Craftsman 917.272068 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

CRRFTSMRN

LAWN TRACTOR

16.0 HP, 42” Mower
Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.272068

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 Manual.

CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179 U.S.A

Visit our Craftsman websiterwww.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 Ru

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Maintenance Schedule
Service and Adjustments...

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

Troubleshooting......................

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

Sears Service

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WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is
maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's
manual. Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in
material or workmanship. Warranty service is avaiiable free of charge by returning your
Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty
service is available but a trip charge wiil apply. This warranty applies only while this
product is used 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 iimited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting
objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

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

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

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is “used for
commercial purpose” if is used for any purpose other than single family household
dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the
battery will not hold a charge. Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty
service is available free of charge by returning 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 rollowing safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.

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

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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

A CAUTION; Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

A, CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

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

^kwARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro
ductive harm.

^kwARNING: Batteiy posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the
machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate
the machine.

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

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

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

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

• Be aware of the mower discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set
parking brake, stop engine, and remove
keys tefore dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload
ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

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

selves and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass , leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch
hot exhaust / engine parts and bum . Do
not allow the mower deck to plow leaves
or other debris which can cause build

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel
spillage before operating or storing the
machine . Allow machine to cool before
storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

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

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

SAFETY RULES

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

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

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommenda
tions for wheel weights or counter
weights to improve stability.

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

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

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

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The mower could
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.

Ш. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.

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

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

• Before and when backing, 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.

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.

SAFETY RULES

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

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

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso
lutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.

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

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

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

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

• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),
not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.

If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse
and back down slowly.

Do not turn on slopes unless neces
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu
ally downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline
Capacity
and Type:

Oil Type

(API-SF-SJ):

Oil Capacity:
Spark Plug:

(GAP: .030“)
Ground Speed

(MPH):

Tire Pressure:

Charging
System:

Battery:

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.

VVe have competent, well-trained techni
cians and the proper tools to sen/ice or
repair this tractor.

1.25 Gallons
Unleaded
Regular

SAE 10W30 (Above
32T)
SAE 5W-30
(Below 32°F)

4.5 Pints
Champion RC12YC

Forward: 5.5
Reverse: 2.4

Front: 14PSI
Rear: 12PSI

15 Amps @ 3600 RPM

Amp/Hr: 28
Min. CCA: 230
Case Size: U1R

27-35 Ft. Lbs.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

REPAIR AGREEMENT

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

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

• Follow the instructions under “Mainte
nance” and “Storage” sections of this

owner’s manual.

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).

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 X 1

Steering

Boot

Steering Wheel

(1) Lock

washer 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 X 1-1/4

Steering
Extension
Shaft

Slope Sheet

1) Washer
732 X 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

(1) Oil Drain Tube
For Future Use

Keys

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Video Cassette

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

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

left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your
tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the
correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 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 REMOVE TRACTOR FROM
CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from carton.

2.

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

3.

Check for any additional loose parts
or cartons and remove.

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.

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Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

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

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
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.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 18-22 ft. lbs torque.

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

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4.

Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter
onto steering shaft extension.

5.

Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
inside boot and onto adapter.

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label
(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance
section of this manual for charging
instructions).

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Seat Pan

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment
knob.

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

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

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

4. Push down on seat to engage
shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat
towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and
assemble adjustment knob and flat
washer loosely. Do not tighten.

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

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

8. Get off seat without moving its
adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and
function of controls)

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

2.

Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

Place freewheel control in “transmis

3.

sion disengaged” position (See “TO

TRANSPORT in the Operation
section of this manual).

Roll tractor forward off skid.

4.

Remove banding holding deflector

5.
shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and

function of controls)

^ WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in
the Operation section of this manual. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

I. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.
Check engine oil level and fill fuel

2.

tank with gasoline.

Place freewheel control in “transmis

3.

sion engaged* position. (See “TO
TRANSPORT in the Operation
section of this manual).
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.

II, Turn ignition key to “STOP" 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 hoie on back of
mower deck.

Mulcher

Deflector
Shield

Plate

Latch
Hooks

CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

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

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

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

NOTE; It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulching blades are

designed for discharging and bagging
also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

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

cutting performance.

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

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See “TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this
manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS

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

section of this manual. Verify that the
belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your
tractor, check to see that the brake is
properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST
BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

^/CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we
wish to assure that you receive the best
performance and satisfaction from this
quality product.
Please review the following checklist:

✓ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

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

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

/ All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were
overinfiated 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 freewheel

control is in “transmission engaged”
position (see “TO TRANSPORT in the
Operation section of this manual).

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

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

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

/ Be sure brake system is in safe operat

ing condition.

It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans
mission purging instructions (See “TO
START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANS
MISSION" 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

WARNING

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ENGINE ON

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FUEL

S* R N H L ®)|I

ATTACHMENT REVERSE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE FORWARD

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OIL PRESSURE

MOWER HEIGHT

NEUTRAL HIGH

PARKING BRAKE

a;

LIGHTS ON

©

LOCKED

LOW

FAST

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OVER TEMP

LIGHT

UNLOCKED

SLOW

IL

M

MOWER LIFT

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

4-ill

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

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

Throttle/Choke
Control

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Freewheel

Control

Ammeter

Attachment
Clutch
Lever

Ignition Switch

Light Switch
Position

Lift
Lever
Plunger

Attachment
Lift Lever

Height
Adjustment
Indicator

Parking Brake Lever

Motion Control
Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

______American National Standards 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.

LI^ LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its
position.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the
headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/
brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL ­Disengagages transmission for pushing

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FCflESlG NT !S SETTER

THAN FjO SIGHT

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any
adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a
wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the
parking brake wiil shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the

way down and hold.

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

Attachment Clutch Lever "Engaged” Position

Ignition Key

Throttli
Choke

isengaged"

Position

Control

Clutch/
Brake. Peda(^'^j|^

Motion Control

“Disengaged"

Position

“Brake"
Position

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 all the way down.

• 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 ailowing engine to idle
before stopping may cause engine to

“backfire”.

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

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch
in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go
dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

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

A CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before
leaving the operator’s position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and
mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake.

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.

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

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired
height.

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TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

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

height in operating position. Gauge
wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

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 this section of 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.

Gauge

Wheel

Mounting-f\ ^
Bracket'^

3/8-16

Locknut
3/8 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.

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

hills with slopes greater than 15“ and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

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

• 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 freewheel control In freewheeling
position. Freewheel 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 re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

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

Attachment
Clutch Lever
“Engaged"

Position

“Disengaged"
Position "

Attachemnt

Lift Lever

High
Position

Low
Position

Deflector
Shield

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Transmission Disengaged

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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 STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

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

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

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

remove and read oil level. If neces

sary, add oil until “FULL” mark on
dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting ((See the
oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance
section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler
neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline with a
minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded
gasoline will increase carbon and lead
oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

^CAUTION; Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tem

peratures below 32“F(0°C), use fresh,

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

ACAUTfON: 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 Instruc
tions for additional information.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time
or if the 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 clutcfi^rake 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 warm

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.

• The attachments and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not
accept the load, restart the engine and
allow it to wamn 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.

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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 performance.

(See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the
Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.)

PURGE TRANSMISSION

A CAUTION: Never engage or disengage

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 trans
mission which may have developed during
shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replacement,
it should be purged after reinstallation

before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in ‘Iransmission
disengaged" position (See “TO

TRANSPORT in this section of

manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With
motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

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 step there wiil be no
movement of drive wheels. The air is
being removed from hydraulic drive
system.

5. Move motion control lever to neutral
(N) position. Shutoff engine and set
parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing
freewheel control in “transmission
engaged” position (See “TO TRANS
PORT” 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 disen
gage clutchilorake 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 with
the motion control lever three (3)
times.

Your transmission is now purged and

ready for normal operation.

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MOWING TIPS

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

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

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

uniform cutting.

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

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

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

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

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

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

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

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the
early afternoon. At this time the grass
has dried and the newly cut area will
not be exposed to the direct sun.

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

blades. For extremely heavy grass,
reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and
possible fire hazard from dried 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.

Max 1/3

Certain types of grass and grass
conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a
second cut, mow across or perpendicu
lar to the first cut path.
Change your cutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week
then change to east to west the next
week. This will help prevent matting
and graining of the lawn.

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and
Interlock Systems

Check for Looee Faeteners
Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades
Lubrication Chart
Check Battery Level
Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxle Cooiing

Check V-8elts
Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine OH (with oil filter)
Change Engine Oil (without oil fitter)
Clean Air RItar

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter

1 - CKar>ge more often when operating under a heavy toad or

in Ngh ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operalirig in drrty or dusty conditions.

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3 - Replace blades more ofteri when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Nol required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.

Do not overtighten.

SERVICE DATES

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain tractor as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your
tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual should
be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check blades and belts for wear. A
new spark plug and clean air filter
assure proper air-fuel mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper opera

tion.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

® REFER TO Maintenance “ENGINE” SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract
dust and dirt that will shorten the life of
the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant
sparingly.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when
performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

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

justed. (See TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this
manuai).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in ail tires
(See “PRODUCT SPECiFICATiONS”

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
may be purchased from your local parts
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

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

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

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

• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch Is engaged, any
attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

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

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

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. 19

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.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

TrailingBlade Center,
Edge Up | TkJ Hole

Flat Washer-

Lock Washer-^

Bolt (Graded

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

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.)

Mandrel

itaAssembly

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

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

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold
the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.
If blade is balanced, it should remain in

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

balanced.

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

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

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

not necessary.
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and
terminals can cause the battery to “leal^
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 Adjust
ments section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING
The transmission fan and cooling fins
should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission

while engine is running or while the
transmission is hot. To prevent possible
damage to seals, do not use high pressure
water or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean.

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

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The Iransaxle was sealed at the factory
and fluid maintenance is not required for
the life of the transaxle. Should the
transaxle ever leak or require servicing,
contact a Sears or other qualified service

center.
V-BELTS

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

wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SF-SJ.
Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

] I I

F ‘20 0 30 32 40

C -30 *20 -10

TEMPERATURE RANGE AKTICtPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

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.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

when changing oil.

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

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

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

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto the end of the drain
valve.

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

section of this manual.

20

__________60________

10

________20_______

Oil Drain Valve

I I i

60 100

30 40

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dlpstick for
checking level. Insert dipstick into the
tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the
tube when taking reading. Keep oil

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

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.

AIR FILTER

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

whichever occurs first.

Service 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

1. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will
damage the cartridge.

2. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

3. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut,

cover and tighten knob securely.

Air Cleaner ^__^Cover
Cover \

Foam
Pre
Cleaner

------

Knob

Wing Nut

Rubber

Grommet

Air Cleaner

Paper

Cartridge

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.

MUFFLER

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

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

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

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

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

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel fitter 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

CLEANING

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

of ail 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.

Air
Screen

Cleaner

Base

.Oil Fill Cap/

Dipstick

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch 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.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER
Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch 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-sway bar 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.

Small Retainer
Spring V Suspension

Clutch ^

Spring

Retainer
Spring

Anti-Sway Bar

Collar

Housing
Guide

Large
Retainer

Spring

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

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to Its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

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

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

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

8. Install belt onto engine pulley.

Square Hole

Engine
Pulley

Front Link

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

Deflector

Shield

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

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

UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this
manual). If tires are over or
underinflated, you wiil not properly

adjust your mower.
SI DE-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 tower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE; Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8“.

• Recheck measurements after adjust
ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of
mower to
ground

J /

If links are not equal in length, adjust
one link to same length as other link.
To lower front of mower loosen nut “E”
on both front links an equal number of
turns.
When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nuts “F”
against trunnion on both front links.
To raise front of mower, loosen nut “P
from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut “E” on both front links an
equal number of turns.
When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut “P
against trunnion on both front links.
Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

——

/Ground Line

Lift Link

Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to
side. If the following front-to-back
adjustment is necessary, be sure to
adjust both front links equally so mower
will stay level side-to-side.
To obtain the best cutting results, the
mower housing should be adjusted so

that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Measure distance “D” directly in front

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge
of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust

ments, check that both front links are
equal in length.

V

JA

□

Suspension Arm

Nut “P

Trunnion

Nut “E”

Front Links

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

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

BELT REMOVAL-

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

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

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel

pulleys and idler pulleys

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

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

Mandrel
Pulley

Mandrel
Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust
able brake system which is mounted on
the side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

slopping distance at high speed in

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

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

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

3. If distance is other than 1-9/16”, 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 neces

sary. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

Do Not touch this nut. If further brake
adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or
other qualified service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower (See ‘TO REMOVE

MOWER” in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and

keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from
transmission input pulley and over
cooling fan blades.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1.

Carefully work new belt down around

transmission cooling fan and onto the

input pulley.

2.

Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3.

Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine

pulley.

4.

Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5.

Make sure belt is in ail pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keep
ers.

6.

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

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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset
at the factory and adjustment should not
be necessaiy.

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

fonvard 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 forward or backward
while motion control lever is in neutral
position, follow these steps:

1.

Loosen the adjustment bolt.

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 still creeps, repeat above
steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Lever

Neutral
Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement. It
should be purged after reinstallation and
before operating the tractor. See “PURGE
TRANSMISSION” in the Operation
section of this manual.

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 with

crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage
has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact a Sears or other
qualified sen/ice center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal (rear
wheels have 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, purchase and
use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant
also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers
Retaining
Ring

Axle
Cover

Square Key
(Rear Wheel Only)

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TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

^WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate

explosive gases. Keep sparte, flame and
smoking materials away from batteries.

Always wear eye protection when around

batteries.
If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it
should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the
MAINTENANCE section of this manual).
If “jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a

12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be

a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor
battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to
the POSITIVE {+) terminal of each

battery(A-B), taking care not to short

against tractor chassis.

2.

Connect one end of the BLACK cable
to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3.

Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,
away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2, RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead

Battery

Fully Charged

Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

^^WARNING: Do not short battery
terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2, Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

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

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

securely.

Seat Pan

Tenminal
Cover

Positive
(Red)

Cable Negative

Keps

/Nut

(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 the dash.

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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.

When replacing hood, be sure to
reconnect the headlight wire connec

tor.

ENGINE

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

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

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

necessary. Check adjustment as described

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

1. With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from slow to choke position.
Slowly 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
inserting a pencil or a 1/4“ drill bit through
both holes.

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

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the factory
and adjustment should not be necessary.
However, minor adjustment may be required
to compensate for differences in fuel,
temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor
does need adjustment, proceed as follows:
In general, turning the adjusting needles in
(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuei'air mixture.
Turning the adjusting needles out (counter
clockwise) 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

emissbn. It is equipped with an idle fuel
adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which
allows some adjustment within the limits
allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove

the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be

removed without breaking the adjusting
needle.

1. Be sure you have a dean air filter and the
throttle control cable is adjusted properly

(see above).

2. Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes. Make adjustments wito engine
running and shifl/motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

3. Idle speed setting - With throttle control

lever in slow positton, engine should idle
at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too slow or
fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or
out until correct idle is attained.

4. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle
control lever in slow position, turn idle fuel
adjustment needle In (clockwise) until
engine begins to die and then turn out
(counterclockwise) until engine mns
rough. Turn needle to a point midway

between those two positions.

5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces

sary.

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ACCELERATION TEST-

6. Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,
turn idle fuel adjusting needle out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test
and continue to adjust, if necessary, until
engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust - damage may result.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified
service center, which has proper equip
ment and experience to make any
necessary adjustments.

Cable

Clamp

Screw

Lever

Idle Speed
Adjusting
Screw

Idle Fuel
Adjusting
Needle

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

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

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter
storage. When mower is to be stored for
a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store
in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in
the 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 deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage.

Also, 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.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

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

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix

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

ENGINE OIL

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

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

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

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

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

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not “CHOKED”

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel fitter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See‘TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.
Wait several minutes before
attempting to start.
Replace spark plug.
Clean/replace air filter.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and carbure
tor, refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel
filter.

8. Check all wiring.

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

10. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

Hard to start 1.

Engine will not

turn over

Dirty air filter.

2.

Bad spark plug.

3.

Weak or dead battery.

4.

Dirty fuel filter.

5.

Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Brake pedai 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).

Clean/replace air filter.
Replace spark plug.
Recharge or replace battery.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.
Check all wiring.
See ‘To Adjust Carburetor” in
Service and Adjustments
section.
Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean batte^ 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.

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

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.

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1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

1. Set in “Higher Cuf position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate section in manuai uniess directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power

(continued)

Excessive

vibration

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring,

14. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

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 Service and Adjustments
section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.
Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves
seat with
attachment
clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

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.
Bent blade mandrel.

5.

Clogged mower deck vent
from build-up of grass,
leaves, and trash around
mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

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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. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE

Mower blades will not rotate (con’t)

Poor grass

2. Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

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

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact aSears or other

qualified service center.

1.

Place throttle control in
“FAST position.
Shift to slower speed.

Allow grass to dry before

mowing.
Level mower deck.

Check tires for proper air
pressure.
Replace/sharpen blade.
Tighten blade bolt.
Clean underside of mower
housing.
Replace mower drive belt.
Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.

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

Engine “backfires”
when turning
engine
“OFF”

1. Switch is “OFF".

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring,

5. Blown fuse.

Bad battery cell(s).
Poor cable connections.

Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in

“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) or lamp(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.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

POSITION

flUN/LIGHT B+A1

START

CrRCUrr “MAKE"

OFF

M+G+A}

RUN B+A1

B + S+A1

NONE

A2+L
NONE
NONE

RELAY

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

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

33

ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

34

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

KEY PART
NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

1

163465 Battery

2

74760412

8 176689

16 176137

21

175688

22

4152J

24

4799J
25 146147
26

175158 Fuse. 20 Amp

27

73510400
28

4207J
29

160784

30

175566

33

140403
40 179722
41

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

42

131563
43 178861
45

122822X

52

141940

81

109748X

89

180449 Cover Terminal Battery

Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4
Box Battery Fender
Switch, interlock
Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J)

Bulb, Light
Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11*
Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Bed, W/16 Wire

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12*
Switch, Plunger Normal Op Olive
Switch, Ignition
Key, Ignition
Harness, Ignition

Cover, Terminal, Red
Solenoid
Ammeter Rectangular

Protection Wire Loop

Relay Asm.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

35

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

36

TRACTOR-

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY

PART

NO.

NO.

1

174619

2

176554

3

17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4

5

155272

9

168337X013 Dash

10

STD533710

11

174996

13

172105X010

14

17490608

17

174330X558 Hood Assembly Laser

18

126938X

25

19131312
26 STD541437
28

175049
29

174332X599
30

175692558
31

139976
37

17490508
38

175710
39

174714
58

150127

60

72140606

64

154798 DashLowerSTLT

74

73680600

142

175702
143 154966
144

175582
145

156524
159

155123X428 Cupholder
166

164863

206

170165

207

17670508

208

17670608

212

175143

- - 5479J

MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

DESCRIPTION

Chassis Stamping
Drawbar

BumperHood/Dash
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, L.H.
Panel, Dash, R.H.
Screw ThdroJ 3/8-16 x 1/2

Bumper Hood
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge
Nut
Grille Lens Asm Laser
Lens, Laser
Fend/FtrestPntSTLT
Bracket, Fender Support
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear
Bracket Pivot Laser
Duct Air Engine P/L LT
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Plate Reinforcement STLT
Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

Jod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Screw 13-16x3/4

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x1/2 TYTT
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
Insert Lens Reflective
Plug, Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

37

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR-MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

I'"'V'''''

38

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1

8 165866

10 STD561210

14

10040400
74490544

15
16 STD541431

19 STD541437
21 130564
22

169498

24

73350600

25 106888X

26 STD551037

27 STD561210
28

175765 Rod, Parking Brake
29 71673
30 169592
32

74760512

34

175578
35 120183X Bearing, Nylon
36 19211616
37 1572H
38 179114
39

74760648

41

175556
47

127783
48

154407
49 123205X
50

STD523715

51

STD541437

52

STD541431
53 10571 OX
55 105709X
56

17060620
57

140294
59

169691
61

17120614
62

8883R
63 175410
64 71170764
65

STD551143

66

154778

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Transaxle (See Breakdown)
Hydro Gr 314-0510 71
Rod Shift Fender Adjust 73 169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro
Pin Cotter 1/8 X 1 CAD
Washer Lock Hvy Helical
Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr 5
Nut Lock Hex W/lns. 5/16-18 Unc
Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/6-16 Unc 78 121748X
Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13
Rod, Brake Hydro
Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc
Spring, Brake Rod
Washer 13/32 X 13/16 Ga.
Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 CAD.

Cap, Parking Brake
Bracket, Transaxle
Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4
Shaft, Foot Pedal

Washer

Pin, Roll
Pulley, Composite. Flat
Bolt Rn Hex 3/8-16 x 2-3/4
Keeper, Belt Idler
Pulley, Idler, V-Groove

Bellcrank, Clutch

Retainer, Belt
Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16 X 1-1/2
NutCrownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc
Link, Clutch
Spring, Return, Clutch
Screw 3/8-16 X 1.04
V-Belt
Keeper, Center Span
Screw. 3/8-16X,875
Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Engine
Bolt Hex 7/16-20 X 4 Gr. 5
Washer
Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

KEY PART

70 134683 Keeper Belt Engine

169183

74 137057 Spacer
75 121749X
76 STD581075 E-Ring
77 123583X

81 165596
82 165711
83 19171216
84 169594

89 164890X428 Console, Shift

124346X

90
95 170201
96 4497H

116 72140608
120 73900600 Nut Lock Rg 3/8-16
150 175456 Spacer Retainer
151 19133210
156 166002
158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount
159 165494
161 72140406
162

73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc
163 74780416
164

19091010
165 165623
166 166880
168 165492
169 165580
197 169613
198 169593
199 169612

200 72140508

202 72110614
212

145212 Nut Hex Fig. Lock

250 17060612

NOTE

All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Strap Torque Lh Hydro

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
Key, Square

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge
Shaft /^m Cross Tapered
SpringTorsion
Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Link Transaxle

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc
Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires
Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad
Bolt Rdhd Sqn№k 3/8-16 x 1.25

Washer 13/32 x2 x 10 Ga.
Washer Srrted 5/16ID x 1.125

Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5

Washer 5/8 X .281 xIOGa

Bracket Pivot Lever
Screw 5/16-18x5/8
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening
Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"ID
Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105” Hyd
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18UNC
Bolt Rdhd Sgnk 5/16-18UNC x1
Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 X 1-3/4Gr.5

Screw 3/8-16 X.75

39

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR-MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

63

11

39

\ I

I ► -

_/ *

40

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6

7

8
9 3366R Bearing, Steering Column
10 175121 Drag link
11 STD551137 Washer, Lock
13
15 145212

17
26
28 19131416
29
30 STD561210 Pin
32
36
37
38
39
40 STD541537
41
42
43
44

46 121232X
47
51
54
63
65
67
68 169827
71
82
85
88
91

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER 917.272068

NO.

139768 Steering Wheel
175131 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL
169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H.
169839
6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened
121748X Washer 25/32 x 1 -5/8 x 16 Gauge
19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
12000029 Ring, Klip

136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front
177876 Shaft Assembly, Steering

126847X Bushing, Link, Drag
17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4
130465

155099 Bushing, Steering

152927
139769 Insert, Steering Wheel
19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

100711L Adaptor, Steering Wheel
145054x428 Boot, Steering Shaft
121749X
153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

6855M
STD541431
74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4
STD523710

160367

72140618
175146

169835
133835
175118
175553 Clip Steering

DESCRIPTION

Spindle Assembly, R.H.

Nut, Hexfiange Lock

Washer 13/32 x 7/6 x 16 Gauge

Rod, Tie
Screw

Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Nut Lock Hex w/lns. 5/16-18 UNC
Boll, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr5

Spacer Brace Axle
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Axle, Brace

Steering Asm
Bracket Susp Chassis Front
Fastner Christmas Tree

Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

41

ENGINE

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER 917.272068

42

ENGINE

TRACTOR-MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1

170548

2

17720408
3
4

174667
13

12-041-03
14

148456

STD551237

16
23

169837
29

137180
31

109202X
32

158990

123487X

33
37

137040
38

148315
40

124028X
44

17670412

45

17000612

46

19091416

77

19101216

80

74760508

81

73510400

101 M73030800

105 17120616

DESCRIPTION

Control, Throttle
Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8
Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV490-27507
Muffler
Gasket Kohler

Tube Drain Oil Easy
Washer
Shield Brn/Dbr Guard
Arrestor, Spark
Tank, Fuel
Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented
Clamp, Hose
Line, Fuel
Plug, Drain OH Easy
Bushing Snap
Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4
Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge
Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Uncx 1/2
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20Unc
Nut Flan-ge M8-1.25 Non-LkZinc

Screw 3/8-16 X 1

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

43

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

PART

KEY

NO.

NO.

1 140123

2 140551

71110616 Bolt

3

19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge

4
5 145006

STD541437

6
7 124181X
8 17000616

19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge

9
10 174894 Pan, Seat
11

166369 Knob Seat

12

121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat
Bracket, Pivot, Seat

Clip. Push-In Hinged
Nut
Spring, Seat
Screw 3/8-16x1-1/2

Bracket, Switch Mounting

PART

KEY
NO.

13
14

15
16
17

21

22
24
25

NO.

121248X
72050412

134300
121250X

123976X
171852
STD541431

19171912

127018X

DESCRIPTION

Bushing, Snap
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2
Spacer, Split .28 X .88
Spring
Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
Nut
Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 i
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

44

DECALS

KEY

PART

NO.

NO.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

KEY

DESCRIPTION

NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 156811

2

177368

3

177333

4

177334

5

171763
6 133644
7

177325
8 172331
9

163204

10

156439
11

179128

WHEELS & TIRES

Decal, Oper. Instr,
Decal, HP Engine
Decal, Hood, R.H.
Decal, Hood, LH.
Decal, Hood Replacement
Decal, Customer Maintenance
Decal, Hood Side
Decat, Deck
Decal, Fender, Craftsman
Decal, Fender Danger
Decal, Deck “B” 42’

12 146046
13 177336
14 160396

138047

16
20 149516

- -

138311

- -

165800X428

- -

165799X428

- -

169210

- -

181896
181897

- -

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1

59192

2

65139

3

106222X

4

59904

5

106732X427

6

278H

7

9040H

8

106108X427

9

122082X

10

7152J

11

104757X428
144334

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic
Decal, Lower Dash
Decal, V-Bett Schematic
Decal, Battery Diehard
Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng
Decal, Lift Handle
Pad Footrest LH STLT
Pad Footrest RHSTLT

Decal By Pass LT Hydro
Owner's Manual, English
Owner's Manual, Spanish

DESCRIPTION

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

Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Sen/ice Item Only)

Cap, Axle
Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

45

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

46

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

KEY

PART

NO.

NO.

1 159460

159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift

2
3 105767X
4 12000002 E-Ring
5 19211621

120183X Bearing, Nylon

6
7 125631X
8 122365X

11

139865
12 139866 Link, Ufl, R.H.
13 STD624008
15 173288
16 73350800
17

175689
18 73800800
19 139868

20 163552
31 169865
32 73540600

DESCRIPTION
Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly

Pin, Groove
Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge
Grip, Handle, Fluted

Button, Plunger, Red

Link, Lift, L.H.

Retainer Spring

Link, Front

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC
Tninnion

Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 UNC
Arm, Suspension, Rear

Retainer Spring

Bearing, Pvt, Lift

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

47

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

48

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 185892
2 STD533107
3 138017

4

165460

5

STD624008

6

178024

8

850857

9

STD551137

10

140296

11

134149

13

137645

14

128774

15

110485X

16

174493

18

72140505

19

132827

20

159770

21

STD541431

22

134753

23

131267

24

105304X

25

123713X

26

110452X

27

130968X428

28

19111016

29

131491

30

173984

31

129963

32

153535

33

178342

34

STD533717

36

131494

37

STD551037

40

STD541437

44

140088

45

STD624003

46

137729

48

133944

49

174284

50

131340

51

STD541410

52

139888

53

131845

54

133943

55

155046

56

165723

DESCRIPTION

Mower Deck Assembly, 42"
Bolt
Bracket Assembly.Sway Bar,

Front
Bracket Sway Bar 38/42” eck
Retainerspring
Bar Sway Deck
Boll, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8
Washer, Lock

Washer, Hardened

Blade, Mulching
Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented
Housing, Mandrel, Vented
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
Stripper, Mower Deck
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8
Bolt, Shoulder
Baffle, Vortex
Nut Crowntock 5/16-18 UNC
Stiffener Bracket
Bracket, Deflector

Cap, Sleeve
Spring, Torsion, Deflector
Nut, Push
Shield, Deflector
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
Rod, Hinge
Screw Thdrol DOD PT Hex
Washer, Spacer
Pulley, Mandrel
Nut, Toplock, Flanged
Bolt
Pulley, Idler, Flat

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 U NC

Guard. Mandrel. LH.
Retainer
Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8
Washer, Hardened
Roller Assembly, Cam Follower
Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Gr, 5
Locknut
Bolt. Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake
Washer, Hardened

Arm. Idler

Spacer, Retainer

KEY PART
NO. NO.

59 141043
67

149846
68 144959
92

73800600
101 136420
102

71081010
103 19061216
104

STD551110
105

160793

106

2029J
111 179292
112

179293

113 17060510
114

STD541431

115

72110505

116 4898H
117

165746

118

73930600
119 SrrD551037
129 19131312
130

STD523710

131

STD533710

142 165890
143

157109

144

158634

145 165888
146 171977
147 131335
148 169022

149

165898

150

19091216

151

169670

152

169676
153 169674
154

169675
155 169671
156 169672
157

169669
158

17720408
159 72140614

130794

- -

_ _

169583

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Guard, TUV idler
Knob Custom Oval
V-Belt
Nut Lock Hex w/lns. 3/8-16
MulcherCover

Screw Pan Hd Phillips 10-24 x 5/8
Washer #10
Washer. Lock #10
Latch Assembly, Bagger
Nut, Weld
Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.
Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.
Screw 3/8-16 X .625
Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 Unc
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16
Washer 3/8x7/8x14 Gauge
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga.

Bolt, Fn Hex 3/8-16 Unc x1 Gr. 5
Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNCx 1
Arm Spring Brake Mower
Bracket Arm Idler 42"
Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable
Pulley Idler Flat
Bolt Carriage Idler
Spring Extension
Spring Return Idler
Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

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

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42 In
Washer Rat 3/8” Type B
Spring Retainer
Spring Retention Lever
Spacer
Rod Clutch
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x5/8
Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1- 3/4
Mandrel Assembly (Includes
housing, shaft and shaft hardware

only-pulley not included)
Replacement Mower, Complete

49

TRACTOR > - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

50

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

PART

KEY
NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 170351

170352

2
3 170353
4 170354

5 169898
6 170355
7 170356

8 170357
9 170358

10 170359
11 170360
12 169870
13 170361
14

169869
16 170362
17 170363

18 170364
19 150771

23 170365
24

170366
27 170367
28

170368
29 170369
30 170370

31 170371
32

170389

33

142991

34

170390

35 170391
36 170392
37 150792

38

150793

39

150809

40

170393

41

170394

42

170395
43 170396
44

150797
45 170397

46

170398

47

170399

48

170400
49 170401
50

170402
51

170403
52

170404
53

170405

54

170406

55

142977

56

142978

57

150798

58 170407

Main Housing, Assembly
Side Housing, Assembly
Center Section, Assembly
Swashplate, Trunion
Machined
Block - Assembly
Sealant 10.5 Oz
Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X

1.25
Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double
End
Shaft, Input
Ring - Retaining
Spacer
Ring - Retaining
Seal, Up .67 X 1.58 X .276
Ball Brg 17mm Id X 40mm

Od X 12mm
Hex Flange Head Screw 5/
16-24X0.75
Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7
Arm. Control
Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust
Check Plug Assembly, Washer
Shaft, Motor
Gear - Pinion, 13t
10t/48t Gear
Gear, lot Jackshaft
60t Bull Gear
Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575

X .625
SleeveBearing(Outboard)
.75x1.750x.625
Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/2 Od X
.13 Thk
Lip Seal Axle Seal
Shaft. Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key,

R H)

Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key,
LH.)
Miter Gear (Splined)

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 Long
Filter

Base, Filter

Actuator, Bypass

Rod, Bypass Actuator

Arm, Bypass
Retaining Ring .250 External
Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250

Tc

Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.0 Od

X .05 Thk

Retaining Ring
Bearing, Center Block
Spring - Helical Compression
Washer

20W-50 Oil

Brake Yoke

59

170408

60

142883
142882

61
62

142887

63

170410

64

142892

65

170411

66

170412

67

170413
170414

68

69

170415

70

170416

71

170417

72 170418
73 142884
74

170419

75

170420

76

170421

77

170422
142969

78

142980

79

150778

80
81

170423

82

170424

83

161168

84

170425

85

170426
142917

87

88

170429

90

170430

93

170431

107

170432

108

170433
170434

109

111

170435

113

170437

116

170438

119

170439

120

170440

121

170441

122

170442

123

170443

124

170444

125

170445

126

170446

127

170447

128

173165

900

166768

NOTE: AN component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Rotor, Brake
Brake Puck
Puck Plate
Brake Actuating Pin
Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 W/
Patch.SpecialFlange
Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch
Spacer
Spring, Brake Arm Bias
Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed
Arm, Brake
Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24
Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4
Compression Spring Brake

Anti-Drag
Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 1 O.D. X

.032
Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/8

O.D
Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25
Check Plug Assembly, .027,
Washer
Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack
Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

Spring, Helical Comp
Spacer
Hex Lock Nut 5/16­24Unjf(Nylon Insert)
Wedge, Friction Pack
Clip, Washer
.316x1.50x. 1046 (Plated)
Pin, Standard Headless
Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube
Hose, Expansion Tank
Cap - Poppet Valve
Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32X1/2
Puck, Inner Wedge
Spring Clip - Housing Thrust
Deflector

Washer,Motor Shaft
.71idx1.15odx.030thk
Plug, Sae #6
0-Ring .07 X .301 I.D.
Bracket, Support Expansion
Tank
Silicon Sponge
Fan, 7 In.
Pulley

Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon
Insert)

Washer, Belleville

Belt Keeper

Center Section-Filter-Bypass
Assembly
Filter Assembly

Fan - Pulley Service
Assembly
Seal - 0-Ring Kit
Kit, Expansion Tank

Transaxle Complete

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CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER |

CRANKCASE

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CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 25-351-01-S

12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes 2

2

3 12-411-03-S Rod, push (2)
4 12-041-10-S Gasket, cylinder head 5

12-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) 6

5

12-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) 7

6
7 25-139-60-S Plug, alien hd. pipe 1/8’
8 12-318-36-S Cylinder Head
9 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (2)

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

10
11 M-640034-S

12 12-089-34-S Spring, valve (2)

12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (2) 8

13
14

12-755-03-S
15 12-468-05-S Washer, plain 13/32"
16 12-112-13-S Spacer, head bolt exhaust 12-874-11-S Piston w/Ring Set (.08)

17

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

18 25-237-14-S
19

12-326-18-S Hose, breather 12-108-08-S
20 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange 12-108-09-S Ring Set (.50)

21 12-096-45-S
22 M-545010-S

23 12-018-01-S
24 12-402-02-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

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

12-016-02-S

DESCRIPTION NO.

Lifter, valve (2)

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

Screw, hex. flange
M6xl.0x34 (2)

Kit, retainer (2)

port 12-874-08-S

Ml 0x1.5x81 (5) 10 12 018 02-S Retainer, piston pin (2)
Clamp, hose (2)

M6x1.0x20 (5) 12 12-067-11-S
Cover, valve w/nipple
Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x10 14 12-043-05-S Gear, governor
Retainer, breather reed
Reed, breather

Valve, exhaust (.25)

CRANKCASE

KEY PART

NO.

12-032-03-S

1

12-067-12-S Crankcase (Use Short Block

12-445-02-S
M-839025-S

4

24-380-13-S Pin, locating (4)

12-010-31-S Camshaft assembly
12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft - blue (A.R.)
12-422-09-S
12-422-10-S

12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft - green (A.R.)
12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft - gray (A.R.)
12-422-13-S
12-422-07-S
12-144-28-S
12-874-07-S

9

12-874-09-S Piston w/Ring Set (.50)

11 12-108-07-S

12-067-06-S Connecting Rod (.25)

13 12-380-01-S Pin, governor regulating

15 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm
16 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear
17 52-139-09-S Plug, cup
18 12-755-64-S

19 X-25-102-S Washer, plain 1/4“
20 12-032-01-S
21 M-631015-S Washer, plain 6 mm
22 12-154-05-S Clip, hitch pin

DESCRIPTION

Seal, crankshaft

12 522 51)
Strap, lifting
Screw, hex. flange
M8x1.25x25

Shim, camshaft - red (A.R.)
Shim, camshaft • yellow
(A.R.)

Shim, camshaft - black (A.R.)
Shim, camshaft - white (A.R.)
Shaft, balance
Piston w/Ring Set (Std.)
(Includes 11,12)

Piston w/Ring Set (.25)

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

Connecting Rod (Std.)

Kit, governor cross shaft w/

clip (Includes 22)

Seal, governor cross shaft

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

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IGNlTION/ELECTRtCAL

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BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES

2

AIR INTAKE

eg—5h

—7

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IGNITION/ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

1 12-086-14-S

2

12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8"
3 24-162-03-S Screen, grass 3 12-146-07-S Plate, blower housing
4

25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.0x16 (4)

5 12-157-06-S Fan M5x0.8x10

6 X-42-15-S Key 5 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion
7

12-025-15-S Flywheel 6 12-027-55-S Housing, blower

8 12-155-09-S
9

M-548025-S

10

12-085-09-S Stator - 15 amp

11

M-545020-S

12

12-154-06-S Clip, cable (2)
13 41-403-09-S
14

X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" NOT ILLUSTRATED

15 M-639016-S

16 236602-S

17

12-132-02-S Spark Plug
18

X-728-1-S Clip, cable (2)

19

M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

20

12-584-04-S
NOT ILLUSTRATED
12-176-44-S
24-518-12-S

12-518-35-S

X-25-5-S

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange
M10x1.5x46

Connector 7 12-063-18-S Baffle, intake side
Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25
(2)

Screw, hex. flange 10 12-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder head
M5x0.8x20 (2) 11 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

Rectifier-regulator - 15 amp 12 12-063-19-S

Screw, hex. flange
M6x1.0x16 (2)
Connector

M5x0.8x10 (2) 1
Module, ignition 2

Harness, wiring 4
Lead, black (6" - 12 gauge­insulated grip barrel

eyelet terminals)

Lead, white (36" - 18 gauge

- fully insulated push
on tab and uninsulated
socket terminals)
Washer, plain 5/16” (attach
ground lead and this
washer to lift strap screw)

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 M-545010-S

2 24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4"

4 M-550010-S

8 25-154-02-S Clip, mounting (3)
9 12-086-37-S

M-541050-S

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATiON

KEY PART
NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

12-281-02-S Duct, air

25-341-03-S

3 12-096-44-S

12-083-12-S
5 12-100-08-S Wing Nut
6

12-083-10-S Kit, air cleaner element

7 12-743-12-S
8

12-032-11-S

9 12-094-14-S

10 12-072-04-S

11

12-086-01-S

13 12-041-02-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53-S Decal, air cleaner

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x10 (6)

Screw, hex. flange

Screw, captive washer
M5x0.8x20 (3)

M6x1.0x16 (2)
Baffle, cylinder

Nut, hex. flange M5x0.8

Knob, air cleaner cover
Cover, air cleaner

Precleaner, element

(Includes 5. 7, 8)
Filter, element (Includes 5, 8)
Seal 1-7/16"
Base, air cleaner (Includes
11, 12)
Stud, mounting plate
M6x1.0x75
Screw, #10 Hi-Lo thread f

forming (2)
Gasket, air cleaner

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

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STARTINO SYSTEM |

3_

ENGINE CONTROLS

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

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STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

NO.

1 M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x70 (2) 2 12-237-01-S

2

25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes

3-8) 4 M-664020-S

12-755-54-S Kit, drive end M6xl.0x20 (2)

3
4

12-227-18-S Cap, drive end 5 12-536-10-S Control, speed assembly
5 12-170-05-S Armature (Includes 6-9)
6 12-221-01-S Kit, brush & spring 6 M-443025-S
7

12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end
8

12-211-01-S Bolt, hex. flange 1/4-20x4-

V8 (2)

OILPAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12-14)

1

12-038-01-S Dipstick assembly (Includes

2-3)

2

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

3

12-153-09-S 0-Ring, oil fill cap

4

12-153-02-S 0-Ring, upper oil fill tube

5 12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill
6

M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25

7

12-153-01-S 0-Ring, lower oil fill tube

8

25-162-07-S Screen, oil pickup

9

12-096-03-S Cover, oil pickup screen
10

M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16

11

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

12

12-050-01-S Filter, oil

13

25-139-57-S Plug, sq, hd. solid 3/8"

14

12-393-01-S Pump assembly, oil

15

12-153-06-S O-Ring, oil pump cover

16

12-096-34-S Cover, oil pump

17

M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16 (3)

18

12-032-03-S Seal, oil (P.T.O. end)

19

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

M8x1.25x45 (11)

20 24-086-17-S

21 12-199-56-S

Screw, hex, flange
M8x1.25x45

Oil pan assembly (Includes

11,14-17)

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

1 12-079-11-S Linkage, choke

Clamp, cable

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

3

Screw, lobed socket

Screw, pan head
M4x0.7x25

7 M-443020-S

8 12-089-11-S
9 12-089-23-S Spring, choke return

10 12-089-24-S Spring, governor
11 12-755-83-S

12 12-100-07-S

52-211-04-S

13
14 12-090-28-S

15 25-158-08-S
16 12-079-10-S Linkage, throttle
17 25-158-11-S

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

: 1 inch = 25.4 mm

inches

Screw, pan head
M4x0.7x20
Spring, choke (2)

Kit, governor lever (Includes

Nut. hex flange 1/4-20

Bolt. 1/4-20x1"
Lever, governor
Bushing, throttle linkage

Bushing, throttle linkage

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FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1

M-641060-S

2

M-629116-S

3

12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

4

12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner

5

12-053-118

12-757-02-S

6

12-041-01-S

7

12-265-06-S Deflector, heat

8

25-237-14-S

9

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

10

25-050-07-S

11

47-154-01-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

*M-561010-S Screw, thread forming

M5x0.8x10

*X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4"
12-757-02-S Kit, float
12-757-03-S Kit, carburetor repair
12-757'33-S Kit, soienoid repair
12-454-03-S Tie cabie

25-452-20-S Terminal

12-518-37-S Lead, red, (37" - 20 gauge -

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Nut, hex. flange MSxl.O (2)
Stud M6x1.0x116 (2)

(Includes 4,5,6 [qty 1], wire
tie 12-454-03-S, Terminal

25-452-20-S)

Carburetor assembly
(For information only not
available separately)
(Includes Kit, float
Kit, carburetor repair 12-757­03-S, Kit, solenoid
repair 12-757-33-S)
Gasket, carburetor (2)

Clamp, hose (2)

Filter, fuel (in-line)
Clip cable

insulated socket and
uninsulated socket terminals)
"attaches carburetor ground
lead to carb baffle.

KEY PART

1

12-014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2 25-139-27-S Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

1 25-072-04-S
2 12-041-03-S
3 12-126-88-S
4

12-126-87-S

5 M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange

12 522 49
12-755-93-S

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

DESCRIPTION

Stud, MBxl .25x33(2)
Gasket, exhaust manifold

Bracket, muffler mounting
Bracket, lifting strap

M6xl.0x20 (2)
Short Block
Gasket Set

59

60

61

62

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