Craftsman 917.272244 User Manual

Owner's Manual

20.0 HP
ELECTRIC START

48" MOWER
AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272244

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

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

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

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 prn, Man - Sat

Warranty ............................................... 2

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

Product Specifications .......................... 6

Assembly .............................................. 8

Operation ............................................ 12

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18

Maintenance ....................................... 18

Service and Adjustments .................... 22

Storage ............................................... 29

Troubleshooting ................................. 30

Repair Pads ........................................ 34

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover

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

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's
manual, Sears wLIIrepair 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 available but a tdp charge will apply. This warranty applies only

while this product is in the United States.
ThisWarranty 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 limitedto, damage
caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting
objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

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

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

contained in the owner's manual.

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. 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 BATrERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines
the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War-
rarity 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 specificlegal dghts, and you may also have other rights
which may vary from state to state.

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

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MPORTANT: This cuttng machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwingobjects. Failure to observe the followingsafety instructionscould result in
serious inju_ or death.

L GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and to[low all
instructionsinthe manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsibleadults,who are
familiar withthe instructions,to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objectssuchas rocks,

toys,wire, etc., which couldbe picked
up endthrown by the blade.

• Be surethe area is dear ofother people

before mowing. Stop machineif anyone

enters thearea.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do nuf mow in reverse unless absolutely

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

• Be aware Ofthe mowerdischarge
directionand do not point it at anyone.

Do notoperatethe mower withouteither

the entiregrasscatcheror theguard in

place.

• Slowdown beforeturning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades,set
parkingbrake,stop engine,and remove
keys beforedismounting.

• Turn off bladeswhen not mowing.

• Stop engine before removinggrass

catcheror uncloggingchute.

• Mow onlyin daylightor good artificial

light.

• Do notoperate the machine while under
the inf_ance of alcohel or drugs.

• Watch fortrafficwhen operating near or

crossingroadways.

• Use extra care when Ioadlm:Jor unload-

ingthe machine intoa trailerortruck.

• Data indicatesthat operators,age 60
years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-ralated

injuries. These operatorsshould

evaluate theirabilityto operate the riding

mower safely enoughto protectthem-
selves and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

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

or otherdebris which can cause build-
up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the
machine. Allow m._chieeto cool before

storage.

I1.SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related toleas-of-

controlandtipover accidents, whichcan re-
sult in severe injury or death. All slopes

requireextra caution, Ifyou cannotbackup

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.
DO:

• Mow up and downslopes,not across.

• Remove obstaclessuch as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, orbumps. Uneven

terraincouldoverturnthemachine. Tat/

grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

Fo_lowthe manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-
weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopesunlessnecessary,

and then, turnslowlyand gradually
downhill,|f possible.

• Do notmow neardrop-effs,ditches,or

embankments. The mower could
suddenlyturnever if a wheel is overthe

edgeof a cliffor ditch,or if an edge

caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass.Reduced

tractioncould cause sliding.

• DOnot try tostabilizethe machine by
puttingyourfoot on the ground.

• Donotuse grass catcher onsteep

slopes.

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IlL CHILDREN
Tragic accidentscan occur ifthe operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Childrenare oftenattracted to the
machineand the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

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

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

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

• Never carry children. They may fall oft

and be sedously injuredor intedere
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 vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow

engine to COOlbefore refueling. 0o

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container insidewhere there is an
open flame, suchas a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especiallyblade
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 debds build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodng.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never mare ad_Jstments 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 recommendedparts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when sew c ng 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. 3"hey may lall 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 ifchildren

enter the area.

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

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

• Remove obstaclessuch as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts,orbumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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• Use slowspend. Choose a low gear so
that you will nothave to stop or shift
while on the slope.

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

blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.

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

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

_)&Lock for this symbolto point out

important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!J! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY ISINVOLVED.

,_kCAUTION: In order to prevent
accidental startingwhen setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.

•(_CAUTION: Do notcoast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose controlofthe
tractor.

_CAUTION; Tow onlythe attachments
that are recommended by and comply
with specificationsof the manufacturer of
your tractor. Use common sense when
towing. Operate only at the lowest

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy ofa load, while on a slope, is
dangerous. Tires can lose tractionwith
the ground and cause you to lose control
of yourtractor.

_WARNING: Engineexhaust some of
its consttuants,and certain vehicle

components containor emit chemicals
known to the State of Californiato cause
cancer and birthdefects or other repro-

ductive harm.
4_WARNING: Batter,!posts, terminals

and related accessones contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of Californiato cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductiveharm.
Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED
AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 10W30

(ABOVE 32°F)

(API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°1=)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS

WiOFILTER:4.0PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030")

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0-5,5
(MPH): REVERSE: 0-2.4

TIREPRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING
SYSTEM: 15AMPS @3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240
CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 45-55 FT, LBS.
TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase
of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give you
the best possible dependability and

performance.
Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a
Sears or other qualifiedservice center.

We have competent, well-trainedtechni-
cians and the proper tools to service or
repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.
Always observethe "SAFETY RULES",

REPAIR AGREEMENT
A Repair Agreement is available on this

product, Contactyour nearest Sears
storefor details,

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Fellow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, cadng for and using yourtractor.

• Followthe instructionsunder "Mainte-
nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: Thistractor is equipped

with an internal combustionengine and

should not be usedon or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-covered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

orstate laws (ifany). If a spark arraster is
used, it should be maintained in effective

working orderby the operator.

In the state of Californiathe above is
requiredby law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resoumes Code).
Other states may have similarlaws.

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

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Steering

Wheel insert Steedng Sleeve

(1) W_

17/32 x 1-,3/16x 12 Gauge

Steering Wheel

i_(1) Knob

(5) Retainer Springs

(2) Retainer Springs (single loop)

_r" (4) Adjusting Bar Gauge Wheels

_ _--_ (4) RetainerSpdngs

Mower (2)Flanged

| (doub,e,oop)

3/8-16

_,_4> Wheels <4,Washers L_..._J [_"

Nose Rolle_

(2) Locknuts
5/16-18

Video Cassette Keys

3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga?_=.f

Nose Roller_

-- Nose Roller

_/r (2) Hex Bolts

S . _"_/(2) W ashers_=._._'

5/1_-1_x 1 _ 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.--

(2) Keys

(1)FrontPlate _"

Assemb,y _

(4,L_clevisPins_j

(4) Shoulder Bolt

Slope Sheet

ForFutureUse

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory withexception of those parts left

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

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

I( )1 Look Nut

are listed below.
(2) 9/16" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/

(1) 1/2" wrench drive ratchet

I _ I_ge Flat Washer

(1) Utility knife (1) Pliers
(1) "nrepressure gauge

When dght or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

SteeringWheel ___
Adapter_

view, when you are in the operating

position(seated behind the steering

wheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

Steering Shaft t, _._, _,_

Steering ]_ , u ,,

¥ . _ iii

-.-I ,?, ,,,

UNPACK CARTON

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

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of carton, and lay
panels flat.

3. Remove mower and packing mated-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
CHECK BATTERY

1. Lifthood to raised position.
NOTE: ifthis battery is put intoservice

after month andyear indicated on label
(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimumof one hourat 6-10
amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions). .....

)

1. Remove Iocknut and large flat washer
from steering shaft.

2. Position front wheels of the tractor so

/ Label

they ere pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steedng sleeve over the
steering shaft.

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

5. Secure steering wheel te steedng
shaft with Iocknut 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.

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.
1, Remove adjustment knob and fiat

washer securing seat to cardboard
packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

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

cardboard packing and discard,

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

8 slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat
towards rear oftractor.

5. Pivotseat and pan forward and
assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

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

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press
clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate
instruction bek_w to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and

function of controls)

t. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftleverto itshighest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing
brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing positionto disengage transmis-
sion (See "TO TRANSPORT' in the

Operationsection of this manual),

4. Rolltractorforward off skid,
TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)
_1_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understandand follow all instructionsIn
the Operation sectionof this manual. Be

suretractoris in a well-ventilated area. Be
surethe area in front oftractorIs clear of

other people and objects.

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

2. Check Brig(he oil level and fill fuel
tank with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

4. Sit on seat in operating position,
depress brake pedal and set the
parking brake.

5, Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest
position.

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

position.

7. Release parking brake.

8. Slowly depress forward ddve pedal

and ddve tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor and set
parking brake.

"t0.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.
Continue with the instructions that follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper positionwhen

operating mower. Be sure they are
properly adjusted to ensure optimum
mower peliornqance.

1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into
bracket channel, Be sure that gauge

wheel bar aligningholes are on top,
Assemble gauge wheels as shown
using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and
3/8-16 center Iocknuts and tighten

securely.

2. For ease of mower to tractor assem-

bly, raise gauge wheels to highest
positionand retain with clevis pins
and spring retainers.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before

operating mower. See "TO ADJUST

GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation
section of this manual.

Pin

Shoulder Adjusting

Boil Bar

Gauge

Wheel 3/8-16 Center

_Locknut

TO ATrACH 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 position 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.

Tab Nose Roller

Lock

•B" Bracket

Hex Bolt

Bracket

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT
Be suretractoris onlevelsurfaceandmower

suspensionarmsare raisedwi_ attachment
liftcontrol.Engageparking brake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-
sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

barto left side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflectorshield to dght side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in aUmower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disen-

gaged position. Lock

Belt Tension Rod
Disengaged Position .-_,'J

Chassis

Gauge

Wheel

Double Loop
Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

USEPUERSFOR I

6. Install belt into electdcclutch pulley

groove.

7. Place the suspension arms on
outward pointing deck pins. Retain

with double loop retainer springwith

loops up as shown.

8. Installfront plate assembly 1otractor

suspension brackets and retain with
single loop retainer springsas shown.

9. Positionfront plate assemb]y 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 locatinghole in
flanged pin, the hole in pin is inlinewith

notch onhead of pin. If necessary,move

mower side-to-sideto give space
between plate and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper
routing in all mower pulley grooves.

10.Engage belt tension rod by pushing

rod into locking bracket.

•qLCAUTION: Belt tension rodis spring

loaded. Have a tight grip on red and

engage slowly.

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

with double loop retainer spring.

12.1f 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.

Electric Clutch
Pulley Front Suspension Brackets

Front Front Plate Assembly
Mower _Double Loop
Bracket Retainer Springs

Single

Loop

Retainer
Springs

RETAINERSPRINGSI Suspension Arms

/_Loop Double Loop Retainer

Spring (Outward

Up pointing deck pins)

Shield

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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shippingpurposes.
Correct tire pressure is impodant for best
cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For bestcutting results,mower housing

should be properly leve]ed. See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for
replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments
sectionofthis manual. Verify that the

belts are muted correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn howto operate your

tractor,checkto see that the brake is

propedyadjusted, See "TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

_CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY
YOUR NEWTRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVETHE BEST

PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION
FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:

/ All assembly instructionshave been

completed.
#' No remaining loose parts in carton.
/ Battery is propedy prepared and

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

tightened securely.
#"All tires are properly inflated. (For

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

J Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-raar for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).

/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed propedy around puneys
and inside all belt keepers.

#" Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are propedy
clamped.

/ Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOU R
TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

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

regular unleaded gasoline.

#" Become familiar with all controls - their

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

,/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

,/It is impodant to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first
time. Follow proper starting and
transmission purging instructions (See

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE
TRANSMISSION" in the Operation
section of this manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

SATFERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OfL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

WARNING

LOOKED

H L

ATFACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

GLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFET_ RULES SECTION)

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FAST SLOW

OVERuGFITTSMP I

M

MOWER LIFT

®3I

PARKING BRAKE

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

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 withyour tractor to familiarize yourselfwith the locations of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference,

Hourmeter LightSwitchPosition

Ignition Attachment Clutch Switch

Ammeter

Attachment LiftLever

,Reverse Drive Pedal

• _ .... _" indicator

Freewheel

Our tractorsconformtothe safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used
to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH'. Turns the headlightson

and off.
THRO'I'FLE CONTROL - Usedto control

engine speed.
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.
BRAKE PEDAL: Used for braking the

tractor and starting the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages
transmissionfor pushing or slowly towing

the tractorwith the engine off.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Usedto

raise, lower and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your
tractor.

Adjustment

Brake

Cruise Control Lever

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.
IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and
stopping the engine,

AMMETER= Indicates batterycharging (+)
or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locksclutch/brake
into the brake position.

FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Usedfor

forward movement of tractor.

REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL - Used for

reverse movement of tractor.
CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used to set

forward movement of tractor at desired
speed without holding the forward drive

pedal.

HOURMETER - Indicates hours of
operation.

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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe I

eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses
or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments
or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or

standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
_resence sensing switch. When engine

running,any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the
Parking brake will shut off the engine•

• Depress brake pedal into full"BRAKE"

position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-
GAGED" position and release

pressure from brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in "BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure.

Push-Into Switch Pull OutTo

AttachmentClutch

"Disengaged" "En ge"

Forward_

Choke DdvePedal _ )

Throttle

"Brake'_ _

Positio ReV_rri_,e

B,ake p_,n_raK, kruise

"Drive" "Disengaged" Engflged Control

Position Position Pos_tmon Leve_

STOPPING
MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach-
ment clutchswitchto "DISENGAGED"

osition.

GRPouND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress brake
pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

IMPORTANT; Forward and reverse dhve

_edals return to neutral position when not

epressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle controlto 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 switch
in any position other than =OFF• will

cause the battery to be discharged,
(dead).
NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause'browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when
stopping tractor on grass areas.

_CAUTION: Always stop tractor
completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

rate.

• Full throttleoffers the best baggingand
mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL
Use choke controlwhenever 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
controlledby the forward and reverse

drive pedals.

1. Start tractor and release parking
brake.

2. Slowly depress forward or reverse

ddve pedal to begin movement.
Ground speed increases the further

down the pedal is depressed.

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL
The cruise controlfeature can be used for
forward travel only.

1. With forward dnve pedal depressed to

desired speed, move cruise control

leverforward to SET" positionand
holdwhile lifting your foot off the

pedal, then release the cruise control

lever.

To disengage the cruise control, pull the
lever backward to OFF" position, or fully

depress the brake pedal.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The positionof 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 1-112to 4". The heights are

measured from the ground to the blade
tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary
depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and
better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

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

relatively high; the second to desired
height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properlyadjusted

when they are slightlyoff the ground
when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position.Gauge
wheels then keep the deck in pro.per

positionto 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.

2. Remove retainer spdng and clevis pin
which secure each gauge whee_ bar.

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise
bgaugewheels slightJy to align holes in

racket and gauge wheel bar and

insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels

should be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

5. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the
same setting.

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

Retainer

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensingswitch. Any attempt by
the operator toleave the seat with the

engine runningand the attachment clutch
engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachmeet clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -
disengage attachment clutch control.
ACAUTION: Do not operate the mower

withouteither the entire grass catcher, on
mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

AttachmentClutch Attachment Lift

SwitchPull OutTo LeverHighPosition

"Eng_ _" -- Low

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

,i_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down
hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do

net drive acress any slope.

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

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hilJs.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,
push brake pedal quickly to brake

position and engage parking brake.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and brake pedal.

• S_owlydepress appropriate drive pedal

to slowest setting.

• Make all turnsslowly.

TO TRANSPORT
When pushingor towingyourtractor,be

sure to disengage transmissionby

placing freewheel control in freewheeling
position. Free wheel controlis located at
the rear drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

2. Pull freewheel control out and into the
slot and release so it is held in the
disengaged pos{tion.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protecthoodfrom damage

when transportingyourtractor on a truck

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

etc.).

- -\ Dellector

Position

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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AI-rACH-
MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specificationsof the manufacturer of your
tractor.Use common sense when towing.

Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous._res can lose tractionwith

the ground and cause you to lose control

of yourtractor.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled
withsummer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractoron level

ground.

2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Rcinsert 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 dipstickis reached.

Do not overfill.

• For coldweather operation you should
change oilfor easier starting(See "OIL
VISCOSITY CHART" inthe Mainte-

nance sectionofthis manual).

• To change engineoil,see the Mainte-
nance sectionin this manual.

ADD GASOUNE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life), Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in
quantitiesthat can be used within 30
days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tem-

peraturesbelow 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

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

_WARNING: Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids dudng storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied beforestorage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, startthe

engine and let it run untilthe fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

nextseason. See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_-CAUTION: Fillto bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill.Wipe offany
spil]ed oil or fuel. Do notstore, spillor use

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE
When starfing the engine for the first time

or if the engine has runout of fuel, it will
take extra crankingtime to move fuel from

the tank to theengine.

1. Be sure freewheel controlis in the
transmissionengaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operatingposition,
depress brake pedal and set parking
brake.

3. Move attachmentclutchto "DISEN-
GAGED" position.

4. Move throttlecontrolto fast position

5. Pull choke controlout for a cold
engine startattempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the chokecontrol
may not be needed.

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

6. Insertkey into ignitionand turn key
clockwise to "STAR'r" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not runstarter continuouslyfor
more than fifteen secondsper minute.

If the engine does notstart after
several attempts, push choke control

in, wait a few minutes and try again. If
engine still does not start, pullthe
choke controlout and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F and
above)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine
begins to run smocthly. If the engine

starts to run roughly, putt the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continua to push the control
in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restartthe engine and

allow itto warm up for one minute
using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and
below)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

chokecontret in until the engine
begins to run smoothly. Continueto

push the choke controlin small steps
allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and toad, until the
choke control isfully in. If the engine

startsto run roughly, pullthe choke
controlout slightlyfor a few seconds
and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine
warm-up pedod from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

16 temperature.

AUTO MATiC TRANS MISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather,
the transmissionshouldbe warmed up as
follows:

f. Be sure the tractor ison level ground.

2. Release the parking brake and let the
brake slowly return to operating

position.

3. Allow one minute for transmissionto
warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the
transmtssionhas been warmed up and

may require the choke controlbe
pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a highaltitude (above 3000
feet) or incold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetorfuel mixturemay need to

be ad ustedfor best engine performance.
See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" n the

Serviceand Adjustments section ofthis

manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

_CAUTION: Never engage or disengage
freewheel lever whilethe engine is

running.

To ensureproperoperationand perfor-
mance, it is recommendedthat the
transmissionbe purged before operating

tractorfor the first time.Thisprocedurewill

removeany trapped air insidethe trans-
missionwhichmay have developed during

shipping of yourtractor.
IMPORTANT: Shouldyourtransmission

requireremovalfor sen'ice or replacement,
it shouldbe purged after ralnstallation

beforeoperatingthe tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by placing
freewheel control in freewheelin,g

position(See "TO TRANSPORT' in
this section of manual).

3. Sitting inthe tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running,move
throttle control to slow position.

Disengage parking brake.

4. Depress forward drive pedal to full
forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds and release pedal. Depress
reverse drive pedal to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds
and release pedal. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE= Duringthis procedurethere will be

no movement of drive wheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

5. Shut- off engine and set parking
brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing
freewheel control in driving position

See =TOTRANSPORT" in this section

of manua ).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move

throttle control to half (1/2) speed.

Disengage parking brake.

8. Drive tractor forward for approximately
five feet then backwards for five feet.

Repeat this driving procedure three

times.

Your tractor is now purged and now ready
for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance. See "3"0

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

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

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

the cut area to the right of the tractor.
This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

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

driveways,etc. After one or two
rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

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

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing
performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by
selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as
the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a
ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the
attachment being used.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE ERVICE DATES

Check Brake Oper alion _

check'n_Pr=sure I,/ I/

Check Operator Presence and

_,te,k_Sy=,_,, l,/

Check fo_-Loose F_t enels _ _ _'
ShatpeNReptace Mower Blades Vt,

Check Batlery Lever
Cle_'_ Battery and Terminals If

Check Tra_axle CCoting _ I
Adjusl Blade Belt[s) T_sion Iik_/s

Adjusl Molion Drive BeitIs) Tenslon _l_s

Check E_jirw Oil L_E4 _ I_ /
Ch,_nge Engine Oil _,_ V #

Clean Air Filter V'_

Cleai'_ Air Scre_ _#_2

InspectMuffledSpatkArrester _1 1
RepUte Oil Fille f (If equipped} I_lz

Clean F_glne Coo/ing Fins _=
Replays Spalk plug i#/

Replace Air FiRm"Paper cartdd_ _'_ I

Replace FL_I FiJter

3. If equipped wlt_ o_ filler,charge o_ _,,#_ry50 ho_s

6 - Not r_OL_ed I_ _ip_=d _i_ maJ_t_at_- fr_ b_
?. T_gh_n ffo_ _le p_=d b=t t_ 35114t_ rna_irn_n

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warrantyon thistractor does not cover

items thathave been subjectedto operator

abuse or negligence. To recek'e full value
from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made

periodicallyto properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in _e Service and
Adjustments section of this manuai should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, cleanor replace air _ter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new
spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your
engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlocksystems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

Spindle

Zsrk Zerk
Fronl

Wheel Wheel

Bearing Bearing

Zerk Zerk

Zerks i

=

General Purpose Grease
Refer to Mainlenance "ENGINE" Section

IMPORTANT: Do notoil orgrease the

pivot points which have special nylon
bear-ings. Viscous lubricantswillattract

dustand dirt that will shorten the life of
the self°lubricatingbearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use onlya dry,
powdered graphite type lubricant
sparingly.

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TRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

Iftractorrequires more than six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in
highestgear, then brake must be ad-
justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" inthe

Service and Adjustments sectionof this
manual).

TIRES

• Maintainproper air pressure in all tires
(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
sectionof thismanual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
controlchemicals 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 preventstire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
Be sure that operatorpresence and

interlocksystems are workingpropedy. If
your tractor does not functionas de-
scribed below, repair the problem

immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed and
attachment clutchcontrol is inthe

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 highestpositionto

allow access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt.

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

shown.

iMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,
center hole in blade must alignwith star
on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolttighten bolt
securely(45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt isgrade 8 heat
treated.

Trailing /

TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do net 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 tile
or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

a 5/8• diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone
balancer. (When using a cone bal-
ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold
the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in
a horizontal position. If either end of
the blade moves downward, sharpen
the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

Mandrel
Assembly

c o/j

or Pin -_._

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system
which is sufficientfor normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with
an automotive charger will extend its life.

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• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery boltstight.

• 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 BA'I-FERY 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 the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" inthe SERVICE AND
ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING
The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper
cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-
sionwhile engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high
pressure water or steam to clean

transaxle.

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

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

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory
and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life ofthe transaxle. Should the
transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service
center/department.

ENGINE
LUBRICATION

Only use highqualitydetergent oil rated
withAPI service classificationSF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade
according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAEVISCOSITYGRADES

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

startingthe engine and after each eight
(8) hoursof operation. Tighten oilfill cap/

dipsticksecurelyeach time you check the
oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

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

service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

when changing oil.

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

the fitting.

alld / /"

Locked -"

Oil DrainValve

Position

Yellow

DrainTube

3. Unlock drain valve by pushinginward

slightly and turningcountemlockwise.

4. To open, pullout on the drain valve.

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

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap ontoto the end of the drain

20 valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipsticktube. Pour slowly. Do not
overfill For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
checking level. 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.

CLEAN AtR SCREEN
Air screen mustbe kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from
overheating.Clean with a wire brushor

compressed air to remove did and
stubborndded gum fibers.
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the
grass screen, coolingfins, and other
external sudaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often
under extremely dusty, dirtyconditions),

remove the blower housing and other
coolingshrouds. 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 properlyusing a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-deaner
after every 25 hours of operationor 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. Loosenknob 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
itto 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

Ca_ridge

Knob_

ENGINE OIL FILTER
Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oilchange ifthe tractoris
used more than 100 hours in one year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrealer (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, obstructingfuel flow to carbura-

tot, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, removefilter and
plug fuel line sections.

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

carburetor.

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

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp

FuelFilter_

Rubber
Seal

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CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc,
ofall foreign matter.

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

We do not recommend usinga garden
hose to cleanyour tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

tive type wax.

,_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
2, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position,

3. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completelystopped,
5, 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.

A 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.

Belt Tension Rod

(Disengaged\ o
Position) _2,

Chassis

Bracket

Suspension

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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.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL
MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

Electric
Clutch Pulley

Front Mower
Bracket

Front
Plate

Retainer

Anti-Sway
Bar

Retainer Springs

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Retainer SpPngs
(Both Sides)

Front Mower

Bracket

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjustthe mower while tractoris parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure
tires are properlyinflated (See =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectionofthis
manual), Iftiresare over or

undednflated,you will not pmperiy adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom edge of
mower to ground level at front comers

of mower. Distance "A" on both sides

of mower shouldbe the same.

• If ad ustmentis necessary, make
adjustment on one side of mower ony.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten Lift

link adjustmentnuton that side.

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

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut
will change mower height about 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

BottomEdgeof Bo_omEdgeot

Mower to Ground Mower to Ground

• Before making any necessary adjust-
ments, check that both frontlinksare
equal in length.

• If linksare not equal in length, adjust

one link to same lengthas other link.

• To lowerfront of blade, loosen nut "C"
on both front links an equal number of

turns.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut"C ° will
change dim. "B" by approximately3/16".

• When distance "B" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut"D"

against trunnionon both front links.

• To raise front of blade, loosen nut "D"
from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "C" on both frontlinks an

equal number of turns.

• When distance "IS"is 1/8• to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tightennut "D"
against trunnionon both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

\ /

(_k Suspension

Arm

LiftLink

Adjustment

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

side. If the following front-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust
both frontlinks equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side,

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower blades should be adjusted so the

front tip is approximataiy 1/8" to 1f2" lower

than the rear tip when the mower is in its
highest position.

CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect

your hands with gloves and/or wrap
blade with heavy cloth.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Positionany blade so the tip is pointing

straightforward. Measure distance "B"at
front and rear tip of blade.

Nut

BOTH FRONTLINKS MUST BE EQUAL

Front Plate Trunnion
Assemb)y

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL
t. Park tractor on a level surface.

Engage parking brake.

2. Lower mower to itslowest position.

3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket,

IN LENGTt-I

- NUt "C"

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_CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have

afirm grip on rod an release slowly.

4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel
cover and remove cover.

5. Remove any dirtor grass clippings
which may have accumulated around

mandrelsand entire upper deck

surface.

6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from

rear deck bracket by removing
retainer spring.

7. Carefully roll beltover the top of R.H.

mandrel pulley.

8. Remove belt from electricclutch

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.

IS.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.

BeltTension R.H. Mandrel t Electdc
Rod

(Disengaged Cover _ Clutch
Posi_n)..

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 pulley, and R.H. mandre_

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 spring 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.

1O.Caretully ro]l belt over LH. 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 section of this
manual).

13.Reassemble mower drive belt (See
"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"

in this section of this manual).

LH. Secondary IdlerArm
Mandrel pnng

Y

SpringArm

-Center

Mandrel

a.H,
Mandrel"

Mandrel

Sprin

Suspension
Arm Primary

Idler Arm

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE
BELT

Park the tractoron levelsurface. Engage
parking brake.

1. Remove mower ddve belt (See "TO
REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this sectionof this manuel).

2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in thissection ofthis

manual).

TO ADJUST BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on
the side of the transaxle,

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in

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

1, Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2, Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake
rod,

3, If distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam nut

against nut =A".

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4. Road test tractor for proper stopping
distance as stated above. Readiust if

necessary. If stopping distance Is still
greater than six 6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance _sneces-

sary. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

Operating Arm

Do nottouchthisnut. If furtherbrake

adjustmentis necessary,contact a Searsor

other qualified service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractoron level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a
belt instaliaUon guide decal on bottom

side ofleft footrest.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in thissection of this

manual.)

2. Disconnect clutch wire harness.

3. Remove clutch Iocator.

4. Remove belt from statLonary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

6. Pull belt toward front of tractor and
remove downwards from around

electric clutch.

7. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Clutch

Clutch
Electric _.

Clutchingl

--Locator

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT
Should your transmission require

removal for service orreplacement, it

should be purged after reinstaLlation and
before operating the tractor. See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation
section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-
MENT

Ifsteering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight forward, remove
steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly sectionof

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor, Ifdamage
has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact your nearest Sears
or other qualified service center.

TO REMOVEWHEEL 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: Toseal tire punctures and prevent

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

dealer. "[3resealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.

Stationary//

idler

Transmission

Input Pulley--

Idler

Square Key--,_-_
(Rear WheelOnly)

Clutch

Wire Harness

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TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

_,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries
generate explosivegases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

Ifyour battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATFERY" 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.
TOATFACHJUMPER CABLES -

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

battery, taking care not to short
against chassis.

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

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK
cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER-

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

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

'Posj_twe "Negative"

REPLACING BA'I-FERY

ACAUTtON: Do not shortbattery
terminals by allowing a wrench or any

otherobject to contactboth terminalsat

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wdstwatch
bands, rings,etc.

Positiveterminal must be connected first

to prevent sparkingfrom accidental

grounding.

1. Lifthood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

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

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. 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 •

Door Hex Bolt

c

Terminal

Gust (Red)

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT LAMP
_I,CAUTION: When lit,the halogenlamps

get extremely hot.Hold lamp assembly by
the holderand do nottouch the bulb.

1. Raise hood.

2. Disconnect hamess from lamp

assembly.

3. Rotate counterclockwise and pull
lamp assembly out of the hole in the
backside of the grill.

4. Insert new lamp assembly and rotate
clockwise to lock.

5. Reconnect harness to lamp assembly.

6. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged widng may cause your
tractor to run poorly, stop running, or
prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

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

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-
SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in frontoftractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

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Cable

Negative

ff 3i a ,°

.ood

i

Noodlig,tWiro

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission controldevices and sys-
tems, which are being done at the
customersexpense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual.Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle controlhas been preset at the

factoryand adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribedbelow before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle
control lever to fast position.

2. Check that 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.

Adjusting

Needle

Throttle
Control

Cable

Stop Cable

Clamp Screw

Control

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

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary, check adjustment as de-
scdbed 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.

Closed For

Full

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 dcher fuel/

air mixture.
IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

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

PRELIMINARY SETFING -

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

propedy (see "TO ADJUST
THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in Ihe

Service and Adjustments section of
this manual).

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2. Withengineoff turn idle fuel adjusting

needle In (clockwise) closingit finger
tight and then turn out (counterclock-
wise) 1 tum.

FINAL SE37"ING -

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 soeed settina - 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 settina - With throttle
control lever in slow position, turn idle

fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise)

unti_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
last position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle
out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.

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

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

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overepeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-goveroed high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest Sears or

other qualified service center, which has

proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

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Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the
tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.
_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engineto cool before
storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower isto be stored for
a period of time, clean itthoroughly,

removeall 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.

BATFERY

• Fully charge the batteryfor storage.

• After a period oftime in storage, battery

may require recharging,

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,
battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see
"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of
this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

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

terminals.

• it battery is removed fromtractorfor

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

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: Itis importantto prevent
gum depositesfrom forming in essential

fuel system partssuch as carburetor,fuel
hose, or tank duringstorage. Also,

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

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

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

• Never use engine or carburetorcleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

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

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank
and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do notstore gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

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

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust
and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

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

tractor to rust.

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

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE
Will not start 1. Out offuel.

Hard to start

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.

f0.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel fi]ter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Looseor damagedwiring.

7. Carburetoroutofadjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

Enginewillnot
turn over

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is
engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faultysolenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence
switch(es).

CORRECTION

1. Fiflfueltank.

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

3. Wait several minutes before
attemptingtostart.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carbure-
tor,refilltankwith fresh

gasoline and replace fuel
filter.

8. Check all wiring.

g. See =ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments
section.

f0.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1, Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refillwith
fresh gasoline,

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "ToAdjust Carburetor" in
Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment
clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all widng.

7. Check/replace ignition
switch.

8. Check/replece solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Engine clicks but 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery.
_,ill not start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals.

Loss of power 1. Cuttingtoo much grass/too 1 Set in "HigherCut" position/

3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3. Check all wiring.

4. Faultysolenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

fast. reduce speed.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjustthrottlecontrol.

position.

3O

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

PROBLEM
Lossofpower

(continued)

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues
to run when

operator leaves
seat with

attachment
clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will
not rotate

CAUSE CORRECTION

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

4, Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil leveVdirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.
7, Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11.Dirty engine air screen/fins,

12, Didy/clogged muffler,
13, Loose or damaged wiring,

14.Carburetor out of
adjustment,

15.Engine valves out of
adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel,

3. Loose/damaged pad(s).

1. Faultyoperator-safety

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildupof grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

from build-upof grass,
leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower
drive belt,

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

3. Clean underside of mower
housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter,

5, Check oil leveVchange 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

carburetor, refill tank with
fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/
fins.

12, Clean/replace muffler,

13.Check all wiring.

14.See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.
Tighten blade bolt.

2, Replace blade mandrel.
3, Tighten loose part(s),

Replace damaged pads,

1. Check wiring, switches and
connections. If not corrected

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower
housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3, Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.
discharge

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildupof grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

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

holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

CORRECTION

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed,

3. Allow grass to dry before
mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air
pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.
Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8, Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

1O.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

-leadlight(s) not

_orking

ifso equipped)

3attery will not
;harge

Loss of drive

Engine"bacldlres" t. Engine throttle control not 1. Move throttle control to

_vhentuming set at"SLOW" =SLOW" position and allow
engine position for 30 seconds to idle for 30 seconds before

"OFF" before stopping engine, stopping engine.

1. Switchis"OFF".

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

3. Faulty lightswitch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

;1, Freewheel control in

=disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

3, Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or

servicing.

1. Turnswitch "ON".

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

3. Checldreplace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec-
tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in

=engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

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SCHEMATIC

AMMETER

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BATTERY

_IIFUSE :=__ _ _ _ STARTER _¢_

I©:_ ......

CLUTCH I BRAKE ....

(PEDAL UP) _C G '

SEAT SWITCH i _b i , i

{NOT O_CUPIED) _ E i t- ......... =

J SOLENOIO

i A _, Id EUECTRIC CLUTCH

PTO [DISENGAGED) _ I 85 86

f :

', _BTA ;

i FUEL

_u_ II LINE ' OPERATOR PRESENCE

' , _ SPARK _

_-UELgH=U_,_=g UNIT _(2 pLUGS ON

(IF SO EOUIpRED)

I IGNITION J F_ PLUG

TWIN CYL ENGINES)

GAP

RELAY #1

IGNITION SWITCH

_c,_ L- _ IIALTERNATOR 'l

HEAD4-1GHTS FOSlTlON CIRCUJl"

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS H D
WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

NOTE: IF WIRING iNSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO D A

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING,

PTO SWITCH

OFF C+G,B_H

ON C_FrB_ErA÷D G F C

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KEY PART
NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1

163465 Battery

2

74760412 Boit, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

8

7603.1 Tray, Battery

10

145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2

11

150169 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12

145769 Nut, Push Ny$onBattery Front 1!4
153664 Switch Interlock Push-In

16
21

175449 Harness. Light

25

176909 Cable, Battery

26

175158 Fuse

27

73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4o20 UNC

28

145491 Cable, Ground

29

160784 Switch, Seat

3o

175442 Switch, Ignition

33

175447 Key

4o

178452 Harness, Ignition

42

154336 Cover Terminal

45

177500 Ammeter

46

177501 Hourmeter

5O

178461 Switch Pto

55

17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x 1/2

79

175448 Bulb_d Holder Asm Halogen

81

109748)( Relay Asm

NOTE: All component dimensions given inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

2 176554 Drawt_r
3 17090612 Screw. 3/6-16 x 3/4

9 172542X418 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16unc x 1
11 174996 Panel, Dash, LH
13 179174X010 Panel. Dash, RH
14 17490608 Screw Tndrol 3!8-16 x 1]2
17 172540X615 HOOdAssembly

18 125938)( Bumper Hond

20 156437 Plate Batted/

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
28 174945X418 GrilLe

29 174944X418 Lightbox Dual
30 175692X615 Fender/Footrest

31 139976 Bracket, FendedSupport
37 17490508 Screw. Thdrol, 5/16-18x 1/ZTYT
38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear
39 174988 Bracket Pivot Hood
42 172545X599 Lens Lh
43 172544X599 LensRh
58 174993 Duct Hoed

09 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8+16 UNC x 3/4
64 174997 DashLower
74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
142 175702 Plate Reinforcement
143 154966 Brackel Swayhar Chassis
144 175582 Bracket Footrest
145 156524 RodPivot Chassis/Hood

t54 174679 Bracket Dash Rh
155 174680 Bracket Dash Lh

156 163805 Striker Plate
157 163806 MagnetYTGT

158 162037 Parking Brake Bkrt
159 155123)(418 Cupholder StlBIk

156 164863 HWHDH;-Lo.#13-16 x 3/4
206 170165 Bolt Shoulder5/16_18
207 17670508 Screw Tndrol5/16-18 x 1/2
209 1700C612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

215 172543X615 Bump_"

NOTE; Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

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77

26 26

241

74 30

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GROUND DRIVE

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

1 ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 76 12000001 E-Ring

9 174367 Clutch Ele¢ 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

15 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-19 Gr. 5 89 174901X419 Console, Shift
16 73800500 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc 90 124346X Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

17 126197X Washer 1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x 95 175899 Rod Bypass
19 73800600 NutLockHexW/Wsh 3/8-16Unc 116 72140608 BoaRDHDSQNK3/8-16Uncxl

20 173937 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 x Gr. 5-1.5 120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig 3/9-16 Unc
21 175036)(505 KnobCustomControICnJise 150 175456 SpaeerRetainer
22 175896 Rod, Brake 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ca.
24 73350600 Nut, HexJam 3/8-16Unc 202 72110612 BoltCarrSh3/8-16xl-l/2Gr. 5
25 106888X Spdng, Brake Rod 212 145212 Nut HexFlange Lock

26 19131316 Washer 214 174735 Unk Transa.xle
27 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 215 175646 CoverPedalForward

28 179607 Rod, Parking Bra.'<e 217 179433 Pedal Reverse Asm W/Pad
29 179608)(505 KnobBrakeParking 210 174713 ArmBontrolPedalReverse

30 169592 Bracket, Transa.xle 219 174839 Bracket Frest PdlCtrl. Hy0
32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 220 174711 Bracket Mtg. Pedal Control
33 72140506 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 221 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/9-16 Unc x 3/4
34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 222 73680700 Nut Crownlock 7116-14 Unc
35 120183X Bearing,Nylon 223 t 74840 Washer Nylon 11/16 ID x .060

38 19211616 Washer 224 174736 Pedal Forward
37 1572H PLn,RoLl 225 174712 ArmCent tel Pedal Forward
38 165936 Pulley, Composite, Flat 229 174_Y2 Bolt Pivot Spacer

39 74760648 BoR Fin Hex 3/9-19 Unc x 3 227 174710 Cam Reverse PedalLT
40 175461 Spacer, Split 229 171873 BoltShoulders/16-tB

41 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler Rat 229 176451 Washer Serrated 5/16 x .75
42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ca, 230 17060512 Screw5/18-19

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V=Groove 231 174573 StrapTorque
48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grad DtWStl 232 175570 Actuator Cruise Disengage

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 233 174856 PawlConlrolCruise
50 74760624 Bolt 334 174858 Lever Control Cruise

51 73660600 NutCrownlock 318-16UNC 235 174857 SectorControlCruise
52 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc 236 129903 BoltShoulder3/8-16Unc1/44
53 105710)( Unk, Clutch 237 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18

55 105709X Spring,Return, Clutch 238 176807 Arm Mtg.Cruise Sector

56 17060616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0 239 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16 x 1/2
57 140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive 240 175610 Spring ReturnCruise control

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 241 73930400 Nut Centedock 1/4-20 Unc
61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 242 74780412 Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 3/4

62 123533X Cover, Pedal 243 176289 Bracket Anti-Rotation CVX
63 175417 Pulley, Engine 244 17060508 Screw 5/16-16 x 1/2

65 10040700 Washer
66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine

74 137057 Spacer, Axle NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches

75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-114 x 10 Ga. 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Hydro gear Model 323-0510 77 12_3583X Key, Square

.250 96 4497H Retainer Spdng1"Zinc!Cad

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 175139)(418 Steering Wheel

2 172393 Axle Assembly
3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H.
4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.
5 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened
6 121748X Washer 23/32 x 1-_8x 16 Gauge

8 12000029 Ring, Klip

10 175121 Dmglink
11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf

13 136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front
15 145212 Nut Hexl_nge Lock
17 177883 Shaft Assembly, Steering
29 17060612 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4
32 170162 Rod,Tie
33 19111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

34 STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy Spr. 5/16
35 73540500 Crownlock Nut 5/16-24 Unf

36 155105 Bushing, Steedng
37 152927 Screw

38 175140X418 Insert, Steering Wheel
40 STDF_1537 Nut LockCenter 3/8-24 Unf

41 159945 Adaptor, Steering Wheel
42 174530X418 Boot, Steedng Shaft
43 121749X Washer 25/32 x %114 x 16 Gauge

46 121232X Cap,Splndle
65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72140618 Bolt Rdhd Bq 3/8-16 UNC x2-1/4

68 169827 Axis. Brace

71 175146 Steering Asm
72 19182411 Washer 9/16 Idx 1-1/20d 11 G Zin

82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front
87 173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14

88 175118 BoltShoulder7/16-20Unc
91 175553 CJ_pSteedng

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

29/ 39 __

Spark Arrester

42

ENGINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

175439X505 Control,Throttle

4

149723 Muffler

5

146699 Pipe Exhaust Lh

6

140"700 Pipe Exhaust Rh

8

171877 Bolt 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4

10

146629 Sh_elclHeat

13

24=041-02 Gasket KohlarCV 18-CV26

14

148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

16

11050600 Washer. Lock, External Tooth 3/8

17

17490624 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

23

169837 Shield, Browning/Debris Guard

25

175441X505 CbekeControl

26

73920600 Nut Keps 3/8_24 L=NF

29

137180 Kit, Spark Arrestor

31

157103 Tank Fuel
161696 CapAsmFuel

33

123487X Clamp.Hose

34

106082X Pad, Spacer

37

8543R Line. Fuel

38

148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy

39

109227X Pad. Idler

45

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

81

73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4o20 UNC

101

M73030800 NOt Flange M8-1.25

102

164863 Screw Hwhd H.-Lo #13016 x 3/4

111

10010500 Washer Split

NOTE: All component dimenslans given inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Englae, ISee Breakdown) KohlarModel Number
CV624-65578

(Eae EngineBreakdown)

43

SEATASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272244

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

1 175134 Seat 14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

2 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 15 121249X Spacer, Split
3 71110616 Bolt 16 123740X Sp_ng
4 19131610 Washer 13/32x lxl0Gauge 17 123976)( Locknut, Flange 1/4Grade5
5 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 18 124238X Cap Spdng Seat
6 STD541437 Nut 21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

7 124181X Spdng, Seat 22 STD541431 Nut
8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

9 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Gauge

10 174894 Pan, Seat 25 127018)( Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

11 177957 Knob,Seat
12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting
13 121248X Bushing, Snap NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25,4 mm

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DECALS

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12

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 177888
2 174969
3 1779O9
4 177910
5 177917
6 133644
7 178989

8 177916
9 177967

10 156439

12 146046

13 177890

14 175291

15 177254

16 138047

17 164757

WHEELS & TIRES

14

DESCRIPTION
Decal,Hood/Seat

Reflector LH.
Decal Hood, R,H.

Decal, Hood, LH.
Decal, EngineHP LH

Decal. Customer Maintenance
Decal. Seat

Decal. Engine HP RH
Decal. Dash Lower

Decal, Fender Danger
Decal. V-Belt Drive Schematic
Decal Strg Wheel
Decal, V-Belt Schematic
DecalReplc

Decal, Battery Diehard
Decal. Hp Engine

4,10

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KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIP'nON

18 177913 Decat, Panel Side
19 177918 Decal, Engine

20 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng
21 177889 Decal, Grille

22 174970 Reflector RH
23 177955 Decal, Fender OperCruise

24 178482 Decal, Hvy Duly
25 178455 Decal, Deck Caution Tension Arm

26 177914 Decal, Engine

27 177915 Decal, Engine

- - 138311 Decal, LiftHandle

-* 174998X418 Pad Footrest LH

-* 175542)(418 Pad FootrestRH

- - 169210 Decal, By Pass Lt Hydro

- - 180171 Owner's Manual. English

- - 180172 Owner's Manual, Spanish

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire
2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 177750 Tire,Front
4 59904 Tube. FrontTim

5 1C6732X417 Rim, Front
6 278H Fgting. Grease ( FrontWheel Only)
7 9040H Bearing,Flange (FrontWheat

tl Only)

9 106108X417 Rim, Rear

g 177751 Tire, Rear
10 7152J Tube, RearTire

11 104757X417 Cap. Axle

- - 144334 Sealant, ]3re 10 oz.

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

(Not Provided. Service Item Only)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

45

LIFTASSEMBLY

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LIFTASSEMBLY

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272244

KEY PART
NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 176263 PlungerAssembly
2 159476 Shaft Assembly, Uft

3 178981 Pin, Groove
4 1200O0O2 E-R_ng

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge
6 120183X Bearing,Nylon
7 175830 Grip, H_nd_e,FlUted
11 175370 Link, Lift. L.H.
12 175371 Link, Uft. R,H.

13 4939M Retainer Spring
15 175562 Plate Asm Suspension Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric
17 175689 Trunnion Front Susp.

18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Uric
20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 176205 Trunion Sups.Arm,
3_ 175994 Nut Lift Link 7/16-20

36 155097 Pointer Height Indicator
37 123935X Plug Hole

38 17060516 Screw 5/16-18 x 1
40 19112410 Washer 11132 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga

41 155098 Indicator Height Silt
49 145212 Nut Hex/Large L0Ck

51 19171416 Washer 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
52 175378 ArmSuspension Rear LH

53 175802 Arm Suspension Rear RH
54 175560 PinFlange

NOTE: Allcompenent dimensions given inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

47

MOWERDECK

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MOWERDECK

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

1 174348 Deck Weldment Mower 48 54 74780616 BOltFia Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr 5
3 138017 Bracket Asm.. Sway Bar 55 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQHK 9/6-16unc x 1

5 4939M RetainerSpring 56 155986 Bar Pnt Adj.
6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 57 156941 Pin Head Rivet

8 174365 Bolt7116Asm. Blnde 99 74760516 BoRHex 5.16-18 x 1

11 173920 Blade 91 175384 Bracket Asm Noseroller LH

13 174360 SheRMandrelAsm. Greaseable 92 73800600 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 9/6-16 Unc

14 174358 HousingMandrel 93 19171416 Washer 17/32 x 7/8

15 110485X Beadng, Ball Mandrel 94 176066 Nose.roller

16 174493 Btdpper Mandrel Deck 95 175996 Bracket Asm Noseroller RH

17 72110610 Bolt RDHD Sq Neck 3,/8-16 x 1.25 97 133943 WasherHardened

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 98 174370 Spring PrimaryDrive

19 132827 Bolt, Hex Hd. Shoulder 5116-18 99 175080 Pulley Idler'V'
20 174378 Baffle. Vodex Mower 100 72110616 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 2

21 73680500 Nut,Crowninck 5/16-1BUNC 107 175294 BaffieVacEdgeMower
24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 108 72110404 BoltCart,
25 178102 Spdng,Torsion 109 73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20

26 110452X Nut, Push 110 175016 Arm Spring Secondary

27 174346X428 DeflectorShield 112 174387 LinkTensionReliefLever

28 19111016 Washer 11/32xs*Bx 16Ga. 113 72110508 BoltCarr. 5/16-18xl

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 114 174384 Tension Asm Reliaf Lever

30 173984 Screw Thd Roll Hex 115 174609 Arm SpringTension Relief

31 129963 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented 116 137644 Bolt, Shoulder

3_ 177865 Pulley, Mandrel 117 174873 Gauge Wheel

33 178342 Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr, 9/16 118 73930600 Nut, Centedock 3./8-16 UNC

36 19131318 Washer 13J32x13!16x16Ga. 119 19121414 Washer 3/Sx7/Sx14Ga.

37 177968 Pulley, Idler 121 174371 Sphng Secondary Drive

39 174375 Polley. Idler, Driven 122 174996 BushingPivotTensinn Relief

42 165723 Spacer, Retainer 126 174372 Arm, Idler, Primary Deck

43 174373 Arm, Idler Secondary 130 17060616 Screw 3!8-16 x 1,0

45 174343 Cover, Mandrel Deck 1BO 73800500 Nut Lock 5'16-18

46 137729 Screw, ThdrolL 114-20 x 5/8 175312 Replacement Mower,Compieta

47 174369 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary 174356 Mandrel Asm, Service (Includes

48 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary Key Nee. 13-15)

49 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 9/8-16 UNC

50 72110612 Bolt, Cart. 3/8-16 x 1ol/2 Gr. 5

52 175820 Pulley Idler Fiat NOTE: All component dimensions givenin U.S. inches

53 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga 1 inch =25.4 mm

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127 - Seal Ind O-rln g Kit (Phoque 0 Sonne Jeu)

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HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER323-0510

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 68 178782 Arm, Brake
2 170352 Side Houstag, Assembly 69 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24
3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 70 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

4 170354 Swa.shplata,Trunion Mach_ned 71 170417 Compression Spdng Brake Anti-
5 169898 Block - Assembly Drag

6 170355 Sealant 10.50z 72 170418 Washer, Ht .5 I,D. X 10.D. X .032
7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1,25 73 142884 Flat - Washer 11/32 I,D. X 7/fl O,D

8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

9 170358 Shaft, Input 75 t 70420 Check Plug Assembly, .027,

10 170359 Ring - Retaining Washer

11 170360 Spacer 76 170421 Stud, 5/16-24 FrictionPack

12 169870 Ring* Retaining 77 170422 Puck, 330 X 1,50 X ,0975

13 170361 Seal, LJp .67 X 1.58 X ,276 70 142969 Spdng, HelicalCamp

14 169869 Ball Brg 17ram Id X 40mm Od X 79 142960 Spacer

16 170362 Hex Flange Head Screw 5J16- Insert)

17 170363 Lip Seal 18X 32 X 7 82 170424 Clip,Washer .316x 1,50x.1046

16 178781 Arm,Cantral (Plated)

19 150771 Beadng, 30x52x13 Thrust 83 161168 Pin, Standard Headless

23 170365 Check PlugAssembly, Washer 04 170425 Fit6ng, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

24 170366 Shaft, Motor 85 170426 Hose. Expansion Tank

27 170367 Gear - Pinion, 131 87 142917 Cap - PoppatVaNe

28 170368 10tJ48tGear 88 170429 Belt, Sefl Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

29 170369 Gear. 10t Jackshaft 90 170430 Puck, Inner Wedge

30 170370 6or Ball Gear 9G 170431 Spring Clip -HousingThrust

31 170371 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X .625 94 178783 Bearing, Ball

3_ 170389 $iaeveSea dng(Outboazd) 95 176784 Screw, Socket Head Cap 5/16-

33 142991 Washer, 3/41d X 1-1/2Od X .13Thk 96 178786 Spacer, Locating

34 170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal 97 178787 Screw, SFHCS 5/16-16 X1

35 170391 Shaft. Axle 25 X 11.39 (Key,R.H.) 98 178789 Arm Return

36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16,99 (Key,L.H,) 99 178792 Puck, Adjusting

37 150792 Miter Gear (Spfined) 100 176793 Washer..24 ID X 1,60 OD X ,239

38 156793 Miter Gear 16t (0.5 Id) 101 178794 Spring. Extension

39 150809 Shaft 108 176795 Spacer ,260 ID X .560 as X ,870

40 170393 Rir'.g,Splral Retaialng 103 178796 Bracket*Torque

41 170394 Pin, Jackshaft 107 170432 Deflector

42 170395 Magnet, Ring 108 170433 Washe6Motar Shaft

43 170396 Spring,Bypass .71k_Xl.15odx.O3Othk

44 t 50797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/6-24 X 2.5 109 17PA34 Plug,Sae #6

45 170397 Filter 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion Tank

46 170398 Base, Fifler 114 178797 Spdng

47 170399 Actuator, Bypass 116 170438 SiliconSponge

48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 117 176799 Pin.Spring

49 170401 Arm. Bypass 119 170439 Fan. 7 In.

50 170402 Retaining Ring .250 External 120 170440 Pulley

51 170403 Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X ,260 TC 121 170441 Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Inserl)

52 170404 FlatWashe_. 5/8 Id X 1.00d X 122 170442 Washer, Balleville

53 170405 RetainingRing 124 170444 Center Section-Fi8er-Sypass

54 170406 Searing, Center Block Assembly

55 142977 Spring- HelicalCompression 125 170445 FiflerAssembly

56 142978 Waspar 126 170446 Fan - Pultay Service Assembly

57 150798 20w-5OOft 127 170447 Seal -O-Ring Kit

58 170407 Brake Yoke 126 173165 Kit, Expansion Tank

59 170408 Rotor,Brake 130 178802 Stud Ball

60 142883 Brake Puck 131 176803 Bracket,Cruise Oampar

61 142882 Puck Plata 132 178804 RexNutsi16-18NC

62 142887 Brake Actua6ng Pia 133 178806 Damper

63 170410 Hfhc.s1/4-20x2 W/ 134 178808 Washer, Helical Spring Lock 5/16

64 142892 Bolt, I/4-20 X 1 W/Patch

65 170411 SpaCer NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven inU,S. inches

66 170412 Spring.Brake Aml Bias 1 Inch = 25,4 mm

67 170413 Sq. Hd, Boft5!16-24*Ribbed

12ram 80 150776 Hex Lock Nut5/16*24Unjf (Nylon
24X0.75 61 170423 Wedge, Friction Pack

,75xl .750x.625 24X1-1/2

Long 111 170435 O-Ring .07X ,301 I,D.

.65 Thk 123 176800 BeltKeeper

Patch,SpecialRange _ 173839 Transaxle Complete

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HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE
KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24-033-01-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 1 24-032o01-S Seal oil front

2

24-041-23-S Gasket, breather

3

24-096-59-S Cover, breather 3 24-294-13-S Fiftin

4

25-139°60-S Plug, allen hd. 1/8" 4 24-380-13-S Pin, o_owellocating (6)

5

M-645020 Screw, hex. flange
25-351-01-S Uftar, valve (4) 24-067-14-S Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

24°755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes 6 24-874-17_S Piston w/Ring Set Std. 2

8

24-411-05*S Rod, push 14) 24-874-18-S Piston wiring Set .25 2

9

24-041-08-S Gasket, cylinder head (2) 24-874-19-S P_ston wiRing Set .50 2

10

24-318-12-S Head assembly, #2 cylinder 24-874-14-S Piston wiring set {.08 I

11

25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (4 7 24-108-11-S Ring Set (Std.) (2)

12

24-599-01-S Pivot, rockerarm 4 24-108-12-S Ring Set .25) 2

13

M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange 8 24-018-01-S Reta net, pston p n 4)

14

12-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange

15

24-755-74-S Kit, valve cover - plain

16

17

24-086-32*S Screw, shoulder (4) 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft

24-153-16-S G-Ring IAARRI

18

24-445-01-S Strap, lifting 10 24-012-10-S Camshaft

19

24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) 11 52-139-0g-s Plug, cup
24-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) (2)

2O

24-017°01-S Valve, intake (Std.) (2 12 M-545010-S Screw, hex. llange
24-017-02-S Valve, Intake (.25) (21 MSx0.8xl0 (21

21

24-032-05-S Seal, valve stem 2) 13 24-018-04-S Retainer, reed (2)

22

238011-S Retainer, spring 4 14 24-402-05-S Reed, breather (2)

23

24*089-02*S Spring, valve (4) 15 12-153*01-S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

24

12-173-01*S Cap. valve spring 4 16 24-126-19-S Bracket. oil fill tube

25

12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4) 17 12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill

26

24-318-11-S Head assembly, #1 cylinder M5xO.8x16

27

24-755-76-S }(it, valve cover - breather 19 12-153-02-S O-Ring. upper oil fill tube

28

25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber 21. 22)

29

24-755-57-S Kit, breather separator

3O

M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange 23 24-018-09-S Retainer, nng

31

24-445-02-S Strap, breather 25 28-032*09-S Seal, governor cross shaft

32

24-126-44-S Bracket, breather separator 26 24-468-15-S Washer (bottom)

33

24-112-12-S Spacer 27 24-144-33-S Shaft, governor cross

34

24*294-06-S Fifting

35

24-326-13-S Hose, breather NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

36

24-326-14*S Hose. breather inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

37

25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2)

(Includes 24) 2 Crankcase

M6xl.0x20 (4) 5 24-067-13-S Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

(USE; Miniblock 24 782 24)

(Inctudes 7, 8)

8,1,,t21 I I}l

24-108-13-S Ring Se_ .50) (2)

M6x1.Ox34 (4) 9 12-422-09-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
M10xl.5x9O (8) 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

(Includes 16,171 12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

(Incl. 16,17,28) 20 24-038-04-S Dipstick assembly (Includes

(Includes 28,30-33) 21 24-755-46-S Kit. oil fill cap (includes 22)

M5x0.8xt6 (2) 24 M-931010-S Washer. nylon (top)

12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
12-422-10-S Shim, camshaft

12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft '. i

18 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

22 12-153-03-S O-Ring, dipstick

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_GNII"IONJELECTRICAL

3'allumaoe ou Electriaue

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SLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESI
Rabitation de $ourtleur et Ddcalentl

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IGNrrlON/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES
KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 1 24-027-20-S Housing, blower

2 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0,7x25 3 25-139-10-S Plug, button 9/16
3 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16" (4) 5 M-545020-S Screw, hex, flange

4 24-112-04-S Spacer, grass screen (4) M5x0.Sx20 (4)
5 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6 X1,0 X15 6 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

6 24-157-03-S Fan 7 M-551016-S Screw, hex. flange
7 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sx16

8 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8". Mgx1.0x15 (5)
9 X-42-15-S Key 9 24-146-16-S Plate, backing - # 2 side

10 24-025-04-S Flywheel 10 24-14g-20-S Plate, backing - # 1 side
11 25-403-03-S Rectifier-regulator 11 24-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

12 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/15" (2) side
13 24-085-18-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x7/ 12 24-063-14-S Baffle, valley - #2 side

14 236602-S Connecter (3 contact) side
15 54-755-09-S Kit, 15 amp stator 14 24-g63-23-S Baffle, valley - #1 side

16 12-132-06-S Spark Plug (2) Mgx0.Sxl0 (2)
17 M-548025-S Screw, hex, cap M5xO,Sx25

10 235173-S Clip, cable
19 48-154-02-S Clip, cable AIRINTAKF-/FILTRA'RON

20 X-25-63-S Washer, plain 114"
21 24-504-01-S Module, ignition (2) KEY PART

22 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-126-71-S Bracket, stator wire

-° X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4"

-- 24-176-82-S Harness, wiring

-- 24-518-12-S insulated grip barrel eyelets)

-- 24-113-18-S Decal, grass screen

- - 25-454-03-S Tie, wire (3)

(Includes 2-4,and 24 113 (Incl. 2-4)

18-S) 2 24o100-01-S Nut plastic (3)

(4) 4 24-10g-02-S Nut, plastic (2)

S(4) M5xO.Bx16 (3)

M10xl.5x46 8 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

0 (2) 13 24-003-58-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1

(Inctudes 24 126 71-S) 15 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

(2)

M5xO,8x20 (4)

Lead, black (rect.-reg. 5= -
12 gauge

1 24-164-06-S Manifold, intake

2 M-051055-S Screw, hex. flange

3 24-041-01-S Gasket, intake manifold (2)
4 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base

5 24-094-19-S Base, air cleaner
6 24-041-13-S Gasket, fuel spitback cup

7 24-109-10-S Cup, fuel spitbaek
0 24-083-02-S Precleaner, element

9 47-083-03-S Element, air cleaner
10 24-032-03-S Seal, inner air cleaner
11 24-096-01-S Cover. inner air cleaner

12 12-10g-01-S Wing Nut
13 24-096-67-S Cover. air cleaner
14 54-755-01-S Kit, knob with seal

15 24-153-20-S O-Ring
16 25-341-03-S Knob, cover
17 24-063-51-S Baffle, fuel splt-back

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

Mgxl .Ox55 (4)

(Includes 15 & 16)

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STARTINGSYSTEM I
D_.marrant Svst_mel

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ENGINE CONTROLS

Moteur Contr61e

OIL PAN/ LUBRICATIONI
De L'Huile Pan Lut_rlfication

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STARTING SYSTEM
KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON

M-839080*S Screw. hex. flange

25.098-0B-S Star_er, s_!enold shirt

M-841080-S Nut. hex. flange

3

25-435-04-S Kit, solenoid

4

25-755-33-S Kit, pinion drive (Includes 6)

5
6

25 141 05-S Ring
25-221-01-S Kit, brush

7

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-211-03-S Bolt, round head square
2 24.090-33-S Lever, governor

3 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0
4 24-Bgg-01-S Spfin 9, gnk_ge,
5 25-158-08-S Bushing. linka_gee retaining
6 24-079-04-S Linkage, throttle
7 25-158-f1-S Bushing, throttle linkage
8 M.545016-S Screw, hex. flange

9 M.547050-S Nut, hex. lock M5x0.B

10 24-089-03-S Spring, choke return
11 24-126-56-S Bracket, control

12 M-645016-S Screw hex. flange

13 12-237-01-S Clamp cable (2)
14 24-086-43-S Screw, thread forming 2

15 24-090-07-S Lever, throttle actuator
16 X-20-1-S Washer, lock 114"
17 M-541050-S Nut, hex. flange MSxO.8

18 24-468-01-S Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

19 24-089-45-S Spring, governor
20 M-446030-S Nut, hex. MAxO.7
21 24-090-13-S Lever, throttle control

22 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

23 24°089-51-S Spring. throttle limiter

24 24-090-05-S Lever, choke

25 41-468-03-S Washer. spring 1/4 =

26 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4xO.7x25

27 24-Q7g-BS-S Unkage, choke

M8x1.25xgO (2)
assembly Includes 4-7)

neck

MSx0.gxf6 (1)

M6xl.Ox16 (4

M5x0.Sx20

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

1 24-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly

2 M-645025-S Screw. hex. flange

3 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2)
4 24-393-08-S Oil pump assembly

5 24-123/05-S Tube, oil pickup
6 24-162-26-S Screen, oil
7 24-043-12-S }(it, governor gear w/pin

8 12÷380-01-S Pin, g¢overnor regulating
9 52-44g'02"S Tab, locking
10 12-144-02-S Shatt, governor gear
11 24-153-08-S O-Ring

12 25-139-62-S Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8"
13 24-136-01-S Nipple, oil filter
14 52-050-02-S Filter, oil
15 52°032-0B-S Se_,l, oi_ (PTO end)
16 24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange

17 24-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange
16 25-139-57-S Ptug. sq. hd. so d 3 8

NOTE: All component d_menslons given In U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

(Includes 2-10)

M6x1.0x25 (2)

(Includes S)

]naludes 8

M8x1.25x45

M8x1.25x45 9)

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CRANKSHAFT Vilebrequin

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FUEL SYSTEM I

Fuel Svst_mel

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CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM
KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-014-42-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 1 24-853-25-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets
2 52-139-09-S Plug, cup (Includes 2-4)

EXHAUST (For Information only not
KEY PART (Service with kits 24-757-18-

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION S, 24-757-19-S, 24-757-20°
1 24-041-02-S Gasket. exhaust (2) 4 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base

2 25-072-04-S Stud. MSx1.25x33 (4) 5 M-629095-S Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)
NOTILLUSTRATED 7 47-154-gl-S Clip, cable

-- PA-65578 Replacement Engine 8 24÷353-03-S Line, fuel 10-5/8" (2)

-- 24-522-221 Short Block 9 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (6)

-- 24-782-24 Miniblock 10 24-086-12-S Screw, hex. cap. M6x1.7x18

-- 24-755-107-S Gasket Set (2)

2 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor
3 24-053-25 Carburetor assembly

available separately

S, 24-757-22-S)

6 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)

11 24-393-16-S Pump, fuel - pulse
12 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2)
13 15-353-04-S Line, fuel 11-1/2"
14 24-050-02-S Filter, fuel

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-757-18-S Kit, overhaul w/geskets

-- 24-757-19-8 Kit, choke repair w/gaskets

-- 24-757-20-S Kit, gasket

- - 24-757-22-S Kit, solenoid replacement w/

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

gaskets

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