Craftsman 917.272281 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

CRRFTSMRN*

LAWN TRACTOR

22.0 HP, 42” Mower Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.272281

This product has a low emission engine which operates differentiy from prevlousiy built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner’s Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

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

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

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty Safety Rules ..

Product Specif

AssembIyPre-(

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Maintenance Schedule Service and Adjustments... Storage

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

Repair Parts

Sears Service

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, iubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner’s manuai, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according to the guideiines of coverage iisted beiow. Sears wili aiso provide free iabor for these applicabie warranted parts for the two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there wiii be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exciusions beiow). For your convenience, IN HOME warranty senrice will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge wiii appiy. This charge wiii be waived if the Crafts man product Is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOMECg>. This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

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

• Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

the owner's manual.

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

urchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

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

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty sen/ice will still be

available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman

product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which

vary, from state to state.

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

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SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT; This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Faiiure to observe the foilowing sarety instructions couid resuit in serious injury or death.

^Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means CAUTIONMI BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY !S!NVOLVED.

A CAUTION: !n order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

A CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

A CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

AwARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro

ductive harm. AwARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds, chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

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

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

• Never carry passengers.

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

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

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys tefore dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unciogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

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

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding

mower safely enough to protect them selves and others from serious injury.

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

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to ioss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can re sult in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up

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

mow it.

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SAFETY RULES

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

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

• Follow the m^iufacturer’s recommenda

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

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

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

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

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III. CHILDREN

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

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

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

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

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

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

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

IV. SERVICE

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

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

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

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with

manufacturer’s recommended parts,

when necessary.

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

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

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SAFETY RULES

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

Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult. Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

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

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tail grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

if machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.

Do not turn on slopes unless neces

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu

ally downhill, if possible.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity and Type:

Oil Type

(API-SF-SJ):

Oil Capacity: Spark Plug:

(GAP: .040") Ground Speed

(MPH):

Tire Pressure: Front: 14PSI

Charging System: 16 Amps @ 3600 RPM

Battery:

Blade Bolt Torque:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor, it has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

4 Gallons Unleaded Regular

SAE 30 (Above 32“F) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32»F)

4.0 Pints Champion RC12YC

Fonward: 5.5

Reverse: 2.4

Rear 10-PSI

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

27-35 Ft. Lbs.

Please read emd retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always obsenre the “SAFETY RULES”.

REPAIR AGREEMENT

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

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

• Follow the instructions under “Mainte

nance” and “Storage* sections of this

owner’s manual.

^WwARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester Is

used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

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

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

(U)

Mower Leveling

Wrench

(n)

Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use

Bubble Level

VidiÌO Cassei

Slope Sheet

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ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin.

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from carton. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of carton, and lay panels flat. Check for any additional loose parts

3. or cartons and remove.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid.

CHECK BATTERY

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

ADJUST SEAT

1. Raise seat and loosen adjustment

knobs.

2. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

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

4. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

5. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid.

Adjustment

Knob

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TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and function of controls)

Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest position. Release parking brake by depressing

brake pedal. Place freewheel control in disen

3. gaged position to disengage transmis sion (See TO TRANSPORr in the

Operation section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor fonvard off skid.

5. Remove banding holding the deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

A WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a welt-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in “transmis

sion engaged" position (see TO TRANSPORT" in Operation section of this manual).

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. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position. Release parking brake.

Slowly depress forward drive pedal

and drive tractor off skid. Apply brake to stop tractor and set

parking brake.

10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. Continue with the instructions that follow.

REPOSITION RIGHT REAR GAUGE

WHEEL

For shipping purposes, the right rear gauge wheel assembly is mounted upside down on the mower. Remove the gauge wheel assembly and reinstall from the bottom as shown. To adjust gauge wheels, see the Operation section in this manual.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed)

Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. Hook front latch into hole on front of

3. mower deck.

Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

Mulcher

Deflector Shield

Plate

Latch Hooks

A CAUTION; Do not remove deflector

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

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

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

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulching blades are designed for discharging and bagging

also.

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CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

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

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

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the

Senrice and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

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

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

properly adjusted. See TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

t^CHECKUST

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

Please review the following checklist: ✓ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

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

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened secureiy.

/ All tires are properly inflated. (For

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

/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be property inflated

for leveling).

/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

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

/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel

control is in transmission engaged”

position (see TO TRANSPORT in the

Operation section of this manual).

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

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

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

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

✓ Be sure brake system is in safe operat

ing condition.

/ It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and trans

mission purging instructions (See TO

START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANS

MISSION” in the Operation section of this manual).

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OPERATION

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

♦

REVERSE

(§)

ENGINE ON

FUEL

ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE

l\l

CHHOKE MOWER HEIGHT

jjli

Ü' R N H L ®|I

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL

CLUTCH ENGAGED

FORWARD

LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

HIGH

UNLOCKED

LOW

FAST SLOW

LIGHT

PARKING BRAKE

MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT

IGNmON

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR

{SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

SLOPE HAZARDS

4-ia

FREEWHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself wi№ the locations of

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

Brake Pedal

Freewheel Control

Ammeter.

Throttle

Control

Hourmeter

Ignition Switch

Attachment Clutch Switch

, Light Switch

Position

Lift Lever Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Fonivard Drive Pedal

Reverse Drive Pedal

Height

Adjustment

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (>) of battery. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the tractor and starting the engine. CRUISE CONTROL LEVER • Used to set forward movement of tractor at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Used for

forward movement of tractor.

REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL - Used for reverse movement of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/ brake pedal Into the brake position.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used for

controlling engine speed. FREEWHEEL CONTROL -

Disengagages transmission for pushing

or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off. CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting engine. HOURMETER - Indicates hours of operation.

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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the

eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a

wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOWTO USEYOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator

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

1. Depress brake pedal all the way down

and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in brake posi

tion. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Attachment

“Disengaged” Position

Choke Control Ignition

Throttle Control

“Brake”

Position

Brake Pedal

“Drive”

Postion “DisengagecT

STOPPING MOWER BLADES •

• To stop mower blades, push attach

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress brake

IMPORTANT: Forward and reverse drive pedals return to neutral position when not depressed.

Position

ment clutch switch in to disengaged position.

pedal all the way down.

Parking Brake “Engaged” Position

Clutch Switch “Engaged”

Position

Forward Drive Pedal

Reverse Drive Pedal

Cruise Control Lever

_______________________________

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to stow position to allow engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to “backfire”.

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

• Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than “STOP” will

cause the battery to discharge and go dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

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

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com pletely, as described above, before leaving the operator’s position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the fonward and reverse drive pedals.

1. Start tractor and release parking

brake.

2. Slowly depress fonward or reverse drive pedal to begin movement.

Ground speed increases the further

down the pedal is depressed.

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TO USE CRUISE CONTROL

The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only.

1. With forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed, nriove cruise control lever forward to “SET" position and hold while lifting your foot off the pedal, then release the cruise control lever.

To disengage the cruise control, pull the lever backward to “OFP position, or fully depress the brake peda).

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

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

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi

mately 1-1/2 to 4“. The heights are measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary depending u|:№n 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 coot season and to over 3 inches during hot months.

For healthier and better looking lawns,

mow often and after moderate growth.

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

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting height(See ‘TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in this section of manual).

2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin

which secure each gauge wheel bar.

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground.

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.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

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

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control.

^^CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

Attachment Clutch

Switch “Engaged” Position

“Disengaged'

Position

Attachment

Lift Lever High Position

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills

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

guide provided at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

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

Low Position

Deflector Shield

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• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and brake pedal.

• Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal

to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.

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

Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. To re-engage transmission, reverse above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

o H-i- = i

Transmission Disengaged

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWiNG CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the

ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

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

remove and read oil level. If neces

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

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting ((See the oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance section of this manual).

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

ADD GASOLINE

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

fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

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

near an open flame. IMPORTANT: When operating in tem peratures below 32“F(0'’C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

Insure good cold weather starting.

^CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

(called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which

leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products In the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

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

1. Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

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

Move attachment clutch to disen gaged position.

Move throttle control to fast position

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

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NOTE: Before steuling, read the warm aixl c(^ starting proceckjres bebw.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING {50" F and

above)

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

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

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50" F and below)

7. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up as follows;

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

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

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

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up and

may require the choke control be

lied out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high attitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance

(see ‘TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

PURGETRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage

freewheel lever while the engine is

running. To ensure proper operation and perfor

mance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the transmission whbh may have developed

during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tbn before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged

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

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

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

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: During this step there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system.

5. Shutoff engine and set parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged

position (See TO TRANSPORT in

this section of manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start

engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. Disengage parking brake.

8. Drive tractor forward for approxi

mately five feet then backwards for

five feet. Repeat this driving proce dure three times.

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

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MOWING UPS

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

• The ieft hand side of mower shouid be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that ciippings are discharged onto the area that has aiready been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This wiii result in a more

even distribution of ciippings and more uniform cutting.

• When mowing iarge areas, start by turning to the right so that ciippings wili discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction making ieft hand turns untii finished.

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MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT; For best performance, keep mower housing free of buiit-up grass and trash. Ciean after each use.

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

reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the iawn. Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades.

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

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy grass, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly.

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

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass wili piug 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 materiai. Reguiate ground speed by selecting a iow enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used.

Max 1/3

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

muiched a second time to compieteiy hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu

lar to the first cut path. Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

MAINTENANCE

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and Intertock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteneta ShaipeiVReplace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battaiy Level

Cletut Battery and Tarmlnals Che<d( Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine OH (with oil filter)

Change Enj^ne Oil (wilhoiit oH filter) Clean Air Filler

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffiei/Spaik Aiiester

Replace OH Filter (If er^uipped)

Clean Engine Cooing Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Fitter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Rttsr

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

in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in duty or dusty conditions.

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3 < Replace btadM mom often when mowing in sandy soil. 4 < Not required If equipped With rnefntenance-free battery.

5 • Tighten front axle pi^ b<^ to 35 ft-lbe. maximum.

Do rtot overtighten.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

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

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor. All adjustments In the Sen/ice and Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter

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

BEFORE EACH USE

Check engine oil level.

Check brake operation.

Check tire pressure.

Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper opera tion.

Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

d) General Purpose Grease

<S> BEFERTO Maintenance “ENGINP SECTION

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

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

powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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■raACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad

justed. (See TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

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

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

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

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

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

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

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position.

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

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

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the seat.

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

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

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

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

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

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated.

Trailing .

Edge ^

Flat Washerv

Lock

Washer-

Blade Bolt (Grade 8)*

*A Grade 8 Heat Treated Bolt Can Be

Identified By Six Lines On The Bolt Head

Cënter Hole

Mandrel

mbiy

Star

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine.

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

• To check blade balance, you will need

a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone bal ancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

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

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How

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

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• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

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

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to Teak” 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” in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual).

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

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

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean.

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

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

center. V-BELTS Check V-be!ts for deterioration and wear

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

ENGINE

LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API senrice dassification SF-SJ.

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

SAE ytSCOSTTY GRADES

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NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30,10W30 ete.) improve starting in

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when used above 32'’F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 50 hours of qperation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill ca^

dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

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

Oil Drain Valve

Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

To open, pull out on the drain valve.

After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto the end of the drain valve.

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7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. For accurate reading, tighten dipstick cap securely onto the tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished.

ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

1. Remove knobs and cover. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

4. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Clean cartndge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirfy or damaged,

replace cartridge.

2. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover

and secure with knobs.

IMPORTANT; Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

Knobs

CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

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

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

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

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

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

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

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

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

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel 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'-.

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Foam Pre-Oeaher

Ca^idge

Fuel Filter

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CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of aN gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo tive type wax.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING; TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, 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 to “STOP” and remove key.

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

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,

if equipped, turn height adjustment

knob to lowest setting. Lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Remove retainer spring holding anti

sway bar to chassis bracket and disengage anti-sway bar from bracket.

Remove four retainer springs from

front plate assembly and remove

plate.

Remove retainer springs from

suspension arms at deck and disen gage arms from deck.

Raise attachment lift to its highest

7. position. Slide mower fonvard and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley. Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

Chassis Bracket

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

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

engine life.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brake.

1. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of

mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT; Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

5. Install belt Into electric clutch pulley

groove.

6. Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck pins. Retain with double loop retainer spring with

loops up as shown.

Front Mower Bracket

Electric Clutch Pulley

Front Plate

Assembly

Single Loop Retainer Springs

Double Loop Retainer Springs

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINERSPRINGS

Loop Up

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

Flanged Pins

Front Mower

Bracket

Deflector Shield

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

8. Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between the plate and mower brackets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with

notch on head of pin. If necessary, move mower side-to-side to give space

between plate and mower brackets.

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

9. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

10. If equipped, turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from

mower suspension.

11. Raise deck to highest position.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

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

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated,

you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT WITH BUBBLE LEVEL

NOTE: If necessary, check side-to-side surface below tractor for levelness with a long board and the bubble level.

• Using the lift lever, place mower in

position where no part of the mower, including gauge wheels, is touching the ground.

• From left side of tractor, find the level

decal on top of mower and place bubble level on decal as indicated.

• Mower is level side-to-side when

bubble is between the two lines in the bubble level.

• If adjustment is necessary, under left

hand footrest, turn lift link adjustment nut (above yellow cap) in appropriate direction to bring bubble between the lines in the bubble level.

• Remove bubble level from mower and

store in a safe place.

Bubble Between ^ Bubble Level Lines

Level Decal

ALTERNATE SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT METHOD

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on bo№ sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other.

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

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE; Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust

ing.

FRONT-TO-BACKADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the following front-to-back adjust ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance “D" directly in front of

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

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• Before making any necessary adjust

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

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

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

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

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

links must remain equal In length.

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Measure distance “D” directly in front of and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust

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

• If links are not equal In length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

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

• When distance “D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nuts “P against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut “P

from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “E" on both front links an equal number of turns. The two front

links must remain equal in length.

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

BOTH FRONT PLATE UNKS MUST BE

EQUAL IN LENGTH

Nut “E”

Nut “I

Front Plate Links

Trunnion

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

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

BELT REMOVAL-

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

Work belt off both mandrel pulleys

and idler pulleys.

Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION-

1. Work belt around both mandrel

pulleys and idler pulleys

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

3. Install mower (See To Install Mower”

in this section of this manual).

Mandrel Pulley

Idler Pulleys

Mandrel Pulley

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TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxie.

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”.

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces sary. Contact a Sears or other qualified senrice center.

With parking brake “Engaged"

Jam Nut

Operating Arm

Do not touch №is nut. If further brake adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower {See “TO REMOVE

MOWER” in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and

keepers.

2. Disconnect clutch wire harness.

Remove clutch locator.

Remove belt from stationary idler and

4. clutching idler.

Remove belt downward from engine

5. pulley and around electric clutch. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

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

Remove belt from center span keeper

7. and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION-

Carefully work new belt down around

transmission cooling fan and onto the

input pulley. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

belt around electric clutch and onto engine pulley. Install belt through stationary idler and

4. clutching idler. Reinstall clutch locator and tighten nut securely.

Reconnect clutch harness.

Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

7. and inside all belt guides and keep ers.

Install mower (See “TO INSTALL

MOWER” in this section of manual).

Electric

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TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT Should your transmission require

removai for service or repiacement, it shouid be purged after reinstaiiation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMiSSiON" in the Operation

section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN

MENT

if steering wheei crossbars are not horizontai (ieft to right) when wheeis are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheei and reassembie with crossbars horizontai. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

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

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to stow leaks, purchase and use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining Ring

Axle Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

^WARNING: Lead-add batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame artd

snioking nnaterials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the ^ine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY* in the

MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If *iumper cables^ are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is quipped with a 12 volt system. The otiter vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other v^iides.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

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

battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

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

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead

Battery

Fully Charged Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

AwARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift ho^ 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 temninal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

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Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminai with

remaining hex boit and keps nut.

Tighten securely

Close terminal access doors.

Close hood.

Keps Nut

Terminal Access Door

Positive (Red)

Cable

Terminal Guard

Negative

(Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT LAMP A CAUTION: When lit, the halogen

lamps get extremely hot. Hold lamp assembly by the holder and do not touch

the bulb.

1. Raise hood.

2. Disconnect harness 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.

Hex Bolt

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

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

4. When replacing hood, be sure to

reconnect the headlight wire connec

tor.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

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

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

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ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission coritroi devices and systems, which are being dcxie at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair estabiishment or iridividuai. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufactureras senÀce outiet TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttie controi has been preset at the factory and adjustment shouid not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de scribed beiow before loosening cabie. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as foiiows;

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cabie back until swivel is against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

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

factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as de scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

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

2. Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner.

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. Replace air cleaner cover assembly

and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for

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

ment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

Clamp Sere'

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

A CAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove alt 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 chipp>ed paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during tong periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI

NALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon

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

• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE FUELSYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

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

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

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

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

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

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

tractor to rust.

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

Page 30

TROUBLESHOOTING CHAFm

PROBLEM

CAUSE

Will not Start 1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not “CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

CORRECTION

1. Rl fuel tank.

2. See “TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

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

8. Check all wiring.

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

10. Contact a Sears or other

qualified sen/ice center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See To Adjust Carburetor” in Sen/ice and Adjustments section.

8. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

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. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in “CHOKE" position.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified senrice center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

1. Set in “Higher Cuf position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

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

PROBLEM Loss of power

(continued)

CAUSE

3. Build'up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

CORRECTION

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filter. Check oil ievel/change oil. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

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

10. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/

fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check ail wiring.

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

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified sen/ice center.

Excessive

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

vibration

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

Engine continues

to run when

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged

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

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other

qualified sen/ice center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Mower blades will not rotate

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

1. Remove obstruction.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Mower blades will not rotate (con’t)

Poor grass discharge

2. Wom/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

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

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact aSears or other

qualified service center.

Place throttle control in

“FAST position. Shift to slower speed. Allow grass to dry before mowing. Level mower deck. Check tires for proper air pressure.

Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

Clean underside of mower housing. Replace mower drive belt. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Headllght(s) not

working

(If so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine “backfires”

when turning

engine “OFF”

1. Switch is “OFF.

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections.

Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in

“disengaged” position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing.

1. Engine throttle control not set at “SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

1. Turn switch “ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in

“engaged” position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

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

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT -MAKE'

OFF NONE

RUNAJQHT

RUN

STAFTT B-rS + AI NONE

B+A1 A2+L B+A1 NONE

CIRCUrr

C + G.B + H

C + F.B.E. A+D

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

i>osmoN

OFF

WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

Page 34

ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

\ /

Page 35

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

1 163465

74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20x3/4

7603J

145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20x7-1/2

10 11 150109 12 145769 16 176138 21

175449

24 4799J Cable, Battery 25 146148 26 175158

73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

28 145491

160784 Switch, Seal

30 175442

33 175447

179737 Harness, Ignition

71110408 Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2

42 131563 Cover.Terminal

43 178861 Soierwid

45 175500

46 177501

50 178461

17490508 Screw Thdrot 5/16-18x1/2

79 175448

109748X Relay Asm

81 NOTE: Atl component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Battery Tray, Battery Holddown Battery Front Mount

Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 Switch Interlock

Harness, Light

Cable, Battery

Fuse Cable, Ground Switch, Ignition

Key

Ammeter Hourmeter Switch Pto

Lamp and Hoider Asm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

209

Page 37

TRACTOR • - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 174619

2 176554 3 17060612 9 172542X416

11 174996 10 72140608 13 179174X010 14 17490608 17 172540X615 20 1806^ 23 124028X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

2B 174945X418

29 174944X418 30 179131X615 31 139976 37 17490508 38 175710 39 174988 42 172545X599 43 172544X599

58 174993

60 STD533707

64 174997

74 STD541437

90 124346X

142 175702

143 154966

144 175582 145 156524 154 174679

155 174680

158 162037

159 179950X418

166 164863 206 170165 209 17000612 215 172543X615 217 179132X418 219 17000512

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Chassis

Drawbar Screw, 3/8-16x3/4 Dash Panel, Dash, LH Bolt 3/6-16x1 Panel, Dash, RH Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Hood Assembly

Plate Battery

Bushing Snap Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Locknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC Grille Lightbox Dual Fender/Footrest Bracket, Fender/Support Screw. Thdrol. 5/16-18 x Iffi TYT Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear Bracket Pivot Hood LensLh Lens Rh Duct Hooci Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 Dash Lower Nut Crowniock 3/8-16 UNC Nut Self ThdWshHd 1/4 Plate Reinforcement Bracket Swaybar Chassis Bracket Footrest

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Bracket Dash Rh

Bracket Dash Lh Parking Brake Bkrt

CupholderStI BIk

HWHDH:-Lo. #13-16x3/4 Bolt Shouider 5/16-18 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4 Bumper Console Fuel Window Stit Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

Page 38

GROUND DRIVE

C><"

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^72281

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Page 39

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^72281

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART NO.

NO.

......

17060512 Screw 5/16-18x3/4 89 174901X418 Console, Shift

137140

9 15 74490544 16 73800500

17 126197X Washer 1-1/2 OD x 15/32 ID x 116 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 Unc x 1

19 73800600 20 150280 21 175036X505 22 175896 24

73350600 25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 215 175646 26 19131316 27

76020412 Pin Cotter 1/6 x 3/4 CAD. 218 174713 Arm Control Pedal Reverse 28 179607 Rod, Parking Brake 219 174839 29

179608X505

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 221

32 74760512

72140506 34

175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 225 174712 Arm Control Pedal Forward 36

19211616

1572H Pin, Roll

38 179114 Pulley, Composite 228 179032 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 3 229 176451 Washer Serrated 5/16 x .75 41 175556

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 232 175570 Actuator Cruise Disengage

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Gmd Dnv StI 233 174856 Pawl Control Cruise 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 234 174858 Lever Control Cruise 50 74760624

73680600

51 52

73680500

53 10571OX Link, Clutch 238 175807 Arm Mtg. Cmise Sector 55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 239 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16x1/2 56

17060620

57 140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive 241 73930400 Nut Centertock 1/4-20 Unc 59

169691 17120614

61 62 123533X Cover, Pedal 244 166860 Screw 5/16-18 X 5/8 Yellow 63 175417 Pulley, Engine 250 65

10040700 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine 254 178062 Clip Retainer 74

137057 75 121749X 76 12000001

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

T ransaxle (See Breakdown) hlydFo gear Model 323-0510 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1 -5/8 x 16 Ga.

Clutch Elec Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 Nut Lock Hex W/lns. 5/16-18 Unc 96 4497H RetidnerSpring 1' Zinc/Cad

.250 120 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc Bolt Hex 7/16-20 X 4 X 1/4

Knob Custom Control Cruise 202 72110612 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Rod, Brake

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 214 Washer 217

Knob Brake Parking 220

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4

Washer 226 174902

Keeper, Belt Idler Rat 231 174573 StrapTorque

Bolt

NutCrownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

Screw 3/8-16 X1-1/4 240 175610 Spring Return Cruise Control

Keeper, Center Span 242 Screw 3/8-16 X .875

Washer Spacer, Axle

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

E-Ring

77 123583X

124346X

90 95

180825

73900600 Nut Lock Rg 3/8-16 Unc 150 175456 151 19133210

212

145212 Nut HexFIange Lock 174735

179433 Pedal Reverse Asm. w/Pad

174711

72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 Unc x 3/4 222 73680700 223 174840 224

174736

227

174710 Cam Reverse Pedal LT

235 174857 Sector Control Cruise 236 128903 237 170165

74780412

243 178289 Bracket Anti-Rotation CVX

17060612 179422

253

NOTE: /01 component dimensions given in U.S. inches

Key, Square

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc Rod Bypass

Spacer Retainer Washer 13^ x 2 x 10 Ga.

UnkTransaxle Cover Pedal Fonward

Bracket Frest Pd Ctrl. Hyd Bracket Mtg. Pedal Control

Nul Crownlock 7/16-14 Unc

Washer Nylon 11/16 ID X.060

Pedal Forward Bolt Pivot Spacer

Bolt Shoulder 3/8-16 Unc 1/44 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18

Bolt Rn Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 3/4

Screw 3/8-16 X 3/4 Washer .3125 x .615 X 16 Ga.

Page 40

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - • MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

Page 41

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 irei39X418 Steering Wheel

2 172393 Axle Assen^ly

169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H.

3 4 169839 Spindle Assembly. R.H. 5 626SH

121748X

6 8 12000029 Ring, Klip

10 175121 DragHnk 11 STD551137 Wa^er, Lock 12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf 13 136518

145212

15 17

177883 Shaft Assembly. Steering

29 17060612

1TO162

32 33 19111216

STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy Spr. 5/16 35 73540500 Crownlock Nut 5/16-24 Unf 36 155105 37 152927 38 175140X418 40 STD541537 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf 41 159945 42 174530X418 Boot, Steering Shaft

121749X

121232X

160367

65 67

72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4 68 169827 Axle, Brace 71 175146 Steering Asm 72 19182411 82 169835 87 173966 88 175118 91 175553 Clip Steering

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Bearing, Race, Thmst, Hardened

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

Spacer Brg Axle Front

Nut Hexfiange Lock

Screw, 3/8-16 X 3/4

Rod, Tie

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bushing, Steering Screw

Insert Steering Wheel Adaptor, Steering Wheel Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Cap, Spindle

Spacer Brace /Vxie

Washer 9/16 Id x 1-lffi Od 11 G Zin

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14

Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 Unc

Page 42

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

112

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

... ••

I ll|N |l 9.

i ii o L i* *

Page 43

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 175437)«05 Control, ThrolU® 2 164863 Screw HwhdH.-Lo #13016x3/4 3

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

4 149723 Muffler 5 159955 Pipe Exhaust Lh 6 160589 Pipe Exhaust Rh 8 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 Uncx 3/4

10 162797 Shield Heat

13 165391 Gasket

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

16 11050600 Washer, Lock, External Tooth 3/6

17 17060624 Screw 3/8-16 x M/2

23 169837 Shield, Browning / Debris Guard

25 175440X505 ChokeControl

26 73920600 Nut, Keps 3/8-24 Unf

29 137180 Kit, Spark Arrestor

31 179022 Tank Fuel

32 179124X418 Cap Asm Fuel

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

37 8543R Une.Fuel

38 148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy

41 139277 Stem Fuel Tank

45 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16x3/4

62 10040500 Washer Lock 5/16

72 71070512 Screw Hex Cap 5/16-18x3/4

81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

112 3645J Bushing

Engine, (See Breakdown) B&S Model Number

446777-0165'E1

(See Engine Breakdown)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 44

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^72281

KEY

PART

NO.

175134

140551

71110616 Bolt

19131610

145006

STDS41437

124181X

17000616

19131614

182493

177957

121246X

121248X

DESCRIPTION

Seat Bracket, Pivot, Seat

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge Clip, Push-In Hinged Nut Spring, Seat Screw 3/8-16x1-1/2 Washer 13'32 x 1 x 14 Gauge

Pan, Seat

Knob Seat Bracket, Switch Mounting Bushing, Snap

KEY NO.

14 15 121249X

16 17 18 124238X

21 22 24

NOTE

1 inch

PART NO.

72050412

123740X Spring

12Э976Х 1718БЙ

STD541431 Nut 19171912

12701 ex

: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches s 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Spacer, Split

Locknut, Range 1/4 Grade 5 Cap Spring Seat Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

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

Gauge Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

Page 45

DECALS

PART

KEY NO.

NO.

1 180978 2 174969 3 177909 4 177910

133644

181604 Decal, Engine

179128

8 9 182168 10 156439 11 181470 12 146046 13 177890 14 160396

TRACTOR • - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

PART

KEY

NO.

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Hood/Seat Reflector L.H. Decal, Hood, R.H. Decal, Hood, LH. Decal, Customer Maintenance

Decal, Deck B 42 Decal, Dash Lwr Decat, Fender Danger Decal, Deck Leveling Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic Decal Strg Wheel Decal, V-Belt Schematic

NO.

181427

138047

16 18 177913

149516

21 177889

174970

22 23 177955 24 172331

- -

138311

- -

174998X418

- -

175542X418

169210

- -

183252

- -

183253

DESCRIPTION

Decal Repic Decal, Battery Diehard Decal, Panel Side Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Decal, Grille ReflectorRH

Decal, Fender Oper Cruise Decal, Deck Dec^, Lift Handle Pad Footrest LH Pad Footrest RH Decal, By Pass Lt Hydro Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART NO. NO.

59192

1 2

65139

177750

59904

106732X417

278H

6 7

9040H

106108X417

177751

7152J

10 11

104757X417 144334

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Valve Cap, Tire Stem, Valve Tire, Front Tube, Front Tire (Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Rim, Front Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only) Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

Rim, Rear

Tire, Rear Tube, Rear Tire

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

Page 46

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

Page 47

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

KEY PART

NO. NO.

179504

159476

178981

12000002

19211621

120183X

175830

139865

139866

4939M

175562

73350800

175689

73800800

139868

163552

169865

73540600

155097

123935X

17060516

19112410

155098

175560

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Plunger Assembly Shaft Assembly, Lift Pin, Groove E-Ring

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

Bearing, Nylon

Grip, Handle, Fluted Unk, Lift, LH. Unk, Lift, R.H. Retainer Spring Plate Asm Suspension Front Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Tnjnnion Front Susp.

Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

Arm Asm. Suspension Mower

Retainer Spring Trunion Sups. Arm. Bearing Pivot Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

Pointer Height Indicator Plug Hole Screw 5/16-18 X 1 Washer 11/32 x 1-1^ x 10 Ga indicator Height Stit Pin Flange

Page 48

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

19 21 lO-

105

102^

Page 49

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

MOWER DECK

PART

KEY PART NO. NO.

182032

1 2 STD533107 Bolt 3 138017

4 165460 5 STD624008

178024

850857

8 9 STD551137

10 140296 11

139775

13 137645

14 128774

110485X

15 16

174493 17 72110614 Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 x Gr. 5 129 18 72140505 19 132827

159770

21 STD541431 23 177563 24 10S304X Cap, Sleeve 136 155986 25 123713X 26 110452X

27 130968X428 28 19111016 29 131491 30 173984 31 129963 32

153535

33 178342

131494 Pulley, Idler, Rat

36 37 S7D551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 40 STD541437 Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC 159 72140614 BoItTdhd Sgn 3/8-16UNC x 1-3/4 44

140088 45 STD624003 46 137729 54

133943 55 155046 56 165723 59 141043 61 174882

DESCRIPTION NO.

Mower Deck Assembly, 42* 68 174883 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, № STD541437 Nut

Front Bracket Sway Bar 38/42* Deck Retainer Spring 101 136420 Bar Sway Deck 102 71081010 Screw

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 X 1.25 Gr. 8 Washer, Lock 104 STD551110 Washer, Harderred 105 160793

Blade, Mulching Premium

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 116 4898H

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 117 165746 Wheel Gauge Rally

Bearing, Bail, Mandrel

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8 130 STD523710

Bolt, Shoulder 131 STD533710 BolL Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1 Baffle, Vortex 132 Nut Crownlock5/16-18 UNC Bracket, Deflector

Spring, Torsion, Deflector Nut, Push 138 155992 Shield, Deflector 139 159644 Washer 11/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga. 140 159643 Rod. Hinge 143 157109 Screw Thd Roll Dod Pt. Hex Washer, Spacer 145 165888 Pulley, Mandrel 146 171977 NuLToplock, Ranged

Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 162 Retainer Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20x5/8 Washer, Hardened Housing, Shaft and Shaft Arm, Idler Hardware Only - Pulley Not Spacer, Retainer Guard, TUV Idler Spring ExL Elect Clutch

KEY

NO.

180532

91 94 132264

95 180533

103 19061216

106 2029J

118 73930600

19121414

119

19131312

17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X 3/4 134 156941 135 155989

137 72110505

158634

144

169022 Spring Return Idler

148 149 165898 150 19091216

179126

183 163552

130794

- -

181542 Replacement Mower, Complete

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

DESCRIPTION V-Belt

Bracket Roller Nose LH Roller Nowe 38-50

Bracket Roller Nose RH MulcherCover

Washer #10

Washer, Lock Latdi Assembly, Bagger Nut,Wetd Bolt shoulder

Nut Centeriock 3/8-16 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. Washer 13/32 X13/16 X 12 Ga.

Bott, Rn Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr.5

Pin Head Rivet

Bracket WhI. Gauge Rear LH

Channel Adj. WhI Gauge

Bolt Carr Short 5/16-18 x 5/6

Bracket Whl. Gauge Rear RH

Bracket WhI Gauge Front RH

Bracket Whl Gauge Front LH

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42” Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Rat

Bott Carriage Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

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

Rod Roller Nose Retainer Spring Zinc Mandrel /Assembly (Includes

Included)

Page 50

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 323-0510

j a>

\ s

ms \

\ %

\ \

Page 51

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 323^)510

KEY

PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY

PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

170351 Main Housing, Assembly

170352 3 170353 4

170354 5

169898 Block - Assembly 6

170355 Sealant 10.5 Oz 7

170356 8

170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 9

170358 10

170359 Ring-Retaining 11

170360 Spacer 12

169870 Ring-Retaining

170361

169869 Ball Brg 17mm Id X 40mm Od X

170362

170363 Lip Seal 18X32X7

178781 Arm, Control

150771

170365 Check Plug Assembly, Washer (Plated)

170366 Shaft, Motor

170367

170368 10t/48tGear 29 170369 30

170370 60t Bull Gear 31 170371

170389 SleeveBearing(Outboard) 33

142991 Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/2 Od X .13 24X1-1/2 34

1TO390 Lip Seal /^ie Seal 35

170391 36 170392 37

150792 38

150793 Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 39

150609 Shaft 40

170393 41

170394 42

170395 Magnet, Ring 43 170396 44 150797 45

170397 RIter 46

170398 Base, RIter 47

170399 Actuator, Bypass 48

170400 49

170401 Arm, Bypass 50

170402 Retaining Ring .250 External 51

170403 Seal, Lip .741X.250X.250TC 52

170404

170405 Retaining Ring

170406 Bearing, Center Block 55 142977 56 142978 Washer 57

150798 20W-500Ü 58 170407 59

170408 60

142883 Brake Puck 61

142882 Puck Plate 62 142887 63

170410 Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 W/ 64

142892 65

170411 Spacer 66

170412

Side Housing, Assembly Center Section, Assembly Swashplate, Trunion Machined

Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X1.25 Shaft, Input

Seal, Up.67XI.58X.276 12mm

Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16-

24X0.75

Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust

Gear - Pinion, 13t Gear, lot Jackshaft Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X

.625

•75x1.750x.625 Thk Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39(Key,R.H.)

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

Ring, Spiral Retaining Pin, Jackshaft

Spring, Bypass Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 Lg

Rod, Bypass Actuator

Flat Washer, 5/8ld x 1.0 Od x .05

Thk

Spring - Helical Compression

Brake Yoke Rotor, Brake

Brake Actuating Pin Patch,Special Range

Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch Spring, Brake Arm Bias

170413

178782

170415

170416

170417

170418

73 142884 74

170419

170420

76 170421 77

170422 78 142969 79

142980 80 150778

81 170423 82

170424 83

161168 84

170425 85 170426 87

142917 88 170429 90

170430 93 170431 94

178783 95 178784

178786 Spacer, Locating 97

178787 98

178789 99

178792 Puck, Adjusting 100 178793 101 178794 102

178795 103

178796 107

170432

108

170433

109

170434

111

170435 113 170437 114 178797 116 170438 Silicon Sponge 117

178799 119

170439 Fan, 7 In. 120

170440 121

170441 122 170442 123

178800 Belt Keeper 124

170444 125

170445 126 170446 127

170447 128

173165 130

178802 131

178803 132

178804 133

178806 Damper 134

178808 Washer, Helical Spring Lock 5/16

900

173839

NOTE

!: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches

1 inch =

Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Rlbbed

Arm, Brake

Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 Compression Spring Brake AntiDtag

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

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

Oil Seal .625 XI.OX.25

Check Plug Assembly, .027,

Washer

Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975 Spring, Helical Comp Spacer Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24Unjf(Nylon

Insert) Wedge, Friction Pack Clip, Washer .316x1.50x.1046

Pin, Standard Headless

Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

Hose, Expansion Tank Cap - Pc^pet Valve

Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X1/2

Puck, Inner Wedge Spring Clip - Housing Thrust

Bearing, Ball Screw, Socket Head Cap 5/16-

Screw, SFHCS 5/16-18X1 Arm Return

Washer, .24 ID X 1.60 OD X .239 Spring, Extension Spacer .260 ID X .560 OD X .870 Bracket, Torque Deflector Washer, Motor Shaft .71idx1.15odx.030thk Plug, Sae #6 0-Ring.07X.301 I.D. Bracket, Support Expansion Tank Spring

Pin, Spring Pulley

Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Ins.) Washer, Belleville

Center Section-Filter-Bypass Asm. Filter Assembly Fan - Pulley Service Assembly Seal - O-Ring Kit Kit, Expansion Tank Stud Ball Bracket, Cruise Damper Hex Nut 5/16-18 NC

T ransaxte Complete

25.4 mm

Page 52

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777 TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1

Page 53

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777 TYPE NUMBER 0165-El

240 1

^ 601

121 CARBUHETOR OVERHAUL KIT

104 “ 105 I

117

137

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

<37(3)

150 g

276 O

187A

383

GOt

1128 J

ia>S J

276 O 633 •

987 •

1123 O

1124 ee

633 f

987 •

1123 O 1124 99

635

385^

387

918 0

T| n

78i

616

552

S52A

742

552A

404

691

2271

505c

UlJ^ 562

Page 54

TRACTOR - • MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777 TYPE NUMBER 0165-El

363

697

Page 55

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777 TYPE NUMBER 0165-El

KEY PAFIT NO. NO.

694001

499585

391086

690069

697580

697581 893997

499601

690937

690960

690942 697227

690360

13 15

690946 691046

690947

694966 691053

23 24

222698

697679

697680 25 697681 25 697682

697683

697684

697685

697686

690975

690229

499583

690976 697576

499597

690963

35 36

690963

690964

499586

690977

690978

692714

695241

690950*

690951

695240

691055

691057

691056

690283

690718 499602

104

690984

105

690985

690986

108

DESCRIPTION Cylinder Assembly

Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side)

• Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) Sump-Engine Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 1) Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 2)

•+ Gasket-Cylinder Head

Breather Assembly

• Gasket-Breather Screw (Breather Assembly) Tube-Breather

• Gasket-Crankcase Screw (Cylinder Head)

Plug-Oil Drain

Crankshaft

• Seal-Oil (pro Side)

Screw (Engine Sump) Flywheel Key-Flywheel Piston Assembly (Standard) Piston Assembly (.010" Oversize) Piston Assembly (.020” Oversize) Piston Assembly (.030" Oversize) Ring Set-Piston (Standard) Ring Set-Piston (.010* Oversize) Ring Set-Piston (.020" Oversize)

Ring Set-Piston (.030"

Oversize)

Lock-Piston Pin Pin-Piston

Rod-Connecting Screw (Connecting Rod) Vaive-Exhaust Valve-Intake Spring-Valve (Intake)

Spring-Valve (Exhaust)

Retainer-Valve

Keeper-Valve Tappet-Valve

Camshaft

Short Block (446777-0027-E2

Replacement Engine)

Manifold-Intake

0T Gasket-Intake

Stud (Carburetor)

Screw (Intake Manifold)

Screen-Rotating

Screw (Rotating Screen)

Washer (Flywheel)

Plug-Oil

Screw (Throttle Valve)

Kit-Idle Speed

0 Pin-Float Hinge 0 Valve-Float Needle

Valve-Choke

KEY PART NO. NO.

117 690232 0 118 690989 121 499811 125 499804 130 690993 131 499805 133 499806 135 499803 137 690994 0t 141 499807 142 499808 0 146 690979

150 690995 0t

160 690996 163 691001 •+ 165 693148 187 691050

187 A

691049

188

690960

192

690083

209

697674

211

691019

212

695238

213

691021

216

691022

219

696376 690412

220

222

691023

227

691048

231

690718

240

695666 690957

250 252

690956

265

691024

267

695134

276

690997*0+

287

690960

304

695277 691005

305 309

691262

310

691263

311

497608

332

691059

333

691060

334

691061

337

491055 694012

358

RPM Settings:

* Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358 0 Included in Caiburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

DESCRIPTION Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Attitude) Kit-Carburetor Overhaul Carburetor Valve-Throttle

Kit-Throttle Shaft Float-Carburetor

Tube-Fuel Transfer

Gasket-Roat Bowl KIt-Choke Shaft Nozzle-Carburetor Key-Timing Gasket-Nozzle Retainer-Solenoid Gasket-Air Cleaner Nut (Ring Gear) Line-Fuel (Cut to Required Length) Line-Fuel (Molded) Screw (Control Bracket) Adjuster-Rocker Arm Spring-Governor Spring-Governed Idle Link-Throttle

Bracket-Choke Control

Link-Choke Gear-Governor Washer (Governor Lever)

Bracket-Control

Lever-Governor Control

Screw (Choke Valve)

Filter-Fuel

Retainer-Breather

Collector-Oil Clamp-Casing

Screw (Casing Clamp) Washer-Sealing

Screw (Dipstick Tube)

Housing-Blower

Screw (Blower Housing)

Motor-Starter

Bolt-Starter Motor

Brush Set

Nut (Flywheel)

Armature-Magneto

Screw (Magneto Armature)

Spark Plug

Set-Engine Gasket

Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

121

t Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

977

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

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

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777 TYPE NUMBER 0165-El

KEY PART NO. NO.

691062

363

690966

383

690960

385

808656

387

690442

404

690960

405

690999

418

695667

445 447

691003 690960

447A

691008

467 474

696458 691185

501

691029

505

497606

510

692024

513

691036

523

691032

524

691037

525

690960

526 544

552

690552 690553

552A

690311

562

691009

573

691038

601

690317

615

691045

616

691917

617

690960

628 633

690998 0Ф

635

66538

654

690958

668

691215 690234

672

690657 •

691 695

693149

697

690372

703

691010 690959

718 726

499612

729

694123

741

690980 690328

742

696999

750

693058

783

788

691039 695050

789

696576

789A

691029

797

693167

797A

690967

798

691283

801 802

691286

803

DESCRIPTION Flywheel Puller

Wrench-Spark Plug Screw (Fuel Pump)

Pump-Fuel

Washer (Governor Crank) Screw (Back Plate)

Plate-Carburetor Rlter-AIr Cleaner Cartridge

Screw (Air Guide Cover)

Screw (Air Guide Cover) Knob-Air Cieaner

Aitemator

Regulator Nut (Governor Controi Lever) Drive-Starter Clutch-Drive

Dipstick

Seal-Oipstlck Tube Tube-Dip^k Screw (Regulator) Armature-Starter

(Service with 691262 Starter Motor) Bushing-Governor Crank Bushing-Governor Crank Bolt (Goverrror Control Lever) Plate-Back Clamp-Hose Retainer-Governor Shaft Crank-Governor Seal-0 Ring (intake Manifold)

Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket) Seal-Choke/Throttie Shaft Boot-Sparkplug Nut (Carburetor) Spacer Gasket-Carburetor Plate Seal-Governor Shaft Screw [Ring Gear) Screw (Drive Cap) Clip

Pin-Locating Gear-Ring Clip-Wire Gear-Timing Retainer-E Ring Screw (Oil Pump Cover) Gear-Pinion Bracket-Fuel Pump Harness-Wiring Harness-Wiring Nut (Brush Retainer) Nut (Brush Retainer) Screw (Rocker Arm)

C^Drive

Cap-End Housing-Starter (Service with 691262 Starter Motor)

KEY PART

NO. NO. 842

691031 • 499602

847

851

493880

855

691011 691012

865 865A

691014

865B

691015 690968 •+

868

691127

914

694000

918

695239

929 929A 691003 943 690589 •

947 499809

965 499613

967 272638 968 499788 975 499810 977 499812 987 691000 0t

1005 499603 1013 690954 1017 690770 1019 690103 1022 690971 •+ 1023 499599 1023A499600

1024 499054 1026 690981 1026A690982 1027 696854 1029 690972 1035 691042 1036 695704 1051 691265 1058 274794 1070 691058 1090 691293

1095 694013 1100 690973 1119 691183 1123 6909870 t

1124 6909880 t 1126 690991 Screw

1127 690992 Screw 1128 690990 0 Screw 1169 693140 Screw

RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100

• Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358 0 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

DESCRIPTION Seal-Dipstick/Tube

Dipstick^ube Assembly Terminal-Sparkplug Adapter-Air Cover-Air Guide Cover-Air Guide Cover-Air Guide Seal-Valve Screw (Rocker Cover)

Hose-vacuum Screw (Choke Control Bracket) Screw (Choke Control Bracked Seai-0 Ring (Oil Pump Cover) Sotenoid-Fuel Cover-Oil Pump RIter-Pre Cleaner Cover-Air Cleaner Bowl-Float Gasket Set-Carburetor Seal-Throttle Shaft

Fan-Flywheel Nipple^il Filter

Screen-Oil Pump

Kit-Label Gasket-Rocker Cover Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 1) Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 2)

Pump-Oil Rod-Push (Steel) Rod-Push (Aluminum)

Filter-Oil Arm-Rocker Shaft-Pump

Label-Emission

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

Screw (Flywheel Fan)

Retainer-Brush

Gasket Set-Valve

Pivot-Rocker Arm

Screw (Aitemator)

Seal-0 Ring (Solenoid

Retainer)

Seal-0 Ring (Fuel Transfer

Tube)

Fuel Transfer Tube) Roat Bowl)

Carburetor Nozzle) Carburetor Cover

Plate)

High Speed: 3000-3200

121

t Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

977

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

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

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SERVICE NOTES

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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WARNING: To avoid serious Injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow

slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent

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

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

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

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hiil slope you want to measure.

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

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Craftsman 917.272281 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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WARRANTY

III. CHILDREN

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

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OPERATION

4-ia

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

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TO START ENGINE

MAINTENANCE

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

STORAGE

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Excessive

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

Mower blades will not rotate

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ENGINE

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