Craftsman 917.27631 User Manual

Owner's Manual

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GARDEN TRACTOR

24.0 HP, 48" Mower

Electric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.276310

This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

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

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

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

Product Specifications ........................... 5

Assem bly/Pre-Operation ....................... 7

Operation ............................................... 9

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 15

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to
blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.

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

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage
caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting
objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.

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

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

grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris,
or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the

owner's manual.

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

chase date.

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

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

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery

will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30
days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After

the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail-
able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

Maintenance ........................................ 15

Service and Adjustments ..................... 19

Storage ................................................ 27

Troubleshooting ................................... 28

Repair Parts ......................................... 32

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

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

vary, from state to state.

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

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

injury or death.

_WARNING: In order to prevent ac-
cidental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

A_I,lug"

WARNING: Do not coast down a

hill in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.
_WARNING: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed

when on a slope. Too heavy of a load,
while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can

lose traction with the ground and cause

you to lose control of your tractor.
_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some

of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals
and related accessories contain lead and

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

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all
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 unload-
ing 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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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.

II1. 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 recommen-
dation for weight limits for towed equip-

ment 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.

V. SERVICE

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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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 fuel 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
area.

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 5 Gallons

and Type: Unleaded Regular

Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)

API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30

(below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4.0 Pints

W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC

(Gap: .040")

Ground Speed Lo: Hi:
(MPH): 0.7 1.7

1.4 3.3

2.3 5.4

Reverse: 0.9 2.1

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging System: 16 Amps @ 3600 RPM
Battery: Amp/Hr: 35

Min. CCA: 280
Case size: UIR

Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase
of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give
you the best possible dependability and

performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact a
Sears or other qualified service center.
We have competent, well-trained techni-
cians and the proper tools to service or
repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under"Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.
_WARNING: This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state

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

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

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

REPAIR PROTECTION
AGREEMENTS

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

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

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

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

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

Expert service by our 12,000 profe-
sional repair specialists.
Unlimited service and no charge for
parts and labor on all covered repairs.
Product replacement if your covered
product can't be fixed.
Discount of 10% from regular price of
service and service-related parts not
covered by the agreement; also, 10%
off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.
Fast help by phone - phone support

from a Sears technician on products
requiring in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a
simple phone call is all that it takes for you

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
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For prices and additional information

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Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube

Far Future Use

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory.

Slope Sheet

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

lay side panels flat.

2. Remove packing materials.

3. Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grille.

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

where tractor is to roll off skid.

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into 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).

,,.'" y ., Label

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ADJUST SEAT

1. Raise seat and loosen adjustment

knob.

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

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

4. Get off seat without moving its ad-

justed position.

5. Raise seat and tighten adjustment
knob securely.

AdjustmentKnobi_

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 ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

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

sition.

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

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

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TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

_h,WARNING: Before starting, read, un-
derstand and follow all instructions in the

Operation section of this manual. Be sure

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

people and objects.

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

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

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

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.

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

tion.

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

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park-
ing brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.
Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-

rect tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower hous-
ing should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts

in the Service and Adjustments section
of this manual. Verify that the belts are
routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

this manual.

,/CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we
wish to assure that you receive the best
performance and satisfaction from this
Quality Product.
Please review the following checklist:
,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

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

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

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

ping purposes, the tires were overin-

fiated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

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

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.
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, regu-

lar 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 operat-

ing condition.

,/Be sure Operator Presence System

and Reverse Operation System (ROS)

are working properly (See the Opera-

tion and Maintenance sections in this

manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

R N H L I',,I "re,

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE SLOW

FAST

IGNITION SWITCH

ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

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

LIGHT

OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED

SYSTEM (ROS)

m

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

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DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

B;=llm uo''o"

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

&

Failure to follow instructions

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

is used to identify safety inform-
ation about hazards which can

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

,,,a_.lr,. if not avoided, could result in death, 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,

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

could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

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KNOW YOU R 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.

Ignition Ros "ON"

Ammeter

Throttle Control Lever

Clutch/Brake Pedal

Choke Parking Brake
Control

Switch Position

Attachment

Clutch Switch

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Height

/

Gear Shift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates battery charging

(+) or discharging (-).

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-
tachments mounted to your tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.
GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of the tractor.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

-Range Shift Lever

Light

Switch

0282_ LSV_

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and
stopping the engine.
LIGHT SWITCH -Turns the headlights on

and off.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its
position.

PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake
into the brake position.

RANGESHIFT LEVER - Allows high (H)
and low (L) speed for all forward and

reverse gears.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON"
POSITON - Allows operation of mower deck or
other powered attachment while in reverse.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

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.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

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.

Push-In to

Choke _ Switch Pull OutTo
Co_ro] __ "Engage" .._._

"Disengaged" Attachment Clutch

Throttle

"Brak

Positi_/ \_9/ blgnition_

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Brake Pedal / ulsepgaged- _Position

"Drve" _ / yasmon _ r _hift

Height Adjustment _eaPosition
Knob ever

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, push attachment
clutch switch in to disengaged position.

GROUND DRIVE -

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

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) posi-
tion.

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.

J4kCAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving
the operator's position.

TO USETHROTTLE CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best mower perfor-

mance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL
Use choke control whenever you are start-

ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a
warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.
Slowly push knob in to disengage.

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

controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal de-

pressed and gearshift lever in neutral
(N) position.

2. Move gearshift and range shift levers

to desired position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.
IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete
stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life
of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The cutting height is controlled by turn-

ing the height adjustment knob in desired
direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (J_) to raise cutting

height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (l*_)to

lower cutting height.

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The cutting height range is approximately

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

sured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights
are approximate and may vary depending

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

• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches during

hot months. For healthier and better
looking lawns, mow often and after
moderate growth.

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

twice. Make the first cut relatively high;
the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground when

mower is at the desired cutting height in

operating position. Gauge wheels then

keep the deck in proper position to help
prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to de-

sired cutting height(See "TO ADJUST
MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this

section of manual).

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

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise
gauge wheels slightly to align holes
in bracket and gauge wheel bar and
insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should
be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

5. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the
same setting.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge

wheels if you change the cutting height
of the mower deck.

Retainer

Clevis
Pin

TO OPERATE MOWER
Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt
by the operator to leave the seat with the
engine running and the attachment clutch
engaged will shut off the engine. 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. Lower mower with attachment lift con-
trol.

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

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -
disengage attachment clutch control.

AUILGAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector
shield in place.

Attachment Clutch

Attachment Lift Lever

Switch Pull Out To Low
"Engage" .;_"Position

Deflector
Shield

Push In To
"Disengage"

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REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
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 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 clone when the operator decides it is
necessary to reposition the machine with
the attachment engaged. Do not mow in

reverse unless absolutely necessary.

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION
SYSTEM -

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

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

tion.

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3. Look down and behind before backing.

4. Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) po-
sition and slowly release clutch/brake
pedal 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)

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TO OPERATE ON HILLS
_,WARNING: 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 starting

up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

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

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and range

shift lever to low (L) position. Be sure you
have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly
as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release park-

ing brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)
position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

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. 13

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The engine in your tractor has been

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

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe
clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-
move and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is
reached. Do not overfill.

• 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 filler neck. Do

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

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide deposits
and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil
with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan-
tities that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
IMPORTANT: When operating in temper-
atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
cold weather starting.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separa-
tion and formation of acids during storage.

Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
of an engine while in storage. To avoid
engine problems, the fuel system should
be emptied before storage of 30 days
or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructions for
additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE
When starting the engine for the first time

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

the tank to the engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set
parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.

3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged
position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

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

needed.

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, push choke control in, wait
a few minutes and try again. If engine
still does not start, pull the choke con-

trol out and retry.
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and
above)

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

run smoothly. If the engine starts to
run roughly, pull the choke control out

slightly for a few seconds and then
continue to push the control in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can

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

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and
below)

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

smoothly. Continue to push the choke
control in small steps allowing the en-
gine to accept small changes in speed

and load, until the choke control is fully
in. If the engine starts to run roughly,

pull the choke control out slightly for a

few seconds and then continue to push
the control in slowly. This may re-

quire an engine warm-up period from
several seconds to several minutes,

depending on the temperature.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may
require the choke control be pulled out
slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000
feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)
the carburetor fuel mixture may need to
be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.
MOWING TIPS

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

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

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

manual.

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

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been
cut. Have the cut area to the right of

the tractor. This will result in a more
even distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences,
driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

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

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

sible fire hazard from dried clippings.
Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet.

Wet grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

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

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain
and give best performance of the at-
tachment being used.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE o_._,_'_ o_. __ _o_ o_._

AS¥OUCOMPLETB

REou A SE V,CE ,"

C :i:: _ B_raekp reOper a: ion _

Check Operator Presence and

T ROSSystems
R Check for Loose Fasteners _ _1_5 _1_

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3

T Lubrication Chart _1_

0 Check Battery Level _4

R Clean Battery and Terminals _

Check Transaxle Cooting

Check V-Belts _#
Check Engine Oil Level _

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) II_i ,_

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _1,2
N Clean Air Filter

G Clean Air Screen

N_ Inspect Muffler/Spark

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) I_11

Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _2
Replace Fuel Fifter I_

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 eondffions

Arrester

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.

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3 - Reptace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with mair_tenar_ce_free battery.
5 ÷Tighter_ front a×le pivot bolt to 35 ft -Ibs maximum¸

DO not over tighten

LUBRICATION CHART

-- @ Spindle

@ Spindle _

Zerk ,,_-_} ..............

@Front Wheel-- _'%_

Bearing Z_ _._._._.'-_._.,

Sector Gear_/
@ Steering\ _-_

Teeth L[ _ _,_

(_SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil
@General Purpose Grease

@Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Sec-

tion

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.

Zerk

@Front
Wheel

aring zerk

_,,..,,,"_(_ Engine

\_x,Z"- @ Mandrel

II Zerks

,:-._(]) Check/Add

J I Transaxle

._ _ Fluid

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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 OPERATOR PRESENCE
SYSTEM

• When the engine is running, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat
without first setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never op-

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS)
SYSTEM

• When the engine is running with the
ignition switch in the engine "ON" 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 ROS "ON" position

and the attachment clutch engaged,
any attempt by the operator to shift into

reverse should NOT 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 manufacturer 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.

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

2. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck
and mandrel assembly.

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

4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely

(45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat
treated.

Blade Assembly

Center Hole

TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-

ening blade - but if you do, be sure the
blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
to sharpen while on the mower.

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• Tocheckbladebalance,youwillneeda
5/8"diametersteelbolt,pin,ora cone

balancer. (Whenusinga cone balancer,
followthe instructionssuppliedwith
balancer.)

NOTE: Donot use anailfor balancing
blade.Thelobesofthecenterholemay

appearto becentered,butarenot.

• Slidebladeon to an unthreadedportion
ofthe steelboltor pinand holdthe

boltor pinparallelwith theground. If
bladeis balanced,it shouldremainin a

horizontalposition. Ifeitherend ofthe
blademovesdownward,sharpenthe

heavyend untilthe bladeis balanced.

Center Hole

or Pin

BATTERY

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

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

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not
attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

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

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and
dry.

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

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

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD-

JUSTMENTS section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

1. Block up rear axle securely.

2. Remove left rear wheel by removing

hub bolts.

3. Remove filler plug from transaxle. Oil
level must be even with plug threads.
If necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil,
API SG-SL. Replace filler plug.

4. Reassemble wheel to hub.

_Transaxle Filler

_" _, _. Plug

V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

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

wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SG-SL.
Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating

temperature.

30 -20 10 0 10 20 30

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

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

cold weather, they will result in increased
oil consumption when used above 32°E

Check your engine oil level more frequent-
ly to avoid possible engine damage from

running low on oil.
Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-

eration or at least once a year if the tractor
is not used for 50 hours in one year.

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

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

oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

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

service classification SG-SL.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

when changing oil.

2. Install the drain tube onto the valve.

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01 vr_ ch_d_ o

Oil Drain Valve

To Open

To Close

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3. Open drain valve by using a 7/16"
(1 lmm) wrench turning counterclockwise.

4. After oil has drained completely, close
the drain valve turning clockwise. Use

the 7/16" (11 mm) wrench to apply

a small amount of torque to keep it
closed. Do not over tighten.

5. Remove the drain tube and store in a

safe place.

6. 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.

7. 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. Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

1. Remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

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

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace
pre-cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on
flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

2. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover
and secure.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as
kerosene, are not to be used to clean the

cartridge. They may cause deterioration of
the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not
use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge.

Cover_

Pre-

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.
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

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

at all times.
Every 100 hours of operation (more often

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

MUFFLER

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

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

of each mowing season or after every

100 hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-

18retor, replacement is required.

1. Withenginecool,removefilterand
plugfuel linesections.

2. Placenewfuelfilter in positionin fuel
linewith arrowpointingtowardscarbu-

retor.

3. Besurethereare no fuellineleaks
andclampsare properlypositioned.

4. Immediatelywipeup anyspilledgaso-
line.

Clamp

Fuel Filte

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER-

&

VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

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

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

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

CLEANING

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

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

• Protect painted surfaces with auto-
motive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden
hose or pressure washer to clean your
tractor unless the engine and transmis-
sion are covered to keep water out. Water
in engine or transmission will shorten the
useful life of your tractor. Use compressed
air or a leaf blower to remove grass,

leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

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

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

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Disengage belt tension rod from lock
bracket.

Lock Bracket

Belt Tension Rod

(Disengaged j......-_:;

Position) _ //:'

Chassis
Bracket

Retainer
Spring

Anti-Sway Bal

CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have

a tight grip on rod and release slowly.

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

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

7. Remove retainer springs from suspen-
sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

Front Mower
Bracket

Electric Clutch Pulley

Double Loop

Springs

- Assembly

Single Loop
Retainer Springs

"Flanged Pins

-. Front Mower
Bracket

Plate

USE PLIERS FOR]

RETAINER_pjSPRING 1

Double Loop
Retainer Springs
(Outward pointing

deck pins)

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Shield

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8. Raise attachment lift to its highest posi-
tion.

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

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

TO INSTALL MOWER

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

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

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

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

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-
ing in all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped, turn height adjustment
knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment
lift control.

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

6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley
groove.

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

loop retainer spring with loops up as
shown.

8. Install front plate assembly to tractor
suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

9. Position front plate assembly between

front mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and
insert flanged pins. Secure pins with
double loop retainer springs between

the plate assembly and mower brack-

ets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged
pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on

head of pin. If necessary, move mower

side-to-side to give space between plate
and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-
ing in all mower pulley grooves.

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

A CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en-

gage slowly.

11. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis
bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

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

mower suspension.

13. Raise deck to highest position.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

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

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

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

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground level at front corners

of mower. Distance "A" on both sides of

mower should be the same.

• 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 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.
Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of

owe oirou

_Ar_ Suspensi°n

uok

_Adjustment
_Nut

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

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

level side-to-side.
To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower blades should be adjusted so the
front tip is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower
than the rear tip when the mower is in its

_hest position.

CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect
your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade
with heavy cloth.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Position any blade so the tip is pointing

straight forward. Measure distance "B" at
front and rear tip of blade

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front plate links

20 are equal in length.

• If linksare not equalin length,adjust
onelink to samelengthas other link.

• Tolowerfrontof blade,loosennut"C"
on bothfrontlinksan equalnumberof

turns.

NOTE: Eachfull turn of nut"C" will

changedistance"B"by approximately

3/16".

• Whendistance"B"is 1/8"to 1/2"lower
atfront than rear,tightennut"D"against

trunnionon bothfront links.

• Toraisefront of blade,loosennut
"D"fromtrunnionon bothfront links.

Tightennut"C"on bothfront linksan
equalnumberof turns.Thetwo front

linksmust remainequalin length.

• Whendistance"B"is 1/8"to 1/2"lower
atfront than rear,tightennut"D"against

trunnionon bothfront links.

• Recheckside-to-sideadjustment.

BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE

EQUAL IN LENGTH

Front Plate Assembly

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

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

2. Lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock
_bracket.

CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded.

Have a firm grip on rod and release slowly.

4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel
cover and remove cover.

R.H. Mandrel

Belt Tension Rod

(Disengaged
Position) _7

//

Cover

5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings
which may have accumulated around
mandrels and entire upper deck sur-

face.

6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from
rear deck bracket by removing retainer

spring.

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

8. Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

9. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

Clutch
Pulley

Idler

Pulleys

Spring

Arm

Suspension

Arm

\ R.H.

Mandrel

Primary
Idler Arm 21

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

11. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and spring arm.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

12. Install belt in both idlers.

13. Install new belt onto electric clutch pul-

ley.

14. Carefully roll belt into upper groove of

R.H. mandrel pulley.

15. Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly.

16. Reconnect R.H. suspension arm to

rear deck bracket with retainer spring.

17. Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover.

18. Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod

into locking bracket.

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC-
ONDARY) DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

2. Remove screws from R.H. and L.H.

mandrel covers and remove covers.

REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT

(Refer to "TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE

BELT" illustration in this section of
manual).

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

mandrel pulley.

4. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

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

6. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and spring arm.

Secondary
Idler Arm

L.H.

Idler
Pulley

Mandrel

REMOVE MOWER BLADE
(SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT

7. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel pul-
ley.

8. Remove belt from center mandrel
pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel

pulley.

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

and entire upper deck surface.

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

11. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary
idler arm and secondary spring arm.

INSTALL NEW MOWER BLADE
(SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT

12. Install new belt in lower groove of R.H.
mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center
mandrel pulley as shown.

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

REINSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT
(Refer to "TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE

BELT" illustration in this section of
manual).

14. Install belt into upper groove of R.H.
mandrel pulley and around both idlers.

Pull belt to front of mower to remove
slack.

15. Reinstall mandrel covers and securely
tighten all screws.

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

17. Reinstall mower to tractor (See "TO

INSTALL MOWER" in this section of

manual).

SI "

Secondary

Arm

Mower Blade
(Secondary)

Drive Belt

Mandrel

a.H.

Mandrel

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TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
The electric clutch should provide years

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

Eventually, the internal brake will wear

which may cause the mower blades to

not engage, or, to not stop as required.

Adjustments should be made by a Sears

or other qualified service center.

1. Make sure attachment clutch and igni-

tion switches are in "OFF" position.

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

measures .012" at all three slot loca-

tions cut in the side of brake plate.

NOTE: After installing a new electric

clutch, run tractor at full throttle and
engage and disengage electric clutch 10
cycles to wear in clutch plate.

Rotor

Clutch .012"

Nylo_

Locknut (3

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

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

TO CHECK BRAKE

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

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.

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

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

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

TO ADJUST BRAKE

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

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

3. If distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam nut
against nut "A".

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

With parking brake "Engaged"

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For ease of service there is
a belt installation guide decal on bottom of

left footrest. It is not necessary to remove

mower.
BELT REMOVAL -

1. Engage parking brake (creates slack in
belt).

2. Remove mower drive belt from electric
clutch pulley only (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section
of this manual).

3. Roll motion drive belt off transaxle pul-
ley.

4. Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys, then
off engine pulley and front V-idler pul-
ley.

5. Pull belt out of all belt keepers.

BELT INSTALLATION -

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

sure to route belt inside of belt keepers.

2. Put belt coming from V-idler above mid-
span belt keeper, then onto clutching

idler pulleys as shown.

3. Make sure V part of belt engages V-
idler.

4. Place belt around transaxle pulley,
beginning at top.
V part of belt should engage transaxle
pulley.

5. Place long lower section of belt
through loop in midspan belt keeper.

6. Check to be sure belt is on proper side
of all belt keepers.

7. Reinstall mower drive belt onto electric
clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment.

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Clutching Flat

Engine Belt Kee

Clutchin

eper

Transaxle

Twists Belt

Pulley

Keeper

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight forward, remove steer-
ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars
horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not
adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

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

service center.
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL -

1. Block up axle securely.

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

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

1. Block rear axle securely.

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

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

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.

Retaining Washers
Ring

Axle Cover \

X

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TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BAT-
TERY

_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-

erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when
around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-

TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of
this manual).

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

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped
with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle

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

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

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

battery(A-B), taking care not to short
against tractor chassis.

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

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK
cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE
ORDER -

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

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged
Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_WARNING: Do not short battery
terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at
the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,
rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected
first to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift hood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable
then RED battery cable and carefully

24 remove battery from tractor.

4. Installnewbatterywith terminalsin
samepositionas old battery.

5. Reinstallterminalguard.

6. FirstconnectREDbatterycableto
positive(+) batteryterminalwith hex
boltand kepsnutas shown.Tighten
securely.

7. ConnectBLACKgroundingcableto
negative(-) batteryterminalwith re-
maininghexboltand kepsnut.Tighten
securely

8. Closeterminalaccessdoors.

9. Closehood.

Keps,,Nut __

Headlight Wire
Connector

Terrain ex Bolt

Door ed)

Access (R

;_.._,_r _._ _ Cable

TerminaF"_h _ _-
Guard _'._ "Negative (Black)

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

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

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

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

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.

_"_ _ Cable

ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

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

outlet.
TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE
The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-
essary. Check adjustment as described
below before loosening cable. If adjust-
ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

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

2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is

not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull
cable back until swivel is against stop.

Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
The choke 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 choke

control (located on dash panel) to full
choke position.

2. Loosen knob and remove cover as-
sembly from air cleaner.

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

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

4. Replace air cleaner cover assembly
and tighten knob.

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TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your
engine does not operate properly due to
suspected carburetor problems, take your

tractor to a Sears or other qualified ser-

vice center for repair and/or adjustment.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust - damage may result.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

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

setting can be dangerous. If you think
the engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact a Sears or other quali-
fied service center,, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Swivel Clamp

Screw

\

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Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-
age at the end of the season or if the trac-

_,wAWillnot be used for 30 days or more.

RNING: 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 carbure-
tor. Do not empty the gas tank and carbu-

retor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL

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

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust
and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-
tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.

3. Engine flooded. 3.

4. Bad spark plug. 4.

5. Dirty air filter. 5.

6. Dirty fuel filter. 6.

7 Water in fuel. 7.

8. Loose or damaged wiring. 8.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9.

10. Engine valves out of
adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter. 1.

2. Bad spark plug. 2.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3.

4. Dirty fuel filter. 4.

5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 7.

8. Engine valves out of 8.
adjustment.

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

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

Wait several minutes
before attempting to start.

Replace spark plug.
Clean/replace air filter.

Replace fuel filter.
Empty fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with
fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.
Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

Clean/replace air filter.
Replace spark plug.
Recharge or replace
battery.
Replace fuel filter.

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

Check all wiring.
See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments
section.

Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

1. Clutch/brake pedal not 1.
depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is 2.
engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3.

4. Blown fuse. 4.

5. Corroded battery terminals. 5.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6.

7. Faulty ignition switch. 7.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8.

9. Faulty operator presence 9.
switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery. 1.

2. Corroded battery terminals. 2.

3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4.

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Depress clutch/brake
pedal.

Disengage attachment
clutch.

Recharge or replace
battery.
Replace fuse.
Clean battery terminals.
Check all wiring.
Check/replace ignition

switch.

Check/replace solenoid or
starter.

Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

Recharge or replace battery.
Clean battery terminals.
Check all wiring.
Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

CAUSE 3ORRECTION

Lossofpower

Excessive

vibration

Engine dies when

tractor is shifted

into reverse

Engine continues

to run when oper-

ator leaves seat

with attachement

clutch engaged
Poor cut - uneven

,

Cutting too much grass/too 1.
fast.

,

Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 2.

3.

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

,

Dirty air filter. 4.

5.

Low oil level/dirty oil. 5.

6.

Faulty spark plug. 6.

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).

,

Reverse operation system
(ROS) is not "ON" while

mower or other attachment
is engaged.

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

,

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level.

2.

3.

Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

4.

5.

Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

Raise cutting height/reduce
speed.
Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower
housing.

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

7.

Replace fuel filter.

8.

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

9. Empty fuel tank and carbure-
tor, refill tank with fresh gaso

line and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

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

15. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

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

1. Turn ignition key to
ROS "ON" position.

See Operation section.

.

Check wiring, switches and
connections. If not contact

a Sears or other with quali-
fied service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower
housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Mower blades will
not rotate

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower
drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

Poor grass

1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent

Headlight(s) not 1.
working 2.

if so equipped) 3.

4.

5.

pressure.

and trash under mower.

holes from buildup of grass,
leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

Light switch is "OFF".
Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.
Faulty light switch.
Loose or damaged wiring.

Blown fuse.

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.

1. Turn light switch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec-
tions.

5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not 1.
charge 2.

3.

4.

Engine "backfires"
when turning
engine "OFF"

1.

Bad battery cell(s).
Poor cable connections.

Faulty regulator
(if so equipped).

Faulty alternator.

Engine throttle control not set
between half and full speed

(fast) position before stopping
engine.

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1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-
tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

. Move throttle control

between half and full speed
(fast) position before

stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

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02832-193394\193395

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

k A2

i 1

ERP BCS LTWITR BYPASS SWITCH / ELECTRIC CLUTCH

BATTERY

SOLENOID

FUSE

PTO

77

REVERSE SWITCH

_2

_ . SHORT_NGCONNECTOR

eL_CK/W'_ IGNITION . SPARK PLUGS

I NOT]NREVERSE

UNIT _ GAP

(2 PLUGS

ON TWiN CYL ENGENES)

ELECTRICCLUTCH

IGNITION SWITCH

POSIllON CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1

_UN/OW_RJDE B+A1

RUN B+A1 L+A2

START _+ S + AI

aLUE

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOIb

I {OPTIONAL)

CHARGinG SYSTEM OU ¸TPUT /R£GULATO_ DJSCONNECT£0 )

_6 AMP _C @ _e00 RpM

28 VOLTS A¢ @ 3600 RpM

_1ALTERNATOR I

_ROWN _LAC4_

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

02832

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF

UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4
8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc
11 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"
16 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 175688 Harness Socket Light W/4152J
22 4152J Bulb Light

24 185464 Cable Battery
25 146149 Cable, Battery

26 108824X Fuse
27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

28 170697 Cable, Ground
29 192749 Switch, Seat

30 193350 Switch, Ign
33 140403 Key, Ignition

34 110712X Switch Light / Reset
40 193394 Harness Ign.

41 17720408 Screw Thd. Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
42 131563 Cover, Terminal

43 178861 Solenoid
45 122822X Ammeter
50 174652 Switch, PTO
52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

79 175242 Bulbholder Asm. Incan Descent
95 193666 Bracket ROS

96 104445X Switch Interlock
97 170488 Screw Hex Wsh Stl #10-24 x .50

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

1 180375 Rail, Frame RH 63
2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 66

4 73680700 Nut, Crawnlock Hex 7/16-14 unc 67

5 193636X428 Dash 68

6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 70

7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 85

8 184668 Support, Battery 86

14 175260X615 Hood Asm 88
16 121794X Cover, Access 91

17 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 Zc 106
18 174515X615 Grille 122

19 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 130
20 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5 137

21 STD541437 Nut Lock 3/8-16 unc 138
24 179717X615 Footrest, RH 139

28 179716X615 Footrest, LH 142
30 145051X014 Saddle, SlkscrVgt 144

31 161419 Bracket Support 1-pc 148
32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh 150

33 161326 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh 152
34 177018 Plate Asm Engine Chassis 153

35 19111116 Washer 11/32 x11/16 x 16 Ga. 156
36 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 157

37 179772X615 Fender 158

39 175278 Bracket, Axle Front 161
43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 162
44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 165

45 176018 Bracket Asm. Susp. Chassis RH 167

50 175476 Bracket, Chassis Front 172

56 176016 Bracket Asm. Susp. Chassis LH

58 183569 Bracket Fender
60 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

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

PART
NO.

19131614
17490608

156973
17490508
177679

193923

74780716

STD551143 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

180374 Rail, Frame Lh
17580520 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1.25

192512 Screw Wshd Hex 10-32 x 5/8
191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

74780716 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 xl Gr. 5

191121X428 Cupholder YTGT
171873 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

161897 Bracket Dash Rh
161900 Bracket Dash Lh

164655 Extrusion Bumper
175352 Duct Heat Hood

177956 Shield Browning
179761 Light Box Asm w/Lens

17000512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4. BIk
161840 Lens Bar

17670608 ScrewThdroL 3/8-16x 1/2
179612X428 Console Fuel Window

142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2
183554 Bracket Support Tank

184672 Bushing Snap
17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875

DESCRIPTION

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Screw 3/8-16 x 1/2
Guide, Belt Gear Drive

Screw ThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2
Guide, Belt
Bracket, Support Transaxle

Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 uric x 1

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 40 178575
4 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 41 73931000

5 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 42 8883R
6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 44 10040500

7 149176 Wheel, Hub Assembly 46 145170
8 12000034 Klip, Ring 47 138228
9 140080 Bolt, Hub 48 72110612

10 142509 Disc, Brake 50 131494

11 136927 Yoke, Brake Disc 51

13 139419 Washer, Special 52

14 138901 Bushing 54

15 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16 x 16 Ga. 55

16 143012 Set, Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4 56

17 126909X Spring 57

18 137104 Lever, Brake 59

19 136926 Cam, Brake Disc 60

21 23260412 Screw, Flat Head 1/4-28 x 3/4 61

22 194121 Gearshift, Lever Assembly 62

23 106932X Knob 63 74780720

24 136925 Support, Puck Brake 64 154752

25 136923 Puck, Brake Top 65 179613

26 137552 Spring, Return 66 140296

27 74880528 Bolt Hex Gr. 8 5/16-18 unc x 1-3/4 67 19131312

28 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 68 5142H

29 137213 Brake, Rod 69 136327

30 19131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 117 73900600

34 71673 Cap, Plunger 155 12000028

35 137648 Rod, Parking Brake 157 1370H

36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground

37 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

38 150035 Nyliner

39 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1

STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 unc

139123 Pulley, Idler, Grooved
161590 Clutch, Arm Assembly

105706X Bearing, Idler
137153 V-Belt

141756 Bracket, Shift Rod, Hi-Lo
122253X Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

122268X Spring Clip, Connecting Link
184787 Pulley, Transaxle

STD551143 Washer, Lock 7/16

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

DESCRIPTION

Actuator, Interlock Switch

Nut, Centerlock #10-24
Cover, Pedal

Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 5/16

Retainer, Spring
Clutch Rod

Bolt, Cam 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5
Pulley, Idler, Flat

Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/4
Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal

Bolt, Shoulder
Washer, Hardened
Washer, Flat

Pin, Roll

Hub, Cover

Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16 unc

Ring Retainer
Washer Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32

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KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

1

186093X428 Wheel, Steering

2

178557 Axle Asm., Front

3

183226 Fitting, Grease

4

161849 Spindle Asm., LH

5

161848 Spindle Asm., RH

6

6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

7

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

8

12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75

9

184946X505 Cap, Spindle

10

74781044

11

136518

12

73901000

13

121749X

14

STD551137

15

73540600

16

186814

18

175572

19

156011

20

163887X428 Boot, Steering

21

186737 Adapter, Wheel Steering

22

155105

23

152927

26

186095X428

27

3366R

28

17000612

29

104239X

31

138136

32

19111610

33

STD551131

34

74780512

35

187039

36

186799

41

155246

42

17490508

45

19183812

51

73940800

52

175553

53

188967

Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4
Spacer Bearing Axle Front
Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 unc

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut, Crown Lock 3/8-24 unf
Shaft Asm., Steering

Draglink, Vgt
Support Asm., Steering Vgt

Bushing, Strg. BIk
Screw

Insert, Wheel Steering
Bearing, Col. Strg.
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bearing, Flange
Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.
Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

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

Tie Rod

Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97
ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x 1/2Tyt

Washer 9/16 x 2-3/8 x 12 Ga.

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf
Clip Steering

Washer Hardened .793 x 1.637 x .060

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Engine Briggs Model No.

2

149723 Muffler

8

121361X Pulley V-Idler

9

177748 Keeper Asm, Belt Engine

10

175287 Bushing

11

179335 Clutch Electric

12

143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

15

179115 Tank Fuel Rear 5.0 Yt/Gt

18

179124X428 Cap Asrn

20

175437X428 Control Throttle

21

191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

22

187767X428 Control Choke

26

3645J Bushing

27

139277 Stem Tank Fuel

28

188669 Fuel Line

29

137180 Spark Arrester Kit

37

123487X Clamp Hose

39

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

446677-0470-E1

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

40 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 unc
41 126197X Washer

1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x .250

42 STD551143 Washer Lock 7/16
45 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc
47 175288 Bushing

62 146629 Shield Heat Muffler
69 165391 Gasket

70 176069 Tube Exhaust LH
71 176070 Tube Exhaust RH

79 183906 Screw Socket Head
81 188800 Tube Drain Oil Easy

82 188799 Valve Oil Drain
83 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 W/Sems

84 17060624 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
85 179953 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 3.75 Gr. 5

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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NO. NO.

1 180598
2 180166

3 140675
5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 171877

10 180186
12 174648

13 121248X
14 72050412

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DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot Seat

Strap, Asm Fender
Clip, Push In, Hinged

Nut, Crawnlock 3/8-16 unc

Spring, Seat Cprsn

Bolt 5/16-18 uncx 3/4 w/Sems
Pan, Seat
Bracket, Mounting Switch

Bushing, Snap
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

15 121249X Spacer, Split
16 123740X Spring, Cprsn

17 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5
18 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

19 166369 Knob, Seat
20 124238X Cap, Spring Seat

21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18
37 STD541450 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 unc

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 195838 Decal, Chassis
3 186242 Decal, Hood, RH

4 186243 Decal, Hood, LH

5 186725 Decal, Hood Side Panel

6 133644 Decal, Maintenance

7 193609 Decal, Dash

8 191066 Decal, Engine
9 186572 Decal, Fender

10 156439 Decal, Fender Danger
11 181249 Decal, Clutch/Brake
13 178482 Decal, Deck HVYDTY

WHEELS & TIRES

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

14 175291 Decal, V-Belt Schematic
15 195883 Decal, Repl Parts
17 149516 Decal, Battery Dnge/Poi

18 164065 Decal, Insert Strg
19 138047 Decal, Battery

20 178455 Decal Mower Caution
23 106202X Reflector, Taillight

- - 179768X428 Pad, Footrest, LH

- - 179769X428 Pad, Footrest, RH

- - 195586 Manual, Owner's (Eng)

- - 195587 Manual, Owner's (Span)

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap, Valve, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve
3 106228X624 Rim Assembly, Front

4 8134H Tube, Front (Service Item Only)
5 106230X Tire, Front

6 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)
7 9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

8 104757X428 Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)
9 105588X Tire, Rear

8

10 7154J Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)
11 106277X624 Rim Assembly, Rear

12 6856M Fitting, Grease

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

Only)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

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

1 121006X Red Asm,, Lever 34 137167
2 180045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 35 138057

3 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 38 155097

4 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 39 123935X

5 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 40 17060516

6 71110624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x1-1/2 41 175994

7 175830 Grip, Handle Fluted 42 19112410

8 175831X505 Button, Plunger 43 123934X

10 183894 Spring 0.62 OD x 2.125 70 145212
11 175375 Link Lift 72 110452X

12 163552 Retainer Spring 73 73350600
23 STD624008 Retainer, Spring 74 175802
24 73350800 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc 75 175805

26 73680800 Nut, Crownlock 1/2-13 uric 76 175560
29 150233 Trunnion, Infin Height 77 176205

30 110807X Nut, Special 78 175689
31 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 79 175378

32 137150 Spring, Compression Inf Hgt
33 STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

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

43

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DESCRIPTION

Rod, Adj Lift

Knob, Inf 3/8-16 unc

Pointer, Height Indicator

Plug, Hole

Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Nut, Lift Link 7/16-20
Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga.

Scale, Indicator Height

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Nut Push Phos & Oil

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc
Arm Susp. RR. RH

Plate Asm Susp. Front

Pin Flange
Trunnion Susp. Arm

Trunnion Susp. Front
Arm Susp. RR. LH

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.
1 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 50 72110612

3 178915 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 52 175820
5 4939M Retainer Spring 56 155986

6 178024 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 57 156941
8 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade 91 180535

11 180054 Blade, 48" Hi-lift (For bagging and 94 176066

13 174360 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 97 178515
14 174358 Housing Mandrel 98 179479

15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 99 189993
16 174493 Stripper Mandrel Deck 100 72110616

17 72110610 Bolt RDHD Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1.25 110 175016
18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 112 174387

19 132827 Bolt, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/16-18 113 72110506
20 174378 Baffle, Vortex Mower 114 174384

21 73680500 Nut, Crownleck 5/16-18 unc 115 174609
24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 116 193406

25 178102 Spring, Torsion 117 174873
26 110452X Nut, Push 118 73930600

27 180655X428 Deflector Shield 119 19121414
28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 121 174371

29 131491 Red, Hinge 122 174606
30 173984 Screw, Thdrall 126 174372

31 187690 Washer, Spacer 130 17000616
32 174375 Pulley, Mandrel 132 17000612

33 178342 Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 182 179127
37 177968 Pulley, Idler, 48" Primary 183 163552

39 174375 Pulley, Idler, Driven 184 173979

42 165723 Spacer, Retainer - - 174356
43 174373 Arm, Idler Secondary
45 180806 Cover, Mandrel Deck - - 181579
46 137729 Screw, Thdrall. 1/4-20 x 5/8

47 180808 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary
48 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary
49 73900600 Nut, Lock Fig 3/8-16 unc

discharging) 95 180534

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

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, Cam 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Pulley Idler Flat

Bar Pnt Adj.

Pin Head Rivet

Bracket, Asm Noseroller RH

Noseroller

Bracket, Asm Noseroller LH
Washer Hardened

Spring Primary Drive

Pulley Idler"V"

Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 2
Arm Spring Secondary

Link Tension Relief Lever

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 unc x 3/4
Tension Asm. Relief Lever

Arm Spring Tension Relief

Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 unc
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Spring Secondary Drive

Bushing Pivot Tension Relief
Arm, Idler, Primary Deck

Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0.BIk

Screw 3/8-16 x .75

Rod Roller Nose

Retainer Spring

Keeper Belt Idler

Mandrel Asm. Service (Includes

Key Nos. 13-15)

Replacement Mower, Complete

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 4197R
2 12000034

3 4199R

4 4216R

5 4215R

6 4217R

7 174728

8 74020652
9 7392M

10 137261
11 4985R
12 6266H

13 4212R
14 137125

15 6276H
16 633A63

17 8118M
18 8740H1

19 122238X
20 4218R

21 6252H1
22 7810H

23 6262H
24 7393R

25 992R1
26 139111

27 4986R
28 122254X

29 6269H
30 5855H

31 174731

32 6277H
33 4225R

34 7396H
35 4198R

36 4200R
37 7395H

38 160789
39 174729

40 13320400
41 17580520

45 6271H
46 13060200

49 4895H

50 4222R
51 1529R

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Axle Shaft 52 8119M

Retaining Ring 53 4220R
Final Drive Gear 54 4209R

Differential Gear 55 4213R
Differential Pinion 56 4442R

Differential Carrier 57 4195R

Axle Thrust Washer 58 4214R

Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 59 4194R

(1" Thread Length) 60 7528R
Steel Bail 61 4208R

Spring Shift Fork Detent 62 4207R
Shift Fork, High-Low Range 63 7398H

Thrust Bearing Race 64 4203R
4th Reduction Pinion

Shaft, Brake 65 4204R
Snap Ring, Crescent Type 66 2898J

High-Low Range Gears 67 12000033
Needle Bearing 68 4205R

Sintered Iron Bearing 69 4206R
Shift Fork Shaft, High-Low Range 70 1370H

Differential Pinion Spacer 71 633A69

Differential Pinion Bushing
Gripco Centerlock Nut 3/8-24 72 139120
Shift Fork, R.H. 73 4201R
Oil Seal 74 12000008

Sintered Iron Bearing 75 1153R
Shift Fork Shaft 77 6803J

Shift Fork, L.H. 79 1167R
Shift Shaft, High-Low Range 80 73360700

Oil Seal 81 6270H

Pressure Relief Valve 82 136984
Gearcase, Reverse Idler Shaft 84 5384J
and Bearings, R.H. (includes 85 2978J

Key No.'s 17,18, 25, 33, 50, 63, 86 633A85
77 and 82) 87 8739H1

Dowel Pin 88 4924H

Needle Bearing 89 19151516
Thrust Bearing Race 90 110542X

4th Reduction Gear Shaft 91 19181511
4th Reduction Gear Spacer 92 75J

Thrust Bearing Race
Gate, Lower, Shift 93 6274H

Gearcase and Bearings, L.H. 94 76020412
(Includes Key umbers 18, 25, 49, 96 194036

50 (2), 51 and 52) 97 194121

Pipe Plug 1/2-14 N.RT. 98 184956

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4
Oil Seal 99 193833

Pipe Plug 1/4-18 N.RT.

Needle Bearing

Needle Bearing

Needle Bearing

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

Needle Bearing

Thrust Bearing Race

3rd Reduction Pinion, Low

4th Reduction Gear

3rd Reduction Pinion Spacer
2nd Reduction Gear Shaft

Final Drive Pinion
1st Reduction Gear Shaft

1st Reduction Shaft Spacer
3rd Reduction Pinion High

2nd Reduction Gear
Needle Bearing

Low Speed Gear and 2nd
Reduction Pinion Cluster

Reverse Gear
Key, Hi-Pro 1/8x 17/32

Klip Ring
Intermediate Speed Gear
High Speed Gear

Thrust Bearing Race

Intermediate and High Speed
Cluster Pinions

Input Shaft
Low Speed Pinion

E-Ring
Reverse Idler Gear

Needle Bearing
Sealing Washer
Nut, Hex, Jam 7/16-20
Oil Seal
Reverse Idler Shaft

Gearshift Lever, Bent
Gearshift Cap

Gearshift Ball Cover and Pin
Shift Lever Guide Ball, Keyed

Spring

Washer 15/32 x 15/16 x 16 Ga.

Shift Mechanism Seal

Washer 9/16 x 15/16 x 12 Ga.

Gearshift Gate and
Reinforcement

Shift Ball Cover Gasket
Cotter Pin 1/8 x 3/4

Bolt Hex 5/16-18 x 1 Epoxy

Lever Assembly ROS Gearshift
Transaxle, 6 Speed, Complete
Assembly

Actuator, Shift Lever

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446677-0470-E1

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

1 699753 Cylinder Assembly 133 499803

2 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 135 699729

3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 141 499807

4 699747 Samp-Engine 142 499808

5 697580 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 1) 146 690979
5A 697581 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 2) 150 690995

7 693997 o+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 160 690996

8 499601 Breather Assembly 163 691001
9 690937 • Gasket-Breather 165 693148

10 691108 Screw (Breather Assembly) 187 698472
11 690942 Tube-Breather 187A 691049

12 697227 • Gasket-Crankcase 188 691108
13 791130 Screw (Cylinder Head) 192 690083

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 209 697674
16 790132 Crankshaft 211 691019

20 690947 • Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 212 695238
22 694966 Screw (Engine Sump) 213 691021

23 691053 Flywheel 216 691022
24 222698 Key-Flywheel 219 698231

25 697679 Piston Assembly (Standard) 220 690412
25 697681 Piston Assembly (.020"Over- 222 698761

26 697683 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 231 690718
26 697685 Ring Set-Piston (.020" Over- 240 695666

27 690975 Lock-Piston Pin 252 690956
28 690229 Pin-Piston 265 691024

29 699699 Rod-Connecting 267 695134

32 690976 Screw (Connecting Rod) 276
33 697576 Valve-Exhaust 287 691108

34 499597 Valve-Intake 304 698073
35 690963 Spring-Valve (Intake) 305 691005

36 690963 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 309 691262

42 499586 Keeper-Valve 310 691263
45 690977 Tappet-Valve 311 497608
46 790562 Camshaft 332 691059
48 698173 Short Block 333 691060

50 695241 Manifold-Intake 334 691061
51 690950° O.1: Gasket-Intake 337 491055
53 690951 Stud (Carburetor) 358 694012

54 699816 Screw (Intake Manifold) 363 19203
73 494439 Screen-Rotating 383 19374

74 698425 Screw (Rotating Screen) 385 691108

75 691056 Washer (Flywheel) 387 808656
89 690283 Plug-Oil 404 690442
95 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve)

98 499802 Kit-Idle Speed

104 690984 O Pin-Float Hinge O

105 690985 O Valve-Float Needle

108 690986 Valve-Choke $

117 690986 Jet-Main (Standard)

118 690989 Jet-Main (High Altitude) +

121 499811 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

125 499804 Carburetor

130 690993 Valve-Throttle

131 499805 Kit-Throttle Shaft

Side) 137 690994

size) 227 691048

size) 250 690957

690997°0+$ Washer-Sealing

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

121

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.
977

Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

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

Float-Carburetor

Tube-Fuel Transfer

O5 Gasket-Float Bowl

Kit-Choke Shaft

O Nozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timing

O5 Gasket-Nozzle

Retainer-Solenoid

•+ Gasket-Air Cleaner
Nut (Ring Gear)

Line-Fuel (Molded)
Line-Fuel (Molded)

Screw (Control Bracket)
Adjuster-Rocker Arm

Spring-Governor
Spring-Governed Idle

Link-Throttle
Bracket-Choke Control
Link-Choke

Gear-Governor
Washer (Governor Lever)

Bracket-Control
Lever-Governor Control

Screw (Choke Valve)

Filter-Fuel
Retainer-Breather

Collector-Oil
Clamp-Casing

Screw (Casing Clamp)
Screw (Dipstick Tube)

Housing-Blower

Screw (Blower Housing)

Motor-Starter

Bolt-Starter Motor
Brush Set

Nut (Flywheel)

Armature-Magneto
Screw (Magneto Armature)

Spark Plug
Set-Engine Gasket

Flywheel Puller

Wrench-Spark Plug
Screw (Fuel Pump)

Pump-Fuel
Washer (Governor Crank)

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446677-0470-E1

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

405 697820 Screw (Back Plate) 865B 691015
418 690999 Plate-Carburetor 868 690968

445 698754 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 914 691127
447 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 918 694000

447A 691108 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 929 695239
474 696458 Alternator 943 690589

501 691185 Regulator 947 499809
505 691029 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 965 499613
510 497606 Drive-Starter 967 273638

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 968 790096
523 691036 Dipstick 975 499810
524 691032 • Seal-DipstickTube 977 694013

525 691037 Tube-Dipstick 987 691000
526 691108 Screw(Regulator) 1005 698760

544 .... Armature-Starter (Service with 1013 690954

552 690552 Bushing-GovernorCrank 1019 790094
552A 690553 Bushing-Governor Crank 1022 690971

562 690311 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1023 499599
573 691009 Plate-Back 1023A499600

601 691038 Clamp-Hose 1024 499054
615 698290 Retainer-GovernorShaft 1026 690981

616 691045 Crank-Governor 1026A690982
628 691108 Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket) 1027 696854

633 690998 05 Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft 1029 690972
635 66538 Boot-Spark Plug 1035 691042

654 690958 Nut (Carburetor) 1036 790626
668 691215 Spacer 1051 691265

672 690234 05 Gasket-Carburetor Plate 1054 280275
691 690657 • Seal-GovernorShaft 1058 275475

695 693149 Screw (Ring Gear) 1059 698516
697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1070 690372

703 691010 Clip 1090 691293
718 690959 Pin-Locating 1095 694013

726 499612 Gear-Ring 1100 690973
741 690980 Gear-Timing 1119 691183

742 690328 Retainer-E Ring 1123 690987
750 696999 Screw (Oil Pump Cover)
783 693058 Gear-Pinion 1124

788 691039 Bracket-Fuel Pump
789 698330 Harness-Wiring 1126

789A 790544 Harness-Wiring 1127
797 691029 Nut (Brush Retainer) 1128

797A 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 1169
798 697890 Screw (Rocker Arm)

801 691283 Cap-Drive 1267
802 691286 Cap-End 1329

803 .... Housing-Starter (Service with

842 691031 • Seal-Dipstick/Tube
847 499602 Dipstick/Tube Assembly

851 493880 Terminal-Spark Plug
855 698072 Adapter-Air

865 691012 Cover-Air Guide
865A 691014 Cover-Air Guide

691262 Starter Motor) 1017 690770

690988 O$ SeaI-O Ring (FueITransfer
690991 Screw (Fuel Transfer Tube)

690992 Screw (Float Bowl)
690990 Screw (Carburetor Nozzle)
693140 Screw (Carburetor Cover

698440 Latch-Blower Housing
446777-0126 Replacement Engine (Transfer

691262 Starter Motor) 1330

273521 Repair Manual

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

No. 121

$ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

977

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

Cover-Air Guide

•+ Seal-Valve
Screw (Rocker Cover)

Hose-Vacuum
Screw (Choke Control Bracket)

• SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover)
Solenoid-Fuel

Cover-Oil Pump
Filter-Pre Cleaner
Cover-Air Cleaner

Bowl-Float
Gasket Set-Carburetor

O$ Seal-Throttle Shaft

Fan-Flywheel
Nipple-Oil Filter
Screen-Oil Pump
Kit-Label

o+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 1)
Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 2)

Pump-Oil
Rod-Push (Steel)

Rod-Push (Aluminum)
Filter-Oil

Arm-Rocker

Shaft-Pump
Label-Emission

Ring-Retaining
Cable-Tie

Owner's Manual
Kit-Screw/Washer

Screw (Flywheel Fan)
Retainer-Brush

Gasket Set-Valve
Pivot-Rocker Arm

Screw (Alternator)

O$ SeaI-O Ring (Solenoid Re-

tainer)
Tube)

Plate)

6 pin and Exhaust)

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

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

_ ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

t, Fold this page along dotted line 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 hill slope you want to measure,

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

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow
slopes greater than 15 degrees, Make turns gradually to prevent
tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes,

trunk or other upright structure,

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