Craftsman 917.275764 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

LAWN TRACTOR

18.5 HP, 42” Mower Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.275764

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

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

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

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

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty Safety Rules Product Specifications... AssemblyPre-Operation

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

Maintenance

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Maintenance Schedule

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

Storage

Troubleshooting

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

Sears Service

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR AND BATTERY 2-YEAR ON TRACTOR

When used and maintained according to the operator’s manual instructions, if this trac tor fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HO ME® to arrange for free repair.

During the first 30 days of purchase, fhere will be no charge to service the product in your home. 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 you transport the product to an authorized Craftsman drop-off location. For the nearest authorized location, call 1-800-4-MY-HO ME®.

Tractor warranty coverage does not include:

• 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 tractor, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to electri cal 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 operator’s manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs necessary because of fuel determined to be contaminated 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.

• The tractor battery, which is covered for only 90 days as stated below.

90-DAYS ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, if the battery included with this tractor is

defective in material or workmanship (our testing proves it will not hold a charge), it will be replaced free of charge.

During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery in your home. 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 you transport the battery to an authorized Craftsman drop-off location. For the nearest authorized location, call 1-800-4-MY-HO ME®.

All tractor and battery warranty coverage is void if this product is used for commercial or rental purposes.

This 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. 81 TWA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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SAFETY RULES

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

^WARNING: In order to prevent ac

cidental starting when setting up, trans

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

A WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

A WARNING: Tow only the attachments

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

lose traction with the ground and cause

you to lose control of your tractor.

A WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle com

ponents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

A WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

I general operation

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating

parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

• 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 blades.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystand

ers before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso

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

Never direct discharged material

toward anyone. Avoid discharging

material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the

operator. Stop the blades when cross

ing gravel surfaces.

Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and working. Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before clean

ing the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or un

loading the machine into a trailer or truck. Always wear eye protection when oper ating machine.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-re

lated injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the

riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious

injury.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommen dation for wheel weights or counter weights.

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.

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SAFETY RULES

II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of

control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Opera tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

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

• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose traction. Always keep the machine in gear when going down slopes. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the tires lose traction, dis engage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could cause the machine to roll over.

• Use extra care while operating ma chine with grass catchers or other at tachments; they can affect the stability of the machine. Do no use on steep slopes.

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

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in.

III. 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 in the watchful care of a respon sible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area.

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

• Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.

IV. TOWING

• Tow only with a machine that has a

hitch designed for towing. Do not at tach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recom

mendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

• Never allow children or others in or on

towed equipment.

• On slopes, the weight of the towed

equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

• Travel slowly and allow extra distance

to stop.

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal Injury or property

damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes,

and other sources of ignition.

• Use only approved gasoline container.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with

the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.

• Never fuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel con

tainer where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances.

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle

or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle when filling.

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SAFETY RULES

• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

• If fue! is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely.

GENERAL SERVICE

• Never operate machine in a closed are.

• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condi tion.

• 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 and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing. If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if neces sary, before restarting. Never make any adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

Check grass catcher components and

the discharge guard frequently and

replace with manufacturer’s recom mended parts, when necessary. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra

caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently. Ad

just and service as required.

Maintain or replace safety and instruc

tion labels, as necessary.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystand ers before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

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

• Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a respon sible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area.

Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children. Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across. Choose a low ground speed so that

you will not have to stop or shift while

on the slope.

Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on

a slope. If the tires lose traction, dis

engage 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-SG-SL):

2.00 Gallons Unleaded Regular

SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30

(Below 32T)

Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints

W/0 Filter: 3.0 Pints

Spark Plug:

Champion RC12YC

(GAP: .030") Ground Speed

(MPH):

Forward: 5.5 Reverse: 2.4

Tire Pressure: Front: 14PSI

Rear: 10PSI

Charging System: 3 Amps Battery

5 Amps Fleadlights

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: U1R

Blade Bolt

27-35 Ft. Lbs.

Torque:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

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

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

AwARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor

nia Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands. A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTION

AGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart pur

chase. Your new Craftsman® product is

designed and manufactured for years of

dependable operation. But like all prod

ucts, it may require repair from time to time. That’s when having a Repair Protec tion Agreement can save you money and aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement

now and protect yourself from unexpected

hassle and expense.

Here’s what’s included in the Agreement:

• Expert service by our 12,000 profe

sional repair specialists.

• Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

• Product replacement if your covered

product can’t be fixed.

• Discount of 10% from regular price of

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

nance check.

• Fast help by phone - phone support

from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve

nient repair scheduling. Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service ap

pointment online. Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to over 4.5

million quality parts and accessories. That’s the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your

new purchase for years to come. Purchase your Repair Protection Agreement today! Some limitations and exclusions apply.

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

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of home

appliances, garage door openers, water

heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A.call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Gauge

(1) Knob

(1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use

Keys

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ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of fhose parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers (1) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating posi tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

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

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

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

Steering Wheel

Adapter-

Insert

5/16 Hex Bolt

5/16 Lock Washer

Large Flat

/\ Washer

Shaft

Tab Slots

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steer ing shaft.

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

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

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

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

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

6. Assemble large flat washer, 5/16 lock washer, 5/16 hex bolt and tighten securely.

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

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

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

INSTALL SEAT

1. Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing seat to

cardboard packing and set aside for

assembly of seat to tractor.

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

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolts are positioned over the large slotted holes in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder

bolts in slots and pull seat towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as

semble adjustment bolt, lockwasher and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

g sit in seat.

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7. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

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

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

CHECK BATTERY

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

. Label

Seat Pan ■

Terminal

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

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

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest po sition.

Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

Place freewheel control in “trans

mission disengaged” position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

Roll tractor forward off skid.

Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for iocation and function of controis)

AwARNING: Before starting, read, un derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other

people and objects.

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

Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

Place freewheel control in "trans

3. mission engaged" position. (See “TO

TRANSPORT” in the Operation section of this manual). Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral

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

attachment lift lever to its highest posi tion. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position. Release parking brake.

Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off skid.

10. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position.

11 .Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

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

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK DECK i_eveLNESS

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

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

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

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac tor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we

wish to assure that you receive the best

performance and satisfaction from this

quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

y All assembly instructions have been

completed.

/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

y Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight

ened securely.

/ All tires are properly inflated. (For ship

ping purposes, the tires were overin

flated at the factory).

/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

y Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

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

y Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel

control is in “transmission engaged”

position (see “TO TRANSPORT” in the

Operation section of this manual). While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important

items: / Engine oil is at proper level. / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, reg

ular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their

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

/ Be sure brake system is in safe oper

ating condition.

/ Be sure Operator Presence System

and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are working properly (See the Opera tion and Maintenance sections in this

manual).

/ It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans

mission purging instructions (See “TO

START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANS

MISSION” in the Operation section of

this manual).

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OPERATION

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

R N H L \\\ •^ -m

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

•M

ENGINE OFF REVERSE

OPERATION

SYSTEM (ROS)

HIGH LOW

CHOKE

ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

FAST

SLOW

LOCKED UNLOCKED

IGNITION SWITCH

0i fl

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

LIGHT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED

LIGHTS ON

4=in

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or

death. The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death, serious injury

BRAKE/CLUTCH

PEDAL

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

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

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,

_______

if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage. FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

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

it;

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

and/or property damage.

/ml

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

TRACTOR

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

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

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other at tachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/ brake pedal into the brake position. REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Allows operation of

mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and controlling engine speed.

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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety

mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator

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

to leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

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

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

tor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever Throttle/ “Engaged” Position Choke ,

Control 3^ / Ignition Key

“Disengaged” Position

“Brake” . PositionA

Clutch/ Brake Pedal

Parking Brake

“Engaged”

Position

Motion Control

“Disengaged”

Position

STOPPING MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attachment clutch lever to “DISENGAGED” position.

GROUND DRIVE -

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

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

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

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) posi tion, before stopping, may cause engine to “backfire”.

• Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in

any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine run

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may cause

“browning” of grass. To eliminate this pos sibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

AcAUTION: Always stop tractor com

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

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

controlled by the motion control lever.

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

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi

mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are mea sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to ap

proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better 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.

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TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.

Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in this section of manual).

With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in ap propriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 locknut and tighten securely. Repeat for opposite side, installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Attachment Clutch Lever “Engaged” Position

“Disengaged

Position

Attach emnt

Lift Lever High Position

Low Position

Deflector Shield

OPERATING IN REVERSE Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse

Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direc tion with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless the ignition

key is placed in the ROS "ON" position.

^WARNING: Backing up with the at

tachment clutch engaged while mowing

is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the

attachment clutch engaged, should only

be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with

the attachment engaged. Do not mow in

reverse unless absolutely necessary.

TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equip ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

1. Select desired height of cut.

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

TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control.

^CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

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

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION

SYSTEM -

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

2. With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi tion.

3. Look down and behind before backing

up.

4. Slowly move motion control lever to

reverse (R) position to start movement.

5. When use of the ROS is no longer

needed, turn the Ignition key clockwise

to engine "ON" position.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

02№S

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TO OPERATE ON HILLS AwARNING: Do not drive up or down

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

• Choose the slowest speed before start ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

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

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi tion and engage parking brake.

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

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

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

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

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

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.

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

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

Transmission Disengaged

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom

mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy

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

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until “FULL’ mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting ((See the

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

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.

Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide deposifs

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

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

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation

and formation of acids during storage. Acid

ic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system

should be emptied before sforage 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.

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TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fue!, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

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

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

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

4. Move attachment clutch to disengaged position.

5. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

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

• The attachments and ground drive can

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

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below)

7. When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

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

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in

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

to operating position.

3. Allow one minute for transmission to

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

• The attachments can also be used dur

ing the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up.

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

be adjusted for best engine performance.

(See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.)

PURGE TRANSMISSION To ensure proper operation and per

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

remove any trapped air inside the trans

mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace

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

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

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

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

3. Slowly move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five

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

tion and hold for five (5) seconds, or

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

Your transmission is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

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MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be used tor 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.

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¿1.

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and pos

sible fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesir able clumps. Allow grass to dry before

mowing. Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mow

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

mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tachment being used.

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MAINTENANCE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

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.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts

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

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and 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

ROS systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

SERVICE DATES

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

Do not overtighten.

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LUBRICATION CHART

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they

must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per

forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES

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

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub

ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems are working properly. If

your tractor does not function as de

scribed, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is in the disen gaged position.

CHECK CPERATCR PRESENCE SYSTEM

• 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 at

tachment clutch is engaged, any attempt

by the operator to leave the seat should

shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never op

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

028'2S

CHECK REVERSE CPERATICN (RCS) SYSTEM

• When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine "CN" posi

tion and the attachment clutch engaged,

any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the RCS "CN" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NCT shut off the engine.

BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept

sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.

^ CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade

approved by the manufacturer of your tractor. Using a blade not approved by the manu

facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could

damage your tractor and void your warranty. BLADE REMOVAL

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

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

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

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

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

5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft.

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Trailing Mandrel Assembly EdgeUp-.^ Blade

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

'Blade Bolt

Star

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade

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

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

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

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

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a hori zontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

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.

• Rechargeât 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi

nals can cause the battery to “leak” power.

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

battery from tractor.

2. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

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

4. Coat terminals with grease or petro

leum jelly.

5. Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING

BATTERY" in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual).

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

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the trans axle ever leak or require servicing, contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

ENGINE LUBRICATION

Cniy use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL. Se lect the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

F -20

____________

C -30

___________

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

0 50 32 40 60 80 100

-20

_______

^10

________

0_________10

________20________

30 40

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NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, they will result in increased

oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequent ly to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 50 hours of op

eration or at least once a year if the tractor

is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting

the engine and after each eight (8) hours

of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick se

curely each time you check the oil level.

TC CHANGE ENGINE GIL

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Gil 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.

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Oil Drain Valve

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

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

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

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

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. For accurate reading, tighten dipstick cap securely onto the tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil at “FULL’ line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished.

ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season

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

AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after

every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and rotate towards engine.

2. Remove cover.

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

4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge firmly in base.

6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower housing and replace cover.

7. Hook handle on cover and push down on handle to close.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deterio

ration of the cartridge. Do not oil car tridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean cartridge.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and stub

born dried gum fibers. ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Debris may clog the engine’s air cool ing system. Remove blower housing and

clean area shown to prevent overheating

and engine damage.

Air Screen

Clean out chaff and debris

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MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester {if equipped) as it could cre ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S) Replace spark piug(s) at the beginning

of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu retor, replacement is required.

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

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

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso line.

CLEANING

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

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmis sion covered to keep water out. Water

in engine or transmission will shorten the

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

Clamp

Fuel Filter

Clamp

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID 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 ail moving parts have completely stopped.

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

TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

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

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

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

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

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

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs.

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

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under trac tor.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch Spring

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square hole in frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Raise atfachment lift lever to its highest position.

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

Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

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

Connect suspension arms to rear deck

brackets and secure with retainer springs.

Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer spring. Push clutch cable housing guide into

bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

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

Install belt onto engine pulley.

Square Hole

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Collar

Housing Guide

Clutch Spring

Engine Pulley

Retainer Springs (Both Sides)

Deflector Shield

Large Retainer Spring

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man ual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

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

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust ment on one side of mower only.

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

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

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge of mower to

ground \ f

When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front links. To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns. The two front links must remain equal in length. When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut “F” against trunnion on both front links. Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

FRCNT-TC-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to side. If the following front-to-back adjust ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of trac tor. Measure distance “D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust ments, check that both front links are equal in length.

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

• To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns.

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re

placed without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this section of manual). Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

2. idler pulleys. Pul! belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys

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

Install mower (See “To Install Mower” in this section of this manual).

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Mandrel

With parking brake “Engaged”

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

brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all fhe way down and engage parking brake.

2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in “transmission dis engaged” position. Pull freewheel con trol out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor for ward. If fhe rear wheels rotate, the brake

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

TC ADJUST BRAKE

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

2. Measure distance between brake oper ating arm and nut “A” on brake rod.

3. If distance is other than 1 -9/16", loosen jam nut and turn nut “A” until distance

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

4. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in “transmission engaged” position.

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

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

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

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers.

2. Remove belt from sfationary idler and clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around engine pulley.

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

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

BELT INSTALLATION -

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

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

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

4. Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler.

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

6. Install mower (See “TO INSTALL MOWER” in this section of manual).

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TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/

REPLACEMENT

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

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN

MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove sfeering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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

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

be necessary.

1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of fhe right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. Start engine and move motion con

2. trol lever until tractor does not move forward or backward. Hold motion control lever in that posi

3. tion and turn engine off. While holding motion control lever in

4. place, loosen the adjustment bolt. Move motion control lever to the neutral

5. (N) (lock gate) position. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2

inch in the direction it is trying to creep. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

3. Start engine and test.

If tractor still creeps, repeat above

5. steps until satisfied.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheels have a square key - Do not lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

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

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining Ring

Axle Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY

AwARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen

erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

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

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

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

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

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

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

Terminal

Cover-

Keps Nut ■

Hex

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER-

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

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

REPLACING BATTERY

AwARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

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

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

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

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

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

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

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to re

connect the headlight wire connector.

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ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

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

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

2. Check that holes “A” in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line-up. If holes “A” are not aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle

valve and the seat in carburetor may result

if screw is turned in too tight. PRELIMINARY SETTING -

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

carburetor adjustments.

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

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

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow posi tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttle

lever against idle speed screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve full travel clockwise then counter clockwise until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions. Release throttle lever.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle. The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differ ences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

ACCELERATION TEST -

4. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture valve out (coun terclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

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

IMPORTANT: 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 adjust

ing, contact a Sears or other qualified ser

vice center, which has proper equipment

and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

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STORAGE

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

AcAUTION: Never store the tractor

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

TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter

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

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

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

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

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

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

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

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

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

cannot come in contact with battery terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

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

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM

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

hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol

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

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en

gine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor

age container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the car

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

ENGINE OIL

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

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark 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 pro

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

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start 1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment.

Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See “TC START ENGINE” in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Empty fuel tank and carbure tor, refill tank with fresh gas oline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

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

10. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

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

6. Check all wiring.

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

8. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

fast.

2. Throttle in “CHCKE” position.

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

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power

(cont.)

Excessive

vibration

Engine dies when

tractor is shifted

into reverse

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.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Reverse operation system

(ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is engaged.

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filfer.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Empty fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh gas

oline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11 .Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Ciean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

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

15. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

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

1. Turn ignition key to ROS X)N" position.

See Operation section.

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

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

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

2. Mower deck not level.

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

4. Bent blade mandrel.

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

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

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

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

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass discharge

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

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

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other qualified service cenfer.

1. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

11 .Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive 1. Freewheel control in

Engine “backfires”

when turning

engine “OFF”

1. Light switch is “OFF”.

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 hf so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

“disengaged” position.

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

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing.

1. Engine throttle control not set between half and full speed (fast) position before sfopping engine.

1. Turn light switch “ON”.

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace baftery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in “engaged” position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

1. Move throttle control between half and full speed (fasf) position before stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

02831_193372

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

^BATTERY

o|!|l ilC-

SOLpQip STARTER

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1

RUN/OVERR!DE B+A1

RUN B+A1 L+A2

START B + S + A1

LIGHT SWITCH

BLACK.'WHÍTE

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

LIGHTING SYSTEM OUTPUT 5 AMP AC ■9 3600 RPM DIODE

....

IGNITION

—'w'

(OPTIONAL)

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 3AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

ORANGE

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

NOTE

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

02831

UNIT

HOUR

METER

SPARK PLUGS

^ (2 PLUGS

ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

4 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM (LIGHTS OFF)

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CUPS

WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF

UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED

TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

GAP ^

28 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

ALTERNATOR

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

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ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 uncx 3/4 8 176689 Box Battery 16 176138 Switch, Interlock 21 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 22 4152J Bulb Light #1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" red 25 193149 Cable Battery 26 175158 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga. 12" black 29 192749 Switch Seat DP w/ramps 30 193350 Switch Ign 33 140403 Key Ign 34 110712X Switch Light 40 193372 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 unc x 1/2 42 131563 Cover Terminal Red 43 178861 Solenoid 48 140844 Adapter Ammeter 52 141940 Protection Wire Loop 90 180449 Cover Terminal 92 193465 Harness Pigtail Reverse Switch 93 192540 Screw Plastic 10-14 x 2.0 94 191834 Module Reverse ROS

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

259

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 193510X012 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4

11 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H.

13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 185682X613 Hood Assembly

18 184921 Bumper Hood 26 STD541437 Nut 28 184247 Grille/Lens Asm.

30 187845X012 Fend/Ftrest 31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 38 175710 Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rea 39 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser Lt 60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc > 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc

142 Plate Reinforcement STLT

143 186689 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

159 155123X428 Cupholder Stit Black 206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT 207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 X 1/21 208 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 209 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 > 212 184248 Insert Lens Reflective 258 184245X599 Lens Laser RH 259 184246X599 Lens Laser LH 260 184250X428 Cover Lens Laser 261 184258X428 Insert Grille Laser 278 191611 Screw 10x3/4 Single Lead-

- -

(Includes Key Nos. 212, 258,

5479J Plug, Button

187801 Plug Plastic Dome

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 38

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

Page 39

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

GROUND DRIVE

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

1 Transaxle Peerless LTH2000

8 192502 Rod Shift Fender Adjust

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8x1 CAD 14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr.5 16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/lns. 5/16-18 unc

19 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 unc 21 130564 Knob 22 178141 Rod, Brake 24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc 25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 CAD.

175765

28 29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 36 19211616 Washer 37 1572H Pin, Roll 38 179114 Pulley, Composite 39 72110622 Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 unc x 2-3/4 Gr. 5 41 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler 47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 50 72110612 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 Gr 5 51 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc 52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 unc 53 10571 OX Link, Clutch 55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/4 57 178138 V-Belt 59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 61 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 X .875 62 8883R Cover, Pedal 63 175410 Pulley, Engine 64 173937 Bolt Hex 7/16-20x4 Gr.5 65 STD551143 Washer 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 69 142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 unc

(See Breakdown)

Rod, Parking Brake

70 134683 Keeper Belt Engine 74 137057 Spacer 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 76 STD581075 E-Ring 77 123583X Key, Square 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 81 178139 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 82 165711 Spring Torsion 83 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 85 150360 Nut Lock Center 1/4-28 FNTHD 89 192387X428 Console, Shift 95 178134 Disconnect Asm Rod Bypas LTH 112 19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. 116 72140608 Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1 120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16 150 175456 Spacer Retainer 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. 156 166002 Washer Srrfed 5/16 ID x 1.125 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount 159 183900 Hub Shift 161 72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5 162 73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 unc 163 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 unc x 1 Gr. 5 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever 166 17490510 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 168 165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X .561 169 165580 Plate Fastening 197 169613 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8”ID 198 169593 Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105” Hyd 202 72110614 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 X 1-3/4 Gr.5 212 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock 245 178122 Strap Torque Lh LTH2000 246 178121 Strap Torque Rh LTH2000 247 181462 Link Shift Transaxle LTH2000 250 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 251 17060516 Screw 5/16-18x1 252 19131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 263 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

NOTE: All comoonenf dimensions aiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEyBLY

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TRACTOR -

STEERING ASSEMBLY

MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 186780 Steering Wheel 2 184706 Axle Assembly Cast Iron 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1 -5/8 x 16 Ga. 8 12000029 Ring, Klip

10 175121 Draglink

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

13 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Front

15 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

17 190753 Shaft, Steering 26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag 28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 29 17000612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 30 STD561210 Pin Cotter 32 130465 Rod, Tie 34 10040500 Washer Split Hvy Hid Spr. 5/16 36 155099 Bushing, Steering 37 152927 Screw 38 186781 Insert, Steering Wheel 39 19183812 Washer 9/16x2-3/8 12 Ga. 40 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24 41 186737 Adaptor, Steering Wheel 42 145054X428 Boot, Steering Shaft 43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 44 190752 Extension Shaft Steering 46 184946X505 Cap, Spindle 65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle 67 72110618 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 68 169827 Axle, Brace 71 175146 Steering Asm. 82 169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front 87 173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14 88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 unc 91 175553 Clip Steering 95 188967 Washer Hardened 97 74780564 Bolt 5/16-18 unc X 4 Gr. 5

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170545X505 Control, Throttle/Choke

2 17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread 3 Engine, Briggs Model 31P7774 137352 Muffler

13 165291 Gasket

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 23 169837 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard 29 137180 Arrestor, Spark 3132185115

140527

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

Cutting 1/4-20 X 1/2 0602-E2 (See Breakdown)

Tank, Fuel Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented

engine-bs.1cyi_49

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

37 401137 Line, Fuel 3840181654

124028X

44 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head, 45 17000612 Screw Hxwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 62 10010500 Washer Split 72 71070512 Screw Hex Head Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4 78 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/4

81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20

NOTE All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Plug Drain Oil Easy Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line

Thd., Roll. 1/4-20x3/4

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 188716 Seat 2 180166 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (bik) 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc X 1 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga. 5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/lns 3/8-16 unc 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1

9 19131614 Washer 13/32X 1 X 14Ga.

10 180186 Pan Pnt Seat (bIk )

11 166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingnut

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12 174648 Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 13 121248X Bushing Snap Bik Nyl 50 Id 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 15 134300 Spacer Split 28 x 96 Zinc 16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt 17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 Zinc 21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc-2A 22 STD541431 Nut Hex Lock w/lns 5/16-18 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

1 193307 Decal, Oper. Instr. 12 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 2 193563 Decal, Replacement 13 191551 Decal, Chassis 3 186280 Decal, Hood, R.H. 14 160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 4 186281 Decal, Hood, L.H. 15 179128 Decal, Deck B 42” 5 138047 Decal, Battery 20 149516 Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 6 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 7 191777 Decal, HP Engine 8 172331 Decal, Mower Srs 9 186282 Decal, Fender, Craftsman

10 156439 Decal, Fender Danger

11 186283 Decal, Panel Side

WHEELS & TIRES

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138311 Decal, Lift Handle

- -

178392 Decal, Chassis Disconnect

- -

184310X428 Pad, Footrest LH STLT

- -

184311X428 Pad, Footrest RH STLT

401206 Manual, Owner's, English 401207 Manual, Owner's, Spanish

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KEY PART NO. NO.

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

59192 65139

106222X

59904

106732X624 278H 9040H

106108X624

138468 7152J

104757X428

144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap Value Tire Stem Value Tire FTs 15 X 6.0 - 6 Service Tube Inner Front #35060

Rim Asm 6” front White Service Fitting Grease

Bearing Flange

Rim Asm 8” rear White Service Tire R Ts 20 X 8-8 Service Tube Rear 9.5 x 8 Service Cap Axle BIk 1 50 x 1 00 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 x 21 Ga.

6 120183X Bearing Nylong 7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 8 122365X Button Plunger Read

1112139865

139866

Plunger

Link Asm Lift L.H. Link Asm Lift R.H.

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc 17 175689 Trunnion BIk Zinc 18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower 20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42” 2 STD533107 Bolt 3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,

Front 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42” Deck 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 9 STD551137 Washer, Lock

10 140296 Washer, Hardened

(The following baldes are

available)

11 138971 Blade, 42" Hi-Lift

(For bagging or discharging)

- -

134149 Blade, 42" Mulching Std

(For mulching mowers only)

- -

139775 Blade, 42" Mulching Premium

(For better wear when mulching)

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 16 174493 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 unc 23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 26 110452X Nut, Push 27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 30 173984 Screw Thdrol Washer Head 31 187690 Washer, Spacer 32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 33 178342 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 34 STD533717 Bolt 36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 40 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc 44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 45 STD624003 Retainer 46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

48 133944 Washer, Hardened 52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 unc 53 184907 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 54 178515 Washer, Hardened 55 155046 Arm, Idler 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler 67 184939 Knob Custom Oval 68 144959 V-Belt 92 STD541437 Nut

111 179292 Bracket Gauge Wheel Lh 112 179293 Bracket Gauge Wheel Rh 113 17060510 Screw 5/16-18 unc 116 4898H Bolt Shoulder 117 188606 Wheel Gauge 118 73930600 Nut Centerlock 3/8-16 unc 119 19121414 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 4 Ga. 129 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr. 5 131 STD533710 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x1 142 165890 Arm Spring Brake Mower 143 157109 Bracket Arm Idler 42” 144 158634 Keeper Belt 42” Clutch Cable 145 165888 Pulley Idler Flat 146 171977 Bolt Carriage Idler 147 131335 Spring Extension 148 169022 Spring Return Idler 149 165898 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc 150 19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. 152 169676 Cable Clutch 42 In 158 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 159 72140614 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 unc x 3/4 184 19131410 Washer 13/13 x7/8 x 10 Ga. 185 188234 Head Asm Cable Clutch

- -

130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Housing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only - Pulley Not Included)

- -

171491 Replacement Mower, Complete

(Std. Deck-Order separately gauge wheel components key nos. 116-119).

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

42 -iz

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772151 Cover L.H. 3 770135 Case 5 776355 Counter Shaft 6 778263 Spur Gear 11T 9 786197 Neutral Sleeve (.572)

13 778368 Bevel Gear (Incl. 14) (13 Teeth)

14 778368 Bevel Gear (Incl. 13) (13 Teeth)

15 778373 Ring Gear (54 Teeth) 102 792184 Washer .437ID .078W

17 786139 Drive Pin 103 792193 Screw, 1/4-28 x .490 22 792194 Spring 104 792198 Nut, 3/8-24 23 792195 Washer .750 ID 105 780096 Washer .625 ID .057W 25 792073A Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4” 106 786162 Sleeve Assembly 26 792125 Retaining Ring 107 792046 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1” 28 792035 Retaining Ring 109 788104 “0” Ring 29 780065 Washer .627 ID .091W 113 786199 Sleeve Ass’y (Incl. 157) 31 780189 Washer .563 ID .062W 114 786200 Sleeve Ass’y Ónci. 87) 36 790071 Brake Disk 115 786198 Sleeve Assembly (Incl. 87) 37 790007 Brake Pad Plate 127 784384 Shift Lever Ass’y (Incl. 109) 38 799021 Brake Pad 150 788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicon 40 792204 Roll Pin .25 157 788102 Oil Seal 9/16”ID 41 790102 Brake Lever 180 730229 BOil Spec. (80W90) 42 792202 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4 182 788103 Grommet 42A 792203 Screw, 1/4-20 X 1-3/4 183 792118 Relief Valve 43 792171 Screw, 10-24 x .500 184 792196 Hose Barb 44A 790100 Inside Brake (Mach) 185 798050 Tubing 1/2 X 5 44B 790099 Outside Brake (Casting) 190 792150 Washer 45 790101 Actuator Rod 191 792151 Nut 7/16-20 47 774869 Axle 16.812 200 794787 Differential (Gear Reduction 48 774688 Axle 11.625 Drive) 49 778378 Spur Gear 1ST 203 798044 Pulley & Hub Ass’y 56 778379 Spur Gear 81T 206 798055 Disconnect Lever 65 780195 Washer .750ID .062W 207 798053 Mounting Plate 67 776440 Brakeshatt 208 798040 Fan

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

70 786196 Spacer .625 .765 79 792201 Spring 85 792154 Oil Fill Plug 87 788088A Oil Seal 3/4” 99 792141 Washer .377ID .058W

100 792200 Snubber Washer 101 792199 Snubber Spring .47ID

209 798054 Control Lever 210 794788 Hydro Module LH Fender Cc

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0602-E2

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0602-E2

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TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0602-E2

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

1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 108 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic) 2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 117 694352 0Jet-Main (Standard) 3 391086 •Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 118 697228 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 4 697188 Sump-Engine 121 697241 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 5 698147 Head-Cylinder 7 699168 •-i-Gasket-Cylinder Head 9 697109 •Gasket-Breather 11 697113 Tube-Breather 131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft 12 697110 •Gasket-Crankcase 133 494381 Float-Carburetor 13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 137 281165 0tGasket-Float Bowl 15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 141 495931 Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke A Matic) 16 697127 Crankshaft 142 697140 0 Nozzle-Carburetor 20 690947 •Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 146 691639 Key-Timing 22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Cover/Sump) 186 698174 Connector-Hose 23 693557 Flywheel 187 691805 Line-Fuel 24 222698 Key-Flywheel 188 691693 Screw (Control Bracket) 25 699052 Piston Assembly (Standard) 192 691986 Adjuster-Rocker Arm

699054 Piston Assembly (.020” Over 202 691841 Link-Mechanical Governor

26 699051 Ring Set (Standard) 216 691840 Link-Choke

697559 Ring Set (.020” Oversize) 222 694042 Bracket-Control

698469 Lock-Piston Pin 691374 Lever-Governor Control 28 697099 Pin-Piston 232 691842 Spring-Governor 29 791631 Rod-Connecting (Standard) 238 691843 Cap-Valve 32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel 33 695760 Valve-Exhaust 265 691024 Clamp-Casing 34 695761 Valve-Intake 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp) 35 691279 Spring-Valve (Intake) 276 692255 0tWasher-Sealing 36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 304 699829 Housing-Blower 37 697352 Guard-Flywheel 305 697102 Screw (Blower Housing) 42 690964 Retainer-Valve 305A 697103 Screw (Blower Housing) 43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 306 697107 Shield-Cylinder 45 690564 Tappet-Valve 307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 46 790400 Camshaft 309 693551 Motor-Starter 48 697762 Short Block 310 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 50 690193 Manifold-Intake 311 497608 Brush Set 51 692137 •0t-i-Gasket-lntake 333 492341 Armature-Magneto 53 690227 Stud (Carburetor) 334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature) 54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold) 337 491055 Plug-Spark 73 697133 Screen-Rotating 358 697191 Gasket Set-Engine 74 697897 Screw (Rotating Screen) 363 19203 Flywheel Puller 78 691003 Screw (Flywheel Guard) 383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 89 690283 Plug-Oil 404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 93 690602 0 Bushing-Throttle Shaft 94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture 95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) 0 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No. 98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed 121 104 690525 0 Pin-Float Hinge 105 231855 0Valve-Float Needle 977 106 690577 0Seat-lnlet -1 - Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

size) 209 692208 Spring-Governor

125 791888 Carburetor 127 695005 Plug-Welch 130 691750 Valve-Throttle

•

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0602-E2

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

431 697122 Elbow-Intake 947 694393 Solenoid-Fuel 445 698083 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 965 499613 Cover-Oil Pump 462 691261 Washer (Starter Cable) 967 697015 Filter-Pre Cleaner 474 696459 Alternator 968 699986 Cover-Air Cleaner 503 691532 Strap-Starter 505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 510 693699 Drive-Starter 513 692024 Clutch-Drive 1005 699043 Fan-Flywheel 523 699908 Dipstick 1017 690770 Screen-Oil Pump 524 691032 •Seal-Dipstick Tube 1019 697143 Kit-Label 525 697184 Tube-Dipstick 1022 272475 •-i-Gasket-Rocker Cover 544 692034 Starter-Armature 1023 791079 Cover-Rocker Arm 552 697144 Bushing-Governor Crank 1024 499054 Pump-Oil 562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1026 692003 Rod-Push (Intake) 579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable) 584 697112 Cover-Breather Passage 1027 696854 Filter-Oil 601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1029 691751 Arm-Rocker 614 691520 Pin-Cotter 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod 616 692012 Crank-Governor 1035 693784 Shaft-Pump 617 692138 0 *Seal-0 Ring (Intake Manifold) 1036 791932 Label-Emission 634 690802 0Spring/Seal Assembly (Choke A 1040 699852 Plate-Trim

Matic) 1044 698139 Screw (Flywheel) 635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 1051 691265 Ring-Retaining 643 698401 Retainer-Air Filter 1058 275935 Owner’s Manuai 654 690958 Nut (Carburetor) 1059 698516 Kit-Screw/Washer 684 697157 Screw (Breather Passage Cover) 1070 690372 Screw (Flywheel Fan) 691 692407 •Seal-Governor Shaft 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush 697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1091 691333 Cap-Limiter 718 690959 Pin-Locating 1095 690190 Gasket Set-Valve 729 691224 Clip-Wire 1119 691183 Screw (Alternator) 741 697128 Gear-Timing 1127 691657 Screw (Float Bowl) 750 790832 Screw (Oil Pump Cover) 1263 697124 Reed-Breather 757 697607 Link-Counterweight 1264 697104 Screw (Breather Reed) 758 697134 Counterweight 1266 691917 •0Seal-O Ring (Intake Elbo 759 697392 Pin-Counterweight 1266A 697123 0Seal-O Ring i 783 693713 Gear-Pinion Elbow) 789 698329 Harness-Wiring 1267 697419 Latch-Blower Housing 797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 1270 697156 Plug-AVS Counterweight 801 691283 Cap-Drive 1329 31Q777-0036Replacement Engine 802 691286 Cap-End 1330 272147 Repair Manual 803 Housing-Starter (For service

order complete starter

motor reference 309) 0 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Ke' 830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm) 121 842 691031 •Seal-O Ring (Dipstick Tube) 847 790442 Dipstick/Tube Assembly 977 851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug -1- Included in Valve Gasket Set. Key. No. 1 868 690968 •-i-Seal-Valve 877 393456 Wire/Connector-Alternator NOTE:: All component dimensions given in U.£ 914 691108 Screw (Rocker Cover) 1 inch = 25.4 mm 943 690589 •Seal-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover)

975 495933 Bowl-Float 977 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor 987 691326 0Seal-Throttle Shaft

692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust)

•

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

(Intake

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SERVICE NOTES

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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WARNING; To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow

1. Fold this pagfe aloiig dotted liiie indicated above.

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

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

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

slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

trunk or other upright structure.

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Craftsman 917.275764 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

90-DAYS ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, if the battery included with this tractor is

IV. TOWING

GENERAL SERVICE

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

INSTALL SEAT

CHECK BATTERY

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

CHECK DECK i_eveLNESS

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

OPERATION

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO OPERATE ON HILLS AwARNING: Do not drive up or down

Transmission Disengaged

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

ADD GASOLINE

MOWING TIPS

MAINTENANCE

BEFORE EACH USE

LUBRICATION CHART

TO SHARPEN BLADE

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

CLEANING

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

REPLACING BATTERY

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

STORAGE

BATTERY

ENGINE OIL

SCHEMATIC

ELECTRICAL

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR -

STEERING ASSEMBLY

ENGINE

SEAT ASSEMBLY

DECALS

WHEELS & TIRES

LIFT ASSEMBLY

MOWER DECK