Craftsman 917.270921 User Manual

Owner's Manual

CRAFTS[MAN+

19.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270921

• Safety

•Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules

and Instructionsbefore operat-

ingthis 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:wvjw.sears.com/craftsman

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

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

Product Specifications .......................... 5

Assembly .............................................. 7

Operation ............................................ 11

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAF[SMAN 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 con-

tained 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 th,
battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. 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.

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 whicf
may vary from state to state.

Maintenance ....................................... I e

Service and Adjustments .................... 22

Storage ............................................... 2_

Troubleshooting ................................. 3(:

Repair Parts ........................................ 34

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Covel

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

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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.

•Tum 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 loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All
slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on
it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. 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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• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.

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

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

• Use extra 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 regularl_

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, o
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 wil
the engine running.

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

which could expose moving parts or

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

manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing ther_
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 tum 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. Uneve

terrain could overturn the machine. Ta

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear s_

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

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

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, end then, turn slowly and gradua

ly downhill, if possible.

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_Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!H BECOMEAWARE!H YOUR
_FETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always
disconnect spark plug wire and place wire

_ere it cannot contact spark plug.

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

J_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

Y_Uwrtractor.

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

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE:
OILTYPE

'API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY:
SPARK PLUG:

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 dependabili-
ty and performance.

3.5 GALLONS
UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 30
(ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30
(BELOW 32°F)

3.0PINTS
CHAMPION

RJ19LM OR J19LM
INTAKE: .004"*.006'

EXHAUST: .007"-.009

• FORWARD: 5.5
REVERSE: 2.4

FRONT: 14 PSI
REAR: 10 PSI

3AMPS BATTERY
5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

AMP/HR: 30
MIN. CCA: 240
CASE SIZE:U1R

27-35 FT. LBS

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest authorized service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-
cians and the proper tools to service or
repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".
REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Sears Repair 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.

AWARNING: This tractor is equipped
with an intemal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-covered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

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

California Public Resoumas 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 (See REPAIR PARTS
section of this manual).

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Steering Wheel

0

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Steering
Wheel

Adapter

Steedng
Sleeve

Extension
Shaft

I teering

_(1) Washer Seat

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

(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

Video Cassette

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Slope Sheet

FN

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your

tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the
correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes 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).

• 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.

TOREMOVETRACTORFROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts boxes from shipping carton.

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

lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

Extension

Shaft _ j_ Adapter

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 Iocknut.

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.

Loc_5/16 Hex Bolt5/16

Lower Stsedng _ ',
Shaft "_t. _ _ _/_' Tabs

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

• Lift hood to raised position,

• if this battery is put into sewice 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).

-' .o-' ' Label

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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.

Seat

Seat Pen

NOTE: Youmay now roll ordrive you
tractor off the skid. Follow the appropria

instruction below to remove the tractor
from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (Se
Operation section for location and
function of controls)

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

• Release parking brake by depressin
clutch/brake pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheel

ing position to disengage transmissi,
(See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Oper_

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 locatio,

and function of controls)

_I_WARNING: Before startinq read,

understand and fo ow a ns'[ruct ons ,

the Operation section of this manual. B_
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 step=

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.

Shoulder

Bolt _,, ._._..

Flat

Adjustment Washer
Knob 8

• 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.

•Tum ignitionkey 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 %0 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.

_.CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold
shield when attaching mulcher plate anc

allow it to rest on plate while in opera-
tion.

Mulcher

Shield

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING
Simply remove mulcher plate and store

in a safe place. Your mower is now read_
for discharging or installatlen 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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e/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 REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:

4 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 property 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 YOUF
TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAA'I-fENTION TC

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 - the

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 9"0 START ENGINE" and

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the
Operation section of this manual).

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

Leam and understand their meaning.

BATrERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON

®

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

R N H L

A'I-rACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

LOCKED

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOWYOURTRACTOR
READTHISOWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING

YOURTRACTOR
Comparetheillustrationswithyourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwiththe locationsof

vadouscontrolsandadjustments.Savethismanualfor futurereference.

Switch

Attachment Ignition
Clutch Lever Switch

Ammeter ---..

""- "'" Lever

Choke Contro Plunger

Throttle

Clutch/
Brake Pedal

Free Wheel

Control

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

Institute.

g Brake Lever

Lift Lever

Height
Adjustment

Indicator

Moron

Control
Lever

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or
discharging (o) 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.

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 -Tums the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

Theoperationof any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into

the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

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 engin,_,

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

• Place parking brake lever in =EN-

GAGED" position and release pres-
sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in =BRAKE" position.
Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure. Attachment Clutch Lever

Choke
Control _.

nla_ed_ _ Motion

"DIse' gg _ Control
Position "Brake" Lever

=Engaged" Position

STOPPING Position

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever to =DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position.

To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

Move motion control lever to neutral
(N) position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever
does not retum 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".

•Tum ignition key to =OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

i

.... Position

/ Parking

Brake

=Disengaged"

"Engaged"

i Position

• 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 whet
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 THRO'I'FLE 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 stad

a warm 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 k

neutral (N) position.

• Release parking 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 thecutting 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 dudng 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
appropdate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/

8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and
tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

3/8-16

Locknut_

Gauge

Wheel

Mounting
Bracket

3/8

Gauge Wheel

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.

;houlder

Bolt

• Start mower blades by engaging
attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

A:kCAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher, or

mowers so equipped, or the deflector
shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Lever
=Engaged" Position

Lever High

Position

-Low
Position

Position

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_I_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 clutcWbrake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.
TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by
placing freewheel contrel 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.

ADDGASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline
will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do

not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-

ness.

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

help insure good cold weather starting.

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.
_, 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 clutch/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 tum 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 ddving 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 pedod.

• The attachments can be used dudng

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
A CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is
runnmg.

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

_osition and hold for five (5) seconds.

epeat this procedure three (3) times.

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

is being removed from hydraulic ddve
system.

• Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shut- off engine and set

parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in ddving 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 performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be
used for trimming.

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

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

tion of clippings and more uniform
cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

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

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

possible fire hazard from dried
clippings. Make first cut relatively

high; the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of
material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give
the mower cutting performance as well

as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain
and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

If

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 aftemoon. 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 pettem 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 DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVtCE ";ERVICE DATES

Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure _

Check Op_rmor Preser,x_ s_J

T Interlock Systems I_
R CheckforLooseFeatenem I1_ _7

Shamen/Repl,,ceMowerBlad_ _l_,4

Lubdcatlon Chert I_

RO Check Battery Level _ I

I Clean Battery and Terminals ' I_

Adjust Blade Estt(s) Tension Ks
Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _s

Check TreJ_saxleCooling , _

Check Engine Oit Lever II_ Ikdt

Change Engine Oil _! ll_

NE! Clean Air Rlter

Clean Air Screen

p

G ! Inspect Muffler/Spark Attester I_

i_ Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _.2
E Clean Engine Cooling Fins 1_2

Replace Spark Plug _

Replace Air Fil_r P=q_erCartridge I_=

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operatingunder a hea'_"loador in high ambient temperatures. 5 - ff equippedwithadjustable system.
2 - SeNine more often when Qpemtingindl_lyor dustycondition=, 6 - hbl requiredif equippedwith maintenance-freebattE

3. tt _:lulppnd w;_no_l_ter, _ge olt every 50 hours. 7 - Tightonfrom axle pivotboifto 35 fr,-'bo,maximum,
4 - Replace blades n'_re often whenmowing in sandy Soil, DOnotoveritghten,

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to Zerk

Zerk

operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty,
operator must maintain tractor as

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

Beadng Ze_

periodically to properly maintain your Zerk
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 end
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.

(t_leneral Purpose Grease
(_Refer to Maintenance =Engine" Section

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

afings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of
the seif-tubricatinQ bearings. If you feel

they must be lubncated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

• Check for loose fasteners. 18

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 70 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 fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your
local parts dealer. "13resealant also
prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
Be sure operator presence and interlock

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

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed
and attachement clutch control is in

the disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the
seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any
attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.
BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.
BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades,

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem-
bly, center hole in blade must align with

star on mandrel assembly.

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

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat
treated. Mandrel Assembly

Trailing Edge Up /

Blade Center

_£--Hex 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 sharpen while on the
mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a
cone balancer. (When using a cone
balancer, follow the instructions

supplied with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

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

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

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

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

balanced.

5/8" e

Center Hole "v<_t

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging
system which is sufficient for normal use.
However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend
its life.

Keep battery and terminals clean.

i Keep battery tight.

Keep small vent holes open.

19 ° Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

bolts

NOTE: The original equipment battery on
your tractor is maintenance free. Do not
attempt to open or remove caps or
covers. Adding or checking level of
electrolyte is not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to =leak _

power.

Remove terminal guard.
Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove
battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until 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.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.
TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-
sion while engine is running or while the
transmission 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 of high pressure

sprayer to clean coohng fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle 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 nearest 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.

SAE "_SCOTTY GRADES

TIEMPERATURERN<GEANT_CIpATEOI_1_ N

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting i
cold weather, these multi-viscosity oil,
will result in increased oil consumptic
when used above 32°1:. Check your

engine oil level more frequently to av,
possible engine damage from runnin_

low on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 25 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eigl

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill ¢
dipstick securely each time you check

the oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

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

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when war_

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be cart

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 sq

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick ca_
tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at =FULL" line on

dipstick.

Oil

Drain,,. _ Air S_reen

Plug _

OIL Fill Cap/_

Dipstsick--

CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirtand

chaff to prevent engine damage from

2O

overheating.Cleanwitha wire brushor
compressedair to remove dirt and

stubbom dried gum fibers.

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 ";!ns
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 property using a

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

every season. Service paper cartridge

every 100 hours of operation or every

season, whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

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

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

• Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

• Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s}.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate.

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

• Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts,

precleaner, cover and secure with
knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressu_zed air to clean or
dry cartridge.

Cover

Knob

Wing Ca_ndge

Foam Pre-

Air Screen

MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler

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

damage.

ge

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.

IN-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 properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

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CLEANING

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

of all foreign matter.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels

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

free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water ol

Water in engine can result in a short-
ened engine life.

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.

•Tum ignitionkey =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.

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 Spdng

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other tha
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 highe=
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.

Housing

Clutch S

Retainer

Spnngs

Large Bracket
Spring 22

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 114" 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.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to nround mower to ground

• 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 tums.

• 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.

=e__ Suspensi°n

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

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

Nut

Front Links

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"E"

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

Pullq

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-
able brake system which is mounted on

the side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

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

adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

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

rod.

• If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and tum 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 authodzed
service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

=A m

Jam Nut

Arm

Do not touch this nut, If further brake

adjustment is necessary contact your

nearest authorized service center/departn"
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Eng_
parking brake. For assistance, there i,,
belt installation guide decal on bottorr

side of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual.)

• Remove belt from stationary idler at

clutching idler.

• Pull 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,

Engine Pulley--

Clutchingldler/

Statior_W Idler

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iTpa?pmills_y°n__

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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 levei r 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 114 to

I/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

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/department.
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 m
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. _re sealant also
prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

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Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAIJREPLACE-

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.

Retaining Ring

Washer

Axle
Cover

Square Key-_
(Rear Wheel Only)

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TOSTARTENGINE WITHAWEAK
BATTERY

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 beth batteries.

=Positive" (+) "Negative" (-)

REPLACING BATTERY
A CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at
the same time. Before connecting batter

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected firs!
to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

• Lift hood to raised position,

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefu{ly

remove battery from tractor.

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

• Reinstall terminal guard.

• First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex
bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten
securely.

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

• Close terminal access doors.

• Close hood.

Hex Bob

(Red)

..... Cable

Terminal Negative (Black
Guard Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill

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

the backside of the grill.

• Close hood.
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause
your tractor to run poorly, stop running, o

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.

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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.

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and
systems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

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

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at

the factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable.

If adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

• Check that swivel is against side of

quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable
clamp screw and pull cable back until
swivel is against quarter circle.

Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

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:

• With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full
choke position.

• Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor
choke (see =AIR FILTER" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of
this manual).

• 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.

• Reassemble air cleaner.

Clamp Screw-_

_Swivel

Choke Closed

Casing
Claml:

Screw

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment
may be required to compensate for
differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need
adjustment, proceed as follows:
In general, turning the mixture screw in

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

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if
screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

• Be sure you have a clean air filter, and
the throttle control cable and choke

are adjusted properly (see above).

• With engine off turn idle mixture screw
in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and

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Choke

Lever

then turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4

to 1-1/2 turns.

FINAL S E'I-rlNG -

• Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion
control lever in neutral (N) position.

• With throttle control lever in slow

position, hold throttle lever against idle

speed screw and adjust idle speed
screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.

• While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture
screw in (clockwise) until engine

begins to die and then turn out
(counterclockwise) until engine runs

rough. Turn screw to a point midway
between those two positions.

• Continue to hold throttle lever against

idle speed screw and adjust idle

speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200

RPM. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST-

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

dies, turn idle mixture screw out
(counterclockwise) 118 turn. Repeat

test and continue to adjust, if neces-
sary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine govemor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest autho-

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

Idle Mixture

Screw

Throttle

Lever

Idle Speed_

Lever _ "_ _"

- ",IdleMixture

Screw

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

more.
w_tCAUTION: Never store the tractor

h ge.soline 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.

BATrERY

• 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 sudaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as .carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose, or tank dunng storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation
of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products 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.

ENGINEOIL

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 end will cause your
tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while
engine and exhaust areas are still

warrrl.

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TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

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 dirtyfuel

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

CORRECTION

• Fill fuel tank.

• See %'0 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 service

centeddepartment.

Englnewill not
turn over

Engine clicks but
will 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 grass/too
fast.

• Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

• Disengage attachment clutch.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition switch.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Set in "Higher Cut_ position/

reduce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.

3O

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

PROBLEM
Loss of power

(Contlnued)

CAUSE CORRECTION

• 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.

• Dirty engine air screen/fins.

• Dirty/clogged muffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of

adjustment.

• Engine valves out of
adjustment.

• 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.

• Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

• Clean engine air screen/

fins,

• Clean/replace muffler,

• Check all widng.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues
to run when

operator leaves
seat wlth

attachment
clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will
not rotate

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

• Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Mower deck not level.

• Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,
leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

• Worn/damaged mower
drive belt.

• Frozen idler pulley.

• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• 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.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley,

• Replace blade mandrel.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Poor grass
discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

CAUSE

• Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Wom, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn.

• Blades improperly installed.

• Improper blades used.

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

• Switch is =OFP.

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blown fuse.

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
housing.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

• Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

•Tum switch =ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connec

tions.

• Replace fuse.

Battery will not
charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"
when turning

engine

"OFF"

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

• Faulty altemator.

• Freewheel control in

=disengaged" position.

• Motion drive belt wom,

damaged, or broken.

• Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or
servicing.

• Engine throttle control not
set at "SLOW _

position for 30 seconds
stopping engine.

• Replace battery,

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace aitemator.

• Place freewheel control in
=engaged" position.

• Replace motion drive belt.

• Purge transmission.

• Move throttle control to

=SLOW" position and allow
to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

_)AMMETER

--(

IGNITION

SWITCH

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921

BATTERY

FUSE

L ....... J

CLUTCH/ BRAKE

(PEDALUP)

IGNITION SWTTCH

(OPTIONAL) _lV SPARK •

',..... -F_E_L_ U.IT _ 12PLUGSON

m.u_ "EWI_CYL ENGINES)

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE UGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS
SPEEDED UP, THE UGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

B_*CK IGNITION GAP

A •

HEADLIGHTs

--0--

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

O

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

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

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIR NG.

F,

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt,Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4
6 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt, BtrFront 1/4-20 x 7-1/2
11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front1/4
16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 166182 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)
22 4152J LightBulb

24 4799J Cable, Battery
25 146148 Cable, Battery

26 166180 Fuse
27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UriC

28 145491 Cable, Ground
29 121305X Switch, Seat

30 163968 Switch, Ignition
33 140403 Key, Molded
40 170217 Harness, Ignition

41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hsx 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2
42 131563 Cover,Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid
45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular6 Amp
52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop(Hour Meter)

55 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x1/2

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

31

28

58 12

74

36

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 169830

2 169061
3 17060612

5 155272

9 168337X013
10 STD533710
11 155927

12 145660

13 169117X010

17 144983X558
18 126938X
20 156437
23 12402BX
25 19131312
26 STD541437
28 166271X558
29 155217X599

30 164918X558
31 139976
37 17490508

38 169834

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD552507

58 140547

60 72140606

64 154798

74 S'rD541437

142 165867
143 154966

144 154207

145 156524
206 170165
207 17670508

208 17670608

-- 5479J

NOTE: Nt compo_,_dimensk>nsgiven_ U.S._chas

I Inch= 25.4mm

Chassis
Drawbar

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Bt,roperHood/Dash

Dash
Bolt,Cardage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, LH
ClipTlnnerman GrifleP/L

Panel, Dash, RH
HoodAssembly

Bumber Hood
Plate Mtg BatteryFuel Tank

Bushing,Snap, Nylon,Fuel Line
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Locknut, Hex, with insert 3/6-16 UNC
GdUe
Lens, Grille
Fender/Footrest

Bracket,Fender/Support
Screw, Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

Pivot Bracket Assembly,LH, Mower, Rear

Nut LockW/Insert 1/4 - 20 UNC

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga.
Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

Screw, Hex Wshd #8-18 x 7/8
Bracket Gdlfe PickoffRH

Bolt FinHex 1/4 -20 UNC X.75

Air Duct

BoltRdhd Sqnk3/6-16 UNC x 3/4
DashLower STLT
NutCrownlock3/8-16 UNC
Plate Reinforcement$TLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Footrest STLT

Rod PivotChassis/Hood
BoltShoulder 5/16-18TT
Screw Thdrot 5/16-18 x 1/2
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 112

Plug Button

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GROUND DRIVE

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

1 ...... Transaxle(See Braakdown) 65 STD551143

8 165866 RodShiftFer',derAd_ust 70 134683

10 S'1"D561210 PinCotter 1/8xlCAD 71 169183
14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 72 19132012

15 74490544 BoltHexFLGHDS/16-18GR.5 73 169182
16 ST_o41431 NutLockHexW/tns. 5/16-18Unc 74 169496

19 STD541437 NutLockHexW/Wsh3/8-16Unc 75 121749X

21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 76 STD581075
22 169498 Rod, BrakeHydm 77 123583X
24 73350600 Nut, HexJatm 3/8-16Unc 78 121748X

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 81 165596
26 STD551037 Washer 82 165711

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 83 19171216
26 145204 Rod, Park{rigBrake 84 169594

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 89 164890X428
30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 90 124346X

32 74760512 BoltHexHd 5/18-18Uncx3/4 95 170201
34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 96 4497H

35 120183X Bearing,Nylon 116 72110610
36 19211616 Washer 150 165850

37 1572H Pin, Roll 151 19133210
38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 156 166002

39 72110622 Bolt 158 165589
40 4470J Spacer, Split 159 165494

41 165838 Keeper, Belt Idler 161 72140406
42 19131312 Washer 13!32x13./16x12Ga. 16273680400

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 163 74780416
48 154407 BellcrankClutchGmdDwSTL 164 19091010

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 165 165623

50 STD523715 Bolt 166 166880
51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 168 165492
52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc 169 165580
53 105710X Link, Clutch 197 169613

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 198 169593
56 STD523712 BoltHex 3/8-16x1-1/4 199169612

57 140294 V-Belt, GroundDrive 20072140508
59 169691 Keeper,Center Span 202 72110612

61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x3/4
62 8883R Cover, Pedal

63 140186 Pulley,Engine
64 71170764 BoltHex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5

Hydro Gr314-0510 66 154778

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1inch= 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Washer
Keeper BeltEngine Hydro
Guide BettRH EP_:jino

StrapTorque Lh
Washer 13/32 x 1.1/4 x 12 Ga.

StrapTorque Rh

Spacer, Spl_t

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

E-Ring
Key, Square

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/6 x 16 GB.

Shaft Asm Cross
SpringTorsion

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

LinkTransaxle
Console,Shift

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc
ControlBypass

Retainer Spring1"Zinc/Ced
BoltCarT.3/8-16 x 1.25

BushingBetlcrankGrd Drive
Washe," 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer SrTted5/161D x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount
HubTappered Flange ShiftLt

BoltRdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr..=
NutCrownlockl/4-20 Unc

BoltHex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr. 5
Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga
Bracket Pivot Lever
Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt Shoulder5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Lt
NylinerSnap-In

Washer Nyliner

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18UNC
Bolt RDHDSQN K 5/16-18UNC x 1

Bolt Cart SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/2Gr.5

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 139768
2 154427
3 169840
4 169839
5 6266H

6 121748X
7 19272016
8 12000029

9 3366R
10 169832
11 STD551137

13 136518
15 145212

17 156546
18 57079

19 160395
22 165857
23 165851
25 1544O6
26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 73800500
54 74780520
62 167902
63 74780616
65 160367

66 1544O4
67 72110618

68 169827
79 19132012
80 74950612
82 169835
85 133835

DESCRIPTION

SteeringWheel
FrontAxle Assembly
Spindle Assembly,L.H.
SpindleAssembly, R.H.
F_eadng,Race, Thrust,Hardened

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge
Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Ring,Klip
Bearing,SteeringColumn
Link,Drag

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Bearing, FrontAxle
Nut, Hexflange Lock

Shaft Assembly, Steering
Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Support, Shaft
Screw hexWshhd Torx

Pittmen Shaft Assembly
Bracket, Steering

Bushing, Unk, Drag
Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Pin

Rod,Tie
Bushing,Steering

Screw"1-1"#10-32 x 5 x3/8 Flange
Insert, SteeringWheel
Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

LockNut Center3/8-24 UNF
Adaptor,StearingWheel

Boot,Steering Dash P/L MtlBIk
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
Extension Steering Non*Adjust
Cap, Spindle
Fitting,Grease
Nut LockHx W/Ins 5/16-18 UNC
BoltFin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 unc. x I Gr. 5
Spacer Brace Axle

BearingArm Pittman
Bolt Rhnd Sqnk3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Brace Axle
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga

BoltHex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4
Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Fastener Christmas Tree

NOTE: Ancomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 162152
2 17720410

3 .......

4 149723
5 144069
6 144068
7 138129

8 150176
10 145552
11 STD551125
12 STD522507
13 165287

14 13280336
15 13200300

16 STD551237

17 17490624
23 169837
25 145996
26 73920600
27 152927

29 137180

31 157103

32 161696

33 123487X

34 106082X

37 8543R

38 .......

39 10927.7X

45 17060612

81 128861

ControlThrot Paddle32 22

ScrewHex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T
Engine(See Breakdown)Bdggs ModelNo.461707-O145-E3

MufflerExhaust
Exhaust Asm. Left

Exhaust Asm. Right
ClampTube DoubleEngine

Bolt5/16 - 19 UNC X 3/4 W/Seres
Heat Shield Lt
Washer Lock H W. Helical 1/4

Bolt Fin Hax 1/4-20 x 3/4
Gasket Muffler

NipplePipe 4-1/2"
ElbowStd 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

ScrewThdrol 3/8-16x1-1/2 Tytt
ShieldBrowning/DebrisGuard

ControlChoke
Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

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

Tank Fuel350 Rear
Cap Fuel Guage STLT

ClampHoseBIk
Spacer Pad

LineFuel
PlugOil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)

Pad idler 1.75 x ,75 x .06
Screw 3/8-16 xSMGML

Nut, Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: Alloomponent dimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1inch= 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 140123
2 140551
3 71110616
4 19131610
5 145006
6 STD541437
7 124181X
6 17000616

9 19131614

10 155925

11 166369

12 121246X

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Seat 3450 Blk/olk Cra_sman
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

BoltFin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1
Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

Clip Push In Hinged
Nut Hex Lockw/Ins 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi
Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 SMGML

Washer 13/32 X 1X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat
Bracket Pnt MountingSwitch

KEY PART

13 12t248X

14 72050412
15 1343O0

16 121250X
17 123976X

21 171852
22 STD541431
24 19171912
25 127018X

NOTE: Al!componentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25A mm

Bushing Snap BIk Nyt 50 td
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

Spacer Split28 X 96 Zinc
Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt
Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lockw/Ins 5/16-18

Washer 17132X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.
BoltShoulder5/16-18 X 62

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156439
2 163205

3 171696
4 171697
5 165392
6 133644

7 171809

9 163204

11 156811

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KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal FenderDanger Sears 13 146046
Decal Fend Auto SearsGoid 14 163259

Decal Hood RhCraftsman 15 160396
Decal Hood LhCraftsman 19 138047

Decal EngineH/P 20 166887
Decal MaintCustomer 22 149516

SeamDom - - 169210
Decal ReplacementSrs - - 13831t

DecalFenderCraftsrn_nGold - - 165800X428

Decal FenderSTLTHOpar - - 165799X428

Inst E/S - - 173481

. - 173482

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DESCRIPTION

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E
Decal Dash Panel

Decal Mower Ddve Schematic
Decal, Battenj Diehard Sears

Decal Deck Mower EZ3
Decal Battery

Decal By Pass Lt Hydro
Decal LiftHandle

Pad FootrestLhSTLT
Pad FootrestRhSTLT

Manual,Ovmer's (Engl|sh)
Manual,Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2

65139 Stem, Valve

3

106222X Tire, Front

4

59904 Tube, FrontTire

4,10

7

5

106732X427 Rim,Front

6

278H Fitting,GreaSe (FrontWheat O_

7

90401-1 Beadng,Flange (Front Wheal D

8

1t

1061(_8X42"/ Rim,Rear

9

122082)( Tire,Rear

10

7152J Tube, RearTire

11

104757X Cap, Axle

..

144334 Sealant, Tim (10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inche

1Inch= 25A turn

(Not Provided, Service ftem O_

(Not Provided, Service ItemOn1

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LIFTASSEMBLY

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift
3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 ERing

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1x21 Ga.

6 120183X BeadngNylong
7 125631X GripHandle Fluted

8 122365X ButtonPlungerRead

11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H.
12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H.

13 STD624008 RetainerSpdng
15 167253 Link Front

16 73350800 NutJam Hex 1/2.13 Unc
17 130171 Trunnion BIkZinc
18 73800800 Nut Lockw/Wsh 1/2-13Unc

19 139868 ArmSuspensionMower
20 163552 RetainerSpdng
31 140302 Beadng, Pvt. Lift. Spherical

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock3/8-24

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWERDECK

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MOWER DECK

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

1 165892 MowerHousing 59 141043
2 STD533107 Bolt 67 149846
3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 68 144959

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 101 136420
5 STD624008 RetainerSpring 102 71161010

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 103 19061216
8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x t.25 Gr. 8 104 STD551110
9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 105 160793

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 106 2029J
11 134149 Blade, Mulching 111 155197
12 129895 Bearing, Ball 112 155198
13 137645 ShaftAssembly, Mandrel, Vented 113 t 7060512

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel,Vented 115 72110504
15 110485X Beadng, BalI,Mandral 116 4896H
16 140329 Stripper,Vented Mower Deck 117 165746
18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x5/8 118 73930600
19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 119 19121414

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 121 143723
21 STD541431 Nut,Crownlock5/16-18UNC 128 153390

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 129 19131312
23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 130 STD523710
24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 131 STD533710
25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 142 165890
26 110452X Nut, Push 143 157109
27 130968X428 Shield,Deflector 144 158634
28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 145 165888
29 131491 Rod,Hinge 146 165891
30 157722 ScrewThdroIRollingWshHd 147 131335
31 129963 Washer, Spacer 148 169022
32 153535 Pulley,Mandrel 149 165896
33 137266 Nut,Toplock, Ranged 150 19091216
34 STD533717 Bolt 151 169670
35 133835 Fastner,ChristmasTree 162 169676

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Fiat 153 169674
37 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 154169675
40 STD541437 Nut,Crownlock3/8-16UNC 155 169671
44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH. 156 169672
45 STD624003 Retainer 157 169669
46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 158 17720410
48 133944 Washer, Hardened 159 S'rD533717

49 155066 RollerAssembly,CamFoUower -- 130794

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grede 5
51 STD541410 Locknut - - 169583

52 139888 Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer, Hardenod
55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

Front 92 STD841437

(Incl. Key Number6) 114 73510500

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S.inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Guard, Tuv Idler (94)
KnobCustom Oval
V-BOlt

Locknut,Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC

Cover Mulching42" Black

ScrewTruss Hd Phil10-24 x5/8

Washer#10
Washer Lock

LatchAsm Bagger
NutWeld

Bracket Gauge, Wheel LH
Bracket,Gauge, Wheel RH

Screw 5116-18 x 3/4
Nut,Hex Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Cardage 5/16 UNC x 1/2
Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut,Crownlock 3/8-16

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 1(I Ga.

Bracket

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

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

ArmSpringBrake Mower
Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt42" ClutchCable
PulleyIdler Flat
Bolt Carraige Idler
SpringExtension
SpringReturn Idler
Retainer SpringYellowZlnc

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

Bracket Clutch

CalVe Clutch42"
Washer flat 3/8" Type B

SpringRetainer
SpdngRetentionLever
Spacer

ROdClutch
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x5/8

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Unc x 1-3/4
MandrelAssembly (IncludesKey

Numbers8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)
Mower Deck, Complete (Std deck

-order separatelymulcher plate
componentskey nos. 101-106)

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

I_EYP/_fl" I_-YPART

NO. NO. DESCRIFIX)N NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170351 Main Housing,Assembly 59 170408

2 170352 SideHouaing, Assembly 60 142883
3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 61 142881

4 170354 Swashplate,TrunionMaohined 62 142887
5 169898 Block - Assembly 63 170410

6 170355 Sealant 10.50z
7 170356 HexFlangeScrawl/4-20Xl.25 64 142892

8 170357 Stud, 5/16.24 Hex Double End 65 170411

9 170358 Shaft, Input 66 170412
10 170359 Ring-Retaining 67 170413
11 170360 Spacer 68 170414
12 169870 Ring-Retaining 69 170415
13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 70 170416
14 169869 Ball Bn:j 17ramId X 40ram Od X 71 170417

16 170362 Hex FlangeHead Screw 5/16, 72 170418
17 170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 73 142884

18 170364 Arm,Contrel
19 150771 Bearing, 30x52x13Thrust 74 170419

23 170365 Check Plug Assembly,Washer 75 170420
24 170366 Shaft, Motor

27 170367 Gear- Pinion, 13t 76 170421

28 170368 10V48tGear 77 170422

29 170369 Gear, 10tJackshaft 78 142969
30 170370 60t BullGear 79 142980

31 170371 Sleeve Beadng .75 X 1.575 X 80 150778

32 170389 SteevsBeadng(Outboard) 81 170423
33 142991 Washer, 314IdX 1-1/20d X .13

34 170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal 84 170425

35 170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, 85 170426

36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, 87 170424

37 150792 MitarGear(Splined) 90 170430

38 150793 MitarGear 15( (0.5 Id) 93 170431
39 150809 Shaft 107 170432

40 170393 Ring,SpiralRetalning 108 170433
41 170394 Pin, Jackshaft

42 170395 Magnet, Ring 109 170434
43 170396 Spdng, Bypass 111 170435

44 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 112 170436

45 170397 Fdtar 116 170438

46 170398 Base, Filter 119 1704,39

47 170999 Actuator, Bypass 120 170440
48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 121 170441

49 170401 Arm, Bypass
50 170202 Retaining Ring .250 Extemal 122 170442
51 170403 Seal, Up .741 X .250 X .250 Tc 123 170443

52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.00d X 124170444

53 170405 RetatningRing 125 170445
54 170406 Beadng, CenterBlock 126 170446
55 142977 Spdng-HelicalComprassion 127 170447

56 142978 Washer 900 166768
57 150798 20w-50 Oil

58 170407 Brake Yoke

12mm

24X0.75

.625

.76x1.750x.625 82 170424

Thk 83 161162

R.H.) 86 170427

LH.) 88 170429

Long 113 170437

.05 Thk

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. incl

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Rotor,Brake
Brake Puck

Puck Plate
Brake ActuatingPin

Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 W/
Patch,SpecialFlange

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

Spring,Brake Arm Bias
Sq. Hd. Bolt5/16-24-Ribbed

Am_,Brake

Slotted Hex Nut 5116-24
Cotter Pin 3i32 X 3/4

Compression SpringBrake Anti-

Drag
Washer, Ht .6 I.D. X 10.D. X
.032
Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/8
O.D

Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

Check Plug Assembly, .027,
Washer

Stud, 5116-24 FrictionPack

Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975
Spring, Helical Comp

Spacer
Hex Lock Nut 5/16,24Unjf(Nylon

Insert)
Wedge, Friction Pack
Clip, Washer .316xl.50x.1046

(Plated)

Pin,Standard Headless

Fitting,5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube
Hose, ExpansionTank

ExpansionTank

Cap - Poppet Valve
Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

Puck, inner Wedge

SpringClip - HousingThrust
Deflector

Washer, MotorShaft

.71idx1.15odx.030thk

Plug, Sae #6
O-Ring .07 X .301 I.D.
Shield, Vent
Bracket. SupportExpansion Ta

SiliconSponge

Fan, 7 In.

Pulley
Hex LockNut 1/2-20 (Nylon

Insert)

Washer, Belleville

BeltKeeper

Center Section-Filter-Bypass
Assembly

FilterAssembly
Fan - Pulley Service Assembly

Seal -O-Ring Kit

TransaxleComplete

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BRIGGS & STRATTONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3

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

1 498583 CylinderAssembly 97 693485

2 399265 Bushing/Seal Kit 98 807923
3 391086 "/r Seal-Oil 102 693509

4 493304 Sump-Engine 104 693506

5 691162 Head-Cylinder#1 105 692078

5A 691163 Head-Cylinder#2 107 693482

7 271867 ,k• Gasket-Cylinder Head #1 108 693505

7A 271868 ,it• Gasket-Cylinder Head #2 109 693498

8 495754 BreatherAssembly 117 693538
9 27803 -k• Gasket-Breather 121 491539

10 690334 Screw (Breather Assembly) 122 281411

10A 690366 Scraw (Breather Cover) 125 693479

11 280225 Tuhe-Braather 130 693504

12 273390 -k Gasket-Crankcase 133 693512

271188 _ Gasket-Crankcase 147 6935(_
271189 _ Gasket-Crankcase 163 271411

13 94565 Screw (Cylinder Head) 187 499167
15 94239 Plug-OilDrain 197 690364

16 690666 Crankshaft 202 690570
19 399264 Bushing 203 280997

20 291675 _r Seal-Oil 205 690322
23 491180 Flywheel 209 691273

24 222698 Key-Flyv/neel 211 261563
25 499180 PistonAssembly (Standard) 212 693985

499181 PistonAssembly (.010"O,S.) 215 690481
499182 PistonAssembly (,020"O.S,) 219 394348

499183 PistonAssembly (,030"O.S,) 220 690412

26 499184 Ring Set, Piston(Standard)

499284 RingSet, Piston (.01O"O.S.) 222 491282
499186 Ring Set, Piston (.020"O.S.) 227 491297

499187 Ring Set, Piston (.030"O.S.) 235 224995

27 691299 Lock-PistonPin 240 394358
28 498319 Pin Assembly, Piston (Std.) 244 230318

28 498320 Pin Assembly-Piston 258 94930
29 498314 Rod.Connecting(Standard) 278 691366

29 498541 Rod-Connecting(,020 U,S.) 297 94289
32 691133 Screw (ConnectingRod) 304 691390
33 390420 Valve-Exhaust (Include(s): 305 69G960

34 691302 Valve-Intake
35 65906 Spring-Valve(Intake)
36 26828 Spring-Valve(Exhaust)

40 221596 Retainer-Valve (Exhaust)
41 292260 Retainer-Valve (Exhaust) "k

42 494553 Keeper-Valve •
45 261368 Tappet-Valve •

46 691161 Camshaft
47 393415 Slinger-Oil +

48 498542 Short Block

50 213290 Manifold-Intake
51 271412 -_• Gasket-Intake

51A 270884 -/r• Gasket-intake

53 6g0321 Screw(Carburetor)
54 93208 Screw (Intake Manifold)
73 691438 Scraen-Rotating
75 225137 Washer(Flywheel)
78 691134 Screw(FlywheelFan)
91 693483 BodyAssembly-Upper

95 690718 Screw (ThrottleValve)

(Cylinder #1) 693500

(.015" Thick, Std.) 146 94196
(,005" Thick) 161 691401
(.009" Thick) 177 271170

(.005" O.S.) 267 690316

494553 Keaper-Valve 306 6904141

(Ref. No.42)) 306A 690435

RPM Settings: LowSpeed: 1900-2100

Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358."
Included inCarburetor Kit, Ref Number 121.
Included inValue Overhaul Kit,
Ref Number 1095.

Includedin Fuel Pump Kit,Ref Number 861

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven inU.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Shaft-Throftle
Kit-Idle Speed

• Gasket-Carburetor Body

• Pin-FloatHinge

• Valve.Float Needle

BodyAssembly-Lower
Valve-Choke

Shaft-Choke
Jet-Main

Jet-Main (High Altitude)
Carburetor Kit

Spacer
Carburetor

Valve-Throttle

Flcat-Carbumtor

Key-T=ming
Jet-Pilot

Base-AirCleaner

_r Gasket-AirCleaner

Seal-O-Ring
Une-Fuel (Cut toLength)

Screw (Back Plate)
Link-MechanicalGovernor

Crank-Bell

Screw(Bell Crank)
Spitng-Govemor
Spring-Governor

Link-Throttle

Guile-Air

Gear-Governor

Washer-Thrust

(Governor Gear)
Bracket-Control

Lever-Governor

Shield-FuelSpray
Rlter-Fuel

Connector-Hose(Pulse Line)

Screw (EngineSump)
Screw (CasingClamp)

Washer (Govemor Lever)

Nut-Wing(AirFilterRetainer)
Housing-Blower
Screw (BlowerHousing)
Shield-Cylinder
Shieil-Cylinder

High Speed:3000-320

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707,TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3

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

307 94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167 Nut(Starter Terminal)

309 497596 Motor-Starter 801 394860 Cap-Drive
310 690323 Bolt(Starter Motor) 802 497607 Cap-End

311 497608 Brush Set 803 691427 Housing-Starter
332 230674 Nut (Flywheel) 807 693511 Spacer

333 394891 Armature-Magneto 822 693497 Washer-Seal (ThrottleShaft)
334 94731 Screw (MagnetoArmaturo) 847 495715 Dipstick/TubeAssembly
337 802592 Plug-Spark 851 493880 Terminal-Cable
358 495868 Gasket Set 859 693488 O_- Diaphragm-FuelPump

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 861 693502 Kit-FuelPump
386 693490 0+ Gasket-Pump 865 691196 Cover-AirGuide
391 693487 Bedy-Pump 865A 691197 Cover-AirGuide

392 693491 O1-Spring-PumpDiaphragm 868 497656 Seal-Valve

404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank) 868A 273312 Seal-Valve
423 691100 Screw (AirCleaner Base) 869 261463 Seat-Valve (Intake)

425 94823 Screw (AirCleaner Cover) 870 262924 Seat-Valve (Exhaust)
432 693492 O+ Cap-Spring 871 261961 Bushing-Guide(Exhaust)
433 693489 O+ Diaphragm-FuelPump 231218 Bushing-Guide(Intake)
434 693493 Cover-Diaphragm 877 393456 Wire-Alternator
435 693494 Screw (DiaphragmCover) 881 495901 Plate-Cover
441 691176 Bracket-OilFill 918 393815 Hoss-Vacuum
445 394019 Filter-Air (Cylinder.To-ImpulsePump)

447 690297 Screw (AirGuide Cover) (Cut to Length)
449 94882 Screw(Oil Fill Bracket) 934 94627 Screw (Fan Retainer)

474 393474 Alternator 955 693513 Plug-Carburetor
482 93621 Screw(Alternator) 968 691207 Cover-AirCleaner

510 497606 Drive-Starter 971 690720 Screw
513 398003 Clutch-Drive (Upper BedyToLowerBedy)

523 691385 Dipstick 1005 498157 Fan-Flywheel
525 690823 Tube-OilFlU 1006 691247 Retainer-Fan

527 690423 Clamp-Tube 1019 496726 LabelKit
535 272490 Filter-Air 1036 694979 LabelKit-Emission

544 497603 Armature-Starter 1051 263080 Ring-Retaining
552 690553 Bushing(Governor Crank) 1058 273688 Owr',efs Manual

552A 690552 Bushing(GovemorCrank) 1081 280860 _r Seal-O-Ring
562 690311 Bolt-Carriage 1090 497605 Retainer-Brush

569 272645 _r Gasket-Base 1125 691104 Screw (Cover Plata)
572 690415 Cover-Breather(Cylinder#2) 1132 690353 Screw (OilSlinger)

573 690764 Plate-Back 1136 690329 Screw

592 92278 Nut (GovernorLever) (Governor,ControlRed)
601 g5162 Clamp-Hose 1137 690390 Washer
615 690328 Retainer (GovernorCrank) (Governor,ControlRed)

615A 690317 • Retainer-GovemorShaft 1138 6903,30 Nut(Governor, ControlRod)
616 491530 Crank-Governor ---- 445777-0027-E1 ReplacementEngine

634 690657 ._ SeaI-Govemor Shaft
634A 271013 Washer-Foam RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100
635 66538 Boot-SparkPlug HighSpeed: 3000-320

637 693510 Washer-Seal
643 496700 Retainer-AirFilter .k Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358,

689 690555 Spdng-Fdction • Included inCarburetor Kit, Ref Number121.

697 93585 Screw (DriveCap) • Included inValue Overhaul Kit,
725 280866 Shield-Heat Ref Number 1095.

726 391362 Gear-Ring + Included in Fuel Pump Kit,Ref Number 861
741 691285 Gear-Timing

783 693059 Gear-Starter NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven In U.S.
789 695050 W]dngHarness inches1 inch= 25.4 rom

797 94010 Nut (StarterTerminal)

(GovernorLever) 1095 498047 Gasket Set-Valve Overhaul

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