Craftsman 917.27306 User Manual

Owner's Manual

CRnFTSMnNo

20.0 HP
ELECTRIC START

50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRACTOm

Model No.

917.273060

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-
ment.

For answersto your questions

aboutthis product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am- 5 pm, Mon- Sat

Seam, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Maintenance ......................................... 19

Service and Adjustments ...................... 23

Storage ................................................. 31

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Troubleshooting .................................... 32

Repair Parts ......................................... 36

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

CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

purchase, ifthis Craftsman Riding Equipment is main-

to the instructionsin the owner's manual,

any partsfoundto bedefective in material or

during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, belts,_stc._

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

thoms, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment accordingto the instructionscontained in
the owner's manual.

• Ridingequipment 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 ridingequip-

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-

tery willnot hold a charge, Sears will replacethe battery at no charge. In-home warranty
service on your Craftsman riding equipment isavailable at no charge for 30 days from
the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the

date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman ridingequip-
ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service willstillbe avail-

able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge willapply). This
warranty applies only while this productis in the United States. This Warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to

state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., 1:)/817WA, Hoftman Estates, IL 60179

GENERAL OPERATION-

- Read, understand, and follow all instruc-
tions 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
beforemowing. St_opmachine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

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

• Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion 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 unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.

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• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only indaylight or good artificial

light.

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

• Watch for trafficwhen operating near or
crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload-

ingthe machine into a trailer or truck.

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.

• Followthe 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:

• Donotturn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.

• Do notmow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could sud-
denly 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

lraction could cause sliding.

• Do nottry to stabilize the machine by
puttingyour 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. ,

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

responsible adult.

• Be alert and tum 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
comers, 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 en-

gine 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 v_aterheater.

• Never run a machine inside'a closed

area.

• Keep nutsand bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts,tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.
Check their proper operation regulady.

_ Never tamper with safety devices.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage.Allow machine to cool before
storing.

• Stop andinspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.

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• Never make adjustments or repairswith

the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving pads or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

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

use extra caution when servicingthem.

• Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

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

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interferewith
safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off ifchildren

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

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

across.

A Loel_for this symbol to point dut impor-

tant safety precautions. It means:CAU-
TION!t! BECOME AWARE!i! YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

_,CAt.n3ON: In order to preyenf acciden-

tal starling when setting up, t_ansporting,

adjustingor making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wi_'ewhere

itcannot contact spark plug.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overtum the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

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

• Do nottum on slopes unless necessary,
and then, tum slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

AWARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to
the State of Califomia to cause cancer,

birthdefects, or other reproductive harm.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

!GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS
iCAPAC TY UNLEADED
!/_ND TYPE: REGULAR

DIL TYPE SAE 10W-30

_,PI-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30
(below 32°F)

DIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.2 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.7 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

SAP: .030")

3ROUND SPEED FORWARD: 5.8

MPH): REVERSE: 2.1

tIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

3HANGING
SYSTEM: 15AMPS@ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280
CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.
TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase
of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians andthe proper toolsto service or
repair this tractor.

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

and mair_tainyour tractor properly. Always
observe the =SAFETY RULES".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product.Contact your nearest
Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIUTIES

• 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 intemal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-
proved 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

Califomia 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 (See REPAIR PARTS section of
this manual).

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(1) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

(1) Knob

©

(1) Washer

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

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(E_oubl_Loop)

1_3)R_tair_erSprings

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(4) Retainer Springs

(Single Loop)

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Paris packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown fullsize

Seat

Manual

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Steering Wheel

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7--

Video

Cassette

Parts Bag

(_ (2) Washers 3/8,

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

(2) Keys Nuts Wheels

Steering

Wheel Insert

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=L Extension

Slope Sheet _

@

(2) Centerlock (2) Gauge

(2) FrontLinkAseemb_lee

x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Steering

Sleeve

Steering Sleeve

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Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywithexceptionofthosepartsleft
unassembledforshippingpurposes.Toensuresafeandproperoperationofyourtractor
allpartsandhardwareyouassemblemustbetightenedsecurely.Usethecorrecttools
asnecessarytoinsurepropertightness.Reviewthevideocassettebeforeyou begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

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

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

(1) 1/2" wrench drive ratchet
(1)Pliers (1) PhillipsScrew-

(1) Utilityknife driver
(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand ismentioned in

this manual, itmeans, from your pointof

view, when you are in the operating posi-
tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

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

• Remove mower and package materials.
Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF
SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

• Remove hex bolt, lockwasher and large

flat washer from steering shaft.

• Positionfrontwheels of the tractor so

they are pointingstraight forward.

• Slide the steenng sleeve over the steer-

ing shaft.

• Ah'_gntabs and press steeringsleeve

extension into bottom ofsteedng wheel.
are horizontal (left to dght) and slide

Positionsteering wheel so cross bars

onto steering wheel adapter.
Secure steering wheel to steering shaft
with hex bolt, lock washer and large fiat
washer previously removed. Tighten
securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from trac-

• tor hoed and grill.

Steering Wheel
Wheel Adapter

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and
function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-
ment lift lever to its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheeling
position to disengage transmission (See
"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

Steering

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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 bat-
tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

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INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat

pan.

• 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.

Seat Pan

Shoulder
Bolt

Adjustment Knob

_t

Label

Seat

Flat Washer

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractorwere ovednflated
at the factory for shippingpurposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance,

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

ofthis manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-
tor,check to see that the brake is propedy
adjusted. See "TOADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with
attachment lift control (see Know Your
Tractor in Operation section). Engage

parking brake.

• Cut and remove ties secudng anti-sway

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

• Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to dght side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-
ing in all mower pulley grooves. Install
belt into electdc clutch pulley groove.

• Install one front link in top hole of the

left hand front mower bracket and left
hand front suspension bracket. Retain

with two single loop retainer springs as
shown.

• Install second front link in dght hand

front suspension bracket and retain with
single loop retainer spdng as shown.

• Slide dght side of mower back and

install link in top hole of right hand front
mower bracket. Retain with single loop

retainer spdng as shown.

•Tum height adjustment knob counter°

clockwise until it stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

• Place the suspension arms on outward

pointing deck pins. If necessary, rock
and raise front of mower to align deck
pins with the holes in suspension arms.

Retain with double loop retainer spdngs

with loops down as shown.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack-

et under left footrest and retain with
double loop retainer spring.

•Tum height adjustment knob clockwise

to remove slack from mower suspen-
sion.

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• Raise deck to highest position.

• Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using long shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers,
and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts. Tighten se-
curely.

• Adjust gauge wheels before operating
mower as shown in the Operation sec-

tion of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS
For best cuttingresults, mower should be

properlyleveled. See =TO LEVEL
MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustmentssection ofthis manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER PosmoN OF
ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-
ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade

drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Vedfy that the

belts are routed correctly.

Double Loop
Retainer Spring

LeftHand
Gauge

Wheel Bar

Bolt

Gauge

Wheel

3/8 Washer

Use Rlera For

Retainer Springs

3/8-16
Center

Locknut

Anti-Sway

Bar

Double Loop
Retainer Spring

(Inward pointing deck
pins) Suspension

Chassis Arms
Bracket

Idler
Pulley

Front
Links

Front
Suspension

Brackets

SingleLoop

Retainer Springs

Bracket

Discharge

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Ii CHECKLIST

Please review the following checklist:
/ All assembly instructionshave 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 tight-

ened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overinflat-
ed at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
results. ('13resmust be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

•/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel

control is in drive position.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following impor-

tant items:

,/Engine oil isat proper level.
,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them
before youstart the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

•/ It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans-

mission purging instructions(See "TO
START ENGINE" and =PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" inthe Operation section of

thismanual).

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Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractoror inliteraturesuppliedwiththeproduct.
Learnandunderstandtheirmeaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON

®

FUEL CHOKE MOWERHEIGHT PARKINGBRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

r 'l R N H

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

CLUTCH ENGAGED

LOCKED

L

LOW PARKING BRAKE

AI-rACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULESSECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(AutomaticModelsonly)

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KNOW YOUR 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.

LightSwitch

Ignition
Switch

Throttle Control

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Choke

Control

- Parking Brake

Position

Attachment

ClutchSwitch

LiftLever
Plunger

Uft Lever

Height

Adjustment

Knob

Free Wheel

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

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

tachments mounted to your tractor.

UGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.
THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to control
engine speed.

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

startingthe engine.
CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a

cold engine.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.
IGNITION-SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

Control
Lever

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.
AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake
into the brake position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER. Selects the

speed and direction of the tractor.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing
the tractor with the engine off.

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

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 stan-
dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine
isrunning,any attempt by the operator to
leave the seat without firstsetting the

parking brake willshut off the engine.

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

• Place parking brake lever in .......

"ENGAGED" position and release pres-
sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in "BRAKE" position.
Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

torsecure.

Push-In to

Throttle

Control

Pedal =Drive" Position
Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop_mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"
position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stopground drive, depress
clutch/brake pedal intofull "BRAKE"

IpO.sition.

• Move motioncontrol lever to neutral (N)
position.

IMPORTANT: The motioncontrol lever
does not retum to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal isdepressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE:. Failure to move throttlecontrolto
slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

=backfire".

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To

Lever

Parking Brake

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Turn ignition key to =OFF" position and

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

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch
in any position other than =OFP will cause

the battery to be discharged (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_, CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-
pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position; to empty grass
catcher, etc.
TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throt-

tle reduces the battery charging rate.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke controlwhenever you are start-
ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a

warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knobinto disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is
controlled by the motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/brake

pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turn-

ing the height adjustment knob in
desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (C) to raise cutting

height..

• /urn Knoo counterclockwise (O)to

lower cuttingheight.

The cutting height range is approximately

1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea-

sured from the groundto the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights are

approximate and may vary depending
up.onsoilconditions, height of grass and

14 types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches during
hot months. For healthier and better

looking lawns, mow often and after
moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass
over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut rela-

tively 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 condi-
tions.

• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a

flat level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height.

• Lower mower with lift control. Remove

rear retainer spring and clevis pin which
secure each gauge wheel.

• Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise

gauge wheels slightly to align holes in

bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert
clevis pins. Gauge wheels should be
slightly off the ground.

• Replace retainer springs into clevis
pins.

Retrainer Clevis Pin

sp0og\ Jj--

auge

Wheels _ Fe_=_'_7///'lT_ _.

Bar s_

Gaug
Wheel

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 con-

troL

• Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

Bracket

_.CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge
guard in place.

Attachment Clutch
Switch Pull Out To

"Engage"

Push In To

"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 start-

ing up or clown hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

i f stoppingis absolutely necessary, push

tion and engage parking brake.

Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not retum to neutral (N) position
when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

i To restart movement, slowly release

Slowly move motion control lever to
slowest setting.

• Make all tums slowly.
TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling posi-
tion. Freewheel control is located at the

rear drawbar of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest positi0n

with attachment lift control.

• Remove retainer spring from freewheel

control rod.

• Push control red in to disengage trans-

mission and reinsert retainer spdng into

control rod hole now on back side of the

bracket.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than
two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse

abeve procedure.

AttachmentLift Lever
High Position

Low

.#"Position

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NOTE: To protect hood from damage
when transportingyour tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood isclosed and
secured to tractor. Use an appropriate
means of tying hood totractor (rope, cord,
etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER
ATTACHMENTS

Tow onlythe attachments that are recom-
mendedby 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 tilled
with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oilwith tractor on level
ground.

• Unthread and remove oilfill cap/dip
stick;wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick

intothe tube and rest oilfill cap on the
tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube. Remove and read oil level. If nec-
easa_ add oiluntil "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For coldweather operation-you should
_hange oil for easier starting (See =OIL

VISCOSITY CHART- in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Tochange eng,ne oil,.see the

Maintenance section m 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 carl)off and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase_fuel in
quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good
,_dAweather starting.

RNING: 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 emp-

tied 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 inthe fuel
_k 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.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set
parking brake.

• Place motion control 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.

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WARMWEATHER STARTING (50 ° F

AND 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 slight-
ly 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 ° FAND
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 slight-
ly for a few seconds and then continue
to push the control in slowly. This may

require an engine warm-up pedod from
several seconds to several minutes,

depending on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM-UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever inneu-

tral. Release the parking brake and
let the clutch/brake slowly return to
operating position.

• Allow one minute for transmissionto

warm up. This can be done duringthe
engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during

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

may require the choke control be pulled
outslightly.

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.

PURGE TRANSMISSION
_,CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the trans-
mission be purged before operating tractor

for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air insidethe trans-
missionwhich may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your trensmission
require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-
tion before operating the tractor.

• Place tractor safely on level surface with

engine off and parking brake set.

• Disengage transmissionby placing free-

wheel controlinfreewheehng position
(See "TO TRANSPORT" inthissection

of manual).

• Sittinginthe tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

tle control to slow position.With motion

control lever in neutral (N) position,

slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Move motion control lever to full forward
_osition and hold for five (5) seconds.

ove lever to fullreverse positionand

holdforfive (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there willbe
no movement of drive wheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulicdrive sys-
tem.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut off engine and set parking
brake.

• Engage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in driving position(See
"TO TRANSPORT" in this section of

manual).

• Sittinginthe tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move throt-
tle control to half (1/2) speed. With
motioncontrollever inneutral (N)posi-

tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

• Slowly move motioncontrol lever for-

ward; after the tractor moves approxi-

mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion

control lever to reverse position.After
the tractor moves approximately five (5)

feet retum the motioncontrollever to
the neutral (N) position. Repeat this pro-

cedure with the motion controllever
three (3) times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

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MOWING TIPS

• "13rechains 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 hand side of
mower as a guide. The blade cuts

approximately an inch outside the run-

ner (See fig. X)

• 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 cut-

ting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turn-
ing to the right so that clippings will dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-
ways, 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 possi-
ble fire hazard from dried clippings.
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 unde-
sirable 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 se-

lecUng a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of cut desired.

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

and give best performance of the at-
tachment being used.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

FILL IN DATES _t,O_/_,_,_O"j_.

You

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T Veer_ckSystems I/

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R _esn B=te,y_ Termi_ds _ V'

Check Transaxle Cooling
Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s

Adjust MotionDrive Belt(s) Tension _s

CheckEnC.eo, L_v_ _ V'
changeE,_ OH _ V'

E CleanAirFilter _V':

N CleanAirScreen

! G InspectMuffler/SparkArrester t,/

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Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge V'=

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not cover o'rie Rod BallJoints
items that have been subjected to operator eSpindle Zerk---- L

abuse or negligence. To receive full value
from the warranty, operator must maintain eFront------H_l:ll

tractor as instructed in this manual. Some Wheel _.L__
adjustments will need to be made periodi-

Bearing L Bearing

cally to properly maintain your tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should
be checked at least once each season.

eSteedng._ _"_
Sector t eEngine

_ _-_eSpindle Zerk

• 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

Gear Teeth i _._ _:"

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

OSpray Siliconelubdant(Move Boots to Lubricate)

BEFORE EACH USE eGeneralPurposeGrease

• Check engine oil level. @Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section
Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points

• Check operator presence and interlock which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubd-

systems for proper operation, cants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the

• Check-fo_" loose fasteners, must be Jubricated, use only a dry, powdered

life of the self-lubricatingbearings. If you feel they

graphite type lubricantsparingly.

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_Ft"" eFront

_'__'." Wheel

TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper-
forminganymaintenance.
BRAKEOPERATION

Iftractorrequiresmorethansix (6)feet
stoppingdistanceat highspeedinhighest

gear,thenbrakemustbe adjusted.(See

"3"0 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 rub-
ber.

• 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 purchaeed 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 propedy. If your trac-

tor does not function as described below,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed
and attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the
seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any
attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate°unless the operator is in the
seat.

BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to allow

access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer secudng 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.

edge up

Center
Hole

Assembly

Hex Bolt -Star

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identified bysix lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is

balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause
excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

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

• To check blade balance, you will need a
5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

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

• Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion

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

is balanced, it should remain in a hod-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy
end until the blade is balanced.

BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficientfor normal use.

However, pedodic 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 I hour.

2O

NOTE:Theoriginalequipmentbatteryon
yourtractoris maintenancefree.Donot

attemptto openor removecapsorcovers.
Addingorcheckinglevelof electrolyteis

notnecessary,

TOCLEANBATTERYANDTERMINALS

Corrosionanddirtonthe batteryandter-
minalscancausethebatteryto"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 petroleum

jelly,

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

ADJUSTMENTS section of this manu-
al).

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

necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.
TRANSAXLE COOLING ,"

The transmission fan and cooling fins
should be kept clean to assure proper
cooling.
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the
transmission is hot.

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

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-
pings and other materials. To prevent
damage to seals, do not use com-
pressed air or high pressure sprayer to
clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for
the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,
contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.
ENGINE

LUBRICATION
Only use high quality deiergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or
SH_ Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating tem-
perature.

SAE VISCO_rPf GRADES

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 start-
ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-
stick securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meetAPI

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 dip-
stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-
UCT 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.

Air
Screen

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

chaff to prevent engine damage from over-
heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-

pressed air to remove dirt and stubbom
dried gum fibers.

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Oil Drain

Oil Fill

Cap/Dipstick

CLEANAIRINTAKE/COOLINGAREAS

Toinsurepropercooling,makesurethe

grassscreen,coolingfins, 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 extemal 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 re-

moved will cause engine damage due to
overheating.

AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a

dirtyair 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 itin liquiddetergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry ina 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 car-
tridge.

proper position around stud. Replace if

necessary.

• Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate,
and nut.

• Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

ENGINE OIL RLTER
Replace the engine oil filter every season

or with every second oil change if the trac-
tor is used more than 100 hours in one

year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arraster (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate 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 occursfirst.

Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged,obstructingfuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filterand plug

fuel linesections.

• Place new fuel filter in positionin fuel

linewitharrow pointingtowards carbu-
retor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are propedy positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilledgaso-

line.

Foam Cartridge

Rubber
Seal

Knob

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

the cartddge.

• Remove nut and cartridge plate.

• R_n_sta-II the pre-cleaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartridge.

• Check rubber seal for damage and

CLEANING

of all foreign matter.

i lean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

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 elec-
trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-
tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine
life.

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_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

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

• Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position.

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

i um ignition key =OFP and remove key.

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
in contact with plug,

come

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 disen-
gage anti-swaybar from bracket.

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

from deck;

• Raise attachment lift to its highest posi-
tion.

AdiusVnent Lift

Nuts Links

Suspension
Arms

Front Mower _
Bracket

• 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 mounted on 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.

Front Suspension
Bracket

ElectricClutch

Chassis
Bracket

Retainer
Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Front
Suspension

Bracket

Retainer

Springs

Mower
Bracket

Retainer
Springs

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjustthe mower while tractor is parked
on level groundor driveway. Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS'). If tires are
over or underinflated, you willnot properly

adjustyour mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

.. Raise mower to its highest position.

Measure height frombottom of deck
cud to ground level at front comers of

mower. Distance "A" on both sides of

mower should be the same.
Ifadjustment is necessary, make adjust-

_ment on one mower only.

To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

side of

linkadjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

linkadjustment nut on that side.

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

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom

_ottom _ -- of Cud

• To raise front ot 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 118" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut UH"
against trunnion on both front links.

NOTE: Each full tum of nut =G" will

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Groun

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

side. If the followingfront-to-back adjust-
ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level
side-to-side.

To obtain the best cuttingresults, the

mower housing]should be adjusted so the

front is approx,mately 1/8" to 1/2' lower

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

Check adjustment on d!_htside of tractor.

Measure d,stance "F" dtrectly 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 linksare
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 linksan equal

number of turns.

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

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

Trunnionf

Front _'
Links_

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 man-

drel pulley.

• Remove belt fromelectdc clutch pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys.

• Remove any dirt or grassclippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck sur-

face.

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

• Be sure spdngis securely hooked to pd-
mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous-

ing.

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MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

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

shown.

• Install new bolt onto electric clutch pul-
ley.

Screws

• Roll belt into upper groove of left hand

mandrel pulley.

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

inside bolt keepers.

• Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

Left Hand

Cover

LeftI.

Mandrel

Mower
Drive Belt

Idler Spdng Electdc
Pulleys Clutch

Primary
IdlerArm

Boltin

Mower
Housing

Belt
Keepers

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parkingbrake.

• Remove mower ddve belt (See =TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in
thissection of this manual).

• Remove mower (See =TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual).

• Remove screws from right hand man-

drel cover and remove cover. Unhook
spring from bolt on mower housing.

• Carefully rollbelt off right hand mandrel

pulley.

• Remove belt from center mandrel pul-

ley, idler pulley, and left hand mandrel
pulley.

• Remove any dirt or grass which may .
have _Lccumulated around mandrels ana

entire upper deck surface.

• Check secondary idler arm and idler to

see that they rotate freely.
idler arm and sway bar bracket.

Install new belt in lower groove of left

hand mandrel pulley, idlerpulley, and
center mandrel pulley as shown.

_Be sure spring is h,.o_hkedin secondary

Roll belt over righthand mandrel pulley.
Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.

Reconnect springto bolt in mower .
housing and reinstall dght hana manare

cover.

• Reinstall mower to tractor (See
=INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"
in the Assembly sectionof this manual)=.

• Reassemble mower drive bolt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

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LeftHand
Mandrel

IdlerArm

Spdng

Mower Blade

Ddve Belt

Anit-Sway Bar Idler

Bracket

Pulley

Center
Mandrel

Right Hand

Cover

Screw

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 intemal 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 authonzed service center/depart-
ment.

• Make sure attachment clutch and igni-

tion switches are in =OFF" position.

• Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until

space between clutch plate and rotor
measures .012" at all three slot loca-

tions cut in the side of brake plate.

Rotor.,_,. ClutchtPlat_e

./I/\

Nylon Locknut(3F Brake Plate

NOTE: After installing a new electdc
clutch, m9 tractor at full throttle and
engage and disengage electric clutch 10
cycles to wear in clutch plate._

TO ADJUST BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

side of the transaxle.

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

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen

jam-nut and tum nut =A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". 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 authorizedser-
vice center/department.

With ParkingBrake"Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

3peraSng

Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractoron level surface. Engage

parkingbrake. For ease of service there
is a belt installationguide decal on bottom
of leftfootrest.

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

BELT REMOVAL -

• Engage parking brake (creates slack in
belt).

• Remove belt from clutching and fan
idler pulleys.

• Loosen belt keeper above transaxle pul-
ley.

• Remove belt from transaxle pulley.

• Remove belt from engine pulley and

front V-idler pulley.

• Pull belt out of all belt keepers and

remove from tractor.

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BELTINSTALLATION-

• Place V part of belt intogrooves on

engine pulley and front V-idler, making
sure to route belt inside of all belt keep-_

ers,

• Route belt on right side, coming from V-

idler, towards back of tractor, above
midspan belt keeper and to top of

transaxle pulley.

• Route belt on left side, coming from

engine pulley, towards back of tractor
and through loop in midspan bolt keep-

er.

• Place V part of belt into grooves on
transaxle and fan idler pulleys, making
sure to route belt inside of all belt keep-

ers.

• Retighten belt keeper above transaxle
pulley.

• Place belt around clutching idlers as
shown, making sure to route belt inside
of all belt keepers.

• Chock to be sure belt is positioned cor-

roctly and is on proper side o1all belt

keepers.

• Reinstall mower.

IMPORTANT: Check brake adjustment.

Tractor VoBeltDrive Schematic

Viewed from L.H. Side of Tractor

• Belt Transaxle

Engine Clutching Fiat Idler_
Pulley

V-Idler

Belt Keepers

I _ J Belt Fan

_ V-Idler

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER
The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not
be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever

will not hold its position while at a selected
speed, it may be adjusted at the friction

pack located on the right side of chassis.

• Park tractor on level surface. Stop trac-
tor by tuming ignition key to "OFF'posi-
tion and engage parking brake.

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

Tighten Iocknut 1/4 turn.

While holding Iocknut, loosen jam nut
While holding Iocknut, tighten jam nut

securely.

Clutching Idler Keeper

Above Belt

KeeperEnine Idler

As Viewed from Bottom

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to
move the motion control lever becomes

too excessive, reverse the above adjust-

ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4

turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and
repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal

for service or replacement, it should be

purged after reinstallationand before oper-
ating the tractor. See =PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of this
manual.

Jam Nut

_ Locknut

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT
If steeringwheel crossbars are not hod-

zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi-
tioned straight forward, remove steenn_l

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

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

essary. If parts in the front axle or steedng

mechanism have been replaced or dam-

aged, 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".

TO ADJUST TOE-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 =13".

• Tighten jam nuts securely.

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/dopart-

ment.

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Sleeves

Jam Nuts

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
nngsecurely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.
REAR WHEEL -

Blockrear axle securely.
Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow

wheel removal.

• Repair tire and reassemble. Replace
and t=ghtenhub boltssecurely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tirosdue to slow leaks, bre sealant

may be purchased from your local parts
dealer.Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rotand corrosion.

Washers

Rs n,ng

Ring

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY
_,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from batter-
ies. Always wear eye protectionwhen

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the
_ngine, itshould be recharged. (See

'BATrERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

:ionofthis manual).
f "jumper cables" are used for emergency

;tatting;,follow this procedure:
MPORTANT: Your tractor Is equipped

_ith a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-
tery,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 ofthe 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"(+) =Negative" (-)

L.H. Panel I-_611

Bolt _

REPLACING BATFERY
ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowinga wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the
same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positiveterminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.

• Lifthood 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 positionas old battery.

• Reinstallterminal guard.

• Firstconnect RED battery cable to peal-

five (+) battery terminal with hex bolt,
keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK groundingcable to

negative (-) battery terminalwith

remaining hex bolt, keps nut. Tighten

securely.
Close terminal access doors.

Close hoo.d.

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Terminal ..... _ _- _ .. ' '°^ ASSEMBLY

A=e ....

Bolt

• Raise hood.

Door..___."-"" - • Unsnap headlightwire connector.

KepsNut_ u..., TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

_Positive Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at:.--"

sides, tilttoward engine and liftoff of

.- _ (Red) Cable tractor.

Terrain=_'_-/-_...= _""_ Negative(Black) • To replace, reverse above procedure.

Guard/ _'f_L-.J// Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the gdll.

• Replace bulb inholder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the
backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre-
vent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia-

gram 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 boltclockwise to

ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers
expense, may be performed by any non-
road engine repair establishment or indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-
formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

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

essary. Check adjustment as described
below before looseningcable. If adjust-
ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

Headlight

extend spring and reduce lifteffort for
heavier attachments.

•Tum adjustment boltcounterclockwise
for lighter attachments.

• Retighten jam nut against spdng bush-

ing.

control lever to fast position.

With engine not running, move throttle
Check that speed control lever is

against stop screw. If it is not, loosen
casing clamp screw and pullthrottle

cable untillever is against screw.
Tighten clamp screw securely.

IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maximum
spdng tension when using lightattach-
ments such as a mower. Adjust liftlever

springto aid in liftingattachment. Do not
overpower spring. When removing attach-

Idle FuelAdjusting

Idle Speed

IScrew

Throttle.

ment, always adjust spring]ension to its
lowest position.

Cable

AdjU__Bushing

_Attachment
_Lift Spdng

!(//" - / JamNut

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Stop

Screw

Choke

,Control

Cable

Clamp Screw

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

factory and adjustment should not be nec-
essary, check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-
ment 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 Customer Re-

sponsibilitiessection of this manual).

• Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosencasing clamp screw and move
choke cable until choke is completely

closed.Tighten casing clamp screw se-
curely.

• Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed for
Choke

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been present at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. However, minor adjustment may
be requiredto 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 mix-
ture. Turning the adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.
IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if
screw isturned intoo tight.

PRELIMINARY SE'I-FfNG -

• 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 (counterclock-
wise) 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.

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

• Idle sDeed settina - With throttle control

lever in slow position, engine should

idle at 1200 RPM. If engine idles too
slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is
attained.

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

• Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces-
sary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

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

tum idle fuel adjusting needle out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 tum. Repeat test

and continue to adjust, ifnecessary,

untilengine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop isfactory adjusted. Do
not adjust-damage may result.
IMPORTANT: Never tamperwith the

engine govemor, which isfactory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed set-

tingcan be dangerous. If you thinkthe
engine-govemed highspeed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest authorized
service center/department, which has
proper equipment and experience to make
any necessary adjustments.

3O

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

age at the end of the season or ifthe trac-
tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

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

spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor-
ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-
oughly. Remove all did, grease, leaves,
etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this man-
ual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in the

Service and Adjustments section of this
manual).

• Lubricate as shown inthe Maintenance
section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur-
faces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fullycharge the battery for storage.

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

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage dudng long pedods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BA'I-I'ERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this_nanual).

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnect-

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

• If battery is removed from tractor for

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

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose, or tank dudng storage.

Also, experience indicatesthat alcohol

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

which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidicgas can dam-
age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run untilthe
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 stabilizeris an acceptable

altemative in minimizingthe formation of
fuel gum depositsdudng storage. Add sta-

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank orstorage
container.Always followthe mix ratio
found onstabilizer container. Run engine
at least 10 minutesafter adding stabilizer

to allowthe stabilizer to reach the carbure-
tor. Do notdrain the gas tank and carbure-

tor if usingfuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See =ENGINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug

hole(s) into cylinder(s).

•Tum 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 itstartsto

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

• Ifpossible, store your tractor indoors
and cover it to give protectionfrom dust

and dirL

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protec-
tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to
form and cause your tractor to rust.

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

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TROUBLI=SHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Will not start • Out of fuel.

• Engine not =CHOKED" prop-

erly.

• Engine flooded.

• Bad spark plug.

• Dirty air filter.

• Dirtyfuel filter.

• Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring. •

• Carburetor out of adjustment. ,

• Engine valves out of adjust-
ment.

i

Hard to start

• Dirtyair filter. •

• Bad spark plug. •

• Weak or dead battery. _•

• Dirtyfuel filter.

• Stale or dirtyfuel.

• Loose or damaged wldng. •

• Carburetor out of adjustment. •

• Engine valves out of adjust-
ment.

CORRECTION

• RII fuel tank.

• See =TOSTART ENGINE" in

Operation section.

• Wait ssvemlminutes before

attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel tilter.

• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refilltankwithfresh
gasolineand mplaca fuel filter.

Check all wiring.
See =ToAdjustCarburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorizedservice

center.

Clean/raplace airfilter.
Replace sparkplug.

Recharge or replace battery.
Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refillwith
fresh gasoline.
Check all widng.

See =ToAdjustCarburetor" in
Service and Adjustments

section.
Contact an authorized service

center,

Enginewill not rum

over

Engine clicks but will
:lot start

• Clutchrbrake pedal not

Depress clutch/orake pedal.

depressed.

• Attachment dutch is engaged. • Disengage attachmentclutch.

• Weak or dead battery. * Recharge or replace battery.

• Blownfuse. • Replace fuse.

• Corroded battery ten.rials • Clean battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wldng. • Check all widng.

• Faulty ignitionswitch. • Check/replace ignitionswitch.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

Chack/raplace solenoid or
starter

• Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

• Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged widng.

• Faulty solenoid or starter. •

Contact an authorized service
center.

Recharge or replace battery.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace solenoidor
starter.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CORRECTION

Lossofpower •

CAUSE

• Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

• Thm_e in "CHOKE" position.

• Build-upof grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

• Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirtyoil.

• Faulty spark plug.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirtyfuel.

• Water in fuel.

• Spark plugwire loose.

Dirty engine air screen/fins. •
Dirty/cloggedmuffler.
Loose or damaged widng. •
Carburetor out of adjustment. •

Engine valves out of adjust- ;•
ment.

Set in =Higher Cut" posi-

tiordreducespeed.

Adjustthmtfie control.
Clean undersideof mower hous-

ing.
Clean/replace airfilter.

Check ell level/change oil.
Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and refillwith

fresh gasoline.

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

Connect and tighten spark plug

wire.

Clean engineair screen/fins.
Claanireplace muffler.
Check all widng.
See "To Adjust Carburetor"in

Service and Adjustments
section.

Contact an authodznd service
center.

Excessive vibration

iEngine continues to

runwhen operator
leaves seat with at

tachment clutch
engaged

Poor cut - Uneven

Mower blades willnot
rotate

Wom, bent or loose blade. •

Bent blade mandrel. •
Loose/damaged part(s). •

Faulty operator-safety pres- •
ence control system.

Wom, bent or loose blade.

Mover deck not level.
Buildupof grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.
Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildupof
grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

Obstruction in clutchmecha-
nism.

Wom/damaged mower ddve

belt.

Replace blade. Tighten blade

polL

Replace blade mandrel.
Tighten loose part(s). Replace

damaged parts.

Check wiring, switchesand con-
nections. If not

corrected, contactan authorized
service center/

department.

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower hous-

ing.

• Replace blademandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Mower bladeswill not
rotate (cont'd)

Poorgrass discharge

CAUSE

• 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 ddve belt worn.

• Blades impropedy installed.

• Improper blades used.

=• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

CORRECTION

• Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in =FAST"
position.

• Shift to slowerspeed.

• Allowgrass to dry before mow-

ing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check Ures for proper air pres-

sure.

• Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten
blade bolt.

• Clean underside of mower
housing.

• Replace mower ddve bell

• Reinstall bladessharp edge
down.

• Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

• Clean around mandrels toopen
vent holes.

Heso_Ight(s)notwork

ing(if so equipped)

Bs_erywill not charge

Loss ofdrive

Engine =backfires"

when tuming engine

"OFF"

• Switch is "OFF'.

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged widng.

• Blownfuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

• Faulty alternator.

• Freewheel control in "disen-

gaged" position.

• Motion ddve belt wom, dam-

aged-or broken.

• Air trapped in transmission

dudng shipment
or servicing.

• Engine throttle control not set
at "SLOW" positionfor 30 sec-

onds before stopping engine.

•Tum switch"ON'.

• Replace bulb(s).

• Checldreplace light switch.

• Checkwiring and connections.

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• RePlace aifemator.

• Place freewheel control in
=engaged" position.

• Replace motion ddve belt.

• Purge transmission.

• Move throttle control to =SLOW"

positionand allow to idle for 30
secondsbefore stopping
engine.

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ELECTRICAL

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KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery

2 74760412 Bait Hex Head 114-20x 3/4
8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt114-20x 7.5 Zinc
11 150109 Hold downBatteryDash Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon1/4"
16 153664 SwitchIntedockPush-In

19 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4

20 73350400 Nut,Jam Hex 114-20
21 161785 Hamess Socket LightW/4152J

22 4152J BulbLight
24 4014,.I Cable, Battery

25 146686 Cable, Battery
26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 NutKeps He)( 1/4-20 Unc
28 157899 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Plunger
30 163S68 Switch,Ign

33 140403 Key, Ignition
40 164069 Hameas Ign.

41 17720408 Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2
42 131563 Cover,Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid
45 122822X Ammeter

50 154963 Sw_tch,PTO
52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop

81 109748X Relay Asm.
83 163996 BulbholderAsm IncandescentSV

NOTE: All componentd_menslonsgiven inU.S. inches

1inch=25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

37

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 150253 Rail, Frame RH 50 152728
2 140506 Dmwbar, Gt 52 STD541431

4 73800700 Nut, LockHex 7/16Unc 56 154914
5 163976 DashYTGT2Cyl 58 137113

6 157882 Dash, Lower VgtOne Piece 60 17490620
7 17720408 Screw, ThdCut 1/4-20xl/2 63 19131614

8 145166 Support, Buttery 68 17490508

14 161023X558 HoodAsm.,PntY'l"GT 70 137159
15 160568 LensAsrn HeadlightBur 84 142992

16 121794X Cover, Access 86 74760716
17 17490612 Screw,Thdrol 3/6-16 x 3/4 90 STD551237

18 160564X558 Gdlle 91 156586
19 19131312 Washer 13/32x 13/16x 12 Ga. 95 105531X

20 STD523710 Bolt,Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 98 140503
21 73680600 NutCrownlock 3/8-16Unc 99 140871
23 17490616 ScmwThdro| 3/8-16xl"ry-'Tt 100 124236X
24 145243X558 Footrest,RH 101 17490628

28 145244X558 Footrest,LH 102 STD624003
30 145052 Saddle, Hydro 103 142273

31 161419 Brace, Supt 1-pc VGT Steedn9 106 138776
32 161327 Bracket, PivotChassis Lh 120 19131616
33 161326 Bmcket, Pivot ChassisRh 122 161464

34 142131 Bracket, EngineSupport Rear 130 164863
35 19111116 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga. 138 163975X428

36 STD522507 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 139 161330
37 163982X558 Fender Pnt 140 163806
39 136961 Bracket,AxleFront 141 163805

40 156111 Bracket, SupportAxle/Engine 142 161897
42 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/6-16xl 144 161900
43 136939 Bracket,Spnsn Front Lh 147 162967

44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn FrontRh 148 164655
45 154913 BracketAsm., SuspChassis Rh 150 161237

47 1749G608 ScrewThdroL 3/8-16 x 1/2 NOTE:

All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches
1inch= 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Bracket,Chassis Front
Nut,Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

BracketAsm., SuspChassis Lh
BracketAsm., Fender

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

ScrewThdrol. 5/16-18x 1/2

Guide,Bolt Mid Span
Stop,Over Center Mower

BeltFin Hex7/16-14 UNC x 1
Washer,LockExt. Tooth 3/8

Rail,Frame I_h
PushNut, Nylon

BracketSkid Chassis
Rod ByPass

Cap By Pass Rod
Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 1-3/4

Retainer,Spring
Lock,By Pass

BoR5/16-18Tr
Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Ga,

ScrewHex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8
Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo#13-16 x 3/4

CupHolder
BoltShoulder5/16-18 1-1"

Magnet Y'rGT
StOkerPlateYTGT

BracketDash Rh
BracketDash Lh

Fastener NutPal
ExtrusionBumpers

DuctHeat Hood

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GROUND DRIVE

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

2 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 72 STD541431
3 7563R Washer,Thrust,Axle 73 744,90.548

5 STD541437 Nut,Crowniock 3/6-16 74 142432

6 STD561210 Pin,Cotter 76 140481
7 140507 Wheel, HubAssembly 77 74760716

9 140080 Bolt,Hub 79 72110505

15 STD551037 Wahser 13i32x13/16x16Ga. 80 140484
17 140921 Spdng 81 17490612

20 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Topiock1/2-20 82 150586
22 156103 AnnAsmSh_ 83 140479
23 130564 Knob 84 140490
28 STD541237 Nut 85 17541020

29 140494 Brake, Rod 86 140462

30 19131616 Washer 13/32xl x 16 Ga. 87 140491
33 12000053 RingE 88 161592

34 124236X Cap, Plunger 89 73680700
35 137648 Red, ParkingBrake 90 140489

36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground 91 17490644
37 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 92 74760520
38 150035 Nyliner 93 140502

39 74321016 Screw,Fin. #10-24 x 1 94 133835
40 5304J Actuator,InterlockSwitch 96 141103
41 73661000 L_--'knut#10-24 98 141004

42 8883R Cover, Pedal 99 17490624
46 145170 Retainer,Spdng 100 126881X
47 138228 ClutchRed 101 156106

48 72110612 Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 104 140480

Gr.5 105 17580408
50 131494 Pulley, Idler,Flat 106 142918
51 STD541437 Nut, Crowniock 3/8-16 UNC 107 154739
52 139123 Pulley, Idler,Grooved 108 142917

53 207J Washer, Hardened
54 161590 Clutch,ArmAssembly 109 140929

55 106706X Beadng, Idler 111 156240
56 140218 V-Bolt 112 156104

58 74760724 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/2 113 73220700

61 140488 Pulley,Transaxle 115 123405X
64 154752 Shaft, Clutch/BrakePedal 116 73900500

65 67609 Bolt,Shoulder 117 73900600
66 140296 Washer,Hardened -- 163198
67 19181312 Washer, Flat
68 STD571812 Pin, Floll
69 123800X Washer

70 164892X428 ConsoleAutomaticYT/GT
71 151179 Plate Console Shift

NO'rE:AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S.inches

1 inch=25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Nut,Cmwniock5/16-18

BoltHex Flghd5/16-18 x 3 Gr5
ScrewFlexWsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2

BracketTransaxle
BoltFin Hex 7/16-14 x 1

BoltCarriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
BracketTorqueRH
Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x3/4

BracketMountTorque/Fan
StrapTorqueMid
Spacer
Screw#10-24 x 1-1/4

Fan 7"Hydro

Adapter Fan

PulleyIdler

Nut Crowniock7/16-14 Unc
Keeper Belt

Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x2-3/4
BoltFinHex 5/16-18 x 1.25
LinkShiftAsm

FastenerChristmasTree
Washer Nicke_Plated
Bracket Shift

Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 1-1/2
WasherCompression
WasherBellvilla
BracketIdler

Screw Tap 1/4-20 x 1/2

O-RingAsm HydroGear 70110
Une Fuel Hydro15"VGT

Cap AsmVentHydroGear
7O1O9

SpringReturn Brake
SpacerShift LeverVGTH

Washer NylonHighTemp
NubHexASF 7/16-14 UNC

KeeperBeltT/A Gnd Dr
NutLockHex Flange 5/16-18
Nut,Lock Fig.3/8-16

Transaxle

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428
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 163887
21 159945

22 155105
23 152927

25 74780616
26 159946X428

27 3366R

28 17490612

29 104239)(

30 12000034

31 138136

32 19111610

33 STD551131

34 74760512

35 138059

36 137156

37 7336O600

38 109850X

39 73700600

40 109851X

41 155246

42 17490508

44 160135-

45 19132411

Wheel, Steering
AxleAsm.,Front

Fitting,Grease
SpindleAsrn,LH
SpindleAsm.,RH

Baadng, RaceThrust Harden
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

Ring,KIIp#35304-75
Cap, Spindle
Bolt,Fin Hex 5/8-11x 2-3/4

SpacerBeadngAxleFront

Nut, Lock Range 5/8-11 Uric
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4x 16 Ga.

Washer, Lock I-IvyHlcl Spr 3/8

Nut,Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

ShaftAsm., Steering

RodAsm., "fieBall JBall Vgt (Inc.Key No. 36-40)

Draglink,BallJoint SolidVgt

SupportAsm.,SteeringVgt

Boot,Steering
Adapter,Wheel Steering

Bushing,Strg.BIk

Screw

Bolt,FinFlex 3/8-16 x I Gr.5

Cap, Wheel Steering

Bearing,Col.Strg.

Screw,Thrdro) 3/8-16 x3/4

Bearing,Flange

Ring,KlipTruarc#5304-75

Bashing, NyfinerSnap

Washer 11/32 x I x 10 Ga.

Washer,Lock Hvy HlclSpr 5/16

Boll He:<Hd 5/16-18x3/4
Gear,Sector Steedng

T_eRod

Jam Nut RHThread

JointAsrn.Ball RHThread

Jam NUt LH Thread

JointAsm.Ball LH"rnread

BracketSwitchInterlockVGT 97
ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2"Pit

Extension,Steering
WA__her13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11Ga.

NOTE: All compoflentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 Inch= 25A mm

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ENGINE

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ......

2 161062
5 13200300

7 151396
8 121361X

9 150828
10 105432X
11 140923

12 143996
15 151346

16 109227X
17 106082X
18 161493

19 13290300
20 164067
21 164863

22 164415
24 STD551237

25 7392[_o00
26 3645J
27 139277

28 7834R
29 132920
33 STD541437
35 10010500

37 123487X
38 74780624

39 17490636
40 17490664
41 126197X
42 STD551143

43 159280
45 128861

47 142040
48 19132007

51 161230 -
54 19131414
55 13280336

64 17490612
65 19131614

69 24-041-02
74 162295

80 M730_0800

Engine(See Breakdown)
KohlerModel No. CV20S-65551

MufflerSide 1-1/8"
Bbow STD 90 Degree3/8- 18NPT

MulflarAsmGuard
PulleyV-Idier

KeeperAsm. BeltEngine
Bushing

ClutchElectdc
PulleyEngineVGT ElectClutch

Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 Yt/Gt96

Pad Spacer
PadSpacer

Cap AsmFuelW/Gauge

PlugOil Drain(OrderFrom EngineManufacturer)

Contml'l_rottle
ScrewHwhd HFLo#13-16 x3/4
ControlChoke

Washer ExtToo_ 3/8
Nut Keps3/8 - 24 UNF

Busrdng
StemTank Fuel
FuelLine

SparkArmsterKit
NutLockHex w/Ins.3/8 - 16

Washer Split
Clamp Hose
BoJtFinHex 3/8 - 16 x 1-1/2

ScrewTT 3/8-16 x2-1/4 UNC
Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 UNC
Washer 1-1/200 X 15/32 IDX .250
WasherLock7/16

BottHex 7/16- 20 X 4 - 1/4 Ga 5
Nut Flange 1/4-20Starter Nut

SpacerEng_a

Washer 13/32 x1-1/4 x7 Ga.

ManifoldPipeVGT CV 1-1/8"

Washer Flat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

NipplePipe 4-1/2

ScrewThdrol3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty-T]"
Washer 13/82 x lx 14 Ga.

GasketKohlerCV18-CV26
Elbew StreetBrass

Nut Range M8-1.25 NorH_k Zink

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1inch= 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART

KEY PART NO. NO.
NO. NO_ DESCRIPTION 14 720_:_412

1 140124 Seat 15 121249X
2 140551 i_4cket, pivot seat 16 123740X

3 140675 St_p, Fender 17 123976X

4 127018X Bo_Shoulder 5/16-18x.62 18 19171912
5 145006 Clip, Push In, t_ged

6 STD541437 Nut, Cmwnk_ 3/.8-16Unc 19 120068X
7 124181X Spdng,Seat P_,pmn 20 124238X

8 150176 Boti 3/16-18 Uricx 3/4 w/Seres 21 153236

10 155925 Pan, Sest 22 ST0541431

12 121246X Bracket, MountingSwitch
13 121248X Bushing,Snap

NOTE:/_ componantdimensionsgivenInU-S"inches

1inch= 25.4mm

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DESCRIPTION

Bolt,Carriage 114-20X 1-1/2

spacer,S_
Sp_ng,Cprm

Nut,Lock 114LgeRg Gr. 5
Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Ga.
Knob,Seat lj2-13 Unc

Cap, SpringSest
Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18

Nut,CrOW_OCk5/16-18 Uric

DECALS

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KEY
NO.

10

12

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2

3
4

5
6

7

8
9

PART
NO.

164094

149516

163916
163917

140837
133644

164757

164884

1632O4
156439

4900J

146790

18 17

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13

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DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash

Decal, Battery DNGR/PSN
ENG Asm

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

Decal, Brake PartdngSaddle
Decal, Maintenance
Decal, En9 Lrg SrsKoh Pro 20

Tw

Decal,Blower Hsng Kohl
Decal, Fender,Craftsman

Decal,Fender Danger
Decal,Clutch/Brake
Decal,V-Ball DriveSchematic

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KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

13

167176 Decal Replacement

14

160397 Decal, V-Belt SchemaUc

17

163265 Decal, DashPanel

18

164065 Decal Insert Strg

19

138047 Decal, Battery

22

142342 Decal, Dmw'cerCNTRL

23

106202X Reflector,Taillight

25

163223 Decal, Fend AutoTrans

°.

138311 Decal, Handle LftHeightAdjust

.°

157199 Pad, Footrest

..

167168 Manual, Owner's(Eng)

°.

167170 Manual, Owners (Span)

10

12

(LiftHandle)

WHEELS & TIRES

3

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

1

59192 Cap, Valve,Tire

2

65139 Stem, Valve

3

4

7

1G

8 9

106228X427 RimAssembly,Front

11

1062T/X427 Rim Assembly,Rear

4

8134H Tube, Front (ServiceItemOnly)

10

7154J T,J_e,Rear (Sewlce Item Only)

5

106230X Tire, Front
105588X Tire, Rear

6

278H F_ing, Grease (FrontWheel

Only)

12 6856M Rtting,Grease

7 9040H Beadng,Range (FrontWheel

8 104757)( Cap,Axle(FrontWheel Only)

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

NOTE: AJIcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1inch= 25;4 mm

47

LIFT ASSEMBLY

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121006X RodAsm., Lever

2 159187 ShaftAsm., LiftVgt
3 159189 LeverAsm, LiftRh

4 12000022 E-RingTruam#5133-87
5 19292016 Washer 29i32xl-1/4x16Ga.
6 74780624 Bolt,FinHex 3/8-16x1-1/2

7 125631X Grip,HandleFluted
8 122365X Button,Plunger

9 122364X Plunger,Button

10 2876H Spring 2-1/8"
11 146704 Unk Lift

12 1635.52 Retainer,Spring
13 139868 Arm, SuspensionVgt

14 140_ Bearing

15 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16Unc
16 674A247 SpdngAsm.,AseistUft

17 STD541237 Nut, HexJem 3/8-16 Unc
18 143363 Bracket,SpringAssist
19 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16x16Ga.

20 5328J Belt,AdjustSpdngAssist
21 STD523710 Belt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x I
22 127218 Link,Front

23 STD624008 Retainer,Spring

24 73350800 Nut, JamHex 1/2-13Unc

25 130171 TruP_on
26 73680800 NutCrownlock1/2-13 Unc

29 150233 Trunnion,InfinHeight

30 110807X Nut, Special
31 STD551037 Washer 13/32xS/8x16Ga.

32 137150 Spdng,CompressionInf
33 STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3/32xl/2
34 137167 Rod, AdjLift
35 138057 Knob, lnf 3/8-16Unc

38 155097 Pointer,HeightInd'_cator
39 123935X Plug, Hole

4Q 17490512 Screw HexWsh 5/16-18 x3/4
41 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

42 19112419 Washer 11/22x1-1!2x10Ga.
43 123934X Scale, Indicator Height

70 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

72 .110452X Nut PushPhos &Oil

NOTE: Allcomponentd]mensionegivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156990
2 STD541431
3 72110506

4 7631J

5 138457
6 STD624008
7 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 137380

12 129895
13 137553

14 137152
15 110485X
16 140329

17 106735X

18 19111016
19 105304X
20 123713X

21 137607
22 110452X
23 110509X

24 136320

25 19111216

27 s'rD551037
28 132823

30 157722

31 137266
32 153535

33 129963
34 72140610
35 72110616

36 72110608
37 137166
38 156085

39 131494
40 136572

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

Mower DeckWeldment50 42 STD533107
Nut,Crowrdock5/16-18

BolLCa_'rlege 5/16-18x3/4 43 136460
Runner,Mower LH 44 122052X

BracketAsm., Sway Bar 45 STD541437
Retainer,Spring 46 7476G628
Arm Suspension,Rear
Bolt 9/8-24x1.25Gr.8 47 137200
Patched 48 137729
Washer, LockHvy 3/8 Unplated 49 136574

Washer, Ha_dB_adeMower 50 137272
Vented 51 137273
Blade (3 Required) 52 139245

Bearing,Ball #6204 (Mandrel) 53 137789

ShaftAsm., W/Lower Brg 54 139573

(IndudesKeyNo. 12) 55 144959
Housing,Mandrel50" Vent 56 138687

Beating,BallMandrel 57 136577
Stripper,Mower Vented 58 133957

Rod, H(r_je 59 137644
Washer 11/32x3/8x16Ga. 60 139031

Cap, Sleeve 61 136573

Spring,TorsionDeflector 62 133943
Bracket,Deflector 63 72110612
Nut,Push 64 19121414

Shield, DeflectorMower 65 151831

Runner, RH 66 156009
Washer 11/32x3/4x16Ga. 67 73930600

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

Spacer,Spring Stop Idler 99 72110614
ScrewThdrdl RollingWasher

Head 102 153390
Nut,Fig Tap Lock Cntr 9/16 - - 143651

Pulley,Mandrel
Washer, Spacer Mc_er Vented
Bolt,Carrlege 3/8-16x1-114 -- 158330

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x2
Bolt,Cawlege 3/8-16 x 1 Gr.5
Stiffener,Arm Idler

Keeper, Bait Idler

Pulley,IdlerRat
Pulley,Ddven

NO. NO.

NOTE: All componentdlme_sions given in U.S.

inches I inch= 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 Uric x
3/4

Ann, IdlerSecondary

Spacer,Ret_ner

Nut,Crowntock 3/8-16 Unc
Bolt,FinHex 3/8-16 Uric x I-

3/4
Cover,Mandrel RH

Screw,Thd Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8
Cover,Mandrel LH
Arm, Idler Primary

Spdng, Secondary
Putley,Idler V Groove
Shield, Idler

V-Bait' Mower Pdreary
V-Bait, MowerSecondary

Spring,Pdmary
Bar Asm., WhoelGauge

Wheel, Gauge
Bolt,Shoulder

Pin,Clevis

Bracket,Wheel Gauge
Washer Hardened

Bolt Carriage 9/8-16 x 1-1/2
Washer 9/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga

PulleyIdler Rat Mower
Keeper, BeltIdler 44/50"
Nut,Centedock 3/8-16

Boll Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4Gr.
5

Washer, Felt

Mandr_AssemUy(_r_udes

Key Noe. 6-10, 12-15, 31 and

33)

DenkAseamUy-Scrvice(Std.

Dock- OrderSaparatelyAll

Nose Rollerand Gauge Wheal

Components)

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TRANSAXLE MODEL NO. 222-3010L

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

1 164591 Assembly,Housing,LH 72 153767 Locknut,Hex 5/16-18

2 164592 Assembly,Housing,RH
7 153765 OilSeal .984 x1.5 x .25 73 142904 Bolt,Hex 5/16-18x1-1/2

16 142876 Brake SbeftAssembly 76 142907 Shoulder Bolt
20 142877 Axle MountingHornAssembly

21 142878 Washer 1.Ox1.63x.08 77 142908 FreewheelActuatingArm
22 142879 Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x .09 78 142909 OilSeal .625 x1.0 x .25

33 142929 Brake YokeAssembly 79 153768 Grease (10 oz.Tube)
35 142880 BrakeArm 81 142910 Bolt,Hex 5/16-18xl-3/4
36 142882 Puck Plate 82 142911 Bolt 5/16-18 x 4-1/2

37 142883 Brake Puck 89 142912 Filter,Spin On
38 142884 Washer 7/80.D. x 7/16 x .060 91 153769 Pump, BDU-10L-122

39 142885 Nut, Castle 5/16-24 95 142914 Plug,StraightThread
40 142886 Cotter Pin 86 153770 60" 7118SAE x 5/16 Fitting

41 142887 BrakeActuatingPin 103 142916 Washer
42 142888 HI Pro Key

43 142889 Spacer 106 142918 FittingO-RingAssembly
45 142880 Brake Disc 108 142919 ControlArm

46 142891 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 109 142920 Set Screw

47 142892 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1 110 142921 FilterHead

49 153766 DifferentlalAssembly 111 150820 Hose 1/2"
63 142894 Dowel Pin 112 150823 Fitting,1/2" Beaded90° 7/8

64 150818 ReductionGear, 113 150821 Fitting,1/2" Beaded 60" 9/16

14 Teethto 38 Teeth 117 150822 Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90° 9/16

65 142897 Final DrivePinionAssembly 123 150824 O Ring
67 142898 Jackshaft

68 142899 O-Ring 124 150825 PinchClamp
69 142900 Washer 5/8 X 1-5/32

70 142901 Washer 7/8 X 1-1/2
71 142902 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x3.5 NOTE: AJlcomponontdlmensionsgiveninU.S. inches

74 142905 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18xl

104 142917 VentCap Assembly

SAE

129 153771 Spdng,Long

1inch= 25.4 mm

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TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122

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TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144569 Shaft, Pump
2 122716X Ring,Retaking
3 122745X Beadng,Ball

4 122715X Spacer
5 122700X Seal, Lip
6 122699X Ring, Retaining

8 122767X Beadng,Cradle

12 122717X Seal, Lip
13 122748X Am), Trunnion

14 122749X Guide,Slot

15 144571 HousingKit, Transrrdssion
17 122770X Beadng,Thrust, Ball
19 153801 Center SeclJonKit

21 122722X Seal, Lip

22 144573 Shaft, Motor
23 142978 Washer,BlockThrust

25 127148X Swashplete,Variable
32 1429_8 BlockAssembly

37 122786X Pin, Stainless,Headless
38 122718X Gasket, Center Section

42 144578 Check ValveKit

43 144578 Check Valve I_t
44 144579 Charge Relief Kit
47 122752X Screw, SocketHead, Cap

53 127153X BypassValve IQ
60 142977 BlockSpring
62 144581 O-Ring

63 144582 Charge Pump Kit
64 144583 GerotorAssembly

67 144584 Screw, Socket Head, Cap

-- 153769 PumpAssembly, Complete

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CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER

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HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-O33-O3

2 24-041-23
3 24-096-15

4 M-0645020

5 X-75-23
6 12-351-02

7 24-755-66
8 24-411-05
9 24-041-08

10 24-318-12

11 25-186-01
12 24-599-01
13 M-0640034

14 12-086-16

15 24-755-74

16 24-153-16
17 24-086-32
18 24-445-01

"19 24-016-01

24-016-02

20 24-017-01

24-017-(_
21 24-032-_5
22 235011

23 24-O89-02
24 12-173-01

25 12-755-03
26 24-318-11

27 24-755-76

28 25-313-02
29 24-755-57

30 M-0545016

31 24-445-02
32 24-126-44
33 24-112-12

34 24-294-06
35 24-326-13

36 24-326-14
37 X-426-9

Kit,breathercover w/gasket 1 24-032-01
(Inoiudes2,3) 2
Gasket, breather

Cover, breather 3 24-294-13

Screw,hex. flange M6xl.0x20 4 12-380-17
(4) 5 24-067-13

Plug,allen hd. 1/8" 24-067-14
Lifter,valve (4) 6 24-874-01
Kit,valve train(Includes8,11,12)

Rod, push(4) 24-874-02
Gasket,cylinderhead (2) 24-874-03
Head assembly,#2 cylinder 7. 24-108-01

Arm, rocker(4) 24-108-_2

Pivot,rockerarm (4) 24-108-03

Screw, hex_flange M6xl.0x34 8 24-018.01
(4) 9 12-422-09

Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5xg0 12-422-13
(8) 12-422-07
Kit, valve cover- plain 12-422-08
(Includes16,17) 12-422-10
O-Ring 12-422-11

Screw,shoulder(4) 12-422-12
Strap,lifting 10 24-010-03

Valve, exhaust (Std.)(2) 11 24-089-21

Valve, exhaust (.25) (2) 12 52-139-09
Valve, intake (Std.) (2) 13 M-0545010

Valve, intake(.25) (2)
Seal, valve stem (2) 14 24-018-04

Retainer,spring(4) 15 24-402-05
Spring,valve (4) 16 12-153-01
Cap, valve spdng(4) 17 24-126-19

Kit,retainer(4) 18 12-123-O4
Head assembly,#1 cylinder 19 M-0545016
Kit,valve cover- breather 20 12-153-(12

(Incl.16,17,28) 21 24-038-04

Grommet, robber
I_, breatherseparator 22 24-755-46

(Includas28,30-33) 23 12-153-03
Screw,hex. flange M5xO.Sx16 24 12-380-04

(2) 25 M-0631005
Strap,breather 26 12-032-01

Bmd_t, breatherseparator 27 X-25-102
Spacer 28 24-144-01

F_ng
Hose,breather
Hose,breather

Ck_mp,hoea(2)

CRANKCASE

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

Seal, _ front
Crankcase

(USE: Min_lock 24 782 05)
F_ng

P_, dow_incaOug(6)

_ng Rod(Std.)(2)

ConnectingROd(.25) (2)
Pistonw/RingSet (Std.) (2)

(Includas7,8)
Pistonw/RingSet (.25) (2)

Pistonw/RingSet (.50) (2)

Ring Set (Std.) (2)
RingSet (.25) (2)

RingSet (.50) (2)
Retainer,pistonpin (4)

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

Shim, camshaft(A.R.)

Shim, camshaft

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

Camshaft(Indudas 11)
Spring,actuating(ACR)
Plug,cup

Screw, he](. flangeM5x0.8xl0

(2)

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

O-Ring, lowerogfilltube
Bracket,oilsilltube

Tube, oil
Screw, hex. flangeM5x0.Sx16

O-Ring, upperoiltifftube

D_ assembly(includes

22,23)
Kit, oil fiticap (Includas23)

O-Ring, dil_

Pin,hitch

Washer, plain8 mm
Seal, governorcrossshaft

Washer, plain1/4"
Shaft, govamorcmas

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IGNITION/ELECTRICAL I

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESI

12/L_ J

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AIR INTAKE J

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IGNmON/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

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

1 54-756-15 Kit, grassscreen 1 54-027-95

(Includes2-4,and 24 11318)

2 M-0403025 Screw, hex. cap M4x0.Tx25 (4) 2 24-100-02
3 X-25-92 Washer, plain5/16" (4) 3 M-0545020

4 24-112-04 Spacer,grass screen (4)
5 25-086-47 Bolt,shoulder(4) 4 M-0545016
6 24-157-03 Fan

7 12-086-14 Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x46 5 M-0551016
8 12-468-03 Washer, plain3/8". 6 M-0645016

9 X-42-15 Key

10 24025-04 Flywheel 7 24-146-02
11 25-403-03 Rectifier-regulator 8 24-146-08

12 X-25-92 Washer, plain 3/16" (2) 9 24-063-20
13 24-086-18 Screw, phillipshd. 11-16x7/8 (2) 10 24-063-14

14 236602 Connector (3 contact) 11 24-063-30
15 54-755-09 Kit, 15 amp stator 12 24-063-23

(Includes24 126 71) 13 M-0545010

16 12-132-06 Spad( Plug (2)
17 M-0548025 Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8:_5 (2) NOT ILLUSTRATED
18 235173 Clip, cable 24-063-36
19 48-154-02 Clip, cable M-0545010

20 X-25-63 Washer, plain 1/4" N/A
21 24-584-01 Module, igni_on(2) 24-086-06

22 M-0545020 Screw, hex.flange M5x0.Sx20

(4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-126-71 Bracket,statorwire
X-22-11 Washer, lock1/4"

24-176-12 Hamsss, wiring

Lead, black (rect.-reg.4" - 18

gauge
25-518-28 insulatedgripbarrel eyelets)
24-113-18 Decal, grass screen

12-454-01 "he, wire

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

PART

NO. NO.

1 24-164-(36

2 M-0651055

3 24-041-01
4 24`041-14

5 24-094-13
6 24-041-13

7 24-109-05
8 24-083-05

9 24-083-03

10 230046

11 24-096-01

12 12-100-01
13 24`096-65

14 54-755-01

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

Housing,blower
(Incl.M-0545010 & 24 063 36
Nut,plastic(2)

Screw,hex. flange M5xO.8x20

(2)

Screw, hex. flange M5xO.Sx16

(5)

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16

(6)

Plate, bacidng- # 2 side
Plate, baddng -# 1 side

Baffle,cytinderbarrel-#2 side

Baffle, valley- #2 side
Baffle, cylinderbarrel-#1 side

Baffle, valley- #1 side
Screw, hex.flangeM5x0.8xl0

(2)

Baffle, blowerhousing
Screw, hex.flange M5x0.8xl0

(2)

Cover,control
Screw,phillipshd. 11-16x3/4"(2)

DESCRIPTION

Manifold,Intake
Screw,hex.flange M6xl.0x55

(4)

Gasket,Intakemanifold(2)
Gasket,aircleaner base

Base, aircleaner
Gasket,fuelspilbackcup

Cup,fuel spitback
Pradeaner, element
Bement, air deaner

Seal, breather
Cover,innerair cleaner

Wing Nut

Cover,aircleaner
Kit,knobwith seal

(Includes15 & 16)
O-Rieg

Knob,cover

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STARTING SYSTEM I

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ENGINE CONTROLS

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STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 M-0839070

2 24-096-O5

3 M-0839080

4 12-468-01
5 25-098-05

6 12-221-01
7 12-227-13
8 12-211-01

9 12-755-54

10 12-227-06

11 12-170-05

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 SM-0642025

2 24-090-14

3 M-0641060
4 24-089-01
5 25-158-08

6 24-079-04
7 25-158-11
8 M-0547050
9 24-089-03

10 24-126-56

11 M-0645016

12 12-237-01
13 M-0545016

14 24-090-07
15 24-468-01

16 24-089-18
17 M-04460_0

18 24-090-13
19 M-0545020

20 24-O89-38
21 24-090-05

22 41-468-03
23 M-0403025

24 24-079-(_

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1

2
3

4

5
6
7

8
9

10

11

12
13
14

15
16
17

18

M-0645025

M-06310(15
24-199-07

24-393-08
24-123-05
24-162-26

24-043-12

12-380-01
52-448-G2

12-144-02
24-153-08

X-75-32
24-136-01

52-05O-O2
52-0,32-08
24-086-17

24.086-16

X-75-10

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

Screw, hex. flange M8xl.25x80

Washer, plain 11/32"(3)

Starter, (Includes6-11)

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
Unkage, throttle

Bushing,throttle linkage
Nut,hex. lockM5xO.8

Spring,throttle
Bracket,control

Screw, hey. flangeM6xl.0x16

(4)

Clamp, cable (2)
Screw, hex.flange M5x0.Sx16

(3)

Lever,throttle actuator
Washer, plain5.5 mm (3)

Spdng,governor
Nut, hex M4xO.7

Lever,throttle control
Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8_<20

sprig,vvom _ter

Lever,choke

Washer, spring 1/4"
Screw, hex. cap M4_0.7x25

Linkage,choke

DESCRIPTION

Screw,he)(.flange M6X1.0x25

(2)

Washer, plain6mm (2)
Pan, oilassembly

(Includes12, &4-10)
Oilpump assembly(Includes5)
Tube, oilpickup
Screen, oil

Kit,govemorgear w_oin
(Includes8)

Pin,governorregulalJng

Tab,ioddng
Shaft, governorgear

O-Ring
Plug,hex. ctsk.3/8"

Nipple,oil filter
Filter,oil

Seal, oil (PTOend)
Screw, hex.flangeM8xl.25x45
Screw,hex.flange M8x1.25x45

(9)

Plug,sq. hd.solid3/8" N.RT.F.

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CRANKSHAFT I

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FUEL SYSTEM I

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CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART
NO. NO.

I 24-O14-72

2 52-139-(_

EXHAUST

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 24-041-02

2 25-072-04

24-522-16
24-782-05
24-755-03

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Crankshaft(Includes2) 1 24-853-25
Plug,cup

2 24-041-15
3

DESCRIPTION 4 24-041-14

5 M-0629095

Gasket, exhaust (2) 6 M-0641060
Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4) 7 47-154-01

8 24-3.53-03

9 X'426-9

10 24-086-12

11 24-393-04

Short Block 12 24-100-01
Miniblock 13 25-353-03

Gasket Set 14 24-0,50-02

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-757-18
24-757-19
24-757-20

24-757-22

DESCRIPTION

I_, carburetorw/gaskets
(Includes2-4)
Gasket, carburetor

Carburetorassembly

(ForinformationorCynot

availableespamtely)

(Includes24 757 18, 24-053-25,
24-757-19, 24-757-20, 24-757-

22)

Gasket,airdesner base
Stud,M6x1.0x95 (2)

Nut,hey,.flange M6xl.0 (2)

Clip, cable

Une, fuel 10-5/8" (2)
Clamp,hose (6)
Screw,hex. cap. M6x1.7x18 (2)

Pump,fuel -pulse
Nut,plastic(2)

Une, fuel 13-1/2"
Fi_er,fuel

I_ overhaulwlgaskets

chokerepairw/gaskets

Kit,gasket

solenoidreplacementw/gas-

kets

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

SIGHTING
GUIDE

NOT ACROSS HILL

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

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

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delivereddirectlytoyourhome

Call71am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)
Para ordenar piezas con entrega a

domicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR .

(1-800-473-7274)
Pare pedir servicio de reparaci6n a

domicilio - 1-800-676-5811

For the location of a Sears Parts and
Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears
Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement
Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday

1-800-827-6655

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parts, always provide the following

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