Craftsman 917.272060 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

16.0 HP
ELECTRIC START

42” MOWER
AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272060

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner’s li/lanusl.

CAUTION:

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

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty
Safety Rules
Product Specifications...
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance

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Maintenance Schedule

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Service and Adjustments...

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Storage................................

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Troubleshooting
Repair Parts
Parts Ordering

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.. Back Cover

WARRANTY

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

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

This Warranty does not cover

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

• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage
caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting
objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

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

electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the
proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable
debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions
contained in the owner’s manual.

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

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LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding

equipment proves defective in materiai or workmanship and our testing determines
the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the batlety at no charge. Wamanty
sen/ice is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your
nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge
will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN

HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights

which may vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.

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 abso
lutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.

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

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

• Slow down before turning.

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

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

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

• Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck,

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

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators
should evaluate their ability to operate
the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss­of-control and tipover accidents, which
can result in severe injury or death. All
slopes require extra caution. If you
cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO;

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

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

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

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen
dations for wheel weights or counter
weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments. These can change
the stability of the machine.

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

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

blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu
ally 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.

SAFETY RULES

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.
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, look behind
and down for small children.

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

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

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

Never

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.

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
rp'fx'nsibitj 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.

SAFETY RULES

• 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 slo^y 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.

^^Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means
CAUTIONIII BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

A

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.

AwaRNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or efnit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro

ductive harm.
AwaRNING: Battery 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.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE
CAPACITY
AND TYPE:

OILTYPE
(API-SF-SJ):

OIL CAPACITY;

SPARK PLUG:
(GAP: .040")

VALVE

CLEARANCE: NOT ADJUSTABLE
GROUND

SPEED(MPH):

TIRE

CHARGING

SYSTEM:
BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

BLADE BOLT

TORQUE:

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, welt-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".

1.25 GALLONS
UNLEADED

REGULAR
SAE 10W30(above32"F)

SAE5W-30 (below 32"F)
W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS
CHAMPION RC12YC

FORWARD: 5.5

REVERSE: 2.4
FRONT: 14PSI

REAR; 10 PSl

3AMPS BATTERY
SAMPS HEADLIGHTS

MiN.CCA: 240

CASESIZE:U1R
27-35 FT. LBS.

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.

^WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush­covered or grass-covered land unless the
engine’s exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the 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).

ASSEMBLY

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

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need
are listed below.
(1) 9/16“ wrench (1) Pliers
(2) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife
(1) Tire pressure gauge
When right or left hand Is mentioned In
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating
position (seated behind the steering
wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

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

3. Check for any additional loose parts
or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower
steering shaft. Align mounting holes

In extension and lower shafts and
Install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut.

Tighten securely.

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, 3/8 lock
washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten
securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert Into center
of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from
tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tire

where tractor Is to roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UP yourtractor

CHECK BATTERY

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

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).

Label

Seat Pan

Terminal

Battery Box­Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat
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.

8. 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. Release parking brake by depressing
clutch^rake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in freewheel
ing position to disengage transmis
sion (See TO TRANSPORT” in the

Operation section of this manual).

4. Roil tractor tonward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector
shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for iocation and

function of controls)

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WARNING; Before starting, read, ,

understand and follow all instructions in
the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a welt-ventilated area. Be
sure the area in front of tractor Is clear of
other people and objects.

Be sure alt the above assembly steps

1.

have been completed.
Check engine oil level and fill fuel

2.

tank with gasoline.

Place freewheel control in "transmis

3.
sion engaged" position.

Sit on seat in operating position,

4.
depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

Place motion control lever in neutral

5.
(N) position.
Press lift lever plunger and raise

6.

attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
Start the engine. After engine has

7.
started, move throttle control to idle

position.

Release parking brake.

8.

Slowly move the motion control lever

9.
fonward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

10, Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever

in neutral position.
11 .Turn ignition key to "OFF” position.
Continue with the instructions that follow.

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.

AcaUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

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

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

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

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change
blades. The mulcher blades are de
signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated
at the factory for shipping purposes.
Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PS I shown in
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be property leveled. See “TO

LEVEL MCiWER HOUSING” in the
Sen/ice 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.

y^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 property prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

^ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

/All tires are properly inflated. (For

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

/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.

/Before driving tractor, be sure free

wheel control is in drive position.
While learning how to use your tractor,
pay extra attention to the following

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

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

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

/ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

/ It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first
time. Follow proper starting and
transmission purging instructions (See
“TO START ENGINE” and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION” in the Operation
section of this manual).

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OPERATION

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

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BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST

WARNING

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engine on engine off oil pressure lights on over TEMP

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fuel

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attachment REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

choke mower height parking BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT

KEEP AREA CLEAR

LOCKED

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

PARKING BRAKE

SLOPE HAZARDS

SLOW

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DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

1

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.
MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the
speed and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and
stopping the engine.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release
attachment lift lever when changing its
position,
LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on
and off.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/
brake pedal into the brake position.
THROTTLE/CHOKECONTROL- Used
for starting and controlling engine speed.
FREEWHEEL CONTROL­Disengagages transmission for pushing
or slowly towing the tractor with the
engine off.

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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the
eyes, which can resuit 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.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

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 into full
“BRAKE” position and hoid.

2.

Place parking brake lever in “EN
GAGED” position and release
pressure from clutch/brake pedal.
Pedal should remain in “BRAKE"
position. Make sure parking brake will
hold tractor secure.

ThrotBe/

Choke
Control

Clutch/
Brake Pedal

“Disengaged"

Position

Attachment Clutch Lever

“Brake",
Positton

“Engaged”
Position

ignition Key

“Disengaged"
Position

arking Brake

Engaged”

Position I

Motion Coijfrol
Lever

STOPPING
MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach

ment clutch lever to “DISENGAGED”

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.
IMPORTANT; The motion control lever
does not return to neutral (N) position
when the clutch/brake pedal is de
pressed.

ENGINE-

• Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to
slow position and allowing engine to idle
before stopping may cause engine to
“backfire".

• Turn ignition key to “OFP position and

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

• Never use choke to stop engine.
IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch
In any position other than “OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

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

^CAUTION: Always stop tractor com
pletely, as descnbed above, before

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

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

rale.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is
controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever
in neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake and clutch/
brake pedal.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to
desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.
The cutting height range is approxi
mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches
during hot months. For healthier and
better looking lawns, mow often and
after moderate growth.

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• For best cutting performance, grass
over 6 inches in height shouid be

mowed twice. Make the first cut
relatively high; the second to desired

height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
Gauge wheels are property adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground
when mower is at the desired cutting
height in operating position. Gauge
wheels then keep the deck in proper
position to help prevent scalping in most
terrain conditions.
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor
on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See “TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT" in the Operation section of
this manual).

2. With mower in desired height of cut
position, gauge wheels should be
assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in
appropriate hole with shoulder bolt,
3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 locknut and

tighten securely.

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

3/8-16
Locknut

Gauge
Wheel
Mounting

Bracket

3/0 Washer-

Gauge Wheel

TO OPERATE MOWER
Your tractor is equipped with an operator

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

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging
attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

A

CAUTION: Do not operate the
mower without either the entire grass
catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the
deflector shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Attachemnt

^CAUTION; Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15° and do
not drive across any slope.

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

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.

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

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

brake.

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

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever
does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de
pressed.

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

• Slowly move motion control lever to
slowest setting.

■ Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure to disengage transmission by
placing free\A^eel control in freewheeling
position. Free wheel control is located at
the rear drawbar of tractor.

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

2. Pull freewheel control out and down
into the slot and release so it is held in
the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

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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.

BEFORE STARTINGTHE 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. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/
dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill
cap on the tube. Do not thread the

cap onto the tube. Remove and read
oil level. If necessary, add oil until

“FULL” mark on dipstick Is reached.

Do not overfill.

• For cold weather ^Deration you should

change oil for easier starting (See “OIL
VISCOSITY CHARr in the Mainte

nance section of this manual).

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

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline
wilt Increase carbon and lead oxide

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

IMPORTANT: When operating in
temperatures below 32"F(0*C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help
insure good cold weather starting.

^WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructions for
additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
^CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank
filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

1. Be sure freewheel control is in the
transmission engaged position.

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

3. Place motion control lever In neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to “DISEN

GAGED” position.

5. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the wann

and cold starting procedures below.

6. 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)

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

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• 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)

7. When engine starts, allow engine to
run with the throttle control in the
choke position until the engine runs
roughly, then move throttle control to
fast position. This may require an
engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depend
ing on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up as

follows;

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake
and let the clutch/brake slowly return
to operating position.

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

• The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period after

the transmission has been warmed up.
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 perfomnance.
See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

PURGETRANSMISSION

^CAUTION: Never engage or disen

gage freewheel lever while the engine is
running.
To ensure proper operation and perfor
mance, it is recommended that the
transmission be purged before operating
tractor for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the

transmission which may have developed
during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission
require removal for service or replace
ment, it should be purged after reinstalla
tion before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface
with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by piacing
freewheel control in freewheeling
position (See TO TRANSPORr in

this section of manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seal, start engine.
After the engine is running, move
throttle control to slow position. With
motion control lever in neutral (N)
position, slowly disengage clutcfi/
brake pedal.

4. Move motion control lever to full
forward position and hold for five (5)
seconds. Move lever to full reverse
position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.
NOTE: During this procedure there will be
no movement of drive wheels. The air is
being removed from hydraulic drive
system.

5. Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shut- off engine and set

parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing
freewheel control in driving position

(See TO TRANSPORT” in this section
of manual).

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

motion control lever in neutral (N)
position, slowly disengage clutch/
brake pedal.

8. Slowly move motion control lever
forward, after the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet, slowly
move motion control lever to reverse
position. After the tractor moves
approximately five (5) feet return the
motion control lever to the neutral (N)
position. Repeat this procedure vrith
the motion control lever three (3)

times.
Your tractor Is now purged and now ready
for normal operation.

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MOWINGTIPS

• Mower should be property leveled for
best mowing performance. See TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" In the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.

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

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

• When mowing large areas, start by
turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences,
driveways, etc. After one or two
rounds, mow in the opposite direction
making left hand turns until finished.

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

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

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

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

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

MULCHING MOWINGTIPS

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

• The special mulching blade will recut
the grass clippings many times and

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

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn.
Always mulch with your highest engine
(blade) speed as this will provide the
best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and
interferes with the mulching action.
The best time to mow your lawn is the
early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will
not be exposed to the direct sun.

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

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

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

mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or 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.

Max 1/3”

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN OATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence end
tnteilock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners
ShaxperVRsplace Mower Blades
Lubrication Chen
Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxle Cooling
Adjust Blade 6ett{s) Tension
Ad)usl Motion Drive Belt(a) Tatulon

Check Engirre Oil Level

Change Engine OH

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

R^lace on Filter (It equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Ak filter Paper Cartridge

Re^Hace Fuel Filter

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full value
from the warranty, operator must maintain
tractor as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your
tractor.
All adjustments in the Sen/ice 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
spar1< 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

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IMPORTANT; Do not oil or grease the

ivot points which have special nylon

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

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ily a dry,

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
Sen/ice 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 teaks, 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
clutctvbrake pedal is fully depressed
and attachement clutch control is in the
disengaged position.

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

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

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

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the
seat.

BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

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

2. Remove hex 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 hex bolt, lock washer
and flat washer in exact order as
shown.

5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.
torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
treated.

Trailing Edge Up

Flat Washer ^ ^

Lock Washer

<^Hex Bolt (Grade)"*

'A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the
blade is balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced. An unbalanced blade will
cause excessive vibration and eventual
damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

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

• To check blade balance, you will need

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

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BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How
ever, periodic charging of the battery with
an automotive charger wiii extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

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

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

terminals can cause the battery to “leak”
power.

1. Open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove
battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

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

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

6. Reinstall battery {See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace
if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
Replace belts if they begin to slip from
wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING
The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper
cooling. '

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis
sion while engine is mnning or while the
transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high

pressure water or steam to clean
transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan
blades are intact and clean.

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

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for
the life of the transaxle. Should the
transaxie ever leak or require servicing,
contact your nearest authorized service
center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.
Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating
temperature.

SA£ VISCOSITY grades

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

Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each eight
(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/
dipstick secureiy 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 cap from end of drain valve
and install the drain tube onto the
fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward
siightly 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”

20 section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
checking levei. Insert dipstick Into the
tube and rest the oil fill cap on the
tube. Do not thread the cap onto the
tube when taking reading. Keep oil

at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten cap
onto the tube securely when finished.

Oil Drain Valve

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.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOUNG AREAS
To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other
external surfaces of the engine are kept
clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often
under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),
remove the blower housing and other
cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins
and external surfaces as necessary.
Make sure the cooling shrouds are
reinstalled.
NOTE: Operating the engine with a
blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged
cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds
removed will cause engine damage due
to overheating.

AfRRLTER
Your engine will not run properly using a

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

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Sen/ice air cleaner more often under
dusty conditions.

1. Remove knob and cover.

2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner
from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

5. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it
to dry.

6. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to
remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.
NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge
or use pressurized air, as this will damage
the cartridge.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut,

cover and tighten knob securely.

Air Cleaner
Cover

Foam
Pre
Cleaner

Cover
Knob

Wing Nut

Rubber
Grommet

Paper
Cartridge

Air Cleaner
Base

Air

Screen

MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

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

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.

ENGINE OIL FILTER
Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

1. Drain oil from engine crankcase (See
"TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in this
section of this manual, through step
remove drain plug).

2. Remove oil filter and wipe off filter
adapter.

Cleaner

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3. Apply a thin coating of new engine oil
to the oibber gasket on replacement
oil filter.

4. Install replacement oil filter on filter
adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until
rubber gasket contacts the filter
adapter, then tighten filter an addi
tional 1/2 turn.

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

6. Start the engine and check for oil
leaks. Correct any leaks before
placing engine into full operation.

Oil Filter

IN-LINE FUEL RLTER
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.

Clamp

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

^CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

2. Place motion controf lever in neutral (N) position,

3. Place attachment dutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key “OFF” 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.

TFIACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER
Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment dutch in “DISEN
GAGED” position.

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

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

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

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide
collar off and push housing guide out
of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis
bracket by removing retainer spring.

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

8. Disconnect front links from deck by
removing retainer springs.

9. 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 dutch spring Into square hole in
frame.
TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its
highest position.

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

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See “PROD

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

Small Retainer Spring

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway Bar—1

Collar

Housing Guide -y- Bracket

Large Retainer Spring

Square Hole

Engine Pulley

Front Link

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

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SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

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

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

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

■ To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

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

• Recheck measurements after adjust

ing.

Bottom edge of
mower to
ground

Lift Link

Adjustment Nut

Sround Line \/ M A

Bottom edge of

mower to

ground

Suspension Arm

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. Both links should be
approximately 10-3/8".

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

• To lower front of mower loosen nut “E”
on both front links an equal number of
turns.

• When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2“ lower
at front than rear, tighten nuts “P’
against trunnion on both front links.

To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F”
from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut “E” on both front links an
equal number of turns.
When distance “D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut “P against
trunnion on both front links.

Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

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

BELT REMOVAL-

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

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

3. Pull belt away from mower.

Mandrel

BELT INSTALLATION -

4. Install new belt in reverse order of
removal.

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

6. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

TO ADJUST BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped witti an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the
side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in highest
gear, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake ped^ and
engage parking brake.

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

3. If distance is other than 1 -9/16', loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut
against nut "A’’,

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 necessary.
Contact a Sears or other qualified
service center.

With Parking Brake “Engaged”

Nut “A"

Operating
Arm

Do Not touch this nut. If further brake adjust­Tient is necessary contact your nearest
authorized service center/department

ro REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
"^ark the tractor on level surface. Engage

oarking brake. For assistance, there is a
lelt installation guide decal on bottom

>ide of left footrest.
I. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER” in this section of this
manual.)

Remove belt from stationary idler and

2.

clutching idler.

Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

3.
Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over
cooling fan biades.

4.

Puli bell toward front of tractor and
remove downward from around
engine pulley.

5.

Install new belt by reversing above
procedure.

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT
The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not
be necessary.

1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the
right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

2. Start engine and move motion control
lever until tractor does not move
forward or backward.

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

4. While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5. Move motion control lever to the
neutral (N) (lock gate) position.

6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed
to get to adjustment bolt, move mower
deck height to the lowest position.
After above adjustment is made, if the
tractor still creeps fonward or backward
white motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.

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2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to
1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to
creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor stilt creeps, repeat above
steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Neutral Lock Gate
Lever

Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE­MENT

Should your transmission require
removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallation and

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

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN

MENT
If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal {left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight forward, remove
steering wheel and reassemble per
instructions in the Assembly section of
this manual.
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are
not adjustable on your tractor. If damage
has occurred to affect the front wheel toe­in or camber, contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

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

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE; On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

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, tire sealant
may be purchased from your local parts
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining
Ring

Axle
Cover

Square Key
(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

^kcAUnON: Lead-acid battenes generate

explore 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 manueri).

If “jumper cables” are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
IMPOFnANT: Your tractor is equipped w№ a

12 volt negative grcxinded ^stem. The other
vehical must also be a 12 volt negative
grounded system. Do not use your tractor
battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

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

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

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK
cable 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.

Positive Terminal

Chassi

Positive

Terminal

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Negatiye Terminal

Charged
Battery

Negative

Terminal

Cables

REPLACING BATTERY

i&CAUTlON: 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 terminai must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding,

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

2.

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and carefully
remove battery from tractor.
Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery.
First connect RED battery cable to
positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and
keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.
Connect BLACK grounding cable to

5.
negative (-) terminal with remaining
hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely.
Close battery box door.

6:

Seat Pan

Battery
Door­Box

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb
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 Ihe dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS
SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

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

tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

.

___ Hood

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 iridividual. Warranty

resins must be petformed 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 ac^ustment as described
below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from stow to choke position.
Slowfy move lever from choke to fast
position.

2. Check to see if hole in throttle lever and
hole in speed control bracket are aligned.

3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable
clamp screw and align the holes by
insetting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit through
both holes.

4.

Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and

tigNen cable clamp screw. Remove

alignment pencil or drill bit.

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TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been preset at the factory

and adjustment should not be necessary.

However, minor adjustment m^ be required
to compensate for differences in fuel,
terr^rature, altitude or load. If the carburetor

does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in

(clockwise) decreases the sup^ of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture.

Turning the adjusting needles out (counter-

clockw^) increases the supply of fuel to the

engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and

seats in carburetor may result if turned in too

tight

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is tow

emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel

adjusting needle w№ a limiter cap, whbh

aibws some adjustment within the limits
aibwed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove

the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be

removed without breaking the adjusting
needle.

1. Be sure you have a dean air filter and the
throttle control cabb is adjusted properly
(see above).

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

3. Idle spe^ setting - With throttle control
lever in sbw position, engine should idle
at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too sbw or
fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or
out until correct idb is attained.

4. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttte
control lever in slow position, turn icRe fuel
adjustment needle in (clockwise) until
engine begins to die and then turn out

(counterclockwise) until aigine runs
rough. Turn needle to a point midway
between those two positbns.

5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces
sary.

ACCELERATiONTEST-

6. Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If ^ine hesitates or dies,
turn idb fuel adjusting needb out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. R^at test
and continue to adjust, if necessary, until

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

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
pro|3er 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 servbe center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

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STORAGE

immediately prepare your tractor for
storage at the end of the season or if the
iractor wiil not be used for 30 days or
more.

A

CAUTION: Never store the tractor
№th gasoline in the tank inside a building
.A/here 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 Service 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 deposites from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experiance indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation
of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of and engine
while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run untii 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 njst. 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.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Will not start 1. Out of fuel.

Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter.

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

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.

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.

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. Cutting too much grass/too
fast.

2. Throttle in “CHOKE"
position.

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

8. Check all wiring.

9. See “To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments
section.

10. 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 Adjustments
section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

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.

1. Set in “Higher Cut” position/
reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

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ROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM
Loss of power

(continued)

CAUSE

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

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil levei/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 muffier.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of
adjustment.

15. Engine vaives out of
adjustment.

CORRECTION

3.

Clean underside of mower
housing.
Clean/replace air filter.
Check oil level/change oil.
Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and refill
with fresh gasoline.
Drain fuel tank and
carburetor, 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 Sen/ice Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Excessive

vibration

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

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will
not rotate

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

1. Obstruction in clutch
mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower
drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

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 corrected,
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.

1. Remove obstruction,

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass

discharge

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.

CORRECTION

Place throttle control in

1.

“FAST position.
Shift to slower speed.
Allow grass to dry before
mowing.

Level mower deck.
Check tires for proper air
pressure.

Replace/sharpen blade.
Tighten blade bolt.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Replace mower drive belt.

Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed
in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not
working
(if so equipped)

Battery will not
charge

Loss of drive 1. Freewheel control in

Engine“backflres”
when turning
engine

“OFF”

1. Switch is “OFF.

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator
(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

“disengaged” position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,
damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped In transmission
during shipment or
servicing.

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

1. Turn switch “ON”.

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec
tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec
tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in
“engaged” position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

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 917.272060

POSITION CIRCUrr "MAKE"

OFF

ftUN/LIGHT S+A1

M-hQ+AI NONE

RUN

B+A1 NONE

START 9t-S*Al

NONE

A2+L

NON-REMOVABLE

connections

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

relay

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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 BRIGHT
NESS OF THE UQHTS WILL
CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED.
AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM.
AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP.
THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME
THEIR BRIGHTEST.

NOTE

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp

2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4

8 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge

161343 Switch, interlock N Oprm Opn

16

166182

21

4152J Bulb, Light

22
24 4799J

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

25

26 175158
27 73510400 Nut Keps Hexl/4-20 Unc

4207J Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12'

28
29 160784 Switch, Plunger Normal Op Olive

175566 Switch, Ignition

30

140403

33
40 170220 Harness, ignition
41 71110408

131563 Cover, Tenninal. Red

42

175141 Solenoid

43
45 121433X

141940

52
81 109748X Relay Asm.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J)

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Fled, 11'

Fuse, 20 Amp

Key, Ignition

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2

Ammeter Rectangular

Protection Wire Loop

35

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

36

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

TRACTOR-

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 169830 Chassis Stamping

2

169061
3 17060612
5 155272
9 168337X013 Dash

STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

10

11 155927
12 145660

172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

13
17 144983X558

126938X BumperHood

18

19131312

25

STD541437 Nut

26
28 156725X558 Grille Lens Asm

155217X599 Lens, Grille

29
30 164919X55B Fend/Ftrest Pnl STLT
31 139976
37 17490508 Screw Thdfol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
38 169834
51 73800400 Nut Lock w/lnsert 1/4-20 UNC

52 19091416

53 145201

161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

54

55 145202

STD522507 Bolt. Fin Hex 1 /4-20 UNC X .75

67

150127 Duct Air Engine P/L LT

58

72140606

60

64 154798

73680600 Nu1Crownlock3/8-16UNC

74
142 165867
143 154966

154207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

144

156524 Jod Pivot Chassis/Hood

145
159 155123X428

170165

206
207 17670508
208 17670608

165919 Insert Lens Reflective

212

5479J Plug, Button

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

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

Drawbar
Screw 3/8-16x3/4
Bumper Hood/Oash

Panel, Dash, L.H.
ClipTInnennan Grille P/L

Hood Assembly

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Bracket, Fender Support

Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X16 Ga.

Bracket Grille Plckoff LH

Bracket Grille PIckofl RH

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

Dash Lower STLT

Plate Reinforcement STLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Cupholder

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x1/2 TYTT

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

37

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

38

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

PART

KEY
NO. NO.

1 Transaxte (See Breakdown)

e 165866

10 STD561210
14 10040400
15 74490544
16 STD541431
19 STD541437

130564

21
22 169498 Rod, Brake Hydro
24 73350600

106888X

25
26 STD551037
27

STD561210
145204

28
29

71673
169592 Bracket, Transaxle

30

74760512

32

34 155071

120183X Bearing, Nylon 116 72110610

35
36 19211616

37

1572H
131494 Pulley. Idler, Flat

38

74760644 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16x2-3/4 156

39

40 4470J

41 165838 Keeper, Beit Idler 159

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga,
47 127783

48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch

123205X

49
50

STD52371S Bolt
51 STD541437
52

STD541431
105710X

53

106709X

55

56 STD523712

57 140294
59

169691
61 17060612
62

8883R
63 140186
64 71170764

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Hydro Gr 314-0510 66 154778
Rod Shin Fender Adjust 70 134683
Pin Cotter 1/8 X1 CAD
Washer Lock Hvy Helical 72 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.
Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 X Gr 5 73
Nut Lock Hex W/lns. 5/16-18 Line
Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 75

Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Spring, Brake Rod 81 166596

Washer

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 CAD.
Rod, Parking Brake
Cap, Parking Brake 89

Bdl Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4
Shaft, Foot Pedal

Washer

Pin, Roll 150

Spacer, Split 158

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove

Retainer, Bell

NutCrownlock 3/8-16 UNC 166
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc
Link, Clutch
Spring, Return, Clutch
Bolt Hex 3/8-16x1-1/4

V-Belt
Keeper, Center Span
Screw. 3/8-16x3/4 202
Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Engine
Bolt Hex 7/16-20 X 4 Gr. 5

KEY PART

65 STD551143 Washer

71

74 137057 Spacer

76
77 123583X

78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gaug

82
83 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga,
84

90 124346X Nut Sell-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc
95 170201 Control Bypass Hydro 20' Tires
96

120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16

151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

161 72140406
162 73680400
163 74780416
164
165

168 165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
169 165580 Plate Fastening

193 169593

200 72140508

DESCRIPTION

Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

169183

169182

121749X
STD581075 E-Ring

165711

169594
164890X428

4497H Retainer Spring 1 * Zinc/Cad

165850

166002 Washer Srrted 5/16Ю x 1.125
165589
165494 Hub Tapered Flange Shill LI

19091010 Washer5/8 X .281 x lOGa
165623 Bracke't Pivot Lever
166880 Screw 5/16-18x5/8

197 169613

169612

199

72110612 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 Gr.5

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S.

Inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

Keeper Belt Engine
Strap Torque Lh Hydro

Strap T orque Rh Hydro

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gaug^

Key, Square

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered
Spring Torsion

Link Transaxle

Console, Shift

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16x1.25

Bushing Bellcrank Grd Drive

Bracket Shift Mount

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr S
Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc
Boll Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc X 1 Gr 5

Nyllner Snap-In 5/8"ID
Washer Nyl 7/8 ID X .105" Hyd

Bolt Shoulder5/16-ieUNC
Bolt Rdhd Sgnk S/16-18UNC x 1

39

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

STEERING ASSEMBLY

1

----

-

1

---------

^11

; !—^—«

'’CH"

rr

-------

----

96

40

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

no; NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 Sleeting Wheel

z 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL

3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H.
4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.
5
6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1.5/8 x 16 Gauge
7
8

9

10
11
13
15 145212

17
18 57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033
19
22 165857

23. 165851 Pittman Shaft Assembly
25 154406 Bracket, Steering
26
27 136874
28 19131416
29 17060612
30

32 130465 Rod, Tie

36 155099
37 152927

38

39 19133812
40

41

42

43

44 153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

46

47

51

54 74780520

62

63

65 160367

66

67 72140618

68

79 19132012
80 74950612
82
85 133835 Fastner Christmas Tree

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

6266H

19272016
12000029 Ring, Klip
3366R Bearing, Steering Column
169832
STD551137 Washer, Lock
136518

1S6546

160395

126847X

STD561210

139769

STD541S37 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

100711L
145054x428 Boot, Steering Shaft

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

121232X Cap, Spindle

6855M Fitting, Grease

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

167902
STD523710

154404

169827 Axle, Brace

169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

1 inch = 25.4 mtn

Bearing, Race, Thrust. Hardened

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Draglink

Spacer Srg /\xle Front
Nut, Hexfiange Lock

Shaft Assernbly, Sleeting

Support, Shaft

Screw Hex Wshhd Torx

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

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

Bushing, Steering
Screw
tnserl. Steering Wheel
Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC X 1-1/4
Kit Steering Asm Service

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x1 Gr5
Spacer Brace Axle
Bearing Arm Pittman

BoitRdhdSqnk 3/8-16x2-1/4

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

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

41

ENGINE

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER 917.272060

80.

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

I

' ■«'' I

■i s;,' K, o.'

S,-' fi''

-101

\'i

\.

42

ENGINE

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

1

170548

2 17720410

.............

3
4

159420
13 12-041.03
14

148456

16 STD551237

23

169837
29 137180
31 109202X
32

158990
33 123487X Clamp, Hose
37

137040
38

148315
40 124Q28X Buying, Snap, Fuel Line
44 17670412

17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

45
46 19091416 Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X16 Gauge
77 19101216 Washer S/16 x3/4 x 16Ga.
80 74760508 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc X 1/2

73510400

SI

M73030800

101
105

17120616 Screw 3/8-16x1

Control, Throttle

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8
Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV460-26509

Muffler
Gasket Kohler
Tube Drain OH Easy

Washer

Shield Bm/DbrGuard

Anestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel
Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented

Line, Fuel

Plug, Drain Oil Easy

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20Unc
Nut Flan-ge M8-1.25 Non-Lk Zinc

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

11nch = 25.4 mm

43

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER 917.272060

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

140123 Seat

2

140551
3 71110616 Bolt 15
4

19131610
5 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged
6 STD541437 Nut
7 124181X Spring, Seat 22 STD541431

a 17000616
g 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge 25

10 174894 Pan, Seat
11 166369 Knob Seat
12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting

Bracket, Pivot, Seat

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/2

13 121248X Bushing, Snap
14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

134300 Spacer, Split .26 x .86
16 121250X Spring
17 123976X
21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-16 UNC

24

19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 (

127018X

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 11nch = 25.4 mm

Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5

Nut ■

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

.

44

DECALS

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

1 156811

177368

2
3 171698
4 171699 Decal, Hood, L.H.

171763 Decal Hood Replacement

5
6 133644

177325

7

172331 Decal, Deck

e

163204

9

10 156439
12 146046

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Oper. Instr.
Decal, HP Engine
Decal, Hood, R.H.

Decal, Customer Maintenance
Decal, Hood Side

Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

WHEELS &TIRES

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

177336 Decal, Lower Dash

13

160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic

14

138047

16

149516

20

-

138311

-

165800X428

.

165799X428

-

169210 Decat By Pass LT Hydro

-

177370

-

177371

KEY

PART
NO.

NO.

59192 Valve Cap, Tire

1
2 65139

106222X Tire, Front

3

59904

4

106732X427

5

278H

6
7 9040H

106108X427

8

122082X

9
10 7152J

104757X428 Cap, Axle

11

- -

144334

Decal, Battery Diehard
Decal, Battery Dngr,rpsn Eng
Decal, Lift Handle

Pad Footrest LH STLT

Pad Footrest RH STLT

Owner's Manual, English
Owner's Manual, Spanish

DESCRIPHON

Stem, V^e

Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)
Rim, Front
Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)
Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel
Only)
Rim, Rear
Tire, Rear
Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)
Sealant, Tire 10 02.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

45

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - • MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

46

leV Y \

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

KEY

PART

NO.

NO.

159460

1

159471

2
3 105767X Pin, Groove
4 12000002 E-Hng

19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

5

120183X

6
7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted

122365X

8

139865

11
12 139866
13 STD624008

173288 Link, Front

15
16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

130171

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

163552

20

169865

31

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly
Shaft Assembly. Lift

Bearing, Nylon

Button, Plunger, Red
Link, Uft, L.H.
Unk, Uft, R.H.
Retainer Spring

Trunnion

Arm, Suspension, Hear
RetainerSprlng
Bearing, FM, Lift

47

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR-'MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

A

19 21

48

TRACTOR-'MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

MOWER DECK

PART KEY PART

KEY

NO.

NO.

1 165892

STD533107 Bolt

2

138017

3

4 165460

STD624008

5

130832

6

850857

8

STD551137

9

140296 Washer, Hardened

10

134149 Blade, Mulching

11

137645

13

128774

14

110485X

15

140329

16
18 72140505

132827

19

159770

20

STD541431

21

22 134753

131267 Bracket, Deflector

23
24 1053O4X

123713X

25

1104S2X Nut, Push

26
27 130968X428
28 19111016
29 131491

30 1S7722

129963

31
32 153535 Pulley. Mandrel
33 137266
34 STD533717
35 133835

131494

36
37 STD651037
40 STD541437
44

140088
46 STD624003
46

137729
48 133944
49 174284
50 131340

STD541410

51

52 139888

53

131845
54 133943
55 155046
56

165723
59 141043

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Mower Deck Assembly, 42"

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 92 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w/lns. 3/B-16
Front
Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck

Retainer Spring 103
Aim, Suspension, Rear 104 STD551110
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 X 1.25 Gr. 8 105 160793

Washer, Lock

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented

(Includes Key Number 12)

Housing, Mandrel, Vented

Bearing, Balt, Mandrel

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8

Boll, Shoulder

Baffle, Vortex

Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC

Stiffener Bracket

Cap, Sleeve
Spring, Torsion, Deflector

Shield, Deflector
Washer 11/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga. 146 171977
Rod, Hinge
Screw Thdrol Washer Head
Washer, Spacer

Nut, Toplock, Flanged
Bolt 152

Fasiner, Christmas Tree 153
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga 155
Nut Crownlock 3/6-16 UNC 156
Guard, Mandrel, L.H.

Retainer 158
Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20x5/8 159
Washer, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Gr. 5

Locknut

Boll, Shoulder 5/16-16 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer NOTE: /Vi component dimensions givsn In U S.inches

Guard, TUV Idler

67

149846

68 144959 V-Belt

101 136420
102 71081010

19061216 Washer #10

106 2029J Nut, Weld
111 155197
112

155198
17060514

113
114 STD541431 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 Unc
115 72110504 Bolt, Carriage 5/16 Unc x 1/2
116 489SH Bolt, Shoulder
117 165746 Wheel, Gauge
lie 73930600 Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16
119 STD551037 Washer 3V8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge
121 143723

19131312 Washer 13/32 X13/16 xl2 Ga.

129

130 STD523710

STD533710

131

142 165890 Arm Spring Brake Mower
143 157109
144 158634
145 165888

147

131335
169022 Spring Return Idler

148

165898 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

149

19091216 Washer 9/32x3/4x16Ga.

ISO

169670

151

169676

169674 Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

154 169675

169671
169672

157 169669

17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x5/8

72140614

- ■

130794

169583

11nch = 25.4 mm

Knob Custom Oval

MulcherCover
Screw Pan Hd Phillips 10-24 x 5/8

Washer, Lock
Latch A^ambly, Baggar

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.
Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.
Screw Taping 5/16-18

Bracket

Boll. Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x1 Gr. 5

Boll. Rdhd Sqnk 3i«-16UNCx 1

Bracket Ann Idler 42"
Keeper Bell 42" Clutch Cable
Pulley Idler Rat
Bolt Carriage Idler
Spring Extension

Bracket Clutch
Cable Clutch 42 In

Spring Retainer
Spring Retention Lever
Spacer
Rod Clutch

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC X 1 - 3/4
Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 8-10,12-15.31 and 32)
MowerDeck, Complete(Standard
Deck. Order Separately Mulcher
Plate and Gauge Wheel
Components, Key Nos. 101-106
and11l-12l)

49

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

Si 2 8 n ° S ®

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

^ '

--------

^

50

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE • - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

1 170351
2 170352
3 170353
4 170354

169896 Slock • Assembly

5
6 170356
7 170356

170357

e

170358 Shaft, Input

9

10 170359
11 170360
12

169870

13 170361

14 169869

16

170362

17 170363
18 170364 Arm, Control
19 150771 Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust

23

170365

24

170366

27

170367

28

170368

29

170369

30

170370
170371

31
32

170389

33

142991

34

1703Э0

35

170391

36

170392

37

150792

38

150793

ЭЭ

150B09

40

170393
41 170394
42 170395
43

170396
44

150797

45 170397

46 170396

47

170999
48

170400

49 170401 Ann, Bypass
50 170202
51 17040Э
52 170404

53 170405
54 170406
56 142977
56 142978
57 160798
58 170407 Brake Yoke

DESCRIPTION

Main Housing, Assembly
Side Housing, Assembly
Center Section, Assembly

Swashptate, T runlon Machined

Sealant 10.5 Oz

Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X1.25
Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End

Ring'Retaining
Spacer
Ring'Retaining
Seal, Up .67 XI.58 X.276
Bali Brg 17mm Id X 40mm Od X
12mm
Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16-24 X

0.75
Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7

Check Plug Assembly, Washer
Shaft, Motor
Gear - Pinion, 13!
10t/48t Gear
Gear, I0t Jackshaft
60t Bull Gear
Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X.625
Sleeve Bearing(Outboard)
.75x1,750x625
Washev,3/4(dX1-1/20dX
.13Thk
Up Seal Axle Seal
Shaft, Axle .75 X11.39(Key, R.H.)
Shaft. Axle .75 X16.99 (Key.L.H.)

Miter Gear(Spllned)
Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id)
Shaft
Ring, Spiral Retaining
Pin, Jackshaft
Magnet, Ring
Spring, Bypass
Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2,5
Lcxrg
Filter
Base, Filter
Actuator, Bypass

Rod, Bypass Actuator

Retaining Ring .250 External

Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 Tc

Flat washer, 5/8 Id X 1.0 Od
X .05 Thk
RetalnIngRing
Bearing, Center Block
Spring - Helical Compression
Washer
20w-500il

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

59 170408
60 142883 Brake Puck
61 142881

142887

62
63 170410

64 142892

170411

65
66 170412
67

170413

68 170414 Ann, Brake

69 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24

170416

70

71 170417

72 170418 Washer, Ht .51.D. X 1 O.D. X

142884

73

74 170419

170420

75

170421 Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack

76
77 170422 Puck, .330 X 1.60 X .0975
78 142969

142980 Spacer

79
80 150778 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24Unjf

81 170423 Wedge, Friction Pack
82 170424 Clip, Washer .316x1 .SOx.l 046

161162

83

170425

84
85 170426 Hose, Expansion Tank

170427

86

170424

87

170429 Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

88

90 170430

170431

93

107 170432 Deflector

170433

108

170434

109

111 170435 0-Ring .07 X .301 t.D.

170436 Shield, Vent

112

170437

113

170438 Silicon Sponge

116

170439 Fan, 7 In.

119

170440

120

170441 Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon

121

170442 Washer, Belleville

122

170443

123

170444 Center Section-Filter-Bypass

124

170445

125

170446

126
127 170447

173165

128

166768 Transaxle Complete

900

Rotor, Brake

Puck Plate
Brake Actuaftng Pin
Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 W/Patch,
Special Flange
Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch
Spacer
Spring, Brake Ann Bias
Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Rlbbed

Cotter Pin 3/32 X a/4
Compression Spring Brake
Anti-Dfag

.032
Flat-Washer 11/321.D. X 7/8

O.D

Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

Check Plug Assembly, .027,
Washer

Spring, Helical Comp

(Nylon Insert)

(Plated)
Pin, Standard Headless
Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

Expanse Tarik
Cap - Poppet Valve

Puck, Inner Wedge
Spring Clip - Housing Thrust

Washer,Motor Shaft .71 Id x
l.15odx.030lhk
Plug, Sae #6

Bracket, Support Expansion
Tank

Pulley

Insert)

Belt Keeper

Assembly

Filter Assembly
Fan - Pulley Service Assembly
Seal - O-Ring Kit
Kit, Expansion Tank

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER |

No

éD^'^16

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CRANKCASE

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272060

CYLINDER HEADA/ALVE«REATHER

PART

KEY
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2)

2 .

12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head

3 12-411-03-S Rod, push (2)
4 12-041-08-S Gasket, cylinder head
5 12-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.)

12-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25)

6

12-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.)
12-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.26)

7

X-75-23-S Plug, alien hd. pipe 1/8"

8 12-318-36-S Cylinder Head
9

25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (2)

10 12-599-03-S Pivot, rocker arm (2)
11

M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange N16x1.0x34

12 12-089-01-S Spring, valve (2)
13

12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (2)

14

12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (2)
15 12-468-05-S Washer, plain 13/32"
16

12-112-13-S Spacer, head bolt exhaust

17

12-086-15-S Screw, hex. flange

18 25 237 14-S Clamp, hose (2)
19 12-326-03-S Hose, breather

20

M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x20

21

12-096-07-S Cover, valve w/nipple

22

M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0

23 12-018-01-S Retainer, breather reed
24

12-402-02-S Reed, breather

(Includes 3-17, Gaskets 12
041 01-S (Qty. 2),12 041 02­S, & 12 041 03-S)

(2)

port

M10x1.5x81 (5)

(5)

CRANKCASE

KEY

PART

NO.

NO.

1

12-032-03-S

2

3

12-445-02-S

4

M-839025-S

5

24-380-13-S

6

12-755-49-S

7

12-089-31-S

8

12-422-08-S
12-422-09-S
12-422-10-S
12-422-11-S
12-422-12-S
12-422-13-S
12-422-07-S

9

12-144-28-5

10

12-874-01-S

12-874-02-S

12-874-03-S
11 12 018 02-S
12 12-108-01-S

12-108-02-S
12-108-03-S

13 12-067-11-S

12-067-12-S
14 12-380-01-S
15 12-043-05-S
16 M-631005-S
17

12-144-02-S
18 52-139-09-S
19 12-755-64-S

20

X-25-102-S

21

12-032-01-S
22

M-631015-S

23 12-154-OS-S

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S.

inchesi inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Seal, crankshaft
Block, cylinder
(Use Short Block 12 522 50)
Strap, lifting
Screw, hex. flange
M8x 1.25x25
Dowel, locating (4)
Kit, camshaft (Includes 7,8)

Spring, actuating
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
Shim, camshaft !a.R.)
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
Shim, camshaft (A.R.) white
Shaft, balance
Piston w/Ring Set (Std.)
(Includes 11,12)
Piston w/Ring Set (.25)

Piston w/Ring Set (.50)

Retainer, piston pin (2)

Ring Set (Std.)
Ring Set .25)
Ring Set (.50)

Connecting Rod (Std.)
Connecting Rod (.25)

Pin, governor regulating
Gear, governor

Washer, plain 6 mm

Shaft, governor gear
Plug, cup
Kit, gov. cross shaft w/clip

(Includes 23)

Washer, plain 1/4"
Seal, governor cross shaft
Washer, plain 6 mm
Clip, hitch pin

blue
red

yellow

green

gray

ilack

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509

IGNITION/ELECTRJCAL

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange

M10x1.5x46

2 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8"

3 24-162-03-S Screen, grass
4 25-086-47-S Boll, shoulder M6x1.0x16 (4)
5 12-157-06-S Fan
6 X-42-15-S Key
7 12-025-37-S Flywheel
8 12-15S-09-S Connector
9 M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25

10 12-085-10-S Stator - 3 amp

(2)

11 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20 (2)
17 12-132-02-S Spark Plug
18 X-728-1-S Clip, cable (2)
19 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

MSxO.exlO (2)

20 12-564-04-S Module, ignition

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12 154 oe-s Clip (2)

12 454 03-S Tie, wire
12-518'35-S Lead, white (36" - 18 gauge -

fully insulated push on tab
and uninsulated socket
terminals)

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO.

M-545010-S Screw, hex, flange

2

24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4"

12-146-07-S Plate, blower housing

3
4

M-550010-S Screw, hex. flange

24- 096-05-S Cover, pinion

5

12-027-55-S Housing, blower

6

7

12-063-18-S Baffle, Intake side

25- 154-02-S Clip, mounting (3)

8

12-086-37-S Screw, captive washer

9

12-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder head

10

M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

11

12-063-19-S Baffle, cylinder

12

DESCRIPTION

M5x0.8xl0 (4)

M5x0.8x1O

M5x0.8x20 (3)

M6x1.0x16 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

M-541050-S Nut, hex. flange MSxO.S
12 096 40-S Cover (goes over rectifier-

12 141 01-S Retainer, ring (2) (secures

regulator hole in blower
housing)

cover 12 096 40-S to

housing)

AIR tNTAKE/RLTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-281-01-S Duct, air

2 25-341-03-S Knob, air cleaner cover

3 12-096-24-S Cover, air cleaner

4 12-083-12-S Precleaner, element

5 12-100-08-S Wing Nut
6 12-083-10-S Kit, air cleaner element

(Includes 5, 7, 8)
7 12-743-12-S Filler, element (Includes 5
8 12-032-11-3 Seal 1-7/16"
9 12-094-07-S Base, air cleaner (Includes

10, 11)

10 12-072-04-S Stud, mounting plate

M6x 1.0x75

11 12-086-01-3 Screw, #10 Hi-Lo thread

forming (2)

12 12-041-02-3 Gasket, air cleaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53-S Decal, air cleaner

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509

STARTING SYSTEM

PART

KEY

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange

1

25-098-04-S Starter assembly (Includes 3-

2

8)
12-755-39-S Kit, drive end

3
4 12-227'03-S Cap, drive end

12-170'04-S Armature

5
6 12-755'38-S Kit, drive parts

12-243-04-S Cap, commutator end

7

12-086-20-S Screw, hex. flange (2)

8

M8x 1.25x70 (2)

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART

NO, DESCRIPTION .

NO.

12-038-01-S Dipstick assembly (Includes

1

25-755-13-S Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3)

2

12-153-03-S 0-Ring, oil fill cap

3

12-153-02-S O-RIng, upper oil fill lube

4

12-123-04-S Tube, Oil fill

5

M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange

6

12-153-01-S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

7

25-162-07-S Screen, Oil pickup

8

12-096-03-S Cover, oil pickup screen

9

M-545016-S Screw, hex, flange

10

25-462-09-S Valve, oil pressure relief

11

12-050-01-S Filter, oil

12

X-75-10-S Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

13
14

12-393-01-S Pump, oil
12-153-06-S O-Ring, oil pump cover

15

12-096-34-S Cover, Oil pump

16

M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

17

18 12-032-03-S Seal, oil (RT.O. end)

24-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange

19

24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange

20

12-199-S6-S Assembly,Pan, oil (Incl.

21

2-3)

M6X1.0X25

M5x0.8x16

M5X0.8X16 (3)

MSx1.25x45 (11)

M8x1.25x45

11,14-17)

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

1 12-079-11-S Linkage, choke

2 12-237-01-S Clamp, cable

24-086-43-S Screw, hex. flange

3

4 M-664020-S Screw, tobed socket

5 12-536-10-S Control, speed assembly

M-44302S-S Screw, pan head M4x0.7x25

6

M-443020-S Screw, pan head M4x0.7x20

7

12-089-11-S Spring, choke (2)

8

12-089-23-S Spring, choke return

9

12-089-24-S Spring, governor

10

12-755-83-S Kit, governor lever (Includes

11

12-100-07-S Nut, hex flange 1/4-20

12

52-211-04-S Boll, 1/4-20x1"

13

12-090-28-S Lever, governor

14

25-158-08-S Bushing, throttle linkage

15

12-079-10'S Linkage, throttle

16

25-158-11-S Bushing, throttle linkage

17

M6xl.0x20 (2)

(Includes 6-9)

12-14)

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.5.

Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CRANKSHAFT

FUEL SYSTEM

EXHAUST

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509

fuel system

KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

M-641060-S Nut. hex. flange M6x1.0 (2)

1

X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4"

2

M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0x116 (2)

3

12-853-115-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket

4

12-041-02-S Gasket, air clearrer

5

12-053-115 Carburetor assembly

6

12-041-01-S Gasket, carburetor (2)

7
8 12-265-06-S Defiector, heat

25 237 14-S Ciamp, hose (2)

9

10 25-353-10-S Line, fuel 9"

25-050-02-S Filter, fuel in-line

11

47-154-01-S Clip cable

12

(Includes 5,6,7 qty 1)

(For information only not
available separately)
(Service with: Kit, float

12-757 02-S. Kit, solenoid
repair 12-757-33-S,
Kit, repair 12-757-03-S)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

M-561010-S Screw, thread forming

12-757-02-S Kit, float
12-757-33-S Kit, solenoid repair
12-757-03-S Kit, repair
12-454-03-S Tie cable
12-518-37-S Lead, red, (37* - 20 gauge ■

M5x0.8x10

uninsulated socKet and

Insulated socket terminals)

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

1

12-014-57-S

2 25-139-27-3

Crankshaft (Includes 2)
Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 26-072-04-S
2 12-041-03-S
3 12-126-11-S
4 12-445-06-S Strap, lifting
5 M-645025-S

12 522 50

12-756-93-S Gasket Set

Stud, M8x1.25x33 (2)
Gasket, exhaust manifold
Bracket muffler

Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x25
(2)

Short Block

NOTE; All component dimensions given in Li.S.

inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes.

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