Craftsman 917.273401 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

CRAFTSMAN

LAWN TRACTOR

18.0 HR 42” Mower Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.273401

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

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

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

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

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

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

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

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

AssemblyPre-Operation

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

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

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Maintenance Schedule

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

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

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

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

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

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in materia! or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your 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®.

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

piug.

WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

AwARNING: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause

you to lose control of your tractor.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle com ponents contain or emit chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

AwaRNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

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

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

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

• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never as sume that children wiil 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 Capacity and Type:

Oil Type

(API-SF-SJ):

Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints

Spark Plug:

(GAP: .030“)

Ground Speed

(MPH): Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Charging System: 3 Amps Battery

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Blade Bolt Torque:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

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

1.25 Gallons Unleaded Regular

SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32T)

W/0 Filter: 3.0 Pints

Champion RC12YC

Forward: 5.2 Reverse: 2.7

Rear: 12 PSI

5 Amps Headlights

Min. CCA: 230 Case Size: U1R

27-35 Ft. Lbs.

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.

AwaRNING: 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

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 to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service ap pointment online. Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to over 4.5

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. Pur chase your Repair Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information call 1-800-827-6655.

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of

home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home

items, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-

HOME®

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(1) Hex Bolt

1/4-28 X 1-1/4

Steering Extension Shaft

(1) Oil Drain Tube 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 easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below.

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

(1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, It means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating posi tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

2. Cut 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 cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

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 locknut. Tighten securely.

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

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

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

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

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

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

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

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.

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

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

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

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolts are positioned over the large slotted holes in pan.

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

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

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

7. Slide seat until a comfortabie 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.

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 Pan

rminal

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)

AwaRNING: 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.

Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.

Place freewheel control in "trans

3. mission engaged" position. (See “TO

TRANSPORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

Sit on seat in operating position,

4. depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral

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

attachment lift lever to its highest posi tion.

Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position. Release parking brake.

8. 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.

AcAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulching blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE pressure

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

rect tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PS I 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.

^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, dean,

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.

REVERSE HIGH

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

NEUTRAL

01 fl Q

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

LIGHT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

R N

H L |\| «^

LOW CHOKE FAST

SLOW

(S) 0 © c©

LOCKED UNLOCKED

AND FEET AWAY

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result In death or serious injury.

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

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate Injury.

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

IGNITION

^ llllH

SLOPE HAZARDS

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

■iKHMIIIii,

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.

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death, serious Injury and/or property damage.

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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.

Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch Lever

Light Switch Position

Throttie/Choke Contro!

Ciutch/Brake

Pedal

Freewheel

Control

Ammeter

Lift Lever Plunger

Attachment Lift Lever

Adjustment

y 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 or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

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

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

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in brake position. Make sure parking brake will hold trac

tor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Throttle/ Choke Control

Clutch/ Brake

Pedal

“Disengaged” Parking Brake

Position Engaged

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.

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

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to “backfire”.

• Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and

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

“Engaged” Position

Ignition Key

“Disengaged” Position

“Brake”

Position

• Never use choke to stop engine. 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 run

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this pos sibility, always stop engine when stopping

tractor on grass areas. AcAUTION: Always stop tractor com

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO 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.

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

twice. Make the first cut relatively high;

the second to desired height. TO 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. You must

remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equip ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging at

tachment clutch control. TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control.

AcauTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

Attachment Attachemnt Clutch Lever^^^A^ Lift Lever “Engaged” High

Position

“Disengaged” Position

Position

Low Position

Deflector Shield

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.).

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

AwARNING: Do not drive up or down

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

• Choose the slowest speed before 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 position and engage parking brake.

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

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

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

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowiy.

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

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re move and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL’ mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

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• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting ((See the

oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti

ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

AcauTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. IMPORTANT: When operating in 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 dutch/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.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

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

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake

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

3. Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used dur ing the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up.

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

be adjusted for best engine performance.

(See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.)

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PURGE TRANSMISSION

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 in an area that is flat for approximately 80 feet in front of the tractor and set the parking brake.

2. 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.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

full forward position and hold for five

(5) seconds, or approximately 40 feet. Slowly move lever to full reverse posi

tion and hold for five (5) seconds, or

approximately 20 feet. After the tractor moves approximately 20 feet in reverse return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this proce dure three (3) times.

Your transmission is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

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

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and 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.

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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, the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight.

• 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 (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

FILL !N DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Repiace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oii (with oii filter}

Change Engine Oif (without oil filter) Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen

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

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

in high ambient temperatures.

2 " Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

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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. At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manuai.

• At least 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 dean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

C CJ CT CT A I_1 I ICT

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.

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3 " Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil. 4 " Not required it equipped with majntenance'free battery. 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.

Do not overtighten.

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LUBRICATION CHART

(?) REFER TO Maintenance “ENGINE” SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they

must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow

dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

DATES

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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 manuai).

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 is fully 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 heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Trailing

Edge Up

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

Blade

®^Biade Bolt

Mandrel Assembly

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.

5/8” Bolt or Pin

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.

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• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

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

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

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak”

power.

1. 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 dean 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. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, they will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32‘"F. Check your engine oil level more frequent

ly to avoid possible engine damage from

running low on oil. 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. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

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

Oil Drain Valve

Closed and

Locked Position

Yellow Cap

oH.visc, cfiart!,, (

Drain Tube

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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 to the end of the drain valve.

7 Rgfjii 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. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate read

ing. Keep oil at “FULL” line on 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.

AIR filter

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Replace 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. Pull up on air filter cover handle and rotate towards engine.

2. Remove cover.

3. Carefully remove air filter cartridge and pre-cleaner from base.

4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from falling into carburetor. NOTE; If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge

firmly in base.

6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower

housing and replace cover.

7. Hook handle on cover and push down

on handle to close. IfWPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean cartridge.

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.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Debris may clog the engine’s air cool ing system. Remove blower housing and clean area shown to prevent overheating and engine damage.

Air Screen

Clean out chaff and debris

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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.

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 auto motive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmission covered to keep water out. Water in en gine or transmission will shorten the usful

life of your tractor. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

Clamp

Fuel Fi:

Clamp

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WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress dutch/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.

Roll belt off engine pulley.

Remove small retainer spring, and remove dutch spring off pulley bolt.

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

Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

Disconnect suspension arms from rear

7. deck brackets by removing retainer springs.

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 highest 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.

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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.

TO LEVEL fVIOWER HOUSING

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

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

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other.

• if adjustment is necessary, make adjust

ment 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.

• 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.

• 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 num ber 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.

Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be^Equal in Length

Bottom edge ®°ttom edge of of mower to _ ...s ground

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

----------

\l Ground Line 1

1 mwer to ground

Suspension Arm

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

Nut “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.

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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).

Mandrel Pulley

Mandrel

Pulley

Road test tractor for proper stopping

5. 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.

With parking brake “Engaged”

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. Pul! 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.

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. Pul! belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper and pul! belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down onto the input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pul! 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 puliey grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers.

6. Install mower (See “TO INSTALL

MOWER” in this section of manual).

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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE VER 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;

Loosen the adjustment bolt.

Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

Start engine and test.

If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/

REPLACEMENT

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

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN

MENT

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. 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.

Washers

Retaining Ring

/Vxle Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-

AwarninG: 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).

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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.

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

Connect the other end of the BLACK

3. cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.

Seat Pan

Terminal

Cover

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

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

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Battery Fully Charged Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

AwARNING: Do not short battery

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

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc.

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

1. Lift 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

Raise hood.

Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.

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

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ENGINE

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

repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized

engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be 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 that holes “A” in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line-up. If holes “A” are not aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle

valve and the seat in carburetor may result

if screw is turned in too tight. PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assem bled to the carburetor when making carburetor adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SETTING -(See “TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE” in this section of the manual.)

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

2. Move throttle control lever to slow posi tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve full travel clockwise then coun terclockwise until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions. Release throttle lever.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR 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. The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differ ences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load.

If the carburetor does need adjustment,

proceed as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

ACCELERATION TEST -

4. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (coun terclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust or damage may result.

IMPORTANT:

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.

Never tamper with the

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immediately prepare your tractor for stor age at the end of the season or if the trac tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

AcAUTION: 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, dean 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 TER

MINALS” 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 dam age the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en gine and letting 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 empty 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 p!ug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cyiinder(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 CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start 1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment.

Hard to start

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. 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. Empty 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.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See “To Adjust Carburetor”

in Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Engine wifi not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

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. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in “CHCKE” position.

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

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

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.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

I^ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power

(continued)

Excessive vibration

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dlrty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part{s).

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Empty fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh gas oline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11 .Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/repiace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

14.See “To Adjust Carburetor”

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part{s).

Replace damaged parts.

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

Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower blades will not rotate

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

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. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

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

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

q^ualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Poor grass discharge

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

1. Place throttle control in “FAST’ position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

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

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Poor grass discharge (continued)

Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped)

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. Switch is “OFF”.

2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

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.

1. Turn switch “ON”.

2. Replace bu!b(s) or lamp(s).

3. Check/repiace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive 1. Freewheel control in

Engine “backfires” when turning engine “OFF”

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

“disengaged” position.

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

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing.

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

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/dean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in “engaged” position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

1. Move throttle control to “SLOW” position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE”

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START B + S+A1 NONE

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS EOUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

HEADLIGHTS

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

163465

2 74760412 8 176689

16 176138

183759 22 4152J 24

4799J

146147

25 26 175158 Fuse 20 AMP 27

73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

4207J

121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray

29 30 175566 33 140403 Key Ign 40 179720 Harness ign 41

71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 unc x 1/2 42

131563 43 178861 Solenoid

121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

45 52

141940 90 180449

Battery Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 Box Battery Fender Switch, Interlock Harness Asm Light W/4152j Bulb Light #1156 Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" red Cable Battery 6 Ga. w/16 wire red

Cable Ground 6 Ga. 12* black Switch Ign

Cover Terminal Red

Protection Wire Loop Cover Battery Fender

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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TRACTOR -

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART NO. NO.

2 176554

9 168337X013

10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 11 13 172105X010 14 17

18 26 28 190380 Grille Lens Asm (includes #'s 29 and 29 174332X599 Lens, Laser 30 174738X558 Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT 31 139976 37 38 175710 39 60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 3/4 64 74

142 175702

143 186689 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582

145

166 171875 206 170165 207 208 17670608 ScrewThdroi 3/8-16x1/2 209 212

- -

MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

DESCRIPTION

174619 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

174996 17490608

185682X558 184921 Bumper Extrusion STD541437

17490508 174714 154798

73680600

156524

17670508 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Bl.

175143 Insert Lens Reflective 5479J

Chassis Stamping Drawbar"

Dash Panel, Dash, L.H.

Panel, Dash, R.H. ScrewThdroi 3/8-16 X 1/2 Hood Assembly Laser

Nut

Bracket, Fender Support Screw Thdro! 5/16-18x1 /2 Tyt Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear Bracket Pivot Laser

Dash Lower STLT Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc Plate Reinforcement STLT

Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT Jod Pivot Chassis/Hood Screw 13-16x3/4 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT Screw Thdro! 5/16-18x1 /2 TYTT

Plug, Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

dflv0-hydro.silt„,52

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO.

8 165866

10 STD561210 14

10040400

74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5

15 16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/lns. 81 178140 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered

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

19 21 130564 22 178141 24

73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc 90

106888X

25 27

STD561210 28 175765 29 71673 30 174973 Bracket, Transaxle 32 74760512 34

175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x2 x 10 Ga.

120183X Bearing, Nylon

35 36 19211616 37 1572H

179114

72110622 Bolt 3/8-16 X 2-3/4 Gr. 5 1/4-20 X 3/4 Gr. 5

39 41

175556 47

127783

154407 Bellcrank, Clutch

123205X Retainer, Belt

72110612 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

STD541437

51 52

STD541431

10571OX Link, Clutch

105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 202 72110614 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr.5

55 56 17060620 57

178138 V-Belt 59 169691

17120614

61 62

8883R 63 175410 Pulley, Engine 64 173937 65 STD551143 66 154778

142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1 inch= 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Transaxle (See Breakdown) Peerless LTH2000 Rod Shift Fender Adjust Pin Cotter 1/8x1 CAD Washer Lock Hvy Helical

5/16-18 unc Knob 85 150360

Rod, Brake 89 164890X428 Spring, Brake Rod 95

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 CAD. Rod, Parking Brake Cap, Parking Brake

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 150 175456

Washer Pin, Roll Pulley, Composite 161 72140406

Keeper, Belt Idler Pulley Idler, V-Groove

Nut Crowniock 3/8-16 unc Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 unc 197

Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/4 212 145212 Keeper, Center Span

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

Bolt Hex 7/16-20 X 4 Gr. 5 263 Washer Keeper Belt Engine Hydro NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches

1/4-1/2 unc

NO. NO.

70 134683 74 137057 Spacer

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

75 76 STD581075 77 123583X

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

78 82 165711 Spring Torsion

83 19171216

124346X 178134 4497H Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

112

19091210 116 72140608 120 73900600

166002

156 158 165589 159 183900

162

73680400 163 74780416 165 165623 166 17490510 Screw 5/16-18 X 5/8

165492

168 169 165580

169613 198 169845

178122

245

178121

246 247

181463

251 17060516 252

19131616

17000612 Screw. 3/8-16x3/4

DESCRIPTION

Keeper Belt Engine

E-Ring

Key Square

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Nut Lock Center 1/4-28 FNTHD

Console, Shift

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-Hd 1/4 Disconnect Asm Rod Bypas LTH

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. Boll Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16

Spacer Retainer Washer Srrted 5/16 ID x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount Hub Shift Bolt Rdhd Sqnk

Nut Crowniock 1/4-20 unc Boll Hex Fin 1/4-20 unc x 1 Gr. 5 Bracket Pivot Lever

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening

Nyllner Snap-In 5/8"ID Washer Nyl

Nut Hex Flange Lock Strap Torque Lh LTH2000 Strap Torque Rh LTH2000 Link Shift Transaxle LTH2000 Screw 5/16-18 X 1 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

STEERING ASSEMBLY

—38

-12

-39

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TRACTOR -

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

DESCRIPTION

139768

184706 Axle Assembiy 3 169840 Spindie Assembly, LH. 4

169839 Spindle Assembly R.H.

6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

121748X

6 8 12000029

175121 Draglink

10 11 STD551137 Washer, Lock 12

73940800

13 136518

145212

15 17 180641

126847X Bushing, Link, Drag

26 28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

17000612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4

29 30 STD561210

130465 36 155099 37 152927 Screw 38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel

19183812

39 40 73540600 41 186737 Adaptor, Steering Wheel 42

145054X428 Boot, Steering Shaft

121749X

43 44

180640 46 184946X505 Cap, Spindle 51 73540400 54

71130420

160367

65 67

72140618

169827

68 71

175146 82

169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front 87

173966 88 175118 91 175553

188967 Washer Harden

Steering Wheel

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

Ring, Klip

Nut Hex Jam Topiock 1/2-20 unf Spacer Bearing Axle Front Nut, Hex Flange Lock Shaft Assembly Steering

Pin Cotter Rod, Tie Bushing, Steering

Washer 9/16 X 2-3/8

Nut Crownlock 3/8-24 unf

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Extension Shaft Steering Nut Crownlock 1/4-28

Bolt Hex 1/4-28 unf x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 Spacer Brace Axle Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Axle, Brace

Steering Asm.

Washer Flat

Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

Clip Steering

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 42

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

KEY

PART

NO.

170545 Control Throt /Ch

17720408

3 Engine (See Breakdown) 44 17670412 4 137352

13 165291 14

148456 169837

23 29 137180 31 184900 Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr 32

140527 123487X

33 37

137040

DESCRIPTION

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Briggs Model 31H777-0297-E1

Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt

Gasket 1 313 id Tin Plated Tube Drain oil easy Shield Browning/Debris Guard 78 17060620 Arrestor Spark

Cap Asm Fuel Clamp Hose BIk Line Fuel 20"

KEY

PART

NO.

181654

124028X Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line

17000612

45 46 19091416 Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga. 72

183906

81 73510400

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Plug drain oil easy Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x

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

Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1 Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/4 Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

Page 43

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

KEY PART

NO. NO.

188716 Seat

180166 3 71110616 4

19131610 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. 5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged

STD541437

6 7 124181X 8 17000616

19131614 Washer 13/32x1x14Ga.

10 180186 Pan Pnt Seat 11

166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingnut

12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

DESCRIPTION

Bracket Fender Pivot Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1

Nut Hex Lock w/lns 3/8-16 unc Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3/8-16 X 1

KEY PART NO. NO.

121248X

13 14 72050412 15 134300 Spacer Split 28 x 96 Zinc

121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt

17 123976X 21 171852 22

STD541431

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

DESCRIPTION

Bushing Snap Bik Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr, 5 Zinc

Boll Shoulder 5/16-18 unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/lns 5/16-18

NOTE; Ali component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25-4 mm

Page 44

DECALS

KEY

PART

NO.

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

KEY

PART

DESCRIPTION

NO.

DESCRIPTION

156811 2 190937 3 184728 Decal, Hood, R.H. 4

184729 Decal, Hood, L.H. 5 179128

133644

6 7

184730 Decal Hood Side LT1000 9 184899

10 156439 11 138047 12

146046 Decal, V-Be!t Drive Schematic

Decal, Oper. Instr. 13 Decal, Replacement

Decal, Deck ”B” 42” 20 149516 Decal, Customer Maintenance

Decal, Fender, Craftsman Decal, Fender Danger Decal, Battery

WHEELS & TIRES

183827

160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 15 189100 Decai, Engine 16 172331 Decai, Mower Hvy. Duty 12 Ga.

178392

138311 Decal, Lift Handle

- -

184310X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT

- -

184311X428

190940

190941

- -

Decal, Dash Pane!

Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Decal, Disconnect

Pad Footrest RH STLT Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish

KEY PART NO. NO.

59192

65139 106222X

3 4

59904 106732X624

278H

9040H 106108X624

106268X

7152J

104757X428 144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap Value Tire Stem Vaiue

TireFTs15x60-6 Service Tube Inner Front #35060

Rim Asm 6 "front White Service Fitting Grease Bearing Flange

Rim Asm 8"rear White Service Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service Tube Rear 9 5x8 Service

Cap Axie BIk 1 50 x 1 00

Seaiant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 45

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

KEY PART

NO. NO.

159460

2 159471

105767X

3 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

19211621

120183X Bearing Nyiong

6 7 125631X

122365X Button Plunger Read

139865

139866

DESCRIPTION

Washer Asm inner Spring W/Plunger Shaft Asm. Lift Pin Groove

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. Grip Handle Fluted Link Asm Lift L.H.

Link Asm Lift R.H.

KEY PART NO. NO.

13 STD624008 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 17

175689 18 73800800 19 139868

163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865

73540600

DESCRIPTION

Retainer Spring Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc

Trunnion

Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 unc Arm Suspension Mower

Bearing, Pvt. Lift Nut Crowniock 3/8-24

NOTE; Ali component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 46

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

Page 47

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO.

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42”

2 STD533107

138017

3 4

165460

5 STD624008

178024 Bar Sway Deck

850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8

STD551137 Washer, Lock

10 140296

134149

139775 138971 Blade, 42" Hi-Lift

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 14 128774

110485X

15 16 174493 18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8

132827

19 20 159770 21

STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 unc 23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 24 105304X

123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector

110452X

26 27

130968X428 28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 29 131491 Rod, Hinge

173984

30 31 187690 32

153535 Pulley, Mandrel

178342

33 34 72110612 Bolt Carr. Sh. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

131494

36 40 73900600 44

140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 45 STD624003 46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20x5/8

133944

DESCRIPTION

Boll Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front Bracket Sway Bar 38/42” Deck Retainer Spring

Washer, Hardened (The following blades are availa ble) Blade, 42" Mulching STD (For mulching mowers only) Blade, 42" Mulching Premium (For better wear when mulching)

(For bagging or discharging) Housing, Mandrel, Vented

Bearing, Bali, Mandrel Stripper, Vented Mower Deck

Bolt, Shoulder Baffle, Vortex

Cap, Sleeve Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector

Screw Thdro! Washer Head Washer, Spacer

Nut, Topiock, Flanged Pulley, Idler, Flat

Nut Lock 3/8-16 unc Retainer Washer, Hardened

NO. NO.

139888 184907

53 54

178515 55 155046 56 165723 59 141043 67

149846 68 144959 92 STD541437 Nut 101 136420 102

71081010 103 19061216 104

STD551110 105 160793 106 2029J

19131312

129 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr. 5 131 STD533710 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 1 142

165890 143 157109 144 158634 145 165888

171977

146 147

131335

169022 Spring Return Idler

148 149 165898 150 19091210 152

169676 158 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

72140614

159 184

19131410

188234

185

130794

- -

169583

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 unc Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Washer, Hardened Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Mulcher Cover

Screw Washer #10 Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld Washer 13/32 X 13/16 x 12 Ga.

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42”

Keeper Belt 42” Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carriage Idler

Spring Extension

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

Cable Clutch 42 in

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 unc x 3/4 Washer 13/32 X 7/8 X 10 Ga.

Head Asm. Cable Clutch

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Housing, Shaft and Shaft

Hardware Only-Pulley Not

Included

Replacement Mower, Complete

(Std. Deck-Order separately mul cher cover components key nos.

101-106)

Page 48

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

-J ~f- -J‘‘

'■HI M 11,'', i-1 . ' V’l ^ ' ', 'r

U;wU;:r ';,/ì;;ì-'ì‘'''''''ì'ìì

E10 '->1'

20j 2 Oh

(04

Page 49

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO.

772151 3 770135 Case 79 792201 5 776355 6 778263

786197

13 778368 14

778368

15 778373 17

786139 Drive Pin 103 792193 Screw, 1/4-28 x .490 22 792194 Spring 104 23 792195

792073A Screw 1/4-20 X 1-1/4”

25 26 792125 28 792035 29 780065 31 780189

790071

36 37 790007

799021

792204

40 41 790102 42 792202 42A

792203

792171 Screw, 10-24 x .500 184

43 44A

790100 Inside Brake (Mach) 185 798050 44B

790099 45 790101 47

774869 48 774688 Axle 11.625 Drive) 49 778378 56 778379 65 780195 67

776440

DESCRIPTION

Cover L.H, Counter Shaft

Spur Gear 11T 87 788088A

Neutral Sleeve (.572) Bevel Gear (Incl. 14) (13 Teeth) Bevel Gear (Incl. 13) (13 Teeth)

Ring Gear (54 Teeth) 102 792184 Washer .437ID .078W

Washer .750 ID

Retaining Ring 107

Retaining Ring

Washer .627 ID .091W Washer .563 ID .062W

Brake Disk Brake Pad Plate Brake Pad 150

Roll Pin .25 Brake Lever Screw, 1/4-20 X 3/4 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4

Outside Brake (Casting) Actuator Rod Axle 16.812

Spur Gear 18T Spur Gear 81T

Washer .7501D .062W 207

Brakeshaft

NO. NO.

70 786196

792154

792141 Washer .3771D .058W

99 100 792200 101 792199

792198

105 780096

786162

106

792046 788104

109 113 786199 Sleeve Ass’y (incl. 157) 114

786200 Sleeve Ass’y (Incl. 87) 115 786198 Sleeve Assembly (Incl. 87) 127 784384

788093A 157 788102 Oil Seal 9/16”iD 180 730229 BOH Spec. (80W90) 182

788103 183 792118 Relief Valve

792196 Hose Barb 190 792150

191 792151 Nut 7/16-20

794787 Differential (Gear Reduction

200

798044

203 206 798055

798053

208 798040

798054

209 210 794788

DESCRIPTION

Spacer .625.765 Spring Oil Fill Plug Oil Seal 3/4”

Snubber Washer Snubber Spring .47ID

Nut, 3/8-24 Washer .625 ID .057W Sleeve Assembly Screw, 1/4-20 x 1” “O” Ring

Shift Lever Ass’y (incl. 109) Liquid Gasket RTV Silicon

Grommet

Tubing 1/2x5

Washer

Pulley & Hub Ass’y Disconnect Lever Mounting Plate Fan Control Lever Hydro Module LH Fender Con-

Page 50

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0297-El

Page 51

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0297-El

333 I

8S1 S*

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

B.^

617 (J

1022

868 ii)

216

305A

1070 1

697

Page 52

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0297-El

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

137 f

276 (

240

187

527

601?

Page 53

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0297-El

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 2

399265 Kit-Bushing/Seai {Magneto Side) 108 3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 4

697188 Sump-Engine

698147 Head-Cylinder 117A 699457 0 Jet-Main (Standard) (Nikki)

5 7

699168 •+ 9 697109 • 11

697113 12

697110 • Gasket-C rankcase 13 690360 15 690946

697127

690947 •

20 22

692125

693557

23 24

222698 Key-Flywheel 130 691750 Valve-Throttle

699052 Piston Assembly (Standard) 130A

699054

Gasket-Cylinder Head Gasket-Breather 118A

Tube-Breather 121 697241 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Screw (Cylinder Head)

Plug-Oil Drain Crankshaft Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 698445) Screw (Crankcase Cover/Sump) 127

Flywheel

Piston Assembly (.020” Oversize) 131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft

106 108A

117 694352 0

118 697228

121A 699521 125 698445

125A

127A 690727 0 Plug-Welch (Nikki)

26 699051 Ring Set (Standard) 131A

697559 Ring Set (.020” Oversize) 133 494381

698469 28 697099 29 697126

697263

Lock-Piston Pin 133A 694914 Float-Carburetor (Nikki)

Pin-Piston Rod-Connecting (Standard) Rod-Connecting (.020" Undersize)

135 698780 137 137A

690577 0 690464 695419 Valve-Choke (Nikki)

699458

695005

699500 Valve-Throttle (Nikki)

699501

281165 m 698781 0

32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 141 495097 33 695760 Valve-Exhaust 34

695761 Valve-Intake

141A 142

698778 Kit-Choke Shaft (Nikki)

697140 0 35 691279 Spring-Valve (intake) 146 691639 36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 37

697108 Guard-Flywheel 188 691693 691752

Retainer-Valve

43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil

690564

45 46 48

698492 697762

Tappet-Valve 209 692208

Camshaft 216 691840 Link-Choke Short Block

50 690193 Manifold-Intake

692137 *0ф+ Gasket-intake

690227

53 54

691148

73 697133

Stud (Carburetor) Screw (Intake Manifold)

Screen-Rotating 74 697897 Screw (Rotating Screen) 78 691003 Screw (Flywheel Guard) 89 690283 Plug-Oil 276

690602 0

93 94

498030 Kit-Idle Mixture

94A

695425 95 691636 95A

690718 0

Bushing-Throttle Shaft

Kit-Idle Mixture (Nikki) Screw (Throttle Valve)

Screw (Throttle Valve (Nikki) 98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed 98A

695408

104

690525 0

104A

694918 0 105 231855 0 105A

696136 0

Kit-Idle Speed (Nikki)

Pin-Float Hinge

Pin-Float Hinge (Nikki) Vaive-Fioat Needle 121 Vaive-Fioat Needle (Nikki)

187

192

697098 Line-Fuel

691986

202 691841

222 694042 227 691374 231 691636 232 691842 Spring-Governor 238 691843 Cap-Valve 240 394358 Filter-Fuel 265

691024 Clamp-Casing

267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

692255 0t

276A

304 305

305A 306

307

•

695410 697783 697102 Screw (Blower Housing) 697103 697107 Shield-Cylinder 691003

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No. 977 inciuded in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095+

Seat-Inlet

Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude) Jet-Main (High Altitude) (Nikki)

Kil-Carburefor Overhaul (Nikki) Carburetor Carburetor (For Complete Carburetor, Service with

Plug-Welch

Kil-Throftle Shaft (Nikki) Float-Carburetor

Tube-Fuel Transfer

Gasket-Float Bowl Gasket-Float Bowl (Nikki) Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual Choke)

Nozzie-Carburetor Key-Timing

Screw (Control Bracket) Adjuster-Rocker Arm Link-Mechanical Governor Spring-Governor

Bracket-Control Lever-Governor Control Screw (Choke Valve)

Washer-Sealing

Housing-Blower

Screw (Blower Housing)

Screw (Cylinder Shield)

NOTE; A!i component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25-4 mm

Page 54

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273401

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0297-El

KEY PART KEY PART NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

309 693551 310 690323 311 497608 333 495859 Armature-Magneto 334 337 358 697191 Gasket Set-Engine 965 499613 363 19203 Flywheel Puller 383 89838 404 431 445 462 474 503 505 691251 510 693699 513 523 697086 524 691032 • 525 527 698467 544 692034 552 697144 Bushing-Governor Crank 559 693675 Screw (Remote Choke Stop) 562 579 691029 584 697112 601 614 616 617 634

634A 635 691909 643 654 684 697157 691 692 690572 Spring-Detent 697 690372 718 690959 729 741 750 691033 757 697607 Link-Counterweight 758 759 783 693713 789 698329 797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 121 801 691283 Cap-Drive 802 803 830 691095 842 847 851

691061 Screw (Magneto Armature) 691043

691691 697122 697634 691261 696459 691532 Strap-Starter

692024

697184 Tube-Dipstick

691119

95162 691620 692012 Crank-Governor 692138 0* Seal-0 Ring (Intake Manifold) 1059 698516 690801 0 Spring/Sea! Assembly (Manual 1070

698779 0 Spring/Seal Assembly (Nikki) 1091 691333

697417 Retainer-Air Filter 690958

692407 • Seal-Governor Shaft 1264 697104 Screw (Breather Reed)

691224 697128

697134 697392 Pin-Counterweight

691286 Cap-End 693757 Housing-Starter

691031 • Seal-0 Ring (Dipstick Tube) 697611 Dipstick/Tube Assembly 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug

Motor-Starter Boil (Starter Motor) 914 Brush Set

Plug-Spark

Wrench-Spark Plug Washer (Governor Crank)

Elbow-intake

Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge Washer (Starter Cable) Alternator 987A 698777 0

Nut (Governor Control Lever)

Drive-Starter Ciutch-Drive

Dipstick Seal-Dipstick Tube

Ciamp-Tube Starter-Armature

Boil (Governor Control Lever)

Nut (Starter Cable) Cover-Breather Passage Clamp-Hose

Pin-Cotter

Choke) 1090 691293 Boot-Spark Plug

Nut (Carburetor) Screw (Breather Passage Cover)

Screw (Drive Cap)

Pin-Locating 1266A Clip-Wire Gear-Timing Screw (Oil Pump Cover)

Counterweight 1330

Gear-Pinion Harness-Wiring

Stud (Rocker Arm)

868 690968 *-r Seal-Valve

690960 943 690589 • 947 947A 950

967 968 697446 975 495933

975A 699502 977 690192 987

1005 1017 1019 1022 1023 1024 499054 1026 692003

—

1027 492932 1029 691751 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod 1035 1036 695700 1040 698368 1044 1051 691265 1058 275038 Owner’s Manual

1095 690190 Gasket Set-Valve 1119 691183 1127 695407 1263

1265 697125 1266

1267 697662 Latch-Blower Housing 1270 697156 1279 690960 1329 31H777-0202 Replacement Engine

•

694393 Solenoid-Fuel

695423 Solenoid-Fuel (Nikki)

691657 Screw (Float Bowl)

697015 Filter-Pre Cleaner

691326 0 Seal-Throttle Shaft

697111

690770 Screen-Oil Pump

698814

272475 ‘-H

692492 Cover-Rocker Arm

692011

693784 Shaft-Pump

698139

690372

697124 Reed-Breather

691917 *0

697123 0 Seal-O Ring (Intake Elbow)

272147 Repair Manual

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No. 977

Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

NOTE; Ail component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch:= 25.4 mm

Screw (Rocker Cover) Seal-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover)

Cover-Oil Pump

Cover-Air Cleaner Bowl-Float Bowl-Float (Nikki) Gasket Set-Carburetor

Seal-Throttle Shaft (Nikki) Fan-Flywheel

Kit-Label Gasket-Rocker Cover

Pump-Oil Rod-Push (Intake) Rod-Push (Exhaust) Filter-Oil Arm-Rocker

Label-Emission Plate-Trim Screw (Flywheel) Ring-Retaining

Kit-ScrewA/Vasher Screw (Flywheel Fan) Retainer-Brush Cap-Limiter

Screw (Alternator) Screw-Float Bowl

Support-Blower Housing Seal-0 Ring (Intake Elbow)

Plug-AVS Counterweight Screw (Blower Housing Support)

Page 55

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WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

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slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent

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

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge Is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

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

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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

INSTALL SEAT

CHECK TIRE pressure

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

TO START ENGINE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

TRACTOR

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

BLADE CARE

BLADE REMOVAL

BATTERY

TRANSAXLE COOLING

V-BELTS

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

ENGINE OIL FILTER

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

MUFFLER

SPARK PLUG(S)

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

CLEANING

TO INSTALL MOWER

TO LEVEL fVIOWER HOUSING

ENGINE

TRACTOR

BATTERY

OTHER

SCHEMATIC

ELECTRICAL

GROUND DRIVE

ENGINE

SEAT ASSEMBLY

LIFT ASSEMBLY

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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