Craftsman 917.271130 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

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16.5 HP
ELECTRIC START

42” MOWER
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LAWN TRACT0R

Model No.

917.271130

Safety
Assembly

Operation

Maintenance
Repair Parts

CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call;

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179

Visit our Craftsman website:

www.sears.conVcraftsman

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty

Safety Rules................

Product Specifications.

Assembly

Operation

Maintenance Schedule .....16

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Storage
Troubleshooting

Repair Parts
Pails Ordering

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WARRANTY

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

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's
manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in
material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your
Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty
service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

product is in the United States.
This Warranty does not cover:

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

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting

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

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,
electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the
proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable
debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner’s manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami
nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its
purchase date.

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

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines
the battery will not hold a charge. Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War

ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to
your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip
charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.
To locate the nearest sears service center or to schedule in-home warranty service,
simply contact sears at 1-800-4-my-home
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights

which may vary from state to state.

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

SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT; This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Failure to observe
the following safety instructions couid
result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

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

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

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked
up and thrown by the blade.

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

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute
ly necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone.

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

• Slow down before turning.

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

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.

• Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a
large percentage of riding mower­related injuries. These operators should
evaluate their ability to operate the

riding mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious
injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

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

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot
back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on
it, do not mow It.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

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

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you wilt 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.

SAFETY RULES

• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.

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

• Never allow children to operate the
machine.

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

SERVICE

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

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.

Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine running.
Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.

Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

Do not mow in reverse unless abso
lutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while bacidng.

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

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

responsible adult.

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

Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),
not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide (Ostades.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you wilt not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.

If machine stops while going uphill,
disengage blades, shift into reverse
and back down slowly.

Do not turn on slopes unless neces

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

SAFETY RULES

^Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR
SAFETY !S 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
where it cannot contact spark plug.
ÁCAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE
CAPACITY
AND TYPE:

OILTYPE
(APi-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY:
SPARK PLUG:

(GAP: .030“)
GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1ST 12

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

CHARGING
SYSTEM:

BATTERY:

BLADE BOLT

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase
of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been
designed, engineered and manufactured
to give you the best possible depend
ability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact
your nearest authorized service center.

1.25 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

SAE10W30 (ABOVE
32°F)
SAE 5W-30
(BELOW 32°F)

W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS
W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS

CHAMPION RC12YC

1.5

3«'^ 2.4
4^» 3.5
5™ 4.8
6™ 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

REAR: 10 PSI

1 SAMPS @ 3600 RPM
AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240
CASE SIZE: U1R

27-35 FT. LBS.

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

your tractor.
^WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

We have competent, well-trained
technicians 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.

 WARNING: This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush­covered 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 opera
tor.

In the state of California the above is

required by taw (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A
spark arrester for the muffler is available
through your nearest authorized sen/ice
center/department (See REPAIR PARTS
section of this manual).

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those carts left
unassernbled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation o?your
tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the

5ou iegiiT ® necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before

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

drive ratchet
(1) Tire pressure 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 steenna

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and
lay panels flat.

• Remove mower and packing materi

als.

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

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

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

Tighten securely.

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

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

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

• Remove steerng 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.

• 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.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

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

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

bel located between terminals) charge
battery for minimum of one hour at 6

10 amps. (See “BATTERY” in MAINTE

NANCE section of this manual for

charging structions.)

Seat Pan

Battery Box­Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT
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

clutchA)rake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor from

the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

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

position.

• Release parking brake by depressing
ciutch^rake pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
position.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge
guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location and
function of controls)

^WARNING: Before starting, read,
understand and follow all instructions in
the Operation section of this manual. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear
of other people and objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank
with gasoline.

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

parking brake.

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

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

• Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

“BRAKE" position and hold. Move
gearshift lever to 1st gear.

• Slowly release clutcfi^rake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to “OFF position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

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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 and

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

Mulcher

Deflector

Plate

Shield

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store
in a safe place. Your mower is now ready

for discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.
NOTE: It is not necessary to change
blades. The mulcher blades are de

signed for discharging and bagging also.

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 №is 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 Senrice and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify that the
belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

^CHECKLIST

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

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND
SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:

✓ All assembly instructions have been

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

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).
✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.
✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

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

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

best cutting results. (Tires must be

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

they are routed properly around

pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

/ Check wring. See that all connections

are stilt secure and wires are properly

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR
TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO
THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

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

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

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

✓ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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OPERATION

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

Q

BATTERY

©

ENGINE ON

i

FUEL

A

CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE OFF

l\l

CHOKE

REVERSE

OIL PRESSURE

MOWER HEIGHT

a;

FORWARD

a|

LIGHTS ON

©

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

Â* R N H L ®II

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

CLUTCH ENGAGED

FAST SLOW

©I

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

UNLOCKED

LOW

IL

Í

li

MOWER LIFT

PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HA2!ARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatk; Models only)

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KNOWYOUR-mACTOR

YOUR TRAcSon^”^ MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of

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

Our tractors conforrn to the safety standards of the American

_______________National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

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

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

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

starting the engine.
GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting

and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to
release attachment lift lever when

changing its position.
LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used
for starting and controlling engine speed
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used

to adjust the mower cutting height.

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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into
the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any
adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask
over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. When engine
is running, any attempt by the operator to
leave the seat without first setting the
parking brake will shut off the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
“BRAKE” position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in “EN
GAGED" position and release pres
sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal
should remain in “BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure, attachment Clutch Lever

“Engaged” Position

“Disengaged”
Position

Throttle

Control

Clutch/
Brake PedalfX'

“Disengagetf Height Lever

Position Adjustment Knob

-ut ' Gearshift

Parking
Brake
"Engaged”
Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach
ment dutch lever to “DISENGAGED"
position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/
brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)
position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to
“backfire”.

• Turn ignition key to “OFP position and
remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition
switch in any position other than "OFF"
will cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).
NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when
stopping tractor on grass areas.

A CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

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

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

• Full throttle offers the best bagging
and mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal
depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Move gearshift lever to desired
position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete
stop before shifting or changing gears.
Failure to do so will shorten the useful
life of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT

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

• Turn taiob clockwise (/^) to raise
cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (1^) to

lower cutting height.
The cutting height range is approxi
mately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2*. The heights are
measured from ttie ground to the blade
tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

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depending upon soil conditions, height
of grass and t^es of grass being
mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-\f2. inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches
during hot months. For healthier and
better looking lawns, mow often and
after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass
over 6 inches in height should be
mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted
when they are slightly off the ground
when mower is at the desired cutting
height in operating position. Gauge
wheels then keep the deck in proper
position to help prevent scalping in most
terrain conditions.

• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a
flat level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT in the Operation section of

this manual).

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

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

Gauge
Wheel

Mounting
Bracket

3/8-16

Locknut

3/8 Washer

Gauge Wheel

Shoulder Bolt

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. Any attempt by
the operator to leave the seat with the
engine running and the attachment clutch
engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging
attachment clutch control.

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

A CAUTION: Do not operate the

mower without either the entire grass

catcher, on mowers so equipped, or
the deflector shield in place.

Attachment
Clutch Lever
“Engaged” ''7^3
Position

“Disengaged

Position

Attachemnt
Lift Lever High

Position

Low
Position

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

A CAUTION: Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15“ and do

not drive across any slope.

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

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle
control lever to slower position.

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

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

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

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

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

NOTE: To protect hood from damage
when transporting your tractor on a truck
or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
secured to tractor. Use an appropriate
means of tying hood to tractor (rope,
cord, etc.).

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Deflector
Shield

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 ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

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

• Check engine oil with tractor on level
ground.

• Unthread and remove oil fill cap/
dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the
dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill
cap on the tube. Do not thread the
cap onto the tube. Remove and read
oil level. If necessary, add oil until
“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you
should change oil for easier starling

(See “OIL VISCOSITY CHARF in the
Customer Responsibilities section of

this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the
Maintenance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

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

not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase
fuel in quantities that can be used
within 30 days to assure fuel fresh

ness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in
temperatures below 32“F(0‘’C), use
fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to
help insure good cold weather starting.

A

WARNING: Experience indicates that

^ohol 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 carbure
tor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. See Storage Instructions for
additional information. Never use

engine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage may

occur.

A CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

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

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set
parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Move attachment clutch to “DISEN
GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.

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

• Insert key into ignition and turn key
clockwise to “START position and
release key as soon as engine starts.
Do not run starter continuously for
more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start after
several attempts, move throttle control
to fast position, wait a few minutes and
try again. If engine still does not start,

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

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50“ F and
above)

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

• The attachments and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not
accept the load, restart the engine and
allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

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COLD WEATHER STARTING (50“ F and

below)

• When engine starts, ediow engine to run
with the throttle control in the choke
position until the engine runs roughly,
then move throttle control to fast position.
This may require an engine warm-up

period from several seconds to several
minutes, depending on the temperature.

• The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: If at a high attitude (above 3000
feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)
the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be
adjusted for best engine performance. See
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the
Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the
mower housing is attached to tractor.

• Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance. See TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the
Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

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

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

the cut area to the right of the 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
dippings. Make first cut relatively
high; the second to the desired height.

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

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

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

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by
selecting a low enough gear to give
the mower cutting performance as well
as the quality of cut desired.

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

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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 fail
onto the lawn they will disperse into
the grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn.
Always mulch with your highest
engine (blade) speed as this will
provide the best recutting action of the
blades.

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

interferes with the mulching action.
The best time to mow your lawn is the
early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower
cutting height so that the mower cuts

off only the top one-third of the grass
blades. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut on each pass
and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass
conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a
second cut, mow across or peipen­dicular to the first cut path.

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

Max 1/3”

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE

Check Biake Operation
Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and
Interlock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners
Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades
Lubrication Chart
Check Battery Level
Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxie Coding
Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension
Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil
Gean Air Filter
Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spatk Anester
Replace Oil Finer (If equipped)

Gean Engine Cooling Rns

Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Fitter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty,
operator must maintain tractor as
instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your

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

season.

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

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

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

©SAE 30 or lOwSO MOTOR OIL
©GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
©REFER TO Maintenance “ENGINE’ SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot

oints which have special nylon bearings.

iscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt

e

that will shorten the life of the self-tubricat-

ing bearings. If you feel they must be
lubricated, use only a dry, i^wdered
graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

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

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual).

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

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

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire
sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also
prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock
systems are working properly. If your
tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

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

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to ieave 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 ieave the
seat should shut off the engine.

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

BLADE CARE

For best resuits 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 biade.

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

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

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

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing Edge Up Assembly

' Blade

Flat Washerv

Lock Washer

<S^—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 paraliei 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.

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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.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Rechargeât 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

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

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to “teak”

power.

• Open battery box door.

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

• Rinse the battery with plain water and
dry.

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

• Coat terminals with grease or petro

leum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace
if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

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 VISCOSITY SHADES

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20* 30* 40*

Change the oil after every 50 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 50 hours in one
year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/
dipstick securely each time you check the
oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

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

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

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

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

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
checking level. Insert dipstick into the
tube and rest the oil fill cap on the
tube. Do not thread the cap onto the
tube when taking reading. Keep oil
at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten cap
onto the tube securely when finished.

Cover Knob

Air Cleaner

Cover

Foam
Pre
Cleaner

Oil Drain
Plug

Wing Nut

Rubber
Grommet

Air Cieaner

Paper Cartridge

Air Cleaner

Base

Oil Fil Cap/
Dipstick

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

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

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CLEAN AIR INTAKeCOOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and o№er
external surfaces of the engine are kept
clean at all times.
Every 100 hours of operation (more often
under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),
remove the blower housing and other
cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins
and external surfaces as necessary.
Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.
NOTE: Operating the engine with a
blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged
cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due
to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

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

or every season. Service paper car

tridge every 100 hours of operation or

every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

• Remove knob and cover.

• Remove wing nut and air cleaner from
base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it to dry.

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

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will

damage the cartridge.

• Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

• Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut,

cover and tighten knob securely.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

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

• Drain oil from engine crankcase (See
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL’ in this
section of this manual, through step

remove drain plug).

• Remove oil filter and wipe off filter

adapter.

• Apply a thin coating of new engine oil
to the rubber gasket on replacement

oil filter.

• Install replacement oil filter on filter

adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until
rubber gasket contacts the filter
adapter, then tighten filter an addi
tional 1/2 turn.

• Fill crankcase with new oil (See TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in this section
of this manual). For approximate
capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICA
TIONS” section of this manual.

• Start the engine and check for oil

leaks. Correct any leaks before placing
engine into full operation.

Oil Filter

MUFFLER

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

SPARKPLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

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

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure
tor, replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections.

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

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

• Immediately wipe up any spilled
gasoline.

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Clamp

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter.

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automo
tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the
electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in a short

ened engine life.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in “DiSEN
GAGED” position.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• 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.

Small Reteiiner Spring

Clutch Spring

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

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

• Raise attachment lift lever to its
highest position.

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

• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

• Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

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Square Hole
Engine Pulley

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway Bar

Collar

Housing

Guide

Large
Retainer
Spring

Front Link

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked
on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See “PROD

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

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,
measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance “A” on
both sides of mower should be the
same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

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

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust
ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to

ground \ ri\r^

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lU/Pl /ground

Before making any necessary adjust
ments, check that both front links are
equal in length. Both links should be
aF^roximately 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 “P
against trunnion on both front links.
To raise front of mower, loosen nut “P
from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut “E" on both front links an
equal number of turns.
When distance “D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

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

Recheck side-rto-side adjustment.

Suspension Arm

LjftUnk

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.

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE
DRIVE BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

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

BELT REMOVAL-

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

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of
removal.

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

• Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.

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

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

With Parking Brake “Engaged"

Mandrel

Pulley

Mandrel
Pulley

Idler Pulleys

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in
highest gear, then brake must be

adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

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

• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen

jam nut and turn nut “A” until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut “A".

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

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

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

• Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle
pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

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

engine pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above
procedure.

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TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when
the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock
gate) position. The adjustment is preset
at the factory: however, if adjustment is
needed, proceed as follows:

• Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the
right rear wheel.

• Position the gear shift lever in the
neutral (N) position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever

Neutral Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight fonward, 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 in
rear wheel hub and axle. Insert
square key.

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

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

Washer

Retaining

Axle
Cover

Square Key
(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

A CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flame and smoking materials away from
batteries. Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.
If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged. (See
"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual).
If “jumper cables” are used for emer
gency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.
The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

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

• Connect each end of the RED cable to
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each
battery, taking care not to short against
chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and
then from the fully charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

23

Positive Terminal

Negative Terminal

Chassi

Cables

Charged
Battery

Positive Terminal

Negative Terminal

REPLACtNG 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 battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.

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

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

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

• First connect RED battery cable to
positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and
nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative {-) terminal with remaining
hex bolt and nut. Tighten securely.

• Close battery box door.

Positive (Red) Cable

Negative (Black)
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, or
prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring
diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type

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

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

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

tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

Seat Pan

Battery
Door
Box

Headlight Wire
Connector

24

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.

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE

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

necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable.

If adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from slow to choke
position. Slowly move lever from
choke to fast position.

• Check to see if hole in throttle lever
and hole in speed control bracket are

aligned.

• If holes are not aligned, loosen cable
clamp screw and align the holes by

inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit

through both holes.

• Pull throttle cable up to remove slack
and tighten cable clamp screw.
Remove alignment pencil or drill bit.

Cable
Clamp

Screw

Speed Control
Bracket

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 adjusting needles
In (clockwise) decreases the supply of
fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air
mixture. Turning the adjusting needles
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
needle is turned in too tight.

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle
fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,
which allows some adjustment within

the limits allowed by the cap. Do not

attempt to remove the limiter cap. The
limiter cap cannot be removed without

breaking the adjusting needle.

• Be sure you have a clean air filter and
the throttle control cable is adjusted
properly (see e^ove).

• Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes. Make adjustments with
engine running and shift/motion
control lever in neutral (N) position.

• Idle speed setting - With throttle
control lever in slow position, engine

should idle at 1750 RPM. If engine

idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed

adjusting screw in or out until correct
idle is attained.

Throtte
Lever

25

• Idle fuel needle setting • With thmtttA
control lever in slow position, turn idle
fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise)

until engine begins to die and then
turn out (counterclockwise) until
engine runs rough. Turn needle to a
point midway between those two

positions.

• Recheck idle speed. Readjust if
necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST-

• Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates or
dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle
out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.

Repeat test and continue to adjust, if
necessary, until engine accelerates
smoothly.

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

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest autho
rized service center/department, which
has proper equipment and experience to
make any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

26

STORAGE

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

^ CAUTION: Never store the tractor
with gasoline in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an
open flame or spark. Allow the engine to
cool before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,
remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store
in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING”
in the Maintenance section of this
manual).

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

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

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

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

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage,

battery may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage during long periods of

storage, battery cables should be
disconnected and battery cleaned
thoroughly (see “TO CLEAN BATTERY
AND TERMINALS” in the Maintenance
section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon

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

• If battery is removed from tractor for

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

ENGINE

FUELSYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fui
filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.
Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels 9called gasohol or using

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

• Drain the fuel tank.

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

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

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix
ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

• Turn ignition key to “START” position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from
dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows conden
sation to form and will cause your
tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still
warm.

27

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

CAUSE

* Out of fuel.

• Engine not “CHOKED”
properly.

• Engine flooded.

• Bad spark plug.

• Dirty air filter.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Water in fuel.

* Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of
adjustment.

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment,

• Engine valves out of
adjustment.

CORRECTION

• Fill fuel tank.

• See “TO START ENGINE"
in Operation section.

• Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with
fresh gasoline and replace
fuel filter.

• Check all wiring.

• See “To Adjust Carburetor”

in Service Adjustments
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 center/department.

Engine will not

turn over

• 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).

28

* 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.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Engine clicks but

will not start

CAUSE

Weak or dead battery.

Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Faulty solenoid or starter.

CORRECTION

Recharge or replace battery.
Clean balteiy terminals.
Check all wiring.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Loss of power

• Cutting too much grass/too
fast.

• Throttle in “CHOKE”

position.

• Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirty oil.

• Faulty spark plug.

• 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.

Set in “Higher Cut” position/

reduce speed.

Adjust throttle control.
Clean underside of mower

housing.
Clean/replace air filter.
Check oil level/change oil.
Clean and regap or change
spark plug.

Replace fuel fitter.
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 wiring.
See “To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service Adjustments section.
Contact an authorized

service center/department.

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run
when operator
leaves seat
with attachment
clutch engaged

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

OQ

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 autho
rized service center/
department.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Poor cut - uneven

CAUSE

• Worn, bent or loose blade,

• Mower deck not level.

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

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Clogged mower deck vent

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

CORRECTION

• Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower
housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

Mower blades will
not rotate

Poor grass
discharge

• Obstruction in clutch
mechanism.

• Wom/damaged mower
drive belt.

• Frozen idler pulley.

• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn.

• Blades improperly installed.

• Improper blades used.

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

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in
“FAST position.

• Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before
mowing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air
pressure.

• Replace/sharpen blade.
Tighten blade boll.

• 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.

Headllght(s) not
working
(if so equipped)

Battery will not
charge

Engine “backfires"
when turning
engine “OFF”

• Switch is “OFP.

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blown fuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator
(if so equipped).

• Faultv alternator.

• Engine throttle control not
set at “SLOW” position
for 30 seconds before
stopping engine.

30

• Turn switch *HDN”.

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connections

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Reolace alternator.

• Move throttle control to
“SLOW" position and allow
to idle for 30 seconds before
stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^71130

(GNmON SWITCH

posmoN

OFF

RUWLIGHT

RUN

START

CIRCUIT
M+Q+A1

B+A1
B+A1

B t S « A1

■iiAKe'

none

A2«L
NONE
NONE

RELAY

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

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

31

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

32

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

KEY

NO.

1
2
8

16
21
22

24
25
26
27
28
29
30
33
40
41
42
43

45
52
70
81

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S. inches

PART
NO.

163465

74760412

156417
161343

166182
4152J
4799J

146147

166100
73510400

4207J

160784
163968
140403
170219

71110408

131563
145673
122822X
141940
170250
109748X

1 inch = 25,4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Battery
Bolt, Hex 1/4-20x3/4
Case Battery
Switch Interlock
Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)

Light Bulb
Cable, Battery
Cable, Battery

Fuse

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Cable, Ground
Switch, Seat
Switch, Ignition
Key, Molded
Harness, Ignition

Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2
Cover, Terminal
Solenoid
Ammeter
Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter)
Harness Engine
Relay Asm

33

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

34

CHASSIS AND

KEY

NO.
1

2
3
5
9
10
11
12
13
17
18

25
26

29
30
31
37
38
51

52
53
54
55

57
58
60
64
74
114
115
142
143
144
145

206
207
208
211
212

- -

NOTE;

PART
NO.

169830
169061
17060612
155272

168337X013
STD533710
155927
145660
172108
144983X558
126938X
19131312
STD541437
156725X558
155217X599
164918X558
139976

17490508
169834

73800400
19091416
145201
161464
145202
STD552507
150127

72140606

154798

STD541437

158112
17060620
165867
154966
154207
156524
170165
17670508
17670608
145212
165919

5479J

All component dimensions given in U.S, inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Chassis
Dia^jar

Screw 3/8-16x3/4

8umperHood/Dash
Dash

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

Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L

Panel, Dash, RH

Hood Assembly
Bumber Hood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge
Locknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC
Grille
Lens, Grille
Fencter/Footrest
Bracket, Fender/Support
Screw, Thdroi. 5/16-18x1/2 TYT
Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower, Rear
Nut Lock W^nsert 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 Grille Pickoff RH
Bolt FinHex 1/4 -20 UNC X.75
Air Duct
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4
Dash LowerSTLT
NutCrownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Keeper Belt
Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/4
Plate Reinforcement STLT
Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18TT
Screw Thdroi 5/16-18 x 1/2
Screw Thdroi 3/8-16 x 1/2
Nut Flange Hex
Insert Lens
Plug Button

35

GROUND DRtVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

’''h L y -i'-'

.51

'' ''

'i:'

36

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

KEY
NO.

1

2
3
4

5
6
8

10

11

13

14

16

18

19
21
22
24
25
26

27
28
29
30
32
34
35
36
37
38

39
40
41
42
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
55

56
57
59
61
62
63
64

PART
NO.

146682
123666X
12000028
121520X
17060512

165866
STD561210
105701X
74550412
10040400
STD541431

STD523710
STD541437

106933X
130804
STD541237
106888X
STD551037

STD561210 Rn
145204
71673
169592
STD523107
155071
120183X
STD551062
STD571810
131494
STD533727

4470J

165838
19131312
127783

154407
123205X
STD523715
STD541437
STD541431
105710X
105709X
S7D523712
130801
169691
17060612

8883R

140186

71170764

Spring, Clutch Return
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
V-Belt, Ground Drive
Keeper, Bett, Center Span
Screw 3/8-16x3/4
Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Engine
Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5

DESCRIPTION

T ransaxle (See Breakdown)
Peerless 206-545C
Spring. Return, Brake
Pulley, Transaxle
Ring, Retainer
Strap, Torque
Screw 5/16-18x3/4
Rod Shifter Fender STLT

Pin. Cotter
Washer. Shift Plate
Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr. 8
Washer Lock Hvy Helical
Nut Lock Hx W/lns
5/16-18 X Gr.5
Bolt Fin Hex
3/8-16UNC x 1 Gr. 5

Nut
Knob
Rod, Brake
Nut
Spring, Brake Rod

Washer
Rod, Parking Brake

Cap, Parking Brake
Bracket, Transeixle
Bolt
Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal

Bearing, Nylon
Washer
Roll Pin
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Bolt
Spacer, Spilt .395 x .59
Keeper, Belt, Idler
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga.
Pulley, Idler. V-Groove, Plastic
Beilcrank Clutch GriKl Dtv StI
Retainer, Belt
Bolt

Nut Crovwi Lock 3/8-16 UNC
Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC
Link, Clutch

KEY
NO.

65
66

70
72
74
75
76
77
78

79
80
81

82
83
84
85
89
90
96

112

113
116

145
150
151
156
158
159
161

162

163
164

165
166
168
169
170
197
198

202
204

NOTE:

PART
NO.

STD551143
154778

134683
19132012
137057

121749X
STD581075
123583X
121748X
STD580025
145090
165592

165711
19171216
166231
150360
158391X428
124346X
STD624003
19091210
127285X

72110610
74490540

165850
19133210
166002
165589
165494

72140406
73680400

74780416
19091010

165623
166880
165492
165580
165849
169613
169593

72110612

17060516

All componen

1 Inch = 25.4

DESCRIPTION

Washer
Keeper, Belt, Engine. Fool

Proof

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

E-Ring

Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/1865
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga
Key Woodruff
Arm, Shift
Shaft Asm Cross Tapered
650 20

Spring, Torsion
Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Link Transaxle
Nut, Nylock
Console, Shift, STLT
Nut, Seif-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4
Retainer Spring 1*
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.
Strap Torque 90 Degrees
Bolt Rdhd Sqneck
3/8-16 x 1.25
Boit, Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr, 5
Bushing Beilcrank Grd. Drive
Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
Washer Srrted 5/16ID x 1.125
Bracket Shift Mount
Hub Tapered Range Shift Lt
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4

Gr.5
NutCrownlock 1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin
1/4-20Unc X 1 Gr 5
Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga
Bracket Pivot (.ever
Screw 5/16-18 X 5/8
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
Plate Fastening Lt
Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear

Nytiner Snap-in
WasherNytiner
Bolt Carr. SH
3/8-16 X 1-1/2 Gr. 5
Screw5/16-18x1 SMGML

37

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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38

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO.

1
2 154427
3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.M.

A 169839

5 6266H
6
7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1 -1/4 x 16 Gauge
8
9

10
11 STD551137 Washer, Lock
13 136518
15 145212
17 156546
18 57079
19
22 165857 Screw hex Wshhd Tonr
23 165851
25 154406
26 126847X
27 136874 Gear, Sector

28 19131416
29 17060612
30
32 130465 Rod, Tie
36 155099 Bushing, Steering
37 152927 Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange
38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel

39
40 STD541537
41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46

47 6855M Fitting, Grease

51 73800500 Nut Lock Hx W/lns 5/16-18 UNC
54 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4
62 167902 Kit, Steering Assembly, Service
63
65
66
67
68

79
80
82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front
85

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

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^71130

NO.

139768

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

12000029 Ring, Klip

3366R

169832 Link, Drag

160395 Support, Shaft

STD561210 Pin

19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/6 x 12 Gauge

121232X

74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc. x 1 Gr. 5

160367 Spacer Brace Axle
154404 Bearing Arm Pittman
72140618

169827
19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga

74950612 Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4

133835 Fastener Christmas Tree

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Steering Wheel

Front Axle Assembly
Spindle Assembly, R.H.

Bering, Race, Thmst, Hardened

Bearing, Steering Column

Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle
Nut, Hexfiange Lock
Shaft Assembly, Steering
Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Pittman Shaft Assembly
Bracket, Steering
Bushing, Link, Drag

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge
Screw 3/8-16 X 3/4

Lock Nut Center 3/8-24 UNF
Adaptor, Steering Wheel
Boot, Steering Dash P/L Mtl BIk
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
Extension Steering Non-Adjust
Cap, Spindle

Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 Unc x 2-1/4
Brace Axle

39

ENGINE

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40

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

KEY
NO.

1 162152

2 17720410

3
4 159420

13 12-041-03

14 13280328
15

16
23
29
31

32 158990

33

37 137040 Line Fuel

38

40

44 17490412

45 17000612

46 19091416

62 S7D551131

PART
NO.

13200300
STD551231 Washer
169837
137180
109202X Tank, Fuel

123487X Clamp Hose BIk

124028X Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line

77 19101216
79 M74O1O0O25 Bolt, Hex
80 74760508
81
101

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

73510400 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

M73030800 Nut Flange MB-1.25

1 inch s 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Control Throt 1 Ch
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T
Engine (Sob Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV16s-43520

Muffler

Gasket

Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPTx 3-1/2
Elbow, Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Shield, BRN/DBR Guard
Arrestor, Spark

Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank, Vented

Plug Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)
Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 3/4

Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3^-16 x 3/4
Washer, 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Guage
Washer, Lock
Washer 5/16x3/4x16 Guage

Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc X 1/2

41

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^71130

KEY PART NO. NO.

1

2

3
4

5

6

7

8

9

10
11

140123
140551
71110616
19131610
145006
STD541437

124181X
17000616
19131614
155925
166369

DESCRIPTION

Seat 3450 BIk/bIk Craftsman
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (btk )
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1
Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga
Clip Push In Hinged
Nut Hex Lock w/lns 3/8-16
Line
Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi
Screw 3/8-16 X 1.5 SMGML
Washer 13/32 XI X 14 Ga
Pan Pnt Seat (bik )
Knob Seat

KEY PART NO. NO.

12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch
13 121248X Bushing Snap Bik Nyl 50 Id
14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2
15 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc
16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt
17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

21 171852 BoltShoutder5/16-18Unc-2A

22 STD541431 Nut Hex Lock w/lns 5/16-18
24 19171912 Washer 17/32X1-3/16X12

25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18X62

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Ga.

42

DECALS

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KEY

PART

NO. NO.

1
2
3
4

5

6

7

9

11

156439
163207
171698
171699
168920
133644

171764
163204
156368

WHEELS & TIRES

DESCRIPTION

Decal Fender Danger Sears

Decat Fend Auto Sears Gold
Decal Hood Rh Craftsman
Decal Hood Lh Craftsman
Decat Engine H/P
Decal Maint Customer
Sears Dorn
Decat Replacement Srs
Decal Fender Craftsman Gold
Decal Fender STLTHOper

Inst E/S

KEY PART
NO. NO.

13
14
15
19
20
22 149516

. -

- -

- -

- - 172212

- -

146046
163263
160396

138047
166887

138311
165800X428 Pad Footrest Lh STLT
165799X428

172213

DESCRIPTION

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E
Decal Dash Panel

Decat Mower Drive Schematic
Decal, Battery Diehard Sears
Decal Deck Mower EZ3
Decal Battery
Decal Lift Handle

Pad Footrest Rh STLT

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

KEY PART NO. NO.

59192
65139

106222X
59904

106732X427

278H

9040H

8

9

10

11

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

106108X427
122082X

7152J

104757X
144334

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Valve Cap, Tire

Stem, Valve
Tire, Front
Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item

Only)

Rim, Front
Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel
Only)
Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel
Only)
Rim, Rear
Tire, Rear
Tube. BearTire

(Not Provided, Service Item
Only)
Cap, Axle
Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

43

LIFT ASSEMBLY

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44

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1
2 159471
3 105767X
4
5
6 1201B3X Bearing Nylon
7
8 122365X Button Plunger Red

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

159460

12000002 ERIng
19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 x21 Qa.

125631X

11

139865 Link Lift L.H.

12

139866 Unk Uft R.H.

13

STD624008 Retainer Spring
15 173288
16

73350800
17 130171
18 73800800
19 139868
20 163552 Retainer Spring
23 110807X
24

19131016
25 2876H
26 169484
27

126971X
28 73350600
29 138057
30 150233
31 140302
32

73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24
49 145212
50 110452X

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.
Shaft Asm, Lift
Pin Grcxjve

Grip Handle Fluted

Link Front
Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc
Trunnion
Locknut, Hex, with Washer insert 1/2-13 Unc
Arm Suspension Rear

Nut, Special

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Spring
Retains rClip
Rod, Adjust Lift
Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC
Knob, Infinite Height Adjustment

Tmnnlon, Inf. Height

Bearing, Pvt. Lift. Spherical
Nut, Hex Flange Lock

Nut, Push Phos. &-Oil

45

MOWER DECK

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46

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

MOWER DECK

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

1 165892 Mower Housing 92 STD541437
2
3

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42” 95 132273
5 STD624008
6
8
9

10 140296
11 134149 Blade, Mulching 106 2029J Nut Weld
12 129895 Bearing, Ball 111 155197 Bracket Gauge, Wheel LH
13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel,

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 114 73510500 NuLHexKeps 5/16-18 UNC
15
16 140329
18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
19
20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 119 19121414 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
21 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 121 143723 Bracket
22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 128 153390 Washer Felt
23
24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 130 STD523710
25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector Gr.5
26 110452X Nut, Push 131 STD533710 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 1
27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 142 165890 Arm Spring Brake Mower
28
29 131491 Rod, Hinge 144 158634 Keeper Belt 42” Clutch Cable
30 157722 Screw Thd rot Rolling Wsh Hd 145 165888 Pulley Idler Flat
31 129963
32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel

33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 148 169022
34 STD533717 Bolt 149 165898 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc
35 133835
36
37 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 152 169676

40 S7D541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 154 169675
44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H, 155
45 STD624003 Retainer 156 169672
46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 157 169669
48

STD533107
138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway 93

130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 102 71161010
850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 X 1.25 Gr. 8 103 19061216
STD551137 Washer, Lock 104

110485X Beating, Ball, Mandrel 115 72110504 Bolt, Carnage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

132827 Bolt, Shoulder 118 73930600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16

131267 Bracket, Deflector 129 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

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

131494

49 155066 Roller/^embly. Cam Follower 159
50 131340
51 STD541410 Locknut
52
53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54
55
56 165723
59 141043
67 149846 Knob Custom Oval
68 144959 V-Belt
90 74760616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1
91

133944 Washer, Hardened 158 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

139888
133943

155046 Arm, Idler

132274 Bracket /Vsm Noseroller LH

Bolt UNC
Bar, Front 94 132264

Retainer Spring

Washer, Hardened

Vented (tncl. Key Number 6) 113

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck

Washer, Spacer

Fastner, Christmas Tree
Pulley, Idler, Flat 151

Ga. 153

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 3/4
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Key Numbers 8-10,12-15,31
Washer, Hardened
Spacer, Retainer

Guard, Tuv Idler

101 136420

105 160793

112 155198

116 4898H
117

143

146
147 131335 Spring Extension

150

• -

- -

NOTE:

19171416

STD551110

17060512 Screw 5/16-18x3/4

165746 Wheel, Gauge

157109 Bracket Arm Idler 42’

165891 BoltCarraige Idler

19091216 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
169670

169674 Washer flat 3/8” Type B
169671 Spring Retention Lever

STDS33717

130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes

169583 Mower Deck, Complete (Std

: All component dimensions given In U.S.inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Locknut, Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16
Washer 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Roller Nose
Bracket Asm Noseroller RH
Cover Mulching 42” Black

Screw Truss Hd Phil 10-24 x5/8
Washer «10
Washer Lock

Latch Asm Bagger

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH

Bolt, Shoulder

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

Spring Return Idler

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42”

Spring Retainer
S^cer

Rod Clutch
Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Uncx 1-

and 32)
deck - order separately

mulcher plate components key

nos. 101-106)

47

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^71130

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

C5ir

vSI

,30

.157

,S2

48

TRACTOR ■ - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

REF PART
NO. NO.

1
2
3 770128
4
5 776409
6 778364
6A 778369
7
8 792180
8A
9

10

11

12 778309

13 778368

14

15

17

18 786102

20

21
22
25 792073A
25A
26

27
28
29 780072
29A
29B
29C
30
31

31A
32
34
35
35A
36
37
38
39
40

772147
780086A

776395

778330
792047

784352
784378
778334

778368
778370

786188
792077A

792078
792079

792177
792125
792035
788040

780160
780051
780199
780108
780001

780195
788083
780194
780193
780197
790075
790007
799021
786026
792076A

DESCRIPTION

Transaxle Cover
Needle Bearing 5/8’
Transaxle Case
Countershaft
Output Shaft
Spur Gear (36 teeth)
Spur Gear (15 teeth)
Spur Gear (11 teeth)
Shift Key
Woodruff Key #9
Shift Collar

Shift Rod & Fork

Bevel Gear (30 teeth)

Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth)
Bevel Gear (13 teeth)
(Include. 14)
Bevel Pinion (13 teeth)
(Include. 13]

Ring Gear (43 teeth)

Drive Pin

Spacer 1.1 SOX.695

Ball 5/16' dia
Set Screw 3/8-16x3/8’
Spring .310ODX.625L
Screw 1/4-20x1-1/4’
Screw 1/4-20 X1 -3/8”
Retaining Ring (pkg of 2)
Retaining Ring
Retaining Ring

Thrust Washer .627 ID x.031 W
Thrust Washer .762 ID x,031 W
Thrust Washer .762 ID x.031 W
Anti-Rotation Washer .632
Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W

Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W

(Use As Needed)

Flat Washer .750 ID x .062W

Oil Seal Sffi*
Bushing .563

Flanged Bushing 5 / 8” ID
Flanged Bushing .751

Brake Disk
Brake Pad Plate
Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

Dowel Pin

Flat Washer .312 ID x .059W

REF
NO.

41A
42
42A
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52

53

54

56
57 778337

58

59
60
61
65
66
67
69
70
71
71B
76 780090
77
79 792144
82

83
85 792154
87

150

157

180 730229A
900 794712

NOTE; Allcomoo

PART
NO.

790079
792073A
792085A
792075
790025
786066
786086
774690
774691
778356
778338
778354
778352
778350
778346
778355

778353
778351
778349
778345

780189

776422
776396
792170
786187
788069
788092

788078A
778333
778338
788089A

788093A
788088A

1 inch =;

DESCRIPTION

Brake Lever

Screw 1/4 - 20 X 1-1 /4"

Screw 1/4 - 20 X 2 1/4’
Locknut 5/16-24
Brake Pad Holder
Spacer .2625 x 1.0
Brake Lever Bracket
Axle (11-15/16” Long)
Axle (16-1/2' long)

Spur Gear (29 teeth)
Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Spur Gear (23 teeth)

Spur Gear (19 teeth)

Spur Gear (16 teeth)

Spur Gear (15 teeth)

Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Spur Gear (13 teeth)

Spur Gear (17 teeth]

Spur Gear (21 teeth)

Spur Gear (24 teeth)

Spur Gear (25 teeth)

Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W

Input Shaft

Shifter & Brake Shaft

Retaining Ring

Spacer .890

Square Cut Ring
“O'Ring

Flat Washer 1.128 ID x .058W

Inverted Retaining Ring

Spring .430 OD x .5000 L
Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13
teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)
Oil Fill Plug
Oil Seal 9/16’
Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone
Oil Seal 3/4*
GearOil80W90

Replacement MST - 206-5450
Transaxle

49

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520

CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

KEY
NO. NO.

1

2
3

4
5

6
7

8
9

10
11

12
13
14
15
16

17
18

19

20
21

22

23
24

PART

25-351-01

12-755-81
12-411-01

12-041-10
12-017-01
12-017-02
12-016-01
12-016-02

X-75-23

12-318-19

25-186-01

12-599-03

M-0640034

12-089-01
12-173-01
12-755-03
12-468-05
12-112-13

12-086-15

X-426-9

12-326-03
M-0645020

12-096-07
M-0545010

12-018-01
12-402-02

DESCRIPTION

Lifter, valve (2)
Kit, cylinder head (Includes

3-17)
Rod, push (2)
Gasket, cylinder head
Valve, intake (Std.)
Valve, intake (.25)
Valve, exhaust (Std.)
Valve, exhaust (.25)
Plug, alien hd. pipe 1/8
Cylinder Head
Arm, rocker (2)
Pivot, rocker arm (2)
Screw, hex. flange
M6xl.0x34 (2)
Spring, valve (2)
Cap, valve spring (2)
Kit, retainer (2)
Washer, plain 13/32
Spacer, head bolt exhaust
port
Screw, hex. flange
M10x1.5x81 (5)
Clamp, hose (2)
Hose, breather
Screw, hex. flange
M6x1.0x20 (5)
Cover, valve w/nipple
Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x10
Retainer, breather reed
Reed, breather

CRANKCASE

KEY PART NO. NO.

1

12-032-03

2

3

12-445-02

4

M-0839025

5

12-380-17

6

12-755-49

7

12-089-31

8

12-422-08
12-422-09
12-422-10

12-422-11

12-422-12

12-422-13
12-422-07

9

12-144-27

10

12-874-07

24

-874-11

12

-874-08

12

11

12

13
14

15
16
17
18
19

21

22

23
24

-874-09

12

-018-02

12

-108-07

12

-108-08

12

-108-09

12

-067-05

12

-067-06

12

-380-01

12

-043-05

M-i

0631005

12

-144-02

52

-139-09

12

-755-64

X-25-102

12-032-01
SM-0631015
12-154-05

DESCRIPTION

Seal, crankshaft
Block, cylinder (Use Short
Block 12 52218)
Strap, lifting
Screw, hex. flange
M8x 1.25x25
Dowel, locating (4)
Kit, camshaft (Includes 7,8)
Spring, actuating
Shjm, camshaft (A.R.) blue
Shim, camshaft (A.R.) red
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
yellow
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
green
Shim, camshaft (A.R.) gray
Shim, camshaft (A.R.) black
Shim, camshaft (A.R.) white
Shaft, balance
Piston w/Ring Set (Std.)
(Includes 11-12)
Piston w/Ring Set (.08)
Piston w/Ring Set (.25)
Piston w/Ring Set (.50)

Retainer, piston pin (2)
Ring Set (Std.)
Ring Set (.25)
Ring Set (.50)

Connecting Rod (Std.)
Connecting Rod (.25)
Pin, governor regulating
Gear, governor assembly
Washer, plain 6mm
Shaft, governor gear
Plug, cup
Kit, gov. cross shaft w/clip
(Includes 24)
washer, plain 1/4
Seal, governor cross shaft
Washer, plain 6mm
Clip, hitch pin

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IGNITION / ELECTRICAL

BW^RHWa^ANDBAffiFJ'

CS-;

11

52

D“»

10.

V

i

\

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1

2

3
4

6

7

8

9

10

11
12

13
14
15
16
17

18
19

20
21

22

23

NOT

ILLUSTRATED

12-086-14
12-468-03
24- 162-03
M-0639016

12-157-03

41-403-09

X-22-11
236602

X-42-15

12-025-35

41-155-02

M-0548025
12-085-01

12-132-02
X-728-1
M-0545010

12-584-08

12-452-02

12-086-35
M-0461013

12-584-12
25- 086-47

25-518-29
25-518-05
12-176-36
X-25-5
12-155-02

23-517-03

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange MIOxI .5x46
Washer, plain 3/8
Screen, grass

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16

(6)

Fan
Regulator, rectifier

Washer, lock (2)
Connector

Key
Flywheel

Connector (4 contact)

Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 (2)
Stator assembly -15 amp

Spark Plug
Clip, cable

Screw, hex. flange M5x0,8x10

(2)

Module, ignition
Terminal
Screw, hex. socket M 5x0.8x20

<2)

Screw, pan head M4.2x13 (2)
Module, speed advance
Shoulder M6X1.0X16 (4)

Lead
Lead

Harness

Washer, plain 5/16'
Connector
Clip Cable

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART NO. NO.

1

2

3
4
5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

M-0545010

24-468-10

12-146-07

24-086-18
24- 096-05
220534

12-027-54
12-063-10

25- 154-02

12-086-37
M-0645016
12-063-08

12-063-09

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DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x10

(8)

Washer, plain 1/4
Plate, blower housing
Screw, phillip hd M4x0.7 X8 (2)
Cover, pinion
Washer, plain 5/16 (2)
Housing, blower
Baffle, intake side
Clip, mounting (3)
Screw,captive washer
M5X0.8X20(3)
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16

(2)

Baffle, cylinder head

Baffle, cylinder

NOT ILLUSTRATED

X-25-92 WASHER, PLAIN 3/16“ (2)

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART NO. NO.

1

2

3
4

5

6

7

8

10

11

25-341-03
12-096-24
12-083-12
12-1083-10

1230046
12-1004)1
12-032-11
12-094-07

12-072-04
12-086-01

12-041-02

DESCRIPTION

Knob, air cleaner cover

Cover, air cleaner

Precleaner, element
Kit air cleaner element
(Includes 5,7)
Seal 3/4'

Wing Nut
Seal1-7/16'
Base, air cleaner(lndudes

10,11)

Stud, mounting plate
M6X1.0X75
Screw, #10 Hi-Lo thread

forming (2)
Gasket, air cleaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53 Decal, air cleaner

53

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520

54

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS^43520

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART NO. NO.

1

M-0839070
25-098-05

3

12-755-54

4

12-227-06

5

12-170-05

6

12-221-01

7

12-227-13

8

12-211-01

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange 1
M8x1.25x70 (2) 2
Starter assembly (Includes
3-8)
Kit, drive end
Cap, drive end
Armature
Kit, brush & spring
Cap, commutator end
Bolt, hex. flange

1/4-20x4-5/8 (2)

kTION

KEY PART NO. NO.

1

12-038-01

2

25-755-13

3

12-153-03

4

12-153-02

5

12-123-04

6

SM-0545020

7

12-153-01

8

25-162-07

9

12-096-03

10

M-0545016

11

25-462-09

13

52-050-02

14

X-75-10

15

12-393-01

16

12-153-06

17

12-096-34

18

M-0545016

19

12-032-03

20

24-086-16
21 24-086-17
22 12-199-53

DESCRIPTION

Dipstick assembly (Includes
2-3)

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0-Ring, oil fili cap
0-Ring, upper oil fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x20
0-Ring, tower oil fill tube
Screen, oil pickup
Cover, oil pickup screen
Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x16

Valve, dl pressure relief

Filter, oil
Plug, $q. hd. solid 3/8

Pump, oil assembly
O-Ring, oil pump cover
Cover, dl pump

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16 (3)

Seal, oil (P.T.O. end)

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45 (11)

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45
Assembly.Pan, oil (Incl.

11,15-18)

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY

PART

NO. NO.

12-079-07
12-237-01

3

M-0664020

4

24-086-43

5

12-536-10

6

M-0443025

7

M-0443020

8

12-089-11

9

12-089-23

10

12-089-24

11

12-755-83

12

12-100-07

13

52-211-04

14

12-090-28

15

25-158-08

16

12-079-01

17

25-158-11

DESCRIPTION

Linkage, choke
Clamp, cable
Screw, lobed socket
M6xl.0x20 (2)
Screw, hex. flange
Control, speed assembly
(Includes 6,8,9)
Screw, pan head
M4x0.7x25
Screw, pan head
M4x0.7x20
Spring, choke (2)
Spring, choke return
Spring, governor
Kit, governor lever (Includes
12-14)
Nut, hex flange 1/4 - 20"
Bolt, 1/4 - 20 X 1"
Lever, governor
Bushing, throttle linkage
Linkage, throttle
Bushing, throttle linkage

55

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520

56

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART NO. NO.

1

M-0641060

3

X-22-11

4

M-0629116

5

12-853-95

6

12-041-02

7

12-053-95

8

12-041-01

9

12-265-04

10

47-154-01

11

X-426-09

12

25-353-10

13

25-050-02

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-757-02
12-757-03
12-041-01
12-041-02
12-041-05
12-041-06
12-032-06
12-757-33
12-041-06
12-454-01

25-452-20

12-454-03

M-0561010
M-0645020

DESCRIPTION

Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 (2)
Washer, star 1/4
Stud M6x1.0x116 (2)
Kit, carburetor w/gasket
(Includes 6,7,8 qty 1
12-454-01, 25452-20)
Gasket, air cleaner
Carburetor assembly
(For information only not
available separately)
Gasket, carburetor (2)
Deflector, heat
Clip cable
Clamp, hose (2)
Line, fuel 9"
Filter, fuel

Kit, float
Kit, carburetor repair
Gasket, carburetor
Gasket, air cleaner
Gasket, bowl
Gasket, bowl screw
Seal, solenoid
Kit, solenoid repair
Gasket, bowl screw
Tie, wire

Terminal
Tie cable
Screw, thread forming

M5X0.8X10

Screw, hex. flange
M6X 1.0X20 (2)

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 12-014-37 Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2 12-139-01 Plug, cup

DESCRIPTION

EXHAUST

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 25-072-04 Stud (2)
2 12-041-03 Gasket, exhaust manifold
4 12-126-11 Bracket, muffler
5 12-445-06 Strap, lifting
6 M-0645025 Screw, hex. flange

12-522-18 Short Block
12-755-82 Gasket Set

DESCRIPTION

M6xl.0x25 (2)

57

58

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

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greater than 15”), never across the face. Make turns gradu

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caution when changing direction on slopes.

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