Craftsman 917.271653 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

LAWN TRACTOR

17 HP, 42” Mower Electric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.271653

This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en gine, read and understand this Owner’s Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A.

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

For answers to your questions about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

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Warranty

Safety Rules Product Specifications

Assembly/Pre-Operation

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Maintenance Schedule

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Maintenance

Service and Adjustments...

Storage

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

Sears Service

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears wiii repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below).

For your convenience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Crafts man product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited

to blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil fitters.

• Standard Maintenance Sen/icing, oil changes, or tune-ups

• 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 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 30 days of its purchase date.

• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipmerit 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. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which

vary, from state to state.

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

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SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: This cutting machíne is capabie of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the foiiowing safety instructions couid result in serious injury or death.

i^Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY !S!NVOLVED.

^ CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

A CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

A, 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.

^kwARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro ductive harm.

Aw aRNING: Batteiy posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. 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 absolutely 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 unload ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect them selves and others from serious injury.

Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn . Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine . Allow machine to cool before storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-ofcontrol and tipover accidents, which can re sult 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.

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SAFETY RULES

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

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

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommenda

tions 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 necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually 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.

III. 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.

• Before and when backing, took 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.

IV. 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.

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SAFETY RULES

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

• Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

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

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

• Be alert and turn machine off If children enter the area.

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

• Mow up and down slopes (15® Max),

not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. Do not turn on slopes unless neces sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu ally downhill, if possible.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity and

Type: Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32“F)

(APl-SF-SJ):

Oil Capacity: 3.0 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

(Gap: .030“) Ground Speed (MPH);

Tire Pressure: Front: 14PSI

Charging System:

Battery:

Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

1.25 Unleaded and Regular

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Forward:

Reverse:

Rear: 12 PSl

3 Amps Battery

5 Amps Headlights

Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230 Case Size: U1R

1st 1.1 2nd 1.4 3rd 4th 5th 4.3 6th 5.5

2.2

3.4

1.7

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A 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.

ÂWARNING: 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 operator.

In the state of California the above is

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

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

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steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Locknut 1/2-20

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28x1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28

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Keys

Steering Wheel

1 Adapter

(1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Steering Extension

Steering Shaft

Boot

Video Cassette

(2) Keys

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ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

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

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

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

(1) 3/4" wrench (2) 7/16" wrench (1) Tire pressure

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

(1) Pliers

(1) Utility knife

gauge

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from carton.

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

Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

7.8.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.

Insert

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and

install 1/4 hex bolt and locknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut securely to 10-12 ft. lbs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

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

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

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

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex

nut and tighten securely.

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position. NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

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Seat Pan

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

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

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat.

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

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

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)

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

2. Reiease parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

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

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector shield 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.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed.

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

3. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever In neutral (N) position.

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

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

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE“ position and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position.

10. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

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

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

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

Mulcher

Deflector

Plate

Shield

Latch

Hooks

i^CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

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

tion.

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

“PRpDUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See 'TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

properly adjusted. See TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

^CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

/ All assembly instructions have been

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

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). / Seat is adjusted comfortably and

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

shipping purposes, the tires were

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

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important

items:

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

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

/ Be sure brake system is in safe operat

ing 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.

- +

♦

BATTERY

CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD

WARNING

STOP

ENGINE ON

IS ixi ©

FUEL

ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

i? R N H L ®|I

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

CLUTCH ENGAGED

a= ©1

LOCKED

LOW

FAST

LIGHT

SLOW

MOWER LIFT

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

SLOPE HAZARDS

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4 "

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Our tractors conform 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 POSITION - 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.

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FORESIGHT IS BEneR

THUN N0 SIGHT

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.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in brake position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever “Engaged” Position

Ignition Key

Throttlej

Choke Control

Ckitch/ Brake

STOPPING MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach ment clutch lever to “DISENGAGED” position.

GROUND DRIVE-

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/ brake pedal ail the way down.

• 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 “STOP” position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

“Disengaged” Position

Parking Brake

“Engaged”

Position

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

^CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator’s position.

TO 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.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired position.

3. 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 position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

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

The cutting height range is approxi

mately 1-1/2 to 4“. The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.

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

better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired

height. TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine,

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

^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 Attachemnt

“Engaged” Lift Lever High

Position ^... Position

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

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position.

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

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

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

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH

MENTS

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.

Low Position

“Disengaged”

Position '

Deflector Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS AcAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15“ and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide at the back of this manual.

• 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.

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.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces sary, add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Mainte

nance section of this manual).

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

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ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

^kcAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below32'*F(0“C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

^^CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

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

while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

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

1. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

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

3. Move attachment clutch to disen gaged position.

4. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

5. 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)

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

• The attachments and ground drive can

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

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

6. When engine starts, leave throttle control in choke position until engine warms up and begins to run roughly. Once rough running begins, immedi ately move the throttle control to the fast position. Engine warm-up may take from several seconds to several

minutes (the colder the temperature,

the longer the warm-up).

• The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period. NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance (see 'TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

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MOWING TIPS

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

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution 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 .

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT; For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy grass, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly.

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

the second to the desired height.

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

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a tow 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.

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 perpendicu lar to the first cut path. Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn.

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGUUVR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and

Interlock Systems Check tor Loose Fasteners

SharpeiVReplace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Teiminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level Chartge Ettglne Oil (with oil filter)

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler/Spaik Arrester Replace Oil RIter (If equipped) Clean Engine Cooling Rns Replace Spark Plug Replace Air RIter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel RIter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or

in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty oondrtions-

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3 - Replace blades more often when mowirtg in sandy soil. 4 - Not required if equipped with maintenarkce-free battery. 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 3S maximum.

Do not overtighten.

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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

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

® Spindle

Zerk

©Front Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

©SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL ©GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE ©REFER TO Maintenance “ENGINE” SECTION

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

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

■©Spindle Zerk

©Front Wheel

Bearing Zerk

©Gear

shift

Pivots

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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 ad

justed. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE; To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

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

repair the problem immediately.

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

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

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

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

blIS'e care

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

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade.

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

IMPORTANT; To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft.

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated. n j

Trailing Edge Up i Center^«^-^x\

Flat Washer^V^^^^*^

Blade Bolt (Grade)*

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

Mandrel Assembly

Hole

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 bal ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

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

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• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to “leak”

power.

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

2. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

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

4. Coat terminals with grease or petro leum jelly.

5. Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

Change the oil after every 25 hours of op eration or at least once a year if the trac tor is not used for 25 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight

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

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting.

Closed

Oil Drain Valve

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

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.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF- SJ. Se

lect the oil’s SAE viscosity grade accord ing to your expected operating tempera

ture.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

J I I

c -30

______

-ae -10 10

TEMPERATURE RANGE AWICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

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_________20_________

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your en gine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

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3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise.

4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.

5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the end of the drain valve.

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

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

reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on

dipstick.

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. Sen/ice paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

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Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

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

remove excess oil. NOTE: if very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

7. Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s). TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Remove cartridge nut.

2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from entering carburetor.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

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

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deteriora tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge.

Cover Knob

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

4.5.Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.

To reassemble, reverse above

procedure.

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

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) 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.

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

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

carburetor.

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

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

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.

ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.

2. Remove hex bolts from blower housing and lift housing off engine.

3. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt.

Clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automo tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to 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 shortened

engine life.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

4. Turn ignition key “STOP” and remove key.

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

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

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

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

1. Place attachment clutch in “DISEN GAGED" position.

Move attachment lift lever fonward 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

5. collar off and push housing guide out of bracket.

Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs.

Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs.

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

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

TO INSTALL MOWER

Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor.

Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs.

Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs.

Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring.

Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring.

Install belt onto engine pulley.

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See “PROD

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

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

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

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

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

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

• Recheck measurements after adjust

ing.

To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns. When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front links. To raise front of mower, loosen nut “P from trunnion on both front iinks. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns. The two front links must remain equal in length. When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" iower at front than rear, tighten nut “P against trunnion on both front links. Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Bottom edge of mower to ground

Lift Link

Adjustment Nut

Bottom edge of

mower to

ground

Suspension Arm Trunnion

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to side. If the following front-to-back adjust ment 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.

• Before making any necessary adjust ments, check that both front links are equal in length.

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

Nut “P.

Front Links

Nut "E"

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

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

BELT REMOVAL-

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

manuai).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

Work belt around both mandrel

pulleys and idler pulleys

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

Install mower (See To Install Mower” in this section of this manual).

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Mandrel Pulley

Mandrel' Pulley

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 on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

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

3. 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”.

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces sary. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

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.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and

keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

Carefully work new belt down be tween transaxle belt keepers and onto the input pulley.

Slide belt into the center span keeper.

Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley.

Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler.

Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keep-

0fS.

Install mower (See “TO INSTALL MOWER” in this section of manual).

With Parking Brake “Engaged”

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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:

1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. 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.

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

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Axle

Cover

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 forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

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 a Sears or other

qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheels have a square key - Do not lose).

Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

Square Key (Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

^TTERY

^kwARNING: 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 emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (-I-) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis.

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

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

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

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

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Weak or Dead

Battery

Fully Charged Battery

REPLACING BATTERY ^WARNING: 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.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

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

4. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover over terminal

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

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

3. holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

4. 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 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

Unsnap headlight wire connector. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood

3. at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. When replacing hood, be sure to

4. reconnect the headlight wire connec

tor.

Seat Pan

Positive^

(Red) T

Cable

Terminal Cover

Keps Nut

Negative (Black) Cable

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ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

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

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

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

Slowly rrrove lever from choke to fast position.

Check that holes “A” in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line-up. If holes “A” are not aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely.

Governor Control Lever

Holes

Governor Control Plate

r Throttle

Cable

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low

emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by frie cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter c^. The limiter cap cannot be

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

However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve in

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

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve

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

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carburetor when making carburetor

adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted property (see above).

FINAL SETTING-

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

Move throtde control lever to stow position. With finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750

RPM.

While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve full travel clockwise then counterclock wise until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST-

4. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position, if engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (counterclock wise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not

adjust or 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 a Sears or other qualified sen/ice center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

Page 27

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.

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

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Senrice and Adjustments section of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte nance section of this manual.

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

5. 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 TERMI NALS” 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, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also,

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohoi 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.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. 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)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

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

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

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

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

Page 28

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

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

8. Check all wiring.

9. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service and Adjustments section.

lO.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5, Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service and Adjustments section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but will not start

1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in “CHOKE" position.

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

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Set in “Higher Cuf position/ reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

14. See ‘To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment clutch engaged

Poor cut-uneven

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

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

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Page 30

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Mower blades will not rotate

CAUSE

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped)

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

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

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used. 11 .Clogged mower deck vent

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

1. Switch is “OFF’.

2. Bulb(s) or iamp(s) burned out

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

Place throttle control in “FASr position. Shift to slower speed. Allow grass to dry before mowing. Level mower deck. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec tions,

5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not

charge

Engine “backfires”

when turning engine “OFF”

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

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

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

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

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE”

OFF IA+0+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGHT B+A1

RUN B+A1 NONE

START B + S + A1 NONE

A2+L

NOTE

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

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

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

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

HEADLIGHTS

rti

Page 32

ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

KEY

PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 8

176689 16

176138 21

175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 22

4152J Bulb Ught#1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red 25 146147 26

175158

73510400 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC 28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black 29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman 40 179720 41

71110408 42 131563 CoverTeiminal Red 43 176861 Solenoid

121433X

45 52 141940 Protection Wire Loop 90 180499 Cover Battery Terminal

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

1 inch - 25.4 mm

Box Battery Fender Switch, Interlock

Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red

Fuse 20 AMP

Harness Ign Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 2 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 5 155272 BumperHood/Dash 9 168337X013 Dash. 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 11 13 172105X010 Panel, Asm. SLKSCR Dash R.H. 14 17 174330X558 Hood Assembly 26 28 175049 Grille w/Lens Asm. 29 174332X599 30 175692X558 Fendw 31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support 37 17490508 38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot 39 58 150127 Duct Air Engine PL/LT 60 STD533707 64 74 STD541437 142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT 143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 175582 145 156524 159 161 166 164863 206 170165 207 17670508 208 212

- -

NOTE: All component dimensions give in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar

174996 17490608

STD541437

174714

154798 Dash Lower STLT

155123X428 164655 Bumper Hood

17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 175143 Insert Lens Reflective

5479J Plug, Button

Panel, Dash, L.H. Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Nut, Lock Hex W/lns. 3/8-16 UNC Lens, Laser LT Clear Bar

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT Bracket Pivot Laser LT Bolt Rdhd Sqnk3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bracket Footrest Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood Cupholder

Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 X 3/4 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT Screw Thdrol 5/8-18 x 1/2

Page 36

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

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Page 37

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

—

146682 3 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18/20’ tires 4

12000028 5 121520X 6 17000512 3

165866 Rod Sh ifter Fender STLT 10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8x1 Cad 11

105701X 13 74550412 14

10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 15 74490544 16 STD541431 18 STD523710 19 STD541437

106933X Knob Rd 1/2-13 Piste Thds BIk

22 130804 24 STD541237 25 106888X 26 STD551037 27

STD561210

175765 Bod Brake Parking Lt/Yt

71673 Cap Brake Parking

30 174973 32

STD523107

175578 35 120183X 36 STD551062 37

STD571810 38 179114 39

74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 3 41

175556

127783 Pulley Idier 48 154407 49 123205X 50 72110612 51 STD541437 52 STD541431 53 10571OX Link Clutch 7 66 55 105709X 56 17060620 57

160855 59

169691 61 17120614 62 6683R 63

175410 Pulley Eng

T ransaxle (See Breakdown)

Dana 4360-140

Spring Return Brake T/aZinc

Ring Retainer #5100-62 Strap Torque 30 Degrees Screw 5/16-18 X 3/4

Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole Boll 1/4-28unf Gr8 W/Patch

Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5 Nut Lock Hex w/lns. 5/16-18 Unc Boll Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr.5 Nut Lock Hex W/lns. 3/8-16 Unc

Rod Brake BIk Zinc 26 840

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

Bracket Mtg T ranscixle

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18unc x 3/4 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga

Pin Roll 3/16x1’

Pulley Composite Flat Keeper Belt Idler Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv STL

Retainer Belt Style Spring Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr 5 NutCrownlock 3/8-16 UNC Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

Spring Return Clutch 6 75 Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/4 V-Belt Gd Drive Keeper Belt Centerspan Screw 3/8-16 X .875 Cover Pedal BIk Round

KEY PART NO. NO.

64 71170764

65 STD551143 66 154778 70 134683

74 109502X 75 121749X 76 STD581075

77 123583X

78 121748X

2228M

80 131488

81 165594

82 165711

19171216

166229 85 150360 89

158391X428 90 124346X

STD624003 Retainer Spring 112 19091210 113 127285X 116

STD533710 120 73900600 150 175456 151

19133210 156 166002 158 165589 159 165494 161 72140406 162

73680400 163 74780416 164

19091010 165 165623 166

166880 168 165492 169 165580 170 178394 197

169613 198

169593

202 72110614

212 145212

NOTE: All component dimensions give in U.S. inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Boll Hex 7/16-20 X 4 Gr 5 Washer Lock Hvy Htcl Spr 7/16 Keeper Belt Engine Guide Beit Mower Drive RH Spacer Split Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga

E-ring #5133-75

Key Square Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16ga Key Woodruff Arm, Shift Shaft Assembly Spring, Torsion Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Link Transaxle Nul, Nylock Console. Shift, STLT Nut, Self-Threading, Washer

Hd 1/4

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga Strap Torque Bolt RdHd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 1 Unc Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc Spacer Retainer Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. Washer Srrted 5/16ID x 1 .125 Bracket Shift Mount Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.5 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 UNC Bolt Hex Ftn 1/4-20 UNC X1 Gr.5 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga. Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5/16-18 X 5/8 Bolt shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Lt Keeper Belt T/A Nyliner Snap-In 5/8" ID Washer Nyl 7/8ID x .105" Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1 -3/4 Gr.5 Nut Hex Flange Lock

Page 38

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

STEERING ASSEMBLY

-36

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Page 39

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART NO. NO.

139768 175131

169840

3 4

169839

6266H

121748X

19272016 12000029

3366R

175121

STD551137

73940800

136518

145212

180641

126847X

19131416

28 29

17060612

STD561210

130465

32 36

155099 152927

37 38

139769

19183812

STD541537

40 41

100711L 145054X428

121749X

43 44

180640 121232X

46 47

183226

73540400

51 54

71130420

160367

65 67

72140618

169827

175146

169835

82 85

133835

175118 175553

DESCRIPTION

Steering Wheel Front Axle Assembly Spindle Assembly, L.H. Spindle Assembly, R.H. Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge Ring, Klip Bearing, Steering Column Link, Drag

Wachor I

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle Nut Lock Hex Range Shaft Asm. Steering Bushing, Link, Drag Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge Screw 3/8-16x3/4 Pin Rod, Tie Bushing, Steering Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange Cap Wheel Steer OPP BIk Washer 9/16 ID x 2-3/8 OD. 12 Ga Nut Lock 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 Cap, Spindle Fitting, Grease NutCrowniock 1/4-28 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 UNF x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 Spacer Brace Axle Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Brace Axle Steering Asm. Bracket Susp Chassis Front FastenerChristmasTree Boll Shoulder 7/16-20 Unc Clip Steering

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

Page 40

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

KEY NO.

2 3

13 14

16 23 29 31 32 33

PART NO.

170545 17720408

137352 165291 148456 STD551237 169837 137180 109202X 158990 123487X

DESCRIPTION Control Throttle/Choke

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x1/2 T Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model 310707-0137-El Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated Tube Drain Oil Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Shield BRN/DBR Guard Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented Clamp Hose BIk

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

37 137040 Line Fuel 20" 38 148315 Plug Oil Drain 40 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line 44 17670412 Screw HexwshThdrol 1/4-20x3/4 45 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 X 3/4 46 19091416 Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

62 STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy Hid Spr 5/16 72 71070512 Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4 78 17060620 Screw3/8-16x1-1/4 81 73510400 NutKeps Hex 1/4-20unc

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 41

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

KEY

PART

NO.

159460

2 159471 3 105767X 4

12000002

19211621

120183X

125631X

122365X

139865

139866

DESCRIPTION

Washer Asm Inner Spring W/

Plunger Shalt Asm. Lift RH Pin Groove ERing #5133-62 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. Bearing Nylong Grip Handle Fluted Button Plunger Read Link Asm Lift L.H. Link Asm Lift R.H.

KEY PART NO.

NO.

13 STD624008 15 173288 16 73350800 17 175689 18 73800800 19

139868

20 163552 31 169865 32 73540600

NOTE: Ail component dimensions given in U.S. ir 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Retainer Spring

Link Front

Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc Trunnion Front Susp. Nut Lockw/wsh 1/2-13 Unc Arm Suspension Mower

Retainer Spring Bearing, Pvt. Lift. NutCrownlock 3/8-24

Page 42

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

140122 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seal (bik) 14 72050412 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 5

145006 6 STD541437 7

1241 SIX 8 17000616

19131614

10111B2493

166369

12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Clip Push In Hinged Nut Hex Lock w/ins 3/8-16 Unc 21 171852 Spring Seal Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3/8-16 X 1 -1/2 24 19171912 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14Ga Pan Pnt Seat (bik ) Knob Seat

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

1 inch

PART

KEY

NO.

121248X

13 15 134300

121250X

17 123976X

22 STD541431

127018X

= 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Bushing Snap Btk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A Nut Hex Lock w/lns 5/16-18

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

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DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

KEY PART NO. NO.

3 4 5

7 8 9

10 11

156368 182018 177278 177279 181450 133644 177253 172331 163204 156439 179128

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Oper. Instr. Decal, Rep Icmnt

WHEELS & TIRES

Decal, Hood Rh Decal, Hood Lh Decal, Hp Engine Decal, Main! Customer Sears Dom Decal, Hood Side Decal Mower Decal, Fender Craftsman Decal, Fender Danger Decal, Deck

KEY PART NO. NO.

12 146046 13 181702 14 160396 15 138047

20 149516

-- 138311

- - 165800X428

- - 165799X428

-- 183815

-- 183816

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 59192 2 65139 3 106222X 4 59904 5 106732X624 6 278H 7 9040H 8 106108X624 9 106268X

10 7152J

11 104757X428

-- 144334

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-belt Dr Sch Decal, Dash, Panel Decal, V-belt Schematic Decal Battery Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Decal, Lift Handle Pad, Footrest LHSTLT

Pad, Footrest RH STLT Manual, Owner's (English) Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

DESCRIPTION

Cap ValueTire Stem Value Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service Tube Inner Front #35060

Rim Asm 6'front White Service Fitting Grease Bearing Flange Rim Asm 8’rear White Service

Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service Tube Rear 9 5X8 Service Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

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

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

KEY PART NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42” 53

STD533107

2 3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 55 155046

165460 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 67 149846 Knob Custom Oval 6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 92 STD541437 Nut 9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 101 136420 MulcherCover

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 102 71081010 Screw

Bolt Front

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42” Deck 59

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

131845

133943 Washer, Hardened

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

141043 Guard. TUV Idler

68 144959 V-Belt

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Arm, Idler

11 134149 Blade, Mulching 103 19061216 Washer #10

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 104 STD551110 14

128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 106 2029J 16 174493 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 129 19131312 18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8 130 19 132827 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 142 21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 U NC 23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 144 24 105304X 25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 26 110452X Nut, Push 27

130968X428Shield, Deflector 148 169022 28

19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 149 165898 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc 29 131491 Rod. Hinge 150 19091216 30 173984 Screw Thd Roll Dod Pt. Hex 31 129963 Washer. Spacer 152 32

153535 Pulley, Mandrel 153 169674 33 178342 34 STD533717 36 131494 37 STD551037 40 STD541437 44

140088 Guard, Mandrel. L.H. 159 72140614 45 STD624003 Retainer 46 137729

133944

49 174284 50

131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

STD541410 Locknut

139888 Bolt. Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Shoulder

Cap, Sleeve 145 165888

Nut.Toplock, Flanged 154 169675 Bolt Pulley, Idler, Flat 156 169672 Spacer Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 157 169669 Rod Clutch Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 L)NC 158 17720408

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

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

160793

105

STD523710

131 STD533710

165890

143 157109

158634 171977

146 147 131335

151 169670 Bracket Clutch

169676 Cable Clutch 42 In

155 169671

- -

130794

- -

169583

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

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger Nut. Weld

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

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr.5 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42” Keeper Belt 42” Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carriage Idler Spring Extension Spring Return Idler

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

Washer Flat 3/8” Type B Spring Retainer Spring Retention Lever

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

Bolt Tdhd Sgn 3/8-16UNC x 1-3/4 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Housing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only - Pulley Not Included) Replacement Mower, Complete

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360<140

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140

KEY

PART

NO.

170981 Housing, Upper

2274J

134400 Bali, Detent

105904X Spring, Detent 5 160940 6

138235 7

108727X 8 148266 9

148269

2225J

134793

148268

120415X

142674

170983

170986

105909X 18 10591 OX 19 160942

160943

21 148267 22

138236

73810500

142676

25 2244J 26 105916X 27

12047OX

110070X

29 142677 30

142681 Gear, Spur, 35T

124644X

108980X

120406X

134796

35 105925X 36

2228J

170987

174255

39 124639X

DESCRIPTION

Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734

Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X .482 Assy, Kit, Shifter V-Ring Bearing, Flange Seal, Oil Ring, Retaining

’Assy, Kit, Shim, ,625 Shaft

Bearing, Flange Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.38 X ,046 Key, Woodruff, No. 9

Assy, Kit, input Shaft

Pinion, Bevel, 12T Ring, Retaining Chain, 24 Pitches Cover, Detent Gear, Spur, 1 2T Collar, Clutch

Assy, Kit, Clutch Keys

Nut, Lock. 5/16-24

Shaft, Intermediate

Key, Woodmff, No. 61

Ring, Retaining Sprocket, 1 8T Spacer, 1. 131 X 1.45 X .494 Gear, Spur. 37T

Gear, Spur, 30T Gear, Spur, 25T Gear, Spur, 22T Gear, Spur, 19T Washer. Plain, .640 X 1.37 X .061 Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .046 Washer. Plain. .632 X 1.00 X .031 Assy, Gear. Comb., 12T & SOT Shaft, Idler

KEY PART NO.

NO.

40 120472X 41 105928X 42

170988 43 134394 44

120473X 45

142678 46 143697 47

124641X 48 106589X 49

120408X 50 105937X 51 ' 2226J 52 134401 53 2264J 54

160946 55

170990 56 160948 57

110071X 58 120952X 59

170991 60

160950 61 170992 62

7294J 63 108989X 64 160952 65

120954X 66 160953 67

138244 68 108996X 69 160954 70

120951X 71

174256 72

120416X NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm * Use in various combinations to maintain orooer

ciearances.

DESCRIPTION

Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755 Sprocket, 9T Gear, Bevel, 36T

* Assy, Kit, Shim. .750 Shaft

Shaft, Drive Gear, Spur, 12T Gear, Spur, 15T Gear, Spur, 20T Gear, Spur. 25T Gear, Spur, 28T Gear, Spur, 31T Washer, Plain, .632 X 1,00 X ,060 Washer, Neoprene Washer, Plain, .758 X 1.25 X .031 Axle, LH Gear, Miter, 1 2T, Splined Ring, Retaining Gear, Spur, 32T Shaft, Cross Gear, Miter, 1 2T, Idler

Axle, RH

Housing, Lower Disc, Brake Spacer, Brake Puck

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel Screw. Tapping, 5/16-18 X 2.35 Lever, Actuabng

Washer. Plain. .321 X 1.00 X .055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Puck, Friction Washer. Anti Rotation Grease

** Order Key No. 15. *** Silicone Sealant to be applied between Upper and

Lower Housings (use Loctile Ultra Gray Silicone 5699

or equivalent).

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-El

* REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-El

968

^ 404@p

967

1019 LABEL KIT I

1058 OWNER'S MANUAL

616

1251

^ ¡a „

108A^^ ^

634A*^

J3lJ ^

130 (J)

95 H?

987 §

93^

133

104/

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BRiGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-El

I 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS

789A

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TRACTOR - • MODEL NUMBER 917.271653

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-El

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

10%i^ 127^ 276 9870 951? 634AJ3 634117®

105

NIKKI

137

121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

^ 95AffJ> 276A(g)

104A^^ 127A

105A§ 987A @

★ 106

117A

@ ^

231A(E?

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-El

KEY PART

NO.

NO. 1 690156 2 399265 3 391086 4

494238 5 690188 7 692410 8

495735 9 27803

10 691666 11

691328

692226

692406

692405

690360

15 690946 16

690136 20

291675 22

692125 23 693557 24

222698 25

692271

692272

692273

692274 26

690162

692164

692166

692168 27

691299 28

498319

498320 29

692419

499940 32

692852 33

495856 34

495857 35

691279 36

691279 37

690456 40

691752 43

691968 45

690564 46

692421 48

692706 50

690193 51 692137* 53 690227 54

691148 73

690492 74

691674 75

690582 78

690661 93

690602 94

498030 94A

695425 95

691636 Э5А

690718 98

495800 Э8А

695408 104

690525 104A 694918

DESCRIPTION Cylinder Assembly

Kit-Bushin^Seal

•

Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) Sump-Engine

Head-Cylinder

Gasket-Cylinder Head

Breather Assembly

Gasket-Breather Screw (Breather Assembly) Tube-Breather

Gasket-Crankcase (.015 Thick, Std)

Gasket-Crankcase (.005 Thick)

Gasket-Crankcase (.009 Thick) Screw (Cylinder Head)

Plug-Oil Drain

Crankshaft

Seat-Oil Screw (Crankcase Cover)

Flywheel Key-Flywheel Piston Assembly (Standard) Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.) Piston Assembly (.020 O.S.) Piston Assembly (.030 O.S.) Ring Set-Piston (Standard) Ring Set-Piston (.010 O.S.) Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S.) Ring Set-Piston (.030 O.S.) Lock-Piston Pin Pin-Piston (Standard) Pin-Piston (.020 O.S.) Rod-Connecting (Standard)

Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.) Screw (Connecting Rod) Valve-Exhaust Valve-Intake Spring-Valve (Intake) Spring-Valve (Exhaust) Guard-Flywheel

Retainer-Valve Slinger-Governor/Oil Tappet-Valve Camshaft Short Block (311707-0028-

El Replacement Engine)

Manifold-Intake

+ Gasket-Intake

Stud (Carburetor) Screw (Intake Manifold) Screen-Rotating Screw (Rotating Screen) Washer (Flywheel) Screw (Flywheel Guard)

Bushing-Throttle Shaft

Kit-ldle Mixture

Kit-Idle Mixture

Screw (Throttle Valve)

Screw (Throttle Valve) Kit-Idle Speed Kit-Idle Speed

Pin-Float Hinge

KEY

PART NO. NO. 105

231855 0 105A 694922 0 106 690577 108 690464 108A 692344

108B 695419 117

692408 0

692411 117A 695415

695416 0 121

690191 121A 695427 125 690194 125A

DESCRIPTION Valve-Float Needle Valve-Float Needle Seat-Inlet Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) Valve-Choke(Choke-A-Matic)

Valve-Choke(Nikki Carburetor) Jet-Main (Standard) Jet-Main (High Altitude)

Jet-Main (Standard) Jet-Main (High Altitude) Kit-Carburetor Overhaul Kit-Carburetor Overhaul Carburetor Carburetor (Nikki) (Service with Walbro Carburetor)

127

695005 0 127A 690727 130

691750 130A 695418 131

494379 131A 695421 133

494381 133A 694914 137

281165 0± 137A 695426 0± 141

495097

Plug-Welch

Plug-Welch Valve-Throttle Valve-Throttle Kit-Throttle Shaft Kit-Throttle Shaft Float-Carburetor Float-Carburetor Gasket-Float Bowl Gasket-Float Bowl Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual Choke)

141A 495931

Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke-AMatlc)

141B

695420 142

692412 0 146

691639 167

692297 176 691917 186

692317 187

691050

Kit-Choke Shaft (Nikki) Nozzle-Carburetor Key-Timing

Air Cleaner Stud Seal

•

O-Ring Seal (Air Cleaner) Connector-Hose Line-Fuel (Cut to Required Length)

188

691693 192

691986

202

691841 209

692208 216 691840 217

695409 222 694042 227 691374 231 691636

231A 690718

232 691842 238 691843 240 394358

265

691024 267 695134 276

692255 0Ф 276A

695410 0± RPM Settings:

Screw (Control Bracket)

Adjuster-Rocker Arm

Link-Mechanical Governor Spring-Governor Link-Choke Spring-Choke Return Bracket-Control Control Lever-Governor Screw (Choke Vaive)

0 0

Screw (Choke Valve) Spring-Governor Link Cap-Valve Filter-Fuel Clamp-Casing Screw (Casing Clamp) Sealing Washer Sealing Washer Low Speed: 1900-2100 High Speed: 3000-3200

• Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

0 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121and121A

T Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

No. 977 and 977A

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

1095

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

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KEY

PART

NO.

287

691002 690844

304

690960

305

690499

306 307

691003

309

693551

310

690323 497608

311

495859

333

691061

334

491055

337 344

693675 690189

358

19203

363

695422

369

89838

383 404

691691 496894

445

691173

455

691261

462 467

691668

474

691063 691532

503

691251

505

693699

510

692024

513

692014

523

281370

524

691398

525

692034

544

491986

552 562

691119 691029

579

95162

601

691620

614

692012

616 617

692138 695414

633

690801

634 634A 690802 0 635

691909

668

691323

691

692407

692

690572

697

690372

711

690703

718

690959

727

490324

729

691335

729A

691224

732

691002

733

691658

741

691284

757

691714

758

692423

759

691239

761

691096

783

693713

DESCRIPTION Screw (Dipstick Tube) Housing-Blower Screw (Blower Housing) Shield-Cylinder Screw (Cylinder Shield) Motor-Starter Screw (Starter Motor) Brush Set Armature-Magneto Screw (Armature Magneto) Spark Plug Screw (Cable Clamp)

Engine Gasket Set

Flywheel Puller Spring-Float Bowl Wrench-^ark Plug Washer (Governor Crank)

Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge Cup-Flywheel Washer (Brush Retainer)

Knob-Air Cleaner Alternator

Strap-Starter

Nut (Governor Control Lever)

Drive-Starter

Clutch-Drive

Dipstick

Seal-Dipstick Tube Tube-Dipstick Armature-Starter

Bushing-Governor Lever

Bolt (Governor Control Lever)

Nut (Starter Cable)

Clamp-Hose

Pin-Cotter

Crank-Governor

0-Ring Seal (Intake Manifold)

Seal-Choke/Throttie Shaft

Seal-Spring Assembly

(Manual Choke)

Seal-Spring Assembly

(Choke-A-Matic)

Boot-Spark Plug

Spacer

Seal-Governor Shaft

Spring-Detent

Screw (Drive Cap)

Screw (Carburetor Shield)

Pin-Locating

Cover-Starter Drive

Clip-Wire

Screw (Starter Drive Cover)

Screw (Crankshaft Extension)

Gear-Timing

Link-Counterweight

Counterweight

Pin-Counterweight

Screw (Counterweight)

Gear-Pinion

KEY PART NO. NO. 789 692037 789A 695050 797 693167 801

691429

802

691286 693757

803

691095

830

691870

842

496415

847

692424

851

868

690968

871

690969

875

694942

877

393456 692236

883

690960

914 934

691058 497672

947 947A 695423 967 272043 968 691916 971 692129 975 495933 975A 695417 977 690192 977A 695428 987 691326 987A 690998

996 690678 1005 695056 1006 690452 1019 690180 1022 272475 1023 691192 1026 692003

692011 1029 691751 1034 690822 1036 695700 1051 691265 1058 274789 1090 691293 1091 691333 1095 690190 1119 691183

1127 691657 1127А6Э5407

RPM Settings:

• Included in Engine Gasket Set. Key. No.

358 0 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121and121A

t Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

No. 977 and 977A

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

1095 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Harness-Wiring Harness-Wiring

Nut (Brush Retainer) Cap-Drive Cap-End

Housing-Starter Stud (Rocker Arm)

Dipstick/Tube Seal

Dipstick/Tube Assembly Terminal-Spark Plug Seal-Valve

Bushing-Guide

Base-Air Cleaner Wire-Connector/Altemator

Gasket-Exhaust

Screw (Rocker Cover)

Screw (Fan Retainer)

Solenoid-Fuel

Filter-Pre Cleaner

Cover-Air Cleaner

Screw (Air Cleaner Base)

Bowl-Float

Set-Carburetor Gasket

Seal-Throttle Shaft

Carburetor Shield

Fan-Flywheel

Retainer-Fan

Kit-Label

Gasket-Rocker Cover

Cover-Rocker

Rod-Push (Intake)

Rod-Push (Exhaust) Arm-Rocker Guide-Push Rod

Label-Emissions

Retainer-Brush Owner’s Manual

Retainer-Brush Cap-Limiter Valve Gasket Set Screw (Alternator) Screw (Float Bowl) Screw (Float Bowl)

Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

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SERVICE NOTES

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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WARNING: To avoid serious Injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or lose of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

1. Fold this page along dotted line Indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that Its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold In the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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