Craftsman 917.273062 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

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20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

50” MOWER AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.273062

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

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

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

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

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

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

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

Product Specifications.....

Assembly........................................................ 9

Operation....................................................... 13

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance

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Service and Adjustments...............................24

Storage.............................................................32

Troubleshooting

Repair Parts

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

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WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

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

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner’s manual.

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines

the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War

ranty sen/ice is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN

HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

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

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SAFitY RULli

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

throwing objects. Failure to observe the foliowing safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

(.GENERAL OPERATION

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

« Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine,

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

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

• Never carry passengers.

® Do not mow in reverse unless abso

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

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

Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

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

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

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

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

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

truck.

« Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

li. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-ofcontrol 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 obstacies such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommen dations for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability.

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

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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

blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope,

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu

ally downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

® Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

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SAFiTY RULES

ill. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

» Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

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

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

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

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

IV. SERVICE

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

- Use only an approved container.

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

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

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

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

» Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

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

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

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

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

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

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

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

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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SAFETY RULES

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

» Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

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

® Do not turn on slopes unless neces

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu ally downhill, if possible.

A Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

A CAUTION: in order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

A CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

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

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

A WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro

ductive harm.

A WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

A CAUTION: Do not coast down a hilt

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE;

OILTYPE SAE 10W30 (API-SF/SG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY:

SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .030”)

GROUND SPEED(MPH):

TIRE

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI CHARGING

SYSTEM; BATTERY:

BLADE BOLT

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. !t 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 authorized service center/ department. We have competent, weiitrained technicians and the proper tools

to service or repair this tractor.

3.5 GALLONS UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32T)

W/FILTER: 4.5PINTS W/O FILTER: 4.0PINTS CHAMPION

RC12YC FORWARD: 5.8 REVERSE: 2.1 FRONT: 14 PSI

1 SAMPS @ 3600RPM

AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1R 27-35 FT. LBS

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

REPAIR AGREEMENT

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

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

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

A WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any), if a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws.

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

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UNASSEMBt-iD PARTS

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

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

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

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) 1/2" wrench

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

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

position (seated behind the steering wheel).

(1) Pliers

(1) Utility knife

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

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

3. Remove mower and packing materi als.

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

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ASSiMBLY

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large fiat washer from steering shaft. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

Slide the steering sleeve over the

3. steering shaft. Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering

wheel.

Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

Snap steering wheel insert into

7. center of steering wheel. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roil off skid.

{label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY'’ in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions).

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

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

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

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

Lower seat into operating position

5. and sit on seat.

Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal ail the way down. Get off seat without moving its

7. adjusted position.

Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid.

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TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls)

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

2. Reiease parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in freewheei-

ing position to disengage transmis sion (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

A WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow ail instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is

clear of other people and objects.

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

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

3. Place freewheel controi in "transmis sion engaged" position. Sit on seat in operating position,

4. depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.

Place motion control lever in neutral

5. (N) position. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest position. Start the engine. After engine has

7. started, move throttle control to idle position.

Release parking brake.

Slowly move the motion control lever

9. forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

10, Apply brake to stop tractor, set

parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position.

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

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INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

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

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves, install belt into electric clutch pulley groove.

3. install one front link in top hole of the L.H. front mower bracket and L.H. front

suspension bracket. Retain with two single loop retainer springs as shown.

4. Install second front link in R.H. front

suspension bracket only and retain with single loop retainer spring as shown.

5. Slide right side of mower back and

install link in top hole of R.H. front

mower bracket. Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown.

Turn height adjustment knob counter

clockwise until it stops.

Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. Place the suspension arms on inward

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 springs with loops down as shown.

9. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

10. Turn height adjustment knob clock wise to remove slack from mower suspension.

11. Raise deck to highest position.

12. Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using long shoulder bolts, 3/8 wash ers, and 3/8-16 center locknuts.

Tighten securely.

13. Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation

section of this manual.

Front Suspension Brackets

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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

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

• Reduce tire pressure to PS I shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section

of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

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

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

v^CHECKLlST

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

Please review the following checklist;

y^Ail assembly instructions have been

completed.

^No remaining loose parts in carton.

Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

y^Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

./All tires are properly inflated. (For

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

/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

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

/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

/Before driving tractor, be sure free

wheel control is in drive position. While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important items: / Engine oil is at proper level. /Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

/Become familiar with all controls - their

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

/ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

/ It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).

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OPERATION

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

r~ +1

BATTERY

CAUTION OR

WARNING

ISTOP

REVERSE FORWARD

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON

fl l\

FUEL CHOKE

Â* R N H L (©)^

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL

CLUTCH ENGAGED

MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE

HIGH

A 0

LOCKED

FAST

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOW

PARKING BRAKE

SLOW

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Light Switch

Ammeter

Throttle Control

Clutch/Brake Pedal

Attachment Clutch Switch

Lift Lever Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

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

Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust 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 charging {+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of 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 eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

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

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in “EN GAGED” position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in “BRAKE”

position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure. Attachment

Choke .Push-In to ^ clutch Switch Pull Control, “Diseggag^ Out to “Engage”

Throttle Control

Clutch/ /ij Brake Pedal

Height

Adjustment

Parking Brake “Engaged” Position

■Knob .

Ciutch/Brake Pedal “Disengaged” Position “Drive” Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach ment clutch switch to “DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral

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

ENGINE-

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

slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to “backfire”.

• Turn ignition key to “OFF” position and

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

Motion Control Lever

• Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead). NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

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

^ CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

• Full throttle offers the best mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob

out. Slowly push knob in to disen gage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake and clutch/ brake pedal.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

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

• Turn knob clockwise (T^) to raise cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (to ) to lower cutting height.

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The cutting height range is approximately

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

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. * The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

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

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE; Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height.

2. Lower mower with lift control. Re move rear retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel.

3. 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.

4. Replace retainer springs into clevis pins.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Lower mower with attachment lift control.

3. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

AcAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Attachemnt Lift

Switch Puil Out to Lever High

AcAUTION: Do not drive up or down

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

« Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

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

» If stopping is absolutely necessary,

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

« Move motion control lever to slowest

setting.

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

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

• Slowly move motin control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

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TO TRANSPORT

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

placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Free wheel control is located at

the rear drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. Remove retainer spring from free

wheel control rod.

Push control rod in to disengage

3. transmission and reinsert retainer

spring 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 above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

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

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

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

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until

“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART’ in the Mainte nance section of this manual).

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

ADD GASOLINE

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

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

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F{0°C), use fresh,

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

^WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

^CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

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

use gasoline near an open flame.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

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

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

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TO START ENGINE

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

cranking time to move fuel from the tank to

the engine.

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

2. Sit on seat in operating position, depress ciutch^rake pedal and set

parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment dutch to “DISEN

GAGED” position.

5. Move throttle control to fast position

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

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

7. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START” position and

release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50“ F and above)

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

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50“ F and below)

8. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control

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

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows:

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return

to operating position.

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

• The attachments can be used during

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

may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

,AcaUTION: Never engage or disen

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor

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

remove any trapped air inside the trans

mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation

before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this section of manual).

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

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

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

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three {3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be

no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system.

5. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position

(See “TO TRANSPORT” in this section

of manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With

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

8. Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N)

position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times.

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

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

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

undesirable dumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

« When operating attachments, select a

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

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MOWING TIPS

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

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

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

« The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribu tion of clippings and more uniform cutting.

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

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

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MAINTINANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Fl LU N DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Levei

Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Bel1(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Beit(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

1 ' Change more often when operating untier a heavy load or in high ambtenl temperatures.

' 2 ■ Service more often when operating In dirty or dusty conditions.

3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours. 4 “ Replace blades more often when mowing In sandy soil.

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DATES

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5 ■ If ©quipped with adjustable system. 6 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-tree battery. 7 ■ Tighten front axle pivot boit to 35 ft.-Ebs. maximum.

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Do not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

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

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

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

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure,

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

® Tie Rod Ball Joints

' Spindle

Zerk

©Front Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

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Sector Gear

Teeth

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©Spray Silicone Lubriant (Move Boots to

Lubricate) ©General Purpose Grease ©Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that

wii! shorten the life of the seif-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated,

use only a dry, powdered graphite type

20 lubricant sparingly.

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Bearing Zerk

Spindle

Zerk

©Engine

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad

justed. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

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

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To sea! tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

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

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.

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

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

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated. Mandrel Assembly

Trailing Blade Center

Edge Up I Hole Flat Washer

Lock Wash^

Hex Bolt (Grade)*

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine.

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

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

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

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

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

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

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

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

shown.

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How

ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. « Keep battery and terminals clean.

Blade

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« Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

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

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

terminals can cause the battery to “leak”

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

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

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual).

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 dean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis

sion while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high

pressure water or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

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

ENGINE LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

30*^ 32“ 40“

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight

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

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG, or SH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

when changing oil.

2. Remove drain plug.

3. After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

4. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

5. 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.

I I i

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.

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CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept dean 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 externa! surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cieaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

1. Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

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

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

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE * Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge.

6. Remove nut and cartridge plate.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Check rubber seal for damage and proper position around stud. Replace if necessary.

9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and nut.

10. Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening knob.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

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

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

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

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

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

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

Clamp

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

of all foreign matter.

* Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

* Protect painted surfaces with automo

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

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

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

^CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

4. Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key.

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

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

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Place attachment clutch in “DISEN GAGED” position.

Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting. Lower mower to its lowest position.

Remove retainer spring holding antiswaybar to chassis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

Remove retainer springs from

5. suspension arms at deck and disen gage arms from deck.

Raise attachment lift to its highest

position.

Remove two retainer springs from each front link and remove links. Slide mower forward and remove belt

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

9. 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.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

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

UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT ® Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground level at front corners of mower. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same.

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* If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower oniy.

* To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

Sink adjustment nut on that side.

* To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE; Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16". ® Recheck measurements after adjust

ing.

Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Bottom Edge of Mower to Ground

\j —GROUND LINE

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Bottom Edge of

Mower to Ground

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

side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

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

• Before making any necessary adjust

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

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower housing,

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

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

at front than rear, tighten nut “H” against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower housing, loosen

nut “H” from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “G” on both front links an equal number of turns.

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

NOTE: Each full turn of nut “G” will

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Nut “G”

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.

2. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel cover and remove cover.

Roll belt over the top of L.H. mandrel

3. pulley.

Remove belt from electric clutch

pulley.

Remove belt from idler pulleys.

5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

Check primary idler arm and two

7. idlers to see that they rotate freely. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and bolt in mower housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

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

as shown.

10. Install new belt onto electric clutch

pulley.

11 .Roll belt into upper groove of L.H.

mandrel pulley.

12. Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.

13. Reassemble L.H. mandrel cover.

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake.

1. Remove mower drive belt (See “TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT” in

this section of this manual).

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

3. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. Unhook spring from bolt on mower housing.

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

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

6. Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

7. Check secondary idler arm and idler

to see that they rotate freely.

8. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

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

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.

10. Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.

11. Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel cover.

12. Reinstall mower to tractor (See “INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT” in the Assembly section of this manual).

• Reassemble mower drive belt (See “TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT in this section of this manual).

Left Hand

Mower Blade Mandrel

r,. . Center

Mandrel Drive Belt

Secondary

Idler Arm

Anit-Sway

Bar Bracket

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 interna! brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required.

Adjustments should be made by your

nearest authorized service center/

department.

Right Hand Mandrel Cover

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1. Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in “OFF” position.

2. Adjust the three nylon iocknuts until space between clutch plate and rotor

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

NOTE: After installing a new electric

dutch, run 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 highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut “A” on brake

rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", ioosen

jam nut and turn nut “A” until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut “A”.

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

necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces sary. Contact your nearest autho rized service center/department.

With Parking Brake “Engaged”

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decai on bottom of left footrest.

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

BELT REMOVAL-

2. Engage parking brake (creates slack

in belt).

3. Remove belt from clutching and fan

idler pulleys.

4. Loosen belt keeper above transaxte

pulley.

5. Remove belt from transaxle pulley.

6. Remove belt from engine pulley and front V-idier pulley.

7. Pull belt out of ail belt keepers and

remove from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION-

1. Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and front V-idler,

making sure to route belt inside of all

belt keepers.

2. Route belt on right side, coming from V-idler, towards back of tractor, above midspan belt keeper and to top of transaxte pulley.

3. Route belt on left side, coming from engine pulley, towards back of tractor and through loop in midspan belt keeper.

4. Place V part of belt into grooves on transaxle and fan idler pulleys,

making sure to route beit inside of all belt keepers.

5. Retighten beit keeper above transaxle pulley.

Tractor V-Belt Drive Schematic

Viewed From L.H. Side of Tractor

Transaxle Pulley

Belt Keeper

. Clutching idler

Clutching Flat t '

Belt Keepers Belt Twists

As Viewed From Bottom

Belt Keeper

Fan Idler

Engine Pulley

V-ldler

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

7 Check to be sure belt is positioned

correctly and is on proper side of ail belt keepers.

8. Reinstall mower.

IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual.

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.

1. Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to “OFF” position and engage parking brake,

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

3. While holding locknut, loosen jam nut

4. Tighten locknut 1/4 turn.

5. While holding locknut, tighten jam nut securely.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to

move the motion control lever becomes

too excessive, reverse the above

adjustment procedure by loosening locknut 1/4 turn. Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN

• Position front wheels straight ahead.

• Measure distance between wheels at

front and rear of tires (dimensions “A”

and “B”).

• Front dimension “A” should be 1/8" to

1/4" less than rear dimension “B”.

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 “B”.

• 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/ department.

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TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL -

1. Block up axle securely. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal.

Repair tire and reassemble.

3. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axie groove.

Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL-

1. Block rear axie securely. Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow

wheel removal.

Repair tire and reassemble. Replace

3. and tighten hub bolts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

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

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

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER ■

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

2, RED cable last from both batteries.

REPLACING BATTERY

Washers

Retaining

Axle Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

AUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate

ákCÍ

explosive gases. Keep spari<s, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around

batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it

should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the

MAINTENANCE section of this manual).

If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a

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

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

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

battery, taking care not to short against chassis.

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

AUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.

1. Lift hood to raised position.

Remove terminal guard. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

Reinstall terminal guard.

First connect RED battery cable to

positive {+} battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

7. negative {-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

8. Close terminal access doors,

9. Close hood.

Terminal Access Door

Terminal j

Guard

Keps Nut

I-

Negative (Black) Cable

Hex Bolt

Positive (Red)

Cable

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TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.

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

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

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

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT

SPRING

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

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

heavier attachments.

• Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise for lighter attachments.

2. Retighten jam nut against spring

bushing.

IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maximum

spring tension when using light attach

ments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever spring to aid in lifting attachment. Do not overpower spring. When removing attachment, always adjust spring tension to its lowest position.

/f~] Adjustment Bolt

Bushing

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and sys tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows;

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

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

Tighten clamp screw securely.

Idle Fuel Adjusting Idle speed Adjusting

Attachment Lift Spring

Jam Nut

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

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

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

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TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

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

necessary, check adjustment as de scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

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

2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (See “AIR FILTER” in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,

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

4. Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed Choke

2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock wise) 1 turn.

FINAL SETTING-

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory

and cannot be adjusted.

2. Idle speed setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, engine should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attained.

3. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, turn 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.

4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out

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

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

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

ACCELERATION TEST-

5. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.

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

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT; Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous, if you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest autho

rized service center/department, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

PRELIMINARY SETTING-

1. 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).

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ímmediaíeiy prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more. A CAUTION: Never store the tractor

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

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughiy,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

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

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

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte nance section of this manual.

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

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

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

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI NALS” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

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

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of and engine

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

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

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oi! through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to “START” position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark p!ug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

« Replace your gasoline can if your can

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

® If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

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

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Wilt not start

1. Outoffuei.

2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel. 7. Drain fuel tank and carbure

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Fill fuel tank.

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

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

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

8. Check all wiring.

9. See “To Adjust Carburetor”

in Service Adjustments section.

10. Contact a qualified service center.

Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter. 4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

Engine wiil not

turn over

1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch (es).

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments section.

8. Contact a qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a qualified

service center.

Engine clicks but

will not start

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check ail wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

1. Set in “Higher Cut” position/ reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Loss of power (continued)

CAUSE

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

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/ciogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

CORRECTION

Clean underside of mower

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

Replace fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

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

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/

fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

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

15. Contact a qualified service center.

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves seat with

attachment clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves,

3. and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.

4. Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact a qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Mower blades will not rotate

Obstruction in clutch

mechanism. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

Frozen idler pulley.

3. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass

1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5. Check tires for proper air

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn. 8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11 .Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

CORRECTION

1. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not

working

1. Switch is “OFF”. 1. Turn switch “ON”.

2. Bulb(s) burned out. 2. Replace bulb(s).

(if so equipped) 3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Check wiring and connec

5. Blown fuse.

Battery wili not

charge

Loss of drive

Engine “backfires”

when turning engine

1. Bad battery cell{s). 1. Replace battery.

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

1. Freewheel control in “disengaged" position.

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

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing.

1. Engine throttle control not set at “SLOW” position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

3. Check/replace light switch.

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

2. Check/clean all connec tions.

3. Replace regulator.

1. Place freewheel control in “engaged” position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

1. Move throttle control to

“SLOW” position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

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NOTES

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE”

OFF M + G + A1 NONE

ON+UGHTS B + A1 L + A2

ON B +A1

START 8-I-S + A1 NONE

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: !F WIRING INSULATED

NONE

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING.

RELAY

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF C + G.B + H

C + F, B + E, A + D

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

—^—

HEADLIGHTS

G F C

D A

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ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

Page 39

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 144927 2 74760412 8 7603J

145211

10 11 150109 12

145769 16 153664 21 166184 22 4152J Bulb Light 24 4014J

146686

108824X Fuse

26 27 73510400

170697 Cable, Ground

28 29 160784 30 163968

140403

33 40 170238 41 17720408 42

131563 43 145673

122822X

45 50 169416 52 141940

170251 Harness Engine

163996

109748X

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U, S. inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Battery Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 Tray, Battery Bolt 1/4-20 X 7.5 Zinc Hold down Battery Dash Mount Nut Push Nylon 1/4" Switch Interiock Push-In Harness Socket Light W/4152J

Cable, Battery Cable, Battery

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc Switch, Plunger

Switch, !gn Key, Ignition

Harness Ign. Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2 Cover, Terminal Solenoid Ammeter Switch, PTO

Protection Wire Loop

Buibholder Asm incandescent SV

Relay Asm.

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

Page 41

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART NO. NO.

150253 Rail, Frame RH

1 2 140506 4 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc

163976 DashYTGT2Cy!

157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece

17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20x1/2 68

145166 Support, Battery 70

14 161023X558

15 160568

16 121794X

17 17060612

18 160564X558Grille

19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16x12 Ga.

19 20 STD523710

STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 101

21 23 17060616 24 145243X558

28 145244X558Footrest, LH

30 145052 Saddle, Hydro

161419

32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh

161326 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh

34 142131

35 19111116

STD522507 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-18x3/4

37 167287X558Fender Pnt

136961 Bracket, Axle Front

156111 Bracket, Support Axle/Engine

42 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x1

4344136939

136940

154913

17490608 152728

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Drawbar, Gt 56

Hood Asm., PntYTGT Lens Asm Headlight Bar 86 Cover, Access 90 Screw 3/8-16 X .75

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 100 Screw 3/8-16 x1.5

Footrest, RH 103

Brace, Supt 1-pc VGT

Bracket, Engine Support Rear 140

Washer 11/32x11/16x16 Ga.

Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh Bracket Asm., Susp Chas.Rh

Screw ThdroL 3/8-16 x 1/2

Bracket, Chassis Front

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

52 STD541431

154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chas. Lh 58 137113 60 17490620 63 19131614

17490508 Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18x1/2

137159 Guide, Belt Mid Span 84 142992

74760716

STD551237Washer, Lock Ext. Tooth 3/8 91 170755 98 140503 99 140871

124236X Cap By Pass Rod

17490628

102 STD624003

142273 Lock, By Pass

106 138776 122 161464 130 164863 138 163975X428 139 1613K)

163806

141 163805 Striker Plate YTGT

142 161897 Bracket Dash Rh 144 161900 145 19131414 147 162967 148 164655 150 161237

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc Bracket Asm., Fender

Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Stop, Over Center Mower Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 UNC X 1

Rail, Frame Lh Bracket Skid Chassis Rod By Pass

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Retainer, Spring

Bolt 5/16-18 TT Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8 Screw Hwhd HI-Lo#13-16x3/4 Cup Holder Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT Magnet YTGT

Bracket Dash Lh Washer Flat 13/32x7/8x14 Ga. Fastener Nut Pal Extrusion Bumpers Duct Heat Hood

Page 42

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

Page 43

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

PART

KEY NO. NO.

7070Ё Key 1/4 X 2.5

2 3 7563R

STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16

STD561210

6 7 140507

140080 Bolt, Hub

STD551037

140921 Spring

73940800

156103 130564 Knob

STD541237 Nut

140494 Brake, Rod

1Э131616

12000053 RingE

124236X Cap, Plunger

34 35 137648

149412 Spring, Drive Ground

121749X Washer 25/32x1-1/4x16 Ga.

150035

74321016

5304J

73661000

41 42 8883R 46 145170 47 138228

72110612 Bolt, Carri. 3/8-16x1-1/2 Gr. 5

131494

STD541437

51 52 139123

207J

53 54 161590

105706X Bearing, Idler

140218 V-Belt

74760724 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14x1-1/2

140488

154752

64 65 67609

140296

19131312 Washer, Flat

STD571812 Pin, Roll

123800X

164892X428

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

T ransaxle (See B reakdown) 71 151179

HydroGear222-3010

Washer, Thrust, Axle

Pin, Cotter

Wheel, Hub Assembly Wahser 13/32x13/16x16 Ga. 81

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Arm Asm Shift

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 88 161592

Rod, Parking Brake

Nyliner Screw, Fin. #10-24x1 96 Actuator, Interlock Switch 98 141004

Locknut #10-24 Cover, Pedal

Retainer, Spring Clutch Rod

Pulley, Idler, Flat

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Pulley, idler. Grooved Washer, Hardened 108 Clutch, Arm Assembly

Pulley, Transaxle 113

Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal

Bolt, Shoulder Washer, Hardened

Washer Console Automatic YT/GT

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

Plate Console Shift 72 STD541431 73 74490548 74 142432 76 140481 77 74760716

72110505

80 140484

17490612 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

82 150586 83 140479 84 85 17541020

140462 Fan 7” Hydro

86 87 140491

73680700 Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 Unc

89 90 140489 91 17490644 92 74760520 93 140502 94 133835

141103 17060624

100 126881X

101 156106

104 140480 105 17580408

142918

106 107 154739

142917 Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear

109 140929

111 156240

112 156104

73220700

123405X

115 116 73900500 117 73900600

NOTE: Ail component dimensions given in U. b. inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18x3 Gr5 Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-12

Bracket T ransaxle Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 X 1 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18x5/8 Bracket Torque RH

Bracket Mount Torque/Fan Strap Torque Mid Spacer Screw #10-24 X 1-1/4

Adapter Fan Pulley Idler

Keeper Belt Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 X 1.25 Link Shift Asm Fastener Christmas Tree Washer Nickel Plated Bracket Shift Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 WasherCompression Washer Bellville Bracket Idler Screw Tap 1/4-20 x 1/2 0-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 70110

Line Fuel Hydro15”VGT

70109 Spring Return Brake Spacer Shift Lever VGTH Washer Nylon High Temp

Nut-Hex ASF7/16-14 UNC Keeper Belt T/A Gnd Dr Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18 Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16

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STEERING

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STEERING

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

PART

KEY NO. NO.

159944X428

137094 Axle Asm., Front

6855M Fitting, Grease

3 4

161849

5 161848

6266H

6 7 121748X

12000029

121232X

74781044 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4

10 11 136518 12 73901000

13 121749X

STD551137

STD541537 Nut, Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

15 16 145103 17 137347 18 137155

19 156011 20 163887 21 159945

155105

22 23 152927

74780616

159946X428Cap, Wheel Steering

26 27 3366R

17000612 Screw, 3/8-16 X 3/4

28 29 104239X

12000034 Ring, Klip T ruare #5304-75

138136

19111610

STD551131

74760512

35 138059

36 137156

37 73360600

109850X

73700600

109851X

40 41 155246

17490508

42 44 160135

19132411

DESCRIPTION

Wheel, Steering

Spindle Asm, LH Spindle Asm., RH

Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

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

Ring, Klip#T5304-75

Cap, Spindle

Spacer Bearing .Axle Front Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. Washer, Lock Hvy HIcI Spr 3/8

Shaft Asm., Steering

Rod Asm., Tie Bali J Ball Vgt (Inc. Key No. 36-40) Draglink, Bali Joint Solid Vgt

Support Asm., Steering Vgt

Boot, Steering

Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strg. BIk

Screw

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 X 1 Gr. 5 Bearing, Col. Strg. Bearing, Flange Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. Washer, Lock Hvy Hid Spr 5/16 Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 X 3/4 Gear, Sector Steering

Tie Rod Jam Nut RH Thread Joint Asm, Bail RH Thread Jam Nut LH Thread Joint Asm, Bail LH Thread

Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97

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

Extension, Steering Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11 Ga.

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

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ENGINE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

-74

SPARK ARRESTER KIT

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ENGINE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KEY PART NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 2

5 7

15 16 17 18 19

20 21

24 25

26 27 28 29 33 35 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 45 47 48 51 54 55

65 69 74 76

161063 13200300 151396 121361X 150828 105432X 140923 143996 151346 109227X 106082X 161493

13290300 164067 164863

164415 STD551237 73920600 3645J

139277 7834R

132920

STD541437

10010500

123487X

17060620

17490636

17490664

126197X

STD551143

150280

73510400

142040

19132007

161231

19131414

13280336

19131614 24-041-02

162295

17000612

M73030800

Engine (See Breakdown} Kohler Model No. CV20S-65551

Muffler

Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 -18 NPT Muffler Asm Guard Pulley V-ldier Keeper Asm. Belt Engine Bushing Clutch Electric Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 Yt/Gt 96

Pad Spacer Pad Spacer Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge Plug Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown) Control Throttle Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 Control Choke Washer Ext Tooth 3/8 Nut Keps3/8-24UNF Bushing Stem Tank Fuel

Fuel Line Spark Arrester Kit Nut Lock Hex w/ins. 3/8-16 Washer Split Clamp Hose Screw 3/8 -16 X 1-1/4 Screw TT 3/8-16 X 2-1/4 UNC Screw TT 3/8-16 X 4 UNC Washer 1 -1/2 OD X 15/32 ID X .250 Washer Lock 7/16

Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 X 4 -1/4 Ga 5

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC Spacer Engine Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 7 Ga.

Manifold Pipe VGT Washer Flat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Nipple Pipe 4-1/2 Washer 13/32 X 1 x14Ga. Gasket KohlerCV18-CV26 Elbow Street Brass Screw 3/8-16 X 3/4 Nut Flange M8-1.25 Non-Lk Zink

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

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KEY PART NO. NO. 1 140124 Ss3t

140551 140675 Strap, Fender

3 4 127018X

5 145006

STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

6 7 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn

171877 Bolt 5/16-18Uncx3/4 w/Sems

1012155925

121246X

13 121248X

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Bracket, Pivot Seat

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

Clip, Push In, Hinged

Pan, Seat Bracket, Mounting Switch Bushing, Snap

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2

121249X Spacer. Split

15 16 123740X Spring, Cprsn

17 123976X

19171912 Washer 17/32x1 -3/16x12 Ga.

18 19 166369 20 124238X

21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18

STD54143Í Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Nut, Lock 1/4LgeFigGr. 5 Knob, Seat

Cap, Spring Seat

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DECALS

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

PART

KEY NO.

NO.

164094 149516

DESCRIPTION

Decal Dash Decal Battery DNGR/PSN ENG Asm

163916

163917

140837

133644

164757

164884

163204

156439

10 11 4900J 12 146790

Decal Hood RH Craftsman Decal Hood LH Craftsman Decal Brake Parking Saddle Decal Maintenance Decal Engine Decal Blower Hsng Kohl Decal, Fender Craftsman Decal Fender Danger Decal Clutch/Brake Decal V-BeltDrSch

WHEELS AND TIRES

KEY PART NO. NO.

13 167176

160397

14 17 163265

164065

138047

142342

106202X

23 25 163223

- -

138311

- -

173982

- -

173983

KEY PART NO. NO.

59192

65139

106228X427

8134H

106230X

278H

9040H

104757X

105588X

7154J

106227X427

6856M

144334

DESCRIPTION

Decal Replacement Decal V-BeltSchem Decal Dash Panel Decal Insert Strg Decal Battery

Decal Drawbar CNTRL Reflector, Taillighl Decal Fender Auto Trans Decai Handle Lft Height Adjust (Lift Handle) Owner’s Manual, English Owner’s Manual, Spanish

DESCRIPTION

Cap Valve Tire

Stem Valve

Rim Asm Front Tube, Front (Service Item

Only)

Tire, Front

Fitting Grease (Front Wheel

Only)

Bearing Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Cap Axle Tire Rear Tube Rear (Service Item

Only)

Rim Asm Rear

Fitting Grease

Sealant, Tire { 10 oz. Tube)

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

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KEY PART NO. NO.

121006X

159187

3 159189

12000022

4 5 19292016

71110624

125631X

122365X

122364X

2876H Spring 2-1/8“

11 146704 12 163552 13 139868 14 140302

STD541437

674A247

STD541237

143363

STD551037

5328J

20 21 STD523710 22 127218

STD624008

73350800

130171

73680800

150233

110807X

STD551037

31 32 137150

STD560907

137167 Rod, Ad] Lift

138057 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc

155097

38 39 123935X

17490512

73540600

42 19112410

123934X

145212

70 72 110452X

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

DESCRIPTION

Rod Asm., Lever Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt Lever Asm., Lift Rh E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 Grip, Handle Fiuted

Button, Plunger

Plunger, Button

Link Lift

Retainer, Spring Arm, Suspension Vgt

Bearing

Nut, Crown lock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Asm., Assist Lift

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Bracket. Spring Assist

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

Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 X 1 Link, Front Retainer, Spring Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Tmnnion

Nut Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion, tnfin Height

Nut, Special

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

Spring, Compression inf Hgt Pin, Cotter 3/32 X 1/2

Pointer, Height indicator Plug, Hole Screw Hex Wsh 5/16-18 x 3/4 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga.

Scale, Indicator Height Nut Hex Fiange Lock Nut Push Phos & Oii

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

156990

Mower Deck Weldment 50 38 156085 Keeper, Belt Idler

2 STD541431 Nut, Crowniock 5/16-18 39 131494

72110506

3 4

7631J

138457

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x3/4 40 136572 Pulley, Driven

Runner, Mower LH

Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 6 STD624008Retainer, Spring 44 165723 Spacer, Retainer 7 130832 Arm Suspension, Rear

850857

Bolt 3/8-24 X 1.25 Gr. 8 46 74760628 Bolt,Fin Hex 3/8-16Uncx1 -3/4

Patched 47 137200 Cover, Mandrel RH

STD551137Washer, Lock Hvy 3/8

Unplated 49 136574 Cover, Mandrel LH

10 140296 Washer, Hard Blade Mower 50 137272 Arm, Idler Primary

Vented

11 137380 Blade (3 Required} 52 12 129895 Bearing, Ball #6204

(Mandrel)

13 137553 Shaft Asm., W/Lower Brg 55 144959

(Includes Key No. 12) 56 138687 Spring, Primary

14 137152 Housing, Mandrel 50" Vent 57 136577 15 110485X Bearing, Ball Mandrel 58 133957 16

140329

Stripper, MowerVented

17 106735X Rod, Hinge 60

19111016

18 19 105304X

123713X

137607

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

Cap, Sleeve 62 133943 Washer Hardened

Spring, Torsion Deflector 63 72110612

Bracket, Deflector 64 19121414 Washer 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga 22 110452X Nut, Push 65 23 110509X Shield, Deflector Mower 66 24 136320 Runner, RH 67 25 19111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 99 72110614 27 STD551037 28 132823

Washer 13/32x13/16x16 Ga. 102 153390 Washer, Felt

Spacer, Spring Stop Idler 30 157722 Screw Thdrol Washer Hd 31 137266 Nut, Fig Top Lock Cntr 9/16 33) 32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 33 129963 Washer, Spacer Mower

Vented Ail Nose Roller and Gauge 34 72140610 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 35 72110616 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x2 36 72110608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x1 Gr. 5 37 137166 Stiffener, Arm Idler

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Pulley, Idler Fiat

42 STD533107 Bolt, Carr.5/16-18Uncx3/4 43 136460 Arm, Idler Secondary

46 STD541437 Nut, Crowniock 3/8-16 Unc

48 137729 Screw, Thd Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8

51 137273 Spring, Secondary

139245 Pulley, Idler V Groove 53 137789 Shield, Idler 54 139573 V-Belt, Mower Primary

V-Beit, Mower Secondary Bar Asm., Wheel Gauge

Wheel, Gauge

59 137644 Bolt, Shoulder

139031 Pin, Clevis 61 136573 Bracket, Wheel Gauge

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16x1-1/2

151831 Pulley Idler Flat Mower

156009

Keeper, Belt Idler 44/50"

73930600 Nut, Centeriock 3/8-16

Bolt, Carr, 3/8-16x1-3/4Gr. 5

. -

143651 Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Key Nos. 8-10, 12-15, 31 and

- -

158330 Deck Assembly - Service

(Std. Deck - Order Separately Wheel Components)

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

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-301OL

1-24

111

''124

129

11?-''

103

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-301OL

KEY PART NO. NO.

description

рдду

KEY

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 164591

Assembly, Housing, LH 2 164592 Assembly, Housing, RH 7 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25

16 142876

Brake Shaft Assembly 20 142877 Axle Mounting Horn

Assembly 21 142878 22

142879

Washer 1.0 x 1.63 x .08

Washer 1.Ox 2.06 x.09 33 142929 Brake Yoke Assembly 35 142880 Brake Arm 36 142882 Puck Plate 37 142883

Brake Puck 38 142884 Washer

7/8 O.D. X 7/16 X .060 39 142885

Nut, Castle 5/16-24 40 142886 Cotter Pin 41 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 42 142888

Hi Pro Key 43 142889 Spacer 45 142890 46 142891

Brake Disc

Bolt 1/4-20x1-1/2 47 142892 Bolt 1/4-20x1 49 153766

Differential Assembly 63 142894 Dowel Pin 64 150818 Reduction Gear,

14 Teeth to 38 Teeth 65 142897 Final Drive Pinion Assembly 67 142898

Jackshaft 68 142899 0-Rlng 69 142900

Washer 5/8X1-5/32 70 142901 Washer 7/8 X 1-1/2

71 142902

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x3.5

72 153767 Locknut, Hex 5/16-18 73 142904

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 X 1-1/2 74 142905 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18x1 76 142907 77

142908 Freewheel Actuating Arm

Shoulder Bolt 78 142909 Oil Seal .625 x 1.0 x .25

79 153768 Grease (10 oz. Tube)

81 142910 Boll, Hex 5/16-18 X 1-3/4

82 142911 89

142912 Filter, Spin On

Bolt 5/16-18x4-1/2

91 153769 Pump,BDU-10L-122

142914 Plug, Straight Thread 96 153770 60) 7/18 SAEx 5/16 Fitting 103 142916 Washer 104

142917 Vent Cap Assembly 106 142918

Fitting 0-Ring Assembly 108 142919 Control Arm 109

142920 Set Screw

110 142921

111

150820 Hose 1/2"

112

150823 Fitting, 1/2” Beaded 90]

Filter Head

7/8 SAE 113 150821 Fitting, 1/2” Beaded 601

9/16 117 150822

Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90j

9/16 123 150824 ORIng 124

150825 Pinch Clamp

129 153771 Spring, Long

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-301OL

KEY PART

NO. NO.

144569 Shaft, Pump

122716X Ring, Retaining

122745X Bearing, Ball

3 4 122715X 5 122700X Seal, Lip

122699X

122767X Bearing, Cradle

12 122717X 13 122748X 14 122749X 15 144571 17 122770X Bearing, Thrust, Ball 19 153801

21 122722X 22 144573 23 142978

DESCRIPTION NO.

Spacer 38 Ring, Retaining 43

Seal, Lip Arm, Trunnion 53 Guide, Slot Housing Kit, Transmission 62 144581

Center Section Kit Seal, Lip Shaft, Motor Washer, Block Thrust

PART

KEY

NO.

127148X Swashplate, Variable

142938 Block Assembly

32 37 122786X

122718X

42 144578

144578 Check Valve Kit

44 144579

47 122752X

127153X Bypass Vaive Kit 142977

144582 Charge Pump Kit

63 64 144583 Gerotor Assembly

144584 Screw, Socket Head, Cap

153769

DESCRIPTION

Pin, Stainless, Headless Gasket, Center Section Check Vaive Kit

Charge Relief Kit Screw, Socket Head, Cap

Block Spring O-Ring

Pump Assembly, Complete

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

ENGINE CONTROLS

OIL PAN / LUBRICATION

.12

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

CRANKSHAFT

FUEL SYSTEM

EXHAUST

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

HEADAAALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 24-033-03 Kit, breather cover w/gasket

2 24-041-23

24-096-15 Cover, breather 3 24-294-13

3 4 M-0645020

X-75-23 Plug, alien hd. 1/8"

5 6 12-351-02

24-755-66 Kit, valve train (Includes

7 8 24-411-05

9 24-041-08

10 24-318-12 Head assembly, #2 cylinder 11 25-186-01

24-599-01 Pivot, rocker arm (4) 8 24-018-01

12 13 M-0640034 Screw, hex, flange

12-086-16 Screw, hex. flange

24-755-74 Kit, valve cover - plain 12-422-10 Shim, camshaft

15 16 24-153-16 O-Ring

24-086-32 Screw, shoulder (4) 10 24-010-03

24-445-01 Strap, lifting

18 19 24-016-01

24-016-02 Valve, exhaust (.25) (2) 13 M-0545010

20 24-017-01 Valve, intake (Std.) (2)

24-017-02 21 24-032-05 Seal, valve stem (2) 22 235011 Retainer, spring (4)

24-089-02 Spring, valve (4) 17 24-126-19

23 24 12-173-01 Cap, valve spring (4) 18 25 12-755-03 26 24-318-11 Head assembly, #1 cylinder 27 24-755-76

25-313-02 Grommet, rubber

24-755-57 Kit, breather separator

M-0545016 Screw, hex. flange

30 31 24-445-02

32 24-126-44 Bracket, breather separator 33 24-112-12

24-294-06 Fitting

24-326-13 Hose, breather

35 36 24-326-14 37 X-426-9

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

(Includes 2,3) Gasket, breather

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x20 (4) Lifter, valve (4) 6 24-874-01 Piston w/Ring Set (Sid.) (2)

8,11,12)

Rod, push (4) 24-874-03 Piston w/Ring Set (.50) (2)

Gasket, cylinder head (2) 7 24-108-01 Arm, rocker (4)

M6x1.0x34(4) 12-422-13 M10x1.5x90 (8) (Includes 16,17)

Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) 12 52-139-09

Valve, Intake (.25) (2)

Kit, retainer (4) Kit, valve cover - breather

(Incl. 16,17,28)

(Includes 28,30-33) 23 12-153-03 M5x0.8x16(2) 25 M-0631005

Strap, breather

Spacer 28 24-144-01

Hose, breather Clamp, hose (2)

KEY PART

1 24-032-01 Seal, oil front 2 Crankcase

4 12-380-17 Pin, dowel locating (6) 5 24-067-13 Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

24-067-14 Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

24-874-02 Piston w/Ring Set (.25) (2)

24-108-02 Ring Set (.25) (2) 24-108-03 Ring Set (.50) (2)

9 12-422-09 Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

12-422-07 12-422-08 Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

12-422-11 Shim, camshaft (A.R.) 12-422-12 Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

11 24-089-21 Spring, actuating (ACR)

14 24-018-04 15 24-402-05 Reed, breather (2) 16 12-153-01 O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

12-123-04 Tube, oil fill

19 M-0545016 20 12-153-02 O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

21 24-038-04 22 24-755-46 Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 23)

24 12-380-04 Pin, hitch

26 12-032-01

27 X-25-102 Washer, plain 1/4“

(USE: Miniblock 24 782 05) Fitting

(includes 7,8)

Ring Set (Std.) (2)

Retainer, piston pin (4) Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Camshaft (Includes 11)

Plug, cup Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x10(2)

Retainer, reed (2)

Bracket, oil fill tube Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16 Dipstick assembly (Includes

22,23) O-Ring, dipstick Washer, plain 6 mm

Seal, governor cross shaft Shaft, governor cross

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TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

PART

KEY PART NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 54-755-15 Kit, grass screen

(Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18)

M-0403025 Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25

(4)

3 X-25-92

24-112-04 Spacer, grass screen (4)

25-086-47

5 6 24-157-03

12-086-14 Screw, hex. flange

Washer, plain 5/16" (4) Bolt, shoulder (4)

Fan

Ml 0x1.5x46

12-468-03

8 9 X-42-15

24-025-04 Flywheel

10 11 25-403-03 12 X-25-92

24-086-18

Washer, plain 3/8".

Key Rectifier-regulator

Washer, plain 3/16“ (2)

Screw, Phillips hd. 11-16x7/8

(2) 14 15

236602 54-755-09

Connector (3 contact)

Kit, 15 amp stator

(Includes 24 126 71)

12-132-06 Spark Plug (2)

17 M-0548025

Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25

(2)

18 235173

48-154-02 Clip, cable

19 20 X-25-63 21 24-584-01

M-0545020

Clip, cable Washer, plain 1/4"

Module, ignition (2)

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

“ - 24-126-71

X-22-11 24-176-12

- -

Bracket, stator wire

Washer, lock 1/4"

Harness, wiring Lead, biack (rect.-reg. 4" -18

gauge

25-518-28

_ -

24-113-18

_ _

12-454-01 Tie, wire

insuiated grip barrel eyelets) Decal, grass screen

1 54-027-95

Housing, blower (incl. M-0545010 & 24 063

36)

2 24-100-02

M-0546020 Screw, hex. flange

Nut, plastic (2) M5x0.8x20 (2)

M-0545016

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16(5)

M-0551016

Screw, hex, flange M5x0.8x16

6 M-0645016

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x16(6)

7 24-146-02

24-146-08 Plate, backing - # 1 side

24-063-20 Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

Plate, backing - # 2 side

side

24-063-14 Baffle, valley - #2 side

11 24-063-30

Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1 side

24-063-23 Baffle, valley - #1 side

12 13

M-0545010

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x10(2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

, -

24-063-36 Baffle, blower housing

- -

M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x10(2)

- -

N/A

24-086-06

Cover, control Screw, Phillips hd. 11-16x3/4’

(2)

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

24-164-06

M-0651055 Screw, hex. flange

DESCRIPTION

Manifold, Intake M6x1.0x55 (4)

24-041-01

24-041-14

24-094-13

24-041-13

6 7 24-109-05 8 24-083-05

24-083-03

10 230046

24-096-01

12-100-01 Wing Nut

24-096-65

13 14 54-755-01

Gasket, intake manifold (2) Gasket, air cleaner base Base, air cleaner Gasket, fuel spitback cup Cup, fuel spitback Precleaner, element Element, air cleaner Seal, breather Cover, inner air cleaner

Cover, air cleaner Kit, knob with seal

(includes 15 & 16) 15 16

24-153-15 25-341-03

O-Ring

Knob, cover

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

STARTING SYSTEM

PART

KEY NO. NO.

M-0839070

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x70 2 3

24-096-05 M-0839080

Cover, pinion

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x80

12-468-01

25-098-05 Starter, (Includes 6-11)

12-221-01

6 7 12-227-13

12-211-01

12-755-54 Kit, drive

12-227-06 Cap, drive end

12-170-05

Washer, plain 11/32" (3)

Kit, brush

Cap

Bolt, thru (2)

Armature

ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART

NO. NO.

SM-0642025

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25

24-090-14

M-0641060

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

24-079-04

6 7 25-158-11

M-0547050

24-089-03 Spring, throttle

10 24-126-56

M-0645016 Screw, hex. flange

Lever, governor Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 Spring, linkage Bushing, linkage retaining Linkage, throttle Bushing, throttle linkage Nut, hex. lock M5x0.8

Bracket, control M6x1.0x16(4)

12 12-237-01

M-0545016

Clamp, cable (2) Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16(3)

24-090-07 Lever, thorttle actuator

14 15 24-468-01 16 24-089-18

M-0446030

24-090-13

M-0545020

Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

Spring, governor Nut, hex M4x0.7 Lever, throttle control Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20

24-089-38

20 21 24-090-05 22 41-468-03

M-0403025

23 24 24-079-05

Spring, throttle limiter Lever, choke

Washer, spring 1/4"

Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 Linkage, choke

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART NO. NO.

M-0645025

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 (2)

M-0631005 24-199-07

Washer, plain 6 mm (2} Pan, oil assembly (Includes 1,2, & 4-10)

24-393-08

Oil pump assembly (Includes

24-123-05 24-162-26 24-043-12

Tube, oil pickup Screen, oil Kit, governor gear w/pin (Includes 8)

11 12

13 14 15 16

12-380-01

52-448-02

12-144-02 24-153-08 X-75-32 24-136-01 52-050-02 52-032-08 24-086-17

Pin, governor regulating

Tab, locking

Shaft, governor gear

O-Ring

Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8" Nipple, oil filter Filter, oil Seal, oil (PTO end) Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45

17 24-086-16

Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45(9)

18 X-75-10

Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8" N.P.T.F,

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

1 24-014-72

2 52-139-09

Crankshaft (Includes 2) 1 Plug, cup

EXHAUST

PART

KEY

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

24-041-02 Gasket, exhaust (2)

25-072-04 Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- *

24-522-16 Short Block

- -

24-782-05 24-755-03

Miniblock

Gasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY

NO.

DESCRIPTION

24-853-25 Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

(Includes 2-4}

24-041-15 Gasket, carburetor

- - Cariburetorassembly

(For information only not available separately) (Includes 24 757 18, 24-053 25, 24-757-19,24-757-20, 24 757-22)

24-041-14 Gasket, air cleaner base

M-0629095 Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)

M-0641060 Nut, hex. flange M6xi ,0 (2)

47-154-01 Clip, cable

24-353-03 Line, fuel 10-5/8“ (2)

X-426-9 Clamp, hose (6)

24-086-12 Screw, hex. cap. M6x1.7x18

24-393-04 Pump, fuel - pulse

24- 100-01 Nut, plastic (2)

25- 353-03 Line, fuel 13-1/2”

24-050-02 Filter, fuel

NOT

ILLUSTRATED

(2)

24-757-18 Kit, overhaul w/gaskets 24-757-19 Kit, choke repair w/gaskets 24-757-20 Kit, gasket 24-757-22 Kit, solenoid replacement w

gaskets

Page 65

NOTES

Page 66

NOTES

Page 67

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

SIGHTING

NOT ACROSS HILL

GUIDE

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SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

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Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not 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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Craftsman 917.273062 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

CRBFTSMBN^

20.0 HP

GARDEN TRACTOR

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY

(.GENERAL OPERATION

li. SLOPE OPERATION

REPAIR AGREEMENT

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

INSTALL SEAT

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

OPERATION

r~ +1

ISTOP

fl l\

Â* R N H L (©)^

KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

ADD GASOLINE

MOWING TIPS

MAINTINANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

BEFORE EACH USE

LUBRICATION CHART

BRAKE OPERATION

TIRES

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

BLADE CARE

TO SHARPEN BLADE

BLADE REMOVAL

BATTERY

V-BELTS

TRANSAXLE COOLING

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

AIR FILTER

ENGINE OIL FILTER

MUFFLER

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

^CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

TO ADJUST BRAKE

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

REPLACING BATTERY

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

TRACTOR

BATTERY