shield

Mulcher Plate

Latch Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

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

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de

signed for discharging and bagging also.

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CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND

SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

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

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For

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

/ Be sure mower deck is properly

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

properly inflated for leveling).

✓ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

✓ Before driving tractor, be sure free

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: / Engine oil is at proper level. / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

/ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

/ It is important to purge the transmis

sion before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions

(See 'TO START ENGINE” and

“PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual).

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OPERATION

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY

WARNING

ENGINE ON

REVERSE

OIL PRESSURE

FORWARD

LIGHTS ON

FAST

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

•m

SLOW

FUEL

jji

MOWER HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

UNLOCKED

MOWER LIFT

I* R N H L ©)|I

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL

CLUTCH ENGAGED

HIGH

LOW

PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

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FREEWHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

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

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

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

Light Switch

Attachment Clutch Lever

Choke Contro

Throttle Control

Clutch/ Brake Pedal

Free Wheel Control

Ammeter

Lift Lever Plunger

Attachment Lift Lever

Height

^ Adjustment

Indicator

Parking Brake Lever

Motion Control Lever

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

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of battery. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor.

Institute.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.

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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into

F 1 the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

^ ^ ^ glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

“BRAKE" position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in “EN GAGED” position and release pres sure from clutchA^rake pedal. Pedal should remain in “BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure. Attachment Clutch Lever

Choke Control

Throttle Control

Clutch/ ^ --Position Brake\PedairN

, Motion

“Disengaged"^ , Control

Position “Brake” Lever

“Engaged” Position

“Disengaged”

Position

Parking Brake “Engaged”

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades.move attach

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full “BRAKE" position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

IMPORTANT; The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is de

pressed.

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 leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead). NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

^ CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

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

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging

and mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warni engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob

out. Slowly push knob in to disen gage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK WARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Release paridng brake and clutch/

brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT

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

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi

mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running.

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These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions,

height of grass and types of grass being mowed,

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a

flat level surface.

• Adjust mower 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 appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/ 8 washer, and 3/8-16 locknut and

tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

3/8-16 Locknut

Gauge

Wheel

Mounting

Bracket

3/8 Washer

Gauge Wheel

Shoulder Bolt

• Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

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

A CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Lever “Engaged” Position

TO OPERATE ON HILLS ^CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

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

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

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

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is de

pressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO OPERATE MOWER

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

engine running and the attachment

clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift

control.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by

placing freewheei control in freewheel ing position. Free wheel control is

located at the rear drawbar of tractor,

• Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

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• Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

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

BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces

sary, add oil until “FULL” mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See “OIL

VISCOSITY CHART' in the Mainte nance section of this manual).

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

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do

not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel fresh ness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0'’C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to

help insure good cold weather starting.

^ WARNING; Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. A CAUTION; Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel

from the tank to the engine.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress dutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to “DISEN GAGED” position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

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

may not be needed.

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

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• 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, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

above)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine

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

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows;

• Be sure the tractor is on level

ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake

slowly return to operating position.

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

• The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32

F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need

to be adjusted for best engine perfor

mance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURE

TOR” in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. .

PURGE TRANSMISSION Â CAUTION: Never engage or disen

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor

mance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the

transmission which may have developed

during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT; Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace ment, it should be purged after reinstalla

tion before operating the tractor.

• Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position (See "TO TRANSPORT” in

this section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal.

• Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air

is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

• Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See “TO TRANSPORT in this section of manual).

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• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly

move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3)

times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

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

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

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

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

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

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings. Make fimt cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

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

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give

the mower cutting perfonmance as well as the quality of cut desired.

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

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 clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

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

interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpen dicular 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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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN OATES AS YOU COMPLETE

MAINTENANCE

Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and

intertock Systems Check lor Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level

Change En^ne Oil

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Rug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter

1 ‘ Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high arnbient temperaturee. 2 • Service more often when operating in dirty or duety oor>ditk>ne. 3' If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 houre.

4 < Replace bladee more often when mowir>g In sandy soH.

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Do not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not

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

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain tractor as

instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners. -ig

LUBRICATION CHART

©General Purpose Grease ©Refer to Maintenance “Engine” Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating 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 rules when

performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. {See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). . TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS”

section of this manual).

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

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

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

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

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

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated. ^ Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly

Flat Washer Lock Washer

<3^—Нех Bolt (Grade)^

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE; We do not recommend sharpen ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine.

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

• To check blade balance, you will need

a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a

cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.)

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

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position, if either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

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

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

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

BATTERY

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

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

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

• Open battery box door.

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

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

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

• Coat terminals with grease or petro leum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING

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. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should

be kept clean to assure prefer cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the trans

mission is hot. To prevent possible damage

to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean.

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

pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transa)de was sealed at the factory and

fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever

leak or require servicing, contact your near

est authorized service center/department.

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

temperature.

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

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

• Remove drain plug.

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

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section

of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for a(xurate reading.

Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

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

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CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first. Senrice air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove knobs and cover.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

• Unscrew old filter by turning counter

clockwise. Use a suitable container to catch oil.

• Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to

rubber gasket on replacement oil filter.

• Install replacement oil filter by turning clockwise until rubber gasket contacts

mounting surface, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.

• Fill crankcase with new oil (See “TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in this section of this manual). For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS” section of this manual.

• Start engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks before placing

engine into full operation.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

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

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

• Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover

and secure with knobs.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deteriora tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge.

Knobs-

Cartridge

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARKPLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure

tor, replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

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

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

• Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Foam Pre-Cleaner

Clamp

21 Fuel Filter

Clamp

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CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels

free of ail gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

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

ened engine life.

tive type wax.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

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

• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key.

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

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

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TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

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

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

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

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt.

• Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push housing guide out of

bracket.

• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer springs.

• Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

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

Small Retainer Spring

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square hole in frame.

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.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD

UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

Retainer Sprin

Anti-Sway Bar-

Coliar-

Housing Quid

Square Hole

Clutch Spring

Engine Puiley

Front Link

Retainer Springs (Both Sides)

Large Retainer Spring

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other.

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

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE;Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust ing.

Before making any necessary adjust ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8“.

If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns. When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nuts “F”

against trunnion on both front links.

To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F"

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut “E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

When distance “D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut “F”

against trunnion on both front links.

Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT; Deck must be level side-to

side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to

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

mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance “D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

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Nut “F”

Trunnion

Front Links

Nut “E”

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE

DRIVE BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

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

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION-

• Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

• Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel Pulley Idler

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustabie brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxie.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parldng brake.

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

• If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and turn nut “A" until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut “A”.

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

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

With Parking Brake “Engaged”

.Nut "A"

Operating Arm

Do not touch this nut. If further brake

adjustment is necessary contact your

nearest authorized service center/department

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.

• Puli belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around

engine pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

• Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

• Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off.

• While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move motion control lever to the

neutral (N) (lock gate) position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral position, follow these steps:

• Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely,

• Start engine and test.

• If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Lever

Neutral Lock Gate

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service center^epartment.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

• Block up axle securely.

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

lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Retaining Ring

Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVALÆEPLACE'

MENT Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Operation section of this manual.

Axle

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

Page 26

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

A CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See “BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If “jumper cables” are used for emer gency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

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

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short against chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the 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.

REPLACING BATTERY

^CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.

• Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

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

remove battery from tractor.

• Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

• First connect RED battery cable to

positive {+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

• Close battery box door.

Seat Pan

Battery Box Door

____

Positive Terminal

Chassis

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

Negative Terminal

Positive (Red) Cable

Cables TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

Charged Battery

Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

Close hood.

Keps Nut

Hex

Bolt

Negative (Black) Cable

Page 27

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

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

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

Hood

Headlight Wire Connector

• With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position.

• Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner.

• Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely.

• Replace air cleaner cover assembly

and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to

suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment.

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

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest autho

rized service center/department, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

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

necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable.

If adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

• Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable damp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

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

necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

Page 28

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. ^ CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING”

in the Maintenance section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

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

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

Replace if necessary.

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

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

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

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of

storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

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

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fu< filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels Scalled 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 fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

• Turn ignition key to “START position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

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

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

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows conden sation to form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still

warm.

Page 29

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

CAUSE

• Out of fuel.

• Engine not “CHOKED”

properly.

• Engine flooded.

• Bad spark plug.

• Dirty air filter.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Water in fuel,

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

Service Adjustments

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

CORRECTION

• Fill fuel tank.

• See “TO START ENGINE”

in Operation section.

• Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and carbure tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

• Check all wiring.

• See “To Adjust Carburetor” in

section.

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

• 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 Adjustments section.

• Contact an authorized sen/ice center/department.

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

wiit not start

Loss of power

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed

• Attachment clutch is

engaged.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Blown fuse.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty ignition switch.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

• Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Cutting too much grassAoo

fast.

• Throttle in “CHOKE"

position.

• Depress clutch^rake pedal.

• Disengage attachment clutch.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition switch.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Set in “Higher Cuf position/

reduce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.

Page 30

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM Loss of power

(Continued)

CAUSE

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

• Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirty oil.

• Faulty spark plug.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose. • Connect and tighten spark

• Dirty engine air screen/fins. • Clean engine air screen/ ♦ Diity/clogged muffler. •Clean/replace muffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring. • Check all wiring.

• Carburetor out of

adjustment. in Sen/ice Adjustments

• Engine valves out of adjustment.

CORRECTION

• 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 gasoline and replace fuel filter.

plug wire.

fins.

• See “To Adjust Carburetor" section.

• Contact an authorized service center/department.

Excessive vibration

Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

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

• Bent blade mandrel. • Replace 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, and trash under mower.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around mandrels.

• Tighten loose part{s).

Replace damaged parts.

• Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/department.

• Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Mower blades will not rotate

• Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

• Wom/damaged mower drive belt.

• Frozen idler pulley.

• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

Page 31

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Poor grass • Engine speed too slow. discharge

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. housing.

• Mower drive belt worn.

• Blades improperly installed.

• Improper blades used.

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

CORRECTION

• 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 bolt.

• Clean underside of mower

• 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) not • Switch is “OFF.

working • Bulb(s) burned out.

(if so equipped) • Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blown fuse.

Battery wili not

charge

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

• Faulty alternator.

Loss of drive • Freewheel control in

“disengaged” position. “engaged” position.

• Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

• Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing.

• Turn switch “ON”.

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connec

tions.

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

• Place freewheel control in

• Replace motion drive belt.

• Purge transmission.

Engine “backfires” • Engine throttle control not • Move throttle control to

when turning

set at “SLOW”

“SLOW” position and allow

engine position for 30 seconds to idle for 30 seconds before

“OFF”

stopping engine. stopping engine.

Page 32

SERVICE NOTES

Page 33

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - -MODELNUMBER 917.270760

POStTION CIRCUIT

OFF M-fQ+A1 NONE

RUNA.K3HT B+A1 A2+L

RUN

START

B+A1

B + S + A1

“MAKE"

NONE NONE

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

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

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WRING.

Page 34

ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

Page 35

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

163465

2 74760412

156417

153664 Switch, Interlock Push-In

16 21 166182

4152J

22 24 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"

146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire

25 26 166180 27

73510400 Nut Keps Hex1/4-20 Unc 28 4207J Cable. Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12" 29 121305X

30 163968 Switch, Ignition

140403 Key, Ignition

170217 Harness, Ignition

40 41 71110408 Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2 42

131563 43 145673 Solenoid 45 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 52 141940

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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

Case, Battery Mech Hinge

Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) Bulb, Light

Fuse, 15 Amp

Switch, Plunger

Cover, T erminat, Red

Protection Wire Loop

Page 36

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

Page 37

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 169830 2 169061 3 17060612 5 155272 9 168337X013 10 871)533710 11 155927

12 145660 13 172107X010 17 144983X558

18 126938X 25 19131312 26 STD541437 28 156725X558 29 155217X599 30 164918X558 31 139976 37 17490508 38 169834

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD522507

58 162266

60 72140606

64 154798

74 73680600

142 165867 143 154966 144 154207

145 156524 206 1701K 207 17670508 208 17670608 212 165919

-- 5479J

Chassis Stamping Drawbar Screw 3/8-16x3/4 Bumper HcKxl/Dash Dash Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Panel, Dash, L.H. Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L Panel, Dash, R.H. Hood Assembly BumperHood Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge Nut Grille /Lens Asm Lens, Grille Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT W/CPH 558 Bracket, Fender Support Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear

Nut Lock w/insert 1/4-20 UNC Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. Bracket Grille Plckoff LH

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Bracket Grille Plckoff RH

Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75

Duct Intake Air

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

Dash Lower STLT

NutCrownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Plato Reinforcement STLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

RJod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x1/2 TYTT

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1/2

Insert Lens Reflective

Plug, Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 38

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

,'T'i i’ ■

.-1 }■■■

^ y%" * • * -

' '''Sh!* .i''' -ii ■ “

'- >''' iV I'

fr !l

Page 39

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

KEY PART

NO.

8 165866

STD561210

14 10040400

74490544

STD541431

STD541437

130564

169498

73350600

106888X

STD551037

STD561210

145204

71673

29 30 169592

74760512

34 155071

120183X

19211616

36 37 1572H

131494

74760644 Bolt

39 40 4470J 41 165838 42 19131312 47 127783

154407

123205X

STD523715 Bolt

STD541437

51 52 STD541431

10571OX

105709X

STD523712

56 57 140294

169691

59 61 17060612

62 8883R

140186

63 64

71170764

DESCRIPTION

Transaxle (See Breakdown)

Hydro Gr 314-0510 Rod Shift Fender Adjust Pin Cotter 1/8x1 CAD Washer Lock Hvy Helical Bolt Hex FIgHd 5/16-18 x Gr. 5

Nut Lock Hex W/lns. 5/16-18 Unc

Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 Rod, Brake Hydro

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc Spring, Brake Rod Washer

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 CAD. Rod, Parking Brake Cap, Parking Brake Bracket, Transaxle Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4

Shaft, Foot Pedal Bearing, Nylon

Washer

Pin, Roll Pulley, Idler, Flat

Spacer, Split Keeper, Belt Idler Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Bellcrank, Clutch

Retainer. Belt NutCrownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc Link, Clutch Spring, Return, Clutch

Bolt Hex 3/8-16x1-1/4

V-Belt

Keeper, Center Span Screw. 3/8-16x3/4 Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5

KEY PART NO. NO.

STD551143 Washer

154778

134683 Keeper Belt Engine

169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro

19132012

169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro

73 74 169496

121749X

STD581075 E-Ring

76 77 123583X

121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

78 81 165596

165711 Spring Torsion

19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

169594 LinkTransaxte

164890X428 Console. Shift

124346X Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

90 95 170201

4497H

72110610

116

165850

150

19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

151 156 166002

158 165589

165494 Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt

159

72140406

161

73680400

162

74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1

163

164 19091010 165 165623

166880

166

165492

168 169 165580

197 169613

169593

198

169612

199

72140508

200

72110612

202

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

Spacer, Split Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Key, Square

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered

Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires Retainer Spring 1' Zinc/Cad Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16x1.25 Bushing Bellcrank Grd Drive

Washer Srrted 5/16ID x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4

Gr. 5 NutCrownlock 1/4-20 Unc

Gr. 5

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5/16-18x5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X.561 Plate Fastening Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"ID

Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105” Hyd

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18UNC Bolt Rdhd Sgnk 5/16-18UNC x1

Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 X1-1/2 Gr.5

Page 40

STEERING ASSEMBLY

------

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

Page 41

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 2 3 169840 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 7 8 12000029 9

10 11 STD551137 Washer, Lock 13 136518 15 145212 17 156546 Shaft Assembly, Steering 18 57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033 19 160395

22 165857

23 165851 25 154406 Bracket, Steering 26 27 136874 28 19131416 29 30 STD561210 Pin 32 130465 Rod, Tie 36 155099 Bushing, Steering 37 152927 Screw 38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel 39 40 STD541537 41 100711L 42 145054x428 43 121749X

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

139768 Steering Wheel

154427

6266H

19272016

3366R

169832 Draglink

126847X

17060612

19133812

44 153720

121232X

46 47 6855M 51 STO541431 54 74780520 62

167902 Kit Steering Asm Service 63 STD523710 65 160367

154404

66 67 72140618

169827

79 19132012

74950612

80 82

169835

85 133835

Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL Spindle Assembly, LH.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip Bearing, Steering Column

Spacer Brg Axle Front Nut, Hexflange Lock

Support, Shaft Screw Hex Wshhd Torx Pittman Shaft Assembly

Bushing, Link, Drag Gear, Sector Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16x3/4

Washer 13/32x2-3/8x12 Gauge Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF Adaptor, Steering Wheel Boot, Steering Shaft Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease Nut Lock Hex w/lns. 5/16-18 UNC Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 Spacer Brace Axle Bisaring Arm Pittman Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 Unc x 2-1/4 Axle, Brace Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16x3/4 Bradiet Susp Chassis Front

Fastner Christmas Tree

NOTE: AH component dimensions given In U.S. inches

11nch = 25.4 mm

Page 42

ENGINE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

•10

Page 43

ENGINE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 169387 Control, Throttle 2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 3 Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs

149723 5 160589 Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 RH 6 159955 8 150176

10 162797 Shield Browing B&S Intek II 13 165391 Muffler Gasket 14 13280336 Nipple, Pipe 15 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90", 3/8-18 NPT

STD551237 Washer, Lock Ext tooth 3/8

17490624

17 23 169837 Shield, Brown! ng/Debris Guard 25 145996 Control Choke 26 73920600 29 137180 31 109202X Tank, Fuel 32

158990 123487X Clamp, Hose BIk

33 37 137040 Line, Fuel 7.5 38 40 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line 44 17670412

45 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 46 19091416 62

10040500

72 71070512 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4

73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

81 NOTE; All component dimensions given

in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Model 407777-0121-E3 Muffler, Asm. Twin Lo-Tone

Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 LH Bolt 5/16-18 UNCx 3/4

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

NutKeps 3/8-24 UN F

Arrester. Spark

Cap, Fuel

Plug, Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)

Screw Hex Wsh Thdeol 1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 16 Ga.

Washer Lock Hvy HIcI Spr 5/16

Page 44

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

KEY

PART

NO.

140123 Seat 13 121248X

140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat

71110616 Bolt 15

19131610

145006

6 STD541437

1241SIX 8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 24 19171912 9

19131614 10

155925 11

166369 Knob Seat NOTE: Ali component dimensions given in U.S. inci 12

121246X

DESCRIPTION

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 16 121250X Siaring Clip, Push-In Hinged Nut

Spring, Seat 22 STD541431 Nut Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge

Pan, Seat Emtjoss QCK Conn. Bracket, Switch Mounting

PART

NO.

14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20x1-1/2

134300 Spacer, Spilt .28 x .88

17 123976X

21 171852

25 127018X

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION Bushing, Snap

Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Washer 17/32x1-3/16x12

Ga. Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

Page 45

DECALS

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

~\J I

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

156811 Decal, Oper. Instr. 2 138047 Decal Battery 20 3 171696 Decal, Hood, R.H. 21 163205 4

171697 Decal, Hood, LH. 23 167049 5

174322 Decal Hood Replacement 6 133644 8 166887 9 163204

10 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 12

146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

13 167329

Decal, Customer Maintenance Decal, Deck EZ3 Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Dash Pnl

160396 149516

- -

138311

165800X426 Pad Footrest LHSTLT

- -

165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT

- -

169210

' *

174319 Owner's Manual, English

- -

174320

KEY PART

WHEELS & TIRES

NO. NO.

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire 2 65139 Stem, Valve 3 106222X Tire, Front 4 59904 Tube, Front Tire

106732X427 278H

9040H

106108X427

122082X

7152J

104757X

144334

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

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

Decal, V-Belt Schematic Decai, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Decal, Fender Auto Sears Decal, Engine Decal, Lift Handle

Decat By Pass LT Hydro Owner's Manual, Spanish

DESCRIPTION

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Rim, Front Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel

Only)

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only) Rim, Rear Tire, Rear Tube, Rear Tire (Not Provided, Service Item Only) Cap, Axle Sealant, Tire 10 02.

Page 46

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

PART

KEY NO.

NO.

159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471

2 3 105767X Pin, Groove 4

12000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

120183X

6 7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 8 122365X

11 139865 Link, Lift, L.H. 12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H. 13

STD624008

15 173288

16 73350800 17 130171 Trunnion 18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 UNC 19 139868

163552 Retainer Spring

140302

31 32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

DESCRIPTION

Shaft Assembly, Lift

Bearing, Nylon Button, Plunger, Red

Retainer Spring Link, Front

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

Arm, Suspension, Rear

Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 48

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

157 jy^

Page 49

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165892

2 STD533107

138017

Mower Deck Assembly, 42”

Bolt

racket Assembly,Sway Bar,

Front

165460

STD624008 Retainer Spring

130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296 Washer, Hardened

11 134149 12

129895 Bearing, Ball

13 137645

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42’ Deck

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 X 1.25 Gr, 8 Washer, Lock

Blade, Mulching Shaft Assembly, Mandrel,

vented (Includes Key

Number 12) 14 128774 15

110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 16 140329 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck

18 72140505 19 132827

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8

Bolt, Shoulder

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 21 STD541431 22

134753 Stiffener Bracket

23 131267

NutCrownlock 5/16-18 UNC Bracket, Deflector

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 26 110452X 27

130968X428 Shield, Deflector

19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

131491 Rod, Hinge 30 157722 31

129963 Washer, Spacer 32

153535 33 137266 34 S7D533717 35 133835

36 131494 37 STD551037

Nut, Push

Screw Thdrol Washer Head Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Toplock, Flanged Bolt Fastner, Christmas Tree Pulley, Idler, Flat Washer 13/32x13/16x16 Gauge 157

40 STD541437

44 140088

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 45 STD624003 Retainer 46

137729 133944

48 49 155066 50

131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 51 STD541410 52 139888 53 131845 54

133943 Washer, Hardened 65 155046 56

165723 Spacer, Retainer 59 141043 67 149846

Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8

Wa^er, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower Locknut

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

Arm, Idler Guard, TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

KEY PART

NO. NO.

68 144959 92 STD541437

101

136420 102 71161010 103 19061216

104 STD551110

105 160793

106

2029J Nut, Weld 111 155197 112 155198 113

17060512 114 STD541431 115 72110504

4898H

116 117

165746 118 73930600

STD551037

119 121

143723 Bracket

153390

128 129

19131312 130 STD523710

DESCRIPTION

V-Belt Nut

MulcherCover Screw Washer #10 Washer, Lock Latch Assembly, Bagger

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw 5/16-18x3/4

Nut,Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt. Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8x7/8x14 Gauge

WasherFelt

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

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

Gr. 5

131 STD533710 142

165890 143 157109 144 158634 145 165888

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1 Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42” Keeper Belt 42’ Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat 146 165891 Bolt Carriage Idler 147 131335 148 169022 149 165898

150

19091216 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

151 169670

152

169676 Cable Clutch 42 In 169674

153

154

169675

155 169671

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc Bracket Clutch Washer Flat 3/8" T^e B

Spring Retainer

Spring Retention Lever

156 169672 Spacer

169669 Rod Clutch

158

17720410

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

159 72140614 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1-

3/4

- -

130794

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Key Numbers 8-10,12-15,31

and 32)

■ -

169583 Mower Deck, Complete

(Standard Deck, Order Separately Mulcher Plate and Gauge Wheel Components, Key

Nos. 101-106 and 111-121)

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

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

KEY

PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

170351 2 170352 3 170353

170354 5

169898 6 170355 7

170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1,25 8 170357 9

170358 10 170359 Ring - Retaining 11

170360

169870 Ring-Retaining

13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276

14 169869 Balt Brg 17mm Id X 40mm Od X

16 170362 Hex Flange Head Screw 5/1617

170363 18 170364 Arm, Control 19 150771

170365

170366 Shaft. Motor

170367 Gear - Pinion, 13t

28 170368 10t/48t Gear 29 170369

170370 60t Bull Gear

31 170371

170389 SleeveBeari ng(Outboard) 33 142991 Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/2 Od X .13 34

170390 35 170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 {Key,

36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, 37 150792 MiterGear(Splined)

150793 39 150809 40

170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 41

170394 42

170395 43

170396 Spring, B^ass 44

150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 45 170397 Filter

170398 Base, Filter

170999 Actuator, Bypass

170400 49 170401 Arm, Bypass 50 170202 Retainirtg Ring .250 External

170403

52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.0 Od X .05

170405 Retaining Ring

53 54 170406

142977

55 5657142978

150798

58 170407 Brake Yoke

Main Housing, Assembly

Side Housing, Assembly Center Section, Assembly Swashplale, Trunion Machi n ed

Block - Assembly Sealant 10.5 Oz

Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End

Shaft, Input

Spacer

12mm

24X0.75

Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7

Bearing, 30x52x13Thi\ist Check Plug Assembly, Washer

Gear, 10t Jackshaft Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X

.625

■75x1.750x.625 Thk

Lip Seal Axle Seal

R.H.) LH.) Miter Gear I5t (0.5 Id)

Shaft Pin, Jackshaft

Magnet, Ring

Long

Rod, Bypass Actuator

Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 Tc Thk Bearing, Center Block

Spring - Helical Compression Washer 20w-500il

KEY PART NO. NO.

170408 Rotor, Brake

142883 142881

62 142887

170410

142892 65 170411 66

170412 67

170413 68 170414 69

170415

70 170416

170417

72 170418 73 142884 74

170419

170420

75 76 170421

77 170422 78 142969 Spring, Helical Comp

142980 Spacer

150778

170423

82 170424

161162

83 84 170425

170426

170427

86-.

170424

170429

170430 Puck, Inner Wedge

90 93 170431

107 170432 Deflector 108

170433

109 170434 Plug, Sae #6 111 170435 0-Ring .07 X .301 I.D. 112

170436 Shield. Vent 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion Tank 116 170438 Silicon Sponge 119 170439 Fan. 7 In. 120 170440 Pulley 121 170441

122 170442

170443

123 124 170444 Center Section- Filter-Bypass

170445

125 126 170446 Fan - Pulley Service Assembly 127 170447 Seal - 0-Ring Kit 128 173165 Kit, Expansion Tank 900 166768 T ransaxle Complete

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

1 inch =

25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Brake Puck Puck Plate Brake Actuating Pin Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 WPatch, Special Flange

Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch

Spacer

Spring, Brake Arm Bias Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed Arm, Brake Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 Compression Spring Brake Anti-

Drag

Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 1 O.D, X .032

Fiat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/8 O.D OH Seal .625XI.OX.25 Check Plug Assembly, .027, Washer

Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack

Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

Hex Lock Nut 5/16 24 Unf (Nylon

Insert)

Wedge, Friction Pack

Clip, Washer .316x1,50x, 1046

(Plated)

Pin, Standard Headless

Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

Hose. Expansion Tank Expansion Tank

Cap - Poppet Valve

Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2 Spring Clip - Housing Thrust Washer.Motor Shaft .71ld x 1.15od

x.OSOthk

Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Insert) Washer, Belleville Beit Keeper

Assembly

Filter Assembly

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. ^07777 TYPE NO. 0121-E3

929 t

,0 t"(?

Page 53

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 407777 TYPE NO. 0121-E3

JiJ

40^®

1 IW w

798

192

5,®

192

1100'

51A io oj

672

1123 ©

1124

9©

105 I 633 # 957 (

4977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

SIAiowo

142| 1128l[

I50l2l J<

137

150

O i

276®

672C^C?

1123© 1124 99

633@

552 552A e

742 ©

404

552Aa 691 @

212 )| TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR

* REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

142 n

1128J iS.

150^

J2lj130 95,

133 104“

9751

137’

1127*

276®

276

Page 54

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 407777 TYPE NO. 0121-E3

635

363

729

510 I ^

--------

783 ^

579

697

Page 55

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 407777 TYPE NO. 0121-E3

KEY PART NO. NO.

690231 499585

391086

690069

499587

5 5A

499595

690962

499601 690937

690960

690942

690945

690360

690946 691046

690947 690308

691053

222698

499588

499589

499590 499591

499604 499605 499606 499607

690975

499582

499583

690976

499596

499597

690963

690964

499566

690977

690978

693893

690948 90949

51 51A

690950

690951 690953

54 73

691055

691057

691056

690283

690718

499802

104

690984

105

690985

108

690986

117

690232 690989

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Assembly Bushing-Cylinder

★ Seal-Ofi

Sump-Engine Head-Cylinder No. 1

Head-Cylinder No. 2

-A¥Qasket-(jylinder Head

Breather Assembly

★ Gasket-Breather

Screw (Breather Assy.) Tube-Breather

■k Gasket-Crankcase Screw (Cylinder Head) Ptug-Oit Drain Crankshaft

★ Seal-Oil (PTO Side)

Screw (Engine Sump) Flywheel Key-Flywheel

Piston Assembly (Std.)

Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.)

Piston Assembly (.020 O.S.) Piston Assembly (.030 O.S.) Ring Set-Piston (Std.) Ring Set-Piston (.010 O.S.) Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S.) Ring Set-Piston (.030 O.S.) Lock-Piston Pin Pin-Piston Rod-Connectinq Screw (Connecting Rod) Valve-Exhaust Valve-Intake

Spring-Valve (Intake)

Spring-Valve (Exhaust)

Retainer-Valve Keeper-Valve Valve Tappet Cam Shaft Short Block

Manifold-Intake ★ •♦Gasket-Intake ★ •★ Gasket-Intake

Stud (Carburetor) Screw (Intake Manifold) Screen-Rotating Screw (Rotating Screen) Washer (Flywheel) Plug-Oil Screw (Throttle Valve)

Idle Speed Kit

• Pin-Float Hinge

• Valve-Float Needle

Valve-Choke

• Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

KEY PART NO. NO.

121

499811

122

690952

125

499804

130

690993

131

499805

133

499806

135

499803

137

690994

141

499807

142

499808

146

94388

150

690995

160

690996

163

691001

187

691050

187 A 691049 188 690960 192

690083

197

690960

209

691018

211

691019

212

691020 691021

213

691022

216 219

394348

220

690412

222

691023

227

691048

231

690718

240

691035

250

690957

252

690956

265

691024

267

695134

276

690997

278

690097

287

690960

304

691004 691005

305

691262

309

691263

310 311

497608

691059

332

333

691060 691061

334 337

691043

358

499889

363

691062

★ Included in Engine Gasket Set, Ref. No. 358

• Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Ref. No.

DESCRIPTION Carburetor Overhaul Kit

Spacer-Carburetor Carburetor Valve-Throttle Throttle Shaft Kit Float-Carburetor Fuel Transfer Tube

•♦Gasket-Float Bowl Choke Shaft Kit

• Nozzle-Carburetor Key-Timing

•♦ Gasket-Nozzle Retainer-Solenoid

★ ♦Gasket-Air Cleaner

Line-Fuel (Cut to Required Length)

Line-Fuel Screw (Control Bracket) Adjuster-Rocker Arm Screw (Back Plate) Spring-Governor Spring-Governed Idle

Link-Throttle Bracket-Choke Control Link-Choke Gear-Governor

Washer (Governor Lever)

Bracket-Control Control Lever-Governor Screw {(¿hoke Valve) Filter-Fuel Retainer-Breather Element-Breather Clamp-Casing Screw (Casing Clamp)

★ •♦Seating Washer

Washer (Gov. Control Lever) Screw (Dipstick Tube) Housing-Blower Screw (Blower Housing) Motor-Starter

Bolt-Starter Motor

Brush Set

Nut (Flywheel) Armature-Magneto Screw (Magneto Armature)

Spark Plug

Gasket Set

Flywheel Puller

121

♦ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref. No.

977

♦ Included in Valve Overhaul Kit, Ref. No.

1033

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 407777 TYPE NO. 0121-E3

KEY PART

NO. NO.

383 690966

385 690960 387 808656 404 690442 418 690999 445 499486 447 691003

447A 690960 462 691261 467 691008

474 691064

501 691185

505 691029

510 497606

513 692024

523 691036

524 691032 ★

525 691037

526 690960

544

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

552 690552

552A690553 562 690311 573 691009 579 691029 601 691038 615 690317 616 691045 628 690960 633 690998 635 66538 654 690958 668 691215 672 690234 691 690657 ★ 697 690372 703 691010 718 690959

726 499612 729 694123 741 690980 742 690328 750 691033 783 693058 788 691039 789 695050 797 693167

798 690967 801 691283 802 691286 803

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

842 691031 ★ 847 499602 851 691234 855 691011

865 691012

865A 691014

865B 691015 868 690968 ir* 871 690969 877 399916 883 690970 914 690960

DESCRIPTION

Wrench-Spark Plug

Screw (Fuel Pump) Pump-Fuel

Washer (Governor Crank)

Plate-Cover

Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge Screw (Air Guide Cover) Screw (Air Guide Cover) Washer (Starter Cable)

Knob-Air Cleaner

Alternator

Regulator

Nut (Gov. Control Lever)

Drive-Starter

Clutch-Drive

Dipstick Dipstick Tube Seal Dipstick Tube

Screw (Rraulator) Armature-Starter (Service with 691262 Starter Motor)

Bushing-Governor Crank

Bolt (Gov. Control Lever)

Plate-Back

Nut (Starter Cable)

Clamp-Hose

Retainer-Governor Shaft Crank-Governor Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket) Seal-Choke Shan Boot-Spark Plug Nut (Carburetor) Spacer Gasket-Carburetor Plate Governor Shaft Seal

Screw (Drive Cap) Clip

Pin-Locating

Gear-Ring

Wire Clip

Gear-Timing

E-Ring Retainer

Screw (Oil Pump Cover)

Gear-Pinion Fuel Pump Bracket Harness-Wiring Screw (Brush Retainer) Screw (Rocker Arm) Cap-Drive Cap-End

Housing (Service with

691262 Starter Motor)

Dipstick/Tube Seal

Dipstick/Tube Assembly Terminal-Sparkplug Adapter-Air

Cover-Air Guide

Seal-Valve

Bushing-Guide

Alternator ConnectorWire

Gasket-Exhaust

Screw (Rocker Cover)

KEY PART

NO. NO.

918 694000 Hose-Vacuum 929 691003 Screw (Choke Control

934 691058 Screw (Fan Retainer) 943 690589 ★ 0-Ring Seal (Oil Pump

947

499809 499613

965 967

273638

968

499788

975

499810

977

499812

987

691000

1005 691243 1006 691247 1013 690954 1017 690770 1019690103

1022 690971 1023 499599 1023A499600

1024 499054

1026690981 1026A690982 1027 492932 1029 690972 1033 499890 1035 691042 1036 695104 1051 691265 1058 274277 1090 691293 1100690973 1119691183 1123 690987

1124 690988 0-Ring Seal-Fuel Transfer 1126 690991 Screw (Fuel Transfer Tube

1127 690992 Screw (Float Bowl) 1128 690990 • Screw (Carburetor Nozzle) 1169 690990 Screw (Carburetor Cover

--------445777-0027-E2 Replacement Engine RPM Settings:

if Included in Engine Gasket Set, Ref. No.

358

• Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Ref.

No. 121

♦ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref. No.

977

4 Included in Valve Overhaul Kit, Ref. No,

1033

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inchest inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Bracket)

Cover) Solenoid-Fuel

Oil Pump Cover Filter-Pre-Cleaner Cover-Air Cleaner

Bowl-Float

Gasket Set-Carburetor Seal-Throttle Shaft

Fan-Flywheel Retainer-Fan Nipple-Oil Filter Oil Pump Screen Label KU

★ # Gasket-Rocker Cover

Cover-Rocker (Cyl. No. 1 j Cover-Rocker (Cyl. No. 2) Pump-Oil

Rod-Push (Steel) Rod-Push (Aluminum) Filter-Oil Rocker Arm

Valve Overhaul Kit

Shaft-Pump Emissions Label Ring-Retaining Owner’s Manual Retainer-Brush Rocker Arm Pivot Screw (Alternator)

•4 0-Ring Seal (Solenoid

Retainer) Tube

Plate)

Low Speed: 1900-2100 High Speed: 3000-3200

Page 57

SERVICE NOTES

Page 58

SERVICE NOTES

Page 59

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL

Si.Op^

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