Craftsman 917.273140 User Manual

Owner's Manual

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LAWN TRACTOR

17.0 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.273140

[_ This product has a low emission engine which operates

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A

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

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

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

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

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

Product Specifications ........................... 6

AssemblyP re-Operation ........................ 8

Operation ............................................. 11

Maintenance ....................................... 18

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

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,

Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in

material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will

also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During
the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your

home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your conve-

nience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur-
chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is
dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this product is within
the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

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

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

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

trical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper
grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris,

or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the
owner's manual.

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

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

chase date.

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip-

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery
will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30

days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After
the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail-
able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,
please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 18

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

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

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

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

Sears Service ........................ Back Cover

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which

vary, from state to state.

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

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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious

injury or death.

_WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

cidental starting when setting up, trans-
porting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.

,_WARNING: Do not coast down a

hill in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_WARNING: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed
when on a slope. Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can
lose traction with the ground and cause

you to lose control of your tractor.

_bWARNING: 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 reproduc-

tive harm.

_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.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-
tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

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

the machine.

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

• Be sure the area is clear of other people
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 direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set

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 un-
loading 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 in-

juries. These operators should evaluate
their ability to operate the riding mower

safely enough to protect themselves
and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or
other debris build-up which can touch
hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do
not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-
up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the
machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-
of-control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. All slopes
require extra caution. If you cannot back

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

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DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-
even 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 recommend-
ations 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 gradually
downhill, if possible.

• Do notmow 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 notuse grass catcher on steep
slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the ma-
chine and the mowing activity. Neveras-

sume 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 blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

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

- Use only an approved container.

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

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

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

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
ment in good condition.

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

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

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

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.

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

• Check brake operation frequently. Ad-
just and service as required.

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

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children
even with the blades off.

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

behind before and while backing.

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

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

responsible adult.

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

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

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

across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

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

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

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

slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse and
back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

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

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 1.25 Gallons
Capacity Unleaded

and Type: Regular
Oil Type SAE 10W30

(Above 32°F)

(API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: W/Filter 4.0 Pints

W/O Filter 3.75 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC
(GAP: .040")

Ground Speed Forward: 5.5
(MPH): Reverse: 2.4

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging 15 Amps @ 3600RPM
System:

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230
Case Size: UIR

Blade Bolt

Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase
of a new tractor. It has been designed,
engineered and manufactured to give
you the best possible dependability and
performance.

Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.
We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in main-
taining, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under"Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-
proved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state

laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working
order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re-
quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia Public Resources Code). Other states
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
muffler is available through your nearest
Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS
section of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTION
AGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart pur-
chase. Your new Craftsman® product is

designed and manufactured for years of
dependable operation. But like all prod-

ucts, it may require repair from time to
time. That's when having a Repair Protec-

tion Agreement can save you money and
aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement
now and protect yourself from unexpected
hassle and expense.

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

• Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.

• Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

• Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

• Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts not
covered by the agreement; also, 10%
off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.

• Fast help by phone- phone support

from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a
simple phone call is all that it takes for you
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Sears has over 12,000 professional repair
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million quality parts and accessories.
That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your
new purchase for years to come. Purchase
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For prices and additional information

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Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Large Flat Washer

1/2-20
(1) Locknut

(1) Locknut

1/4-28

Steering

Boot

Wheel Adapter

Steer,

(_Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

(1) Hex Bolt

1/4-28 x 1-1/4

Extension

Shaft

_ teering

Slope Sheet

_(1) Knob

For Future Use

Keys

Video Cassette

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

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor
all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened 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

_._-_J Insert

_._1/2 Hex Nut

easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 3/4" wrench Pliers

Large Flat Washer

(2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife

Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in

the operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

St_ere_g _eering

Boot

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

Adapter---------__

Tabs

Extension Shaft

2. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-
els of carton. Remove end panels and
lay side panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts or

1/4 Locknut---......_

_t_._/1/4 Hex Bolt

, /

cartons and remove.

Lower _ ¢& _. .

• / \

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

Steering _....__-----_-_ _ L

Shaft_ _\ _ 4/

• I

FROM SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

""_'_ ' _' Slots

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND
BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-
ing shaft. Align mounting holes in ex-

tension and lower shafts and install 1/4
hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut se-
curely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque.

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

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

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

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

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

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from trac-
tor hood and grill.

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

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

INSTALL SEAT
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat
washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of
seat to tractor.

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

nut and tighten securely.

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

large slotted holes in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoul-
der bolts in slots and pull seat towards

rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as-
semble adjustment knob and flat
washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and
sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its ad-
justed position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Seat Pan

Shoulder
Bolts

Flat Washer

Adj

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service
after month and year indicated on label
(label located between terminals) charge
battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance
section of this manual for charging instruc-
tions).

Label

Seat

Terminal

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po-
sition.

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

3. Place freewheel control in '"trans-
mission disengaged" position (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section
of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector
shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

,dr_WARNING: Before starting, read, un-

derstand and follow all instructions in the
Operation section of this manual. Be sure

tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure
the area in front of tractor is clear of other

people and objects.

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

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

3. Place freewheel control in "trans-
mission engaged" position. (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section
of this manual).

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

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

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest posi-

tion.

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

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever
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 "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in
upright position.

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

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

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

Mulcher

Deflector
Shield

Plate

Latch
Hooks

,l_ CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower.

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

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

discharging or installation of optional grass
catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change
blades. The mulching blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated
at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-

rect tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower hous-
ing 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 replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts
in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual. Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

v' CHECKLIST

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

Please review the following checklist:
,/All assembly instructions have been

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

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

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

ping purposes, the tires were overin-

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

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

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

they are routed properly around pulleys

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

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.
,/Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel

control is in '"transmission engaged"

position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).
While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important
items:

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

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.
,/Be sure brake system is in safe oper-

ating condition.
,/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans-

mission purging instructions (See "TO

START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of

this manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

R N H L I'.,I

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION

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

OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD

LIGHT

LOCKED UNLOCKED

MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

@@@@@

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED

EE

EE

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or
death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform- i

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury ._

and/or property damage.

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

&

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

&

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

&

might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,
if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

i_r_,

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

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

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

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

Throttle/Choke

Control

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Freewheel

Control

Attachment
Clutch Lever

Ammeter .... ~-.. Plunger

Ignition Switch

Light Switch

Lift Lever

Attachment

Lift Lever

Height
Adjustment

Indicator

Parking Brake Lever

Motion Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or
discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used
to engage the mower blades, or other at-

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

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your tractor.
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and
stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release
attachment lift lever when changing its

position.
LIGHT SWITCH POSITION -Turns the

headlights on and off.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.
THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.
FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagages
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 I
or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safetyl
mask worn over spectacles. J

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HOW TO USE YOU RTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine
is running, any attempt by the operator

to leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

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

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release
pressure from clutch/brake pedal.
Pedal should remain in brake position.

Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

tor secure.

Throttle/Choke
Control

Brake

"Disengaged" Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attachment

clutch lever to disengaged position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

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

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control between half and

full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control
between half and full speed (fast) posi-

tion, before stopping, may cause engine to
"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and

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

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

"Brake" Attachment Clutch

Position Lever "Engaged"

Ignition Key

Parking Brake
Position

Control Lever

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

cause the battery to discharge and go
dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

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

,_pping tractor on grass areas.

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

TO USETHROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

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

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to
desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

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

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move
lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-
mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are mea-
sured 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 ap-
proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool
season and to over 3 inches during hot

months. For healthier and better look-
ing lawns, mow often and after moder-

ate growth.

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

mowed twice. Make the first cut rela-
tively high; the second to desired height.

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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
(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT" in this section of manual).

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

assembled so they are slightly off the
ground. Install gauge wheel in ap-

propriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8

washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten
securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side, installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge
Wheel

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_iLWARNING: Do not drive up or down

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

• Choose the slowest speed before start-
ing 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 posi-
tion and engage parking brake.

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

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever
does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

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

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

Locknut
3/8 Washe 3olt

Gauge Wheel

TO OPERATE MOWER

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

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging at-
tachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

,_engage attachment clutch control.

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

Attachment Attachemnt
Clutch

"Engaged" High
Position Position

Low
Position

"Disengaged"

Position

Deflector

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure to disengage transmission by placing
freewheel control in freewheeling position.

Freewheel control is located at the rear

drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest posi-
tion with attachment lift control.

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

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

Transmission Disengaged

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck
or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications
of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use
common sense when towing. Too heavy
of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.
Tires can lose traction with the ground and
cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine inyour tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level
ground.

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 the
oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.

Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will in-

crease carbon and lead oxide deposits
and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti-

ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

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

near an open flame.
IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean
winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separa-
tion 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.

TO START ENGINE

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

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

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

parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

position.

5. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key
clockwise to start position and release

key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more
than fifteen seconds per minute. If the
engine does not start after several
attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try
again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the
choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and
above)

7. When engine starts, move the throttle
control to the fast position.

• 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)

7. When engine starts, allow engine
to run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control
to fast position. This may require an
engine warm-up period from several
seconds to several minutes, depending
on the temperature.

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AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONWARMUP

Beforedrivingthe unitin coldweather,
thetransmissionshouldbe warmedup as
follows:

1. Be surethe tractorison levelground.

2. Placethemotioncontrolleverin

neutral.Releasetheparkingbrake
andlet the clutch/brakeslowlyreturn

to operatingposition.

3. Allowoneminutefortransmissionto

warmup.This canbe done during

theenginewarmup period.

• The attachmentscanalso be useddur-

ingthe enginewarm-upperiodafterthe

transmissionhasbeenwarmedup.

NOTE: Ifat a highaltitude(above3000
feet)or incoldtemperatures(below32 F)
thecarburetorfuel mixturemayneedto

beadjustedfor bestengineperformance.

(See"TO ADJUSTCARBURETOR"in the

ServiceandAdjustmentssectionof this

manual.)

PURGE TRANSMISSION

4_ CAUTION: Never engage or dis-
engage freewheel lever while the engine

is running.
To ensure proper operation and per-

formance, 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 replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstall-
ation before operating the tractor.

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

2. Disengage transmission by placing
freewheel control in '"transmission dis-

engaged" position (See "TO TRANS-
PORT" in this section of manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

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

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

seconds. Move lever to full reverse
position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

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

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

parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing
freewheel control in '"transmission

engaged" position (See "TO TRANS-
PORT" in this section of manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move

throttle control to half (1/2) speed.
With motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/brake
pedal.

8. Slowly move motion control lever for-
ward, after the tractor moves approxi-
mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion
control lever to reverse position. After
the tractor moves approximately five
(5) feet return the motion control lever
to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this
procedure with the motion control lever
three (3) times.

Your transmission is now purged and
ready for normal operation.

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MOWING TIPS

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

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

manual.

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

• Drive so that clippings are discharged
onto the area that has already been cut.
Have the cut area to the right of the trac-

tor. This will result in a more even distri-
bution 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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• If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and pos-
sible fire hazard from dried clippings.
Make first cut relatively high; the second
to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet.
Wet grass will plug mower and leave
undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle
when mowing to assure better mow-
ing 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 at-
tachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. Clean after each use.

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

reduce them in size so that as they fall
onto the lawn they will disperse into
the grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this will provide the best recut-
ting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early
afternoon. At this time the grass has
dried and the newly cut area will not be
exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower
cutting height so that the mower cuts
off only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy grass, re-

duce your width of cut on each pass and

mow slowly.

Max 1/3

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

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-
ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to
the first cut path.

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

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

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _,_ ,_,_-_,_,_ _ d_. ,_

AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE f___SERVlC e DATES

Check Brake Operation _,

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems

R Check for Loose Fasteners

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

f Lubrication Chart

0 Check Battery Level

R Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling
Check V-Belts

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

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)

N Clean Air Filter
G Clean Air Screen

NI Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter

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

in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Se_3dce more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.=lbs, maximum.

DO not overtighten.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator

must maintain tractor as instructed in this
manual.

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

tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjust-

ments 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

Spindle -- _ Spindle

Zerk t'_-;' Zerk

(#Front Wheel

Bearing

q dbFront Wheel

, Zerk

Zerk

(_) 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 will shorten the life of the

self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they
must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-
dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-
forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in highest
gear, then brake must be adjusted. (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 rub-
ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.

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

may be 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 trac-
tor does not function as described, repair
the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless

the brake pedal isfully depressed and
attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any at-

tempt 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 at-
tempt by the operator to leave the seat
should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never op-

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to al-
low access to blades.

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

3. Install new or resharpened blade

with trailing edge up towards deck as
shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

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

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

shown.

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

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
treated.

Blade Center

Edge Up Hole

Mandrel

Assembly

Lock Washer

Blade 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 sharp-
ening blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade

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

to mower and engine.

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

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

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

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

bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If
blade is balanced, it should remain in a

horizontal position. If either end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

Blade

5/8" Bolt o

Center t

BATTERY

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

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

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

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

battery from tractor.

2. Rinse the battery with plain water and
dry.

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

4. Coat terminals with grease or petro-
leum jelly.

5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BATTERY" in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING
The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper
cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or 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 clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent
damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to
clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory

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

axle ever leak or require servicing, contact
a Sears or other qualified service center.

V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from
wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ. Se-

lect the oil's SAE viscosity grade accord-

ing to your expected operating tempera-

ture.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

F 2O 0 100
C 30 20 10 20 30

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTiCiPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-
eration or at least once a year if the tractor
is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-
ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

when changing oil.

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

fitting.

Oil Drain Valve

Closed and _,_ Drain

LpOoCskeodn _ _ ube

Yellow Cap _

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward
slightly and turning counterclockwise.

4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.

5. After oil has drained completely, close
and lock the drain valve by pushing
inward and turning clockwise until the
pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the
cap onto the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-
stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this
manual.

8. 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.

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AIR FILTER

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

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

1. Remove knob and cover.

2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner from
base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

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

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

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged
cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

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

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

3. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut,
cover and tighten knob securely.

Air Cleaner
Cover _ Knob

Foam
Pre- Rubber

Cleaner Grommet

Nut

Paper

Cartridge

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the
grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter-
nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at

all times.
Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),
remove the blower housing and other
cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and
external surfaces as necessary. Make sure
the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.
NOTE: Operating the engine with a
blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged
cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re-
moved will cause engine damage due to
overheating.

MUFFLER

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

SPARK PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are shown

in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-

retor, 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 carbu-

retor.

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

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-
line.

Ai_ Cleaner

Base

Fill Cap/

Screen

Dipstick

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.
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 stub-
born dried gum fibers.

CLEANING

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

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive
type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose or
pressure washer to clean your tractor unless

the engine and transmission are covered to
keep water out. Water in engine or transmis-
sion will shorten the useful life of your tractor.

Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove

grass, leaves and trash from tractor and

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mower.

I,_ ARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER-

VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.

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

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

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

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

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

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

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

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out
of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer
springs.

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

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other

than the mower deck is to be mounted

on the tractor, remove the front links and
hook the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame.
TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its high-
est position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-
tor shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and
secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear
deck brackets and secure with retainer

springs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis
bracket and secure with retainer

spring.

7. Push clutch cable housing guide into
bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on
idler pulley bolt and secure with small

retainer spring.

9. Install belt onto engine pulley.

Retainer

Anti-Sway

Housing

Clutch

Collar -_.

Small

Clutch Spring

Large
Retainer

Spring

Engine Pulley

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

Shield

Bracket

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked
on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this
manual). If tires are over or underin-

flated, you will not properly adjust your

mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

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

both sides of mower should be the
same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make ad-

justment on one side of mower only.

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

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift
link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge Bottom edge

of mower to _o_ of mower to

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"
from trunnion on both front links. Tighten

nut "E" on both front links an equal
number of turns. The two front links must

remain equal in length.

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

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

]"D.... D"

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

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

side. If the following front-to-back adjust-

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

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

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

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

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

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

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

equal in length.

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

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"
on both front links an equal number of

turns.

Jt"E"

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re-
placed without tools. Park the tractor on
level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys
and idler pulleys

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

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

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Mandrel Idler Pulleys

Mandrel
Pulley

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the
right side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then
brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or
paved surface, depress clutch/brake

pedal all the way down and engage
parking brake.

2. Disengage transmission by placing
freewheel control in '"transmission dis-

engaged" position. Pull freewheel con-

trol out and into the slot and release so

it is held in the disengaged position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when
you try to manually push the tractor for-

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to
be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

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

2. Measure distance between brake oper-
ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut
against nut "A".

4. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in '"transmission

engaged" position.

With parking brake "Engaged"

"_t "A"

S.

Road test tractor for proper stopping
distance as stated above. Readjust
if necessary. If stopping distance is
still greater than five (5) feet in highest
gear, further maintenance is neces-
sary. Replace brake pads or contact a
Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

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

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around
engine pulley.

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

transmission input pulley and over
cooling fan blades.

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

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down around
transmission cooling fan and onto the

input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll
around the top groove of engine pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and
clutching idler.

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

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Engine Pulley

Clutching Idler _ I

_/Jam Nut

,_-_-_erating

Do not to_th_rrbrake
adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or

other qualified service center.

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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

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

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

2. Start engine and move motion con-
trol lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

3. Hold motion control lever in that posi-
tion and turn engine off.

4. While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5. Move motion control lever to the neu-
tral (N) (lock gate) position.

6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower
deck height to the lowest position.
After above adjustment is made, if the
tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral
position, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.

2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above
steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Lever Neutral

Lock Gate

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER
The front wheel toe-in and camber are not
adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or
camber, contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

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

wheels have a square key - Do not
lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

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

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

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Retaining '

Cover

Square Key
(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

..... ' Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/
REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal
for service or replacement, it should be
purged after reinstallation and before op-
erating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANS-
MISSION" in the Operation section of this

manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL
ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars
horizontal. Tighten securely.

,_iLWARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-
erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-
teries. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-
TERY" 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 system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

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

battery(A-B), taking care not to short

against tractor chassis.

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

25 fully charged battery.

3. Connecttheotherend ofthe BLACK
cable(D) togoodchassisground,

awayfromfuel tank andbattery.

TOREMOVECABLES,REVERSE
ORDER-

1. BLACKcablefirstfromchassisand
then fromthe fullychargedbattery.

2. REDcablelast frombothbatteries.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged
Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_k, WARNING: 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 seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining
hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

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 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
behind the dash.

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 liftoff of
tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-
connect the headlight wire connector.

Terminal

Positive

(Red)
Cable

Keps . _.
Nut _ Hex

Negative (Black) Cable

Bolt

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ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers ex-
pense, may be performed by any non-road
engine repair establishment or individual.
Warranty repairs must be performed by an
authorized engine manufacturer's service

outlet.

TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be nec-
essary. Check adjustment as described
below before loosening cable. If adjust-
ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from slow to choke posi-
tion. Slowly move lever from choke to
fast position.

2. Check to see if hole in throttle lever
and hole in speed control bracket are
aligned.

3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable
clamp screw and align the holes by

inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit
through both holes.

4. Pull throttle cable up to remove slack
and tighten cable clamp screw. Re-
move alignment pencil or drill bit.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-
essary. However, minor adjustment may
be required to compensate for differences
in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the
carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:
In general, turning the adjusting needles
in (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air
mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out

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

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and
seats in carburetor may result if turned in
too tight.
NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is
low emission. It is equipped with an idle
fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,
which allows some adjustment within the
limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt
to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap
cannot be removed without breaking the
adjusting needle.

1. Be sure you have a clean air filter and
the throttle control cable is adjusted
properly (see above).

2. Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes. Make adjustments with engine
running and shifVmotion control lever
in neutral (N) position.

3. Idle speed setting - With throttle control
lever in slow position, engine should

idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too
slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting
screw in or out until correct idle is at-

tained.

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

fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise)
until engine begins to die and then turn
out (counterclockwise) until engine
runs rough. Turn needle to a point
midway between those two positions.

5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if nec-
essary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

6. 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 neces-
sary, 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. Overspeed-
ing the engine above the factory high
speed setting can be dangerous. If you
think the engine-governed high speed
needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper
equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Cable
Clamp "---..J_F_

Screw _-)

Speed Coontrol _'j,_

' ' ' Throttle L ver

Idle Speed
Adjusting_ _T_- I

screwII

Adjusting -----'1[_ _r_) I

Needle I'' _ .L_,!__

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Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

WARNING: Never store the tractor

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

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for a

period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a
clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

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

the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.

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

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

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,
battery cables should be disconnected
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

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

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

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

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage.

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

1. Drain the fuel tank.

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

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-
age 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 car-

buretor. Do not drain the gas tank and
carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

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

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust
and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-

tective cover that does not retain mois-
ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

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

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Will not start 1.

CAUSE CORRECTION

Out of fuel.

2.

Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.

3.

Engine flooded.

4.

Bad spark plug.

5.

Dirty air filter.

6.

Dirty fuel filter.

7.

Water in fuel.

8.

Loose or damaged wiring.

9.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of
adjustment.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" in
Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before
attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carbure-
tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

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

section.

10. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of
adjustment.

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is
engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence
switch(es).

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or
starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

Engine clicks but

will not start

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

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1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or
starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

fast. reduce speed.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 2. Adjust throttle control.

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

4. Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.

9. Water in fuel.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure-
tor, refill tank with fresh gas-
oline and replace fuel filter.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

10.Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.

11.Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12.Dirty/clogged muffler.

13.Loose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburetor out of adjustment.

11.Clean engine air screen/fins.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14.See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments

section.

15.Engine valves out of
adjustment.

15.Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when
operator leaves

seat with
attachment

iclutch 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.

.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

2.

Mower deck not level.

3.

Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower.

4.

Bent blade mandrel.

5.

Clogged mower deck vent
from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around
mandrels.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade
bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

.

Check wiring, switches and
connections. If not corrected,

contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower
housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

CAUSE CORRECTION

Mower blades will
not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

1. Obstruction in clutch
mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive
belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

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

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around
mandrels.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact aSears or other
qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in
"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before
mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air
pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower
housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.

10. Replace with blades listed
in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning
engine "OFF"

.

Switch is "OFF".

2.

Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out

3.

Faulty light switch.

4.

Loose or damaged wiring.
Blown fuse.

5.

1.

Bad battery cell(s). 1.

2.

Poor cable connections. 2.

3.

Faulty regulator 3.
(if so equipped).

4.

Faulty alternator. 4.

1.

Freewheel control in 1.

"disengaged" position.

2.

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

3.

Air trapped in transmission 3.
during shipment or servicing.

.

Engine throttle control not set 1.
at "SLOW" position for 30

seconds before stopping
engine.

1. Turn switch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec-
tions.

5. Replace fuse.
Replace battery.

Check/clean all connections.
Replace regulator.

Replace alternator.
Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

Replace motion drive belt.
Purge transmission.

Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before
stopping engine.

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SERVICE NOTES

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SCHEMATIC

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BATTERY

FUSE STARTER

CLUTCH / BRAKE

I (PEDAL UP)

SOLENOID

,,

I 1 (CLUTCH OFF) ) , ,

GREEN

L J __ SOLENOID

SEAT SWITCH I t_ _30/] (_FSO EQUIPPED)

(NOT OCCUPIED) 187 I 301 BL_CK

_ I 85 86 I FUEL SHUT-OFF

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87A : IGNITION PLUG

OPERATOR UNIT GAP

]ESE TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

PRESENCE RELAY #1

301

YELLOW

I LINE I

BLACK

(2 PLUGS ON

sPA K

_3LACK •

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUNVUGHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START _ + S + AI NONE

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pR EsOPNEcRATROERAy #3 _ " "

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RED

RELAY

: 87 : 30 BLACK ½

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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KEY PART
NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 163465

2 74760412
8 176689

16 176137

21 183759
22 4152J

24 4799J
25 146147

26 175158
27 73510400

28 4207J
29 160784

30 175566
33 140403

40 179722
41 71110408

42 131563
43 178861

45 122822X

52 141940

81 109748X
90 180449

Battery
Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 Unc x 3/4

Box Batt.ery Fender
Switch, Interlock

Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J)
Bulb, Light

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"
Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire

Fuse, 20 Amp
Nut Keps Hexl/4-20 Uric

Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12"

Switch, Plunger Normal Op Olive
Switch, Ignition

Key, Ignition
Harness, Ignition

Belt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2

Cover, Terminal, Red

Solenoid

Ammeter Rectangular

Protection Wire Loop
Relay Asm.

Cover Terminal Battery

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis Stamping

2 176554 Drawbar
3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash
9 168337X013 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1
11 174996 Panel, Dash, LH.

13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.
14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 185682X613 Hood Assembly
18 184921 Bumper Hood

26 STD541437 Nut
28 184247 Grille Lens Asm

30 175692X613 Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT
31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support

37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
38 175710 Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear
39 174714 Bracket Pivot

58 150127 Duct Air Engine P/L LT
60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 Unc x 3/4

64 154798 Dash Lower STLT
74 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT
143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT
145 156524 Jod Pivot Chassis/Hood

159 155123X428 Cupholder
166 171875 Screw 13-16 x 3/4

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16 -18 TT
207 17670508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x1/2TYTT
208 17670608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

209 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
212 184248 Insert Lens Reflective

258 184245X599 Lens RH
259 184246X599 Lens LH

260 184250X428 Cover Lens
261 184258X428 Insert Grille

- - 5479J Plug, Button
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

37

GROUND DRIVE

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116

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GROUND DRIVE

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KEY PART KEY
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 70

8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 73

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 74
14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 75

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr 5 76
16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/ins. 5/16-18 Unc 77

19 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 78
21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 81
22 169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 82

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 83
25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 84

26 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 Ga. 89
27 STD561210 PinCotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 90

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 95
29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 96

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 116
32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 120

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 150
35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 151

36 19211616 Washer 156
37 1572H Pin, Roll 158

38 179114 Pulley, Composite, Flat 159
39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 161

41 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler 162
47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 163

48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 164
49 123205X Retainer, Belt 165

50 72110612 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 166

51 STD541437 Nut Crewnlock 3/8-16 Unc 168

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 169

53 105710X Link, Clutch 197

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 198

56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.04 199

57 140294 V-Belt 200

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 202
61 17120614 Screw. 3/8-16 x .875 212

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 250
63 175410 Pulley, Engine
64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5
65 STD551143 Washer

66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

Hydro Gr 314-0510 71

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

PART
NO. DESCRIPTION

134683 Keeper Belt Engine
169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro
169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro

137057 Spacer
121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16Ga.

STD581075 E-Ring
123583X Key, Square
121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16Ga.

165596 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered
165711 Spring Torsion
19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
169594 Link Transaxle

164890X428 Console, Shift
124346X
170201

4497H
72140608

7390O6O0
175456

19133210
166002

165589
183900

72140406
73680400

74780416
19091010

165623
166880

165492
165580

169613
169593

169612
72140508

72110614
145212

17060612

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc
Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires
Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25
Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16
Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
Washer Srrted 5/16 ID x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount
Hub Shift

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5
Nut Crownleck 1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5
Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever
Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
Plate Fastening
Nyliner Snap-in 5/8"1D

Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105" Hyd
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Bolt Rdhd Sgnk 5/16-18 Unc x 1
Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4Gr.5

Nut Hex Fig. Lock
Screw 3/8-16 x .75

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

184704X428 Steering Wheel

2

172393 Axle Assembly

3

169840 Spindle Assembly, LH.

4

169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

5

6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6

121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16Ga.

8

12000029 Ring, Klip

10

175121 Draglink

11

STD551137 Washer, Lock

12

73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf

13

136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front

15

145212 Nut, Hexflange Lock

17

180641 Shaft Assembly, Steering

26

126847X Bushing, Link, Drag

28

19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

29

17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

30

STD561210 Pin

32

130465 Rod, Tie

36

155099 Bushing, Steering

37

152927 Screw

38

159946X428 Insert, Steering Wheel

39

19182411

40

STD541537

41

159945

42

145054x428

43

121749X

44

180640

46

184946X505

51

73540408

54

74780520

65

160367

67

72140618

68

169827

71

175146

82

169835

87

173966

88

175118

91

175553

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Washer 9/16 x 1-1/2 11 Ga.
Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf

Adaptor, Steering Wheel
Boot, Steering Shaft
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT
Cap, Spindle

Nut Crown Lock 1/4-28
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Uncx 1-1/4

Spacer Brace Axle
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4
Axle, Brace

Steering Asm
Bracket Susp Chassis Front
Washer .781 x 1-1/2 x .14
Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

Clip Steering

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

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

170548X505 Control, Throttle 37 137040

17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 38 181654
3 Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler 44 17670412
4 174667 Muffler

13 12-041-03 Gasket Kohler
14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

16 STD551237 Washer
23 169837 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard
29 137180 Arrestor, Spark

31 184900 Tank, Fuel
32 140527 Cap Fuel

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

1/4-20 x 5/8 40 124028X
Model No. CV490-27508

45 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4
46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
80 74760508 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Uric x 1/2

101 M73030800 Nut Flan-ge M8-1.25 Non-LkZinc
105 17120616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1

NOTE: All component dimensions given

1 inch = 25.4 mm

42

DESCRIPTION

Line, Fuel
Plug, Drain Oil Easy

Bushing Snap
Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.,
Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4

in U.S. inches

SEAT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART
NO. NO,

1 180597

2 180166
3 71110616

4 19131610

5 1450O6

6 STD541437
7 124181X

8 17000616
9 19131614

10 180186
11 166369

12 121246X

11

12

DESCRIPTION

Seat
Bracket, Pivot, Fender

Bolt
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

Clip, Push-In Hinged

Nut

Spring, Seat
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Pan, Seat

Knob Seat
Bracket, Switch Mounting

J

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing, Snap
14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

15 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88
16 121250X Spring

17 123976X Lecknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5
21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

22 STD541431 Nut
24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

43

DECALS

KEY PART
NO. NO.

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KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

10

13 16

DESCRIPTION

1 156811
2 177367

3 186280
4 186281

5 186244
6 133644

7 186283
8 172331

9 186282

10 156439

11 179128

12 146046

WHEELS &TIRES

Decal, Oper. Instr. 13 177353
Decal, HP Engine 14 160396
Decal, Hood, R.H. 15 184842

Decal, Hood, L.H. 16 138047
Decal, Hood Replacement 17 184843

Decal, Customer Maintenance 18 184065
Decal, Hood Side 20 149516

Decal, Deck - - 138311
Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 165800X428

Decal, Fender Danger - - 165799X428
Decal, Deck"B"42" - - 169210

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic - - 184996

4,10

7

- - 184997

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2

65139 Stem, Valve

3

106222X Tire, Front

4

59904 Tube, Front Tire

5

106732X624 Rim, Front

6

278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

7

9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

8

11

106108X624 Rim, Rear

9

122082X Tire, Rear

10

7152J Tube, Rear Tire

11

104757X428 Cap, Axle
144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

Decal, Lower Dash
Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Grille, RH
Decal, Battery Diehard

Decal, Grille, LH
Decal, Steering
Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Lift Handle
Pad Footrest LH STLT
Pad Footrest RH STLT

Decal By Pass LT Hydro
Owner's Manual, English
Owner's Manual, Spanish

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Only)

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 159460
2 159471
3 105767X

4 120OO0O2
5 19211621

6 120183X
7 125631X

8 122365X

11 139865

12 139866

13 STD624008

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

LiftLever Inner Wire Assembly 15 173288

Shaft Assembly, Lift 16 73350800
Pin, Groove 17 175689

E-Ring 18 73800800
Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

Bearing, Nylon 19 139868
Grip, Handle, Fluted 20 163552

Button, Plunger, Red 31 169865
Link, Lift, L.H. 32 73540600

Link, Lift, R.H.
Retainer Spring

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

1inch = 25.4 mm

45

DESCRIPTION

Link, Front

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion

Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert
1/2-13 Unc

Arm, Suspension, Rear

Retainer Spring
Bearing, Pvt, Lift
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

MOWER DECK

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MOWERDECK

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

1 165892
2 STD533107

3 138017
4 165460

5 STD624008
6 178024

8 850857
9 STD551137

10 140296

11 134149

-- 139775

-- 138971

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

16 174493

18 72140505

19 132827

20 159770
21 STD541431

23 177563
24 105304X

25 123713X
26 110452X

27 130968X428
28 19111016

29 131491

30 173984
31 129963
32 153535

33 178342
34 STD533717

36 131494
37 STD551037

40 STD541437
44 140O88

45 STD624003
46 137729

48 133944
52 139888

53 184907
54 178515

55 155046

Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer
Bolt 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 67 1849396 Knob Custom Oval
Front 68 144959 V-Belt

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck 92 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16
Retainer Spring 101 136420 Mulcher Cover

Bar Sway Deck 102 71081010 Screw Pan Hd Phillips 10-24 x 5/8
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 103 19061216 Washer #10

Washer, Lock 104 STD551110 Washer, Lock#10
Washer, Hardened 105 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger
(The following blades are 106 2029J Nut, Weld

available) 111 179292 Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.
Blade, 42" Mulching Std 112 179293 Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

(For mulching mowers only) 113 17060510 Screw 3/8-16 x .625
Blade, 42" Mulching Premium 114 STD541431 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 Unc

(For better wear when mulching) 115 72110505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Blade, 42" Hi-Lift 116 4898H Bolt, Shoulder

(For bagging or discharging) 117 165746 Wheel, Gauge
Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, 118 73930600 Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16

Vented 119 STD551037 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 129 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga.
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc xl Gr. 5
Stripper, Mower Deck 131 STD533710 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 Uric x 1

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 142 165890 Arm Spring Brake Mower
Bolt, Shoulder 143 157109 Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Baffle, Vortex 144 158634 Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable
Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 Uric 145 165888 Pulley Idler Flat

Bracket, Deflector 146 171977 Bolt Carriage Idler
Cap, Sleeve 147 131335 Spring Extension

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 148 169022 Spring Return Idler
Nut, Push 149 165898 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

Shield, Deflector 150 19091216 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga. 151 169670 Bracket Clutch

Rod, Hinge 152 169676 Cable Clutch 42 tn
Screw Thdrol DOD PT Hex 153 169674 Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Washer, Spacer 154 169675 Spring Retainer
Pulley, Mandrel 155 169671 Spring Retention Lever

Nut, Toplock, Flanged 156 169672 Spacer
Bolt 157 169669 Rod Clutch

Pulley, Idler, Flat 158 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8
Washer 13/32x13/16x16Ga. 159 72140614 BoltRdhdSqn3/8-16Uncx1-3/4
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 184 19131410 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga.

Guard, Mandrel, L.H. - - 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes
Retainer housing, shaft and shaft hardware
Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 only-pulley not included)

Washer, Hardened -- 169583 Replacement Mower, Complete
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake
Washer, Hardened NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inches

Arm, Idler 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

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

1 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 59 170408
2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 60 142883

3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 61 142882

4 170354 Swashplate, Trunion 62 142887

5 169898 Block - Assembly
6 170355 Sealant 10.50z 64 142892

7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 65 170411
8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double 67 170413
9 170358 Shaft, Input 69 170415

10 170359 Ring - Retaining 70 170416
11 170360 Spacer 71 170417

12 169870 Ring - Retaining
13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 72 170418

14 169869 Ball Brg 17ram Id X 40ram
16 170362 Hex Flange Head Screw 5/
17 170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 75 170420

18 170364 Arm, Control
19 150771 Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust 76 170421

23 170365 Check Plug Assembly, Washer 77 170422
24 170366 Shaft, Motor 78 142969

27 170367 Gear - Pinion, 13t 79 142980
28 170368 10ti48t Gear 80 150778

29 170369 Gear, 10t Jackshaft
30 170370 60t Bull Gear 81 170423

31 170371 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 82 170424
32 170389 SleeveBearing(Outboard) 83 161168
33 142991 Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/20d X 85 170426
34 170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal 88 170429

35 170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, 90 170430
36 170392 Sha ,Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, 107 170432
37 150792 Miter Gear (Splined)

38 150793 Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 109 170434
39 150809 Shaft 111 170435

40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 113 170437
41 170394 Pin, Jackshaft

42 170395 Magnet, Ring 116 170438
43 170396 Spring, Bypass 119 170439

44 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 120 170440
45 170397 Filter

46 170398 Base, Filter
47 170399 Actuator, Bypass 122 170442

48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 123 170443
49 170401 Arm, Bypass 124 170444

50 170402 Retaining Ring .250 External
51 170403 Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250

52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.OOd 126 170446
53 170405 Retaining Ring 127 170447

54 170406 Bearing, Center Block 128 173165
55 142977 Spring - Helical Compression

56 142978 Washer 900 166768
57 150798 20w-50 Oil

58 170407 BrakeYoke

Machined 63 170410

1.25 66 170412

End 68 170414

Od X 12mm 73 142884

16-24X0.75 74 170419

X .625

.75xl .750x.625 84 170425
.13Thk 87 142917

R.H_t 93 170431
L.H.) 108 170433

2.5 Long 121 170441

Tc 125 170445
X .05 Thk

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

Rotor, Brake
Brake Puck
Puck Plate

Brake Actuating Pin
Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 Wi

Patch,SpecialFlange
Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch

Spacer
Spring, Brake Arm Bias

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

Arm, Brake

Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24
Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

Compression Spring Brake

Anti-Drag
Washer, Ht .5 I.D.X 10.D. X

.032

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

Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25
Check Plug Assembly, .027,

Washer
Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack
Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975
Spring, Helical Comp

Spacer
Hex Lock Nut 5/16-

24Unjf(Nylon Insert)

Wedge, Friction Pack

Clip, Washer .316xl .50x.1046
(Plated)

Pin, Standard Headless
Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

Hose, Expansion Tank
Cap - Poppet Valve

Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32Xl/2
Puck, Inner Wedge

Spring Clip - Housing Thrust
Deflector

Washer,Motor Shaft

.71idx1.15odx.030thk
Plug, Sae #6

O-Ring .07 X .301 I.D.
Bracket, Support Expansion

Tank

Silicon Sponge
Fan, 7 In.

Pulley
Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon

Insert)

Washer, Belleville

Belt Keeper
Center Section-Filter-Bypass

Assembly

Filter Assembly
Fan - Pulley Service

Assembly

Seal - O-Ring Kit
Kit, Expansion Tank

Transaxle Complete

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CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHERJ

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20 1tO

CRANKCASEJ

22 22 t

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CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

25-351-01 -S

12-755-94-S

Lifter, valve (2)
Kit, cylinder head (Includes 1
3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S 2

(Qty.2), 12 041 02-S, & 12
041 03-S) 3

3
4

5

7
8

9

10
11

12-411-03-S
12-041-10-S

12-017-01-S
12-017-02-S

12-016-01-S
12-016-02-S

25-139-60-S

12-318-36-S

25-186-01-S

12-599-03-S
M-640034-S

Rod, push (2) 4
Gasket, cylinder head

Valve, intake (Std.) 5
Valve, intake (.25) 6

Valve, exhaust (Std.) 7
Valve, exhaust (.25) 8

Plug, allen hd. pipe 1/8"
Cylinder Head

Arm, rocker (2)
Pivot, rocker arm (2)

Screw, hex. flange
M6xl.0x34 (2)

12
13

14
15

16

12-089-01-S
12-173-01 -S

12-755-03-S
12-468-05-S

12-112-13-S

Spring, valve (2)
Cap, valve spring (2) 9

Kit, retainer (2) 10
Washer, plain 13/32"

Spacer, head bolt exhaust
_ort

17

12-086-15-S

crew, hex. flange

M10x1.5x81 (5) 11
18
19

20

25-237-14-S

12-326-03-S
M-645020-S

Clamp, hose (2) 12

Hose, breather

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x20 (5) 13

21
22

12-096-07-S
M-545010-S

Cover, valve w/nipple

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8xl 0

23
24

12-018-01-S
12-402-02-S

Retainer, breather reed

Reed, breather

CRANKCASE

KEY PART
NO. NO.

12-032-03-S

12-445-02-S

M-839025-S
24-380-13-S

12-755-49-S
12-089-31-S

12-422-08-S
12-422-09-S

12-422-10-S
12-422-11-S

12-422-12-S
12-422-13-S

12-422-07-S
12-144-28-S

12-874-07-S
12-874-11-S

12-874-08-S
12-874-09-S

12 018 02-S
12-108-07-S

12-108-08-S
12-108-09-S

12-067-11-S
12-067-06-S

14

12-380-01-S

15

12-043-05-S

16

M-631005-S

17

12-144-02-S

18

52-139-09-S

19

12-755-64-S

20

X-25-102-S

21

12-032-01-S

22

M-631015-S

23

12-154-05-S

DESCRIPTION

Seal, crankshaft
Block, cylinder

Use Short Block 12 522 51)

rap, lifting

Screw, hex. flange
M8x1.25x25

Dowel, locating (4)
Kit, camshaft (Includes 7,8)

Spring, actuating
Shim, camshaft (A.R.) blue

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) red
Shim, camshaft (A.R.) yel
low

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

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) black
Shim, camshaft (A.R.) white
Shaft, balance

Piston wiRing Set (Std.)
(Includes 11,12)

Piston wiRing Set (.08)
Piston wiRing Set (.25)

Piston wiRing Set (.50)
Retainer, piston pin (2)

Ring Set (Std.)
Ring Set (.25)

Ring Set (.50)

Connecting Rod (Std.)
Connecting Rod (.25)

Pin, governor regulating
Gear, governor
Washer, plain 6 mm

Shaft, governor gear

Plug, cup

Kit, gov. cross shaft w/clip

(Includes 23)
Washer, plain 1/4"

Seal, governor cross shaft
Washer, plain 6 mm
Clip, hitch pin

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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IGNITION/ELECTRICAL [

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19

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BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES]

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IGNITION/ELECTRICAL

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

12-086-14-S

Screw, hex. flange
M10x1.5x46

2
3

4
5
6

7
8

9

12-468-03-S

24-162-03-S
25-086-47-S

12-157-06-S

X-42-15-S

12-025-15-S
12-155-09-S

M-548025-S

Washer, plain 3/8"
Screen, grass

Bolt, shoulder M6x1.0x16 (4)
Fan

Key
Flywheel

Connector
Screw, hex. cap M5xO.8x25

(2)

10
11

12-085-09-S
M-545020-S

Stator - 15 amp with stator
brake

Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8x20

c2/

12
13

14
15

12-154-06-S

41-403-09-S
X-22-11-S

M-639016-S

lip, cable (2)

Regulator, rectifier- 15 amp
Washer, lock 1/4"

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0xl 6

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

1 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

2 24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4"
3 12-146-07-S Plate, blower housing

4 M-550010-S Screw, hex. flange
5 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion

6 12-027-76-S Housing, blower
7 12-063-18-S Baffle, intake side

8 25-154-02-S Clip, mounting (3)
9 12-086-37-S Screw, captive washer

10 12-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder head
11 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

12 12-063-19-S Baffle, cylinder

NOT ILLUSTRATED

M-541050-S

M5x0.8xl 0 (6)

M5x0.8xl 0

M5x0.Sx20 (3)

M6xl.0x16 (2)

Nut, hex. flange M5xO.8

02/

236602-S

16

12-132-02-S

17

X-728-1-S

18

M-545010-S

19

12-584-04-S

2O

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-176-44-S Harness, wiring

24-518-12-S Lead, black (6"- 12 gauge-

12-518-35-S Lead, white (36"- 18 gauge

onnector

Spark Plug
Clip, cable (2)

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl 0

(2)

Module, ignition

insulated grip barrel eyelet
terminals)

- fully insulated push on tab
and uninsulated socket termi

nals)

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-281-01-S Duct, air

2 25-341-03-S Knob, air cleaner cover
3 12-096-24-S Cover, air cleaner

4 12-083-12-S Precleaner, element
5 12-100-08-S Wing Nut

6 12-083-10-S Kit, air cleaner element

(Includes 5, 7, 8)

7 12-743-12-S Filter, element (Includes 5,

8)

8 12-032-11-S Seal 1-7/16"
9 12-094-07-S Base, air cleaner (Includes

11, 12)

10 12-072-04-S Stud, mounting plate

M6x1.0x75

11 12-086-01-S Screw, #10 Hi-Lo thread

forming (2)

13 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53-S Decal, air cleaner

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STARTING SYSTEM J

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2

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OIL PAN t LUBRICATION

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STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS

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

DESCRIPTION

M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange 1

M8x1.25x70 (2) 2

25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 3

3-8) 4

3

12-755-54-S Kit, drive end

4

12-227-18-S Cap, drive end 5
12-170-05-S Armature

5
6

12-221-01-S Kit, brush & spring 6

7

12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end 7

8

12-211-01-S Bolt, hex. flange 1/4-20x4- 8

5/8 (2) 9

10

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION 11

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12
13

14

2
3

4
5

6

12-038-01 -S

25-755-13-S

12-153-03-S
12-153-02-S

12-123-04-S
M-645025-S

Dipstick assembly (Includes
2-3)

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3)
O-Ring, oil fill cap

O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, hex. flange

15
16

17
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

M6x1.0x25

7
8

9

10

12-153-01-S

25-162-07-S

12-096-03-S
M-545016-S

O-Ring, lower oil fill tube
Screen, oil pickup

Cover, oil pickup screen
Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8xl 6

11
12

13
14

15
16

17

25-462-09-S
52-050-02-S

25-139-57-S

12-393-01-S
12-153-06-S

12-096-34-S
M-545016-S

Valve, oil pressure relief
Filter, oil

Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"
Pump, oil

O-Ring, oil pump cover
Cover, oil pump

Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8xl 6 (3)

18
19

12-032-03-S

24-086-16-S

Seal, oil (P.T.O.end)
Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45 (11)

20

24-086-17-S

Screw, hex. flange
M8x1.25x45

12-199-56-S

21

Assembly,Pan, oil (Incl.

11,14-17)

12-079-11-S
12-237-01-S

24-086-43-S
M-664020-S

Linkage, choke

Clamp, cable

Screw, hex. flange

Screw, lobed socket

M6xLOx20 (2)

12-536-10-S

Control, speed assembly

(Includes 6-9)

M-443025-S
M-443020-S

12-089-11-S
12-089-23-S

12-089-24-S
12-755-83-S

Screw, pan head M4xO.7x25

Screw, pan head M4xO.7x20

Spring, choke (2)

Spring, choke return

Spring, governor

Kit, governor lever (Includes
12-14)

12-100-07-S

52-211-O4-S

12-090-28-S

25-158-08-S

12-079-10-S

25-158-11-S

Nut, hex flange 1/4-20
Bolt, 1/4-20x1"

Lever, governor
Bushing, throttle linkage

Linkage, throttle
Bushing, throttle linkage

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CRANKSHAFT]

FUEL SYSTEM]

EXHAUST

3

/2

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27508

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1
2
3

M-641060-S
M-629116-S
12-853-118-S

Nut, hex. flange M6xl .O(2)
Stud M6xl .Oxl 16 (2)

Kit, carburetor w/gasket
(Includes 4,5,6 qty 1
Tie, cable 12-454-03-S,

Terminal 25-452-20-S)

12-041-02-S
12-053-118

Gasket, air cleaner
Carburetor assembly

(For informationonly not
available separately) (In
cludes Kit, float 12-757-02-S

Kit, carburetor repair

12-757-03-S, Kit, solenoid

repair 12-757-33-S)

6 12-041-01-S
7 12-265-06-S

8 25-237-14-S
9 52-353-22-S

10 25-050-03-S

11 47-154-01-S

Gasket, carburetor (2)
Deflector, heat

Clamp, hose (2)
Line, fuel 12-1/4"
Filter, fuel in-line

Clip cable

NOTILLUSTRATED

*M-561010-S

Screw, thread forming
M5x0.8xl O

*X-22-11-S
12-757-02-S

12-757-03-S
12-041-01-S
12-041-02-S

12-041-05-S
12-041-06-S

12-032-06-S
12-757-33-S

12-041-06-S
12-454-03-S

25-452-20-S

12-518-37-S

Washer, lock 1/4"
Kit, float
Kit, carburetor repair

Gasket, carburetor
Gasket, air cleaner

Gasket, bowl
Gasket, bowl screw

Seal, solenoid
Kit, solenoid repair

Gasket, bowl screw

Tie cable
Terminal

Lead, red, (37" - 20 gauge -
insulatedsocket and uninsu

lated socket terminals)

CRANKSHAFT
KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12-014-57-S

2 25-139-27-S

DESCRIPTION

Crankshaft (Includes 2)
Plug, cup

EXHAUST
KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2
3
4

5

25-072-04-S
12-041-03-S

12-126-11-S
12-445-06-S

M-645025-S

Stud, M8x1.25x33(2)
Gasket, exhaust manifold

Bracket muffler
Strap, lifting

Screw, hex. flange
M6xLOx25 (2)

PA-27508
12-522-51
12-755-93-S

Replacement Engine
Short Block

Gasket Set

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

*attaches carburetor ground lead to carb baffle.

57

SERVICE NOTES

58

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