Craftsman 917.275280 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

GARDENTRACTOR

27.0 HP, 48” Mower Electric Start

AutomaticTransmission

Model No.

917.275280

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

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179 U.S.A.

Visit our Craftsman websiterwww.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 Safety Rules

Product Specifications

Assembly/Pre-Operation..............

Operation Maintenance Schedule

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Service and Adjustments...

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Troubleshooting Repair Parts

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchaste, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your convenience. IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Crafts man 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,

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

proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or 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 purchase 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 equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge. Sears will replace the battery at no charge. 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 available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman

product is dropped of 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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SAFETY RULES

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

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

^ft^Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

A, CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

^kwARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro ductive harm.

^^WARNING: Batteiy 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 ail instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

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

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

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

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect them selves and others from serious injury.

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

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

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-ofcontrol and tipover accidents, which can re sult 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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SAFETY RULES

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

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

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

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

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommenda-'' tions 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 necessary,

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.

Ш. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

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

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area. -

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

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

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching 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 equipment in good condition.

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

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

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

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

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

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

use extra caution when servicing them.

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

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SAFETY RULES

• 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 neces sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu ally downhill, if possible.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline

Capacity

and Type: Oil Type

(API-SF-SJ):

Oil Capacity:

Spark Plug:

Gap: .030")

Ground Speed (MPH):

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Charging

System:

Battery: Amp/Hr: 35

Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.

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

performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

5.0 Gallons Unleaded

Regular

SAE 10W30

(above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

W/ Filter: 4.5 Pints W/0 Filter: 4.0 Pints

Champion RC12YC

Forward; 0 - 5.8 Reverse: 0-2.1

Rear: 10PSI

15AMPS @ 3600RPM

Min. CCA; 280 Case size: U1R

We have competent, well-trained techni cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

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

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

AwARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

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

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

PARTS BAG CONTENTS

Video Cassette Keys

' ' Mower

Leveling

Wrench < ■

(4) Lockwasher

(2) Hex Bolts

(1) Oil Drain Tube

5/16-18x3/4

Slope Sheet

Bubble

Level

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ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin.

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

2. Remove packing materials.

3. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.

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

where tractor is to roll off skid.

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into sen/ice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See “BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging

instructions).

2. Release L.H. seat slide on seat pan by pulling out on adjustment handle and sliding it to the rear position exposing seat mounting holes from bottom. Slide R.H. slide to same rear position.

Mount rear of seat on slides using mounting bolls and lock washers as shown.

4. Pull out on adjustment handle and slide seat all the way forward. Install

front mounting bolts and lock washers. Tighten all mounting bolts securely.

5. Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat. Press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. If operating position

is not comfortable, adjust seat. To adjust seat: Grasp adjustment handle and pull out, slide seat to desired position and release adjustment handle.

Seat

INSTALL SEAT Seat position should be adjusted forward

or backward so that the operator can comfortably reach clutch/brake pedal and safely operate the tractor.

1. Remove the two (2) bolts and flat washers securing the seat to card board packing. Keep the two (2) bolts only and place them with the two (2) identical bolts and four (4) washers in the parts bag. Discard the flat washers and cardboard packing.

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 position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in transmis

sion disengaged position (See To Transport” in the Operation section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

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TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and function of controls)

WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow alt instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

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

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

3. Place freewheel control in “transmis sion engaged" position (See “To Transporf in the Operation section of this manual).

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

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

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

7. Release parking brake.

8. Slowly move the motion control lever fonward and slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Appiy brake to stop tractor and set parking brake.

10. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

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

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

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 aré shown for

replacing 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 tractor, 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

tightened securely.

/ All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory). / Be sure mower deck is property 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 free

wheel control is in “transmission

engaged” position (see TO TRANS

PORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

White learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following important items:

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

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with alt controls, their

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

/ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

/ It is important to purge the transmission

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

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OPERATION

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

STO^

♦

REVERSE FORWARD

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT

l\l

iiir

♦

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LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

4»

FAST SLOW

LIGHT

PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

the product.

MOWER LIFT

S* R N H L (®)|I

ATTACHMENT REVERSE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

ATTACHMENT

NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

PARKING BRAKE

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

T-^

FREE WHEEL

I Automatic Models onlv>

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

Motion Drive Belt Tension Handle

Choke Control

Ammeter

Ignition

Hourmeter

Light Switch Position

Attachment Clutch Switch

Attachment

Lift Lever

Parking Brake Lever

Lift Lever Plunger

Free Wheel Control

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH -

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

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the

headlights on and off. THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the tractor and starting the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

Motion Control Lever

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of battery. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks brake pedal into the brake position. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for pushing or siowly towing the tractor with the engine off. MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE-Used when changing motion drive beit and, if necessary, starting engine under extremely cold conditions. TACHOMETER-Measures the speed of your engine in revolutions per minute (RPM). HOURMETER - Indicates hours of

IQoperation.

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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.

HOWTO 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 tractor secure.

, dmck In tn Attachment

Choke Clutch Switch Pull Conlrok out to “Engage"

Motion Control Lever

VHeight^

Adjustment

Knob “Disengaged”

Brake Pedal Position “Drive” Position

Parking Brake

“Engaged"

Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, push attach ment clutch switch in to disengaged position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal all the way down.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever returns to neutral (N) position when the brake pedal is fully depressed.

ENGINE-

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position to allow 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.

• 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

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause “browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

^CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best mower

performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

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

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

AcAUTION: Do not attempt to operate motion control lever when the parking brake is set or when the brake pedal is depressed. Doing so may result in

misadjustment to the drive control system. 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 cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction.

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

• Turn knob counterclockwise () to lower cutting height.

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The cutting height range is approximately

1-1/2" to 4-1/2". 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 approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and , after moderate growth. ^

• For best cutting performance, grass

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

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting height.

2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar.

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in

bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels

should be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

5. Be sure ail gauge wheels are in the

same setting.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge wheels if you change the cutting height of the mower deck.

Retainer

Spring

Clevis Pin

TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Lower mower with attachment lift control.

3. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control.

^CAUTION; Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out to

Attachemnt Lift Lever High Position

TO OPERATE ON HILLS ^CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

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

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever returns to neutral (N) position when the brake pedal is depressed.

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

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

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TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. Pull freewheel control out and 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.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH MENTS

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

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. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the oii 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 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 quantities 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 temperatures below32°F(0'’C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.

AcaUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

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

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 brake pedal and set parking brake.

3. Move attachment clutch to “disen gage” position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

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

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

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50“ F and , above) *

7. When engine starts, slowly push

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

in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can

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

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50“ F and below)

7. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control

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

NOTE: In extreme cold conditions, if engine will not start you may need to disengage the motion drive belt as follows:

1. Be sure parking brake is engaged.

2. Remove retainer spring from the drive belt tension handle to relieve belt

tension.

3. Start engine and allow it to warm up

for three (3) minutes.

4. Shut-off engine and engage parking

brake. '

5. Engage drive belt tension handle and

replace the retainer spring.

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION 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 brake slowly return to operating position.

3. Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during

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

may require the choke control be

pulled out slightly. NÓTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. (See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

PURGE TRANSMISSION

^kCAUTION: Never engage or disen gage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and perfor mance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor. IMPORTANT: Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor,

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

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

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

Disengage parking brake.

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

Repeat this procedure three (3) times. NOTE: During this step there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system.

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

6. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in engaged position

(See “TO TRANSPORT in this section

of manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.

Disengage parking brake.

8. Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with

the motion control lever three (3) times.

Your transmission is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even

distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

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

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

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

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

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation Check Tiro Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

Interlock Systems ✓ Check for Loose Fasteners

SharpeiVReplace Movyer Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminals Check T ransaxie Cooling Check V-Belis

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

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace OH RIter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Fitter

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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3' R9ptac9 more often when mowln9 In sandy sod. 4 ’ Not required if equipped with matntenance-free battery. 5' Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-tbs. maximum.

Do not overtighten.

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SERVICE DATES

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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 fui! value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Sen/ice and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

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

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure. -

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

® Tie Rod Ball Joints

Zerk

©Front Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

©Steerini

Sector Gear

Teeth

-■

---------------

f :

1 >

1 1 ' - r

\ '

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©Spray Silicone Lubriant {Move Boots to

Lubricate)

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

IMPORTANT; Do not oil or grease the pivot

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

bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated,

use only a dry, powdered graphite type

.|0 lubricant sparingly.

©Front Wheel

Bearing Zerk

©Engine

Zerk

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See ‘TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Sen/ice 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 mbber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly, if your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine.

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

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.

4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat treated.

Blade

Blade Bolt (Special)'^ Center

Hole

Mandrel Assembly

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine.

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

• To check blade balance, you will need

a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone bal ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

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

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

BLADECARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

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

NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.

2. Remove blade bolt by turning counter clockwise.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly.

Blade

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

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NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

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

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

terminals can cause the battery to “leak”

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

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

battery from tractor. ),

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

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

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

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

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis sion while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed 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 transaxie. Should the transaxle 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.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

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TEMPERATURE RANGE A^mCIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

'20

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

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation.

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.

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

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing

upward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

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

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished.

30 32 40

-10

Oil Drain Valve

-Closed and Locked Position

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ENGINE OIL FILTER

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

AIR FILTER

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

100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Sen/ice air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

1. Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it to dry.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

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

6. Remove nut and cartridge plate.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

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

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating.

MUFFLER

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

tor, replacement is required.

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

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

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

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Clamp

' ' Clamp

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automo tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

4. Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key.

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

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

TRACTOR ' TO REMOVE MOWER

1. Place attachment clutch in “DISEN GAGED” position.

2. If equipped, turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket.

^ CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and release slowly.

5. Remove retainer spring holding antiswaybar to chassis bracket and disengage anti-sway bar from bracket.

6. Remove four retainer springs from front plate assembly and remove plate.

7. Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at deck and disen gage arms from deck.

8. Raise attachment lift to its highest position.

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

10.Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower

suspension arms are raised with attachment

lift control. Engage parking brake.

1. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

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

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disen gaged position.

6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove.

7. Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck pins. Retain with double loop retainer spring with

loops up as shown.

Belt Tension Rod (Disengaged-v. Position) ■'

Chassis Bracket

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

Loop Up

Lock Bracket

Suspension Arms Double Loop Retainer Springs (Outward pointing deck pins)

Front

.Mower

3racket

Electric Clutch

Double Loop Retainer Springs

. Front Plate

Assembly

Single Loop Retainer Springs

Flanged Pins

Front Mower Bracket

Deflector Shield

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8. Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with single loop retainer springs as shown.

9. Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and

insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between the plate assembly and mower

brackets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in

flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with

notch on head of pin. If necessary, move mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower brackets. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in ail mower pulley grooves.

10. Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket.

A CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly. 11 .Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

12. If equipped, turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension.

13. Raise deck to highest position.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground such as a carport or garage. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICA

TIONS” section of this manual). If tires

are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SlDE ADJUSTMENT WITH BUBBLE LEVEL

NOTE: If necessary, check side-to-side surface below tractor for levelness with a long board and the bubble level.

• Using the lift lever, place mower in position where no part of the mower,

including gauge wheels, is touching

the ground.

• From left side of tractor, find the level decal on top of mower and place bubble level on decal as indicated.

• Mower is level side-to-side when bubble is between the two lines in the bubble level.

• If adjustment is necessary, under left hand footrest, turn lift link adjustment nut (above yellow cap) in appropriate

direction to bring bubble between the

lines in the bubble level.

• Remove bubble level from mower and

store in a safe place.

Bubble Between Lines

Bubble Level

Level Decal

ALTERNATE SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT METHOD

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground level at front corners

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

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

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

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

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 3/16“.

• Recheck measurements after adjust ing.

FRONT-TO-BACKADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-toside. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower blades should be adjusted so the front tip is approximately 1/8“ to 1/2" lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest position.

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A CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect

your hands with gloves and/or wrap

blade with heavy cloth. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Position any blade so the tip is pointing straight forward. Measure distance "B" at front and rear tip of blade

• 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 blade, loosen nut “C” on both front links an equal number of turns.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut “C" will change dim. “B” by approximately 3/16".

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

• To raise front of blade, loosen nut “D” from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “C” on both front links an equal number of turns.

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

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL

IN LENGTH

Nut “C"

Nut “O’

Front Plate Assembly

Trunnion

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

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

2. Lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket.

CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have a firm grip on rod and release slowly.

4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from

rear deck bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Carefully roll b^elt over the top of R.H.

mandrel pulley.

8. Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

9. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

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

11. Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and spring arm.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

12. Install belt in both idlers.

13. Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley.

14. Carefully roll belt into upper groove of R.H. mandrel pulley.

15. Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the grooves correctly.

16. Reconnect R.H. suspension arm to rear deck bracket with retainer spring.

17. Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover.

18. Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket.

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC ONDARY) DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake.

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

2. Remove screws from R.H. and L.H, mandrel covers and remove covers.

REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT (Refer to TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE

BELT” illustration in this section of

manual).

3. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H. mandrel pulley.

4. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

5. Check primary idler arm and two

idlers to see that they rotate freely.

6. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and spring arm.

REMOVE MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT

7. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel

pulley.

8. Remove belt from center mandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel pulley.

9. Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

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

11. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and secondary spring arm.

INSTALL NEW MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT

12. Install new belt in lower groove of R.H.

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

13. Carefully roll belt over L.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.

REINSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT (Refer to TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE

BELT” illustration in this section of manual).

14. Install belt into upper groove of R.H.

mandrel pulley and around both idlers. Pull belt to front of mower to remove slack.

15. Reinstall mandrel covers and securely tighten all screws.

16. Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in all grooves correctly.

17. Reinstall mower to tractor (See TO

INSTALL MOWER" in this section of

manual).

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LH. Mandrel

Mower Blade (Secondary) Drive Belt

Secondary Idler Arm

Idler Pulley

R.H.

Mandrel

Spring

Secondary Spring Arm

Center Mandrel

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

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

Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required. Adjustments should be made by a Sears or other qualified service center.

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

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

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

NOTE; After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10 cycles to wear in clutch plate.

Rotor

Slot (3)

Nylon Locknut (3)

.012"

Brake Plate

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut “A” on brake

rod.

If distance is other than 1-1/2“, loosen

jam nut and turn nut “A” until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut “A”.

Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces sary. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

With parking brake “Engaged"

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For ease of service there

is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom of left footrest.

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

manual.)

BELT REMOVAL -

2. Create slack in belt by removing retainer spring from drive belt tension

handle.

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Remove belt from all idler pulleys,

3. transaxle pulley and then from engine pulley.

Retainer Spring

Drive Belt

Tension

Handle

Engine Pulley

• Belt Keeper

Bell.,..^

Keeper

V-ldler Keeper

Transaxle Pulley

Clutching Idler

Belt Keeper

Clutching Flat Idler

BELT INSTALLATION-

1. Install new belt around engine pulley first, then around transaxle pulley and

lastly into all the idler pulleys.

2. Check to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on proper side of all belt keepers.

3. Engage the drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring.

4. Reinstall mower.

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

1. Park Tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to “OFP position and engage parking brake.

2. Loosen the adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel.

3. Move motion control lever to the

neutral position.

4. Tighten the adjustment bolt.

Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

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

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN

MENT

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

positioned straight fonward. remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper

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

necessary. If parts in the front axle or

steering mechanism have been replaced

or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if

necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN -

1. Position front wheels straight ahead.

2. Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires (dimensions “A” and “B”).

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

1/4" less than rear dimension “B”.

TO ADJUST TOE-IN-

1. Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

Adjust tie rod until dimension “A” is

1/8" to 1/4“ less than dimension “B”.

Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT OF TRACTOR

-*1

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FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, contact contact a Sears or other qualified service center

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONTWHEEL-

1. Block up axle securely.

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

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

1. Block rear axle securely.

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

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

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.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis.

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

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

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

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead

Battery

Fully Charged Battery

Washers

Retaining Ring

Axle Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

^TTERY

^AWARNING: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual).

If “jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

REPLACING BATTERY

^kcAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc.

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

1. Lift hood to raised position.

Remove terminal guard.

Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery.

Reinstall terminal guard.

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with

. remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

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Terminal Access Door

Terminal Guard

Keps Nut

Hex Bolt

Positive (Red) Cable

Negative (Biack)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

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

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

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

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

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

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

TO 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

reconnect the headlight wire connec

tor.

ENGINE

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

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

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

necessary. Check adjustment as de

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

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

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

Idle Fuel

Adjusting

Needle

Stop Screw

Clamp Screw ^

Idle speed

Adjusting

Screw

Throttle Control Cable

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as de scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

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

Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (See “AIR FILTER” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move

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

Choke Control Cable

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4. Reassemble air cleaner.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR .

The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/ air mixture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and the seats in carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING-

1. Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see “TO ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE” in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock wise) 1 turn.

FINAL SETTING-

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

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

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

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

4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST-

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

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

smoothly.

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

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified

service center, which has proper equip

ment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

CAUTION; Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean It thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

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

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

the Sen/ice and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte nance 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 TERMI

NALS” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

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

ENGINE FUELSYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposites from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also,

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

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

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

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

3. Turn ignition key to “START’ position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark piug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

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

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows conden sation to form and will cause your

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

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM Will not start

CAUSE

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. A

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment.

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carbure tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See To Adjust Carburetor” in Service and Adjustments section.

10. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Hard to start 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.

Engine will not turn over

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See To Adjust Carburetor”

in Service and Adjustments section.

8. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

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 “CHOKE” position.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

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

2. Adjust throttle control.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power

(continued)

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

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

3. Clean underside of mower housing. Clean/repiace air filter. Check oil level/change oil. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

Replace fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

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

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/

fins.

12. Clean/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.

Excessive

vibration

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

Poor cut - uneven

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

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

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

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 qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Mower blades will not rotate

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

1. Remove obstruction.

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

PROBLEM

Mower blades will not rotate (con’t)

Poor grass

discharge

CAUSE

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too |ast.

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.

CORRECTION

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact aSears or other qualified service center.

Place throttle control in “FAST position. Shift to slower speed. Allow grass to dry before mowing. Level mower deck. Check tires for proper air pressure.

Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. Clean underside of mower housing.

Replace mower drive belt.

Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Headiight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

Engine “backfires” when turning engine “OFF”

1. Switch is “OFP.

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in “disengaged” position.

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

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing.

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

1. Turn switch “ON”.

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec tions.

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 917.275280

POSfnON CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M + Q + A1

ON + UGHTS B + A1 L-fA2

START B-kS + AI

B +A1 NONE

NONE

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

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

RELAY

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

POSITION

OFF C+G, B + H ON C + F. B + e.A + 0

NONREMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

CIRCUIT

L0J

HEADLIGHTS

G F C

I I II

1^1!

I I!

D A

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ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 144927 2

74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4

7603J Tray, Battery 10 145211 11

150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 12 145769 16 176138 Switch Interlock

21 175449 Harness Socket Light Halogen 25 150755 26 108824X 27 73510400 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC 28 170697 Cable, Ground 29 160784 30 175442 Switch, tgn 33 175447 Key, Ignition 40 182249 Harness ign. 42 154336 45 177500 Ammeter 46 177501 Meter, Hour 50 178461 79 175448 Bulb and Holder Asm. Halogen 81 109748X Relay Asm.

181883 TachometerRound

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

Battery

Boll 1/4-20 X 7.5 Zinc

Nut Push Nylon 1/4"

Cable 4 Ga. 31" Red CV25 w/16.W.

Fuse

Switch, Plunger

CoverTerminal

Switch, PTO

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 180372 Rail, Frame RH 2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 5 6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 7 8 145166 Support, Battery 14

15 161841 Lens LH 16 121794X Cover, Access

17 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75

18 174515X615 Grille 19 19131312 20 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 21 24 25 161842 LensRH 28 179716X615 Footrest, LH 30 145052 Saddle, Hydro 31 161419 Brace, Supt 1-pc VGT 32 161327 33 161326 34 35 19111116 36 17060512 37 39 43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 44 45 176018 47 17490608 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16x1/2 50 175476 56 176016 58 60 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 X 1 -1/4 66 86 74780716 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 UNC x 1 91 99

119 73680600

122 161464

130

137

138

139 171873

140 163806 MagnetYTGT

141

142 161897

144

148

150 175352

152 175620

153 181574 Lens Lightbox

156 17000512

158

159 17000612

161

162

165 182254 Bracket Support Fuel Tank

166 73680700 Nut Crown Lock 7/16-14 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

180639X418

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

175260X615

S7D541437

179717X615 Footrest, RH

177018 Plate Asm Engine

178510X615 Fender Pnt 175278 Bracket, Axle Front

136940

175315 Bracket Asm., Fender

17490508 Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2

180366 Rail, Frame Lh 177143 Rod By Pass

164863 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16x3/4 74780716 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14x1 179125X418 Cup Holder

163805 Striker Plate YTGT

161900 Bracket Dash Lh 164655 Extrusion Bumpers

17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

179612X418 Console Fuel Window

142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2

Dash

Hood Asm

Washer 13/32x13/16x12 Ga.

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh

Washer 11/32x11/16x16 Ga. Screw 5/16-18x3/4

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

Bracket, Chassis Front Bracket Asm., Susp Chas. Lh

Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

Bracket Dash Rh

Duct Heat Hood

Shield Heat

Screw 5/16-18x3/4

Screw Hexwsh ThdrI 3/8-16 x 3/4

Page 38

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

'^108

Page 39

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 Transaxle Hydro Gear 94

2 7070E Key 1/4 X 2.5 3 7563R WasherThrust Axle Hardened 107 6 STD561210 7 140507 9 140080 Bolt, Hub 20 73940800 Nut 22

180235 Lever Asm Shift Lower 114 23 130564 Krrob 29

176600 33 12000053 RingE

71673 Cap, Parking Brake 35 137648 Rod, Parking Brake

36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground 37

121749X

38 150035 Nyliner 39

74321016

40 178575 Actuator, Interlock Switch 41

73931000 Nut Centerlock 10-24 Unc

8883R Cover, Pedal

145170

48 72110614 Bolt, RDHD3/8-16X 1-3/4

50 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 52 127783 Pulley, Idler, Grooved 53 207J Washer, Handened 55 105706X Bearing, Idler 56 161597 V-Belt 58 74760724 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/2 61

143995 Pulley, T ransaxle 143

176601 Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal

67609

68 STD571812 69 123800X Washer 70 179121X418 Console Automatic YT/GT 73 74490548

74 142432 Screw Hex Wsh. Hl-Lo

74780716 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14x1

89 73680700

311 -3500 (See Breakdown) 96 141004

Pin, Cotter Wheel, Hub Assembly

Brake, Rod

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1

Retainer, Spring

Gr. 5

Bolt, Shoulder Pin, Roll

Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18x3 152 GtS 153 4497H

1/4-1/2

Nut Crown lock 7/16-14 Unc

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

106 142918

108 142917 Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear

111

112 156104 Washer NylonHighTemp

117 73900600 120 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75

121 175611

122 72010520

123 176602 Rod Shift 124 165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 125 166880 126 166002 Washer SRRTD 5/161D x 1.0 x

127 177362 128 176624 Spring Drive GRND 129 179473 Bracket Asm Idler Tensloning 130

131 76020312 Pin Cotter 3/32 X 3/4

132 175467 Bracket Mtg Hydro 3500 LH VGT 133 175468 135 177364 Link Asm Control Hydro 3500 137 1685H 138 1370H 142 175469 StrapTorque HG-3500

145 163168 Washer Axle Flange HG-3000 146 140462 147 141322 148 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/4

151 74760514

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

133835

154739 Line Fuel Hydro 15" VGT

156240

73800500 Nut Lock Hx W/lns 5/16-18 Unc

19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga

17060512 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x3/4

178705 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 X 1

Fastener Christmas Tree Bracket Shift O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear

70109 Spacer Shift Lever VGTH

Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16

Bracket Strap Torque BoltRDHDSQ 5/16-18uncx 2-1/2

Screw 5/16-18 X 5/8

.125 Link Control Clutch

Bracket Mtg Hydro 3500 RH VGT

NutLock5/16-18NCThd Washer Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32

Fan 7” Hydro Washer

Bolt Rn Hex 5/16-18unc x 7/8

Retainer Spring

Page 40

STEERING

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

Page 41

STEERING

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917^75280

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

175139X418 Wheel, Steering

178557

6855M Fitting, Grease

161849

161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6 6266H 7 121748X 8 12000029 9 121232X

74781044

136518

73901000 13 121749X 14 STD551137 15 STD541537 16 145103 17 137347 18 175572 19 156011

20 177646X418 21

159945

22 155105 23 152927 25 74780616 26

175140X418

3366R

28 17000612 29 104239X 31 138136 32

19111610 33 STD551131 34 74780512 35 138059 36

137156 Tie Rod

73360600 38 109850X 39 73700600 40 109851X 41

155246 42 17490508 45 19132411 46

19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 x 10 Ga. 47

179471 48 17060612 49

175820 Pulley Idler Flat 50

73900600

Axle Asm., Front

Spindle Asm, LH

Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

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

Ring, Klip #T5304-75

Cap, Spindle

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

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

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

Nut. Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF Shaft /Vsm„ Steering

Rod Asm., Tie Ball J Ball Vgl {Inc. Key No. 36-40)

Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt Support Asm., Steering Vgt

Boot, Steering Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strg. BIk Screw

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16x1 Gr, 5

Insert, Wheel Steering

Bearing, Col. Strg. Screw, 3/8-16 X 3/4

Bearing, Flange

Bushing, Nyliner Snap Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. Washer, Lock Hvy HIcI Spr 5/16

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

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

Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11 Ga.

Bracket Asm Idler Stationary Screw 3/8-16 X .75

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16 UNC

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

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ENGINE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KEY PART

NO. NO.

................

149723 Muffler 8 121361X 9

177748

10 175287 Bushing 11

174605

143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

179115 Tank Fuel RearS.O YT/GT

10Э227Х

106082X

179124X418 20

177328X505 21

164863 22

175441X505 24

STD551237

73920600

3645J Bushing

139277 28

7834R

137180 31

145006

10010500

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Engine (See Breakdown) KohlerCV740-0005

Pulley V-tdIer Bell Engine Keeper Asm

Clutch Electric

Pad Spacer Pad Spacer Cap Fuel Control Throttle Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16x3/4 Control Choke Lockwasher Ext Tooth 3/8 Nut Keps3/8-24 UNF

Stem Tank Fuel Fuel Line Spark Arrester Kit Clip Push-In

Washer Split

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

123487X

17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Unc

40 17490664

1261Э7Х

.250

STD551143 43 173937 Thr. 47

175288 Bushing

146629 Shield Heat Muffler 69 24-041-02 Gasket Kohler CV18-CV26 70

175545 Tube Exhaust LH

175546 Tube Exhaust RH 74

162295 Elbow Street Brass 80

M73030800 Nut Flange M8-1.25 Non LkZinc

148456 Drain Tube 82

148315 Drain Plug

83 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 Unc X 3/4 w/Sems

17060624 Screw 3/8-16 X 1/2

Clamp Hose

Screw TT 3/8-16x4

Washer 1-1/2 OD X 15/32 ID X

Washer Lock 7/16

Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 X 4 Gr. 5 -1.5

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 43

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121006X Rod Asm.. Lever 2 180045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 3 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 4 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 5 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 6 71110624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 -1/2 7 175830 Grip Handle Premium LTX 8 175831 Button. Plunger 10 2876H Spring 2-1/8“ 11 175375 Link Lift 12 163552 Retainer, Spring 23 STD624008 Retainer, Spring 24 73350800 Nut. Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 26 7X80800 Nut. Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc 29 1502X Trunnion, Infin Height X 110807X Nut, Special 31 19131016 Washer 13/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga. 32 137150 Spring, Compression Inf Hgt

33 STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

34 137167 Rod, Adj Lift

NO. NO.

1X057

155097

1239XX

17060516

175994

19112410 12X34X

43 70

145212

110452X

7XX600

17X02

17X05

17X60

176205

175X9

17X78

126684X

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

DESCRIPTION

Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc Pointer, Height Indicator Plug, Hole Screw 5/16-18x1 SMGML Tap/R Nut Lift Link 7/16-20 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga, Scale, Indicator Height Nut Hex Flange Lock Nut Push Phos S Oil Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc Arm Suspension Rear Rh

Plate Asm Susp. Front VGT Pin Flange

T runnion Susp. Arm Trunnion Front Susp. Arm, Suspension Rear LH Washer Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x .062

Page 44

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KEY PART NO. NO.

177978 Seat

140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat

140675 Strap, Fender

145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged

STD541437

124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn

171877

182493 Pan, Seat

121246X 13 121248X 14

72050412

121249X Spacer, Split 16 123740X

DESCRIPTION

Nut, Crown lock 3/8-16 Unc

Bolt 5/16-18 Uncx 3/4 w

Sems

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

Spring, Cprsn

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

17 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 20 124238X Cap, Spring Seat

21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18

STD541431

177946

25 177947 Track Slide Seat RH Free

26 19111012 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 12 Ga. 28 10010500 Washer Split 33 74780512 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 35 178426 Cap Plunger Red 37 73800500 Nui Lock Hx w/lns.5/16-18

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

Track Slide Seat LH Locking

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

■V,

Page 45

DECALS

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917^75280

KEY PART NO. NO.

182221

182795

180983

180984

181470

133644

181503 180978

180978 156439

181252

178455 177554

13 14

175291 177376

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Oper. Instructions Decal, Hp Engine Decal, Hood RH Decal. Hood LH Decal, Deck Leveling Decal, Maintenance Decal, Replacement Decal. Hood Nameplate Decal, Hood/Seat Decal, Fender Danger Decal, Clutch/Brake Decal, Deck Caution Decal, Belt Drive Decal, Deck Schematic Decal, Side Panel

WHEELS AND TIRES

KEY PART NO. NO.

180979

149516

177890 138047

182796

106202X

178482

138311

166960 179768X418 179769X418 182096 182097

KEY PART NO. NO.

59192 Cap Valve Tire 65139 Stem Valve

148736X417 Rim Asm Front

8134H Tube. Front (Senrice Item Only)

182525 Tire, Front

278H Fitting Grease (Front Wheel

9040H Bearing Flange (Front Wheel

104757X428 Cap Axle (From Wheel Only)

182526 Tire Rear

7154J Tube Rear (Service Item Only)

148738X417 Rim Asm Rear

6856M Fitting Grease

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Decal Grille Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn Eng. Acme Decal, Insert Strg Decal, Battery Decal, Lower Dash Reflector, Tail light Decal, Deck Hvy Duty Decal, Handle LFT Height Adjust (Lift Handle) Decal, Bypass Control (Drawbar) Pad, Footrest LH Pad, Footrest RH Owner’s Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish

DESCRIPTION

Only)

Page 46

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

Page 47

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 180358 3 178915

4939M Retainer Spring

5 6 178024 Sway Bar 8 174365

DESCRIPTION

Deck Weldment Mower 48 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar

Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade

11 180054 Blade

13 174360 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 14 174358 Mandrel Asm. 15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 16 174493 Stripper Mandrel Deck 17 72110610 Bolt RDHD Sq Neck 3/8-16x1.25 18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8

19 132827 Bolt, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/16-18 20 174378 Baffle, Vortex Mower 21

73680500 24 105304X 25 178102 Spring. Torsion 26 110452X Nut, Push 27

180655X428

19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 30 173984 Screw, Thdroll Washer Head 31 129963 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented 32 177865 Pulley, Mandrel

178342

33 36 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 37

177968 Pulley. Idler, Flat

174375 42 165723 Spacer, Retainer 43

174373 45 174343 46

137729 47

180808 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary 48 174368

73680600

50 72110612 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Nut. Crownlock 5/16-18 UNO Cap, Sleeve

Deflector Shield

Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

Pulley, Idler, Driven

Arm, Idler Secondary

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

V-Belt, Mower, Primary

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

KEY PART

NO.

175820 Pulley Idler Flat 56 155986X431 Bar Pnt Adj. 57 156941 Pin Head Rivet 91 180535 94

176066

1B0534

95 97 133943 Washer Hardened 98 179479 Spring Primary Drive

181775

100 72110616 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 2 110

175016 112 174387 Link Tension Relief Lever 113 72110508 Bolt Carr. 5/16-18x1 114 174384 115 174609 Arm Spring Tension Relief 116 137644 Bolt, Shoulder 117 174873

118 73930600 Nut. Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC 119 19121414 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. 121 174371 Spring Secondary Drive 122

174606

174372 Arm, Idler, Primary Deck

126 130 17000616 132 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X 3/4 182 179127 183 163552 Retainer Spring 184

173979

- -

181579

- -

174356 Mandrel Assembly

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

DESCRIPTION

Bracket Asm. Noseroller RH Noseroller Bracket Asm Noseroller LH

Pulley ldler"V

Arm Spring Secondary

Tension Asm. Relief Lever

Gauge Wheel

Bushing Pivot Tension Relief

Screw 3/8-16 X 1.0

Rod Roller Nose

Keeper Belt Idler Replacement Mower, Complete

(Includes Key Nos. 13-15 and 33)

Page 48

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 311-3500

77^5

70 SEALANT (JoM If aUnetMto) 97 • 20W30 OIL(HulW> 205 - KIT SEALftMiScall*)

Page 49

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 311-3500

KEY PART NO.

NO.

1 161122 2 178317 3 169522 4

161125 5 142932 6 142928 7 142933

142934 Ball Bearing

169523

169524 Variable Swasnplate

10 11 150771 Thrust Bearing 30 X 52 X 13 12 161126 13 142978 14 142977 Arm -Tmnnion

196050 lOcc Cylinder Block

15 21 169525 21 cc Cylinder Block

24 161127 Output (Motor) Shaft 25 169526 Thrust Bearing 42 X 68 X 16 26 161128 27

161129

28 161130 16t Pinion Gear

169527 Capscrew, M6 X 1 -22

29 30 142941 Slot Guide 31 161132 Trunnion Arm 32

161133 33 142940 Lip Seal 34 178318 35 178319 36 169528 5/16-24 Stud 37 142967 Puck. Friction 38 150787 Bypass Plate

39 169529 40 142945 41 142952 Bypass Arm 42 142953 43 142965

44 150797

48 178320 Puck

50 178343

51 169530 Lower Cover

52 169531

53 144581

54 161139 Gerotor Cover

55 178321 Filter

169533 57 161142 Retainer, Motor Bearing 58 161143 59 161144 15t Planet Gear 60

161145 61

161146 62 161147 Planet Thrust Plate 63 161148 511 Ring Gear 64

161149 65 178511

178512 Miter Gear, Diff.

66 67 161152 Shaft, Differential 68 161153 69 169534 Flange Bearing

161154 Washer

70 71

161155 Washer 73 161156 Hex Jam Nut, 5/8-18

DESCRIPTION

Main Housing Assembly

R.H, Housing Assembly

Center Section Assembly

Spacer Seal-Lip

Wire Retaining Ring

Retaining Ring

Cradle Bearing

Input Shaft Block Thrust Washer

Assembly

Control Arm Spacer

Trunnion Bushing

Arm Return Arm Actuating

Bypass Actuator Lip Seal

Retaining Ring Pin Screw

Screw-Self Tapping

Gerotor Assembly 0-Ring

Charge Manifold

Pin, Carrier

7t Spur Gear 21t Sun Gear

Planetary Carrier Miter Gear, Diff. (Splined)

Diff. Thrust Plate

PART

KEY NO. NO.

74 169535

161157 Seal rid X 2.0472" X

76 161158 77 142884 Washer

178322 Gasket Material

161159 Torx Head Screw, 5/16-18

80 81 161160 82 161161

161162 Retaining Ring

83 84 161163 Lip Seai

161164 Brake Disk

85 87 178323

178324

88 89 178325 90 178326 91 169536 Oring, 0.070 X 0.239

178327 Screw

92 93 142969 94 142980

95 169537 96 169538 97 150798 Oil

106 161166 108 178328 Plug 110 142918 Rtting-0 Ring Ass’y 111 142917 Cap Wnt Ass’y 116 169539 117

161168 120 142883 121 169540 122

178329 124

178330 Arm, Brake

142887

125

161172 Lockwasher, 1/4"

126 127

161173 128 142885 Nut, Castle 129 142886

161174 Spacer

130 131 142882 Puck Plate 132 169544 Rib Neck Bolt, 3" 1 134

178331

178332 Spring Extension

136 137

178333

138 178334 Bolt Self Tapping 139 161176

141

178335

144 169545

145 169546

169547

146 151 161181

152 178336 153 142914

155 178337 157

169548

180 169549 Manifold Kit 203 178338 900 176057 Transaxle, complete

DESCRIPTION

Ball Brg 6205-1

0.375" Shaft, Axle

Needle Bearing (Seel 412)

Washer2

(0.875i.D.X1.3o.D.X0.25

Washer

Screw 5/16-24 Bearing Spacer

Spring, Friction Pack Spacer, Friction Pack

Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24

Sleeve Bearing

Spacer, Trunnion

Retaining Ring Std Hdls Pin Puck, Brake Rib Neck Bolt, 2" Brake Yoke

Pins, Brake

Nut, 1/4-20

Cotter Pin

Spring

Pin Spring

Washer, 7/8od X 0,265id X

0.125 Thk Spring Brake O Ring, 2.864 Id X 0.070 Thk Spring, Relief Ball. 7/16 Comp. Spring, Brake Anti-

Drag Brake Pull Rod Plug. Straight Thread Kit Fan

Screw O-Ring

Kit Seal

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 50

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER

Page 51

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005

HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY PART

NO. NO.

1. 24-033-03-S

2. 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather

3. 24-096-87-S Cover, breather

4. 25-139-60-S Plug, alien hd. 1/8“

5. M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange

6. 25-351-01-S Utter, valve (4)

7. 24-755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes 8,

DESCRIPTION

Kit, breather cover w/gasket (Includes 2,3)

M6x1.0x20 (4)

11. 12)

8. 24-411-05-S Rod, push (4)

9. 24-041-37-S Gasket, cylinder head (2)

10. 24-318-72-S Head assembly, #2 cylinder

11. 25-186-01 -S Arm. rocker (4)

12. 24-599-01-S Pivot, rocker arm (4)

13. M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange

14. 24-072-09-S Stud, cylinder hd.

15. 24-468-16-S Washer, flat 8 mm (8)

16. 24-100-10-S Nut, hex. flange M8x1.25 (8)

17. 24-755-74-S Kit, valve cover - plain

18. 24-153-16-S 0-Rlng

19. 24-086-32-S Screw, shoulder (4)

20. 24-445-01-S Strap, lifting

21. 24-016-01-S Vah/e, exhaust (Std.) (2)

24-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) (2)

22. 24-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) (2) 24-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) (2)

23. 66-032-05-S Seal, valve stem (2)

24. 235011-S Retainer, spring (4)

25. 24-089-02-S Spring, valve (4)

26. 12-173-01 -S Cap, valve spring (4)

27. 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4)

28. 24-318-69-S Head assembly, #1 cylinder

29. 24-755-76-S Kit, valve cover - breather

30. 25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber

31. 24-755-57-S Kit, breather separator

32. M-545016-S

33. 24-445-02-S Strap, breather

34. 24-126-44-S Bracket, breather separator

35. 24-112-12-S Spacer

36. 24-294-06-S Fitting

37. 24-326-13-S Hose, breather

38. 24-326-14-S Hose, breather

39. 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2)

M6x1.0x34 (4)

M8x1.25x20, Ml 0x1.5x33, 105 mm long (8)

(Includes 18, 19)

(Includes 18, 19. 30)

(Includes 30, 32-35) Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 (2)

CRANKCASE

KEY PART NO. NO.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

17.

18.

19.

20.

24-032-01-S

24-294-13-S 24-380-13-S

24-067-13-S 24-067-14-S 24-874-08-S

24-874-16-S 24-108-05-S

24-018-01-S

12-422-09-S 12-422-13-S 12-422-07-S 12-422-08-S 12-422-10-S 12-422-11-S

12-422-12-S 24-012-18-S 52-139-09-S

M-545010-S 24-018-04-S

24-402-05-S

12-153-01-S 24-126-19-S

12-123-04-S

M-545016-S

12-153-02-S

24-038-04-S

DESCRIPTION

Seal, oil front

Crankcase

(USE: Miniblock 24 782 23) Fitting

Pin, locating (6)

Connecting Rod (Std.) (2) Connecting Rod (.25) (2) Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (2) (Includes 7, 8) Kit, Piston w/Ring Set (.08)

ifing Set (Std. & .08) (2) Retainer, piston pin (4) Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Shim, camshaft Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Shim, camshaft (A.R.) Camshaft

Plug, cup

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x10 (2)

Retainer, reed (2)

Reed, breather (2)

0-Ring, lower oil fill tube

Bracket, oil fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 0-Ring, upper oil fill tube Dipstick assembly (Includes

21, 22)

21.

22.

23.

24.

25.

26.

27.

24- 755-46-S

25- 153-02-S

24-018-09-S

M-931010-S

28-032-09-S

24-468-15-S

24-144-33-S

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 22) 0-Ring, dipstick Retainer, ring

Washer, nylon (top)

Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer (bottom)

Shaft, governor cross

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S,

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES

AIR INTAKE

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917^75280

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO.

54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen

M-403025-S

2. X-25-92-S

4. 24-112-04-S 25-086-47-S

6. 24-157-03-S

7. 12-086-14-S

8. 12-468-03-S X-42-15-S Key

9. 24-025-25-S Flywheel

10.

11. 25-403-03-S

12. X-25-92-S 24-086-18-S

13.

14. 236602-S

12-132-06-S Spark Plug (2)

15.

16. 54-755-09-S

24-126-71-S Bracket, stator wire

17. M-548025-S

18. 47-154-01-S Clip, cable

19.

20. 48-154-02-S Clip, cable

21. X-25-63-S

22. 24-584-15-S Module, ignition (2)

23. M-561025-S

24. M-448010-S

24-584-27-S Module, speed advance

25. 24-063-27-S Baffle, heat shield

26.

NOT ILLUSTRATED 2.

X-22-11-S 24-176-81-S Harness, wiring

24-518-12-S Insulated grip barrei eye

24- 113-18-S Decal, grass screen 25- 454-03-S Tie, wire (3)

DESCRIPTION

(Includes 2-4, and 24 113 2-4} ^ ^

18-S)

Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 3. (4)

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

Bolt, shoulder M6x1.0x16

(4)

Fan

Screw, hex. flange

M10x1.5x46 8.

Washer, plain 3/8"

Rectifier-regulator Washer, plain 3/16" (2) Screw. Phillips hd. 11-16x7/ 8(2) 13. Connector (3 contact)

Kit. 15 amp stator 15. Mnciudes 17)

Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 (2)

Washer, plain 1/4"

Screw, hex flange

M5x0.8x25 (4)

Screw, hex. cap KEY

M4x0.7x10 (2)

Washer, lock 1/4“ 3. 24-153-20-S 0-Ring

Lead, black (rect.-reg. 5" 12 gauge

iets)

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

PART

KEY

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

24-027-32-S Housing, blower (Includes

24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2)

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

M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M-551016-S Screw, hex. flange

M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

24-146-19-S Plate, backing - # 2 side

10. 24-146-20-S Plate, backing - # 1 side 24-063-39-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

11.

12. 24-063-14-S Baffle, valley - #2 side 24-063-58-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1

14. 24-063-10-S Baffle, valley - #1 side M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-096-66-S Cover, control 24-086-06-S Screw, philllps hd. 11-16x3/

AIR INTAKE/FILTRAHON

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

1. 54-755-01 -S Kit, knob with seal

25-341-03-S Knob, cover

24-096-73-S

12-100-01-S 24-096-01-S

231032-S

24-083-05-S

24-083-03-S

24-109-09-S

10.

24-041-13-S

11.

24-094-18-S

12.

24-041-14-S

13.

14.

24- 164-06-S

15.

25- 086-84-S

16.

24-041-01-S

17.

24-063-51-S

M5x0.8x20 (4)

M5x0.8x16

M6x0.8x16 (2)

M6x1.0x16 (6)

side

M5x0.8x10 (2)

4” (2)

(Includes 2,3)

Cover, air cleaner

Wing Nut

Cover, inner air cleaner Seal, breather Precleaner, element

Element, air cleaner Cup, fuel spit-back Gasket, fuel spit-back cup

Base, air cleaner Gasket, air cleaner base

Manifold, Intake Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x55 (4)

Gasket, intake manifold (2)

Baffle, spit-back cup

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

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005

ENGINE CONTROLS

OIL PAN / LUBRICATION

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1. M-839080-S

2. 25-098-08-S

25-435-04-S

25-755-33-S 25-141-05-S

5. 25-221-01'S

ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART

NO. NO.

24-211-03-S

24-090-33-S

M-641060-S

24- 089-01-S

25- 158-08-S

24- 079-04-S

25- 158-11-S

M-545016-S

M-547050-S

10.

24-089-03-S

11.

24-126-56-S

12.

M-645016-S

13.

12-237-01-S

14.

24-086-43-S

15.

X-20-1-S

16.

M-541050-S

17.

24-468-01-S

18.

24-090-07-S

19.

M-446030-S

20.

M-545020-S

21.

24-090-13-S

22.

24-090-05-S 41-468-03-S

23.

24.

M-403025-S

24-079-05-S

25.

24-089-51-S

26.

24-089-45-S

27.

DESCRIPTION Screw, hex. flange

M8x1,25x80 (2) Starter, solenoid shift assembly (Includes 3-6) Kit, solenoid Kit, pinion drive {Includes 5) Ring Kit, brush

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, round head square

neck

Lever, governor Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 Spring, linkage Bushing, linkage retaining Linkage, throttle Bushing, throttle linkage Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 Nut, hex. lock M5x0.8 Spring, choke return Bracket, control Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (4) Clamp, cable (2) Screw, thread forming (2) Washer, lock 1/4"

Nut, hex. flange M5x0.8

Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

Lever, throttle actuator Nut, hex. M4x0.7 Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20 Lever, throttle control Lever, choke

Washer, spring 1/4"

Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 Linkage, choke Spring, throttle limiter Spring, governor

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART NO. NO.

1. M-645025-S

M-631005-S 24-755-59-S

4. 24-393-08-S

24-123-05-S

24-162-26-S 24-043-12-S

12-380-01-S

52-448-02-S

12-144-02-S

10.

24-041-24-S

11.

24-422-03-S

12.

24-086-12-S

13.

14.

24-100-01-S 54 755 21-S

15.

16. 24 594 09-S

17.

24 237 24 326

18.

19.

24- 153

20.

28-136

21.

52-050

22.

25- 139 52-032

23. 24-086

24.

24- 086-16-S

25.

26.

25- 139-57-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-113-25-S Decal, oil cooler

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

DESCRIPTION Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25 (2) Washer, plain 6 mm (2) Kit, oil pan w/gasket (Includes 4-11) Oil pump assembly(lncludes

5) Tube, oil pickup Screen, oil

Kit, governor gear w/pin (Includes 8) Pin, governor regulating Tab, locking Shaft, governor gear Gasket, oil pan Shim, thrust Screw, hex. cap

M6x1.7x18 (2) Nut, plastic (2) Kit, alum base oil cooler (Includes 16-20) Cooler assembly, oil (Includes 17, 18)

10-S

Clamp, oil cooler hose (4)

15-S

Hose, oil cooler (2)

13-S

0-Ring

•01-S

Nipple, oil filter Filter, oil

02-S

Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8"

62-S 08-S

Seal, oil (PTO end)

•17-S

Screw, hex. flange M8x 1.25x45 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45 (9) Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8“ N.P.T.F.

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005

CRANKSHAFT

FUEL SYSTEM

EXHAUST

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART NO. NO.

1. 24-014-72-S

2. 52-139-09-S

EXHAUST

KEY PART NO. NO.

1. 24-041-02-S

2. 25-072-04-S

PA-CV740S-0005Replacement Engine

24-782-23

24-755-113-S Gasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART

NO. NO.

24'853-90-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor

24- 053-90 Carburetor assembly (For

24 041 14-S Gasket, air cleaner base M-629095-S Stud M6x1.0x95 (2) M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 (2) 25- 353-03-S Line, fuel 13-1/2“ 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (6) 24-086-12-S Screw, hex. cap M6x1.7x18

DESCRIPTION

Crankshaft (Includes 2) Plug, cup

DESCRIPTION

Gasket, exhaust (2) Stud M8x1.25x33 (4)

Miniblock

DESCRIPTION

(Includes 2-4)

information only not available separately) (Ser vice with: 24-234-02-S, 24757-18-S24-757-19-S, 24757-20-S, 24-757-21-S, 24757-22-S)

(2)

24-393-16-S Pump, fuel - pulse

10.

24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2)

11.

12.

24-353-03-S Line, fuel 10-5/8'

15-353-04-S Line, fuel 11-1/2"

13. 24-050-02-S Filter, fuel

14.

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-757-18-S Kit, overhaul w/gaskets 24-757-19-S Kit, choke repair w/gaskets 24-757-20-S Kit, gasket 24-757-21-S Kit, accelerator pump w/

gaskets

24-757-22-S Kit, solenoid replacement w/

gaskets

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

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SERVICE NOTES

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow 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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Craftsman 917.275280 User Manual

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User Manual

917.275280

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY

PARTS BAG CONTENTS

Video Cassette Keys

Slope Sheet

STOPPING

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

TO TRANSPORT

ADD GASOLINE

MAINTENANCE

ENGINE OIL FILTER

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

MUFFLER

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO INSTALL MOWER

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

TO ADJUST BRAKE

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Bell.,..^

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

STORAGE

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power

Excessive

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not rotate

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

SCHEMATIC

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

STEERING

LIFT ASSEMBLY

SEAT ASSEMBLY

DECALS

MOWER DECK

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION