Craftsman 917.272464 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

LAWN TRACTOR

21.5 HP, 42” Mower Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.272464

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

IMPORTANT:

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

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

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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, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in materia! or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below).

For your convenience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will 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-HOME®. 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 riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.

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

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

the owner’s manual.

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

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

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

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 service 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. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

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

plug.

AwarNING: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor. ^^WARNING: 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, white 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.

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

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

• Slow down before turning.

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

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

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

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or 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 burn . 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.

It. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-ofcontrol and tipover accidents, which can re sult in severe injury or death. Ail 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 manufacturer’s recommenda tions for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability.

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

the stabiiity 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 fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never aliow children to operate the machine.

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

IV. SERVICE

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

-Use oniy an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never 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 regulariy.

• 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 sen/ice 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. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

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

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

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity

and Type: Oil Type

(APl-SF-SJ):

Oil Capacity:

Spark Plug:

(GAP: .040")

Ground Speed

(MPH):

Tire Pressure: Front: 14PSI

Charging

System: Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

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.

3.5 Gallons Unleaded

Regular

SAE 30

(Above 32° F)

SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F) 4 Pints Champion RC12YC

Forward; 5.5 Reverse: 2.4

Rear: 10 PSi 16 Amps @ 3600 RPM

Min. CCA; 230

Case Size: U1R

27-35 Ft. Lbs.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

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

• Follow the instructions under “Mainte nance” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.

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

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

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ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

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

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below.

(1) 3/4" wrench {1) Pliers (2) 7/16" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

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

panels flat.

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

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex nut and tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

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

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

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

in extension and lower shafts and install 1/4 hex bolt and locknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 10-12 ft. lbs torque.

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

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension.

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

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift 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).

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INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

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

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

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolts are positioned over the

large slotted holes in pan.

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

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press clutchAjrake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controis)

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

Release parking brake by depressing ciutch/brake pedal.

Place freewheel control in ‘transmis sion disengaged” position (See ‘TO TRANSPORT’ in the Operation section of this manual).

Roll tractor forward off skid.

Remove banding holding 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 well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. I. Be sure ail the above assembly steps

have been completed.

Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.

Place freewheel control in “transmis sion engaged" position. (See ‘TO TRANSPORT’ in the Operation section of this manual).

Sit on seat in operating position,

depress ciutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.

Place motion control iever in neutral

(N) position.

Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

Release parking brake.

Slowly move the motion control lever

9. forward and slowly drive tractor off skid.

10. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever

in neutral position. II. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. Continue with the instructions that follow.

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

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

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulching blades are designed for discharging and bagging

also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSt shown in

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

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

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST

BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

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 securely. ✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory). / Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling). / Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside ail belt keepers. / Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped. / Before driving tractor, be sure free

wheel control is in “transmission

engaged” position (see “TO TRANS

PORT’ 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

operating condition.

It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Operation section of this manual).

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OPERATION

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

R N

REVERSE NEUTRAL

NEl

ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

UGKT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR

(Automatic Models only)

GHT!

FREE WHEEL

HIGH

(§>

■fir Q

LOW

141

>KE

CHOKE

ОI

FAST

AND FEET AWAY

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury.

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

SLOW

IGNITION

LOCKED UNLOCKED

dlis

SLOPE HAZARDS

Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death, serious injury and/or property damage.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could result in damage to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,

1Ш.11Ы avoided, could result in death, serious injury

" ’ and/or property damage.

'I. FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

^ could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

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KNOWYOURTRACTOR

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

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

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

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

attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

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

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower cutting height. 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 to control engine speed. FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

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FORESIGHT IS BÉTTER

TMÙMNO $JGHT

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.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

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

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from clutch/brake

3edal. Pedal should remain in brake 30sition. Make sure parking brake will lold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever “Engaged" Position

Choke Control

“Disengaged

Position

Height Adjustment Knob

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach ment clutch lever to “DISENGAGED” position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/ brake pedal all the way down.

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

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

ENGINE-

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing 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.

Ignition Key

isengaged”

Position

“Brake” Motion

Position Control

Lever

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. A CAUTION; Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO 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 motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise {^) to raise

cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise to

lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately

1-1/2" to 4“. The heights are measured

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

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

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fiat level surface.

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

2. With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

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

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

hole.

Gauge Wheel

MountingBracket

3/8-16 Locknut

3/8 Washer Bolt

Gauge Wheel

Shoulder

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. Lower mower with attachment lift control.

3. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control.

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

mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Lever “Engaged” Position

“Disengaged” Position ~

Attachemnt Lift Lever High Position

Low Position

Deflector Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

AwARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide at the back of this manual.

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

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

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

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

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

pressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

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

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

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Transmission Engaged

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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” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

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

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

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

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

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:

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuef 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.

Alcohol blended fuels (called

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra

cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the

engine.

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

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

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

position.

5. Move throttle control to fast position

6. Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For a warm engine start

attempt the choke control may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

7. 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)

8. 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.

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

the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

below)

8. 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. Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return

to operating position.

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

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance

(see “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disen

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor

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

remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed

during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission require removal for sen/lce or replacement, it should be purged after réinstallation 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 “transmission

disengaged” position (See ‘TO TRANSPORT’ in this section of manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With

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

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

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

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

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

parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in ‘Iransmission

engaged” position (See ‘TO TRANS PORT’ in this section of manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal.

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

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

Your transmission is now purged and

ready for normal operation.

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MOWING TIPS

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

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

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

uniform cutting.

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

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

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

second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of materiai. Reguiate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as weli as

the quality of cut desired.

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

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

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

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

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

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

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

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

Max 1/3

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

muiched a second time to compietely 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 iawn.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE

MAINTENANCE

Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/RepEace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Betts Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect MuHter/Spark Arrester

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

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

in high ambient temperatures.

2 • Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty cor>ditions.

✓ ✓ ✓

✓

✓ 3 ✓

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✓

✓ ,.2

✓ 2 ✓ 2

✓

✓ 2 ✓ ✓ ✓ 2

3 * Replace blades more often when mowing in sarxly soil. 4 • Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery. 5 • Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-tbs. maximum.

Do r>ot overtighten.

✓

✓ ✓

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 wilt need to be made periodically to properly maintain your

tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

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

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper opera

tion.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

@ REFER TO Maintenance “ENGINE"SECTION

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

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

sparingly.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad

justed. (See ‘TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in alt 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 property. 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 attach erne nt 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 tine 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 Up

Lock Washer—

------

Blade

Flat

Blade Bolt

^(Grade)*

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

\ Assembly

TO SHARPEN BLADE

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

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

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

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

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

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

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

balanced.

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BATTERY

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

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent hoies open.

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

not necessary,

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to “leak”

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

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

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse 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 cooiing fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis sion 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-belts for deterioration and wear

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

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

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

temperature.

= -20

__________0_________

C .30

TEMPERATURE FWtGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE WEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) 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

operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

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.

* •

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

30 32 40

___________60_________60________

100

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Oil Drain Valve

Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

3. 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.

Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 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 cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty 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

Cover

Cartridge

Foam Pre-Cleaner

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.

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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.

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automo tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can resuit in a shortened engine life.

Clamp

Fuel Filter

Clamp

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

4. Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key.

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

6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.

________________________________________

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.

1. Piace attachment clutch in “DISEN GAGED” position.

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

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

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

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

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs.

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

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

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

Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

3. Connect front links to mower deck and

4. secure with retainer springs. Connect suspension arms to rear

5. deck brackets and secure with

retainer springs. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer spring.

Push clutch cable housing guide into

7. bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring.

Install belt onto engine pulley.

Clutch Spring

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway Bar

Collar

Housing

Guide

Large Retainer Spring

Small Retainer Spring

Square Hole

Engine Pulley

Front Link

Retainer Springs (Both Sides)

Deflector Shield

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

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

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

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

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

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

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

• Recheck measurements after adjust

ing.

Bottom edge of

mower to

ground

'—'

Bottom edge of

mower to

ground

To lower front of mower loosen nut “E”

on both front links an equal number of turns. When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front links. To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” 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 Links Should be Equal in Length

t/Ground Line li

Lift Link

Adjustment Nut

___

Suspension Arm

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to

adjust both front links equally so mower

will stay level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust ments, check that both front links are equal in length.

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

Nut “E"

Trunnion

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

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

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower from tractor (See ‘TO REMOVE MOWER” in this section of manual). Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys. Pull belt away from mower.

3. 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.

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

Mandrel Pulley

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad

justed.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake.

2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in “transmission

disengaged” position. Pull freewheel

control out and into the slot and

release so it is held in the disengaged

position. The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor fonvard. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut “A” on brake

rod.

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

Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in ‘transmission engaged” position.

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

necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than five (5) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces sary. Replace brake pads or contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

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

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

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

BELT REMOVAL-

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

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around engine pulley.

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

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from tractor.

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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 around the top groove of engine pulley.

Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler.

Make sure belt is in ail pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and

[^00p0fg

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

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

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

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

Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

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

While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

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

Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps fon/vard or backward while motion control lever is in neutral position, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.

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

creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Lever Neutral

Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after re installation and before operating the tractor. See “PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

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

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear 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.

Page 27

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire seaiant from Sears. Tire seaiant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining Ring

Axle Cover

Square Key (Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY i^WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate

expiosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries, Aiwa)« wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY” in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual).

If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starling, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a

12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

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

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

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

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

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead

Battery

Fully Charged Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

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 hood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

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

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

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

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

Keps Nut,

Terminal Access Door

Positive (Red) Cable

Terminal

Guard

Negative (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

* Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

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TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

3. sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor. When replacing hood, be sure to

reconnect the headlight wire connec

tor.

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense,

may be performed by any non-road engine

repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer’s service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

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

necessary. Check adjustment as de scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

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

2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable 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.

Stop

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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. ^^WARNING: Never store the tractor

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

spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in

the Senrice and Adjustments section of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces: sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals.

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

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage.

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

1. Drain the fuel tank.

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

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

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

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden

sation to form and will cause your

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

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

PROBLEM Will not start

CAUSE

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.

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See‘TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

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

8. Check all wiring.

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

section.

10. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

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.

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. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See ‘To Adjust Carburetor” in

Service and Adjustments section.

8. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

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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

Clean underside of mower housing. Clean/replace air filter. Check oil level/change oil. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

Replace fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

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

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/ fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

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

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Excessive vibration

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

Poor cut - uneven

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.

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 service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

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

Viewer blades will

not rotate (con’t)

Poor grass

discharge

2. Worn/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.

CORRECTION

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact aSears or other qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in

“FAST’ position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Levei mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

hieadlight(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.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in

“disengaged” position.

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

3. Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or sen/icing.

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 throttie controi to

“SLOW” position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

POSITION CIHCUIT “MAKE’^

OFF M+G+At NONE

BUN/LIGHT

RUN B+A1 NONE

START B + S+A1

B+A1 A2+L

NONE

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

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 917.272464

Page 35

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

KEY PART NO.

NO.

1 163465 Battery

74760412

2 8 7603J

10 145211 BoltBtrFrt 1/4-20x7.5 11

150109 12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4 Bait Frt 16 176138

175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152 J

21 22

4152J

4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 “red

146148

175158 Fuse 20 AMP

73510400 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC 28 145491 29

121305X

175566 33 140403 Key Ign 40 179720 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20unc X 1/2 42 131563 43 178861 Solenoid 45 122822X Ammeter 52 141940 Protection Wire Loop (Hourmeter) 55 17490508 Screw Thrd Roll 5/16-18 x 1/2

DESCRIPTION

Boil Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 Case Battery

Hold down Battery Front Switch Inteiiock Push-In Bulb Üght#1156

Cable Battery

Cable Ground

Switch Plunger Nc Gray

Switch Ign

CoverTerminal Red

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

208

Page 37

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 2 3 5 9

17 20

26 28 29 30 31 37 38 39 174714 58 60 64 74 142 143 154966 144 145 156524 159 161 166 206 207 208 212 219

DESCRIPTION

174619 176554 17060612 155272

168337X013Dash STD533710 174996 172106 17490608 174330X612 180679 124028X Bushing Snap STD541437 177403 174332X599 175692X612 139976 17490508 175710

174930

STD533707 154798 STD541437 175702

175582 155123X428

164655 171875 170165 17670508 17670608 175143 17000512

Chassis Drawbar Screw 3/8-16x3/4 Bumper Hood/Dash

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Panel Dash Lh Panel Dash Rh ScrewThdrol 3/8-16x1/2 Hood Plate Mtg Batt

Nut Lock Hex W/lns 3/8-16 Unc Grille Lens Grille Fender Footrest

Bracket Support Fender Screw Thdrol 6/16-18x1/2 TYT Bracket, Asm. Pivot, Mower Rear Bracket Pivot Laser Lt

Air Duct Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16unc x 3/4 Dash Lower STLT N ut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC Plate Reinforcement STLT Bracket Swaybar Chassis Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood Cupholder Stlt Black Bumper Extrusion Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16x3/4 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1/2 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Insert Lens Reflect Laser Screw 5/16-18x3/4

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

1 inch - 25.4 mm

Page 38

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

Page 39

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

KEY PART KEY

NO. NO.

...........

8 165866

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 X 1 CAD 14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

74490544

510541431 Nut Lock Hex W/lns. 5/16-18 Unc 77 123583X Key, Square

STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc

19 21 130564 22

169498

24 73350600 25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod

S1O551037 Washer

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 CAD. 28

175765 29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 96 4497H 30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 116 32 74760512 34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 150 175456 35 120183X

19211616 Washer

36 37 1572H Pin. Roll 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount

179114

74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16x3 161

39 41

175556

127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 48 154407 49 123205X

72110612

STD541437

52 STD541431 Nut. Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 169 165580 Plate Fastening

10571OX

53 55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 198 169593 Washer Nyi 7/8 ID x .105" Hyd

17120614

140294 V-Belt 200 72140508 Boil Rdhd Sgnk 5/16-18UNC x 1

59 169691

17120614

61 62 8883R 63 175410 Pulley, Engine

71170764

64 65 STD551143 66 154778

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

T ransaxle (See Breakdown) 70 134683 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Gr314-0510 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 73 169182

Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr 5

Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13

Rod, Brake Hydro Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 83 19171216

Rod, Parking Brake 95 170201

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc X 3/4 Bearing, Nylon

Pulley, Composite, Flat Keeper, Belt Idler 162 Bellcrank, Clutch

Retainer, Belt Bolt Car 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 Gr. 5 166 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 168

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

Screw. 3/8-16X.875 Cover, Pedal

Bolt Hex 7/16-20x4 Gr. 5 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Washer Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

PART

DESCRIPTION

169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro 74 137057 76 STD581075 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

81 165596

165711

82 84 169594

164890X428Console, Shift

90 124346X

72140608 Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1

120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16

151 19133210

166002

156

159 165494

72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5

73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc

163

74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5

164 19091010 165 165623

166880

165492 197 169613 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8”ID 199 169612

202 72110614 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr.5

145212

212 250 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Strap Torque Rh Hydro Spacer

E-Ring

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered Spring Torsion Washer 17^2 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Link Transaxle

NutSelf-ThdWsh-hd 1/4 Zinc Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

Spacer Retainer Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. Washer Srrted 5/16IDx 1.125

Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5/16-18x5/8 Boll Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18UNC

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Page 40

STEERING ASSEMBLY

-38

I 1

X _

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

Page 41

TRACTOR

STEERING ASSEMBLY

MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

KEY PART NO. NO.

159944X428Wheel Steering

172393

169840 Spindle Asm LH

169839 Spindle Asm RH

6266H

121748X

12000029 10 175121 11

STD551137

73940800 13 136518 15 145212 17 180641 29 17060612 32

171888 33 19111216 34

10040500 35

73540500 Crownlock N ut 5/16-24

155099 Bushing Strg 37

152927 38

159946X428Insert Cap Strg 39 19182411

40 STD541537 41

159945 Adaptor Wheel Strg

145054X428

43 121749X 44

180640

46 121232X 51 73540400 54

71130420 65 160367 67

72140618 68

169827

175146 Steering Asm

169835

173966

175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 91 175553

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Axle Asm Cast Iron LT

Bearing RaceThmst Harden Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga

Ring Klip #15304-75 Link Drag Washer Lock Hvy Hid Spr 3/8 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 UNF Spacer Bearing Axle Nut Hexfiange Lock Shaft Asm Strg Screw 3/8-16x3/4 Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Washer Lock 5/16

Screw Washer 9/16 ID x 1-1/2 OD 11 Ga.

Lock nut Boot Steering Shaft

Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga Extension Steering Shaft LR/LT Cap Spindle FrTop BIk Crownlock 1/4-28 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 UNF x 1-1/4 Ga. 8 Spacer Brace /Vxle Bolt. Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4 Axle, Brace

Bracket Susp Chassis Front Washer Fiat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14

Clip Steering

Page 42

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

•10

Page 43

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

KEY PART NO. NO.

170546

17720408 3 4

149723 5

159955 6

160589

171877

162797 13

165391 14

148456 16

STD551237 17

17060624 23

169837 25

145996 26

73920600 29

137180 31

157103 32

161696 33

123487X 34

106082X 37

8543R 38

148315 39

109227X 45

17000612 62

10040500 72

71070512 81

73510400

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. irx:hes

1 inch = 25,4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Control Throt Paddle Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

Engine (See Breakdown) B&S Model No. 445777-0129-El

Muffler Exhaust

Exhaust Asm. Left Exhaust Asm. Right Bolt 5/16-18unc X 3/4 w/sems Heat Shield Lt Gasket Muffler Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1 -1/2 Tytt Shield BRN/DBR Guard Control Choke Nut Keps 3/8-24 UNF

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 3.5 STL W/0 Sensor Cap Fuel Gauge Clamp Hose Btk Strip Foam Line Fuel Plug Drain Oil Easy Pad Spacer Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer Lock Hvy HIcI Spr 5/16

Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18x3/4 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - ■ MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO. 1 180597 Seat

180166

71110616

19131610

145006

STD541437

124181X

17000616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1.5

19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga.

180186

166369 Knob Seat

Bracket Pivot Fender Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 Washer 13/32 XI XIOGa Clip Push-In Nut Hex w/lns. 3/8-16 Unc Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Pan Seat

KEY PART NO. NO.

121246X

121248X

14 72050412 15 134300

121250X

16 17 123976X

171852

22 STD541431 24 19171912

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

DESCRIPTION Bracket Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc Nut Hex Lock W/lns 5/16-18 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.

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DECALS

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

KEY PART NO. NO.

156811

164065

177356

138047 181569

146046

181703 133644

163204

156439

177357

DESCRIPTION Decal Fend STLT Oper

Decal Steer. Wheel Decal Hood RH Decal Batt Diehard Decal Engine Decal V Belt Drive Sch Decal Dash Pnl Decal Customer Responsibility Decal Craftsman Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr Decal Hood LH

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART NO. NO.

172331

177355

160396

179128

149516

181429 165800X428 165799X428 138311 169210 184117 184118

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 59192 Cap Valve Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106222X Tire Front 4 59904 Tube Front (Service Item Only) 5 106732X624 Rim Asm e’front Service 6 278H Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only) 7 9040H Bearing Flange (Front Wheel niy) 8 106108X624 Rim Asm 8"rear Service 9 122082X Tire Rear

10 7152J Tube Rear (Service Item Only)

11 104757X428 Cap Axle BIk 1 50 x 1 00

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Decal Mower Srs Hvy Duty 12 Ga Decal Hood Side Decal V-Belt Schematic Decal Deck "B” 42‘ Decal Bat Dan/Psn Decal Replacement Parts Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Decal By-Pass Manual Owner's (English) Manual Owner's (Spanish)

DESCRIPTION

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER 917.272464

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

KEY PART NO. NO.

159460

2 159471

105767X

STD581062 ERing 5 19211621 6

120183X 7

125631X

122365X

139865

139866 Link Lift Rh Fixed Length

STD624008 Retainer Spring

173288 Link Front

73350800

175689 Trunnion 18

73800800

19 139868

20 163552

110807X 24

19131016 25 2876H Spring 2-1/8 26

169484 27

126971X 28

73350600 29 138057 31

169865 Bearing Pvt. Lift

15023 Trunnion

73540600 36

155097 Pointer

123935X Plug 3 17060516 40

19112410

155098 Indicator

145212 50 110452X Nut Push

DESCRIPTION

Wire Asm Inner W/Plunge5r Shaft Asm Lift Pin Groove

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 21 Ga.

Bearing Nylon BIk .629 ID Grip Handle Fluted Button, Plunger Link Lift Lh Fixed Length

Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

Arm Suspension Rear

Spring Retainer Nut Special

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Retainer Clip Rod Adj. Lift Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc Knob Inf.

Nut Lock 3/8-24

Screw 5/16-18 X 1 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga

Nut Hex Flange Lock

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

jy^

117

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR-MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 165892 2 STD533107 3 138017

DESCRIPTION NO.

Mower Deck Assembly. 42" 53 131845 Bolt Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,

Front 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42” Deck 59 141043 5

STD624008 Retainer Spring 178024

Bar Sway Deck 68 8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8*24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 92 STD541437 9 SH)551137 Washer, Lock 101

10 140296 11

134149 Blade Mulching 42* 103

Washer, Hardened

(Originally Equipped With) 104

- - 138498

Blade Mower 42" Hi-LiftStd

(For Better Bagging, Especially In

Wet Conditions)

- -

139775 Blade Mulching 42* Premium 112

(For Better Wear When Mulching) 113

’ -

138971

Blade Mower42* Hi-Lift Premium 114

(For Better Wear When Bagging In115

Heavy or Wet Conditions) 116 4898H

13 137645 14 128774 15 110485X 16

174493 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 129 19131312 18 72140505 19 132827

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented Housing, Mandrel, Vented Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 119 STD551037

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8

Bolt, Shoulder 131 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 21 STD541431 23 177563 24

105304X 25 123713X 26 110452X 27

130968X428Shield, Deflector 148 169022 28

19111016 29 131491

173984

30 31

129963 Washer, Spacer 152 169676 32

153535 Pulley, Mandrel 153 169674 33 178342 34 STD533717 36 131494 37 STD551037 40 STD541437 44 140088 45

STD624003 Retainer 46 137729

133944

48 49 174284

NutCrownlock5/16-18UNC 143 157109 Bracket, Deflector Cap, Sleeve 145 165888 Spring, Torsion, Deflector Nut, Push

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

Rod, Hinge

Screw Thdrol Washer Head

Nut, Toplock, Flanged Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 X 1-3/4 155 169671

Pulley, Idler, Flat Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. N ut Crownlock 3/8-16 U NC 158 17720408 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 159 72140614

Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Washer, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

KEY

PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

133943

155046 Anm, Idler

56 165723

Washer, Hardened Spacer, Retainer

Guard, TUV Idler

149846

Knob Custom Oval

144959 V-Belt

Nut

136420

102

71081010 Screw 19061216

Mulcher Cover Washer #10

STD551110 Washer, Lock

105

160793 106 2029J 111

179292

179293

17060510

STD541431

72110505

Latch Assembly, Bagger Nut. Weld Bracket, Ga. Wheel LH Bracket. Ga. Wheel RH ScrewTapping 5/16-18 Nut. Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 117 118

165746 73930600

Wheel Gauge

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8x7/8x14 Gauge

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 130

STD523710 STD533710

142 165890

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 1

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42" 144

158634

Keeper Belt 42” Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat 146 171977 147

131335

Bolt Carriage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler 149 165898 150

19091216

151

169670 Bracket Clutch

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

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

Cable Clutch 42 In

Washer Flat 3/8” Type B 154

169675

Spring Retainer

Spring Retention Lever 156 169672 Spacer 157

169669 Rod Clutch

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16unc x 1-3/4

- -

130794

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Housing, Shaft and Shaft Only -

Pulley Not Included)

- -

169583

Replacement Mower, Complete

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 51

STD541410 Locknut NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inches

52 139888

Boll, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

PART KEY PART

KEY NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

170351 2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck 3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 4 170354 5 169898 Block - Assembly 63 170410 Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 W/Patch, 6 170355 7 170356

8 170357 9 170358 Shaft, Input 10 170359 Ring - Retaining 67 170413 11 170360 Spacer 68 170414 12

169870 Ring - Retaining 69 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24

13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 70 14

169869 Ball Brg 17mm Id X 40mm 71 170417 Compression Spring Brake

16 170362 17

170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 73 142884 Flat - Washer

170364

18 19 150771 23 170365 24

170366 Shaft, Motor Washer

170367 Gear - Pinion, 13t 76 170421

28 170368 29 170369 Gear, 10t Jackshaft 30

170370 60t Bull Gear 79 142980 Spacer

31 170371 32 170389 33 142991 Washer, 34

170390

35 170391 36 170392 37 150792 Miter Gear (Splined)

150793 39 150809 Shaft 108 170433 40 170393 41

170394 Pin, Jackshaft 109 170434 42

170395 Magnet, Ring 111 170435 O-Ring .07 X .301 I.D. 43 170396 44

150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 Tank

170397

45 46 170398 Base, Filter 120 170440 Pulley 47

170399 48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator Insert) 49 170401 Arm, Bypass

170402 Retaining Ring .250 External 123 170443 Belt Keeper

51 170403 52 170404

53 170405 Retaining Ring 126 170446 54

170406 55 142977 56 142978 Washer 57

150798 58 170407

Main Housing, Assembly 59 170408 Rotor, Brake

61 142882 Puck Plate

Swashplate, Trunion Machined Sealant 10,5 Oz

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

Od X 12mm Anti-Drag Hex Flange Head Screw 72 170418 Washer, Ht

5/16-24X0.75 .5 I.D. X 1 O.D. X .032

Arm, Control 11/32 I.D. X 7/8 O.D Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust Check Plug Assembly. Washer

10t/48t Gear

Sleeve Bearing

.75 X 1.575 X .625 (Nylon Insert)

SleeveBearing(Outboard) 81 170423 Wedge, Friction Pack

.75x1.750x.625

3/4 Id X 1-1/2 Od X .13 Thk 83 161168

Lip Seal Axle Seat

Shaft, /Vxle ,75 X 11.39 85 170426

(Key, R.H.) Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, L.H.) 90 170430

Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) Ring, Spiral Retaining .71idx1.15odx.030thk

Spring, Bypass Long 116 170438 Silicon Sponge

Filter 119 170439 Fan, 7 In. Actuator, Bypass

Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X ,250Tc Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.0 Od X .05 Thk

Bearing, Center Block Spring - Helical Compression 128 173165 Kit, Expansion Tank

20W-50 Oil Brake Yoke

62 142887 Brake Actuating Pin

64 142892 Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch 65 170411 Spacer 66 170412 Spring, Brake Arm Bias

170416

170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

75 170420

77 170422 78 142969 Spring, Helical Comp

80 150778

82 170424

84 170425 87

142917 Cap - Poppet Valve

88 170429

93 170431 Spring Clip - Housing Thrust 107 170432

170437

113

121 170441 122 170442 124 170444 125

170445 Filter Assembly 127 170447 900 166768 Transaxle Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Special Flange

Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed Arm, Brake

Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

Check Plug Assembly, .027, Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack

Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24Unf

Clip, Washer .316x1.50x. 1046 (Plated) Pin, Standard Headless

Fitting. 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube Hose, Expansion Tank

Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

Puck, Inner Wedge Deflector

Washer,Motor Shaft

Plug, Sae #6 Bracket, Support Expansion

Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Washer, Belleville Center Section-Filter-Bypass

Assembly Fan - Pulley Service Assembly

Seal - O-Ring Kit

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-El

929 t

siigssra

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TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-El

993 CXP 1501

1123<S> 112409 633®

Page 54

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-El

578

729

526 f

363 T * 1006

697

Page 55

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272464

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-El

KEY PART KEY

NO. NO.

694001 Cylinder Assembly 130 690993 Throttle Valve

499585 Bustiing/Seal Kit

391086 Ф Oil Seal 133 499806 Carburetor Float

4 690069

499587

5 5A 499595 Cylinder Head (Cylinder #2)

693997 Ф* Cylinder Head Gasket

499601

273370 t Breather Gasket 150

690960

690942

273488

94728 Screw (Cylinder Head)

94239

690360

690947 Ф Oil Seal

20 22 690360

691053 Flywheel

222698 Flywheel Key

694003

694005 Piston Assy, (.010 Oversize) 694007 694009 Piston Assy. (.030 Oversize) 694004 Ring Set (Standard)

694006 694008 Ring Set (.020 Oversize) 494010 Ring Set (.030 Oversize) 252 690956 263181

499582 Piston Pin (Standard)

499583 Connecting Rod (Standard)

29 32 95075

499596 Exhaust Valve Lever)

499597

263163 Valve Spring

263215

499586 Valve Keeper

262679 Valve Tappet

690978

693292

690948 Intake Manifold 337 691043 Spark Plug

273487 Ф+» Intake Gasket

51 51A 690950 Intake Gasket

690951 Stud (Carburetor)

94913 Screw (Intake Manifold)

691055 Rotating Screen

691057 Screw (Rotating Screen)

691056

690283

805538 Screw (Throttle Valve)

499802

98 104 690984 + Float Hinge Pin 105 690985 + Float Needle Valve 108 690986 117 690232 + Main Jet

690989 121 499811 122 690952 Carburetor Spacer 125 499804 Carburetor

DESCRIPTION

Engine Sump Cylinder Head (Cylinder #1)

Breather Assembly 146 94388 Timing Key Screw (Breather Assembly)

Breather Tub

Ф Crankcase Gasket

Oil Drain Plug

Crankshaft Screw (Crankcase Cover)

Piston Assembly (Standard) Piston Assy. (.020 Oversize)

Ring Set (.010 Oversize)

Piston Pin Lock

Screw (Connecting Rod)

Intake Valve

Valve Retainer

Camshaft 333 Short Block

Washer (Flywheel) Oil Plug

Idle Speed Kit

Choke Valve Main Jet (High Altitude)

Carburetor Overhaul Kit

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

131 499805 Throttle Shaft Kit 135 499803 Fuel Transfer Tube

690994 +0

137

499807

141

499808 + Carburetor Nozzle

142

690995 +0 Nozzle Gasket

160 690996

273640 ±0 Air Cleaner Gasket

163

298049

187

690960 Screw (Control Bracket)

188

690083 Rocker Arm Adjustor

192

691018

209 211 691019

691020

212

691021

213

691022

216

394348

219

690412

220

691023 Control Bracket

222

691048

227

805538

231 240 495629 Fuel Filter

690957 Breather Retainer

250

221535 Casing Clamp

265

695134

267

69О997Ф0« Sealing Washer

276

691017

278 304 691004

691005

305

691262 Starter Motor

309

95035 Bolt (Starter Motor)

310

497608 Brush Set

311

230674 Nut (Flywheel)

332

691060

334

94731 Screw (Magneto Armature) 695050 Stop Wire

356

694012

358

691062

363

690966 Spark Plug Wrench

383

690960

385

RPM Settings;

•

Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No, 1095

0 Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 977

Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No, 358

Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No, 121

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S,

Float Bowl Gasket Choke Shaft Kit

Solenoid Retainer

Fuel Line

Governor Spring Governed Idle Spring Throttle Link Choke Control Bracket Choke Link Governor Gear Washer (Governor Gear)

Governor Control Lever Screw (Choke Valve)

Oil Collector

Screw (Casing Clamp)

Washer (Governor Control

Blower Housing Screw (Blower Housing)

Magneto Armature

Engine Gasket Set Flywheel Puller

Screw (Fuel Pump)

Low Speed: 1900-2100 High Speed; 3000-3200

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-El

KEY PART

NO. NO. 387

808656

404

690442

405

94930

418

690999

445

499486

447

94930

447A

690960

449

690960

467

691008

474

393295

501

394890

505

92278

510

497606

513

398003

523

691036

524

691032 691037

525 526

690960

544 552

690552

552A

690553

562

93853

573

691009

578

691208 92278

579

95162

601

690317

615 616

691045

628

690960

633

690998 0+ 66538

635 654

94010 94401

668

690234 0+

672 691

690657 t

697

690372

703

691010

718

230192

729

694123

741

690980

742

690328

750

691033 693058

783 788

691039

797

693167

798

690967

499787

801 802

497607

803 842 280393

847 499602 851 493880 855 691011 865 691012 865A 691014

DESCRIPTION Fuel Pump

Washer (Governor Crank) Screw (Back Plate) Carburetor Plate A/C Cartridge Filter Screw (Air Guide Cover) Screw (Air Guide Cover) Screw (Oil Fill Bracket) Air Cleaner Knob Alternator

Regulator (Regulated 16 Amp) Nut (Governor Control Lever)

Starter Drive

Drive Clutch Dipstick Dipstick Tube Seal Dipstick Tube

Screw (Regulator) StarterArmature (Serviced By 691262 Starter Motor Only) Governor Crank Bushing Governor Crank Bushing

Bolt (Governor Control Lever)

Back Plate Wire Assembly

Nut (Starter Cable)

Hose Clamp Governor Shaft Retainer Governor Crank

Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket) Choke Shaft Seal Spark Plug Boot

Nut (Carburetor) Spacer Carburetor Plate Gasket Governor Shaft Seal Screw (Drive Cap)

Hose Clip

Locating Pin Wire Clip Timing Gear

E-Ring Retainer

Screw (Oil Pump Cover)

Pinion Gear

Fuel Pump Bracket

Nut (Brush Retainer)

Screw (Rocker Arm)

Drive Cap

End Cap

Starter Housing (Serviced By

691262 Starter Motor Only)

Dipstick/Tube Seal

Dipstick/Tube Assembly

Cable Terminal

Air Adapter Air Guide Cover (Cylinder #1)

Air Guide Cover (Cylinder #2)

KEY PART NO.

NO.

865B

691015 868 690968 871

690969 877

399916 878 393362

914

690960 918

694000 929 691003 934

94627 943

690589 947 499809 965

499613 967

273638 968

499788 975 690992 977

499812 987

691000 0-»-

1005 691243 1006 691247 1013 231573 1017 690770 1019 693995 1022

273486

1023

499599

1023A 499600 1024 499054 1026 690981 1026A690982 1027 492932 1029 690972 1035 691042 1036 695104 1051

263080

1058 273694 1090 497605 1095 694013 1100 690973 1119 93621 1123 690987 0+

1124

690988 0+

1126

690991

1127

690992

1128 690990 + 1169 693140

445777-0027-El Replacement Engine

RPM Settings:

Included in Gasket Set. Ref. No. 1095 Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 977

Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 358

Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 121

DESCRIPTION Air Guide Cover

Valve Seal Guide Bushing Alternator Connector Wire Alternator Harness (Dual Circuit) Screw (Rocker Arm Cover) Vacuum Hose Screw (Choke Control Bracket) Screw (Fan Retainer) 0-Ring Seal (Oil Pump Cover)

Fuel Solenoid Oil Pump Cover Pre-Cleaner Filter Air Cleaner Cover Float Bowl Carburetor Gasket Set Throttle Shaft Seal Flywheel Fan Fan Retainer Oil Filter Nipple Oil Pump Screen Label Kit Rocker Cover Gasket

Rocker Arm Cover (Cylinder #1) Rocker Arm Cover (Cylinder #2) Oil Pump Push Rod (Steel) Push Rod (Aluminum) Oil Filter Rocker Arm Pump Shaft Emissions Label Retaining Ring Owner’s Manual Brush Retainer Valve Gasket Set Kit

Rocker Arm Pivot

Screw (Alternator) O-Ring Seal (Solenoid

Retainer)

O-Ring Seal (Fuel Transfer Tube) Screw (Fuel Transfer Tube) Screw (Float Bowl) Screw (Carburetor Nozzle) Screw (Carburetor Cover Plate)

Low Speed: 1900-2100 High Speed: 3000-3200

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

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SERVICE NOTES

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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 siopes.

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 hill slope you want to measure.

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

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Craftsman 917.272464 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

IMPORTANT:

WARRANTY

I. GENERAL OPERATION

It. SLOPE OPERATION

III. CHILDREN

IV. SERVICE

REPAIR AGREEMENT

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

UNPACK CARTON

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

CHECK BATTERY

INSTALL SEAT

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed)

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

OPERATION

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

STOPPING

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

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TO START ENGINE

PURGE TRANSMISSION

MOWING TIPS

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

BEFORE EACH USE

TRACTOR

ENGINE

CLEANING

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRACTOR

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

STORAGE

TRACTOR

BATTERY

OTHER

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not rotate

SCHEMATIC

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR

STEERING ASSEMBLY

ENGINE

DECALS

WHEELS & TIRES

MOWER DECK

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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