Craftsman 917.272950 User Manual

Owner's Manual

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46" MOWER

6 SPEED

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Model No.

917.272950

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s Safety

• Assembly

• Operation
s Maintenance

s Repair Parts

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-

This product has a low emission engine which operates
gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ................................................. 2 . Mantenance ........... 18

Safety Rules ........................................... 31

Product--S_f4catioJ3,&.....4._4:,:. ........... 4.5

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Maintenan.£e Schedu e ....................... 1_8

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

maintained, lubricatedAndtuned up according to the instructions in the owner's
manual, Sears.will.t:e.pair" or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

material or workmanship. V_ari'_.htyservice is available free of charge by taking your
Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty
service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

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

electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the

proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable
debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual.

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the
battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty

service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your

nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge
will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

To locate the nearest sears service center or to schedule in-home warranty service,

simply contact sears at 1-800-4-my-home

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

may vary from state to state.

Service _nd Adjustments ..................... 23

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

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

Repair Parts ......................................... 34

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

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

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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.
GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

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

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

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

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without
either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

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

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60
years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate
the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and ethers from
serious injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which
can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on
it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down 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 recommen-

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

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

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or 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 neces-
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly 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.

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.

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

responsible adult.

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

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

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere
with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the
machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

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

and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

Never run a machine inside a closed
area.

Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.

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

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

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs
with the engine running.

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

manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessa_.

• 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 obstacle,.

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

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. I'
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 gradua

ly downhill it possible.

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,_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means
CAUTIONH! BECOMEAWARE!ff YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_,CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

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

wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

_,CAUTION." Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.

_,CAUTION" Tow only the attachments
that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of
your tractor. Use common sense when
towing. Operate only at the lowest
possible speed when on a slope. Too

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

of your tractor.

_,WARNING: The eng!ne exhaust from

this product contains chemicals Known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE
CAPACITY

\ND TYPE:

OIL TYPE

API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY:

_PARK PLUG:
GAP: .030")

GROUND SPEED

MPH):

REVERSE: 0.9 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI
CHARGING 15AMPS @ 3600RPM

SYSTEM:
BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

:ONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured
to give you the best possible dependabil-

ity and performance.
Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact
your nearest authorized service center.

3.5 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

SAE 10W30
(ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

W/FILTER: 4.2PINTS
W/O FILTER: 3.7PINTS

CHAMPION
RC12YC

LO: HI:

0.7 1.7

1.4 3.3

2.3

MIN. CCA: 280
CASE SIZE:U 1R

5.4

We have competent, well-trained techni-
cians and the proper tools to service or
repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES",

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 Authorized
Service Center/Department (See
REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

Steering Wheel

Adapter

Steering Sleeve

Seat

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Mower

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop)

(2) Shoulder Bolts

(2) Front Link Assemblies

(3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

Gauge Wheels

Wheels

(2) Centerlock Nuts

(2) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

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Video Cassette

Slope Sheet

Keys

(2) Keys

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your

tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the
correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before
you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

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

are listed below.
(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers
(1) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(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

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM
CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts boxes from shipping carton.

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

• Remove mower and packing materials.

• Check for any additional loose parts or
boxes and remove.

position (seated behind the steering
wheel).

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BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

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

• Slide the steering s_eeve over the

steering shaft.

• Remove steering wheel adapter from
steering wheel and slide adapter onto
steering shaft.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

• Secure steering wheel to steering
shaft with hex bolt. lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

• 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 roll off skid.

_Steering

,---f Wheel Insert

i-- Hex Bolt

,,,_-----Lock Washer

Steering • - - Washer
Wheel '_____ j

Steering

Steering
Sleeve _ ,_ -

__ Large Flat

..... L_- Steering Wheel

//Adapter

/

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

Lift hood to raised position.

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).

Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment
knob.

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

seat to tractor.

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

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble
shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat
washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

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

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment
knob securely.

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Seat

Flat Washer

Seat Pan

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor
from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_WARNING: Before starting, read,
understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of
other people and objects.

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

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank
with gasoline.

• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

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

position.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move
gearshift lever to 1st gear.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking
brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and
mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking
brake.

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

left side of mower deck.

• Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper
routing in all mower pulley grooves.
Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

• Install one front link in top hole of the

R.H. front mower bracket and R.H. front

suspension bracket. Retain with two

single loop retainer springs as shown.

• Install second front link in L.H. front

suspension bracket only and retain
with single loop retainer spring as

shown.

• Turn height adjustment knob counter-
clockwise until it stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

• Place the L.H. suspension arm on

inward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

• Slide left side of mower back and install
the unattached front link in top hole of

the L.H. front mower bracket. Retain
with single loop retainer spring as

shown.

• Place the R.H. suspension arm on

inward pointing deck pin. If necessary,
rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension
arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

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

with double loop retainer spring.

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• Turn height adjustment knob clockwise
to remove slack from mower suspen-

sion.

• Raise mower to highest position.

• Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO
ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the

Operation section of this manual),

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 PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual,

Double Loop Retainer Front Mower
Spring (Inward Bracket
pointing deck pins)

Suspension Front
Arms Link

Bracket

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should b

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, mower drive, 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.

Shoulder Gauge

Bolt Wheel

3/8

3/8-16
Center

Locknut

Use Pliers for

Retainer Springs

_Front Link

_"_Single Loop

, Retainer Sprin_

Double Loop
Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway Bar

Idler Pulley

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v"CHECKL IS T

Before you operate and enjoy your new
tractor, we wish to assure that you

receive the best performance and
satisfaction from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
,/"Battery is 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).

,I Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

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

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.

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

,/'Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is 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.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

M&

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

ol k

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

LIGHT

!

@_(_ _1_ KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

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(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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

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

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

Ignition Switch
Switch Position

Ammeter

Throttle Control Clutch Switch

Lift Lever

Plunger

Clutch/Brake

Attachment

Lift Lever

Choke
Control Parking Brake

Height

Adjustment -Range Shift Lever
Knob

Gear Shift Lever \

\

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards

Institute.

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

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on
and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to control
engine speed.

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

starting the engine.
CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a
cold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to
adjust the mower cutting height.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed
and direction of the tractor.

RANGESHIFT LEVER: Allows high (H)

and low (L) speed for all forward and

reverse gears.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor,

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its
position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.
AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).
PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

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

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

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
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.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in "EN-
GAGED" position and release
pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"
position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Push-In to "Disenaaaed" Attachment Clutch

Chol_e_ _ "_ Switch Pull Out To

-....__Control _._'_"E ngage'L

Throttle ..... _--_. /_ ,

Control-... /'-oN( _b_'____ L_'=" /

" " ' '// ' _*_' ) ' '

Brake'J;4_ _-_. <_ Parking'N,_ J

Position, Br k ,"-Enga "

_._i_<_" Posi!!on

-_T_'_,. Position

F'_-_ GNearShift Lever

"Drive" Position Knob

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES-

• To stop mower blades, move attach-

GROUND DRIVE-

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

ENGINE -

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

slow position and allowing engine to

idle before stopping may cause engine
to "backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

• Never use choke to stop engine.

'ake Pedal Height Adjustment

ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"
position.

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

position.

remove key. Always remove key
when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

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

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).
NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

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

stopping tractor on grass areas.

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

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and
mower performance.

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 disen-

gage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK-

WARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal
depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Move gearshift and range shift levers
to desired position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life
of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired
direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (, _) to raise
cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (_,-.)to

14 lower cutting height.

The cuttingheight range is approxi-

mately 1-1/2"to 4-1/2". The heightsare
measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being
mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately2-1/2 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.

• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat
level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this
manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut po-
sition, gauge wheels should be as-

sembled so they are slightly off the
ground. Install gauge wheel in appropri-

ate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer,
and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge
wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheel "_ ,,_ ;

Mounting " "

Bracket__ r _ _ "

3/8-16 _"'_/_- ', " ..-_

Locknut ....-_-_._ .__ ' _f -

3/8 Washer ------_..._,.-'_'_-_-_.'

^ "h I 7" ,_q_/ .,,Shoulder

_,auge wee "-----------_j_--J_-_=/" Bolt

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.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift
control.

• Start mower blades by engaging
attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

_Lgage attachment clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To /Attachment Lift

E n.-,a,.,_,, _: iL..-J Lever High

I , i ! I= I_

',i" Low

:'_. _'_ ' Position

Push In To ' J

"Disengage ...... _' _-

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_,CAUTION: Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide provided at the back of this

manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If 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 gearshift lever to 1st gear and
range shift lever to low (L) position. Be
sure you have allowed room for tractor
to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)
position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more

than five (5) MPH.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage
when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope,
cord, etc.).

15

. ._, 7 Deflector

,., I - Shield

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT-
TACHMENTS

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.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

• Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill
cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap

onto the tube. Remove and read oil
level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.
Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL
VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

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

not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase
fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-

ness.

IMPORTANT" When operating in
temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use

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

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

using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructions

for additional information. Never use
engine or carburetor cleaner products in

the fuel tank or permanent damage may

Occur.

_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE
When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will
take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-
GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

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

attempt the choke control may not be
needed.

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

• 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° rAND
ABOVE)

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

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

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

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F AND
BELOW)

• 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.

16

This may require an engine warm-up
period from several seconds to several

minutes, depending on the tempera-
ture.

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

NOTE: 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.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the
mower housing is attached to tractor.

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

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

manual.

• Use the runner on the right side of the
mower as a guide. The blade cuts
approximately an inch outside the

runner.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-
tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences,
driveways, etc. After one or two

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

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

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

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by
selecting a low enough gear to give the
mower cutting performance as well as
the quality of cut desired.

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

iI

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 nutri-
ents for the lawn. Always mulch with your

highest engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

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

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting
height so that the mower cuts off only the
top one-third of the grass blades. For
extremely heavy mulching, reduce your
width of cut on each pass and mow

slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be mulched
a second time to completely hide the

clippings. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first
cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week

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

MAX 1/3

17

ABYOUOOMPLETE Oq_ _-_._ _._._ _,_ _," _._ ,_.G

Check Brake Operation _

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems

a Check for Loose Fasteners If _7 I_

A Sharpen/ReplaceMower Blades I_

C Lubrication Chart I_

0 Check Battery Level

R Clean Battery and Terminals If

Check Transaxle Cooling
Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 11_5

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _s

, Check Engine Oil Level _

Change Engine Oil Ib_12 _ t# #

E Clean Air Filter 11#12

N Clean Air Screen 11112
G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester I_

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) I_

E Clean Engine Cooling Fins _

Replace Spark Plug if I_

Replace Air Filter Paper Ca_lddge 2
Replace Fuel Filter I1_

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 5 - If equipped with adlustable system,
2 - Service more often when oporating in dirty or d_ty conditions. 6 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-f reo bat_e,_.
3 - If equipped wi_, oil filter, c har=ge oil every 50 hours. 7 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft-Ibs maP,imum.
4 . Replace blades more often when n_owing in sar_y soil. Do not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not
cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

_) Spindle -- - _) Spindle

LUBRICATION CHART

® Tie Rod Ball Joints

Zerk Zerk

full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain tractor as instructed in this
manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

_)Front Wheel ',-- __\j.._

Bearing _--F -,22---'-- _ Bearing Zerk

Zerk /," _-'_ / _X

@Steering.. ""I ?

Sector / _ _ _.-._//

Gear _ _ _--_"_

Teeth i il iLiii \

.__.. Wheel

should be checked at least once each
season.

_)ChAdd _)_Engine

• Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

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

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

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and
interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

Transaxle

Fluid

_) SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil

General Purpose Grease

_) Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

@ Spray silicone lubriant (Move Boots to

Lubricate)

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

18sparingly •

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 all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual).

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

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly, If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

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

and attachement clutch control is in the
disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any
attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the
seat should shut off the engine.

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

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat
washer securing blade.

• 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.

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

• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.
torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat
treated.

Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly

Blade Center r'__

Flat Washer_ ;/ :_;_r, '_'
Lock Washer _- '

_----Hex Bolt (Grade)* ':

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

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

balancer, 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.

/ /

/

/

5/8"

Center Hole

19

Blade

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 holes open.

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

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

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

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"
power.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove
battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this
manual).

V-BELTS

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

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.
TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt
and chaff which can restrict cooling.

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

• Block up rear axle securely.

• Remove left rear wheel by removing

hub bolts.

• Remove filler plug from transaxle. Oil
level must be even with plug threads.
necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil,
API SF, SG or SH. Replace filler plug.

• Reassemble wheel to hub.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating

temperature.

L SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

C 30 _ .2G* .10 _ 0 _ 10, 20_ 30 _0 "

I _- TEMP_E ANT_-CIPATED _RE NEXT OiL CI_ANGE I

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, SG, or SH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely,

replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

• 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. Insert dipstick into the
tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube.

Do not thread the cap onto the tube
when taking reading. Keep oil at
"FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

O

°° _.....------_Transaxle Filler

Air S_ Drain Plug

_x'_ Oil Fill Cap/

20 Dipstick

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.

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.

• Loosen knob and remove cover.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow
it to dry.

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

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged
cartridge.

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

damage the cartridge.

• Remove nut and cartridge plate.

• Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartridge.

• Check rubber seal for damage and
proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

• Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge
plate, and nut.

• Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure
by tightening knob.

Cartridge _:i_

Foam Pre-Cleaner.-........_. ,r__-,\_

Cartridge Plate__\, _, _:i $,j;,I

"._, -_" Rubber Seal

J

Nut

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

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

• With engine cool, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards
carburetor.

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

• Immediately wipe up any spilled
gasoline.

Clamp _ Clamp

Fuel Filter_

CLEANING

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

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-
tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the
electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in a shortened

21 engine life.

_;:LCAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

• Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-
GAGED" position.

• Turn height adjustment knob to lowest
setting.

• Lower mower to its lowest position.

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-
swaybar to chassis bracket and

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

• Remove retainer springs from suspen-
sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

• Raise attachment lift to its highest
position.

• Remove two retainer springs from each
front link and remove links.

• Slide mower forward and remove belt
from electric clutch pulley.

• Slide mower out from under right side

of tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than
the mower deck is to be mountedon the
tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

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

Assembly section of this manual.

Adjustment Lift
Nuts Links

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.

• Measure height from bottom of deck
curl to ground level at front corners of

mower. Distance "A" on both sides of
mower should be the same.

• 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 wil
change mower height about 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom r--_ I_ZZZZ_ _--_ Bottom

edgeof\/ I,IJ_ _1,1 I/edg eof

mower to_ I_-- _-_t V mower t(

ground q_-A_ _Ground Line _] jA_g round

Front Mower
Bracket

Chassis Arms
Bracket

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway Bar

I Retainer

Springs

Front Mower

Bracket

Retainer
Springs

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
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 "F" directly in front of
and behind the mandrel at bottom edge
of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-
ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

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

• To lower front of mower housing,

loosen nut "G" on both front links an
equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "H"

against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower housing, loosen

nut "H" from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut "G" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

against trunnion on both front links.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will

change dim. "F" by approximately 3/8".

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

-° __ andrel

/ -

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

° Park tractor on a level surface. Engage

parking brake.

• Remove screws from left hand mandrel
cover and remove cover.

• Roll belt over the top of left hand
mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys.

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

surface.

• Check primary idler arm and two idlers
to see that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to
primary idler arm and bolt in mower

housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

• Install belt in both idlers. Make sure
belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers

as shown.

• Install new belt onto electric clutch
pulley.

• Roll belt into upper groove of left hand

mandrel pulley.

• Carefully check belt routing making
sure belt is in the grooves correctly and

inside belt keepers.

• Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

Electric

Idler Clutch
pulley s j Pulley

l Mower

Drive

•Belt_.,,

_,

Beth Front Links Should be Equal in Length

66G_

Front Links

Drive
Belt

Keepers

23

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake.

• Remove mower drive belt (See "TO
REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this

manual).

• Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover. Unhook

spring from bolt on mower housing.

• Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel
pulley.

• Remove belt from center mandrel
pulley, idler pulley, and L.H. mandrel

pulley.

• Remove any dirt or grass which may
have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

• Check secondary idler arm and idler to
see that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

• Install new belt in lower groove of L.H.

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

• Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley.

Make sure belt is in all grooves

properly.

• Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel

cover.

• Reinstall mower to tractor (See
"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"

in the Assembly section of this
manual).

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

in this section of this manual).
Left Hand Mower Center
Mandrel Blade Mandrel

Belt

Right Hand
Mandrel

Cover

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
The electric clutch should provide years

of service. The clutch has a built-in brake
that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.

Eventually, the internal brake will wear

which may cause the mower blades to
not engage, or, to not stop as required.

Adjustments should be made by your
nearest authorized service center/

department.

• Make sure attachment clutch and
ignition switches are in "OFF" position.

• Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until
space between clutch plate and rotor

measures .012" at all three slot
locations cut in the side of brake plate.

NOTE: After installing a new electric

clutch, run tractor at full throttle and

engage and disengage electric clutch 10
cycles to wear in clutch plate.

Rotor

...... Plate

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-
able brake system which is mounted on

the left side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6.) feet

stopping distance at high speed in
highest gear, then brake must be ad-
justed.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and
engage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake
operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam nut
against nut "A".

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

necessary. If stopping distance is still
greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.
Contact your nearest authorized
service centeddepartment.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Spirn Sway Bar

Bracket

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

24

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake. For ease of service there
is a belt installation guide decal on
bottom of left footrest. It is not necessary

to remove mower.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Engage parking brake (creates slack in
belt).

• Remove mower drive belt from electric
clutch pulley only (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of
this manual).

• Roll motion drive belt off transaxle
pulley.

• Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys, then
off engine pulley and front V-idler

pulley.

• Pull belt out of all belt keepers.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Place V part of belt into grooves on

engine pulley and front V-idler, making
sure to route belt inside of belt keepers.

• Put belt coming from V-idler above

midspan belt keeper, then onto
clutching idler pulleys as shown.

• Make sure V part of belt engages V-

idler.

• Place belt around transaxle pulley,

beginning at top. V part of belt should
engage transaxle pulley.

• Place long lower section of belt through

loop in midspan belt keeper.

• Check to be sure belt is on proper side

of all belt keepers.

• Reinstall mower drive belt onto electric

clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: Check brake adjustment.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
Front wheel toe-in is required for proper

steering operation. Toe-in was set at the
factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. If parts in the front axle or
steering mechanism have been replaced
or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if
necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN

• Position front wheels straight ahead.

• Measure distance between wheels at
front and rear of tires (dimensions "A"

and "B").

• Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to 1/
4" less than rear dimension "B".

TOADJUSTTOE-IN

• Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves
on tie rod.

• Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is 1/8"
to 1/4" less than dimension "B".

• Tighten jam nuts securely.

B

F.ONTOFT°,OTO°

A ---

Clutching Flat

Engine Above

Pulley V-Idler

Belt

Belt Transaxle
Twists Belt

&s Viewed from Bottom

Pulley

Keeper

Adjustment Sleeves

Jam Nuts

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable

on your tractor. If damage has occurred to
affect the front wheel camber, contact

your nearest authorized service center/
department.

25

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal.

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• Replace washers and snap retaining
ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL

• Block rear axle securely.

• Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow
wheel removal.

• Repair tire and reassemble. Replace
and tighten hub bolts securely.

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.

Washers

Retaining
Ring

Axle
Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

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

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped
with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

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

battery, taking care not to short against
chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully
charged battery.

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

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

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

• RED cable last from both batteries.

"Positive"_' !i',r. i 1,_'!_'_ -Negative"

(+)-'---_, __,i, _(-)

REPLACING BATTERY

_CAUTION: 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

• Lift hood to raised position.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable then
RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

• Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

• Reinstall terminal guard.

• First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex
bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

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

Tighten securely

• Close terminal access doors.

• Close hood.

Terminal Keps N._
Access ,

Door_
Terminal _i_ _ Positive

Guard Cable

_legative (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

26 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.

_ 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 30 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT

SPRING

• While holding spring bushing with
wrench, loosen jam nut.

• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to
extend spring and reduce lift effort for

heavier attachments.

• Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise
for lighter attachments.

• Retighten jam nut against spring
bushing.

IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maximum
spring tension when using light attach-
ments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever
spring to aid in lifting attachment. Do not

overpower spring. When removing
attachment, always adjust spring tension

to its lowest position.

Adjustment Bolt

/_ Headlight Wire

, _j Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the
customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-
ment or individual. Warranty repairs must
be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle 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:

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

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

Idle Fuel Adjusting Idle speed Adjusting

®

O

Attachment Lift

Jam Nut Spring

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
tractor.

r'hrottle

Control

pie

Stop

Clamp

Choke Control
Cable

27

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary, check adjustment as described be-
low before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full
choke position.

• Remove air cleaner cover, filter and car-

tridge plate to expose carburetor choke
(See "AIR FILTER" in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• Choke should be closed. Ifit is not, loosen

casing clamp screw and move choke
cable until choke is completely closed.
Tighten casing clamp screw securely.

• Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed for Full _
Choke- _. " ',_, It

--

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been present at the
factory and adjustment should not be nec-
essary. However, minor adjustment may be

required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in
(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to
the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture.
Turning the adjusting needles out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to
the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and
the seats in carburetor may result ifscrew is

turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

• Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the

throttle control cable is adjusted properly
(see "TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).

• With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle in (clockwise) closing it finger tight
and then turn out (counterclockwise) 1

turn.

FINAL SETTING -

• Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position. 28

• The high idle is set at the factory and

cannot be adjusted.

• Idle speed setting - With throttle control
lever in slow position, engine should idle
at 1200 RPM. If engine idles too slow or

fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or
out until correct idle is attained.

• Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle
control lever in slow position, turn idle fuel

adjusting needle in (clockwise) until en-

gine speed decreases and then turnout
(counterclockwise) approximately 3/4

turn to obtain the best low speed perfor-

mance.

• Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces-
sary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (coun-
terclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary, until en-

gine accelerates smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not
adjust-damage may result.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the eninge
governor, which is factory set for proper
engine speed. Overspeeding the engine
above the factory high speed settng can be

dangerous. If you think the engine-governed
high speed needs adjusting, contact your

nearest authorized service center/depart-
ment, which has proper equipment and
experience to make any necessary adjust-

ments.

Immediatelyprepare your tractor for
storageat the end of the season or if the
tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

CAUTION" Neverstorethe tractor

with gasolinein the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an
open flame or spark. Allow the engineto

cool before storing in any enclosure.
TRACTOR

Removemowerfrom tractor for winter

storage. When mower isto bestoredfor
a periodof time, clean it thoroughly,

removeall dirt, grease, leaves,etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entiretractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

• Inspectand replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacementinstructions in
the Service and Adjustmentssection of
this manual).

• Lubricateas shown in the Mainte-

nancesection of this manual.

• Besure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakageand wear.

Replace if necessary.

• 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 TERMINALS" 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 warm.

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. 29

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation
of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• 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.
ENGINEOIL

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

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

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

• Turn ignition key to "START" position
for a few seconds to distribute oil.

• 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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

CAUSE

• Out of fuel.

• Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.

• Engine flooded.

• Bad spark plug.

• Dirty air filter.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment

Engine valves out of
adjustment.

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

Engine valves out of

adjustment.

CORRECTION

• Fill fuel tank.

• See "TO START ENGINE"
in Operation section.

• Wait several minutes
before attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and
carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace
fuel filter.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments

section.

• Contact an
authorized service center/

department.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace spark plug.

• Recharge or replace
battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill
with fresh gasoline.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments
section.

• Contact an authorized
service center/department.

Enginewill not
turn over

Clutch/brake pedal not
depressed.

Attachment clutch is

engaged.
Weak or dead battery.

Blown fuse.

Corroded battery terminals.

Loose or damaged wiring.
Faulty ignition switch.

Faulty solenoid or starter.

Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

3O

• Depress clutch/brake
pedal.

• Disengage attachment
clutch.

• Recharge or replace
battery.

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition
switch.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine clicks but • Weak or dead battery. • Recharge or replace battery.

will not start • Corroded battery terminals. • Clean battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring. • Check all wiring.

• Faulty solenoid or starter. • Check/replace solenoid or
starter.

Loss of power

• Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

• Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

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

• Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirty oil.

• Faulty spark plug.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

Spark plug wire loose.

• Dirty engine air screen/fins.

• Dirty/clogged muffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of
adjustment.

• Engine valves out of
adjustment.

• Set in "Higher Cut" position/
reduce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.

• 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 carbure
tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel
filter.

• Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

• Clean engine air screen/fins.

• Clean/replace muffler.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service Adjustments section.

• Contact an authorized
service center/department.

Excessive • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Replace blade.

vibration Tighten blade bolt.

• Bent blade mandrel. • Replace blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s). • Tighten loose part(s).
Replace damaged parts.

Enginecontinues

to run
when operator

leaves seat
with attachment

clutch engaged

• Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

Check wiring, switches and
connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho
rized service center/

department.

31

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

_ROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

;_oor cut - uneven

Mower bladeswill •
notrotate

Poor grass •

discharge

•Worn, bentorlooseblade.

• Mower deck not level.

• Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

Obstruction in clutch
mechanism.

Worn/damaged mower
drive belt.

Frozen idler pulley.
Frozen blade mandrel.

Engine speed too slow.

Travel speed too fast.
Wet grass.

Mower deck not level.
Low/uneven tire air pressure

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.

Mower drive belt worn.
Blades improperly installed,

Improper blades used.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,
leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

• Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower
housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in
"FAST" position.

• Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before
mowing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air
pressure.

• Replace/sharpen blade.
Tighten blade bolt.

• Clean underside of mower
housing.

I• Replace mower drive belt.

• Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

• Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not I•

working =.
(if so equipped) :•

Battery willnot

charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning
engine "OFF"

Switch is "OFF".
Bulb(s) burned out.

Faulty light switch.
Loose or damaged wiring.

Blown fuse.

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections.

Faulty regulator
(if so equipped).

Faulty alternator.
Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position
for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

32

• Turn switch "ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connec
tions.

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

Replace alternator.

Move throttle control to
"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before
stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

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OFF M+G+A1 NONE

3N + L+GHTE B+A1 L+A2

ON B + A1 NONE

START B + S + A1 NONE

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING.

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REGULATOR YEL OW

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OFF C+G,B+H

PTO SWITCH

I ON IC+ F,B+ E,A+D

RELAY

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

HEADLIGHTS

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery
2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4

8 7603J Tray, Battery
10 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc

11 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount
12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"

16 153664 Switch Intedock Push-In

21 166184 Harness Socket Light W/4152J
22 4152J Bulb Light

24 4014J Cable, Battery
25 146686 Cable, Battery

26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 170697 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Plunger
30 163968 Switch, Ign
33 140403 Key, Ignition

40 170238 Hamess Ign.
41 17720408 Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

42 131563 Cover, Terminal
43 145673 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter
50 169416 Switch, PTO
52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

79 163996 Bulbholder Asm. Incandescent

81 109748X Relay Asm.

NOTE:

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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

1 150253 Rail, Frame RH 56 154914
2 140506 Orawbar, Gt
4 73680700 Nut, CrownlOck Hex 58 137113

5 163976 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 63 19131614

6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 67 156973

7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 68 17490508

8 145166 Support, Battery 70 137159

14 161023X558 Hood Asm., Pnt Stealth YTGT 84 142992

15 160568 Lens Asm Headlight Bar 85 144911

16 121794X Cover, Access 86 74760716

17 17060612 Screw 88 STD551143

18 160564X558 Grille
19 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16x12 Ga. 90 STD551237

20 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

21 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric 91 170755

23 17060616 Screw 3/8-16 x1.5 106 138776

24 145243X558 Footrest, RH

28 145244X558 Footrest, LH 122 161464

30 145051X014 Saddle, Slkscr Vgt 130 164863

31 161419 Brace, Supt 1-pc VGT Strg
32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh 137 74780716

33 161326 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh 139 161330

34 142131 Bracket, Engine Support Rear 140 163806

35 19111116 Washer 11/32xll/16x16 Ga. 141 163805
36 74780512 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 142 161897
37 167285X558 Fender 144 161900

39 136961 Bracket, Axle Front 145 19131414

40 156111 Bracket, Support Axle/Engine 147 162967

42 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/6-16 x 1 148 164655

43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 150 161237

44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 151 17060512

45 154913 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis

47 17490608 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2 NOTE:

50 152728 Bracket, Chassis Front

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

7/16-14UNC 60 17060620

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All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis

Lh
Bracket Asm., Fender

Screw 3/6-16 x 1.-1/4
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Guide, Belt Gear Drive
Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2

Guide, Belt Mid Span

Stop, Over Center Mower
Bracket, Support Transaxle

Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 UNC x 1

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr

7/16
Washer, Lock External Tooth

3/8
Rail, Frame Lh
Screw, Thdrol Hex Head Zinc

Mwr
Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8
Screw HWHD Hi-Lo

#13-16 x 3/4
Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 xl Gr. 5
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

Magnet YTGT
Striker Plate YTGT

Bracket Dash Rh
Bracket Dash Lh
Washer Flat 13/32x7/8x7 Ga.

Fastener Nut Pal

Extrusion Bumper
Duct Heat Hood

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

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,_EY PART KEY PART

_/O. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 37 121749X Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 38 150035 Nyliner

4 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 39 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1
5 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 40 5304J Actuator, Interlock Switch
6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 41 73661000 Locknut #10-24
7 149176 Wheel, Hub Assembly 42 8883R Cover, Pedal
8 12000034 Klip, Ring 46 145170 Retainer, Spring
9 140080 Bolt, Hub 47 138228 Clutch Rod

10 142509 Disc, Brake 48 72110612 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5
11 136927 Yoke, Brake Disc 50 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat

12 73750800 Nutlock 1/2-20 Unf 51 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
13 139419 Washer, Special 52 139123 Pulley, Idler, Grooved
14 138901 Bushing 53 207J Washer, Hardened

15 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16 x 16 Ga. 54 161590 Clutch, Arm Assembly
16 143012 Set, Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4 55 105706X Bearing, Idler
17 126909X Spring 56 137153 V-Belt

18 137104 Lever, Brake 57 141756 Bracket, Shift Rod, Hi-Lo
19 136926 Cam, Brake Disc 59 122253X Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

21 23260412 Screw, Flat Head 1/4-28 x 3/4 60 122268X Spring Clip, Connecting Link

22 633A109 Gearshift, Lever Assembly 61 137524 Pulley, Transaxle
23 106932X Knob 62 STD551143 Washer, Lock 7/16

24 136925 Support, Puck Brake 63 74760720 Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/4
25 136923 Puck, Brake Top 64 154752 Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal
26 137552 Spring, Return 65 67609 Bolt, Shoulder

27 17490528 Screw, Hex Wsh Thd. 66 140296 Washer, Hardened
28 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 68 5142H Pin, Roll

29 137213 Brake, Rod 69 136327 Hub, Cover
30 19131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 117 73900600 Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc
34 71673 Cap, Plunger

35 137648 Rod, Parking Brake NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground 1 inch = 25.4 mm

5/16-18 x 1-3/4 67 19131312 Washer, Flat

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 137094

3 6855M
4 161849
5 161848
6 6266H

7 121748X
8 12000029
9 121232X
10 74781044

11 136518

12 73901000

13 121749X
14 STD551137

15 STD541537
16 145103
17 137347
18 137155

19 156011
20 172020
21 100711L
22 155105
23 152927

25 STD523710

26 139769

27 3366R

28 17000612

29 104239X

30 12000029

31 138136

32 19111610

33 STD551131

34 STD523107
35 138059

36 137156
37 73.360600

38 109850X
39 73700600

40 109851X
41 155246
42 17490508
45 19133812

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

Wheel, Steering
Axle Asm., Front

Fitting, Grease
Spindle Asm, LH

Spindle Asm., RH
Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

Ring, Klip #T5304-75

Cap, Spindle
Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut, Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF
Shaft Asm., Steedng
Rod Asm., Tie Ball J Ball Vgt (Inc. Key No. 36-40)

Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt
Support Asm., Steering Vgt
Boot, Steering
Adapter, Wheel Steering
Bushing, Strg. Blk

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

Cap, Wheel Steering
Bearing, Col. Strg.

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Bearing, Flange

Ring, Klip Truarc #5304-75
Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4
Gear, Sector Steering

Tie Rod
Jam Nut RH Thread
Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread
Jam Nut LH Thread

Joint Asm. Ball LH Thread
Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Ga.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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PART KEY
NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

...... Engine (See Breakdown) 28

161063 Muffler Side 37

13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 38

151396 Muffler Asm Guard 40
121361X Pulley V-Idler 41

150828 Keeper Asm. Bell Engine
105432X Bushing 42
140923 Clutch Electdc 43

143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clth
151346 Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 Yt/Gt 96 45

109227X Pad Spacer 47
106082X Pad Spacer 48
140527 Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge 51

13290300 Plug Oil Drain (Order From 55
164067 ControlThrottle 69

164863 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo 74

164415 Control Choke 80
STD551237 Washer Ext Tooth 3/8

73920600 Nut Keps 3/8 - 24 UNF
3645J Bushing

139277 Stem Tank Fuel 42

Kohler Model No. CV20S- 29
65561 35

NPT 39

Engine Manufacturer) 65

#13-16 x 3/4 76

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

[SPARK ARRESTER KIT J

PART
NO. DESCRIPTION

7834R Fuel Line

132920 Spark Arrester Kit
10010500 Washer Split

123487X ClampHose
17060620 Screw 3/8 - 16 x 1-1/4

17490636 Screw Tr 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC

17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 UNC
126197X Washer 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID

X .250
STD551143 Washer Lock 7/16
150280 Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 X 4 - 1/4

Ga5
73510400 .Nut Keps H 1/4-20 UNC
142040 Spacer Engine

19132007 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 7 Ga.
161231 Manifold Pipe VGT
13280336 Nipple Pipe 4-1/2

19131614 Washer !3/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

24-041-02 Gasket
162295 Elbow Street Brass

17000612 Screw H Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

M73030800 Nut Flange

inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

_EAT ASSEMBLY

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140551

140675

127018×

145006
STD541437

124181X

171877
155925

121246X

121248X

72050412

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot Seat

Strap, Fender

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

Clip, Push In, Hinged

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
Spring, Seat Cprsn

Bolt 5/16-16Uncx 3/4 w/Sems
Pan, Seat

Bracket, Mounting Switch
Bushing, Snap
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20X 1-1/2

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NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

15 134300 Spacer, Split
16 t21250X Spring, Cprsn

17 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5
18 19171912 Washer 17/32x1-3/16x12 Ga.

19 166369 Knob, Seat

20 124238X Cap, Spring Seat
21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18

22 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16d 8 Unc

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 172507

2 164085

3 171702
4 171703
5 149516

6 133644

7 163210

9 163204

10 156439
11 4900J
12 146047

2 6 3 15

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DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash Panel
Decal, Dash

Decar, Hood, Craftsman, RH
Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH

Decal, Battery DNGR/PSN
ENG Asm

Decal, Maintenance
Decal, Fender
Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Fender Danger
Decal, Clutch/Brake

Decal, V-Belt Drive
Schematic

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13 133179 Decal, Blower Housing
14 160397 Decal, V-Belt Schematic

15 174665 Decal, Replacement Parts
19 138047 Decal, Battery

23 106202X Reflector, Taillight

- - 138311 Decal, Handle Lft Height

-- 157199X428 Pad, Footrest

- - 172003 Manual, Owner's (Eng)

- - 172004 Manual, Owner's(Span)

Adjust (Lift Handle)

WHEELS & TIRES

2 3

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap, Valve, Tire
2 65139 Stem, Valve
3 106228X427 Rim Assembly, Front

4

10

5

9

11 106277X427 RimAssembly, Rear

4 8134H Tube, Front (Service Item

Only)

10 7154J Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)
5 106230X Tire, Front

8

9 140183 Tire, Rear
6 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel

12 6856M Fitting, Grease
7 9040H Beadng, Flange (Front Wheel

8 104757X Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)

-. 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Only)

Only)

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 121006X

2 159187
3 159189

4 12000022

5 19292016

6 71110624
7 125631X
8 122365X
9 122364X

10 2876H

tA 146704
12 163552

13 139868
14 140302
15 STD541437
16 674A247

17 STD541237
18 143363
19 STD551037

20 5328J

_-1 STD52710
_-2 127218

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DESCRIPTION

Rod Asm., Lever
Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt
Lever Asm,, Lift Rh
E-Ring Truarc #5133-87

Washer
29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Grip, Handle Fluted

Button, Plunger

Plunger, Button

Spring 2-1/8"

Link Lilt
Retainer, Spring

Arm, Suspension Vgt
Bearing

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
Spring Asm., Assist Lift

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-t6 Unc

Bracket, Spring Assist
Washer

13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1
Link, Front

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NO.

23
24
25
26

29
30
31
32
33

34
35

38
39
4o

41
42

43
70

72

73

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NO.

STD624008
7335O800

130171
73680800

150233
11O807X

19131016
137150
ST0560907
137167

138057
155097

123935X
17060516

73540600

19112410

123934X
145212

110452X

73350600

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DESCRIPTION

Retainer, Spring
Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion

Nut, Crowntock 1/2-13 Uric
Trunnion, Infin Height
Nut, Special

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
Spring, Compression Inf Hgt

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2
Rod, Adj Lift
Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc
Pointer, Height Indicator

Plug, Hole
Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24
Washer

11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga.
Scale, Indicator Height

Nut Hex Flange Lock
Nut Push Phos & Oil

Nut Hex Jam 318-16

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 156948

3 138457
5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857
9 STD551137
10 140296

11 170698
12 129895

13 137553

14 137152
15 110485X

16 140329
18 STD533106

19 132827

20 145055
21 STD541431

22 134753
23 131267
24 105304X
25 149287

26 110452X
27 166883X428
28 19111016
29 131491
30 157722

31 129963
32 153531
33 137266
34 144945

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Deck Weldment 35 17490628

Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 36 STD551037

Retainer Spring 37 131494

Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 38 156086

Bar) 39 144917
Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 40 137273

Gr. 8
Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 41 17060620
3/8 42 165723
Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 43 144949
Vented 44 133943

Blade 45 145059
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204 46 137729
Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 47 144959

(Includes Key No. 12) 48 148763

Housing, Mandrel 49 STD541437

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 50 72110612

Stripper, Mower Round
Bolt, Carriage 5/16o18 x 5/8 51 153390

Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 52 156493
5/16-18 72 19131616

Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" 116 137644
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 117 133957
Stiffener, Bracket 118 73930600

Bracket, Deflector 119 19121414
Cap, Sleeve 126 144948
Spring, Torsion, Deflector 127 146763

Nut, Push
Deflector Clipping - - 166209

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
Rod, Hinge

Screw, Thd Rolling Washer Hd
Washer, Spacer Mower Vented - - 143651

Pulley, Mandrel
Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16
Anchor, Spring Deck 46"

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION
Screw, 3/8-16 x 1-3/4

Washer 13/32 x13/16 x 16 Ga.
Pulley, idler, Flat
Keeper, Belt, Idler
Pulley, Idler, Driven
Spring, Secondary 44/46/50

Vent
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Spacer, Retainer

Arm, Idler Secondary
Washer, Hardened

Cover, Mandrel Deck
Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary
V-Belt, Mower, Primary
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Gr. 5
Washer Felt

Pulley Idler 46" Prim. Drive
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

Bolt, Shoulder
Gauge Wheel

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Arm, Idler, Primary Deck 46"

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim.

4.25
Mower Service 46" (Standard

Deck - Order separately

mulching components Key

Nos. 101-106)
Mandrel Asm 44/50 Service

(includes Key Nos. 8-10, 12-
15, 31 and 33)

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KEY PART

_10. NO.

1 4197R

2 12000034
3 4199R

4 4216R
5 4215R
6 4217R
7 6256H
8 74020652

9 7392M

tO 137261

1 4985R
12 6266H
_3 4212R

t4 137125
'.5 6276H
!6 633A63
L7 8118M
t8 8740H1
19 122238X

).0 4218R
.)1 6252H1
.)2 7810H

.)3 6262H
.)4 7393R
.)5 992R1
.)6 139111

)-7 4986R

-)8 122254X
).9 6269H
30 5855H
31 139538

_2 6277H

_3 4225R

_4 7396H

15 4198R
_6 '4200R
_7 7395H
18 16O789
;9 139536

_-0 13320400
_1 17580520

15 6271H

!-6 13060200

_9 4895H
;0 4222R

_1 1529R

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

Axle Shaft 52 8119M

Retaining Ring 53 4220R
Final Drive Gear 54 4209R

Differential Gear 55 4213R
Differential Pinion 56 4442R

Differential Carrier

Axle Thrust Washer 57 4195R
Bolt, Hex Hd 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 58 4214R

(1" Thread Length) 59 4194R
Steel Ball 60 7528R

Spring Shift Fork Detent 61 4208R
Shift Fork, High-Low Range 62 4207R
Thrust Bearing Race 63 7398H

4th Reduction Pinion 64 4203R
Shaft, Brake

Snap Ring, Crescent Type 65 4204R
High-Low Range Gears 66 2898J
Needle Bearing 67 12000033
Sintered Iron Bearing 68 4205R
Shift Fork Shaft, High-Low 69 4206R

Range 70 1370H
Differential Pinion Spacer 71 633A69

Differential Pinion Bushing

Gripeo Centerlock Nut 72 139120
3/8-24 73 4201 R

Shift Fork, R,H. 74 12000008
Oil Seal 75 1153R

Sintered Iron Bearing 77 6803J
Shift Fork Shaft 79 1167R

Shift Fork, L.H. 80 73360700

Shift Shaft, High-Low Range 81 6270H

Oil Seal 82 136984
Pressure Relief Valve 84 5384J

Gearcase, Reverse Idler 85 2978J
Shaft and Bearings, R.H. 86 633A85

(Includes Key No.'s 17,18, 87 8739H1

25, 33, 50, 63, 77 and 82)

Dowel Pin 88 4924H
Needle Bearing 89 19151516

Thrust Bearing Race
4th Reduction Gear Shaft 90 110542X

4th Reduction Gear Spacer 91 19181511
Thrust Bearing Race

Gate, Lower, Shift 92 75J
Gearcase and Bearings,

L.H. (Includes Key #'s 18, 93 6274H

25, 49, 50 (2), 51 and 52) 94 76020412
Pipe Plug 1/2-14 N.P.T. 95 10040500

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 96 159783
Oil Seal

Pipe Plug 1/4-18 N.P.T. 97 633A109
Needle Bearing 98 161823
Needle Bearing
Needle Bearing

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

Needle Bearing
Thrust Bearing Race

3rd Reduction Pinion, Low
4th Reduction Gear
3rd Reduction Pinion

Spacer
2nd Reduction Gear Shaft

Final Drive Pinion
1st Reduction Gear Shaft

1st Reduction Shaft Spacer

3rd Reduction Pinion High
2nd Reduction Gear

Needle Bearing
Low Speed Gear and 2nd

Reduction Pinion Cluster
Reverse Gear

Key, Hi-Pro 1/8 x 17/32
Klip Ring
Intermediate Speed Gear
High Speed Gear
Thrust Bearing Race

intermediate and High
Speed Cluster Pinions

Input Shaft
Low Speed Pinion

E-Ring
Reverse Idler Gear

Needle Bearing
Sealing Washer

Nut, Hex, Jam 7/16-20
Oil Seal
Reverse Idler Shaft

Gearshift Lever, Bent
Gearshift Cap

Gearshift Ball Cover and Pin
Shift Lever Guide Ball,

Keyed

Spring

Washer 15/32 x 15/16 x 16
Gauge

Shift Mechanism Seal
Washer 9/16 x 15/16 x 12

Gauge
Gearshift Gate and

Reinforcement
Shift Ball Cover Gasket

Cotter Pin 1/8 x 3/4

Washer, Lock 5/16

Screw, Hex, Washer HD.
Machine
Gearshift Lever Assembly

Transaxle, 6 Speed,

Complete Assembly

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',YLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I

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CRANKCASE

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29

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26

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lEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

_EY PART

40. NO. DESCRIPTION
24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ 2

gasket (Includes 2,3)

24-041-23-S Gasket, breather 3 24-294-13-S

24-096-59-S Cover, breather 4 12-380-17-S
M-645020 Screw, hex. flange 5 24-067-13-S

M6xl.0x20 (4)

X-75-23-S Plug, allen hd. 1/8"
25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (4) 6 24-874-01-S

24-755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes

8,11,12) 24-874-02-S

24-41_,-05-S Rod. push (4) 24-874-03-S
24-041-08-S Gasket, cylinder head (2) 24-874-14-S

24-318-12-S Head assembly, #2 7. 24-106-(_1-S

cylinder 24-108-02-S

1 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (4) 24-108-03-S

2 24-599-01-S Pivot, rocker arm (4) 8 24-018-01-S
3 M640034-S Screw, hex. flange 9 12-422-09-S

M6x1.0x34 (4) 12-422-13-S

4 12-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange 12-422-07-S

M10x1.5x90 (8) 12-422-08-S

5 24-755-7-S Kit, valve cover - ptain 12-422-10-S

(Includes 16,17) 12-422-11-S

6 24-153-16-S O-Ring 12-422-12-S

' 7 24-086-32-S Screw, shoulder (4) 10 24-010-06-S
,8 24-445-01-S Strap, lifting 11 24-089-35-S

'9 24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) 12 24-089-34-S

24-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) (2) 13 52-139-09-S

:0 24-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) (2 14 M-545010-S

24-0!7-02-S Valve, intake (.25) (2)
!1 24-032-05-S Seal, valve stem (2) 15 24-018-04-S
_.2 235011 -S Retainer, spring (4) 16 24-402-05-S

!3 24-089-02-S Spring, valve (4) 17 12-153-01-S
14 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (4) 18 24-126-19-S
!5 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4) 19 12-123-04-S
!6 24-318-11-S Head assembly, #1 20 M-545016-S

cylinder

!7 24-755-76-S Kit, valve cover - breather 21 12-153-02-S

0ncl. 16,17,28) 22 24-038-04-S

!8 25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber
!9 24-755-57-S Kit, breather separator 23 24-755-46-S

(Includes 28,30-33) 24 12-153-03-S

_0 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange 25 12-380-04-S

M5x0.Sx16 (2) 26 M-631005-S

_1 24-445-02-S Strap, breather 27 12-032-01-S
;2 24.126-44-S Bracket, breather 28 X-25-102-S

separator 29 24-144-01-S

;3 24-112-12-S Spacer

_4 24-294-06-S Fitting
;5 24o326-13-S Hose, breather

;6 24°325-14-S Hose, breather

;7 X-426-9-S Clamp, hose (2)

CRANKCASE

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-032-01-S

Seal, oil front
Crankcase (USE:

miniblock 24 782 05)
Fitting

Pin, dowel locating (6)
Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

24-067-14-S Connecting

Rod (.25) (2)
Piston w/Ring Set (Std.)

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

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

Piston w/ring set (.08)
Ring Set (Std.) (2)

Ring Set (.25) (2)
Ring Set (.60) (2)

Retainer, piston pin (4)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
Shim, camshaft
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
Camshaft (Includes 11,12)

Spring acr (Heavy)

Spring acr 0ight)
Plug, cup

Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8xl0 (2)

Retainer, reed (2)
Reed breather (2)
O-Ring, lower o fil tube

Bracket, oil filltube
Tube, oil fill

Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x16

O-Ring, upper oil fill tube
Dipstick assembly
(Includes 22,23)

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 23)
O-Ring, dipstick

Pin, hitch

Washer, plain 6 mm
Seal, governor cress shaft

Washer, plain 1/4"

Shaft, governor cross

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IGNITIONIELECTRtCAL I

6-_V

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES=J

15

13_-_

0--5

7

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_'-18 19--g

AIR INTAKE J

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5

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13

8

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11

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,3NITIONJCHARGING

-_EY PART
tO. NO.

54-755-15-S

M-403025-S
X-25-92-S

24-112-04-S
25°086-47-S
24-157-03-S

12-086-14-S

12-468-03-S

X-42-15-S

0 24-025-04-S

1 25-403-03-S
2 X-25-92-S
3 24-086-18-S

4 236602-S
5 54-755-09-S

6 12-132-06-S

7 M°548025-S
8 235173-S

9 48° 154-02-S
0 X-25-63-S

1 24-584-01-S

2 M-545020-S

lOT ILLUSTRATED

24-126-71-S
X-22-11-S
24-176-79-S

24-518°12-S
24-113-18-S

25-454-03-S

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

DESCRIPTION
Kit, grass screen (Includes

2-4,and 24 113 18)

Screw, hex. cap
M4x0.7x25 (4)

Washer, plain 5/16" (4)
Spacer, grass screen (4)

Bolt, shoulder (4)
Fan

Screw, hex. flange
M10x1.5x46

Washer, plain 3/8".

Key
Flywheel

Rectifier-regulator
Washer, plain 3/16" (2)
Screw, phillips hd.

11-16x7/6 (2)

Connector (3 contact)

Kit, 15 amp stator
(Includes 24 126 71)
Spark Plug (2)
Screw, hex. cap

M5x0.8x25 (2)
Clip, cable
Clip, cable

Washer, plain 1/4"
Module, ignition (2)

Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x20 (4)

Bracket, stator wire
Washer, lock 1/4"
Harness, wiring Lead,
black (rect.-reg. 5" - 12

gauge

insulated grip barrel
eyelets)

Decal, grass screen
Tie, wire (3)

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Incl. 2-4)
2 24-100-01-S Nut plastic (3)

3 25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16
4 24-100-02-S Nut, plastic (2)

5 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

6 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange
7 M-551016-S Screw, hex. flange

8 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

9 24-146-16-S Plate, backing - # 2 side

10 24-146-20-S Plate, backing - # 1 side
11 24-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

12 24-063-14-S Baffle, valley - #2 side
13 24-063-30-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1

14 24-063-23-S Baffle, valley - #1 side
15 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION
KEY PART

NO. NO.

24-164-06-S

1

M-651055-S

2

24-041.01-S

4 24°041-14-S
5 24-094-19-S

6 24_041-13-S

7 24-109-10-S

8 24-083-02-S
9 47-083-03-S

10 24-032-03-S
11 24-096-01-S

12 12-100-01-S
13 24-096-67-S
14 54-766-01 -S

15 24-153-15-S
16 25-341-03-S

17 24-063-51-S

M5xO.Sx20 (4)

M5xO.6x16 (3)
M5x0.Sx16

M6x1.0x16 (6)

side

side

M5x0.Sxl0 (2)

DESCRIPTION

Manifold, intake
Screw, hex. flange
M6x1.0x55 (4)

Gasket, intake manifold

(2)

Gasket, air cleaner base
Base, air cleaner
Gasket, fuel spitback cup
Cup, fuel spitback

Precleaner, element
Element, air cleaner

Seal, breather

Cover, inner air cleaner
Wing Nut

Cover, air cleaner
Kit, knob with sea_

(Includes 15 & 16)

O-Ring

Knob, cover
Baffte, fuel spitback

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STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS

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fARTING SYSTEM

EY PART

3. NO.

M-839070-S
24-096-05-S

M-839080-S
12-468-01-S

25-098-05-S

12-221-01-S
12-227-13-S

12-211-01-S

12-755-54-S

12-227-06-S

1 12-170-05-S

NGINE CONTROLS

EY PART
O. NO.

SM-642025-S
24-090-14-S

M-641060-S
24-089-01 -S

25-158-08-S
24-079-04-S

25-158-11-S

M-547050-S

24-089-03-S

0 24-126-56-S

1 M-645016-S

2 12-237-01-S
3 M-545016-S

4 24-090-07-S
5 24-468-01-S
6 24-089-18-S

7 M-446030-S
8 24-090-13-S
9 M-545020-S

0 24-089-51-S

1 24-090-05-S
2 41-468-03-S
3 M-403025-S

4 24-079-05-S
5 24-086-43-S

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x70

Cover, pinion

Screw, hex. flange
M8x1.25x80

Washer, plain 11/32" (3)
Starter, (Includes 6-11)

Kit, brush
Cap

Bolt, thru (2)
Kit, drive

Cap, drive end
Armature

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange
M6x1.0x25

Lever, governor
Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0

Spring, linkage

Bushing, linkage retaining

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, throttle linkage
Nut, hex. lock M5x0.8

Spring, choke return
Bracket, control

Screw, hex. flange
M6xl.0x16 (4)

Clamp, cable (2)
Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.Sx16 (1)
Lever, throttle actuator

Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

Spring, governor
Nut, hex M4x0.7

Lever, throttle control
Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.8x20
Spring, throttle limiter

Lever, choke
Washer, spring 1/4"

Screw, hex. cap
M4xO.7x25

Linkage, choke
Screw, thread forming (2)

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

M-645025-S
M-631005-S

24-t99-07-S

24-393-08-S

5

24-123-05-S
24-162-26-S

6
7

24-043-12-S

8 12-380-01-S
9 52-448-02-S

10 12-144-02-S
11 24-153-08-S

12 X-75-32-S
13 24-136-01-S

14 12-050-01-S
15 52-032-08-S
16 24-086-17-S

t7 24-086-16-S
18 X-75-10-S

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25 (2)

Washer, plain 6 mm (2)

Pan, oil assembly
(Includes 1,2, & 4-10)

Oil pump assembly
(Includes 5)
Tube, oil pickup

Screen, oil
Kit, governor gear w/pin

(Includes 8)

Pin, governor regulating

Tab, locking
Shaft, governor gear
O-Ring

Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8"
Nipple, oil filter

Filter, oil
Seal, oil (PTO end)
Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45
Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45 (9)
Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

N.P.T.F.

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CRANKSHAFT I

FUEL SYSTEMJ

EXHAUSTJ

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5

/ 9 9

7 8 10

9

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CRANKSHAFT

EY

PART

O.

NO. DESCRIPTION

24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)
52-139-09-S Plug, cup

XHAUST
EY PART

O. NO.

24-041-02-S
25-072-04-S

:OTILLUSTRATED

24-522-16
24-782-05

24-755-03-S

DESCRIPTION
Gasket, exhaust (2)

Stud, M8xl.25x33 (4)

Short Block

Miniblock

Gasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-853-25-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

(Includes 2-4)

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

information only not
available separately)

(Includes 24 757 18, 24-
757-19, 24-757-20, 24-
757-22)

4 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base
5 M-629095-S Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)
6 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0

(2)

7 47-154-01-S Clip, cable
8 24-353-03-S Line, fuel 10-5/8" (2)

9 X-426-9-S Clamp, hose (6)

10 24-086-12-S Screw, hex. cap.

M6x1.7x18 (2)

11 24-393-16-S Pump, fuel - pulse
12 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2)

13 15-353-04-S Line, fuel 11-1/2"
14 25-050-03-S Filter, fuel

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-757-18-S

- - 24-757-19-S

- - 24-757-20-S

- - 24-757-22-S

Kit, overhaul w/gaskets
Kit. choke repair

w/gaskets

Kit, gasket
Kit, solenoid replacement

w/gaskets

57

58

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I

SIGHTING

15 ° MAX.

NOT ACROSS HILL

I _ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I
I _ greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

I _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

I caution when changing direction on slopes.

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