Craftsman 917.272230 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

CRRFTSMRN

20 HP

ELECTRIC START

48" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272230

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

This product has a low emission engine which operates differently

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip ment.

from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and

iHidorstand this Manual.

For answers to your questions about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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

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Warranty Safety Rules

Product Specifications................

Assembly Operation

Maintenance Schedule

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2 3 Service and Adjustments, 6 Storage

8 13 Repair Parts 19 Parts Ordering

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

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WARRANTY

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

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

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. 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 ftom 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

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SAFETY RULES

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

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual arvi on tiie 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., whidi could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso

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

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

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

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. _

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck,

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

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

DO:

• Mow up and down slopies, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn №e machine. Tall grass can bide ob

stacles.

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

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen

dations for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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

DO NOT;

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

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

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground,

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

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SAFETY RULES

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Chiidren 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, iook behind and down for smail children.

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

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure \nsion.

IV. SERVICE

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

-Use oniy 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 mn 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 ^el spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another 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.

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SAFETY RULES

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

• 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.

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

CAUTIONII! BECOME ALERTII! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

ACAUTION: In order to prevent acci dental starting when setting up. trans

porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

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

tractor.

ACAUTION: 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 bad, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor. AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

AWARNING: Battery posts, terminals

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

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE: OILTYPE

(PI-SF-SJ):

OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUG:

(GAP: .030”)

GROUND SPEED 1st 1.2

(MPH): 2nd 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

BLADE BOLT

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you tile best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears or other qualified

service center. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools

to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the “SAFETY RULES".

3.5 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR

SAE10W30 (above 32°F) SAE5W-30(beiow32°F)

W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS W/OFILTER; 4.0 PINTS

CHAMPION RC12YC

3rd 2.4 4th 3.5 5th 4.8 6th

REVERSE: 1.5

REAR: 10PSI

15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

MIN. CCA: 240 CASE SIZE: U1R

45-55 FT. LBS.

5.3

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 tiris 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).

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Steenng Wheel

Insert

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

steering Wheel

Seat

(5) Retainer Springs

Steenng Sleeve

Mower

(double loop) (l)Front Plate

17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12

(1) Knob

■

(4) Shoulder Bolt

(4) Retainer Springs

(double loop)

(2) Locknuts 5/16-18

(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18x1

(1) Washer

Gauge

Key

(2) Retainer Spnngs (single loop)

(4) Adjusting Bar

@ i

/'/ (4) Washers

(/ 3/8x3/4x14Ga.

(4) Wheels

Nose Roller

Nose Roller Brackets

(2)Flanged Pins

(4) Clevis Pins

(4) Locknut 3/8-16

(2) Washers

17/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga.

Slope Sheet

Video

Cassette

(2) Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use

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ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor ali parts and hardware you assembie 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)3/4" Socket w/ (1) 1/2" wrench drive ratchet (1) Utility knife (1) Pliers (1) Tire pressure gauge

When nght or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from shipping carton.

2 Cut, fr'om top to bottom, along lines on

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

3 Remove mower and package maten-

als.

4 Check for any additional loose parts

or boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove lock nut and large flat washer

from steenng shaft

2 Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4. Position steering wheel so cross bars are honzontal (left to nght) and slide onto steering wheel adapter

5 Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with lock nut and large flat washer previously removed Tighten securely.

6 Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

7. 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

HOWTO SET UP YOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood 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 "BATTERV in MAINTE NANCE section of this manual for charging instructions)

Label

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

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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 ad|ustment

knob securely.

NOTE; You may now roll or dnve your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR 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.

Release parking brake by depressing

2. clutch/brake pedal

Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Roll tractor forward off sidd

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

^WARNING; Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

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

Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position. Press lift lever plunger and raise

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

started, move throttle control to idle position

Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear. Slowly release clutch^rake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9 Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position Continue with the instructions that ft>ltow.

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ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELSTO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper position when

operating mower. Be sure №ey are

properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. 1 Slide gauge wheel bar down into

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top. Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten securely.

2. For ease of mower to tractor assem

bly, raise gauge wheels to highest position and retain with clevis pins

and spnng retainers NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower. See “TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation section of this manual

Retainer

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER

1. Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown. Be sure to jxisition brackets on correct side, as shown

2 Install hex bolts and lock nuts as

shown. Tighten hardware securely

NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are posi tioned in tab holes in deck brackets

Nose Roller

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level sirfaoe and mower suspension arms ate raised with attachment lift control. Erigage parking brake.

1 Cut and remove ties securing anti

sway bar and beits. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

2 Siide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor IMPORTANT; Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped,turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops. 4 Lower mower linkage with attachment

iift control

5. Be sure beit tension rod is in disen

gaged position.

6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

Place the susj^ension arms on outward pointing deck pins. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops up as shown

Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with single loop retainer springs as shown

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9. Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and

insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between the plate assembly and mower brackets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. IMPORTANT; Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves.

10. Engage belt tension rod by pushing

rod into locking bracket.

A CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly.

11. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

12.If equipped, turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension.

13. Raise deck to highest position.

14. Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes. Con-ect tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

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

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower 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 replac

ing motion, mower drive, and mow^ blade

drive belts in the Sen/ice 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 foe brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

Belt Tension Rod

Disengaged Position

Chassis Bracket'

Gauge Wheel

Lock Bracket

Suspension Arms Double Loop Retainer Spring (Outward pointing deck pins)

Electric Clutch

Front Suspention Brackets

Front Plate

Assembly

Double Loop Retainer Springs

Flanged

Deflector Sheild

Single Loop

Retainer

Springs

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t/CHECKUST

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

^ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

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

charged.(Minlmum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

/ All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, №e tires were overinflated at the factory),

✓ Be sure mower deck is property leveled

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

results. (Tires must be property inflated

for leveling).

/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys and Inside all belt keepers.

/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important items: / Engine oil Is at proper level. / Fuel tank is fllled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

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

/ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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OPERATION

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY

CAUTION OR

WARNING

|ST^

(§)

ENGINE ON

FUEL CHOKE

ENGINE OFF

l\l

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

ATTACHMENT

♦

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

■fir

OIL PRESSURE

a| SI

LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

MOWER HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

N H L (d

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

{SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

LIGHT

•m

MOWER LIFT

»1!

PARKING BRAKE

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

4" ^

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of

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

, Light Switch

Ammeter

Position

Throttle Control

Clutch/Brake Control

Choke Control

Attachment

Clutch Switch

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

Lift Lever Plunger

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off, THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutchit^ and braking the tractor and starting the engine. GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor.

ATTACHMENT UFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing Its position. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging (-). PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake into the brake position. HOURMETER - Indicates hours of operation.

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

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator

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

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

“BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in “EN

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

Choke "Disengaged” Sv^tch Pull OutTo

Push-In to Attachment Clutch

ControT\

Clutch/Brake Pedal “Drive" Position

“Disengaged" Position

Parking Brake

“Engaged" Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach

ment clutch switch to “DISENGAGED” position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop grourtd drive, depress clutch/

brake p^al into full “BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE-

• Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to “backfire".

• Turn ignition key to “OFF" position and

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

• Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT; Leaving the ignition sviitch in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead). NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas. ACAUTION: Always stop tractor com

pletely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc,

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

■ Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the ^arshift lever.

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

2. Move gearshift lever to desired

position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

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The cutting height range is approxi mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade fip 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.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

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

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels №en keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to

desired cutting height. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin

which secure each gauge wheel bar.

Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise

gauge wheels slightly to align holes in

bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

Besure all gauge \^eels are in the

5. same setting.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge wheels if you change the cutting height of the mower deck.

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.

AcAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Switch Pull Out To "Engage"

Push In To "Disengage"

Attachment Lift Lever High Position

Deflector

■ ' Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

ACAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing spreed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

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

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

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TOTRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift controi.

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

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

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of lying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

Low Position

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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH MENTS

Tow only the attachments №at 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 iose 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. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHARr In the Mainte

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oii with gasoiine. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tem

peratures below 32”F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. AWA№4ING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Stora^ Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

ACAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

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

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

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN GAGED” position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a coid engine start attempt. For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

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, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

7. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly.

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

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps

allowng the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slighUy for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the

.| j temperature.

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• The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up period and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly,

NOTE; If at a high attitude (above 3000 feet)

or in cotd tempCTatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be

ac^usted for best engine pOTormance, See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and A(|ustments section of this manual.

MOWINGTIPS

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

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

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

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished.

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried dip 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 the best cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used.

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES AS YCMJ COMFI-ETE REGULAJ^ SERVICE

Brake Operalion

Check Tire Preseure

Check Operator FVeeence and Interlock Syetems

Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminais Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Bett(s) Tension Adjust Motion Diwe Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spailt Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Fitter

1 - Chang« mora i^Aon whan c^paralirtg urtdar a haavy load or In high ambiant lamparaluraa. 5 2 - SarMica mora oAan «han oparaling in dirty or dus^ condKions. 6 3 • H acjuippad wMh cJ fiHar, ciung* oil avary 50 hourc. 7 4 • Rapiaca btadas mora oflan whan moving in sandy sol.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this fractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive fuli value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to property 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 heip your engine run better and iast longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

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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 ttie

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).

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

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

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

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure that operator presence and

interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as de scribed below, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachment 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

aliow access to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

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

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

5, Tighten bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT; Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated.

Trailing Edge Up

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

Hex Bolt (Grade 8)*

“A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

Identified by six lines on the bolt head.

Center Hole

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen ing blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while it is on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone bal ancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer).

NOTE; Do not use a nail for balancing

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

• Slide blade onto 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.

However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend Ks life.

Mandrel

Assembly

Blade

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• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

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

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to “leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse ttie battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean temninals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

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

6. Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY” in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual).

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

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANS AXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating tempierature.

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VISCOSITY GRADES

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■reMPEftATURE FW*3e ANTTCPATHl BEFORE NEXT OL 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. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

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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 wanm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

2. Remove cap from end of drain valve

and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

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 piosition as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain valve.

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

"PRODUCT SPECiFICATlONS" section of this manual.

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

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

Oil Drain Valve

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

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

stubborn dried gum fibers.

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

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

AIR FILTER

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

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

1. Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it to dry.

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

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

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

6. Remove nut and cartridge plate,

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace if necessary,

9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

10. Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

Foam ^ Pre-Cleaner

Cartridge

.Cartridge

Plate

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.

MUFFLER

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

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

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

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

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo

tive type wax.

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

22 engine life.

Rubber Seal

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

2. Place gearshift 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

1. Place attachment clutch in “DISEN GAGED” position.

2. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob to lowest setting.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket.

^ CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have

a tight grip on rod and release slowly.

5. Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

6. Remove four retainer springs from

front plate assembly and remove plate.

7. Remove retainer springs from

suspension arms at deck and disen

gage arms from deck.

8. Raise attachment lift to its highest

position.

9. Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

10. Slide mower out from under right side

of tractor.

Suspension

Belt Tension Rod {Disengaged Position)

Chassis

Bracket

Arms

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in “INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower white tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At tire 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.

• It adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on ftiaf side.

• To lower one ade of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

Electric Clutch Pulley

Front Piate Assembly

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway Bar

Retainer Springs (Both Sides)

.Front Mower

Bracket

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NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust ing.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side.lf the following front-to-back adjust ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front iinks 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. Chedk adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance “D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• 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 Ifont links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “E" on both front links an equal number of turns.

• When distance “D" is 1/8" to 1/2" iower at front than rear, tighten nut “F" against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL

IN LENGTH

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.

2. Lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket.

A CAUTION; Rod is spring loaded.

Have a firm grip on rod an release slowly.

4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H.

mandrel pulley.

8. Remove belt from electric clutch

pulley.

9. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

10. Check primary idler arm and two

idlers to see that they rotate freely.

11. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and spring arm.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

12. Install belt in both idlers.

13.Install new belt onto electric clutch

pulley.

14. Carefully roll belt into upper groove of

R.H. mandrel pulley.

15. Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly.

16. Reconnect R.H. suspension arm to

rear deck bracket with retainer spring.

17. Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover.

18. Engage belt tension rod by pushing

rod into locking bracket.

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Belt Tension Rod (Disengaged r.h Position) Mandrel

\^. Cover

Spring —A— Arm MandW

Electric Clutch

'Pulley

Idler Pulleys

R.H. Suspension

Arm ^

Primary Idler Atm

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

1. Remove mower drive belt (See “TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual).

3. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover,

4. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel

pulley.

5. Remove belt from center mandrel

pulley, idler ptulley, and R.H, mandrel pulley.

6. Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

7. Check secondary idler arm and idler pulley to see that they rotate freely,

8. Be sure sptring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and secondary spring arm,

9. Install new belt in lower groove of R.H. mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.

10. Carefully roll belt over L.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.

11. Reinstall L.H. mandrel cover.

12. Reinstall mower to tractor (See “INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT”

in the Assembly sect'ion of this manual).

13. Reassemble mower drive belt (See

“TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT” in this section of this manual).

LH. Secondary Idler Arm Mandreb '

Secondary Spring Arm

.Center

Mandrel

TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipt^d with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear 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 amn and nut “A" on brake rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A” until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut against nut "A”.

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary.

Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED"

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.

Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE

MOWER” in this section of this manual.) Disconnect clutch wire harness.

Remove clutch locator.

Remove belt from stationary idler and

4. clutching idler.

Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers. Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around electric dutch.

install new belt by reversing above

7. procedure.

R.H Mandrel

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Electric

Clutch

Clutching Idler

Stationary^ Idler

Transaxle Pulley

Clutch

Clutch Wire

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJ USTMENT

The transaxle should be In neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gat^ position. The adjustment is preset at the factory: however, lif adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N). NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

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

Tighten adjustment bolt securely. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever-

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

------

Neutral

Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN

MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instmctions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toein or camber, contact your nearest Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

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

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

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

Retaining Ring

Axle Cover,

Square Key (Rear Wheel Only)- '

Washers

TO STARTENGINEWITHAWEAK BATTERY

AcAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERr' 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 negative grounded system. The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

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

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

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES. REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Page 27

REPLACING BATTERY

^CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both tenninals 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 hood to raised position. Remove terminal guard.

Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. Reinstall terminal guard. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

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

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

Keps Nut

Terminal Access Door

Terminal Guard

Positive (Red) Cable

Negative (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT LAMP

CAUTION: When lit, the halogen lamps get extremely hot. Hold lamp assembly by the holder and do not touch the bulb.

1. Raise hood.

Disconnect harness from lamp assembly.

Rotate counterclockwise and pull lamp assembly out of the hole In the

backside of the grill.

Insert new lamp assembly and rotate clockwise to lock. Reconnect harness to lamp assembly.

5. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run pooriy, 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 hdder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

Raise hood.

Unsnap headlight wire connector.

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

To replace, reverse above procedure.

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 de scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment Is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check foat speed control lever is against stop screw. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle cable until lever is against screw. Tighten clamp screw securely.

Page 28

Idle Fuel Adjusting Needle '

Idle Speed

'Adjusting

' Screw

Throttle Control

able

Choke

CgdItqI

table

S‘°P Cla-lip So^S

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as de scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment Is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position.

2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (See “AIR FILTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

3. Choke should be closed. If It Is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely.

4. Reassemble air cleaner.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been present at the

factory and adjustment should not be

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

In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/ air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and the seats In carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight,

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1, Be sure you have a clean air filter, and

the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see “TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE” in the Service and Adjustinents section of this manual).

2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle In (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock wise) 1 turn.

FINAL SETTING-

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

NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory and cannot be adjusted.

2. Idle speed setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, engine should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attained.

3. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) until engine speed decreases and then turn out (counterclockwise) approximately 3/4 turn to obtain the

best low speed performance.

4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if

necessary,

ACCELERATION TEST-

5. 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 tamprer with the engine governor, which is liactory 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 qu^ilied service center, which has proper equip

ment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

Page 29

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.

ACAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoiine in the tank inside a bujidlng

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 №ey 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

FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT; It is important to prevent

gum deposites from forming in essential Kiel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also,

experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage №e fuel system of and engine while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and iet it run untii the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cieaner 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 ailow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oii (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 piug(s). OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

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

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

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

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

Page 30

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.

2. Engine not “CHOKED" properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment. qualified service center.

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

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and

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

8. Check all wiring.

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

10. Contact a Sears or other

Hard to start

Engine willnot

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug. 2. Replace spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter. 5, Stale or dirty fuel. 5. Drain fuel tank and refill

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not 1, Depress clutch/brake depressed.

2, Attachment clutch is 2. Disengage attachment

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.

5. Corroded battery tenninals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

a. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence swithch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2, Corroded battery temninals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuel filter. with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

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

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center..

pedal. clutch.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

5. Clean battery tenninals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1, Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Page 31

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too

CAUSE CORRECTION

fast. Throttle in "CHOKE” position. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. Dirty air filler. Low oil level/dirty oii.

Faulty spark plu^

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Set in "Higher Cut” position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil,

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

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

10. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

14.See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Excessive vibration

Engine continues

to run when operator

leaves seat

with attachment

clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections, if not corrected, contact a

Sears or other qualified

service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel,

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Page 32

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Mower blades will not rotate

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Wom/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive bell,

3. Replace idler pull^.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(If so equipped)

Battery will not charge 2. Poor cable connections.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven lire air

pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10.Improper blades used.

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

mandrels.

1. Switch is “OFF*.

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell (s).

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

1. Place throttle control in

*FASr position. Shift to slower speed. Allow grass to dry before

mowing. Level mower deck. Check tires for proper air pressure. 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.

1. Turn switch “ON".

2. Replace bulb(s) or

lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and

connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all

connections.

3. Replace regulator.

Englne“backfires” when turning engine “OFF”

1. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW” position

for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

1, Move throttle control to

“SLOW position and allow to idle for 30 secorKis before stopping engine.

Page 33

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER917.272230

IGNITION SWITCH

aRCUT “MAKe"

KsmON

OFF U+G«A1

RUN/LtGHT B+A1

B+A1 NONE

RUN

START B + S + A1 NONE

NONE

A2+L

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

posmoN

OFF

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

CIRCUtT

C + G. B + H

C+F. B+E.A+D

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

£. I

87aJL

U30

RELAY

Q F C

111

g g D A

Page 34

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

Page 35

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

PART

KEY

NO.

163465

74760412

7603J

145211

150109

145769

153664

71110408

175449

aaeoR

146148

175158

73510400

145491

160784

175442

175447

178451

131563

175141

175548

175549

178461

17490508

175448

109748X

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

NOTE:

\ inch = 25,4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Battery BoH, Hex 1/4-20x3/4 Tray, Battery Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 X 7-1/2 Holddown Battery Front Mount Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 Switch Interlook Push-In Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC X 1/2 Harness, Light Cable. Battery

Cable, Battery Fuse NutKepsHext/4-20UNC Cable, Ground Switch, Seat Switch, Ignition

Key, Mottled, Cransman Harness, Ignition Cover, Terminal Solenoid Ammeter 15 Amp Hourmeter Snap-In

Switch Ro 3 Pdt Red Delta Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x1/2 Lamp Assembly Relay Asm

Page 36

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

TRACTOR - -MODELNUMBER917.272230

Page 37

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

176554 Drawbar

3 17060612 Screw, 3/8-16 X 3/4

172542X418

STD533710 174996

11 13 175256 Panel, Dash, RH 14 17490608 17 174989

156437

23 124028X Bushing Snap 25

19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 26 STD541437 Locknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC 2B 174945X418 Grille, MS-558 29

174944X418 30 164919X615 Fender/Foolrest

139976

31 37 17490508 Screw, Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

38 175709 42 172545X599 43 172544X599 LensRH 58 174993 Duct Hood 60

STD533707 64 174997 Dash Lower STYT 74 STD541437 Nut Crawnlock 3/8-16 UNC 114 158112 Keeper Belt Rear Lh STL 115

17060620

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT

143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 175582 145

156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hrjod 154 174679 Bracket Dash Rh 155 174680 156 163805 Striker Plate 157 163806 Magnet YTGT 158 162037 159 155123X418 161

126938X Pinch-Welt Hood 166 164863 206 170165 207

17670508 209

17000612

145212

211 215 172543X615

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

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

Dash Bolt, Carnage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, LH

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Hood Assembly Plate Battery STYT

Lens, Grille

Bracket, Fender/Support

Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear Lens LH

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

Scew 3/8-16 X 1-1/4

Bracket Footrest STLT

Bracket Dash Lh

Parking Brake Bkrt Cupholder StI BIk

HWHDH:-Lo, #13-16 X 3/4 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 X 1/2 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4 Nut Hexflange Lock Bumper

Page 38

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

Page 39

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

KEY

PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

146682

3 123666X

A 12000028

5 121520X Strap, Torque 74 1370S7

6 17060512 Screw S/16-18 X 3/4 75 121749X

8 165866 Rod Shifter Fender STLT 76 STDS81075 g 174367 Clutch Elect EVX 77 123S83X

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 78 121748X 11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 79 STDS8002S 13 74550412

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 16 STD541431

18 STDS23710 BoltFlnHex3/8-16UNCx 1 83 19171216

19 STD541437 20 150280 21 106933X Knob 90 124346X 22

130804

178289 24 STD541237 Nut 113 127285X 25

106888X Spring, Brake Rod

STD551037 27 STDS61210 Pin

175798 Rod, Parking Brake 150 175456

175799X505

29 30

169592 Brackef, Transaxle 156 166002

32 STD523107 34

175578 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 159 165494

120183X 36 STD551062 37 STDS71810 38

165936 Pulley, Idler, Flat 163 74780416 Bolt HexFinl/4-20Uncx1GrS 39 74760648 40 175461 Spacer, Split .395 x .59 41 175556 42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12

127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 17Q 173B98 48

154407 49

123205X Retainer, Belt 198 169593

50 STD52371S Bolt 51 STD541437 52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC 204 53

105710X Link, Clutch

105709X

56 17060616 Screw 3/8-16 k 1 57

130801

169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

T ransdxle (See Breakdown) Peeriess206-545C Spring, Return, Brake 63 175417 Pulley, Clutch Pulley, Transaxle Ring, Retainer

Bolt 1/4-28 UNFW/Patch Gr. 8

Nut Lock Hx W/lns S/16-18unc

GrS

Nul

Bolt Hex 7/16-20x4-1/4

Rod, Brake Bracket Asm Antl-Rolate EVX

Washer

Cap, Parking Brake 151 19133210

Bolt 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount

Bearing, Nylon Washer Roll Pin 182

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16x3

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Ga. 169 165580

Bellcrank Clutch Gmd Drv Stl

Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC Gr. 5

Spring, Clutch Return

V-Belt, Ground Drive

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

17060612 123533X

126197X

65 66 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof

80 145090 81

165592

82 165711

84 166231

150360

85 89

158391X418 Console, Shift, STLT

96 STD624003 Retainer Spring 1"

19091210

112

72140608

116 120 73900600 Nut Lock 3/8-16

74490540

145

161 72140406

73680400

164 19091010

165623

165 166 166880 Screw 5/16-18 X 5/8

168 165492

197 169613

202 72110612 Bolt Carr. SH 3/8-16x1-1/2

17060512 Screw 5/16-18 X 3/4 SMGML

212 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

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

Screw 3/8-16x3/4 Cover, Pedal

Washer

Spacer, Axle

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

E-RIng Key, Square 2.0 X .1845/.1865 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 X 16 Ga Key Woodruff Arm, Shift Shaft /\sm Cross Tapered 650 20 Spring, Torsion Washer 17/32 X 3/4 X 16 Ga. Link Transaxle Nut, Nylock

Nul, Setf-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 X 10 Gauge

Strap Torque 90 Degrees Bolt RDHD 3/8-16 X 1

Bolt, Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 SpacerRetainer Washer 13/32 X 2 X 10 Ga,

Washer Srrted 5/16ID x 1.125

Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt Boll Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.S Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 U nc

WasherS/8x.281 x lOGa Bracket Pivot Lever

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X.561

Plate Fastening LI

Keeper Belt Trahsaxle Gear Nyliner Snap-In

WasherNyllner

Page 40

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

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Page 41

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

KEY NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 2 172393 3 4 S 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 8 12000029 Ring, Klip 10 175121 12 13 15 145212 17 177883 29 17060612 32 170162 33 19111216 34 STD551131 35 73540500 36 155105 Bushing, Steering 37 38 175140X418 Insert, Steering Wheel 40 STD541537 Gripco Nut 41 159945 Adaptor, Steering Wheel 42 174530X418 Boot, steering Shaft 43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 46 121232X Cap, Spindle 65 160367

67 72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace 71 72 19182411

82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

87 173966 Washer Flat ,781 x 1 1/2 x ,14

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

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

PART

175139X418 Steering Wheel

169840 Spindle tesembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, tihi.

121748X

73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Linf

136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front

152927 Screw

175146

175553 Clip steering

1 inch = ZS.4 mm

Axle Assembly Cast Iron

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

Draglink

Nut Hexfiange Lock Shaft Assembly, Steering

Screw, 3/8-16 X 3/4

Rod, Tie Washer 11/32 X 3/4 X 16 Ga/ Washer Lock Hvy Spr. 5/16

Locknut 5/16-24 Unf

Spacer Brace /txle

Steering /ksm.

Washer 9/16 Id x 1-1/20d 11 G ZIn

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ENGINE

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

Page 43

ENGINE

TRACTOR - -MODELNUMBER917.272230

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

175439

3 Engine, {See Breakdown) Kohler Model

149723 Muffler

5 146699 Pipe Exhaust LH 6 146700 Pipe Exhaust RH 6 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 UNCx 3/4 w/Sems 10 146629 Shield. Heat Muffler

13 24-041-02 Muffler Gasket (See Engine Breakdown) 14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 11050600 Washer, Lock, External Tooth 3/8

17 17490624 23 169837 Shield, Browning / Debris Guard 25 175441 Choke Control 26 73920600 29 137180 Kit, Spark Arrestor

31 157103 Tank Fuel

161696

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

34 106082X Pad, Spacer

37 8543R Line, Fuel

38 148315

39 109227X Pad, Idler

45 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-2G UNC

M73O3OBO0

101

164863

1Q2 111 10010500 Washer Split

NOTE: A)) component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Control, Throttle

Number CV20S.65570

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1-1/2

Nut, Keps 3/8-24 UNF

Cap Asm Fuel

Plug Drain Oil Easy

Nut Flange MB-1.2S Screw Hwhd H.-Lo#13016 x3/4

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

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

1 175134 Seat 14 72050412 Boit, Carriage 1/4-20x1-1/2

2 140551 Bracket, Pivot. Seat 15 121249X Spacer, Split

3 71110616 Bott 16

4 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge

5 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 18 124238X Cap Spring Seat 6 STO541437 Nut 21 171852 Bolt. Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 7 12418IX Spring, Seat 22 STD541431 Nut 8

17000616

19131614

1011174894

177957

1213121246X

121248X

Screw 3/8-16x1-1/2 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Pan. Seat Emboss QCK Conn. Knob Seat Bracket, Switch Mounting Bushing, Snap

123740X Spring

17 123976X

24 19171912 Washer 17/32x1-3/16x12

25 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

Ah component dimensions given In U.S. Inches

NOTE:

1 incii = 25.4 mm

Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5

Gauge

Page 45

DECALS

PART

KEY

NO. NO.

177888

177249

177909

177910

156368

5 6 133644 7 177967 8 177918

g 177917

156439

172331

146046

177890

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER917.272230

11 B

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Hood/Seat Name Pie. Decal, Replacement Parts Decal, Hood, R.H. Decal, Hood, LH. Decal, Fender STLT Opr Inst Decal, Customer Maintenance Decal, DashPnl Decal, ENCN KP 20 Sears LTX RH Decal. ENCN KP 20 Sears LTX LH

Decal .Fender Danger Decal, Deck Heavy Duty Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic Decal, Strg Wheel

NO. NO.

175291 Decal, V-Belt Schematic

177889

138047

154757 Decal, Hp Engine

17 18 177913

177918

149516

174969 Reflector

21 22 174970

- -

138311

- -

174998X418

- -

174999X418

- -

177852 177853

- -

DESCRIPTION

Decal Repic Derral, Battery Diehard

Decal, Panel Side

Decal, Blower Housing Decal, Battery Ongr/Psn Eng

Reflector Decal, Lift Handle Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART NO. NO.

59192

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 177750 Tire, Front

4 59904 Tube, Front Tire

106732X417 278H

9040H

106108X417 177751

7152J

104757X417

144334

NOTE; Ali component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Valve Cap, Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Rim, Front Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel

Only)

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Rim, Rear Tire, Rear

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

Page 46

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER917.272230

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 176263 PlungerAssembly

2 159476 Shall Assembly, Lift 3 138284 Pin, Groove 4 12000002 E-RIng S 19211621 6 120183X Bearing, Nylon

175830

11 175370 Link, Lift, L.H. 12

175371

4939M 15 175562 16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC 17 175689 18 73800800 Nut Lock w/wsh 1/2-13 UNC

20 163552 Retainerspring

31 176205 Bearing, FM, Uft Spherical 32 175994 Nut, Un Uhk 7/16-20 36

155097 37 123935X 38 17060516 Screw 5/16-18 X1

40 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga 41 155098

49 145212 Nut Hex/Large Lock 51 19171416 Washer 52 175802

53 175378 Suspension Arm LH

&l 175560 Pin Flange

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

Grip, Handle, Fluted

Link, Uft, R.H. Retainerspring Link, Front

Trunnitxi

Pointer Height Indicator Plug Hole

Indicator Height Stit

Suspension Arm RH

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER917.272230

Page 49

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

PART

KEY NO. NO.

174348

1 3 138017 5 493961 6 130832

Bar)

174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade

11 173920 Blade 13 174360

174358 Housing,Mandrel

14 15 110485X

174493 Stripper Mandrel Deck

72110610

17 18 72140505

132827

174378 Baffle, Vortex Mower

20 21 73680500 24 105304X 25 178102 26 110452X

174346X428 Deflector Shield

19111016

131491 Rod, Hinge

29 30 157722 31 129963 32 177865 33 178342

36 19131316 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x 16 Ga,

173437 Pulley, Idler, Flat

39 174375 42 165723 43 174373 Arm. Idler Secondary

45 174343 Cover, Mandrel Deck

46 137729 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20x5/8

47 174369 V-Bei, Mower, Secondary

48 174368 V-Bell, Mower, Primary

73680600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

SO 72110612 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16x1-1/2

52 175820

DESCRIPTION

Deck Weldment Mower 48 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar Retainer Spring Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway

Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel Bolt RDHDSq Neck 3/8-

16x1.25 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8 Bolt, HexHd, Shoulder 5/16-18

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18UNC Cap, Sleeve Spring,Torsion Nut, Push

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Screw, Thdroll Washer Head Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

Pulley, Mandrel Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

Pulley, Idler, Driven Spacer, Retainer

Gr. 5 Pulley Idler Flat

KEY PART NO. NO.

54 74780616 55

72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 X 1

155986X431 BarPntAdJ.

156941 Pin Head Rivet

72 19131312

91 175996 92 73680600 94 176066 Noseroller 95 175384 97 133943 98 174370 99 175080 Pulley IdlefV

100 72110616 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 2 107 175294 Baffle Vac Edge Mower 108 72110404 Bolt Carr. 109 73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20

175016 Arm Spring Secondary

110 112 174387 Link Tension Relief Lever 113 72110508 Bolt Carr. 5/16-18 X1 114 174384 115 174609 Arm Spring Tension Relief

116 137644 Bolt, Shoulder 117 174873 116 73930600 119 19121414 121 174371 122 174606 Bushing Pivot Tension Relief 126 174372 130 17060616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1.0 132 17490612

- - 175312 Deck Complete (Std. Deck-

- -

174356 Mandrel Asm. Service

All component dimensions given in U. S.

NOTE: Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 X 1

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12

Bracket Asm. Noseroller LH Nut Lock Hex 3/8-16

Bracket Asm Noseroller RH

Washer Hardened

Spring PrimaryDrlve

Tertslon Asm. Relief Lever

Gauge Wheel Nut. Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. Spring Secondary Drive

Arm, Idler, Primary Deck

Screw Thdroi 3/8-16 X 3/4

Order separately mulcher plate and gauge wheel components Key Nos. 101-

1O6and116-110)

(Includes Key Nos. 13-15)

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE • • MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER917.272230

' I*-.»

*io ^ ^

M -

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER917.272230

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE • - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

1 772147 2 780O86A 3

770128

776395 5 776409 e 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth)

778369 Spur Gear (IS teeth)

6A 7 778330 e

792180 Shift Key BA

792047 9

784352 Shift Collar 10 784378 11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352

Л8309

12 13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth)

14 778368 IS 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 59 778351

17 786188 18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 61

792077A Ball 5/16'da 65

20 21 792078 22 792079

792073A Screw 1/4-20x1-1/4' 69

25 25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 X 1-3/8'

792125

26 27 792035 Retaining Ring 71B 28 788040 Retaining Ring 76 780090 29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID X.031W 77 29A 780160 29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 ID x.031 W 82 29C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer .632 30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W 83

780001

31A 780195 Flat Washer .750 ID x .062W

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 34 780194 Bushing. 563 180 730229A Gear Oil 80W90 35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID 900 3SA 780197 36 790075 Brake Disk 37 790007 Brake Pad Plate 38 799021 39 786026 Dowel Pin 1 inch =;25.4 mm 40 792076A

Traosaxle Cover 41A 790079 Needle Beating 5/8' 42 Transaxle Case Countershaft 43 Output Shaft 44

Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Woodruff Key #9 49

SNA Rod & Fork 51

Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth)

(Include, 14) 56 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) (Include. 13) SB

Drive Pin

Set Screw 3/8 -16 x 3/8"

Spnng.310 0DX.625 L

Retaining Ring (pkg of 2)

Thrust Washer .762 ID X.031W

Flat Washer .750 IDx .056W

(Use As Needed) 87

Flanged Bushing .751

Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

Flat Washer .312 ID x .059W

KEY

PART

NO.

792073A

42A

792085A 792075 Locknut 5 /16 - 24 790025 Brake Pad Holder

786066

786086

774690

774691 Axle (16 -1 / 2' long)

7783S6

778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth) 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)

776350

778346 Spur Gear (15 teeth)

778355

778337 Spur Gear (13 teeth)

778353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)

60 778349

778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth)

780189 Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W

776422

776396 Shifter & Brake Shaft

792170

786187

788069 Square Cut Ring 788092

788078A

792144 Spring .430 ODX.5000 L 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13

778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

792154 Oil Fill Plug

788089A Oil Seel 9/16' 150 788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone 157

788088A Oil Seal 3 /4"

794712

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

NOTE;

DESCRIPTION

Brake Lever Screw 1/4 - 20 X 1-1 /4" Screw 1/4 - 20 X 2 1/4"

Spacer .2625 x 1.0 Brake Lever Bracket

Axle (11-15/16" Long)

Spur Gear (29 teeth)

Spur Gear (19 teeth) Spur Gear (16 teeth)

Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Spur Gear (21 teeth) Spur Gear (24 teeth)

Input Shaft

Retaining Ring Spacer .890

"O' Ring Flat Washer 1.128 ID x .058W Inverted Retaining Ring

teeth)

ReplacementMST - 206-545C Transaxle

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65570

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

LI \

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iT ’*

cbankcaseT

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22-

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S,TYPE NUMBER 65570

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

HEAtWALVETBREATHER

PART

KEY NO. NO.

24-033-03-S

24-041-23-S

2 3 24-096-59-S 4 M-64S020

5 X-75-23-S

6 25-351-01-S

24-755-66-S

a 24-411-05-8 9 24-041-08-3

10 24-318-12-S 11 25-186-01-S

12 24-599-01 -S

13 M640034-S 14 12-086-16-S 15 24-755-74-S 16 24-153-16-S

17 24-086-32-S

18 24-445-01-S

19 24-016-01-S

24-016-02-S

24-017-01-S

24-017-02-S

21 24-032-05-S

235011-S

24-089-02-8

12-173-01-S

12-7S5-03-S

24-318-11-S

24-755-76-S

25-313-02-S

24-755-57-S

M-545016-S

30 31 24-445-02-S

24-1 26-44-S

24-112-12-S

24-294-06-S

35 24-326-13-S

24-326-14-S

X-426-9-S

DESCRIPTION

Kit, breather cover w/gasket (Includes 2,3) Gasket, breather Cover, breather Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x20 (4) Plug, alien hd. l/fi" Lifter, valve (4) Kit, valve train (Includes

8,11,12)

Rod, push (4) Gasket, cylinder head (2) Head assembly, #2 cylinder Arm, rocker (4) Pivot, rocker arm (4) Screw, hex, flange M6x1,0x34 (4) Screw, hex. flange

Ml0x1.5x90 (8) Kit, valve cover - plain (Includes 16,17) O-Ring Screw, shoulder (4) Strap, lifting Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) Valve, exhaust (,25) (2) Valve, Intake (Std.) (2) Valve, intake (.25) (2) Seal, valve stem (2) Retainer, spring (4)

Spring, valve (4) Cap, valve spring (4) Kit, retainer (4)

Head assembly, #1 cylinder

Kit, valve cover - breather

(Inci. 16,17,28)

Grommet, rubber

Kit, breather separator

(Includes 28,30-33)

Screw, hex, flange

M5x0.8x16 (2)

Strap, breather

Bracket, breather separator

Spacer

Fitting

Hose, breather

Clamp, hose (2)

CRANKCASE

PART

KEY NO. NO.

1 24-032-01-S

2 3 24-294-13-S

4 12-380-17-S

5 24-067-13-S

24-067-14-S

24-874-01-S

24-874-02-S 24-874-03-S 24-874-14-S

7 24-108-01-S

24-108-02-S

24-108-03-S

8 24-018-01-S 9 12-422-09-S

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

12-422-12-S 10 24-010-06-S 11

24-089-35-S 12 24-089-34-3 13 52-139-09-S 14

M-545010-S

15 24-018-04-S 16 24-402-05-S 17 12-1S3-01-S 18 24-126-19-S 19 12-123-04-S 20 M-545016-S

21 12-153-02-S 22 24-038-04-S

23 24-755-46-S

24 12-153-03-S

25 12-380-04-S 26 M-631005-S 27 12-032-01-S

28 X-25-102-S 29 24-144-01-S

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S.

Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Seal, oil front Crankcase (USE: Miniblock 24 782 05) Fitting Pin, dowel locating (6)

Connecting Rod (Std.) (2) Connecttng Rod (.25) (2)

Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (2)

(Includes 7,8) Piston w/Ring Set (.25) (2)

Piston w/RIng Set (.50) (2)

Piston w/ring set (.08) Ring Set (Std.) (2) Ring Set (.25) (2) Ring Set (.50) (2) Retainer, piston pin (4) Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Shim, camshaft ¡A.R.) Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Shim, camshaft Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Camshaft (includes 11,12) Spring aCT (Heavy) Spring acr (light) Plug, cup Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x10 (2)

Retainer, reed (2) Reed, breather (2)

0-Rlng, lower oil fill tube

Bracket, oil fill tube Tube, oil fill Screw, hex, flange M5x0.8x16 O'RIng, upper oil fill tube Dipstick assembly (Includes 22,23)

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 23)

O-Ring, dipstick

Pin, hitch Washer, plain 6 mrn Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer, plain 1/4"

Shaft, governor cross

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S,TYPE NUMBER 65570

IGNITIOWELECTRICAL

1:::

'vU”

AIR INTAKE

1« 2fl^

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES

13 —

12.

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S.TYPE NUMBER 65570

TRACTOR- • MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

IGNITIOWCHARGING KEY PART

NO. NO.

54-755-1S-S

M-403025-S

X-26-92-S

24-112-04-S

25.086-47-3

24-157-03-S

12-086-14-S

12-468-03-S

X-42-15-S

24- 025-04-S 25- 403-03-S

X-25-92-S

244)86-18-3

13 14

23660 2-S

54-755-09-3

12-132-06-3

M-548025-S

235173-S

48-154-02-S

X-25-63-S 24-584-01-S

M-545020-S

NOT

ILLUSTRATED

24-126-71-3

X-22-11-S 24-176-79-S

24-518-12-S 24- 113-18-3

25- 454-03-S

DESCRIPTION

Kit, grass screen (Includes 2-4,and 24 113

18) Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25

(4)

Washer, plain 5/16" (4) Spacer, grass screen (4) Bolt, shoulder M6 XI .0 XI6 S(4) Fan Screw, hex. flange MIOxI .5x46 Washer, plain 3/8". Key Flywheel Rectifier-regulator Washer, plain 3/16” (2) Screw, Phillips hd. 11-16x7/

8(2)

Connector (3 contact)

Kit, 15 amp stator

(Includes 24 126 71) Spark Plug (2) Screw, hex. cap MSx0.8x25

(2)

Clip, cable

Washer, plain 1/4"

Module, Ignition (2)

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20 (4) Bracket, stator wire

Washer, lock 1/4”

Harness, wiring Lead, black (rect.-reg. 5” 12 gauge Insulated grip barrel (eyelets) Decal, grass screen Tie, wire (3)

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. 1 24-027-20-3

2 24-100-01-3 3

25-139-16-S 4 24-100-02-3 5

M-54S020-S

6 M-54S016-S

M-551016-S

3 M-645016-S 9

24-146-16-3

10 24-146-20-S 11 24-063-20-S

12 24-063-14-3

13 24-063-30-3

24-063-23-3

15 M-545010-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-096-66-S

- - 24-086-06-S

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 24-164-06-S

2 M-65105S-S

3 24-041-01-S

4 24-041-14-S

5 24-094-18-S 6 24-041-13-S 7 24-109-09-S 8 24-083-05-S 9 24-083-03-S

10 231032-S 11 24-096-01-S 12 12-100-01-S 13 24-096-73-S 14 54-755-01-S

15 24-153-15-S 16 25-341-03-S 17 24-063-51-3

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

description

Housing, blower

(Incl, 2-4)

Nut plastic (3) Plug, button 9/16

Nut, plasUc (2) Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20 (4) Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 (3) Screw, hex. flange MSx0.8x16 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (6) Plate, bacldng - # 2 side Plate, backing - # 1 side Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2 side

Baffle, valley - #2 side

Baffle, cylinder barrel^/ 1 side

Baffle, valley - #1 side Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x10 (2)

Cover, control Screw, Phillips hd. 11-16x3/

4" (2)

DESCRIPTION Manifold, intake

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x55 (4) Gasket, intake manifold (2)

Gasket, air cleaner base

Base, air cleaner

Gasket, fuel spitback cup Cup, fuel spitback Precleaner, element Element, air cleaner Seal, breather Cover, Inner air cleaner

Wing Nut

Cover, air cleaner Kit, knob with seal (Includes IS & 16) O-Ring Knob, cover Baffle, fuel spit-back

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S,TYPE NUMBER PS-65570

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

STARTING SYSTEM

PART

KEY NO.

1 M-839070-S !

2 24-096-05-S 1 3 M-8390S0-S :

4 12-468-01-S ' 5 25-098-07-S : 6 12-221-01-S 1

7 12-227-13-S 1 8 12-211-01-S 1 9 12-755-54-S 1

12-170-05-S

ENGINE CONTROLS

PART

KEY

NO.

SM-642025-S

2 24-090-14-S 3 M-641060-S 4

24-089-01-S

25-158-08-S 6 24-079-04-S 7 25-158-11-S 8 M-547050-S 9 24-089-03-S

24-126-56-S

M-64S016-S

12-237-01-S

M-546016-S

24-090-07-S

24-468-01-S

24-089-18-S

M-446030-S

24-090-13-S

18 19 M-545020-S

20 24-089-51-S

24-090-05-S

41-468-03-S

22 23 M-403025-S

24-079-05-S

NO. 1

12-227-18-S 1

DESCRIPTION Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x70 Cover, pinion Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x80 Washer, plain 11/32" (3) Starter, (Includes 6-11) Kit, brush

Cap

Bolt, thru (2) Kit, drive

Cap, drive end

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 Lever, governor Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 Spring, linkage Bushing, linkage retaining Linkage, throttle Bushing, throttle linkage

Nut, hex. lock M5x0.8 Spring, choke return Bracket, control Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (4) Clamp, cable (2) Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 (1)

Lever, throttle actuator Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3) Spring, governor

Nut, hex M4x0.7

Lever, throttle control

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20

Spring, throttle limiter

Lever, choke

Washer, spring 1/4"

Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25

Linkage, choke

Armature

OIL PANA.UBRICATION

KEY PART

NO.

M-64502S-S

M-631005-S

2 3 24-199-07-S

24-393-08-S

24-123-05-S

24-162-26-S

24-043-12-S

8 12-380-01-S

9 52-448-02-S

12-144-02-S

10 11 24-153-08-S 12 X-75-32-S 13 24-136-01-S

14 52-050-02-S 15 52-032-08-S 16 24-086-17-S

17 24-086-16-S

18 X-75-10-S

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25 (2) Washer, plain 6 mm (2) Pan, oil assembly (Includes 1,2, & 4-10) Oil pump assembly (Includes 5) Tube, oH pickup

Screen, oil

Kit, governor gear w/pin

(Includes 8) Pin, governor regulating

Tab, locking

Shaft, governor gear

O-RIng

Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8" Nipple, oil filter Filter, oil Seal, oil (PTO end) Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45 (9) Plug. sq. hd. solid 3/8" N.P.T.F.

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S,TYPE NUMBER 65570

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272230

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S.TYPE NUMBER 65570

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 24-014-42-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 2 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

DESCRIPTION

EXHAUST KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 24-041-02-S Gasket, exhaust (2) 2 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 24-522-62 Short Block

- - 24-782-05 Miniblock

-- 24-755-03-S Gasket Set

DESCRIPTION

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART NO. NO.

24-853-25-S 24-041-15-S

24-053-25

24-041-14-S

M-629095-S

M-641060-S

47-154-01-S

24-353-03-S

X-426-9-S

24-086-12-S

24-393-16-S

24-100-01-S

15-353-04-S

24-050-02-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-757-18-S 24-757-19-S

24-757-20-S 24-757-22-S

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S.

Inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Kit, carburetor w/gaskets (Includes 2-4) Gasket, carburetor

Carburetor assembly (For Information only not available separately) (Includes 24 757 18, 24-757-19, 24-757-20, 24 757-22) Gasket, air cleaner base Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)

Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 (2) Clip, cable Line, fuel 10-5/8' (2) Clamp, hose (6) Screw, hex. cap. M6x1.7x18

(2)

Pump, fuel - pulse Nut, plastic (2) Line, fuei 11-1/2" Filter, fuel

Kit, overhaul w/gaskets

Kit, choke repair w/gaskets Kit, gasket Kit, soienoid replacement w/gaskets

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL

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operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

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Craftsman 917.272230 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY

I. GENERAL OPERATION

II. SLOPE OPERATION

DO NOT;

III. CHILDREN

IV. SERVICE

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

REPAIR AGREEMENT

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

HOWTO SET UP YOURTRACTOR

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

STOPPING

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

TOTRANSPORT

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

TRACTOR

AIR FILTER

ENGINE OIL FILTER

SPARK PLUGS

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

CLEANING

TRACTOR

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

TO STARTENGINEWITHAWEAK BATTERY

TO REPLACE FUSE

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

ENGINE

TRACTOR

BATTERY

ENGINE

ENGINE OIL

CYLINDER(S)

DECALS

MOWER DECK

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION